The Democratic runoff for the Houston-based seat — a longtime bastion of Black political power — pits the Texas delegation’s newest member, Christian Menefee, against one of its longest-tenured, Al Green.
The Democrat's announcement comes a week after she lost to Christian Menefee in a special election runoff for the seat that had been vacant since the death of Sylvester Turner.
Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton are agreeing to testify in a House investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The 78-year-old Democrat is up against two younger opponents, including Rep.-elect Christian Menefee, in a district left vacant for 11 months after the death of Sylvester Turner.
Democrat Christian Menefee has won a Texas U.S. House seat in a special election that will narrow Republicans’ already-slim majority.
The veteran lawmaker whose current district was redrawn to benefit Republicans would face the winner of the 18th Congressional District special election runoff.
A Houston official and a former City Council member are headed to a runoff for the vacant U.S. House seat in a heavily Democratic district.
Ending the week with a little sweet treat. We met Michael and Tawana Horne, the couple behind Sweet Tooth Cheesecakes. With no formal culinary training, Michael created flavors that impressed even his toughest critic - his wife! We learned more about how this side hustle became a money-making business.
Jones, a Democrat elected to the Texas House in 2022 and previously served on the Houston City Council, joins a slate of candidates running to fill the solidly blue seat.
Harris County will dedicate a downtown building in honor of the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee. The ceremony, scheduled for Thursday at 1111 Fannin, will unveil the new name of the 17-story office building, which recently underwent upgrades.
Juneteenth Houston, formerly known as The Juneteenth Houston Citywide Committee, announced its 160th commemorative series of celebrations and community initiatives for 2025.
Harris Co. Attorney Christian Menefee, who is running to replace late Rep. Sylvester Turner, will hold a news conference calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to call a special election for the 18th congressional district.
The race to fill a Texas congressional seat has candidates but no election date more than three weeks after Rep. Sylvester Turner’s death left a vacancy in a stronghold for Democrats, who are eager to cut into Republicans’ narrow U.S. House majority.
Republicans hold a tiny majority in the House, creating an incentive for Abbott to hold off on calling an election for Turner’s seat, which would likely be filled by a Democrat.
The lawsuit alleges the congressional candidate failed to pay the firm $200,000. Isaiah Martin, who recently announced his candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives in Texas’ 18th Congressional District, is now facing a lawsuit filed by Grassroots Analytics, Inc.
This will be the second time Martin has run for the seat but faces Harris Co. Attorney Christian Menefee, who was endorsed by late Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee's daughter and serves as his campaign's chairwoman.
Menefee is backed by Erica Lee, late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee's daughter, who is serving as his campaign chairwoman.
Congressman Sylvester Turner’s cause of death has yet to be released, but it is known that he publicly shared his battle with bone cancer in 2022. Now, his loved ones, colleagues, and constituents are reflecting on the impact he made throughout his long career as a public servant.
When a sitting member of the U.S. House of Representatives dies in office, a formal process follows to ensure a smooth transition while honoring their legacy. This includes a period of mourning, official ceremonies, and a special election to fill the vacant seat.
On Wednesday, the Houston community was shocked to learn of the sudden passing of U.S. Congressman and former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner.
The 18th Congressional District of Texas is once again facing a leadership transition following the death of U.S. Rep. Sylvester Turner at age 70.
After winning a special election to finish her late mother’s term in Congress, Erica Lee Carter, the daughter of Sheila Jackson Lee, will take the oath of office in Washington D.C. on Tuesday.
Jackson Lee’s children endorsed Sylvester Turner to succeed their mother, who also emphasized his commitment to continuing Jackson Lee’s legacy of service while providing stability during the transition.
Former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner wins election to U.S. House in Texas’ 18th Congressional District.
Sylvester Turner, Democratic nominee for Sheila Jackson Lee's U.S. House seat, vows to push the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act forward. The bill aims to reform police practices and accountability.
Houston’s former mayor is the Democrats’ pick to succeed the late Texas congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee on the November ballot.
Five candidates are vying for the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee’s 18th Congressional District seat in Houston. #HoustonPolitics #18thDistrict #SpecialElection
After careful consideration, Erica Lee Carter, the daughter of the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, has decided to run to finish her mother’s term in the November Special Election.
The race to succeed the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee for the 18th U.S. Congressional District of Texas is intensifying, with several prominent candidates declaring their intentions to run.
According to an emailed press release, Erica Lee Carter “has been recently asked by community leaders and Democratic party supporters to consider running.” And now, we’re told she is “strongly considering running.”
Because Jackson Lee died after winning the Democratic primary, Texas Democratic officials will get to decide who replaces her on the November ballot.
The race to succeed the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee for the 18th U.S. Congressional District of Texas is intensifying, with several prominent candidates declaring their intentions to run.
Reflections on the late Congresswoman from Houston's lie will also come from her children as well as local and national leaders.
