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Austin Charter Amendment Election Halted
A judge called the city council’s failure to provide proper notice regarding consideration of the charter amendments a “blatant violation” of the Texas Open Meetings Act.
Midland ISD Trustee Seeks to Intervene in TEA Accountability Ratings Lawsuit
Trustee Brandon Hodges argues that time-consuming STAAR exams are “a wasted effort” without release of the A-F ratings.
17 Illegal Aliens Found Smuggled Inside Fake Lowe’s Work Truck
Several individuals were suffering from severe dehydration and required medical attention.
Lina Hidalgo’s State of Harris County Address Touts Tax Hikes
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo requested support for increasing the flood control district tax to assist with maintenance.
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Sullivan to lead Texans for Fiscal Responsibility
New organization offers vision, leadership on tax relief, spending reformsAdvocacy efforts focused on promoting sound fiscal policy among lawmakers, taxpayersAUSTIN, Texas – Unveiled in Austin today is a new organization, Texans for Fiscal Responsibility, developed...