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The Harris County Flood Control District began a preliminary excavation and removal project on the future site of the TC Jester Stormwater Detention Basin on Nov. 18. (Hannah Zedaker/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
6:25 AM Dec 21, 2020 CST
Flooding to remain reality for many Spring, Klein homes along Cypress Creek, experts say
The in-progress Woodridge Village has been accused of flooding Kingwood neighborhoods twice in 2019. Harris County and the city of Houston seek to purchase this property, which is shown here in May. (Kelly Schafler/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
8:06 PM Dec 15, 2020 CST
Harris County, Houston approve agreement to buy Woodridge Village property
The letter came a week after Longoria was virtually sworn into the office by Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo on Nov. 18. (Screenshot via Zoom)
Houston
1:50 PM Dec 2, 2020 CST
Harris County scrambles to make creation of Elections Administrator Office lawful after Attorney General's letter identifies deficiencies
Harris County Precinct 4 and the Champions Municipal Utility District celebrated the completion of Champions Drive in a ribbon-cutting ceremony Nov. 19—just weeks before the 2020 U.S. Women's Open Golf Tournament is scheduled to take place in the area. (Courtesy Harris County Precinct 4)
Houston
8:00 AM Nov 25, 2020 CST
Harris County Precinct 4, Champions MUD celebrate completion of Champions Drive ahead of 2020 U.S. Women's Open Golf Tournament
Harris County Commissioners Court authorized funds to establish the Office of the Elections Administrator and infused an additional $20 million into the Harris County COVID-19 Emergency Direct Assistance fund during a special meeting Nov. 17. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Houston
2:04 PM Nov 17, 2020 CST
Harris County ups COVID-19 Emergency Direct Assistance fund to $60M, funds Office of the Elections Administrator
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo also spearheaded an effort to establish a $10 million Early Childhood Impact Fund, which was approved in a split 3-2 vote Oct. 27. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Houston
5:27 PM Oct 27, 2020 CDT
Harris County establishes $10M Early Childhood Impact Fund, selects organizations to administer additional $7.3M in assistance
Precinct 4 Commissioner Jack Cagle announced Sept. 29 that he has tested positive for COVID-19. (Courtesy Jack Cagle)
Houston
6:02 PM Sep 29, 2020 CDT
Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Jack Cagle tests positive for COVID-19
Harris County Commissioners Court unanimously agreed to a proposed overall Harris County tax rate of $0.59920 for fiscal year 2020-21, a decrease of $0.01250 from the overall Harris County tax rate of $0.61170 in FY 2019-20. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
3:55 PM Sep 29, 2020 CDT
Harris County commissioners set proposed FY 2020-21 tax rates, schedule public hearing and adoption dates
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
12:37 PM Aug 12, 2020 CDT
Harris County moves forward with creation of elections administrator office
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
6:26 PM Aug 11, 2020 CDT
Harris County aims to end digital divide among students through new $32.1M program
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
7:47 PM Jul 30, 2020 CDT
Commissioners discuss status of interlocal agreement with city of Houston for Woodridge Village development
The Harris County Flood Control Task Force was first created by Harris County Commissioners Court in 1972 to advise and recommend "policies and programs to adequately protect homes and businesses from the hazards of flooding and facilitate economic development, according to information on Hidalgo's website. (Vanessa Holt/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
3:33 PM Jul 23, 2020 CDT
Harris County begins reshaping flood control task force into community resilience task force
The way elections are run and voters are registered in Harris County could look different following the 2020 elections, as Harris County Commissioners Court has begun exploring alternatives to the county's current democratic system. (Graphic by Ronald Winters/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
4:01 PM Jul 15, 2020 CDT
Harris County begins exploring voter registration, election alternatives
The Lake Houston Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the State of the County virtual luncheon June 23, at which Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Jack Cagle spoke. (Screenshot courtesy Lake Houston Area Chamber of Commerce)
Houston
7:31 PM Jun 23, 2020 CDT
Harris County commissioner talks pandemic, Woodridge Village acquisition, Edgewater Park at State of County luncheon
With COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations increasing in the Houston area, at least three viral testing sites will be open across the Lake Houston area the week of June 15. (Andy Li/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
10:45 AM Jun 13, 2020 CDT
Where to get tested in the Lake Houston area for COVID-19 the week of June 15
Legal aid organizations in the Harris County area are offering legal assistance to renters amid the coronavirus pandmeic. (Courtesy Pexels)
Houston
4:33 PM Jun 15, 2020 CDT
Houston-area legal aid organizations provide assistance to those struggling to pay rent during COVID-19
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The Baylor College of Medicine began administering the Moderna vaccine Dec. 29. (Courtesy Baylor College of Medicine)
Houston
2:42 PM
With vaccine distribution underway, Harris County officials call for better coordination of data
The Harris County Flood Control District began a preliminary excavation and removal project on the future site of the TC Jester Stormwater Detention Basin on Nov. 18. (Hannah Zedaker/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
6:25 AM
Flooding to remain reality for many Spring, Klein homes along Cypress Creek, experts say
The show is making a stop at Sam Houston Race Park this December. (Courtesy UniverSoul Circus)
Houston
10:42 AM
11 events to attend in Cy-Fair this month
The Harris County Flood Control District has begun work on channel improvements near the Timberlake Estates and Ravensway neighborhoods in Cy-Fair, which is expected to be completed in 2021. (Shawn Arrajj/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
9:23 AM
Despite millions spent on projects, flooding to remain a reality for many on Cypress Creek, experts say
The letter came a week after Longoria was virtually sworn into the office by Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo on Nov. 18. (Screenshot via Zoom)
Houston
9:36 AM
Harris County scrambles to make creation of Elections Administrator Office lawful after Attorney General's letter identifies deficiencies
Harris County Precinct 4 and the Champions Municipal Utility District celebrated the completion of Champions Drive in a ribbon-cutting ceremony Nov. 19—just weeks before the 2020 U.S. Women's Open Golf Tournament is scheduled to take place in the area. (Courtesy Harris County Precinct 4)
Houston
8:00 AM
Harris County Precinct 4, Champions MUD celebrate completion of Champions Drive ahead of 2020 U.S. Women's Open Golf Tournament
Harris County Commissioners Court authorized funds to establish the Office of the Elections Administrator and infused an additional $20 million into the Harris County COVID-19 Emergency Direct Assistance fund during a special meeting Nov. 17. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Houston
10:53 AM
Harris County ups COVID-19 Emergency Direct Assistance fund to $60M, funds Office of the Elections Administrator
Harris County is moving forward with several new initiatives that will put $2.5 million into programs meant to help immigrants in the county obtain legal services and for immigrant crime victims obtain visas that allow them to get legal representation without fear of deportation. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
3:31 PM
Harris County moves forward on immigrant legal service fund, protections for crime victims
Democrat Michael Moore (left) is running against Republican Tom Ramsey for Harris County Precinct 3 commissioner.
Houston
5:10 PM
UPDATE: On strength of early results, Ramsey declares victory in Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner race
Several named storms have brought heavy rainfall to the Houston area during the 2020 hurricane season amid the coronavirus pandemic. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Houston
11:38 AM
In the midst of 2020’s economic downturn, Harris County continues to consider social vulnerability when prioritizing flood mitigation projects