Sign shenanigans target school bond opponents ahead of May 4 election.
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Billions in Bonds on Ballots Around Houston
Less than one percent of voters in Harris County have turned out to vote.
Fort Worth ISD to Return Potentially Inappropriate Books to Library Shelves
A Fort Worth ISD Spokesperson confirmed some books will be back on the shelves in the next couple of weeks.
UT-Austin ‘Protesters’ Clash with Police
The university’s leadership says they received “extensive online threats” over the weekend.
Big Spring Residents Say ‘No’ to Big School Bond
Bond opponents in Big Spring ISD borrowed the slogan “If You Know, You No” from another grassroots campaign in Granbury ISD.
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Austin Light Rail Plan on Ice Following Disastrous Court Hearing
Austin’s light rail program could be ‘toast’ due to an allegedly unconstitutional financing proposal.
Conroe ISD Keeps Gender Confusion Book on Shelves
The book “Lily and Dunkin” contains an online resource where adults can talk with minors about how to change genders.
Harris County Judge Reduces Teacher’s Bond in Child Trafficking Case
Kedria McMath Grigsby’s bond was lowered from $750,000 to $450,000.
Sixth Texas County Outlaws Abortion, Abortion Trafficking
Jack County commissioners voted unanimously to adopt an ordinance protecting the unborn.
Teacher Arrested for Online Solicitation of a Minor
The teacher was also found to be in possession of child pornography.
Austin Councilmembers Consider Making City a Sanctuary for Child Gender Mutilation
The resolution will be up for consideration at the May 2 city council meeting.
Audit Reveals Fort Bend ISD Bond Failures
The audit was conducted following revelations of a $133 million gap between the amount voters approved and the cost of the bond.
Police Union Warns Houstonians the City Is Not Safe
Union leaders blame staffing shortages and too many suspected criminals being allowed to walk free.
Granbury School Bond Opponent Arrested Over Campaign Bus Permit
“No Bond Bus Tour” driver Steve Biggers said the Hood County sheriff’s department has been “weaponized” against citizens speaking against the bond.
Travis County DA Could Be Removed Under New State Law
José Garza has made headlines for vowing not to prosecute illegal abortions and for not prosecuting certain drug-related cases.
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Kerrville Residents Sue City Over Controversial Anti-Solicitation Ordinance
The group accused the city of Kerrville of unfairly targeting candidates intent on challenging incumbents.
‘No Bond Bus Tour’ Drives Home Message to Granbury ISD Voters
The bus tour is cautioning school district voters about the tax impact of the May 4 bond election.
Houston Teacher Arrested for Improper Relationship with a Student
Cy-Fair teacher Kayden Burbank allegedly had a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old student.
Feminist Media Critic to Depart UT-Austin Over DEI Ban
UT Professor Jennifer McClearen also took aim at the state’s lack of COVID restrictions.
Allen High School Resource Officer Speaks Out on Fentanyl-Related Overdoses
Matthew Johnson administered the lifesaving drug Narcan three times this year to students who overdosed.
Huffman ISD Accuses AG’s Office of Election Interference in Response to Electioneering Lawsuit
The district is under fire for a leaked recording of Superintendent Benny Soileau encouraging staff to support anti-school choice Republicans.
Houston ISD Expected to Seek Multibillion Dollar Bond
While the district hasn’t said how much a proposed bond would cost, a local paper reported that a recent estimate was for between $3.5 and $5 billion.
UT’s Civitas Institute Hosts Discussion on How America Became ‘Family Unfriendly’
The discussion included consideration of several different factors hampering the formation of families.
Harris County Audit Finds Purchasing Issues
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo wants to move vendor contracting authority after a new report from the County Auditor highlighted several long-running issues.
Kinney County Officials Ask Gov. Abbott for Immediate Special Session on Border Security
The border officials want lawmakers to establish a new statewide agency to protect the public from transnational criminal organizations.