Podcast Episodes

Where is the Cost of Living Lowest Right Now?

Local officials often claim they can't control the cost of living, but the decisions they make certainly factor in and can often drive up costs.

1 year, 7 months ago

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Do You Know What's on Your Ballot?

Episode 1

From bonds to charter amendments, they are local propositions on ballots across Texas. What's on yours?

1 year, 7 months ago

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What’s Going On With Your Local Criminal Justice System?

Crime labs are an overlooked part of the criminal justice system, is yours functioning as it should?

1 year, 7 months ago

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Is Your Community Impacted by Illegal Immigration?

Illegal immigration isn’t just a state and national problem; local communities are facing it too. How is it impacting you?

1 year, 7 months ago

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Are Your Taxes Going Up?

Episode 25

Across the state, local taxing entities are taking full advantage that allows them to raise your taxes without your approval.

1 year, 8 months ago

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Federal Relief Funding is Coming To An End, What Has Your City Done?

Episode 1

By December local governments have to commit all relief aid to projects or return it. Pay attention to what they plan to do. 

1 year, 8 months ago

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Do You Live In A Micropolitan Region?

Smaller regions are thriving thanks to the downsides of bigger ones. How do we keep that going?

1 year, 8 months ago

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Citizens Across the State Are Using the Charter Amendment Process

Across the state, citizens are pushing for charter changes in their cities and there's no reason you can't do it, too.

1 year, 8 months ago

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Comptroller's Housing Affordability Challenge

A new report from Comptroller Hegar highlights just how desperately Texas needs more housing. 

1 year, 9 months ago

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Is Jail Overcrowding a Problem in your County?

Across Texas, jails are overcrowded, and taxpayers are dealing with the repercussions. 

1 year, 9 months ago

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