Former Garland police officer Matthew Mitchell was fired last spring after police questioned his actions in two use-of-force incidents on back-to-back nights.
Closures will take place during the day and overnight on I-635 for TxDOT projects.
Garland resident wrote, “Slaughter them all,” and called for burning down government buildings after the Supreme Court’s abortion ruling. The Department of Homeland Security was not amused.
Police and fire staff will issue fines ranging from $500 to $4,000.
Officials hope the airport’s incoming 15,000 square foot hangar will be complete by early 2023.
Mesquite is upping its DWI patrols as part of a Texas Department of Transportation campaign.
Housing advocates slammed the Providence Village HOA’s ban on Section 8 tenants earlier this month and asked the feds to investigate for a potential Fair Housing Act violation.
More Garland police officers will be on patrol this weekend.
The tournament includes 36 teams from 14 states and Canada.
Garland’s final City Council election results were recognized at a special meeting June 28.
The city’s planning and zoning commission rejected the project even after public comment in which supporters outnumbered opponents 3 to 1.
A spacious minimum home size of 2,000 square feet doesn’t constitute a violation of civil rights Fair Housing laws on its own. But advocates and academics say this policy could price people out — and may affect non-white buyers the most.
Downtown Mesquite has also received six state awards for its downtown revitalization efforts.
Previously, only police officers enforced the city’s parking ordinance. Now, civilian employees will, too.
Residents have pleaded for more affordable housing options. The Planning and Zoning Commission’s vote on June 27 will decide if the project moves forward. The committee postponed the vote two weeks ago.
At one point, police officer Todd Campbell threatened to arrest the victim, according to department records.
Proof of Garland residency is required.