The release of the Houston area’s new floodplain maps has been delayed again — this time to early 2025, the Federal Emergency Management Agency confirmed this week. Harris County Flood Control ...

There is a way for you to track those spots, as well, using the Harris County Flood Control District's interactive map. It's important to note -- the screen grabs below are NOT current.

Although the flood district is governed by the Harris County Commissioners Court, it is still a special-purpose district, ...

The proposition for the Harris County Flood Control District to provide more funding to flood mitigation efforts has been ...

The Harris County Flood Control District provided data for the map of natural and man-made channels. The National Hurricane Center provided data for the storm surge map. The scrolling graphics are ...

This is based on the average value of a home in Harris County, which is $379,030, and a homestead exemption. The Flood Control District is a special-purpose district established by the Texas ...

Voters in Harris County approved Proposition A, which will grant $100 million in a year-in, year out investment toward maintenance of channels.

Election results are still trickling in for some key races. Follow along here for live election updates and analysis from ...

Ross and Lea Goldsmith showed up at the Gahanna Library to vote with their toddler, Hildy, dressed in her patriotic finest: a ...

If the proposed tax rate increase is approved, the average Harris County homeowner with a $379,030 home and a homestead exemption would see a $60 increase per year in annual taxes, according to the ...

Harris County voters narrowly approved a tax increase for flood control maintenance, with a 51% to 49% margin, raising the average homeowner's annual payment by about $60.

Voters will decide on the Harris County Flood Control District's budget and tax rate in November. Residents will vote on a proposed flood control tax rate of $0.48 per $100. If approved by voters ...