Bret Jaspers
ReporterBret worked as an organizer, actor, and New York City waiter before he began his career in radio. He has reported for NPR, WYPR News and The Signal. Past production work has been with WNYC’s On the Media, The Brian Lehrer Show and Soundcheck, as well as Wisconsin Public Radio.
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Members of a Dallas City Council committee expressed deep concern on Thursday as they questioned city officials about a massive data loss involving millions of police department records. -
The Texas Legislature is in the midst of redrawing voting districts, a process that happens after the census every 10 years.
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Four people were injured in a shooting at a North Texas high school Wednesday morning. Three people were taken to local hospitals. One was in critical condition Wednesday afternoon.
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The City of Dallas says the recent loss of police department data was the result of poor management, supervision and an attempt to save money, among other factors.
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The fair is back, but COVID-19 hasn't gone away.
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You may remember filling out a census questionnaire some time last year. Now, the data is being funneled into a process known as redistricting.
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Gardening starter packs are available from a regional collaboration that includes big water suppliers.
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Republicans in Texas achieved one of their major 2021 goals on Tuesday, as Gov. Greg Abbott signed a controversial and expansive bill that imposes major restrictions on how people can vote in the state.
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Under two new Texas laws, even the smallest companies can be sued and complaints can cover harassment further in the past.
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The bill passed 79-37 on second reading late Thursday night then passed 80-41 on a third reading Friday afternoon. The measure includes bans on 24-hour voting and drive-through voting.
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With quorum restored, the GOP marches toward restricting counties' ability to provide 24 hour voting and curbside voting, among other changes.
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The bill gives transportation agencies "more hope" of getting their future plans funded.
