Local Government Editor

Job description

The Houston Chronicle is seeking a Local Government Editor to lead coverage of Houston City Hall, Harris County and the region’s fast-growing suburbs. Houston is the nation’s fourth largest city, and Harris County is one of the most populous and politically significant counties in America. It's home to Ted Cruz, will host the RNC in 2028 and has been at the center of a years-long clash between a Democratic-run county and a Republican state government. Decisions made here influence policy debates across Texas and increasingly at the national level. This editor will play a central role in advancing the Chronicle’s core content strategy: Local government coverage sits at the center of that mission. This team explains how decisions about flooding, housing, public safety, taxes, infrastructure and growth shape daily life across the Houston region. The editor will lead a team responsible for competitive breaking news, agenda-setting coverage and service journalism that makes Houston easier to navigate. You will join a newsroom recognized nationally for innovation and investigative work, and one focused on growing digital audiences and deepening subscriber engagement. - We are first and b...