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Meet Bluebonnet Learning, Texas’ Bible-infused curriculum for schools
| November 22, 2024
The Texas Board of Education is poised to approve Bluebonnet Learning, a Bible-infused curriculum for elementary schools despite criticism that it’s factually inaccurate.
Trump’s AG pick Matt Gaetz withdraws as more sex with minors details emerge
| November 21, 2024
Gaetz’ quick withdrawal suggests that he realized he likely wouldn’t win the votes necessary to be confirmed by the Senate following Trump’s inauguration.
Ken Paxton sues to block voter-approved weed measure in Dallas
| November 21, 2024
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Dallas to try and block a weed decriminalization measure that voters approved on Nov. 5.
Where people in Texas are moving to most
| November 21, 2024
People in Texas are moving to other areas of the United States. Here's where they're moving to most often.
Trump nominates former WWE head, private school voucher advocate for Education secretary
| November 20, 2024
McMahon is relatively unknown in education circles, although she has expressed support for charter schools and private school vouchers.
Dallas mayor, 2 council members try to stall weed decriminalization
| November 20, 2024
During a meeting on Tuesday to certify the Nov. 5 election results, Council Member Cara Mendelsohn tried to add language to Proposition R — which passed with 66.82% of the vote — to stall implementation until the state legalizes recreational weed.
Fort Worth business owners to design toolkit to aid with homelessness issues
| November 20, 2024
Fort Worth businesses will soon have a new tool to address issues involving homeless people. Business owners have told the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce that homelessness is a daily concern that impacts their operations — whether it’s trespassing, disruptions or other incidents. To help, the chamber launched a Homelessness Task Force to develop a […]
USPS’ Operation Santa: Making children’s holidays merry and bright
| November 19, 2024
The holidays are approaching, and that means the United States Postal Service’s yearly initiative, Operation Santa, is back in business. Here's what to know.
Fort Worth makes Leon Bridges Day official during Grammy winner’s Dickies Arena debut
| November 19, 2024
Grammy-winning artist Leon Bridges called his song “Panther City” a love letter to his hometown, and Fort Worth responded with a formal love note of its own. Mayor Mattie Parker surprised the singer on stage at his sold-out Dickies Arena debut to issue a formal proclamation declaring Nov. 15 Leon Bridges Day in Fort Worth. […]
How to talk to a conspiracy theorist, in 6 steps
| November 18, 2024
Here’s how you (yes, you!) can help stop your friends and family from going down extremist rabbit holes.
Texas gift guide: Local goods to give this holiday season
| November 18, 2024
Before you head to a big box retailer or Amazon, consider these local Texas businesses to give a far more memorable gift this holiday season.
Support these minority-owned bakeries this holiday season
| November 15, 2024
As you plan for the upcoming holidays, patronize these beloved local minority-owned bakeries.