The public hospitals are giving additional points to vendors owned by minorities or women.
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Fort Bend Independent School District’s Bond Has $133M Shortfall
The $1.2 billion bond which voters approved in May of 2023 currently has a shortfall of $133 million.
‘Drag Queen Bingo’ Targeting Children to be Hosted in Austin
Saturday’s event features drag queens who have posted sexually explicit images and videos on their social media pages.
McKinney Tables Vote on Extending Term Limits After Citizens Object
Longer term limits will not be on the May ballot, but the council may consider putting the issue to voters in November.
University of Houston to Display Pro-Abortion Idol
The 18-foot tall statute is currently scheduled for display from February 28 to October 31.
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State Board of Education Incumbent Tom Maynard Rewrites History
His primary challenger Mary Bone called his version of events into question.
Central Texas Teacher Arrested for Inappropriate Relationship with Student
Leander ISD informed parents that Michael Winters was placed on administrative leave once the district learned of the alleged sexual contact.
League City Special Election for City Council Seat Heads to Runoff
The runoff will be between firefighter Courtney Chadwell and League City Parks boardmember Ange Mertens.
Appeals Court Denies Petition to Declare Hagenbuch Ineligible for State Senate Race
A separate challenge to Hagenbuch’s residency in Texas Senate District 30 will be back in court this week.
Dallas Police Association Endorses Embattled State Rep. Frederick Frazier
Frazier has been under public scrutiny after pleading guilty to criminal mischief and no contest to two counts of attempted impersonation of a public servant.
Tarrant County Republican Party Passes Anti-DEI Resolution
The resolution calls for an end to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies in all taxpayer-funded institutions.
Family of Sex-Trafficked Teen ‘Astounded’ Assault Suspect Let Go by Dallas DA Creuzot
The trafficked girl’s mom says she’s now fighting for all the other victims.
Former Houston Mayor Spent Thousands Promoting His Legacy During Last Days in Office
Now-former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner spent thousands in taxpayer dollars and corporate donations to pay for a book and documentary of his life and tenure as mayor.
Texas School Funding at Record Levels, Districts Claim It’s Not Enough
Although the state allocated more money towards education than ever before, school districts say it’s not enough to keep up with falling enrollment rates.
Candidates Race for Open House District 97 Seat
The Fort Worth-area seat has three candidates vying for the Republican nomination.
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Katy ISD Board to Consider New Gender Policy
The new policy would prohibit staff from providing instructional materials on gender ideology and focus on parental authority.
Richardson ISD Wins Grant to Promote ‘LGBTQ+ Identity’ in Schools
The district is using the grant money to revive its on-campus Gay-Straight Alliance club, now known as the Gender & Sexuality Alliance.
Houston Teacher Accused of Recording Sex Acts with Student
KIPP East End High School teacher, Over Santiago Garcia Lopez, also worked as a political consultant.
Tarrant Appraisal District Fires IT Exec Over Latest Scandal
County and city officials are calling for Chief Appraiser Jeff Law to be next.
Bandera County GOP Censures State Rep. Andrew Murr
Murr chairs the House General Investigating Committee that brought impeachment charges against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.
South Texas School District Shuts Down, Citing COVID-19 Cases
According to the school district’s tracking, 10 staff members tested positive for the virus.
Demand Grows to Oust Tarrant Appraisal District’s Scandal-plagued Top Exec
Ousting Chief Appraiser Jeff Law may require new leadership on the TAD board.
State Troopers Rescue Abandoned Children Along Texas-Mexico Border
A DPS spokesman said troopers have recovered four abandoned children in a 24-hour period.
University of Houston To Close DEI and LGBT Offices
A university official says ‘large majority’ of programming will remain.
Amarillo City Council Fires City Manager
In a unanimous vote, the Amarillo City Council voted to cut ties with the city manager.