The Austin Firefighters Association has accused Chief Joel Baker of withholding water rescue swimmers from assisting in Hill Country flood rescues.
Local Governance
Harris County Jail Hit With Third Noncompliance Notice of 2025
Harris County has resorted to housing hundreds of inmates in other jails to ease overcrowding at its facility.
Will San Antonio’s New Mayor Continue to Fund DEI Initiatives Amid Budget Crisis?
Although the city faces two years of projected budget deficits, San Antonio may continue funding DEI initiatives.
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.
Harris County Agencies Reportedly Spent Millions With No Paper Trail
Last year, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said the Harris County Toll Road Authority, Engineering Department, and Flood Control District had procurement issues.
Harris County Faces $1.3 Billion Shortfall in Flood Bond Projects
Only about 30 percent of the bond’s allocated funds have been spent so far.
Texas Water Development Board Declares Interregional Water Conflict
The Texas Water Development Board has declared an interregional conflict between water Region C and Region D over the proposed Marvin Nichols Reservoir.
US Justice Department Drops Investigation Into EPIC City
Federal law enforcement officials are not bringing forth any lawsuits or charges over the planned Muslim community in North Texas.
KP George Switches Parties as Legal Troubles Mount in Fort Bend County
George has switched to the Republican Party, shifting the balance of power on the county commissioners court.
Attorney General Paxton Demands Austin End Contracts With Anti-Gun Companies
Paxton threatened further legal action if the city did not bring its contract with WEX Bank into compliance with state law.