Jeremy Flint was allowed to resign in January; his wife is also under review by the Texas Education Agency.
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Texas Medical Board Suspends License of Houston-Area Neurologist Accused of Child Exploitation
The doctor is accused of online solicitation of a minor.
School Superintendent Investigated for Failure To Report Student’s Alleged Sex Crime
Union Grove ISD Superintendent Kelly Moore is suspected of failing to report a student’s alleged invasive visual recording of another student while on campus.
Ex-Houston ICE Officer Arrested for Bribery, Shielding Criminal Aliens From Deportation
Prosecutors allege the scheme allowed individuals in the Harris County Jail to be released on bond, sidestepping federal removal proceedings.
22 Houston Cases Named in Justice Department’s $15 Billion Healthcare Fraud Crackdown
Federal prosecutors have charged more than 320 individuals in the largest healthcare fraud operation in U.S. history.
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Will San Antonio’s New Mayor Continue to Fund DEI Initiatives Amid Budget Crisis?
Although the city faces two years of projected budget deficits, San Antonio may continue funding DEI initiatives.
Space Shuttle Discovery Moves to Houston Under US Senate Bill
In 2011, NASA bypassed Houston when selecting retirement locations for its shuttle fleet.
FBI Houston Arrests Chinese National for Spying on US Navy
Another Chinese national was arrested in Oregon, and the pair are accused of surveilling U.S. military personnel and facilities.
Federal Agents Bust Anti-Tren Gang Members After Houston Shooting
Federal authorities are targeting a violent Venezuelan gang known as Anti-Tren, believed to be connected to a Houston bar shooting that injured six people in March.
IRS Withholds Wages of Arlington Mayor Over Federal Tax Debt
Taxpayers reportedly question Mayor Jim Ross’ ability to lead Arlington because of issues with his personal finances.
Austin ISD Considers Consolidating Schools Amid Budget Shortfalls
Facing a $110 million budget deficit, Austin ISD’s trustees are receiving input from the public on a plan to consolidate some schools for the 2026–27 school year.
Houston’s Taxpayer-Sponsored LGBT Parade Featured Sexualized Performances Near Children
Marketed as safe and inclusive for all ages, Houston’s LGBT “Pride” party featured overtly adult activities in full view of children.
Allen ISD Elementary Teacher Indicted for Sexual Contact With Students
Austin White was placed on leave from Preston Elementary in October 2024.
Houston Parents Sue HISD Over Daughter’s Secret Social Gender Transition
A Houston family is taking the state’s largest school district to court, claiming their daughter was socially transitioned by school staff in direct defiance of their explicit instructions.
Harris County Agencies Reportedly Spent Millions With No Paper Trail
Last year, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said the Harris County Toll Road Authority, Engineering Department, and Flood Control District had procurement issues.
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Harris County Faces $1.3 Billion Shortfall in Flood Bond Projects
Only about 30 percent of the bond’s allocated funds have been spent so far.
24/7 Ban on Homeless Sleeping Outdoors Coming to Houston Under Updated Ordinance
In a bid to curb street homelessness and connect people with shelters, Houston plans to implement a 24/7 outdoor sleeping ban in key neighborhoods, backed by new funding and federal support.
Prosecutors Seek Cell Phone of Student Solicited for Sex by Elgin ISD Coach
Coach Devin Anderson was charged last year with having an illicit sexual “relationship” with a female student.
Harris County Officials to Consider Issues at Jail After 3 Deaths in 48 Hours
The Harris County Jail has been out of compliance with state standards for months.
Winnsboro ISD Coach Charged With Covering Up Fellow Coach’s Sex With Student
Coach Jared Lancaster is accused of knowingly failing to report another teacher’s sexual abuse of a student.
FBI Offers $3 Million Reward for Venezuelan Gang Leader as ICE Arrests Two Iranians in Houston
The Trump administration’s crackdown on illegal immigration continues.
Howe ISD Head Football Coach Charged With Soliciting Sex From a Minor
Coach Andrew Harvey is Howe ISD’s athletic director.
Collin County Officials OK Purchases for Hand-Marked Balloting
Commissioners approved purchasing items required to implement a ballot-on-demand system in November.
Williamson County Officials Vote to Switch to Hand-Marked Ballots
To comply with President Donald Trump’s executive order, the commissioners voted to use ballot-on-demand printers for this year’s general election.
Austin ISD To Reduce Headquarters Staff by Over 20 Percent
The move will help close a $110 million budget deficit.