Two federal lawsuits challenge Census methods and who gets counted, raising the prospect of altered congressional seats and federal funding for Texas. Courts will decide whether privacy tools or noncitizens stay in the apportionment count.

The Fort Worth City Council will meet on Jan. 13, discussing bond strategy, civic recognitions, fiscal matters, and landmark status for a historic site. Details and live broadcast options are available on the city's website.

Dallas’ oversight board asked DPD for monthly reports on officers’ interactions with ICE, citing online videos and community concerns amid a surge in local ICE arrests.

Garland, Texas, hosts a City Council candidate orientation on Jan. 13, providing essential guidance for prospective candidates. The event is a precursor to the city's upcoming general election.

Garland, Texas is seeking residents to join various Boards and Commissions, offering them a chance to impact local governance and policies. Applications are accepted until July 1.

Dallas asked property owners to propose sites as it weighs renovating the 1978 City Hall or relocating services. Officials say any move would require council approval.

TEA has named Andrew Kim conservator for Lake Worth ISD after Marilyn Miller Language Academy’s fifth consecutive unacceptable rating. The district says schools will remain open during the transition.

Kaufman County residents must pay 2025 property taxes by January 31, 2026, to avoid a 7% penalty, with the option to pay online or by mail ensuring a correct postmark.

The City of Frisco received the ICC/IAEI ElectriCity Award for its commitment to electrical safety through advanced inspection training and alignment with national standards.

Jordan Biegler is appointed as the new Deputy Director of Operations at Dallas Love Field, bringing extensive experience from his previous role at Atlanta's airport.

Carrollton City Council approves a new H-E-B store, planning a 120,000-square-foot supermarket with various amenities. This marks H-E-B's expansion in North Texas.

The Kaufman County Bail Bond Board plans to meet for routine tasks related to the local bail bond system, including approval of past minutes, review of company reports, and consideration of a new bail bond employee.

A Texas A&M professor says he was ordered to remove Plato passages and race/gender modules from an intro ethics syllabus under a new regents rule. Free-speech groups are protesting.