Lily Janek taught at Mullin ISD in Brownwood.
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North Texas Teacher Arrested for Assaulting 4-year-old Child
Linda Dueer was allegedly caught swinging the child against the wall and slapping him.
Carroll ISD Sues Biden Administration Over Title IX Rewrite
The lawsuit asserts that the new rule will impose long-term harm on Carroll ISD, including staff, students, and parents.
Texas Education Agency Investigates Complaint into Houston ISD Superintendent
The complaint alleges that Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles’ charter school network was using Texas tax dollars to subsidize financially struggling schools in Colorado.
Dallas City Council to Consider Resolution Condemning Border Security Legislation
The resolution calls on the state legislature to find solutions that prioritize public safety and respect the city’s diverse communities.
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North Texas City Recognizes January as ‘Sanctity of Life Month’
Rowlett’s proclamation mirrors President Ronald Reagan’s declaration of National Sanctity of Human Life Day.
New Braunfels Library Advisory Board Allows Inappropriate Books to Remain on Library Shelves
The board is also considering new policies and procedures that would remove the city council and mayor as the deciding factors, leaving some decisions entirely to the board.
Disgraced Former Police Chief Returning to Austin
Interim City Manager Jesus Garza is hiring former Austin Police Chief Art Acevedo for a new assistant city manager position to help oversee and advise the police department.
Round Rock ISD Awards $20,000 Bonus to Superintendent Under a Restraining Order
The saga continues in Round Rock Independent School District as the school board continues to reward its disgraced superintendent.
Fort Worth Police Plan to Aggressively Pursue Arrests in Fentanyl-related Deaths
Sgt. Benjamin Scott Banes said Fort Worth saw an average of three fatal fentanyl poisonings weekly in 2023 alone.
Permian Basin LGBT Group to Host ‘All Ages’ Party Featuring Drag Queens
Saturday’s Barbie-themed “Pink Party” is being held at I Love My Selfie in Midland.
Harris County’s Guaranteed Basic Income Program May Be in Jeopardy
State Sen. Paul Bettencourt has asked the attorney general to look into the legality of such a program.
Republican Primary Election for House District 128 Seat Heats Up
Incumbent State Rep. Briscoe Cain is being challenged by local activist Bianca Gracia.
Willis Independent School District Proposes New Bonds Totaling $218.1 Million
The district is asking voters to approve additional debt and a new tax increase only two years after voters approved a $143 million bond proposition.
McKinney Mayor Pushes Plan to Extend City Officials’ Term Limits
The proposed city charter amendment would allow Mayor Fuller to seek a third four-year term next year.
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Dallas Citizens Asked to Give Political Influence to Noncitizens
District 11 city council candidate Barry Wernick stands for citizen representation in city government.
Dallas City Council Candidates Endorsed by Black Lives Matter Activist
Supporter of police overtime cut looks for more influence from city hall.
Austinites Face Pivotal Vote to Stop Homeless Lawlessness, Restore Public Safety
“Everyone should ask: Is our community safe? … Do we want this madness to end?”
True Texas Project Releases Citizen Recommendations in North Texas Elections
Citizen activists give more than 100 recommendations before the May local elections.
Dallas Gripped by Fear of Black Lives Matter Rioters
Nation awaits jurors’ decision in Derek Chauvin trial as memories of 2020 riots hover over Dallas City Council elections.
Fort Worth Mayoral Candidate Parker Announces Support for Election Integrity
Brian Byrd remains silent, while other candidates have made their position known.
Austin Bike Shop That Censored Police in 2020 Gets Robbed in 2021
Ironic and unsurprising.
Frisco School Board President Scolds Citizens: ‘This Is Our Meeting’
Citizens say Frisco parents and taxpayers deserve more respect.
Local Officials Write Your Property Tax Bill
Not all the blame rests on the appraisal districts.
Fort Worth Mayoral Candidates Side Against Election Integrity
Steve Penate sides with citizens to make elections more secure.