Harris County has appointed Porscha Brown as Executive Director of the Managed Assigned Counsel Program, reinforcing the county’s commitment to fair and effective legal representation for residents who cannot afford private counsel.

HOPE releases its first national report on Latinas’ economic and leadership progress, highlighting strong workforce participation, rising entrepreneurship, and a persistent $1.7 million lifetime wage gap for Texas Latinas.

Texas politics is entering a bold new era as Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett eyes a historic U.S. Senate run and State Representative Katrina Pierson considers a Congressional bid — two fearless women, from opposite sides of the aisle, could reshape the …

When Cardinal Dolan praised Charlie Kirk as a modern-day St. Paul, it sparked outrage amid grief for immigrants killed by ICE — raising urgent questions about faith, morality, and the true message of the Gospel.

Congressman Al Green has formally urged the Nobel Committee to reconsider any potential nomination of former President Donald Trump for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, citing concerns over his foreign policy record and the integrity of the award.

As Early Voting begins, educator and community leader Kendra Camarena steps forward to bring unity, innovation, and inclusion to Cypress-Fairbanks ISD — Texas’ third-largest school district — with a campaign centered on putting students first and politics aside.

Fort Bend ISD welcomes back Addie Heyliger, a trusted leader and former trustee, to the Board of Trustees. Appointed to fill the vacancy left by Sonya Jones, Heyliger returns with a renewed commitment to equity, excellence, and accountability—bringing her proven …

According to a new poll, former Houston Mayor Annise Parker is leading the Democratic field in the Harris County Judge race ahead of the March 3, 2026 primary, with 15 candidates competing for the seat.

Alejandra Salinas reports over $500,000 raised in the November 4 Houston City Council At-Large Position 4 special election, with 15 candidates competing for the remaining term through January 2028.

Odus Evbagharu secures broad endorsements for Texas House District 135 as current representative Jon Rosenthal pursues a statewide seat on the Texas Railroad Commission, signaling a key leadership transition in northwest Harris County.

Houston’s At-Large Position 4 seat is up for grabs this November, with 15 candidates from across the city stepping into the spotlight. From seasoned politicians to student activists, this special election promises high stakes and a chance to shape Houston’s …

Humor has long been a hallmark of American democracy, with presidents from Reagan to Obama proving they could laugh at themselves. But when leaders can’t take a joke—and instead try to silence comedians—the threat goes beyond late-night TV. It strikes …

Donald Trump’s recent moves raise alarm bells about democracy in America. From targeting critics to reshaping institutions for personal gain, his playbook echoes authoritarian tactics seen worldwide. Houston—and all citizens—must defend the nation’s democratic foundations before it’s too late

Houston joined a national conversation on deportation history as UCLA researchers and Million Dollar Hoods unveiled an interactive project mapping 127 years of U.S. deportation orders. The data reveals a striking racial pattern that continues to shape immigrant communities today.