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Oak View Group Sues Dallas Over Fair Park Contract
Elections and votingFair Park’s former private operator seeks more than, alleging Dallas failed to meet funding and other contractual commitments.
The Ballot Texas DeskOct 4, 2026
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Houston council member ties tax relief to better pay
Economy and jobsA proposal would require companies to offer better pay before receiving tax relief in Houston.
The Ballot Texas News DeskOct 2, 2026
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Women win suit for air conditioning in Texas prisons
Public safetyThe women called the “lionesses” prevailed in a lawsuit seeking air conditioning across the Texas prison system.
The Ballot Texas Policy DeskSep 29, 2026
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Houston City Council passes campaign finance ordinance
Elections and votingThe council approved a municipal campaign finance measure that is not tied to a specific election, race or candidate.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 27, 2026
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Abbott proposes student screen-time limits in Texas schools
EducationGov. Greg Abbott is calling for limits on student screen time in Texas schools, raising questions about scope, exceptions and implementation.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 24, 2026
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Houston initially declines payment over car caught in gunfire
EducationA University of Houston student’s car was caught in police gunfire at Highland Village, and Houston initially said it would not pay.
The Ballot Texas News DeskSep 24, 2026
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Texas City sets new rules for license plate reader system
Elections and votingTexas City’s license plate reader system is subject to new rules, with the written policy central to understanding the change.
The Ballot Texas News DeskSep 20, 2026
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North Texas schools begin setting rules for AI use
EducationEducators in North Texas are developing school rules for artificial intelligence while considering its potential benefits and risks.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 17, 2026
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Texas police department ordered to close
Public safetyThe department was ordered to shut down after failing to provide a public benefit, Dallas News reported.
The Ballot Texas Policy DeskSep 16, 2026
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Parrish Classic awards four UNT Dallas scholarships
Elections and votingStudents from Duncanville and DeSoto received four UNT Dallas scholarships through the football event.
The Ballot Texas News DeskSep 15, 2026
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Conroe funds 51 Flock cameras as Texas governments pull back
Public safetyConroe continues paying for 51 cameras as Dallas plans a major reduction and 23 Texas governments reconsider Flock systems.
The Ballot Texas Policy DeskSep 15, 2026
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Texas orders Trinidad Police Department to shut down
Public safetyThe state ordered the Trinidad Police Department to close after a TCOLE investigation into the local agency.
The Ballot Texas News DeskSep 15, 2026