The elementary school teacher was arrested at a conference in Plano.
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“Pro-Life” Granger Refuses to Stand for Tinslee Lewis
The embattled Fort Worth congresswoman dodges a question about the life of the 1-year-old baby under siege in her city.
Congressional District 11 Candidate Interview: Robert Tucker
In a continuing series of one-on-one interviews with the candidates running for Texas’ 11th Congressional District, Texas Scorecard sits down with Robert Tucker to discuss his campaign for Congress.
Is Judge Jesse Nevarez Biased About Upcoming Judge Alex Kim Decision?
Social media posts and photos raise questions on whether Nevarez is being influenced by powerful parties ahead of his important Tarrant County vote.
Austin’s Streets are Becoming Dangerous
Businesses are leaving, citizens are angry, and the progressive-run city council keeps threatening the public’s safety.
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Taxpayers May Finally Get Answers on Billion-Dollar Bungle
Long-overdue audit of Fort Worth’s Panther Island boondoggle has begun.
Will Frisco Voters OK Adding $345M to City’s Billion-Dollar Debt?
With the May ballot, Frisco voters will decide if they want even higher city property taxes to pay for more debt.
Vice President Mike Pence Visits West Texas
Vice President Mike Pence reinforces the administration’s support of American Energy during a visit to Midland.
Leftist Activist Under Investigation
Member of leftist coalition which proposed controversial reforms of Dallas’ Citizens Police Review Board accused of assault.
Ector County GOP Hosts Candidate Forum
A candidate forum in Odessa saw examples of statesmanship and politics.
Did Taxpayers Pay for Free Showerheads?
Fifth-graders at Benbrook Elementary received boxes of goodies from Tarrant Regional Water District, but who paid for them?
Billion-Dollar Debt on Dallas County Ballot
Dallas County Community College District is asking for another $1.1 billion in property tax-backed spending and debt in the May election.
GCISD President Pardo’s “Funny” Property Values Called Out
Gov. Abbott and State Sen. Hancock speak out on school board president’s suspicious lack of increase in property taxes.
Corruption and Controversy Unfolds Among City Officials in Robert Lee
Misappropriation of funds within the City of Robert Lee leads to more controversy amongst city officials.
Commentary: No Property Tax Increases for School Board President?
Data from the Tarrant County Appraisal District shows that while our taxes have gone up, Pardo’s haven’t.
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Stafford’s Stink
When liberal editorial page editors make endorsements, particularly in a Republican Primary, one has to expect to wear waders and a nose clip. But the Dallas Morning News’ endorsement of Charles Stafford of Denton reeks of bad ideas that he apparently stunk up all by himself.
Haggerty the Benevolent
Nothing’s quite so distasteful in our democratic republic as an autocratic politician who demands that his every word and action be seen as benevolent kindness by those over whom he rules, er, represents. Such is the case with El Paso’s Pat Haggerty.
Vote on Whether Dallas Taxpayer Dollars Should Pay for Hotel
The Dallas City Council voted on February 13 to enter into a lease-purchase agreement under which taxpayer dollars would subsidize a convention center hotel. The Dallas Business Journal has an online poll in which you can vote on whether this is an appropriate use of taxpayer money.
Who Loves Charlie Geren?
Texas’ illegal aliens — he has been their go-to Republican. Check out the YouTube Valentine’s message.
Fools Soon Part You from Your Money
Who do Collin County officials think they’re fooling anyway? Apparently, everyone.
Can’t Count on Administrators
I had begun to feel a great sense of pride in my hometown over the last several months. It seemed that Wimberley ISD – where I graduated High School in 2005 – was poised to do something I would never expect a bunch of educrats to do; stand up for taxpayers.Â
Happiness Is Lubbock, Texas…
The old rock-country hit "Happiness is Lubbock, Texas, in My Rearview Mirror" had a tender, sappy-sweet quality to it. But sitting in the Lubbock airport after a great day visiting with our supporters and friends here in the Panhandle, we’re happy to report that Lubbock is just, generally, a great place to be. We’re sorry the Southwest flight is coming so quickly.
Polland For Senate? Hope So!
Last week’s announcement that State Sen. Kyle Janek of Houston isn’t seeking re-election has opened the gates of candidates rumored, potential and real. One name that’s surfaced is Gary Polland, a long-time conservative activist who lets his professional life (he’s a lawyer) fund his passion for right-thinking politics.
Please Call Again
According to KSAT, a San Antonio television station, more than 1,000 calls were made to the Bexar County courthouse by folks asking where to vote on this Super Tuesday. Of course, Texas’ primary isn’t held until March 4 — a month away.
The Grass is Always Greener…
On Wednesday the Houston City Council voted 9-5 in favor of an ordinance giving businesses the right to build electrified fences, which were previously forbidden.