The school board will vote this Thursday on the ratification of up to $870 million in vendor awards that have already been spent.
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Carroll ISD Plans New Offerings: Biblical Foundations, Arts, and Career Courses
One of the proposed courses includes instruction on the Bible and its impact on Western civilization, while another focuses on career prep for students.
Houston Port Commission Chairman Reappointed Amid DOJ Lawsuit
Ric Campo was unanimously reappointed to Chair the Port Commission but the Camden CEO is currently facing a lawsuit from the DOJ.
Harris County Man Allegedly Targets Ex-Girlfriend’s Family After Multiple Low-Bond Releases
A no-contact order was finally imposed after Vicente Rodriguez was repeatedly arrested for harassing the family.
Celina ISD Bus Monitor Arrested for Sexual Contact With Student
Timothy Adams is facing two felony charges.
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Medina County GOP Calls for Unity in Texas House
The local Republican party is calling upon lawmakers to unite behind State Rep. David Cook for speaker of the House.
Klein ISD Substitute Teacher Charged After Watching Pornography in Class
A judge denied the Harris County District Attorney’s request to prohibit Kenneth Hartley from contacting any minor as a condition of bond.
Chinese Companies Buy Tarrant Oil, Lobby Texas Lawmakers
The companies—tied to the Chinese Communist Party—are extracting oil all over the state, with 34 wells in Tarrant County.
Keller ISD Considers Controversial Plan to Divide District
Parents and school board members are divided in their reactions to newly revealed discussions about splitting Keller ISD into two separate districts.
Harris County’s LGBT Commission Plans to Host ‘Banned Book’ Fair
The commission plans to use the fair as a means of pushing the LGBT agenda.
Harris County Mandates Backup Power
A new amendment in the Harris County fire code seeks to prevent power outages at assisted living facilities.
Katy ISD Teacher Faces Investigation After Allegedly Assaulting 9-Year-Old Autistic Student
Katy ISD confirmed the teacher is no longer employed by the district.
Parker County GOP Calls for Unity in Texas House Speaker Race
The local party is calling on all House Republicans to unite behind David Cook for speaker.
Houston Methodist Urologist Suspended Amid Cocaine Use Allegations & Impairment Concerns
The Texas Medical Board issued the suspension while Dr. Nathan Starke’s case is being investigated.
McKinney Moves Forward With Controversial Airport Plan
Mckinney’s Planning and Zoning Commission will vote next week on a site plan for expanding the city-owned airport.
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Is Catholic Charities Helping Bring Illegal Aliens to Fort Worth Schools?
Tarrant County GOP recently revealed that the organization is working with the school district to bring illegal alien children into the school district.
Deadly Terrorist Attack Sparks Security Warnings Ahead of Houston’s Chevron Marathon
Security concerns have many former law enforcement professionals urging increased caution and preventative action.
Analysis: Shackelford County Property Taxes Are a Bright Spot Thanks to Moran ISD
Most of Shackelford County’s tax entities have lowered rates, easing the property tax burden for residents.
Bastrop County GOP Passes Resolution Disapproving of State Rep. Stan Gerdes
If Gerdes does not support State Rep. David Cook for House Speaker, the county party says that they will censure him.
Lawsuit Seeks May Election for ‘Vacant’ Harris County Commissioner Seat
Candidate Richard Vega claims Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia vacated his position when he accepted a conflicting government job.
Alvin ISD Trustees Bypass Committee Process to Rebuild Tornado-Ravaged School
The district argued that urgent need supersedes the rules.
Fentanyl Deaths Surge Nearly 500% in Harris County
Harris County Public Health reports an alarming rise in fentanyl deaths in conjunction with the timeline of the border crisis.
North Texas Activist Is Latest to Die in Tarrant County Jail
Mason Yancy was the ninth person to die in Tarrant County Jail custody this year.
Galveston County Sheriff’s Office Reports Mass Officer Exodus Ahead of New Administration
The number of officers retiring currently stands at 21, collectively representing 724 years of law enforcement experience.
Analysis: On Average, San Augustine Taxing Entities Lower Taxes
For the most part, one East Texas county balanced rising property values with efforts to keep taxes predictable.