IssuesLocal NewsDallas Mayor Eric Johnson Unopposed in May Council Elections
Hayden SparksMarch 1, 2023
While former congressional candidate Jrmar Jefferson filed to run, the city secretary indicated he is not a qualified contender.
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88th LegislatureStatewide NewsTaxes & SpendingChapter 313 Replacement, Commercial Court in Economic Development Slate of Phelan’s Priority Bills
Brad JohnsonFebruary 28, 2023
Last session, the Texas Senate pumped the brakes on renewal of the Chapter 313 abatement program, leading to its expiration at the end of 2022.
88th LegislatureCivil SocietyEducationIssuesStatewide NewsUniversity of Texas System Announces Pause on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives
Cameron AbramsFebruary 28, 2023
Tackling Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies is a priority issues in the Legislature, as DEI seems to be present at multiple Texas schools.
Civil SocietyStatewide NewsFormer State Sen. Wendy Davis Joins Planned Parenthood Texas Activist Arm
Brad JohnsonFebruary 28, 2023
Davis has made a political career out of abortion advocacy and now she joins the foremost pro-choice entity in the country.
Local NewsOver 600 Teams Turn Out for 23-Hour West Texas Bobcat Hunting Competition
Matt StringerFebruary 28, 2023
One of the largest predator-hunting contests of its kind has paid out millions of dollars in prizes over the last 15 years.
88th LegislatureStatewide NewsLegislative Primacy at Center of Proposals Filed by Texas House Chairman
Brad JohnsonFebruary 28, 2023
The unceasing battle within Texas politics between state and local authorities takes center stage once again during the 88th Legislature.
88th LegislatureImmigration & BorderIssuesSan Antonio Man Sentenced to Three Years After Pleading Guilty to Human Smuggling
Hayden SparksFebruary 27, 2023
Texas state lawmakers have introduced bills to elevate the punishments for crimes such as human smuggling and operating stash houses.
88th LegislatureStatewide NewsTaxes & SpendingTransportationState Transportation Infrastructure Plan Increases $15 Billion from Record Oil and Gas Taxes
Brad JohnsonFebruary 27, 2023
Due to the state's record consumption tax collections, Texas' 2024 transportation plan increased from $85 to $100 billion.
Civil SocietyIssuesJudicialStatewide NewsU.S. District Judge Rules Attorney General Paxton Cannot Prosecute Out-Of-State Abortions
Cameron AbramsFebruary 27, 2023
Pre-Roe laws, the Heartbeat Act, and “the trigger ban” are all in question after a judge's ruling on the attorney general's power to prosecute abortions.
88th LegislatureCivil SocietyLocal NewsTaxes & SpendingTarrant County Judge Tim O’Hare Releases Legislative Priorities
Kim RobertsFebruary 27, 2023
Property tax relief, border security, and election integrity are among the issues he hopes to see the Legislature address this session.
88th LegislatureCivil SocietyIssuesStatewide NewsTexas Lawmaker Files Bill to Allow Educators to Refuse CDC LGBT ‘Inclusivity Tool’
Cameron AbramsFebruary 27, 2023
The bill focuses on a self-assessment tool that asks users to become an "awesome ally," created by the CDC for use in Texas schools.
Civil SocietyJudicialStatewide NewsTexas Supreme Court Hears Oral Arguments in Challenges to Governor’s Disaster Act Powers
Matt StringerFebruary 24, 2023
Several local governments contend Gov. Abbott exceeded his authority in prohibiting local mandates.