Billy Graff joins Robert Walker in race to replace outgoing Precinct 1 Commissioner Mike Meador.
Property Taxes
Mayoral Candidate: “Midland Deserves Better”
Local business owner Jenny Cudd declared her candidacy for mayor of Midland, challenging incumbent Mayor Jerry Morales’ record of higher taxes and spending.
Will San Antonio Vote for Higher Taxes & Discrimination?
Residents of the Alamo City have an important choice to make on Saturday.
Defamed Candidate Gets Apology, but Not Answers
Two years after lying about political foe Jeff Snowden, Frisco ISD insider Buddy Minett is forced to tell the truth—but not the whole truth.
Commentary: Why I’m Retiring After Disappointing 2019 Legislature
Lawmakers tout “cooperation” and “unity” but leave conservative activists disappointed in failures to pass key priorities.
North Texas Tea Party Leader: No Support for Incumbents
Julie White McCarty declares disappointment with 2019 legislative session, will not assist with any re-election campaigns.
Legislature Sends Property Tax Relief and Reform to Governor’s Desk
With both chambers giving their stamp of approval to both pieces of legislation, the bills now head to a vocally supportive Gov. Greg Abbott.
Compromise Announced on School Spending and Property Tax Relief
Texas’ “Big Three” statewide leaders announced Thursday a compromise deal to increase taxpayers’ property tax relief to roughly half of the state’s $10 billion surplus.
Texas Scorecard Radio (May 23, 2019)
Charles Blain from Urban Reform drops by the 1836 Studios to discuss his new project.
Staff Blog: Report Cards Are Coming Soon
It’s not looking like very many lawmakers will earn a rating worth putting on the refrigerator.