FederalLocal NewsTaxes & SpendingFederal Funding for $1 Billion Panther Island Project Yet to Materialize
Kim RobertsSeptember 15, 2020
The decade-old Panther Island project remains unfinished and without necessary federal funding to complete it.
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Criminal JusticeFederalLocal NewsStatewide NewsAustin, Fort Worth, San Antonio in Top 4 Most-Populated U.S. Cities with Highest Increase in Homicide Rate
Brad JohnsonAugust 7, 2020
While progressive activists lobby for extensive police reforms and budget cuts, Austin's homicide rate increase from 2019 to 2020 is the highest among America's 15 most populated cities.
IssuesLocal NewsChanges to Fort Worth Police in Six Practice Areas Recommended by Review Panel
Kim RobertsAugust 5, 2020
A panel appointed by the city manager has recommended changes to six policy and practice areas within the Fort Worth Police Department.
Local NewsFort Worth Residents Vote to Continue Crime Control and Prevention District
Kim RobertsJuly 20, 2020
In a recent election, Fort Worth residents voted overwhelmingly to continue funding programs under the Crime Control and Prevention District for ten more years.
Civil SocietyLocal NewsCity of Fort Worth Addresses Black Lives Matter Police Reform Demands
Kim RobertsJune 24, 2020
Black Lives Matter and similar groups have called for police reform measures. Yesterday, Fort Worth city staff presented its response to a dozen issues.
Local NewsLists of Protester Demands to Defund, Reform Police Departments Sweep Texas Cities
Brad JohnsonJune 9, 2020
Calls for defunding police departments are gaining traction across the country, including in some of Texas' most prominent cities.
Civil SocietyLocal NewsEight Fort Worth Businesses Cited for Violating Local Closure Order
Brad JohnsonMay 19, 2020
Since the beginning of Fort Worth's disaster declarations, eight businesses have been cited for violating the city's closure orders, according to records obtained by The Texan.
IssuesLocal NewsTaxes & SpendingFort Worth Announces Plans for Using Federal CARES Funds, Including Small Business Grants and Housing Assistance
Kim RobertsApril 30, 2020
The City of Fort Worth has now allocated about one-third of the $150 million handed down from the federal government after the CARES Act was passed.
Civil SocietyStatewide NewsTexas Ramps Up Coronavirus Testing Capabilities With Drive-Through Centers in Major Cities
Sarah McConnellMarch 17, 2020
At a press conference on Monday, Gov. Abbott announced expanded testing capabilities for COVID-19, including drive-through testing sites across Texas.
Elections 2020Local NewsState HouseStatewide NewsFive Candidates Seek to Replace Retiring Rep. Jonathan Stickland, Here’s Where They Stand on the Issues
Sarah McConnellFebruary 19, 2020
With early voting underway and Super Tuesday fast approaching, here is a look at the priorities of candidates vying to replace retiring Rep. Jonathan Stickland in the Texas House.
IssuesLocal NewsTaxes & SpendingBridges to Nowhere: Fort Worth Eyes Completion Date for Panther Island’s Delayed Bridge Projects
Kim RobertsFebruary 19, 2020
Three bridges in Fort Worth associated with the beleaguered Panther Island project have had their completion dates set. For now, the bridges will cross dry land.
FederalIssuesLocal NewsTaxes & SpendingFort Worth’s Panther Island Project Will Not Be Given Additional Federal Funding
Sarah McConnellFebruary 12, 2020
Despite local authorities hopes for more than $30 million, the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers will not be designating new funding for the Panther Island redevelopment project along the the Trinity River.
Civil SocietyLocal NewsStatewide NewsTinslee Lewis Update: Oral Arguments Heard in Fort Worth Appellate Court
Sarah McConnellFebruary 6, 2020
The Second Court of Appeals in Fort Worth heard oral arguments in the case of 1-year-old Tinslee Lewis this week following a motion requiring Cook Children's to continue providing life sustaining treatment during the appeals process.
Civil SocietyLocal NewsTaxes & SpendingDallas-Fort Worth Transit Authorities to Conduct Passenger Surveys Amid Ridership Declines
Kim RobertsFebruary 6, 2020
The new surveys for DART, DCTA, and Trinity Metro riders will be initiated in phases, but will not include feedback from people who choose not to use mass transit.
Civil SocietyIssuesLocal NewsTaxes & SpendingPanther Island Gets Another $1 Million to Stay Afloat, Reportedly Still in Design Phase 13 Years Later
Sarah McConnellJanuary 22, 2020
The Panther Island Project in Fort Worth has been issued an additional $1 million by the Tarrant Regional Water District. This comes just days after reports that the project could still be in its design phase.
FederalIssuesLocal NewsTaxes & SpendingFort Worth Sets 2020 Priorities, Prepares to Lobby D.C. Lawmakers for Federal Money
Kim RobertsJanuary 20, 2020
The city is focusing its lobbying efforts on federal funding for early childhood education, transportation, the beleaguered Panther Island project, and local defense contracting projects.
IssuesLocal NewsTaxes & SpendingRidership Remains Low a Year Into TEXRail Transit Operations
Kim RobertsJanuary 14, 2020
Initial projections for the massive transit project estimated some 250,000 riders per month. So far, TEXRail has only managed to hit 20 percent of that mark.
FederalImmigration & BorderStatewide NewsBREAKING: Abbott Announces Texas ‘Cannot Consent’ to Refugee Resettlement in 2020, Emphasizes Strains From Unsecured Border
Sarah McConnellJanuary 10, 2020
Governor Abbott has sent a letter to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo informing him of the state's decision to opt-out of the refugee resettlement program.
IssuesLocal NewsFort Worth Ordinance Attempts to Regulate “Dollar Store” Operations
Kim RobertsJanuary 10, 2020
A recent ordinance by the Fort Worth City Council seeks to limit the location of "dollar stores" and requires them to offer healthy food options. Some critics see this move as social engineering.
Civil SocietyLone Star LifeStatewide NewsChristmas in the Lone Star State: Texas Cities With Christmas Spirit
Sarah McConnellDecember 25, 2019
Whether you prefer small towns or big cities, Texas cities know how to celebrate the Christmas season.