The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has announced that it will take over the Fort Worth Independent School District (ISD), assuming control of the school board and replacing elected members with state appointments. The agency’s decision is the latest in its efforts to...
The CapMetro Board of Directors has released its plan to overhaul the city of Austin’s public transit system, prioritizing alignment with Project Connect through enhanced bus routes, improved infrastructure and light rail integration. Transit Plan 2035 contains...
Morgan Johnson has been appointed to the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT). Her term is slated to end on Sept. 11, 2031. The PUCT is responsible for managing and overseeing the state’s utility providers. This includes implementing legislation and enforcing...
Intermodal logistics facilities have been demonstrated to be among the most impactful economic drivers in Texas. The state’s two facilities – Port San Antonio and AllianceTexas – provided significant contributions to the $1 trillion in international trade...
A Texas senator is making his way to Washington D.C. to lead the Department of Defense, following a recent wave of appointments announced by the White House. President Donald Trump has nominated Texas Sen. Brian Birdwell, R-Granbury, to serve as assistant secretary of...
Saluting Texas Lone Stars: The Lone Star section spotlights and recognizes powerful figures across Texas’ public sector landscape. This week’s Lone Star profile is Brian Gardner, the city of Austin’s Chief Information Security Officer. Your public career...
