Matthan Lough taught at Pioneer Technology and Arts Academy, but his alleged grooming occurred at the Christian Center of Mesquite.
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Plano ISD Sued for Failing To Disclose Mold Information
Plaintiffs say the district has failed to respond to a public information request about mold hazards in Plano schools for nearly two months.
Failed Redistricting Suits Prompt Democrat Run for Tarrant Judge
Democrat Precinct 2 Commissioner Alisa Simmons now aims to challenge Republican Tarrant County Judge Tim O’Hare in a countywide race.
Fourth Lawsuit Filed Against Celina ISD, Coach Caleb Elliott
Another 17 families are accusing the district of gross negligence for enabling Elliott’s illicit locker room recording of male students.
Democrats Drop Challenge to Tarrant’s Republican Redistricting
The new county commissioners court precinct map remains in effect for the March 2026 primaries and beyond.
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Dallas County DA Not Pursuing Death Penalty Against Illegal Alien Accused of Motel Beheading
John “Let-em-Go” Creuzot is notorious for being soft on criminals.
Third Lawsuit Filed in Celina ISD Locker Room Recording Scandal
Two more families are suing the district and Moore Middle School coach Caleb Elliott.
Sanger ISD Police Officer Accused of Misconduct With Student
Sanger city police launched a criminal investigation into the the now-suspended school employee.
Celina Police Department Concludes Criminal Investigation Into Caleb Elliott
Chief Cullison is awaiting any new evidence that may emerge from civil litigation.
Celina ISD Coach Hit With Federal Child Exploitation Charges
Now-former Moore Middle School coach Caleb Elliott faces eight federal felony charges of sexually exploiting children on top of three prior state charges.
Islamic-focused EPIC City Rebrands as The Meadow
Property for the proposed community is located in unincorporated areas of Collin and Hunt counties.
Texas Rangers Join Investigation of Collinsville ISD Coach
Baseball coach Derrick Jenkins has been on leave since October 20 over alleged grooming of students.
Coach in ‘Pass the Trash’ Controversy Resigns From Celina ISD
Wrestling coach Neil Phillips was hired by Celina after resigning from Melissa ISD amid misconduct allegations.
After Meme Arrest, Hood County Sheriff Solicits More Social Media Complaints
Sheriff Deeds’ announcement comes days after a citizen was arrested for a social media post.
Mount Pleasant Teacher Accused of Sex Crimes Against Student
JaQuaven Rogers was a special education teacher’s aide at Wallace Middle School but has since been fired.
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Hood County Sheriff Arrests Man for Social Media Posts
The man’s defense attorney said he has never seen anyone arrested for “posting a meme.”
Celina ISD Coach Faces Third Arrest as More Families Join Lawsuit
A dozen families are now part of the original lawsuit against the district and Caleb Elliott, who faces a new felony charge of sexual performance by a child.
Ferris ISD Teacher Faces Felony for Child Sex Abuse Material
Welding teacher George “Mac” McAllister has since been fired.
Mesquite Academy Teacher Jailed for Child Sex Abuse Material
Chad Beery is being held in the Rockwall County Jail. Bond is set at $750,000.
Second Celina ISD Teacher Charged With Child Endangerment
Special education aide Micheale “Shelley” Clark is accused of being impaired in the classroom.
Two Lovejoy ISD Teachers on Leave Over Alleged Misconduct
Sean McMurry and Mike Rodriguez teach at Lovejoy High School.
Another Celina ISD Coach on Leave Over Alleged Misconduct
Wrestling coach Neil Phillips is accused of making sexually inappropriate comments to students in Melissa ISD, where he previously worked.
More Families Sue Celina ISD Over Locker Room Recording Scandal
The new lawsuit also names Head Coach Bill Elliott, Moore Middle School Principal Allison Ginn, and Superintendent Tom Maglisceau.
Mansfield ISD Coach Arrested for Child Sexual Assault
Jared Young is also charged with possessing and transmitting child sexual abuse material and improper relationship between educator and student.
Police Arrest Another Celina ISD Middle School Teacher
Jainya Walder was removed from class for suspected intoxication and charged with child endangerment.