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HARRIS COUNTY Announces $550K In Grants To Combat Food Insecurity

Healthy, fresh food should be affordable and accessible to everyone. Unfortunately, that is not the case for many Harris County residents. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, an estimated 738,140 people in Harris County were considered food insecure, and at least 286,000 live in a food desert. As of January 2021, there are 360,000 children in Harris County experiencing food insecurity.

Flood Control District Monitoring Heavy Rainfall and Flooding

The Harris County Flood Control District is monitoring severe weather through the region. Overnight heavy and persistent rainfall occurred over far western Harris County into northern Fort Bend County where rain totals of 5-8 inches have fallen overnight from Jersey Village to Katy and resulted in significant street flooding and rises on area creeks and bayous.

Harris County Commissioner Ellis will Join Local, State and U.S. Housing Officials for Groundbreaking of Single-Family, Affordable Housing Development

Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Community Services Department, U.S. Housing and Urban Development, and Texas General Land Office officials will break ground on single-family homes for low-income families in the F.M. 1960 area.

Arrest made 4 months after dog found shot in head in Cowlitz County

A woman has been arrested in connection with an animal cruelty case that happened in Nov. 2023.

Congressman Al Green Disburses PPE from Local Dentist to Fort Bend County Officials

On Saturday, March 28, 2020, Congressman Al Green distributed gloves, wipes, and surgical masks provided by a local dental office to Fort Bend County officials, who have been combatting COVID-19 with an insufficient supply of personal protective equipment (PPE). Congressman Green released the following statement:

Judge Maria T. Jackson kicks off campaign for Harris County Commissioner Precinct 1

Standing on the steps of the Harris County Courthouse and surrounded by more than 60 friends, family and supporters, Judge Maria T. Jackson today kicked off her campaign to be the next commissioner for Harris County Precinct 1.

Gov. DeSantis may address Russian election hacking at news conference on Monday

Gov. Ron DeSantis is scheduled to make a 'major announcement' on Monday that could deal with the security of Florida's elections.

Harris County Attorney Ryan Sues Arkema Over Chemical Release During Harvey

Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan today sued Arkema, Inc., whose Crosby plant released toxic substances into the air when chemicals stored at the site burned during flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey.

Chicago schoolteacher sentenced to 50 years for sexual exploitation of a minor in Hancock County

A Chicago schoolteacher was sentenced in Federal Court Monday to 50 years for sexual exploitation of a child and attempted sexual exploitation of a child.

Steven Hobbs sentenced to life in prison after admitting to murdering two women

A Houston man who used his job as an armed security guard to hunt women in remote east Harris County – including shackling and hog-tying at least one – has pleaded guilty to two murders, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Monday.

Commissioner Rodney Ellis to Vote for $7.7M Funding to create Maternal and Child Health Program

Program Aims to Prevent Maternal Morbidity and Infant Mortality

Today at Commissioners Court, Commissioner Rodney Ellis will unveil details on the Maternal and Child Health Program, a proposed pilot program to improve maternal and infant health in Harris County.

Center for Safe and Secure Schools offers expertise to Harris County Safe School Commission

The Center for Safe and Secure Schools (CSSS), a division of the Harris County Department of Education, has been tapped to offer its expertise to the newly-formed Harris County Safe School Commission (HCSSC).

Election 101 podcast: The basics of voting by mail

- The "I Voted" sticker may look the same, but make no mistake: in 2020, voting will look very different. The best way to make sure your vote is counted is to have a plan.

4 Ways to Help Nurses During the Coronavirus Pandemic

America's nurses are on the front lines of the fight against coronavirus, providing safe, quality, compassionate and nondiscriminatory care to those they serve, many of whom are doing so at significant risk to their own well-being.

Shell Freedom Over Texas Entertainment Announced

Houston’s Official Fourth of July Celebration is back with live music, family fun and stunning fireworks

Following two years of a reimagined celebration, the Mayor’s Office of Special Events is thrilled to announce the return of Houston’s Official Fourth of July Celebration, Shell Freedom Over Texas.

Stafford Elects Its First Minority Mayor

Stafford, a city located southwest of Houston, made history on Saturday, June 10, by electing Ken Matthew as its first minority Mayor. Matthew secured a victory in a run-off election, receiving 500 votes, while incumbent Mayor Cecil Willis received 484 votes. Matthew's extensive experience includes 17 years of service on the Stafford City Council, making him the longest-serving council member in the city at the time of his candidacy.

Governor Abbott Issues Statement On Murder Of Harris County Constable

Governor Greg Abbott today issued the following statement after Harris County Constable Precinct 3 Assistant Chief Deputy Clinton Greenwood was murdered outside the Baytown courthouse earlier this morning:

Mayor arrested in drunk driving incident

The Parkville mayor was arrested Saturday in Platte County on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, according to the Platte County Sheriff's Office.

Harris County Clerk Chris Hollins to Vote Early

Early voting is the safest way to vote in-person

Harris County Clerk Chris Hollins will cast his vote for the July Primary Runoff Elections during the Early Voting Period at Texas Southern University, a historically Black university. The Early Voting Period was extended from five days to ten days due to the Novel Coronavirus pandemic. Early voting started June 29 and ends on July 10 with a two day break to observe the July 4th Holiday.

Spring Area Dentist Wanted On Felony Child Injury Charges Surrenders

A former dentist charged felony injury to a child, turned herself in to deputies at he Montgomery County Sheriff's Office Tuesday afternoon. Dr. Bethaniel Jefferson, 40, who owned and operated Diamond Dental in Spring, was indicted Monday by a Harris County grand jury for intentionally and knowingly by omission causing serious bodily injury to a child by failing to seek and provide adequate medical attention.

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