The closures are expected to save the district $35 million, providing significant relief to the $100 million budget deficit.
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McKinney ISD Trustee Fights Against School District’s Sexualization of Students
Trustee Chad Green says “hypersexualized material provided by this board and administrators to minors is truly the issue.”
University of Texas Refuses to Remove Chief Historian Despite Texas Senator’s Criticism
State Sen. Mayes Middleton criticized the university for allowing a chief historian with the state’s historical association to “re-write” Texas history.
Harris County Detention Officer Assaulted By Inmate
Accusations of underfunding law enforcement positions continue as short-staffed shifts increase danger for both inmates and detention officers.
3 Houston Mayoral Candidates Violated Campaign Finance Laws
Three Democrat candidates accepted donations from contractors after the city had awarded contracts, which is prohibited by local law.
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Allen ISD Foundation Member Resigns After Caught in Underage Sex Sting
Neil Riddick (61) was greeted by a decoy posing as a 14-year-old boy that he met on Grindr, an app designed for gay sexual encounters.
Leander ISD Asks Voters to Approve $99 Million Tax Increase
The school board expects to receive 35 percent more revenue from local property taxes than last year.
Christmas-themed ‘All-ages’ Drag Show to Tour Texas
“Children SHOULD NOT be allowed to attend events like this.”
Campaign Aide Threatens to ‘Punch You’ for Not Voting for Beto O’Rourke
“If you don’t vote for Beto, I’m gonna punch you in yo’ face.”
Republicans Rally in Write-In Race for Dallas Family Court
A filing error could create opportunity in a traditionally Democrat seat.
Will Taxpayers Greenlight a $12 Million Bond for a Golf Course?
A West Texas school district is asking for $123 million in various school bonds.
University of Houston Sponsors Child Gender Mutilation Conference
The conference includes sessions on puberty blockers and sterilizing hormones.
Who’s Behind Plano ISD’s Push for Billion-Dollar Bonds
With interest, Plano’s proposed school bonds will cost local taxpayers $2.4 billion.
Activists Call on Denton District Attorney to Investigate Antifa-affiliated Group
“The tactics used by this antifa-affiliated group certainly violate numerous provisions of the Texas penal code including terroristic threat and assault by threat.” — Protect Texas Kids
Taxpayers Prevail in Lawsuit Over City of Amarillo Debt Issuance
Amarillo district court rules debt issuance for new Amarillo Civic Center invalid.
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Lily Bao Announces for Plano City Council
Community leader Lily Bao formally announces her candidacy for Plano City Council.
Arlington’s Voter-Approved Term Limits Stand
District Judge throws out “ridiculous” lawsuit aimed to stop will of the people.
What’s on May Municipal Ballots in the DFW Metroplex?
The filing deadline for local candidates is Friday, February 15.
Did Georgetown’s Mayor Threaten Reporter?
After the mayor led the city into a financial disaster, one reporter claims she was threatened for exposing the truth.
Montgomery County Cancels Tax Funded Lobby Membership
Commissioners vote to leave the Conference of Urban Counties, saving taxpayers over $17,000.
Montgomery County Commissioners Endorse Property Tax Reform
Commissioner Noack leads stand for taxpayers against other local politicians and lobbyists.
City of Dallas CFO: Property Tax Reform Threatens Public Safety
State Sen. Hancock challenged the assertion, and defended voters having a voice in their property taxes.
Commentary: Texas Municipal League’s Agenda is a Problem
Real people are suffering from property tax increases.
Shelby Williams Announces Plano City Council Campaign
Shelby Williams challenges incumbent Ron Kelley for Plano City Council, Place 5.
Commentary: Property Taxes Shouldn’t Be A Concern When Buying A House
We need property tax reform and relief.