Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Declares She Won’t Seek Reelection, Details to Follow

HOUSTON – Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has announced she will not seek reelection next year, marking a significant shift in the county’s leadership landscape. Hidalgo’s office confirmed the decision, stating that further information will be shared at a news conference scheduled for Tuesday. Elected in 2019, Hidalgo made history as the first woman to hold the position of Harris County Judge. Her tenure has seen her reelected in November 2022, with her current term set to end in December 2026. The move not to run for reelection comes as a surprise to many, given … Read more

Harris County Jury Awards $37.9 Million in 2020 Watson Grinding Explosion Case, Highlighting Critical Safety Failures

HOUSTON, Texas — A Harris County jury awarded $37.9 million to five victims of the 2020 explosion at the Watson Grinding warehouse in Spring Branch. The decision, announced on Tuesday, represents a significant legal outcome following the tragic incident that left many affected. In the aftermath of the explosion, Watson Grinding filed for bankruptcy. However, attorneys noted that insurance companies later settled claims for a total of $52 million. The recent judgment centers on the roles of 3M and Teledyne-Detcon, two companies involved in the installation and maintenance of the warehouse’s gas detection system. An … Read more