A new ordinance sets registration, safety, and tax requirements for short-term rentals such as Airbnb and VRBO properties.
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El Paso Implements Taxpayer-funded Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Board
For some Texans, these ordinances stand as a warning to the rest of the state to protect their children.
Carroll ISD Considers Texans for Excellence in Education as TASB Alternative
Trustees said it would be “disingenuous” to keep sending taxpayer dollars to an organization that pushes ideologies the community overwhelmingly rejected.
Six Flags Arlington Reportedly Fails to Enforce Age Restriction for Explicit Drag Shows
Despite adding an age restriction to their Pride Month drag shows, a video was posted on social media of a show where children appeared to be present.
South Texas LGBT Groups Promote ‘Gender Diversity’ in Public Schools
Local officials, teachers, and a Balenciaga model lead these city-sponsored organizations.
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Runoff Preview: Hill and Schatzline Fight for House District 93
Laura Hill and Nate Schatzline compete to represent North Texans in the state House.
Round Rock ISD Parents Sue School Board After ‘Unconstitutional’ Arrests
“Their concerted actions have demonized and suppressed certain people who advocate for children and their own rights as citizens.”
Runoff Preview: Klick and Lowe Battle Over House District 91
Stephanie Klick and David Lowe compete to represent North Texas in the state House.
Wylie Citizens’ Group Calls for Conservative School District Budget
We The People Wylie and Murphy challenge school board trustees to rein in spending and property taxes.
Round Rock Superintendent Still Under Criminal Investigation
Meanwhile, the “Bad Faith Five” gear up to again target pro-citizen trustees for raising questions about the superintendent.
Runoff Preview: Kitzman and Stephenson Face Off for House District 85
Stan Kitzman and incumbent Phil Stephenson compete to represent Central Texas in the state House.
Runoff Preview: Glasheen and Tepper Clash for House District 84
David Glasheen and Carl Tepper compete to represent West Texas in the state House.
Runoff Preview: Casteel and Isaac Fight for House District 73
Barron Casteel and Carrie Isaac compete to represent Central Texas in the state House.
Runoff Preview: Bowlin and Jolly Clash for House District 70
Eric Bowlin and Jamee Jolly compete to represent North Texas in the state House.
School Districts Purchase Explicit Books With Tax Dollars
Austin ISD and Dallas ISD purchased multiple sexually explicit books for middle and high school students.
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Outgoing UT Chancellor Approves Luxury Travel for Campus Presidents
The UT System will now subsidize luxurious travel for campus officials, while President Fenves makes a $750,000/year salary + benefits at taxpayers’ expense.
Amid Turmoil, HISD Considers $1.7B Bond
HISD is weighing a nearly $2 billion bond for an upcoming ballot.
North Texas Sheriffs Roll Out Criminal Interdiction Unit
North Texas sheriffs share initial results of a multi-agency initiative to intercept drugs and other contraband trafficked along smuggling routes through the region.
Administrative Stall on Houston Petition Should Draw More Concern
Houston’s mayor is making it harder for citizens to petition their government.
Bay City Officials Ignore Charter, Residents Fight Back
Bay City residents are accusing local officials of disregarding the city’s charter.
Mayor of Frisco May Profit Off PGA Deal
Sources say Mayor Jeff Cheney will recuse himself from voting on a taxpayer-funded development, due to a conflict of interest.
Electric Scooters Return to Austin With Big Government Regulations
The City of Austin has imposed a wide-ranging set of egregious regulations on the fledgling industry.
County Takes $32K Loss on Doobie Brothers Concert
Midland County residents are out $32,000 after a tax-subsidized Doobie Brothers concert failed to recoup funds.
Voter Fraud Alleged in East Texas Democrat Primary
Gregg County officials announced that allegations of illegal mail ballot harvesting in the May 2018 Democratic primary are under review by the Texas Attorney General’s office.
Former Crystal City Manager Receives 35 Years in Prison for Public Corruption
Almost a year since conviction, the federal government begins sentencing several participants in a bribery and public corruption scandal in the small town of Crystal City.