Former Lewisville ISD teacher John Collett was sentenced to 20 years in prison, while ex-Nacogdoches ISD teacher Annaleigh Andrews received just two years.
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Fort Worth ISD Chooses Dr. Karen Molinar as Interim Superintendent
Molinar has served as a deputy superintendent for the district since 2020.
Venezuelan Suspects Arrested for Dallas Robbery Might Have Ties to Violent Gangs
The victim alleges the thieves beat her with a weapon and threatened to cut off her fingers if she did not comply.
Grand Prairie ISD Set to ‘Move Forward’ Against Suspended Superintendent
The district’s investigation into Superintendent Jorge Arredondo revealed “violations” of a policy prohibiting retaliation against district employees.
Fort Worth ISD to Pay Former Superintendent Nearly $1 Million
Although Angélica Ramsey’s last day as superintendent was October 1, she will continue to be paid by the district until August 30, 2025.
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‘Fire Frazier’ Website Creator Moves to Dismiss Defeated Lawmaker’s Defamation Suit
Paul Chabot filed an anti-SLAPP motion in response to State Rep. Frederick Frazier’s lawsuit.
Tarrant County Allows Leftist Organization to Register People to Vote in Taxpayer-funded Buildings
An amendment permitting voter registrars to enter county facilities will allow Battleground Texas Engagement Fund to use taxpayer-funded buildings.
Tarrant County GOP Chair Questions Mansfield City Council Over $86M Stadium
Mansfield council members say voters were informed about the potential uses of tax dollars and that there is no sinister activity taking place.
Autistic Preschooler Left on Dallas ISD Bus for Entire School Day
The 4-year-old girl was found by another bus driver and treated for dehydration.
AG Paxton Files Brief Opposing Dallas Charter Amendments
The amicus brief states the proposed amendments presented to Dallas voters run afoul of Texas Supreme Court precedent.
Paxton Follows Through on Lawsuit Against Dallas for State Fair Gun Ban
Earlier this month, fair organizers announced new safety regulations, including a blanket ban on all firearms even for licensed carriers.
Texas Association of School Boards Criticizes Tarrant County Tax Relief Plan
TASB says the county’s plan to help taxpayers save money would jeopardize local school districts.
Fort Worth Mayor Calls on Declining School District to Make Changes
Fort Worth ISD student test scores have been consistently lagging behind other large Texas school districts.
Tarrant County College Trustees Hold ‘Rogue Staff’ Accountable for Breaking State Law Prohibiting DEI Training
Training materials were never brought into compliance with Senate Bill 17, according to one college trustee.
Mckinney ISD Trustees Reject Policy to Protect Young Girls
Trustee Chad Green motioned to protect girls’ sports and spaces in the district, but the other six trustees shut down his proposal.
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Denton Mom Escalates Challenge to ‘Transgender’ Books in Elementary School
Citizens Defending Freedom and attorney Mitch Little are joining the fight against unsuitable books in Denton ISD.
State Rep. Holland Faces Challengers in House District 33
Another Republican incumbent in the Texas House faces a formidable primary challenge.
Fort Worth ISD To Make Staff, Budget Cuts
Superintendent Angélica Ramsey said only non-instructional staff will be affected by the cuts.
North Texas Conservatives Organize to Defeat Dade Phelan
Activists are heading to East Texas to help Speaker Phelan’s GOP primary challenger David Covey.
Dallas Will Vote on $1.25 Billion of City Bond Debt in May Special Election
Dallas City Council members voted 14-1 to put the property tax-backed bond debt on the ballot in a lower-turnout May election.
Libs of TikTok Exposes Drag Teacher in Lewisville ISD
A photo shows the male science teacher sporting a sparkly red dress and high heeled shoes at the school’s prom.
Fort Worth ISD Poised to Approve Controversial Sex Ed Curriculum
Advocacy group Texas Values is calling on parents to take action against the “Choosing the Best” sex education curriculum.
State Rep. Glenn Rogers and Challenger Mike Olcott to Face Off in Republican Primary
This race will serve as a rematch after Rogers narrowly defeated Olcott in 2022.
Dallas City Council Set to Move $1.25 Billion Bond to May Ballot
Wednesday’s meeting is the city council’s last chance to put bond propositions on the May ballot before the February 16 deadline.
McKinney Tables Vote on Extending Term Limits After Citizens Object
Longer term limits will not be on the May ballot, but the council may consider putting the issue to voters in November.