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Houston Approves $12.4 Million to Rescue Trash and Recycling Operations
The Solid Waste Department attributed the crisis to aging, deteriorating equipment.
Three Suspects With Immigration Detainers Arrested in Dallas County
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has flagged the individuals as possible illegal aliens.
Houston ISD Nearly Fully Staffed With Just 19 Teacher Vacancies
This marks a sharp decline in vacancies and represents a significant milestone in Houston ISD’s staffing efforts.
Patrick-Backed THC Ban Passes Senate
The THC ban passed the Senate again despite an earlier veto by Gov. Abbott.
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Tarrant County Judge Reassures Voters Election Security Measures Are in Place
In anticipation of the November General Election, Tarrant County has made changes to tighten election security and increase transparency in the process. Tarrant County Judge Tim O’Hare posted a list of the new security measures his county is taking for the general...
Specialists Push House Lawmakers to Address Cyber Attack Risks on State Infrastructure
Lawmakers in the Texas House held a hearing Wednesday on the threat of cyber attacks from foreign adversaries. The Select Committee on Securing Texas From Hostile Foreign Organizations sought to address growing concerns surrounding the state’s preparedness for...
Huffines Foundation: ‘Texas Should End Forced Medicalization With Fluoride’
Following a federal judge’s ruling that the Environmental Protection Agency should regulate to a greater extent the addition of fluoride into drinking water, one organization is calling on Texas to end the practice. Adding fluoride into public drinking water began in...
Texas Prisons Ban Sexually Explicit Content While Schools Keep It Accessible
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice bans sexually explicit books from state prisons, but some public school libraries enable children to access those same books. According to TDCJ’s policy, inmates are not allowed to obtain magazines or books that contain...
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Patterns of Negligence: Guzman’s Story at Georgetown ISD
A mother said she viewed a Georgetown ISD recording of her special needs daughter being assaulted by her teacher. This is part two of a three-article series of allegations from families who have attended Georgetown ISD. Texas Scorecard asked the district for comment...
Texas’ Ban on Paid Vote Harvesting Remains in Effect for November Election
A state ban on paid vote harvesting will remain in effect for the November 2024 General Election after a federal appellate court blocked a lower court judge’s ruling. District Court Judge Xavier Rodriguez issued an order last month enjoining enforcement of Texas’ law...
TxTag Shifting to Harris County: Will Drivers Face Higher Costs and Tougher Penalties?
The TxTag system for toll roads is ending after years of drivers facing persistent billing issues. However, the transfer of the tolling system to a new agency is sparking fresh concerns. TxTag, an automatic toll road payment system, operates statewide but is primarily...
Suspended Superintendent Sues Grand Prairie ISD, Alleges Racial Bias
UPDATED October 16 with a statement from the district. Embattled Superintendent Jorge Arredondo is fighting back against Grand Prairie Independent School District’s plans to terminate his employment after just a few months on the job, alleging he is the target of...
Texas GOP Endorses Conservatives in Key Local Races
As Texans prepare to vote in the upcoming November election, the Republican Party of Texas is again endorsing conservative candidates running in critical local races across the state. The Texas GOP endorsed 20 candidates from four counties: Harris, Maverick,...