Cleburne Voters to Decide on $62.5M Public Safety Bond in November
Cleburne voters will decide on a public safety facility measure on November 3rd, concluding years of planning to address the city's law enforcement and court infrastructure needs.
Yesterday
Cleburne Council Cuts Tax Rate, Approves New City Budget
Cleburne's city council has adopted its fiscal year 2027 budget and reduced the tax rate for residents. The new budget takes effect October 1, 2026.
Cleburne planners to vote on rezoning 63 acres near Amazon facility for industrial use
Cleburne's Planning and Zoning Commission has released its agenda for the September 28 meeting, allowing residents to review upcoming zoning and development matters before the session.
Johnson Co Historical Commission Meeting
The Johnson County Historical Commission will meet on September 28, 2026. The meeting is listed on the Cleburne Chamber of Commerce calendar.
This week
Environmental Specialist Earns City All-Star Award
Cleburne's Michael McBroom received an All-Star Award for his work assisting city employees during the transition to the new Municipal Service Center.
Cleburne Directs New Money Toward Downtown Business Growth
Cleburne has allocated additional funding to support downtown development and economic growth initiatives. The city investment aims to expand business opportunities and improve the downtown area.
Cleburne Mayor Issues Three Proclamations Honoring Patriots, Constitution
Cleburne Mayor Derek Weathers issued three proclamations this week recognizing significant American events and figures, with city council members in attendance.
Johnson County Commissioners Take Stand on Local Data Center Proposal
Johnson County commissioners adopted a resolution regarding a proposed data center project in the area. The action represents an official stance on the development initiative.
Johnson County Commissioners Pass Data Center Development Resolution
Johnson County Commissioners have adopted a resolution regarding data center development in the area. The move reflects local government action on a significant economic development initiative.
Commissioners declare data center resolution
Johnson County commissioners have passed a resolution regarding data center development in the county. The action represents an official position on how the county will approach data center projects moving forward.
View the City's Labor Day Weekend Hours
Cleburne city offices will shut down on Monday, September 7th for the Labor Day holiday.
City Opens One-Stop Municipal Service Center on North Main
Cleburne is opening a new municipal service center on August 24 to streamline customer interactions with city government. The facility will consolidate services to make it more convenient for residents to handle city business.
Voters to Decide on $62.5M Public Safety Building in November
Cleburne residents will vote on November 3rd regarding a proposed public safety facility following years of study into the city's law enforcement and court infrastructure requirements.
ICE officer's release from Texas jail opens a new front in the escalating fight over extradition
An ICE officer's release from a Texas jail has sparked new debate over extradition procedures and federal-local law enforcement cooperation.
ICE Agent's Texas Jail Release Adds Tension to Extradition Dispute
An ICE officer was released from a Texas jail, creating new complications in ongoing disputes over extradition procedures. The incident highlights escalating tensions between federal immigration enforcement and local law enforcement authorities. The case has broader implications for how jurisdictions handle extradition requests.
Johnson County Sheriff's Office to Get Acting Leader Amid Indictments
An acting sheriff will assume leadership of the Johnson County Sheriff's Office following new indictments in an ongoing case involving the department.
Former chief deputy fired by Johnson County sheriff files petition to remove him from office
A former chief deputy who was terminated by the Johnson County sheriff has filed a petition seeking the sheriff's removal from office, escalating an internal dispute within the county law enforcement agency.
Fired Johnson County Chief Deputy Moves to Oust Sheriff
A former chief deputy who was terminated by the Johnson County sheriff has filed a petition seeking the sheriff's removal from office. The legal action represents an escalation in what appears to be a significant internal conflict within the sheriff's department.
Ex-Chief Deputy Moves To Oust Johnson County Sheriff Adam King
A former Johnson County Chief Deputy has filed a petition seeking the removal of Sheriff Adam King from office. The filing represents a significant internal challenge to the sheriff's administration.
Johnson County Sheriff's Trial Ends Without Verdict
A mistrial has been declared in the trial of the Johnson County Sheriff, ending the proceedings without a verdict. The case will likely need to be retried or dismissed depending on legal proceedings.
