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Lavish School Spending in Crosshairs as Property Tax Bill Advances in Senate

"It may keep them from putting travertine tile in the football stadiums’ restrooms.”

By Erin Anderson | September 21, 2021

First Look at Proposed Senate Redistricting Maps

Maps set the stage for Republicans to shore up competitive districts from previous election cycles.

By Jeramy Kitchen | September 21, 2021

Round Rock ISD Seeks to Censure Pro-Transparency Board Members

The Round Rock ISD school board will hold a special meeting on Wednesday.

By Adam Cahn, Robert Montoya | September 21, 2021

Jones: Who Does Keller ISD’s School Board Serve?

Keller is a deeply conservative city, yet no one would ever know it from our school board.

By Kellen McGovern Jones | September 21, 2021

Beto O’Rourke Reportedly Considering Bid for Texas Governor

Reports claim that the former congressman may be planning a gubernatorial campaign for 2022.

By Griffin White | September 20, 2021

Exclusive Interview: Dallas Mayor Pro Tem Chad West Says City Isn’t Defunding Police

In Part 2 of this interview, the District 1 Dallas City Council member answers more questions about his budget amendment.

By Robert Montoya | September 20, 2021

Martin: Fort Worth School Officials Tied to ‘Racial Equity’ Vendors

In this two-part series, we look at the relationship between Fort Worth Independent School District and a local nonprofit, Leadership ISD.

By Emory Martin | September 20, 2021

Former State Sen. Pete Flores Announces for Senate in a Different District

Flores had previously served as the state senator for Senate District 19 from 2018 to 2020. He has announced for Senate District 24.

By Jeramy Kitchen | September 20, 2021

Dickson: Impact Becomes 35th City in Texas to Outlaw Abortion

"As an eternal optimist, I exhort Impact’s action as a brave and resolute step in making Texas a Sanctuary State for the Unborn." – Taylor County GOP Chairman Chris Carnohan

By Mark Lee Dickson | September 20, 2021

Citizens Win: Allen Rolls Back Spending, Taxes

Conservatives convince Allen City Council to spend less and adopt a “no new revenue” property tax rate.

By Erin Anderson | September 18, 2021

Nigel Farage’s Encouragement to Keep Fighting for Freedom

By Robert Montoya|September 18, 2021

Words from Mr. Brexit’s visit to the Lone Star State offer hope as Texans feel overwhelmed with encroachments on their freedom.

Dallas County Commissioners to Decide Pay Increase for Elected Officials

By Robert Montoya|September 17, 2021

Pay hike recommendation advances by combining votes for two different options.

Gov. Abbott Blames Federal Government for Texas Border Crisis

By Brandon Waltens|September 17, 2021

Just six hours after saying he would close points of entry on the southern border, Abbott reversed his decision, blaming the Biden administration.

Waller: Chinese Backdoor Threatens Next Texas Blackout

By Tommy Waller|September 17, 2021

Houston has a problem.

School Board Blocked Citizens From Entering Public Meeting—Then Raised Their Taxes

By Jacob Asmussen|September 17, 2021

“I want the community to understand what happened last night. It is very concerning.”

Exclusive Interview: Dallas Mayor Pro Tem Chad West on Police Overtime Funding

By Robert Montoya|September 16, 2021

In Part 1 of this interview, District 1's councilman makes his case for creating a checkpoint for the Dallas Police Department to request $10 million be returned to their overtime budget.

Potter County Commissioners Approve Tax Increase

By Thomas Warren|September 16, 2021

Potter County taxpayers to see roughly 2 percent tax increase next year.

Austin Has Record-Breaking Killing Spree Amid Defunded Police

By Jacob Asmussen|September 16, 2021

“Austin has NEVER been less safe than it is today. But we can change that.”

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