Republican Orlando Sanchez, former county treasurer and city council member, running for Harris County judge
Sanchez is among several candidates vying for the seat being left open by Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, who is not seeking reelection next year. He says he would rein in the county’s spending — and work well with Houston Mayor John Whitmire.
Firefighters union leader Marty Lancton running for Harris County Judge, backed by notable GOP figures
Lancton is so far the most notable Republican candidate in the 2026 race for Harris County Judge, a seat that has been held since 2018 by Democrat Lina Hidalgo, who became the first woman and Latina to serve as the county's top elected official.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo censured by commissioners over decorum after her failed tax hike proposal
A vote to censure is a formal expression of disapproval but has no impact on Hidalgo's ability to serve in her elected position or on the commissioners court.
Houston City Council member Letitia Plummer announces run for Harris County Judge
Plummer joins a field for the 2026 Democratic primary that also includes former Houston Mayor Annise Parker. Incumbent Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has not revealed whether she plans to seek a third term.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo to announce reelection intentions in ‘coming weeks’
Hidalgo, a 34-year-old Democrat, was first elected in 2018 and then reelected in 2022. Other candidates have emerged for the 2026 election, including fellow Democrat Annise Parker, a former Houston mayor.
Sen. Joan Huffman joins GOP field vying to succeed Ken Paxton as Texas attorney general
In her announcement, Huffman framed herself as the most experienced candidate, pointing to her time as a prosecutor, judge and chair of key Senate committees.
Former Houston Mayor Annise Parker announces run for Harris County Judge
Parker's announcement sets up a potential clash with incumbent Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo in the Democratic primary in 2026.
Harris County Judge Kelli Johnson returns to bench following brain injury recovery, dismissed investigation
Johnson will return to the bench after the formal dismissal of a Texas Commission on Judicial Conduct investigation into a complaint lodged by her court reporter alleging a hostile work environment, her attorney said.
Harris County judge rejects Ken Paxton’s attempt to shutter local immigrant rights group FIEL
The lawsuit alleges FIEL "systematically" violates rules laid out for nonprofit organizations and cites as evidence social media accounts "littered with material that openly attempts to defeat Texas legislation and carries on propaganda."
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