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Outgoing McKinney Mayor George Fuller addresses incoming Mayor Bill Cox during the swearing-in ceremony on June 17, 2025.

“This Is About We”: Bill Cox and Ernest Lynch Sworn In as McKinney’s New Leaders

Bill Cox and Ernest Lynch officially took office in McKinney on June 17, 2025. Outgoing Mayor George Fuller called the ...
Congressman Keith Self speaks at a June 2025 town hall in Fairview, Texas, addressing constituents on topics including Medicaid, gun control, and national security.

Rep. Keith Self Town Hall: Medicaid Cuts, Gun Control Pushback, and 2026 Re-Election Announcement

At his June 2025 town hall in Fairview, Rep. Keith Self announced his 2026 re-election bid, defended controversial Medicaid cuts, ...
Protesters in McKinney hold signs reading “This is what democracy looks like” and “We elect civil servants, not kings,” during the June 14, 2025 “No Kings” rally.

“No Kings”: Over 3,000 Protesters Fill McKinney Streets in Peaceful Show of Defiance

More than 2,000 protesters gathered in McKinney on June 14 for the “No Kings” rally, a peaceful but passionate demonstration ...
A crowd of peaceful protesters in McKinney, Texas, holds American flags and signs like "Democracy" during the June 14, 2025, “No Kings” protest opposing authoritarianism.

‘No Kings’ Protest Planned in McKinney Amid Statewide Security Surge

Hundreds are expected to gather in McKinney this Saturday for a “No Kings” protest—part of a nationwide call to defend ...
Campaign signs, buttons, and brochures scattered on a table, symbolizing the conclusion of a local election season in McKinney, Texas.

More Than a Win: McKinney’s Election Was a Showcase of Civic Grace

After a hard-fought runoff, McKinney’s election wasn’t just about who won — it was a reflection of civic strength, neighborly ...
Digital graphic with the headline “Runoff Reveals Voters’ Message in McKinney” set against a dark blue background and stylized American flag, symbolizing the themes of turnout, endorsements, and local leadership in McKinney’s June 7 runoff election.

Endorsements, Turnout, and the Real Winners in McKinney’s Runoff

Endorsements, early turnout, and big expectations collided in McKinney’s June 7 runoff—and the results told us more than just who ...
Allen Colorguard celebrates at Eagle Stadium after the Tournament of Roses Parade invitation announcement

Marching to Pasadena: Allen High School Band’s Journey to the Rose Parade

Allen High School’s award-winning band is headed to the 2025 Rose Parade in Pasadena. Here’s how this honor came to ...
A Jewish man reading a Hebrew prayer book inside a synagogue with ornate architecture and stained glass windows.

After Colorado Attack, Collin County’s Jewish Community Confronts a Rising Threat

The June 1 attack at a pro-Israel rally in Colorado has left Jewish communities across the country on edge—including right ...
Voters approach a generic city hall building on a sunny day with a large sign reading “Election Day June 7th,” symbolizing the importance of day-of turnout in McKinney’s runoff election.

McKinney Runoff: Early Voting Surges — Now All Eyes on Saturday

Early voting is down, but the stakes are higher than ever in McKinney’s June 7 runoff. With tight margins in ...
Interior of a Texas public school library with empty tables and shelves, symbolizing the impact of SB 13 on book access and oversight.

Texas SB 13 Could Reshape School Libraries in 2025

Senate Bill 13 could overhaul how Texas school libraries operate, from book reviews to parental oversight. Here's what it means ...