County Judge Ron Massingill signed a new order for a November incorporation election after being persuaded by MARA to vacate an earlier order.
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Three Suspects With Immigration Detainers Arrested in Dallas County
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has flagged the individuals as possible illegal aliens.
Plano City Council Approves Federally Funded Community Grant Requests
The HUD funds are distributed to cities for housing and public service programs.
North Texas School Districts Implement New Policies To Improve Parental Oversight
A new state law requires that parents have access to children’s reading materials.
Parents Push Back on Schools’ New Phone-Free Policies
The state-mandated policies are meant to minimize classroom distractions, but some parents think the restrictions go too far.
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City of Dallas Accused of Enforcing 133 Ordinances in Violation of Texas Constitution
Texas Public Policy Foundation cited the violations in a letter to the Dallas City Attorney threatening legal action.
Gainesville ISD Employee Caught in Underage Sex Solicitation Sting
School maintenance worker Hunter Jordan was charged with online solicitation of a minor.
Dallas District Judge Sanctioned Twice
Judge Amber Givens was found to have violated constitutional rights and exhibited disrespect toward defendants, counsel, and fellow judges.
Acclaimed Denton ISD Choir Director Arrested for Exposing Himself to a Child
Derrick Brookins worked at Braswell High School in Denton ISD.
IRS Withholds Wages of Arlington Mayor Over Federal Tax Debt
Taxpayers reportedly question Mayor Jim Ross’ ability to lead Arlington because of issues with his personal finances.
Allen ISD Elementary Teacher Indicted for Sexual Contact With Students
Austin White was placed on leave from Preston Elementary in October 2024.
Howe ISD Head Football Coach Charged With Soliciting Sex From a Minor
Coach Andrew Harvey is Howe ISD’s athletic director.
Collin County Officials OK Purchases for Hand-Marked Balloting
Commissioners approved purchasing items required to implement a ballot-on-demand system in November.
DeSoto ISD Substitute Teacher Arrested for Sexually Assaulting Student
Bryson Newton is accused of sodomizing a child last year while teaching at Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy.
FBI Dallas Announces 109 Children Rescued, 244 Offenders Arrested in Child Exploitation Investigation
The investigation involved dozens of law enforcement agencies across Texas.
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McKinney ISD Employee Arrested for Indecency With a Child
Andrew Hansen worked in the school district’s Technology Department and had access to all campuses.
School Resource Officer Accused of Past Relationship With Student
Carrollton Police Officer Cole Langston, assigned as an SRO in Lewisville ISD, is on leave pending investigation of allegations tied to a former Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD student.
Blue Ridge Disannexes Muslim-owned Properties
A new city council voted to undo past annexations but keep the sites of planned Islamic developments in the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction.
Tarrant County GOP Censures State Rep. John McQueeney
If the State Republican Executive Committee upholds the censure, McQueeney may be denied a place on the GOP primary ballot in 2026.
Irving Voters Add Casino Opponent to City Council
Another anti-casino candidate is headed to a June runoff.
Collin County Lawmaker Addresses EPIC City Development Scheme
State Rep. Candy Noble’s bill would protect home buyers from “creative” ownership arrangements and remove some fair housing religious exemptions.
Kemp ISD Teacher Charged With Sexually Grooming Student
Ryan Hedges taught at Kemp High School.
Mesquite ISD’s $600 Million Bond Would Cost $1.1 Billion With Interest
School district property taxpayers are already on the hook for $979 million in bond debt principal and interest.
Former Student Accuses Azle ISD Coach of Past ‘Improper Relationship’
High school softball coach Carlos Font was arrested and charged with a felony.
Frisco Floats Controversial Performing Arts Center Bond
City officials are also asking voters to authorize using sales tax revenue for the project.