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Breaking Systems of Oppression
Already overloaded criminal courts across the country have come to a near standstill as a precaution against spreading COVID-19. The backlog means innocent men...
Sick Workers at JPS?
As if working the front lines in the battle against COVID-19 isn’t stressful enough, some employees at John Peter Smith Hospital (JPS) say their...
Following the Lege
“Texans, as we gather tonight, I can tell you the state of our state is brimming with promise,” said an upbeat Gov. Greg Abbott...
Disturbing the Peace
In early January, the rumblings of 18-wheelers brought back memories that Bobby Pickard would prefer to forget. A decade ago, the multinational gas company...
My Oh My!
“Who’s ready to have a fun night?” Robert Burke asked the cheering crowd. “Our emcee for tonight, Mr. Patrick Mikyles!”
As “Purple Rain” blared through...
Unacceptable Leadership
A 2018 ploy by city leadership is motivating reform-minded locals to try to vote in an entirely new city council and mayor in May.
Two...
City Officials Backpedaling on Promises?
At first glance, Fort Worth’s Redistricting Task Force — the 11-member group that is currently drafting redistricting recommendations for Fort Worth City Council — appears...
Auditing Concerns
It’s the proverbial blessing and curse of homeownership: As home values (and asset-based wealth) rise, so do the monthly property tax payments that are...
Determined, Disillusioned, or Despondent?
It was Inauguration Day, and I was enraged.
“Listen to Joe Biden,” I hissed at my 9-year-old, who was grunting at me. “I said listen...
Homestead Review on Indefinite Hold
The search for Tarrant County residents who misuse homestead exemptions is indefinitely on hold, and some wonder if the delay is tied to $17,000...
