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Election Debate

Houston Public Media is hosting a high-stakes debate between Harris County Judge candidates, letting voters see where they stand on big issues like taxes, traffic, and flood control before election day.

Last discussed Sep 15, 2026

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Election Lawsuit

Good news for Houston taxpayers: the Texas Supreme Court just threw out a lawsuit that tried to boot Harris County Commissioner Adrian Garcia over an old 2021 appointment. That means the county dodged a messy and expensive legal drama over who holds the seat.

Last discussed Sep 14, 2026