The state law banning diversity, equity, and inclusion offices and hiring practices in universities went into effect in January.
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City of Houston and Fire Department Reach Deal
The city plans to pay $656.5 million to settle the eight-year labor dispute.
Conroe Councilmen Could Be Booted Off May Ballot
Candidate applications filed by Curt Maddux and Todd Yancey were not properly notarized.
Austin ISD to Host LGBT ‘Pride Week’ for Students
The school district will be hosting multiple activities for its students to promote LGBT ideology.
Houston Mayor Announces Police Review Task Force Members
The committee is meant to collect data, review the Houston Police Department’s work, ensure transparency, and report to Mayor Whitmire.
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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.
North Austin Aquatics League Allows Boys to Compete with Girls
The league updated its handbook and will now allow boys who identify as girls to compete with female swimmers.
Houston Makes Progress on Deal with Firefighters
A tentative agreement has been announced to end the city’s 8-year labor dispute with the Houston Professional Firefighters Association.
Citizens Pursue Criminal Complaint Against Denton ISD Electioneering
Submission of voter affidavits requires the local district attorney’s office to investigate the complaint.
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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.
Brazosport School Board Votes to Fire Teacher Charged with Sexually Assaulting a Student
A 12-count indictment details Brandyn Martin Hargrove’s alleged sex crimes against an underage female student starting in 2007.
Public Safety Takes Top Priority in Houston Mayor Whitmire’s First Week
Following newly sworn-in Mayor John Whitmire’s inauguration, he immediately began addressing long running local issues.
Bobby Orr Enters Race to Lead Harris County GOP
Orr says he wants to focus on electing conservatives to local offices, such as the county commissioner’s court, city councils, and school boards.