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Harris County
Recent News About Harris County
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Hidalgo: 'I am encouraged that so many in our community agree that treatment for mental illness should be normalized'
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is set to be discharged from her residential treatment for clinical depression on September 16th, according to an announcement from her office. Hidalgo, who took medical leave last month, will transition to outpatient care and plans to officially return to her duties on October 2nd.
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This is not bail reform - this is insanity
Last Wednesday, 37-year-old, Omar Ursin, went to pick up take-out for his family.
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Harris County funding for law enforcement
For the most part, I find the “defunding the police” debate little more than partisan rhetoric which serves more to obfuscate than elucidate any meaningful discussion about the appropriate level of law enforcement funding.
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'It's about looking to the future': Houston, Harris County create Special Events Task Force
In the aftermath of the Astroworld Festival tragedy, Houston and Harris County have joined forces to form a Special Events Task Force that will aim to prevent a repeat of that deadly event.
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Former interim Harris County clerk announces bid for Houston mayor: 'Y'all with me? Let's go'
Former interim Harris County clerk Chris Hollins announced his run for Houston mayor on Feb. 7.
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'The people deserve better': Hidalgo criticized for actions during funeral of officer killed in Houston
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is under fire for her actions during the funeral of Charles Galloway, who was part of Harris County Pct. 5 Constables.
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'He meant a lot': Galloway remembered for service, mentorship
Charles Galloway had a successful career in the corporate world but didn't feel fulfilled. So he left his high-paying white-collar job in finance to pursue his passion. He worked for the Harris County Precinct 5 Constable’s Office for more than a decade, serving his community with honor.
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'Heavy hearts': Harris County Sheriff's Department mourns loss of sergeant killed while directing traffic
A sergeant with the Harris County Sheriff's Department directing traffic was killed Jan. 24 by a suspected drunken driver, authorities said.
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'Our hearts are heavy and filled with sadness': Harris County sheriff mourns loss of office deputy
Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez mourned the death of Office Deputy Amanda Crowder recently after her apparent suicide following an argument with her boyfriend the day prior.
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'We're just still going': Nurses face hard road in midst of rising coronavirus cases
Houston health care workers are becoming overwhelmed due to the surge in COVID-19 cases. This has led to relief being sent in from other areas.
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'We will have an increase of people': Harris County Precinct 4, TxDOT to enforce law against public camping
Harris County Precinct 4 deputies have partnered with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to enforce a new state law prohibiting camping in public places.
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New Year's resolution for Harris County deputies: Curb crime in 2022
A new year means a new goal for Harris County sheriff's deputies, who have gone on record that their objective this year is to reduce crime.
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'Help us bring awareness': Harris County sets Human Trafficking Awareness Day for Jan. 11
The Harris County Commissioners Court voted unanimously on Jan. 4 to proclaim Tuesday, Jan. 11 as Human Trafficking Awareness Day.
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'It's so significant when you deal with people's right to vote': Ex-Harris County commissioner sues Hidalgo over 2021 redistricting meeting
Former Harris County Commissioner Steve Radack is suing Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo over a redistricting meeting he claims violated state law.
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19-year-old charged with capital murder in death of constable deputy
A 19-year-old man has been arrested and charged for allegedly murdering a Harris County Precinct 4 constable during an ambush at a nightclub in north Houston in October.
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Hidalgo up for Harris County reelection: 'Too much is at stake to sit this one out'
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has officially filed for reelection. Her mission statement? Well, according to Hidalgo, she's prepared to fight for the progress she has made in the past three years.
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'It really hurts': Travis Scott requests dismissal of Astroworld lawsuits
Travis Scott has requested for the dismissal of lawsuits filed against him in the aftermath of the deadly Astroworld Festival on Nov. 5.
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'They deserve a seat at the table': Harris County establishes Essential Workers Board
The Harris County Commissioners Court voted recently to establish the Harris County Essential Workers Board to place low-wage frontline workers in the center of decisions establishing health and safety policies.
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Hidalgo lowers Harris County COVID-19 threat level despite new variant, notes 'winter spike is still possible'
Despite the emergence of a new COVID-19 strain, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo lowered the county's coronavirus threat level on Nov. 26.
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'Get your coat of armor': Hidalgo encourages vaccinated citizens to get booster shots
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is urging locals to follow her lead and get vaccinated.