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Houston
11:42 AM Aug 2, 2020 CDT
Backlog of felony court cases grows as officials explore options to lower jail population
See the latest trends on COVID-19 in Harris County. (Community Impact staff)
Houston
5:34 PM Jul 28, 2020 CDT
Harris County coronavirus count: 1,465 new cases, 16 deaths confirmed July 28
Harris County Precinct 1 Commissioner Rodney Ellis is calling on the county to look into a pilot program that could provide funding for legal defense for indigent renters facing eviction. Ellis said the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the vulnerabilities that low-income renters face. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
12:16 PM Jul 29, 2020 CDT
Harris County prepares for surge in evictions as federal protections, unemployment boost end
The Houston-Galveston Area Council’s Transportation Policy Council voted June 26 to form a working group to craft a memorandum of understanding that is envisioned as a way to secure commitments from the Texas Department of Transportation and other stakeholders around the North Houston Highway Improvement Project. (Nathan Colbert/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
4:13 PM Jul 27, 2020 CDT
I-45, Woodridge Village, COVID-19: July 28 Harris County Commissioners Court meeting preview
Eligible businesses in Harris County may receive a grant of up to $25,000. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
12:40 PM Jul 8, 2020 CDT
Applications open soon for Harris County's $30 million small business assistance program
Construction on a project that will add a stormwater detention basin at Willow Waterhole Bayou is set to begin. (Courtesy Harris County Flood Control District)
Houston
11:56 AM Jul 1, 2020 CDT
Willow Waterhole Bayou stormwater detention basin project set to begin construction
The number of COVID-19 patients in general ward hospitals in Harris County hit a new high mark for the 10th straight day, while intensive care unit occupancy neared its previous high. (Community Impact Newspaper staff)
Houston
9:02 PM Jun 30, 2020 CDT
Harris County coronavirus count: 7-day average of new cases drops, but hospitalizations continue to rise
The order requires anyone age 10 or older to wear face coverings while patronizing businesses that serve the public. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Houston
6:05 PM Jun 30, 2020 CDT
Harris County disaster declaration, mask order extended through Aug. 26
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner announces a partnership between the city, Harris County and a team of nonprofits to address chronic homelessness at a July 1 press conference. (Screenshot courtesy Zoom)
Houston
3:07 PM Jul 1, 2020 CDT
Updated: Harris County, Houston commit $58 million to program that could "functionally end chronic homelessness" in the county
Harris County Precinct 1 Commissioner Rodney Ellis is calling on the county to look into a pilot program that could provide funding for legal defense for indigent renters facing eviction. Ellis said the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the vulnerabilities that low-income renters face. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
4:19 PM Jun 29, 2020 CDT
Harris County commissioners to consider pilot program to assist indigent renters
The list of 23 initiatives covers things such as poll worker safety, preventing vote tampering and reducing the time it takes to report results. (Emma Whalen/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
4:22 PM Jun 15, 2020 CDT
Harris County releases details on voting precautions for July runoffs
Any Texas voter who lacks immunity to COVID-19 is qualified to request a mail-in ballot, according to a recent court decision. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
6:00 PM May 14, 2020 CDT
Texas appeals court temporarily upholds expansion of mail-in voting during pandemic
Harris County Clerk Diane Trautman announced she will resign from her position due to the coronavirus and personal health concerns. Her last day will be May 31. (Emma Whalen/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
12:46 PM May 11, 2020 CDT
Harris County clerk announces resignation, citing coronavirus, health concerns
Cy-Hope volunteers hold up encouraging signs during a food distribution event with the Houston Food Bank on May 6. (Courtesy Cy-Hope)
Houston
4:12 PM May 8, 2020 CDT
TIMELINE: See our coverage of COVID-19's impact on Cy-Fair
In creating the relief fund, Harris County is following similar plans undertaken in Austin, San Antonio and Dallas, Precinct 1 Commissioner Rodney Ellis said. (Screenshot via Zoom)
Houston
7:30 PM Apr 30, 2020 CDT
Harris County plans relief fund for residents most in need
The $12 million investment in Harris County comes amid a debate in Texas over whether the coronavirus pandemic is a legitimate reason for a voter to request a mail-in ballot under the umbrella of "disability." (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
12:03 PM Apr 29, 2020 CDT
Harris County commits to universal access to mail ballots with $12M investment
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Harris County is exploring the creation of a new official in charge of elections, which would take effect Nov. 18, after the 2020 election cycle. (Graphic by Anya Gallant/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
10:31 AM
Harris County moves forward with creation of elections administrator office
Montgomery County commissioners met Aug. 11 for a regular Commissioners Court meeting. (Ben Thompson/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
2:32 PM
In budget talks, Montgomery County commissioners emphasize law enforcement support, tax relief
With many school districts starting the school year remotely or offering remote instruction options for the 2020-21 school year, access to the internet and internet-accessible devices will be vital for educating amidst a global pandemic. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Houston
12:55 PM
Harris County aims to end digital divide among students through new $32.1M program
Harris County leaders discussed this week whether to raise or lower property taxes. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
3:02 PM
UPDATED: Harris Co. commissioners eyeing property tax rates
Lockwood Road expansion pushed back to third quarter of 2020. (Designed by Ethan Pham)
Houston
8:40 AM
Lockwood Road expansion pushed back to third quarter of 2020
Face masks will be required in classrooms when social distancing is not feasible. (Courtesy Cy-Fair ISD)
Houston
7:00 AM
Tips for Cy-Fair ISD parents, Harris County schools to stay closed until Sept. 8: Most popular news from Houston area
Houston
1:12 PM
Backlog of felony court cases grows as officials explore options to lower jail population
Montgomery County commissioners met for a special session July 31 to discuss the county's fiscal year 2020-21 property tax rate. (Ben Thompson/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
11:08 AM
Montgomery County commissioners propose 1.4% property tax rate decrease for FY 2020-21
Figure Four Partners, a subsidiary of Perry Homes, has offered to let government partners purchase Woodridge Village, a 268-acre development that Kingwood residents allege has caused flooding in their communities, such as Elm Grove Village. (Kelly Schafler/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
6:45 PM
Commissioners discuss status of interlocal agreement with city of Houston for Woodridge Village development
Houston mayor sylvester Turner speaks at press conference july 30
Houston
3:54 PM
Houston coronavirus updates: Bilingual campaign targets Hispanic community; mayor to announce renter support effort