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In Fort Worth, Deborah Peoples Hopes to Be Symbol of Change and First Black Mayor

In Fort Worth, Deborah Peoples Hopes to Be Symbol of Change and First Black Mayor

By Simone CarterMay 26, 2021

Mayoral candidate Deborah Peoples is ready to unite Fort Worth.

Convenience Stores Face Tougher Security Rules and Stricter Enforcement to Fight Crime

Convenience Stores Face Tougher Security Rules and Stricter Enforcement to Fight Crime

By Jacob VaughnMay 26, 2021

The Mayor’s Task Force on Safer Communities identified convenience stores as a common thread to neighborhood crime problems. The increased focus on convenience stores that drive crime is part of Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia’s new plan to crack down on violent crime.

Waiting for O’Rourke: Will Beto Ever Announce He’s Running for Texas Governor?

Waiting for O’Rourke: Will Beto Ever Announce He’s Running for Texas Governor?

By Simone CarterMay 25, 2021

Beto O’Rourke is again making headlines over a purported bid for Texas governor.

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Here’s a Non-Comprehensive List of Celebrities Who Have Roasted Ted Cruz

Here’s a Non-Comprehensive List of Celebrities Who Have Roasted Ted Cruz

By Simone CarterMay 21, 2021

Hollywood celebrities aren’t shy about disliking U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz.

Save Us, Gandalf: Pro-Trump Lawsuits Seek to Void Every Vote Cast in the 2020 Election.

Save Us, Gandalf: Pro-Trump Lawsuits Seek to Void Every Vote Cast in the 2020 Election.

By Jacob VaughnMay 21, 2021

Filed by attorneys Paul Davis and Kellye SoRelle, the lawsuit claims changes in the election procedures implemented across the country violated the 2002 Help America Vote Act.

Shady Business? Leaked Video Shows ‘Dark Money’ Group Behind Texas Voting Bills

Shady Business? Leaked Video Shows ‘Dark Money’ Group Behind Texas Voting Bills

By Patrick StricklandMay 18, 2021

Heritage Action for America has been at the forefront of crafting similar legislation in states including Georgia, Florida, Arizona, Iowa and Texas.

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Can a Neighborhood-Led Plan Curb Gentrification in West Dallas?

Can a Neighborhood-Led Plan Curb Gentrification in West Dallas?

By Jacob VaughnMay 17, 2021

The Trinity Park Conservancy, West Dallas 1, Downwinders at Risk and SMU Budd Center partnered to develop the West Dallas Community Vision Plan in collaboration with residents and community leaders.

Unable to Get People to Protest, North Texas Neo-Nazis Resort to Stickers and Graffiti

Unable to Get People to Protest, North Texas Neo-Nazis Resort to Stickers and Graffiti

By Patrick StricklandMay 15, 2021

Around the Dallas area, neo-Nazis are spreading propaganda through graffiti, stickers and banners.

With a Record Number of Homeless in North Texas, Black People Remain Overrepresented

With a Record Number of Homeless in North Texas, Black People Remain Overrepresented

By Jacob VaughnMay 14, 2021

The findings of the census were presented during the 2021 State of Homelessness Address on Tuesday.

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As Violence Spikes in Middle East, Ted Cruz Targets Israel Boycotters

As Violence Spikes in Middle East, Ted Cruz Targets Israel Boycotters

By Patrick StricklandMay 14, 2021

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz has lashed out at the Biden administration, saying violence in Israel and the Palestinian territory is the “direct result” of U.S. policy.

Will Texas Punish Cities that ‘Defund’ Police? Republicans Sure Hope So.

Will Texas Punish Cities that ‘Defund’ Police? Republicans Sure Hope So.

By Simone CarterMay 14, 2021

Last week, state representatives passed a bill that would punish cities that cut police budgets.

Volunteers: Migrant Teens Held in Dallas Convention Center Feel Imprisoned

Volunteers: Migrant Teens Held in Dallas Convention Center Feel Imprisoned

By Jacob VaughnMay 13, 2021

The longer time goes on, the more the convention center feels like a jail to the boys.

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U.S. Rep. Louie Gohmert Slams U.S. Post Office for ‘Spying’ on Americans

U.S. Rep. Louie Gohmert Slams U.S. Post Office for ‘Spying’ on Americans

By Simone CarterMay 12, 2021

Texas U.S. Rep. Louie Gohmert condemned the U.S. Postal Service for monitoring Americans’ social media activity.

Texas GOP Chairman Allen West Trolls Lamar Co. Democrats After Racist ‘Oreo’ Remark

Texas GOP Chairman Allen West Trolls Lamar Co. Democrats After Racist ‘Oreo’ Remark

By Simone CarterMay 10, 2021

Allen West sent Texas Democrats some Oreos following a controversy involving the Lamar County Democratic chair.

Rights Groups and Activists To Rally Outside Texas Capitol over ‘Voter Suppression’ Bills

Rights Groups and Activists To Rally Outside Texas Capitol over ‘Voter Suppression’ Bills

By Patrick StricklandMay 8, 2021

The American Civil Liberties Union of Texas has organized a protest against a slate of so-called ‘election integrity’ bills, which rights groups say would result in widespread voter suppression.

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Denton County’s GOP Passes Resolution in Support of Secession Bill

Denton County’s GOP Passes Resolution in Support of Secession Bill

By Simone CarterMay 6, 2021

The Denton County Republican Party has passed a resolution in support of House Bill 1359, also called the Texas Independence Referendum Act.

Why Did This CIA Recruitment Ad Break U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz’s Brain?

Why Did This CIA Recruitment Ad Break U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz’s Brain?

By Simone CarterMay 6, 2021

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz really hates the latest CIA recruitment ad.

In Dallas, Gilley’s Says It’s Dropped Controversial QAnon Convention

In Dallas, Gilley’s Says It’s Dropped Controversial QAnon Convention

By Jacob VaughnMay 5, 2021

It’s unclear when the decision was made, who made it and what the future holds for the three-day QAnon Convention.

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In Texas, More Companies Speak Out Against Proposed Voting Restrictions

In Texas, More Companies Speak Out Against Proposed Voting Restrictions

By Patrick StricklandMay 5, 2021

Hewlett Packard and other companies have condemned Texas legislators’ attempts to restrict voting in a state that’s already one of the hardest to vote in.

How the Lincoln Katy Trail Project Could Upend Life for a Blind Resident

How the Lincoln Katy Trail Project Could Upend Life for a Blind Resident

By Jacob VaughnMay 4, 2021

For about the last five years, Brittany King has been fighting to preserve her way of life, threatened by a development that was up for a final City Council vote last week.

Texas Gets Another Anti-Abortion ‘Sanctuary City,’ This Time in Lubbock

Texas Gets Another Anti-Abortion ‘Sanctuary City,’ This Time in Lubbock

By Patrick StricklandMay 3, 2021

When voters went to the ballot box this weekend, Lubbock joined around two dozen cities in Texas that have passed local ordinances seeking to ban abortion.

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Sid Miller Sues Biden Administration for ‘Discriminating’ Against White Farmers

Sid Miller Sues Biden Administration for ‘Discriminating’ Against White Farmers

By Simone CarterApril 30, 2021

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has sued the Biden administration over a plan that provides relief to disadvantaged farmers.

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