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A proposed property tax increase has moved forward with a 3-2 vote. The decision was made by Harris County commissioners, who will hold a final vote on the matter. Further details about the proposal are available, including the proposed rates and estimated cost to taxpayers.
The final vote on the proposed tax increase is scheduled to take place on September 17, at which time the commissioners will make a definitive decision on the matter.
government
More than a dozen families are seeking to regain ownership of their homes as Harris County Attorney Abbie Kamin pursues two lawsuits alleging a widespread deed fraud scheme involving multiple properties across the county....
government
Harris County commissioners have tentatively approved a proposed property tax rate increase as part of the county’s budget process, with another vote and public hearing scheduled for September 17.The proposed rate represents an increase of 9.6% and is capped at 41.75 cents per......
government
On Tuesday, commissioners voted to move forward with a proposed 7.6% increase for the upcoming fiscal year.
safety
A Harris County grand jury will decide whether a Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital security guard faces charges in the fatal shooting of a 31-year-old man inside the emergency room over the weekend.RELATED: Man shot by hospital security officer after pulling knife at......
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A Montgomery County mother says she fears political and professional relationships inside the county courthouse could prevent her family from receiving a fair trial in a lawsuit involving Precinct 4 Commissioner Matt Gray.The lawsuit stems from an October 2024 altercation......
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Houston-area law enforcement agencies reported nearly 300 arrests for suspected drunk driving over the Labor Day weekend as deputies and officers increased patrols across Harris County.In total, 297 motorists were charged with drunk-driving offenses during the three-day holiday.....
News
Today: We discuss a new report that finds renting a starter home is cheaper than buying, break down Meta’s landmark settlement over claims of social media addiction, and talk with pianist Timo Andres. Plus, we debut “Five Simple Questions.”...
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The Trump Administration has emphasized a push to invest in rare Earth magnets domestically, rather than rely on foreign territories like China that mine such materials. Researchers at the University of Houston are using a federal grant to create a stronger magnet with feasible.....
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According to Houston police, the deadly shooting at the Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center will be referred to a Harris County Grand Jury.
government
Last month, a publicly-led Harris County committee established to field elected officials’ salary complaints voted to recommend the raise for Wyatt -- about $126,000 less than the raise she originally requested....
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Malik is currently being held in the Harris County Jail under a $500,000 bond, according to Harris County jail records.
