Chris Rector, who won a Republican precinct chair position, is suing the party after being deemed administratively ineligible.
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Fort Worth Venue Will Allow Children to Attend Drag Show
Red Goose Saloon says that while they recommend the show be for ages 16-plus, they will allow children younger to attend.
School Trustee Suspended from X After Exposing Inappropriate Books in District Libraries
Fort Bend ISD Trustee David Hamilton said the reason for the suspension wasn’t explained.
Dallas College Reportedly Broke State Law Banning DEI in Higher Education
The community college had multiple job listings mandating that employees advance or adhere to DEI policies as a condition of employment.
City of Houston and Fire Department Reach Deal
The city plans to pay $656.5 million to settle the eight-year labor dispute.
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State Rep. Jacey Jetton Unseated by Matt Morgan
The impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton was a featured issue in this race.
Mike Olcott Wins Primary Election Against State Rep. Glenn Rogers
This primary election was a rematch from 2022.
State Rep. Travis Clardy Loses Primary Election to Joanne Shofner
The anti-school choice incumbent faced considerable opposition for his vote record on educational freedom.
Brent Money Unseats State Rep. Jill Dutton
Dutton won the vacant seat in a special election only two months ago.
Dallas ISD Superintendent Encourages Parents and Staff to Vote in the Primaries
Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde wrote in a news release that this election is “perhaps the most important for public education in Texas history.”
Marlin Moms Threatened by State Senator’s Law Firm for Complaining About School District
Parents are now suing Marlin ISD after State Sen. Royce West’s law firm threatened to sue them for defamation.
Fort Bend ISD Library Books Feature Sexually Explicit, Anti-Religious Themes
Five books in Fort Bend ISD school libraries contain sexually explicit and anti-Christian material.
El Paso Teacher Charged with Improper Relationship With Student
Ryan Anthony Avalos’ relationship with the student allegedly began in November 2023.
George Soros Funds Harris County District Attorney Challenger
Soros is turning his attention to the Harris County District Attorney’s race between incumbent Kim Ogg and Sean Teare.
Another Austin Drag Show Targets Children
The Austin Public Library is a partner for the event.
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After Delay, Harris County Set to Begin Guaranteed Basic Income Program`
Currently a pilot program using federal funding, local officials may look to taxpayers to continue the program in the future.
Tarrant County Invites Skeptics to Test Voting Equipment
Elections Administrator Clint Ludwig encouraged local voters to try to “cheat” the system during Thursday’s logic and accuracy testing.
Powerful Local Positions on the Woodlands February Ballot
The Residential Design Review Committee reviews property owner application submissions for updates or improvements that they want to do on their private property, and it has the power to accept or reject these proposed changes.
Human Smuggler Causes $150K in Damage Driving Through Private Property
The smuggler was attempting to evade law enforcement with several illegal aliens in tow and has yet to be caught.
Fights Over Candidate’s Eligibility Face Delays as Deadlines Approach
GOP primary candidates Carrie de Moor and Jace Yarbrough say opponent Brent Hagenbuch doesn’t live in Senate District 30. Consultant Allen Blakemore says he does.
Texas Rancher Calls Biden Administration ‘Traitors’
Wayne King’s response comes as the border crisis continues and citizens feel ignored by federal leadership.
Dallas Independent School District Publicizes Guide Advising Students on Gender Mutilation
The document provides students with resources on how to socially, legally, and medically change their gender.
North Texas Senate Race Sparks Fight Over Candidate Residency Requirements
Three Republican primary candidates for Senate District 30 are challenging the eligibility of Brent Hagenbuch, who documents indicate lives outside the district.
$5 Million Price Tag for New Harris County Commissioners Court
Four years and $5 million ago, Former Commissioner Steve Radak called the project an “absolute waste of money.”
Open Season on Fort Worth-Area Congressional Seat
With the retirement of U.S. Rep. Kay Granger, five Republican candidates are vying for the position.