Fort Worth church's human trafficking shelter approved

Fort Worth approves Mercy Culture’s human trafficking victim shelter after heated debate
Government at any level has no place telling any religious institution how they are permitted to live out their beliefs.”
Mercy Culture gets greenlight from Fort Worth council to build human trafficking shelter
Political divisions and concerns over a legal battle punctuated heated debate over whether the church could build housing for trafficking survivors.
Fort Worth City Council approves site plans for 100+ bed facility for human trafficking victims
The Fort Worth City Council approved a site plan for Mercy Culture Church's Human Justice Reform center. The church intends to build a new, nearly 43,000 square foot facility with 107 beds and 16 staff members.
Fort Worth church's human trafficking shelter approved, despite neighbors' opposition
A years-long fight between a church and a neighborhood ended Tuesday as councilmembers allowed the church to build a shelter to house victims of human trafficking.
Jay Chapa named next Fort Worth city manager in historic appointment
Jesus “Jay” Chapa has been named Fort Worth’s next city manager, despite criticisms from some council members and community members that the search process was flawed.
Fort Worth church's human trafficking shelter approved despite opposition
The city council approved the site plan for Mercy Culture Church's proposed residential facility last night in a divided 6-4 vote.
Mercy Culture threatens to sue individual Fort Worth council members if shelter is denied
Mercy Culture is threatening to sue individual Fort Worth City Council members and city staff if a proposed human trafficking victim shelter isn’t approved at the Dec. 10 council meeting, according to a demand letter obtained by the Star-Telegram.
Fort Worth City Council approves shelter for victims of human trafficking despite opposition
Despite lots of opposition, a plan to build a shelter for human trafficking victims was approved by the Fort Worth City Council. Mercy Culture Church in northeast Fort Worth has plans to build a Justice Residence,
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Fort Worth takes control of MedStar management, creates new medical director office
Seven months after voting to begin dissolving MedStar and create its own fire-based EMS system, the Fort Worth City Council ...
How much would Kevin’s ‘Home Alone’ groceries cost at Fort Worth grocery stores in 2024?
A Threads user posted “I’m watching Home Alone (and) he goes to the store and gets two big bags of groceries, he doesn’t even ...
Fort Worth woman escapes alleged kidnapper in Arlington. Police arrest suspect.
Police officers in Arlington responded to a convenience store on North Collins Street after a woman called to report she had ...
Jesus "Jay" Chapa named Fort Worth's next city manager in historic appointment
The Fort Worth City Council voted to appoint Jesus "Jay" Chapa as the next city manager on Tuesday night.
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A Night for Chelsea & Evan
Like many suburban bars, the calendar at O’Shea’s is sprinkled with karaoke nights, trivia events, seasonal parties, and tribute shows. The Dick Beldings, the local ’90s tribute band named for the ...
Fort Worth City Council approves Jay Chapa's hiring as new city manager
After several attempts to delay the vote, the Fort Worth City Council voted to approve hiring Jay Chapa as the new city ...
Bonton Farms lands travel store, market at DFW Airport
The new store will feature products from the Dallas urban farm, as well as products from other North Texas businesses.
Texas Wesleyan University to offer free tuition for students who receive full Pell Grants
Students also may be eligible for scholarships and financial aid that could help cover other costs such as books and room and board.