As Elected Trustees Sit on the Sidelines, Fort Worth ISD Parents Call for Transparency
FWISD trustees have been locked out of their district emails since March 24, the elected board president said.
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Does a Swirl of Vouchers and Closures Represent a Spiral for Texas Schools?
New data shows that most voucher applicants already attend private schools, and white students are largely overrepresented.
Texas To Lead, Fund Its Own Psychedelic Trials After Drug Industry Balks
Advocates like former Texas Gov. Rick Perry say a plant-derived drug can treat PTSD and addiction.
Abbott-Endorsed SNAP Restrictions Go Into Effect This Week, but Who’s Checking?
Milk products, ice cream and snacks like chips can still be purchased with SNAP benefits in Texas, but check out the list of what is prohibited.
‘An Attempt To Ban the Industry’: Dallas THC Shops React to Smokable Hemp Rule
New state rules take effect on March 31 and will also drastically raise fees for businesses.
Ken Paxton Urges Collin County To Slow Down Islamic Development
The Texas attorney general is still beating the drum against a proposed 400-acre Muslim-centric community.
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Thousands of Students Zoned to Dallas ISD Have Applied for Private School Vouchers
With less than a week until the voucher application deadline, state officials are confident the program will reach capacity.
Embattled North Texas Universities Still Navigating Political Pressure, Cutting DEI Programs
The University of North Texas has announced a nearly $50 million budget shortfall, while UT System schools are to avoid ‘controversial’ subjects when possible.
DART May Avoid Exodus After Regional Transportation Council Vote
The council overwhelmingly voted to fund a plan that may help DART avoid withdrawals by disaffected suburban cities.
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Moratorium Against Hood County Data Center Fails After Legal Threats
Hood County commissioners voted against halting data center construction after receiving a letter from state Sen. Paul Bettencourt of Houston.
Data Center Energy Demands Could Give The Grid An Unwelcome Test This Winter
Another winter event similar to Storm Uri is unlikely. But as data centers leach the power supply, Texas will need a Plan B, C and D.
Ken Paxton Wants Bathroom Pics. No, We’re Not Sh*tting You
Texas women’s restrooms are BYOC, bring your own camera, according to Paxton’s New tipline.
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Parents Call Out ‘Sham’ as More North Texas Schools Are Set to Close
In a 5-2 vote, the Grapevine-Colleyville ISD approved closing three schools by the end of next year.
‘A Gift To Republicans’: Top GOP Officials React To Crockett’s Senate Run
Paxton says Cornyn and Crockett are wasting their time. Abbott is making jokes on X. And Ted Cruz is somewhere tweeting about Tucker Carlson.
No Drones For Texas Fishing, But a Helicopter To Hunt Hogs Is Cool
Texas Parks and Wildlife is keeping traditionalism alive, clamping down on drone fishing (yes, that’s a thing).
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Colin Allred Drops Senate Bid, Now Aims for a Return to Congress
The move clears the way for Jasmine Crockett to announce her plans while Allred now takes on his Congressional successor.
‘Cruel and Harmful’ Abortion Law in Texas Goes Into Effect
A law allowing private citizens to sue manufacturers and distributors of abortion-inducing drugs goes into effect.
Two New Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Could Be Licensed in North Texas Soon
The state approved adding nine additional licensed to the roster of medical marijuana dispensaries. The Department of Public Safety announced the conditional recipients on Monday.
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UPDATE: Another Lawsuit Filed in Celina ISD Child Pornography Scandal
There are now three lawsuits representing dozens of families against former middle school coach accused of filming students in the locker room.
UPDATE: Addison Will Not Allow Residents to Vote on Leaving DART
Bucking a recent trend, Addison is not yet ready to let residents decide what to do about DART.
Immigration Crackdown Hits Vehicle Registration Requirements
Vehicle registration is required to maintain insurance, so keep your hands at 10-and-two.
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Texas Takes Break From Banning Books, Will Now Mandate Certain Ones
The Texas Board of Education is considering requiring titles both widely accepted and controversial.