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La Marque names Byron Frankland new police chief

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La Marque names Byron Frankland new police chief

The La Marque City Council confirmed Byron Frankland as the city’s new police chief Monday night. Frankland, a longtime law enforcement and public safety leader, will begin his new role Feb. 16 following a nationwide search that drew more than 40 applicants.

League City seeks nearly $4M in public-safety grants, including $1M for border security

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League City seeks nearly $4M in public-safety grants, including $1M for border security

League City Council on Jan. 27 approved applications for multiple public safety grants that could total nearly $4 million, including a $1 million border security award to support Operation Lone Star activities. The decision drew public opposition over the city’s immigration-enforcement partnerships.

Senate clears funding bill backing Galveston ship channel, coastal barrier

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Senate clears funding bill backing Galveston ship channel, coastal barrier

A sweeping federal appropriations bill headed to the president’s desk includes more than $30 million for Galveston-area projects, with major funding for harbor dredging and the Coastal Texas “Ike Dike” flood protection system.

Galveston considers 30-minute parking, amnesty to boost compliance

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Galveston considers 30-minute parking, amnesty to boost compliance

Galveston officials are considering changes to downtown parking rules, including 30-minute payment options, tougher fine collection and a temporary amnesty program, with the goal of reducing violations and improving compliance.

Texas AG Expands Probe Into Municipal Finances, Warns Cities of Legal Exposure

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Texas AG Expands Probe Into Municipal Finances, Warns Cities of Legal Exposure

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is reviewing almost 1,000 localities for compliance with Senate Bill 1851's audit and financial transparency standards. Attorney General Ken Paxton has ordered several communities to stop illegal tax increases and may investigate others.

Galveston County Sheriff Keeps License After TCOLE Approves Probated Suspension

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Galveston County Sheriff Keeps License After TCOLE Approves Probated Suspension

The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement approved a fully probated suspension of Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen’s peace officer license, allowing him to remain in office despite allegations he falsified government documents. The decision ends a lengthy legal dispute between Fullen and the state agency.

Politics and Government

La Marque names Byron Frankland new police chief

League City seeks nearly $4M in public-safety grants, including $1M for border security

Senate clears funding bill backing Galveston ship channel, coastal barrier

Galveston considers 30-minute parking, amnesty to boost compliance

Texas AG Expands Probe Into Municipal Finances, Warns Cities of Legal Exposure

Galveston County Sheriff Keeps License After TCOLE Approves Probated Suspension

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