Chavez was out on bond for four separate felonies when he was arrested in connection with a murder.
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Round Rock ISD Board Member’s Radical Views on Display in 2020 Forum
The school board’s vice president moderated a taxpayer-financed book discussion on “How to Be an Antiracist” by Henry Rogers.
Prosper ISD Responds to Lawsuit over Students Sexually Abused by Bus Driver
The district claims it isn’t responsible due to governmental immunity.
Central Texas Superintendent Under Investigation Gets Bonus From School Board
“I view this motion to extend the superintendent’s contract as an inflammatory move and disrespectful to the voters who will weigh in on this matter in 45 short days.”
Alexandra Mealer Promises to Prioritize Public Safety in Harris County
The GOP candidate for Harris County judge calls out the lawlessness of current County Judge Lina Hidalgo.
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North Texas School District Moves to Restrict Citizens’ Voices
Board member says board meeting is “not a public meeting.”
Citizen Activists’ Recommendations in North Texas Runoff Elections
The far-left and grassroots are battling in important local elections.
Central Texas County DA’s Office ‘Looking to Prosecute Police Officers’
Real justice or just targeting political enemies?
Exclusive Interview: Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson on Crime and Police Accountability
“Police accountability is critical to our public safety efforts. Our community must be able to trust our police officers if we are going to reduce crime.”
Hotly Contested Local Runoffs Underway in Collin County
Candidates continue to campaign aggressively for key city council seats in Allen, Frisco, and Plano.
Leftist-Backed Candidates in Local Texas Runoff Elections
Progressives remain focused on “building the bench” to turn Texas blue.
Fort Worth Mayoral Candidate Talks Law and Order
With last year’s national unrest still at the forefront of public conversation, Mattie Parker described where she stands on law enforcement.
Parents Say Critical Race Theory Has Infiltrated North Texas School District
The district claims critical race theory is not in the curriculum, but they have found ways to continue teaching the concept.
Fort Worth Candidate’s Low Voting History in Local Elections
More issues surround Leonard Firestone.
Interview: Amarillo City Councilman Cole Stanley
New council member explains what he’s learned in his first week in office and shares his priorities for the future.
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Loophole Could Allow Houston ISD to Escape Robin Hood Payments
State law may allow some recapture payments to be used for Hurricane Harvey relief.
McKinney Mayor: I Never Said I Was Against Forced Annexations
McKinney Mayor George Fuller says voters who thought he supported private property rights took his comments out of context.
Brownsville City Commissioner De Leon Resigns
Brownsville City Commissioner At-Large “A” resigns after leaked audio-recording destroys his political career.
Brownsville Residents Demand the Resignation of Commissioner
Brownsville residents call for the resignation of Commissioner Cesar De Leon in response to his racist and derogatory comments leaked in an audio recording.
State Representative To Sue Local Republican Party?
Members of the Cherokee County Republican Party executive committee sought to censure their State Representative for his failure to support the Republican Party of Texas platform. In response, a lawsuit against the County Party Chair and executive committee?
Property Owners To Mesquite City Council: Stop The Land Grab
Kaufman County landowners continue to speak out against the City of Mesquite’s plans to forcibly annex them before a new law ending the practice takes effect.
Houston Controller Raises Concerns Over $60 Million Contract
A $60 million debris removal contract has drawn the attention of the Houston City Controller.
Mesquite Land Grab Has Property Owners Fighting Mad
Kaufman County landowners say they’ll fight “until the end” the City of Mesquite’s plans to forcibly annex them before a new law ending the practice takes effect.
Houston Mayor Backs Down on Tax Increase
After receiving state aid, Houston mayor Sylvester Turner backed down on his tax increase proposal.
School Board Activists Push for Switch to Single Member Districts
The school board president’s own tone-deaf statement underscores activists’ motivation for bringing about the change.