A heated committee session over encampment data ended early, complicating a Dec. 10 vote on $10M for Housing Forward’s Street to Home effort. Policymakers are now demanding clearer data and vetting.

Mansfield PD welcomes and encourages community support for the four new cadets starting police academy training, acknowledging the challenges they will face.

City officials want to mount AI cameras on sanitation trucks to flag dumping and blight. Council will vote Wednesday as residents press privacy questions.

White Settlement Police joined the Holidays and Heroes program to support military families, offering festive activities including an F-35 simulator and Santa's parachute arrival.

The Supreme Court declined to review the Llano County book-removal case, leaving a controversial Fifth Circuit ruling intact. Librarians and free-speech groups warn the move could encourage more local bans.

Ellis County has canceled the jury selection scheduled for December 11th, as announced on their government website. No explanation was given, and affected parties do not need to take further action.

Rep. Marc Veasey filed Monday to run for Tarrant County judge, shifting his focus after redistricting remade his congressional district. The move immediately makes the county judge race a marquee local contest.

SCOTUS allowed Texas to use its redrawn congressional map for 2026, a decision that could flip several House districts and sets up more legal fights.

The Justin Police Department in Ponder, Texas, has launched a new medic unit for their fire department, an event they've celebrated as a historic day on social media, thanking the community for its support.

A new Texas law lets private citizens sue out‑of‑state abortion‑pill prescribers and distributors; critics warn it could spawn 'bounty‑hunter' lawsuits and interstate court fights.

County Judge Frank New awarded service recognition pins to county employees for their dedication to the community, celebrating tenures ranging from 4 to 20 years.

Rockwall County fire departments receive a grant for HAZMAT preparedness, including equipment and training to improve response to hazardous materials incidents.

Grand Prairie's Budget Department released an updated, user-friendly FY 2025–2026 Budget Book on OpenGov, offering a transparent and detailed view of the city's finances.