The university’s leadership says they received “extensive online threats” over the weekend.
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Leftist Faculty Group ‘Shocked’ by UT Austin Termination Letters to DEI Staff
The state law banning diversity, equity, and inclusion offices and hiring practices in universities went into effect in January.
Victoria Public Library Removes ‘Reading’ and ‘Literacy’ from Mission Statement
Library Advisory Board members are accusing City Manager Jesus Garza of trying to silence citizens’ concerns.
$280 Million Bond on the Ballot in Sulphur Springs ISD
Voters previously rejected two different bonds offered on the ballots in 2022.
University of Texas at Dallas Eliminates More Than 20 DEI-Related Jobs
UTD’s President Dr. Richard C. Benson says any employees affected will be able to apply for other positions at the university.
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Klein ISD Teacher Jailed for Allegedly Sex Trafficking Students with Son
Klein Cain High School teacher Kedria Grigsby and her son Roger Magee are in Harris County Jail.
Houston-area Lawmakers Call for a Hearing on Houston ISD
The requested hearing is intended to address potential violations of state law, what evidence points to the new superintendent’s education model being effective, and students with disabilities not receiving state-mandated accommodations.
Republican Runoff Candidates Consider ‘Contract with Texas’
Keresa Richardson, who is challenging freshman State Rep. Frederick Frazier for House District 61, signed a similar contract created by Collin County conservative activists.
Houston Police Department Finds DNA Matches for Uninvestigated Rape Kits
Thus far, 76 rape kits tested for DNA have resulted in CODIS matches.
Pflugerville ISD Daycare Teacher Accused of Injury to a Child
Geraline Wilson Browning was allegedly caught on video with her hands around a child’s throat.
Dallas Charter Review Commission Approves Allowing Non-US Citizens to Serve on City Boards
The Dallas City Council will now decide whether to place the amendment on the ballot for voters to approve or disapprove.
Opposition to Highway Expansion Projects in Houston on the Rise
Some residents are concerned with the use of eminent domain in such projects, as well as the environmental impact.
Denton School Officials Criminally Charged for Electioneering
Citizen complaints led to first-ever criminal prosecutions of government school officials for using district resources to electioneer.
City of Dallas Considers Ranked-Choice Voting
The controversial election process is among dozens of proposed city charter amendments that may be placed on the November ballot.
Tarrant County Election Board Votes to Use Pre-numbered Ballots
Those in favor say the move is the step in the right direction to securing elections.
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Houston Police Officers Demoted, Mayoral Committee Will Review Suspended Cases
Both Mayor Whitmire and Chief Finner promised that there will be accountability once the review is complete.
North Texas Teacher Charged with Sexual Assault of a Child
David Goggins was arrested after a former student spoke out about the alleged assault.
Fort Worth-area Congressional Seat Goes to Runoff
State Rep. Craig Goldman and John O’Shea are facing off for the open U.S. House District 12 seat.
Houston Budget Faces $160m-plus Shortfall
Houston Finance Director Melissa Dubowksi told city council members to expect a shortfall of at least $160 million in the upcoming fiscal year 2025 budget.
Fredericksburg Moms Host Wholesome Book Fair
Gillespie County Moms for Liberty held a week-long event with new vendor SkyTree Book Fairs.
Princeton ISD Removes 100+ ‘Inappropriate’ Library Books
School board trustees took action to remove the books from circulation for review following an audit by Citizens Defending Freedom.
Lewisville ISD Drag Teacher Resigns
The teacher was exposed by Libs of TikTok last month.
Harris County District Attorney Ousted by Soros-backed Challenger Sean Teare
Incumbent District Attorney Kim Ogg lost by a nearly 50 point margin.
Gillespie County Republicans Successfully Hand-count Primary Ballots
Following months of preparation, hundreds of volunteers helped count thousands of paper ballots within 24 hours.
Attorney General Ken Paxton Sued 7 School Districts for Electioneering
Paxton filed his seventh lawsuit against a school district for illegal electioneering.