City Hall

Your Guide to Houston Mayor Candidates

Mark your calendars: the Houston mayoral runoff election will be held December 9.

11/13/2023 By Houstonia Staff

Your Vote

The Biggest Winners and Losers of the 2023 Houston Election

Our commiserations to the Galveston County treasurer position, old judges, and democratic participation.

11/08/2023 By Emma Balter

Endorsement Faceoff

Exploring the Backing for Houston's Top Mayoral Hopefuls

While Sheila Jackson Lee finds support from educators, John Whitmire has the backing of police unions.

08/07/2023 By Uvie Bikomo

Making History

America’s Four Largest Cities Now Led by Black Mayors

Houston's Mayor Turner joins Eric Adams, Karen Bass, and Lori Lightfoot as new faces of leadership in the country.

01/25/2023 By Shelby Stewart

Politicking

Turner Coasts to Victory in Houston's Mayoral Runoff

A subdued ending to an intense race ends with Buzbee leaving on a jet plane. Seriously.

12/16/2019 By Dianna Wray

Politicking

Get Ready to Vote Again Next Month Today

Houston's mayoral elections are heading for a runoff.

11/06/2019 By Dianna Wray

Politics

Breaking Down Houston's 2019 Mayoral Race

This year’s field is even more crowded than usual. As such, it can be hard to keep everyone straight and make an informed decision. Here are a few key things to know about the most eye-catching candidates.

09/25/2019 By Dianna Wray

Meet the Candidates

A (Way Too Early) Primer on the Houston Mayoral Campaign

Learn more about the top names gunning for City Hall.

06/28/2019 By Schaefer Edwards

Houstonia Magazine

Mayor’s Race