The proposal would change the language in the city charter from “citizen” to “residents” or “people.”
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Kerrville’s Proposed Anti-solicitation Law Could Violate First Amendment
Concerns of potential free speech violations are starting to grow around a proposed ordinance in a Central Texas city.
US Customs and Border Patrol Seizes Largest Narcotics Shipment at Port of Entry
A trailer carrying six tons of methamphetamine was stopped at the Eagle Pass Port of Entry.
Former Katy ISD Coach Gets Jail Time for Sexual Contact with Student
Paetow High School football coach Lonnie Teagle was accused of “spanking” teenage girls at school.
Denison ISD Applauds State Representative for Opposing School Choice
The district’s homepage thanked local State Rep. Reggie Smith for continually opposing school choice during the recent special sessions.
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Dallas Will Vote on $1.25 Billion of City Bond Debt in May Special Election
Dallas City Council members voted 14-1 to put the property tax-backed bond debt on the ballot in a lower-turnout May election.
Libs of TikTok Exposes Drag Teacher in Lewisville ISD
A photo shows the male science teacher sporting a sparkly red dress and high heeled shoes at the school’s prom.
Fort Worth ISD Poised to Approve Controversial Sex Ed Curriculum
Advocacy group Texas Values is calling on parents to take action against the “Choosing the Best” sex education curriculum.
Harris County Appraisal District Election Will Give Voters a Voice
A voter-approved proposition in November allows for the election of appraisal district board members in Harris County, which annually appraises 1.9 million parcels of property for property tax purposes.
Dallas City Council Set to Move $1.25 Billion Bond to May Ballot
Wednesday’s meeting is the city council’s last chance to put bond propositions on the May ballot before the February 16 deadline.
Man Sentenced for Fentanyl-Related Death that Killed Central Texas Teen
Juan Ignacio Soria Gamez was sentenced to 13 years in prison for supplying a fentanyl-laced pill to 19-year-old Tucker Roe, leading to his death.
Lakewood Church Shooter Identified as Transgender
The shooter’s rifle had a sticker with the word “Palestine.”
Another Klein Teacher Busted for Child Porn
Sebastian Baraldi is the third Klein ISD teacher in three months arrested for sex crimes involving children.
East Texas Teacher Arrested for Improper Relationship Between Educator and Student
State records show Anthony Jernigan’s teaching certificate has been expired since February 2023.
Fort Bend Independent School District’s Bond Has $133M Shortfall
The $1.2 billion bond which voters approved in May of 2023 currently has a shortfall of $133 million.
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Dallas City Council Members Say Bond Program Should Be Spent on Racial Equity
Previous racial equity initiatives have been criticized for potentially being unconstitutional.
Fort Bend ISD Principal Arrested for Solicitation in Sex Trafficking Sting
Clements High School Principal James Brian Shillingburg was arrested for soliciting a prostitute.
4 Republicans Vie For Open Senate District 30 Seat
Brent Hagenbuch, Cody Clark, Jace Yarborough, and Carrie de Moor will face off in the March primary.
US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Files for Re-Election to Congress
Jackson Lee is currently facing a primary challenge from former Houston City Council member Amanda Edwards.
Texas State Sen. John Whitmire Wins Houston Mayoral Race
Whitmire faced fellow Democrat Shelia Jackson Lee in the runoff.
Shelley Luther Challenges State Rep. Reggie Smith to Rematch for House District 62
Luther also faced off with Smith in the 2022 Republican primary.
DeSoto School District Investigating Teacher Who Allegedly Assaulted Student
The school district says the teacher is currently on leave.
Houston Officials Delay Vote on Providing Citizens Relief from High Water Bills
City officials will now vote on the proposed relief next week.
Soros-Funded Bail Reform Group Linked to Austin, San Antonio Shooter
The Texas Organizing Project is known for bailing out criminals with violent histories.
Fort Worth Sees 21 Percent Increase in Human Trafficking Cases
The rise in human trafficking can be linked to the ongoing border crisis.