The cost estimates for the project soared from $12 billion to over $40 billion.
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Collin County Residents Reject Planned Islamic ‘City’
County Judge Chris Hill said he “cannot support” the proposed EPIC City project.
Harris County Commissioners Vote for Higher Government Employee and Contractor Salaries
The new minimum wage has been set to $20 an hour for government workers and $21.65 for contractors.
Collin County Holding Monday Hearing on Muslim EPIC City Project
Commissioners will discuss the proposed Islamic community during their weekly meeting.
Red Oak ISD Teacher Says He Experiences ‘Gender Euphoria’ Around Students
Zachary Sandri, who now goes by “Rosalynn,” began a video posted on social media by describing himself as a “transgender goddess.”
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Houston’s Montrose Center To Host Drag Show Open to Children
The non-profit provides LGBT “services” to children as young as seven.
Bluebonnet Learning Curriculum Sample Approved by Fort Bend ISD Board
Bluebonnet Learning is a state-owned, free educational curriculum that includes religious references.
Bexar County GOP Contests Spending Billions on Entertainment Arena in San Antonio
The county Republican Party argued that the city has more important issues to focus on.
Harris County LGBTQIA+ Commission Sets Date for ‘Banned Book’ Fair
The event will be open to children.
‘Recognized’ Texas Teacher Charged With Child Grooming
Scott Strobel is accused of sexually grooming a 14-year-old girl he was tutoring.
Report Recommends Evaluation for Houston-area Bridges at Risk of Collapse
A new report details the issues that led to the bridge collapse in Baltimore and recommends safety actions.
Las Vegas Sands Folds on Casino Gambling in Irving
Anti-gambling advocates hailed the city’s rejection of casinos as a win for Irving residents.
Houston ISD Board Votes for New ‘Teacher Excellence System’
The new system will categorize teachers based on their performance and will link salaries to evaluation scores.
Boyd ISD Teacher Arrested for ‘Improper’ Sexual Relationship With Student
Stephanie McGilvray resigned last September after district officials learned of the misconduct allegations.
Report: Houston ISD Operates 51 Schools Under 50 Percent Capacity
The district is facing a budget deficit and plans to vote later this year on closing some schools.
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Middle School Custodian Arrested for Online Solicitation of a Minor
Jason Giuliani was a contract employee at Allen ISD’s Curtis Middle School.
Mass Arrests in Colony Ridge: Authorities Target Criminal Aliens
Gov. Greg Abbott said the operation had been in the works with President Donald Trump’s border czar for months.
East Texas Teacher Charged With Child Porn and Bestiality
Hillary Williams taught junior high and high school math at Wells ISD.
Houston ISD Fails To Report Any Truancy Prevention Efforts for 4 Years
In the 2023-2024 school year, there were 63,626 unexcused absences.
Couple Charged With Producing Child Sex Abuse Videos
Teachers aide Dava Pound is accused of helping her boyfriend Justin Liford produce child sexual abuse content featuring her prepubescent daughters.
Gov. Abbott: Feds, State Target Criminal Aliens for Arrest in Colony Ridge
It has been reported that a large population of illegal aliens reside in the Colony Ridge development.
Amarillo Police Chief Allowed To Retire After Supporting Sex-Abuser School Coach
Martin Birkenfeld asked a federal judge to consider Perryton ISD coach Cole Underwood’s “redeeming qualities” when sentencing the confessed child predator.
Apple To Open Major Manufacturing Facility in Houston
The Houston-area facility is part of a $500 billion investment in American manufacturing.
Dallas Ditches ES&S E-poll Books, Chooses KnowInk
The Texas Secretary of State’s office decertified ES&S E-poll books, but most counties can’t afford a replacement.
Houston ISD Joins Lawsuit Against Social Media Companies
Over 200 school districts have joined the lawsuit claiming companies have caused psychological damage to students.