Reflections on the late Congresswoman from Houston's lie will also come from her children as well as local and national leaders.
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver a eulogy for U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee at a North Houston church as days of memorials for the longtime Democratic lawmaker draw to a close.
Houston area residents are remembering longtime U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas as an advocate for human rights and for her community.
Biden will travel to Houston on Monday and Harris will attend a Celebration of Life Service on Thursday. The trip will mark Harris’ third visit to Texas in the past month.
The President's visit comes less than a week after Vice President Kamala Harris gave the keynote speech at the 88th American Federation of Teachers Convention.
Vice President Kamala Harris will be back in Houston next week to attend Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee’s funeral, the White House announced Saturday.
Last weekend, the members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. (AKA) in Houston experienced a unique few days marked by significant emotional highs and lows as they mourned the loss of a prominent member while also celebrating a historic endorsement.
At least three Democrats are considering bids for the Houston-area seat. But Texas Democratic officials — not voters — will decide who will be on the November ballot.
Teenage Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland sung for the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee | Check out the footage from 1999!
As many people in the city mourn the loss, they're waiting to learn who's going to take her spot in Congress to explain the next steps of finding a new candidate.
Many people don't know that the Congresswoman was born in Queens, NY, and graduated from Yale University with honors in the first graduating class including females.
Staff members of the 18th Congressional District of Texas’ and offices in Washington D.C. released a statement of remembrance after the death of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee.
A news conference will be held Thursday afternoon at the Four Seasons Hotel regarding CenterPoint’s transparency connected to Hurricane Beryl.
Federal and local officials, including Bishop James Dixon, Congressman Al Green, and representatives from the offices of Commissioner Rodney Ellis and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, will provide updates on recovery efforts at NRG Park following Hurricane Beryl.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee will join pastor Lou McElroy and first lady Jacquline McElroy and Ramon Manning, board chairman for the Emancipation Park Conservancy Wednesday to hold a celebration honoring the 3rd anniversary of the Juneteenth federal holiday.
Community members and supporters of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee are planning a “Prayer & Praise Vigil” following her pancreatic cancer diagnosis.
Community members and supporters of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee are planning a “Prayer & Praise Vigil” following her pancreatic cancer diagnosis.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee has undoubtedly worked hard in American politics for the past four decades, dedicating most of her life to government work.
Pancreatic cancer is a devastating disease that affects the pancreas, an organ located behind the stomach. It is known for its aggressive nature and low survival rates.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee announced Sunday that she has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States dedicated to honoring and remembering the men and women who have died while serving in the U.S. military.
Texas Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee is expected to hold a press conference following the recent ruling which stated that Barbers Hill Independent School District did not violate the CROWN Act after disciplining a student for wearing his natural hair.
TSU Political Science Professor, Dr. Michael Adams, breaks down what gave Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee such a resounding victory in the 18th Congressional District race over her former intern and former Houston City Council member, Amanda Edwards.
Despite major outlets like NBC News showing Sheila Jackson Lee as the winner with an overwhelming majority, Amanda Edwards still has not conceded.
NBC News is projecting Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee to win the Democratic primary in Texas’ 18th Congressional District.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee will host a news conference Friday morning to discuss the violation of the Crown Act after a Barbers Hill high school student was repeatedly disciplined for his hairstyle choice.
Jackson Lee faces off against Amanda Edwards, her most formidable congressional opponent in three decades.
Following concerns from community members in the Third Ward, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee announced Friday that TxDOT has agreed to temporarily delay the project to allow for the community to receive more information about it and how it will impact traffic.
The World Youth Foundation held a special celebration at the end of National Mentoring Month, highlighting how important it is to have a maintain relationships throughout your professional and personal lives.
John Whitmire will soon be sworn in as the 63rd mayor of the city of Houston. Whitmire will set forth a new vision and direction for the city. What should he prioritize first? These Houstonians have some ideas.
State Sen. Whitmire is about to undergo a career change at an age when most individuals are enjoying retirement. Whitmire’s reasoning? This is a calling for him and the Houstonians who requested he come home to fix the city.
After being defeated in the runoff election for Houston Mayor by State Senator John Whitmire, Sheila Jackson Lee has until Monday at 6 p.m. to file for reelection to Congress if she wants to run again.
KPRC 2′s Mario Diaz interviewed State Sen. John Whitmire on Sunday, after he was elected to be Houston’s new mayor in a runoff against U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee.
Sheila Jackson Lee is expected to address those in attendance at her Election Night watch party.
A longtime Democratic Texas lawmaker who has represented Houston in the Legislature for more than 50 years will lead the nation’s fourth-largest city after winning a mayoral runoff election.
Voters in Houston will elect the oldest big-city mayor in the U.S. this weekend when they choose between U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee and state Sen. John Whitmire, two Democrats in their 70s.