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Eligible Child Care Providers Can Now Apply for 100% Property Tax Exemption for Tax Year 2026

06 Jan, 26

Harris County, TX, January 6, 2026, Applications are now open for eligible child care providers to receive the Harris County Child Care Facility Property Tax Exemption for Tax Year 2026, under Proposition 2.

On Behalf of Houston-Area Interests, Judge Hidalgo Calls For a Prompt Transition to Democracy in Venezuela

03 Jan, 26

Harris County, TX, January 3, 2026, Judge Lina Hidalgo issued the following statement after President Trump’s military operation in Venezuela this morning:

Judge Hidalgo Delivers Books to Students During Holiday Book Drive

19 Dec, 25

Harris County, TX, December 19, 2025, Judge Hidalgo delivered books to students at Our New Beginning Learning Academy and The Lawson Academy this week as part of the County Judge’s Office holiday book drive. In total, Judge Hidalgo’s office has delivered more than 450 books donated by Harris County residents to students ages 2-13 this holiday season.