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Houston-area school districts lose millions in proposed funding as voters reject tax hikes and bonds

Houston-area voters rejected every proposed school tax increase and bond measure Tuesday, leaving several districts with difficult decisions over budget deficits and future improvements.

Houston, TX · 2d

People

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Controversial GOP Candidate Bo French Loses to His Democratic Opponent After Facing Scrutiny for Racist Remarks

In September, French drew outrage for a post on X in which he questioned student diversity at the University of Texas at Austin

Austin, TX · 2d
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Flock Cameras Face Growing Resistance at the Ballot Box

On Tuesday, voters took to the ballot box to weigh in on the future of Flock cameras and other automated license plate readers (ALPRs), adding to a growing nationwide backlash against mass government surveillance and mounting privacy concerns. Although Flock cameras are just over a year old in York, Maine,...

York, ME · 2d
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My Neighborhood News

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New $11.55 Million Mathews Community Center Coming to Tomball in Summer 2028, Bringing Classes, Recreation and Community Gathering Spaces

Tomball residents will soon have a new place to connect, learn and stay active as Harris County Precinct 3 plans an $11.55 million community center next to Samuel Matthews Park, with expanded recreation opportunities and a potentially important role during emergencies.

Tomball, TX · 2d

myreporternews.com

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Dems lead Brazoria County’s top races

Brazoria County voters favored Democrats in two of Texas’ highest-profile races Tuesday, Nov. 3, joining the statewide shift that propelled James Talarico to the U.S. Senate and Gina Hinojosa to the governor’s office. Meanwhile, several local races remained closely contested, including two county commissioner seats and a Texas House district separated by fewer than 500 votes.

Brazoria County, TX · 2d

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Texas Nears 26 Years of Daily Road Deaths as Harris County Leads DWI Toll

Bellaire Blvd. & Ranchester Dr. — Reported Intersection of Pedestrian Fatality. Texas has not had a single day without a roadway death in nearly 26 years, and state officials say Harris County remains ground zero for one of the deadliest patterns behind that grim streak: drunk driving. More than 95,000 people have died on Texas roads since that streak began, and transportation officials are using a case from a Houston crosswalk to put a face on the numbers.

Harris County, TX · 9h

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Top Harris County elected officials keep their seats in a Democratic sweep

Several of the county’s top elected leaders were on the ballot this week. Voters also selected a new Harris County Judge to lead the nation’s third largest county. Most incumbent Harris County elected officials kept their seats in Tuesday night’s slate of local elections. Several of the...

Harris County, TX · 2d

Houston Chronicle

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Harris County’s Black and Latino voters delivered huge margins for Talarico, Hinojosa: See the data

Black and Hispanic voters powered James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa’s wins in Harris County, where voters cited concerns about immigration, corruption and Republican leaders’ policies and rhetoric.

Harris County, TX · 1d

ABC13 Houston

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Texas education board poised for Democratic shift, but changes may take time, UH professor says

The Texas State Board of Education is poised to shift from a Republican majority to a Democratic one following this week's election. However, an education expert says sweeping changes are unlikely to come quickly.

Texas · 1d

KVUE

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Meteorite that crashed through Texas home on display

Houston, TX · 11h

KIAH

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Houston Mayor Whitmire plans to work with Talarico, Hinojosa and new Harris County leaders

Houston Mayor John Whitmire expressed his intent to collaborate with newly elected state and county leaders while announcing his public support for State Rep. Senfronia Thompson for Texas House speaker.

Houston, TX · 2d

The Texas Tribune

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State-appointed managers in Texas takeover school districts brace for imminent removal

Appointed school board managers in some of Texas’ districts under a state takeover said Friday that they are preparing to be out of a job as soon as January. Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa campaigned to stop state takeovers in public schools and to replace Texas Education Agency Commissioner Mike Morath with an educator on her first day in office, which would be Jan. 19. The new commissioner could immediately change the governance of the eight districts that were taken over by the state because campuses persistently failed academic standards.

Texas · 10h

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New Kelsey-Seybold Clinic Opens in Towne Lake With Room for 20 Providers

A sprawling new medical clinic has opened its doors in Towne Lake, giving Cypress-area families another option for everyday health care close to home. The two-story, 33,000-square-foot Kelsey-Seybold Clinic now offers primary care for both adults and children, along with on-site imaging and laboratory services, all under one roof. The...

Cypress, TX · 1d

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Voters reject Cy-Fair ISD funding measures

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD leadership is heading back to the drawing board after voters sent a sweeping message at the ballot box, overwhelmingly rejecting all five school funding propositions on the ballot. FOX 26's Sakura Gray breaks down each proposition and why an expert says they came at a bad time.

Cypress, TX · 1d

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Letitia Plummer Makes History as First Black Harris County Judge

History was made in Harris County during the November 3, 2026, midterm elections as Democrat Letitia Plummer became the first Black woman elected Harris County judge, defeating Republican Orlando Sanchez. Plummer also becomes the first Muslim elected to the position, marking a significant milestone for representation in local government. According...

Harris County, TX · 2d

Subplot News

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Marine Corps veteran votes at Texas school. Then a man accuses her of not being disabled because she drives a Tesla: ‘The jealousy is repugnant’

'Why is it so hard to mind the business that pays you?!?' The post Marine Corps veteran votes at Texas school. Then a man accuses her of not being disabled because she drives a Tesla: ‘The jealousy is repugnant’ appeared first on Subplot News .

Katy, TX · 3d

ABC13 Houston

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Shelter-in-place lifted for Wolman Elementary after nearby gas leak, City of Katy says

The City of Katy Office of Emergency Management says a contractor hit a gas line, leading to the leak Thursday morning.

Katy, TX · 1d

Click2Houston.com

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Dexter McCoy declares victory in Fort Bend County judge race

FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – Dexter McCoy has declared victory in the race for Fort Bend County judge, defeating Daniel Wong. McCoy declared victory in a speech Tuesday night. The election follows a turbulent period in Fort Bend County government involving County Judge KP George, who was suspended from office earlier this year amid ongoing legal proceedings.

Fort Bend County, TX · 3d

Yahoo!

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Gov. Abbott talks ICE agent indictment

While in Houston on Monday, Governor Greg Abbott gave his response to ICE agent Mario Morales being indicted on Friday in Harris County.

Texas · 4d

houstonpublicmedia.org

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Democrat Leticia Gutierrez leads Republican Mealer in the race to represent Texas’ 9th

Gutierrez’s lead could amount to an upset after Texas House Republicans redrew the district to be friendlier to conservative candidates. Republican candidate Alex Mealer, who was endorsed by President Donald Trump, had held a six-point lead in the polls leading up to the election. Democrat Leticia Gutierrez is leading...

Texas · 3d