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North East ISD Teacher Accused of Sexually Grooming Student
John Ghrist used Snapchat and a school-approved app to message a 15-year-old girl, and police fear there could be more victims.
Suspects in Jocelyn Nungaray’s Murder May Be Tied to Violent Venezuelan Gang
Search warrants revealed that both men had videos and photos with gang signs and emojis linked to the Tren de Aragua gang.
Grand Prairie ISD Set to ‘Move Forward’ Against Suspended Superintendent
The district’s investigation into Superintendent Jorge Arredondo revealed “violations” of a policy prohibiting retaliation against district employees.
Fort Worth ISD to Pay Former Superintendent Nearly $1 Million
Although Angélica Ramsey’s last day as superintendent was October 1, she will continue to be paid by the district until August 30, 2025.
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Austin City Council Member Proposes New Budget Plan That Avoids Raising Property Taxes
The city manager’s proposed budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year would increase property taxes by 5.7 percent.
Austin’s Four Points Residents Concerned Over New Homeless Encampment
Homeless encampments continue to pose problems in Austin.
Keller ISD Backs Down, Allows Students with Pro-Trump Parking Spot Art to Repaint
After being instructed to erase art depicting the former president, students may now repaint their parking spots.
Sex Abuse Victim’s Mom Scorches Lorena ISD School Board
Amanda Gilmore said, “There’s a special place in Hell” for defenders of Lorena Primary Principal April Jewell.
Parents Split Over Student Access to Cell Phones at School
Keller ISD is the latest district to consider keeping kids off their phones during school hours.
Windstorm Insurance Rates May Go Up
The Texas Windstorm Insurance Association board of directors are set to consider a 10 percent rate hike on policyholders for 2025.
Austin ISD Likely to Pursue Tax Hike
District trustees approved a budget of more than $1 billion in June.
Jury Acquits Christian Cited for Preaching at Fort Worth Stockyards
Duante Newton’s defenders called the verdict a “significant Constitutional victory.”
Houston Mayor Whitmire Nominates New Fire Chief
Thomas Muñoz, the acting director of the Office of Emergency Management, has been nominated by Whitmire to be the 37th Chief of the Houston Fire Department.
Texarkana Band Teacher Gets 25 Years in Prison for Sexually Exploiting Students
Brandon Sams used social media and messaging apps to groom minors at his school for illegal sexual activity.
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University of Texas Professor Claims ‘Wealthy White Men’ Most Likely to ‘Violate’ Others
Professor Kirsten Bradbury said the demographic “can get away with the most wrongdoing.”
Growing Numbers of ‘Got-aways’ Increase Danger for Border Residents
“It’s overwhelmingly catastrophic,” said border resident Alison Anderson.
Collin County Settles Sexual Harassment Suit Against DA’s Office
Women drop claims against Collin County officials after insurance company offers $1.75 million settlement.
Liberal Billionaire George Soros Funds Movement to Rid El Paso of Reliable Energy
The National Sunrise Movement wants to “force the government to end the reign of fossil fuel elites.”
Mesquite ISD Substitute Teacher Encouraged Students to Fight in Class
The school district fired 24-year-old Natally Garcia for arranging fights between middle school students.
Clarendon High School Band Director Busted for Giving Alcohol to Minors
“The public needs to be able to trust a teacher will be a guardian for our kids.” —Donley County Sheriff Butch Blackburn
Llano County Library Returns Explicit Books to Shelves
After library employees removed inappropriate books from circulation, a judge ordered them to replace the materials.
Fort Worth Brewery Will Feature Explicit Performers at ‘Family-friendly’ Drag Show
The event’s featured performers have worn little to no clothing in past performances.
Fort Worth Venue Backs Down, Will No Longer Host ‘All-ages’ Drag Shows
Footage from a recent show revealed a cross-dressing man with his legs open and crotch exposed to children.
American Citizens Arrested for Smuggling Illegal Aliens
In just one day, Kinney County officials caught four citizens transporting illegal aliens.