Judge Declares Mistrial in Johnson County Sheriff Case
A mistrial has been declared in a trial involving the Johnson County Sheriff, ending proceedings without a verdict being reached.
Mistrial Declared in Trial of Johnson County Sheriff
A mistrial was declared in a trial involving a Johnson County Sheriff, though specific details about the case and charges are not provided in the available information.
Mistrial Declared in Retaliation Case Against Sheriff King
A mistrial has been declared in a retaliation case against Johnson County Sheriff Adam King. The case will likely need to be retried or dismissed depending on the prosecution's next steps.
Mistrial Declared in Johnson County Sheriff Adam King Case
A trial involving Johnson County Sheriff Adam King concluded without reaching a verdict. The case details remain unclear from the available information.
Judge Declares Mistrial in Johnson County Sheriff Case
A mistrial has been declared in the trial of the Johnson County Sheriff, halting the current legal proceedings. The case will likely need to be retried or dismissed depending on the reasons cited by the court.
Mistrial declared in Johnson County Sheriff Adam King abuse case
A jury failed to reach a verdict in the abuse of office trial against Johnson County Sheriff Adam King, resulting in a mistrial. The case centered on allegations of misconduct by the county's top law enforcement official.
Sheriff's Trial Reaches Third Day of Witness Testimony
The Johnson County sheriff's trial entered its third day of testimony, continuing to draw significant local attention. The Fort Worth Star-Telegram is providing live coverage of the proceedings.
Johnson County Sheriff Adam King stands trial on retaliation charges
Johnson County Sheriff Adam King is facing trial in a retaliation case, according to reporting from CBS News.
Trial Begins for Johnson County Sheriff Facing Harassment Charges
A jury has been selected for the trial of the Johnson County sheriff who faces accusations of sexual harassment and retaliation. The case is now moving forward to trial proceedings.
Johnson County Sheriff Publicly Denies Affair, Threats, Secret Child Allegations
The Johnson County Sheriff has publicly denied allegations involving a past affair, death threats, and a secret child. The denial comes as serious accusations against the sheriff's office leadership have surfaced in local media coverage.
Johnson County Raises Alarms Over Data Center Growth Impacts
Johnson County officials have raised concerns about the environmental and infrastructure impacts of data center development, citing risks related to chemical usage, power consumption, and noise pollution.
Johnson County Sheriff Publicly Denies Misconduct Allegations
The Johnson County Sheriff has publicly denied allegations involving a past affair, death threats, and a secret child. The denials come as the sheriff faces serious personal misconduct accusations.
Johnson County Sheriff's Office Fires Deputy Chief Over Insubordination
A Johnson County Deputy Chief was terminated for insubordination after failing to appear for an Internal Affairs interview. The firing marks a significant personnel action within the sheriff's office.
Johnson County Sheriff's Office Fires Deputy Chief Over Insubordination
A Johnson County Deputy Chief was terminated for insubordination after failing to appear for an Internal Affairs interview, according to reports.
North Texas Sheriff Faces Neglect, Harassment, Jail Birth Allegations
A North Texas sheriff faces multiple serious allegations including neglect of inmates, a harassment scandal, and reports of births occurring in jail facilities, raising questions about conditions and oversight at the county detention center.
Johnson County polling sites ran short on ballots, causing long waits
Johnson County voters experienced significant delays at polling places that ran out of paper ballots multiple times during voting. The shortage forced some residents to wait hours to cast their ballots.
Judge Warns Johnson County Sheriff Over Bond Violations
Johnson County Sheriff Brad Chaffee received a formal warning from the court after allegedly violating conditions of his bond, marking a serious escalation in his ongoing legal troubles.
Judge warns Johnson County Sheriff over bond condition violations
Johnson County Sheriff Ed Ploconductor received a formal warning from a judge after allegedly violating bond conditions imposed on him. The warning was characterized as his first and final opportunity to comply with court orders.
Cleburne Lands $42 Million in State Funds for Water Planning
Cleburne received $42 million in state funding that will allow the city to revise its water supply plans. The grant provides flexibility for the municipality to explore alternative approaches to meeting future water needs.