Across the state, microtransit firms are popping up, replacing fixed bus networks, but they might not be all they are made out to be.
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Charles Blain focuses on the issues impacting urban and suburban communities now that will shape the future of Texas for years to come. Texas Tomorrow, a show dedicated to covering the issues important to families living in the fastest growing parts of Texas.
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Are Stadiums a Worthwhile Investment?
We often hear that sports stadiums generate economic activity and are a good use of public dollars, but are...
We’ve All Heard of DEI, But Have You Heard of MWBE?
One family is suing to kill minority contracting programs in Texas by arguing that they are unconstitutional...
Why Are Local School Districts Suing?
Local school districts are suing social media companies, asking for damages and policy changes. Is yours...
Are Local Sheriffs Going to Fix the Border Crisis?
Local sheriffs and jails are right in the middle of the border debate. How will they handle it?
Do Your Legislative Priorities Align With Your City’s?
Cities across the state are rolling out legislative priorities, and not all of them are in your best interest.
Are Your Local Government Wages Going Up?
Employee pay and benefits drive local budgets. Do you understand how that's affecting your city?
Is Housing Affordability on the Legislative Agenda?
Housing costs have increased in recent years. Will the legislature address it?
Are Local Police Oversight Boards Effective?
A state senator is pushing more cities to have local oversight boards, but will it accomplish anything?
Do You Know What the New 4th Largest City in Texas Is?
Local policies have driven more people to Fort Worth than Austin, now making Fort Worth the fourth-largest...
What’s the Point of Efficiency Audits?
All local governments should perform efficiency audits. Is your city already doing it?
Have You Heard of the South Texas Triangle?
South Texans want to create their own Texas Triangle, the South Texas Triangle, but will it work?
Do You Want to Know the Fiscal Picture of Your City in 300 Seconds or Less?
Annual financial reports are released at this time of year, and reading them will provide the best insight...
Should the Government Pay for Destroying Your Property?
A McKinney resident is fighting for compensation after the government damaged her home. This could happen to...
How Familiar Are You With Issues Going On Around Texas?
Local jurisdictions across the state always have something going on. While many eyes are on Austin and...
Are You Familiar With Local Government Corporations?
Across the state, local government corporations are using their authority to take out debt and spend on...
How’d Your School Bond Do This Election Cycle?
Across the state, school bonds had a bad election night. Voters are waking up to the burdens of local debt,...
Where is the Cost of Living Lowest Right Now?
Local officials often claim they can't control the cost of living, but the decisions they make certainly...
Do You Know What’s on Your Ballot?
From bonds to charter amendments, they are local propositions on ballots across Texas. What's on yours?
What’s Going On With Your Local Criminal Justice System?
Crime labs are an overlooked part of the criminal justice system, is yours functioning as it should?
Is Your Community Impacted by Illegal Immigration?
Illegal immigration isn’t just a state and national problem; local communities are facing it too. How is it...
Are Your Taxes Going Up?
Across the state, local taxing entities are taking full advantage that allows them to raise your taxes...
Federal Relief Funding is Coming To An End, What Has Your City Done?
By December local governments have to commit all relief aid to projects or return it. Pay attention to what...
Do You Live In A Micropolitan Region?
Smaller regions are thriving thanks to the downsides of bigger ones. How do we keep that going?
Citizens Across the State Are Using the Charter Amendment Process
Across the state, citizens are pushing for charter changes in their cities and there's no reason you can't...
Comptroller’s Housing Affordability Challenge
A new report from Comptroller Hegar highlights just how desperately Texas needs more housing.
Is Jail Overcrowding a Problem in your County?
Across Texas, jails are overcrowded, and taxpayers are dealing with the repercussions.
Cities Exploring New and Old Transportation Models
Cities across the state are exploring some new, and some old transportation models. But why spend so much money on possibilities when we know what works?
Are You Following Your Bail Bond Board?
Counties have bail bond boards made up of local elected officials and you should be watching them.
Are We Resilient?
In Texas, we face a lot of natural disasters and local governments are always talking about resiliency. But do they ever get it right?
Is Guaranteed Income Working?
The largest formal study on guaranteed income, so far, was released and results aren’t what supporters hoped they’d be.
City’s Spend Big on Civic Art
Local governments often spend a percentage of large construction budgets on civic art leading some cities to have bigger art collections than your local museum.
Does Texas Have Unions?
Some people claim there are no unions in Texas, it’s simply untrue. They’re responsible for a lot of the employment policies we see at the local level.
Squatters, a Growing Problem in Texas
Across the state squatters are moving in and laying claim to people’s homes. Is it also happening in your neighborhood?
Will Stafford Remain A City Without Property Taxes?
For three decades, Stafford has operated without a property tax. If the city council has their way, that will change this November.
Major Investments in Small Towns
Big tech investments are happening in Texas small towns and taxpayers are looking to benefit.
New Group Hopes to Encourage Republican Mayors
Most major cities have Democratic mayors leading the charge but a new group, led by Texas mayors, is hoping to change that.