Houston mayor articles
-
Former Houston Mayor Annise Parker may run for Harris County Judge in 2026
The prospect of a Democratic primary challenge to Judge Lina Hidalgo comes amid speculation that Hidalgo may leave to seek higher office.
-
Long-planned Montrose Boulevard overhaul on hold and under review by Houston’s new mayor
The fate of dozens of mature oak trees along the thoroughfare have been a point of contention among neighborhood residents. The project aims to improve drainage, sidewalks and safety.
-
Houston’s new mayor wants changes to Shepherd-Durham redesign, putting part of project at risk
The administration of new Houston Mayor John Whitmire, who expressed support for the streets overhaul as a state senator in 2019, is holding up the start of Phase 2 construction because it wants the project to no longer include a reduction in vehicle lanes. The first phase of the Heights infrastructure initiative is nearing completion and will be unaffected by the decision.