The North Central Texas Council of Governments plans to submit a proposal in December to bring a hyperloop testing facility to the state.
The recent tornado that tore through north Dallas is estimated to have caused $2 billion worth of property damage according to county officials.
Leading conservative groups gathered outside Dallas and called on Governor Abbott to hold a special session focused on nearly a dozen legislative items.
While many state lawmakers have praised the property tax reform legislation, citizens in places like Tarrant County have seen tax appraisals increase by 75 percent in the last decade.
The massive bond package is being promoted as resulting in no net tax increase, but language in the proposal could pave the way for a future debt tax.
Fort Worth Police Officer Aaron Dean has been arrested and charged with murdering Atatiana Jefferson in her home, spurring calls for police training reform.
One of the key prizes of the 2020 election will be the battle over redistricting. There will be nearly 30 public hearings on the topic before the next legislative session.
The City of Arlington will be the site of the new National Medal of Honor Museum. The museum is slated to open its doors in 2024.
In addition to Tarrant County law enforcement, citizens and civil groups in and around Fort Worth have also stepped up to combat human trafficking.
The recent case of a 15-year-old Guatemalan girl in Southlake illegally brought into the U.S. to work in servitude highlights an ongoing problem with human trafficking.
The FAIR Act, opposed by pro-business groups and supported by trial lawyers, would make many employment arbitration clauses unenforceable under federal law.
As Texas Democrats focus on control of the Texas State House, this Tarrant County district will be key for both parties going into the 2020 election.
Texas lawmakers discussed toll roads, electric cars, and high-speed rail at yesterday's Irving Transportation Investment Summit.
The Tarrant County Commissioners Court voted to increase property taxes on Fort Worth residents as the city looks likely to lower its rate next week.
The Department of Public Safety is attempting to alleviate excessive wait times at driver's license offices with more personnel and a new pilot program.
In an about-face from last week, the Dallas County Commissioners Court passed a salary increase for elected officials. Three members of the court abstained.
The creation of a salary grievance committee is providing elected officials in Dallas County a platform to advocate for higher pay.
