HISD is asking voters to approve a historic $4.4 billion bond this November, the largest bond package in Texas history.
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Democrats Seek to Turn Texas Blue in Fort Worth Mayoral Race
Democrats and far-left line up in support of Deborah Peoples.
‘Defund Police’ Dallas Council Members Ran From Their Records
Citizens gain more influence in Dallas.
Granger Establishment Faction Pushing to Circumvent Tarrant Voters
The fight for control of Panther Island continues.
How to Protest Your Property Appraisal
You are empowered to fight your rising property tax bill.
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Trump Jr. Wades Into Republican Primary Runoff
Trump Jr. calls on North Texas and West Texas voters to back retired Rear Admiral Ronny Jackson for Congress.
Harris County Appoints Democrat Party Official to Head Elections
Texas Democrat Party vice chair Chris Hollins replaces County Clerk Diane Trautman, who resigned last week amid mail-ballot controversies.
Austin Health Official Recommends Cancelling All 2020 Large Events, Despite Unclear Forecasting
Despite saying forecasting “beyond a month or two is very challenging,” the local government official predicted an outlook through the end of December.
Higher Property Taxes for Dallas Taxpayers: School Districts
School property tax bills still grew for most homeowners, despite state lawmakers passing tax “relief” in 2019.
Questionable Development Deal for Democrat Senate Candidate’s Son Heading for a Vote
City staff faced questions about why council members have had to fight for information, and Roddrick West struggled to answer certain questions about his own project.
Texas Congressional Candidate Blasts Obama-Era Illegal Surveillance of Trump Campaign
Congressional candidate Ronny Jackson‘s statement has drawn fire from former Obama-era officials and the national media over his scathing criticism of the controversial surveillance conducted on the Trump presidential campaign. Now, Jackson is firing back.
Will Dallas County Raise Property Taxes Again?
Despite the budget office revealing an over $18 million revenue shortfall from the coronavirus economic shutdown, the county appears prepared to tax and spend even more money.
Clay Jenkins Repeatedly Rebuked by Dallas County Commissioners
Dallas County’s commissioners restricted Clay Jenkins’ authority for a third time and prohibited him from issuing executive orders.
6 Vying for Important Central Texas Senate Seat in Special Election
After longtime Democrat Sen. Kirk Watson vacated the seat this year, candidates of opposite ideologies are competing to control it.
South Texas Mayor’s Voter Fraud Trial Delayed Again
Edinburg Mayor Richard Molina’s trial on felony charges of organized election fraud and illegal voting is postponed past June due to the coronavirus.
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Local Voice Prevails Against Waste, Eminent Domain
Something bizarre happened at a recent Colleyville City Council meeting; dissent amongst local officials. In...
Are ISDs Breaking The Law?
Instead of spending tremendous capital in efforts to “transform” public education in alleged conflict with state law, districts should find ways to help their teachers develop innovative ways to align curriculum with state guidelines.
Empower Texans Sets Stage for Court Challenge to TEC Rules
Attorneys argue statute, Commission rules unconstitutional Austin, TX— In a hearing before the Texas Ethics...
“Common” Concern In Coppell ISD
Texas is in the midst of a local debt epidemic, one that’s primarily driven by bonds issued by government...
Lack of Competition Enabled “Re-purp-licans”
Gerrymandering and other demographic factors make the majority of general elections between opposing parties effectively noncompetitive.
Ralph Hall Makes History…Will Texans Take Notice?
Perhaps one of the biggest upsets in May’s runoff’s elections was Rep. Ralph Hall’s loss to his Republican...
Conservatives win in Texas, that’s hardly a Tea Party takeover
What didn’t happen Tuesday night in the GOP runoffs: The Tea Party didn’t “takeover” Texas despite the...
The Education Debt Industrial Complex
Spring means it’s bond season in Texas. May brings warmer weather and the opportunity to further indenture...
Educrat “Rolling Polling” Scam Exposed
The Dallas Morning News’ recent article cited the “overwhelming” voter approval of historically large bond...
When Surrender is Not ‘Selfless’
Yesterday, at a University of Texas Regents meeting, Regent Alex Cranberg compared legislative and media...