Tag: Tarrant County
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Inmate Death in Tarrant County Jail Ruled Homicide
FORT WORTH, Texas – The death of Anthony Ray Johnson, a 31-year-old inmate at Tarrant County Jail, has been classified as a homicide, according to an autopsy report from the Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office. Johnson’s death on April 21 was caused by asphyxia, both mechanical and chemical. Details of the Incident Anthony Johnson died…
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Tarrant County Jail Chief Retires Amidst Scrutiny Over Inmate Deaths
FORT WORTH, Texas – The chief of the Tarrant County jail, Charles Eckert, has announced his retirement following the sixth inmate death of the year. The retirement, officially declared on Wednesday, arrives amidst heightened scrutiny over the handling of inmate welfare at the facility. Chief Charles Eckert’s Legacy Chief Charles Eckert, who has overseen the…
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Anthony Johnson Jr. Memorial Sparks Calls for Justice
A memorial service was held for Anthony Johnson Jr., who tragically lost his life while in custody at the Tarrant County Jail. This event comes amid controversy surrounding the reinstatement of two jailers involved in his death, sparking calls for accountability and change within the system. A Life Remembered Anthony Johnson Jr., a 31-year-old Marine…
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Bedford, Texas Voters Experience Issues at Polls
Voters in Bedford, Texas, encountered difficulties during the municipal election held on Saturday. The city of Bedford reported issues with certain voting machines located at the Pat May Center around 1 p.m. on Saturday. The Pat May Center, a significant polling location in Tarrant County, experienced disruptions that prompted concerns among voters and officials alike.…
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Update on In-Custody Death at Tarrant County Jail: Sheriff Addresses Concerns
TARRANT COUNTY, Texas – Following the recent in-custody death at the Tarrant County Jail, Sheriff Bill Waybourn held a press conference to provide an update on the investigation. The incident, which resulted in the death of 31-year-old Anthony Ray Johnson Jr., has sparked calls for further scrutiny into the practices at the jail. Sheriff’s Statement…
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Tarrant County Spat Sparks Community Response
The contentious exchange between Tarrant County Judge Tim O’Hare and Commissioner Alisa Simmons has drawn attention and reactions from community leaders and civil rights groups. Tensions Rise in Commissioner’s Court During a recent meeting, Judge O’Hare and Commissioner Simmons clashed, with heated exchanges over agenda items, leading to public scrutiny and support for Simmons. The…
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Emergency Meeting Held by Tarrant Appraisal District Board in Response to Ransomware Attack
FORT WORTH, Texas – The Tarrant Appraisal District board has called for an emergency meeting scheduled for Monday to address the repercussions of a recent ransomware assault. Last week, the district’s website experienced its second crash within a fortnight, sparking concerns and necessitating urgent action. Repeated Website Failures Prompt Investigation The initial website malfunction was…
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Tarrant County Appraisal District Website Crashes Again
Fort Worth, Texas – The Tarrant County Appraisal District’s website experienced its second crash in two weeks, causing disruptions for residents in the area. Website Crashes Twice in Two Weeks The recent crash marks the second time the Tarrant County Appraisal District’s website has experienced technical difficulties within a short span. The first incident occurred…
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Goldman and O’Shea Head to Runoff for Tarrant County Congressional Seat
In a tight race to succeed Kay Granger in Congress, State Rep. Craig Goldman and businessman John O’Shea are set for a runoff in Texas’ 12th Congressional District. Republican Primary Results and Runoff Goldman and O’Shea emerged as the top contenders among five candidates in the Republican primary. However, neither candidate secured the required 50%…
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Tarrant County TARCO Services Disrupted by AT&T Outage
On Thursday, a widespread AT&T network outage sent ripples of disruption across Tarrant County, Texas, impacting various essential services, including those provided by Tarrant County offices. The outage resulted in difficulties for residents attempting to conduct tax-related transactions and other government business. Impact on TARCO Offices and Services Residents visiting Tarrant County’s northeast courthouse experienced…
