Should Dallas build its own jail? One county commissioner says yes ... and more news

Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price says Dallas should consider building its own jail, suggesting it could help lower the near-capacity county jail population. Price told City Council members on Wednesday that space at the over 7,100-person capacity Lew Sterrett Justice Center remains an issue, and he believes the city isn’t paying enough to cover its costs; In other news, when the Texas Railroad Commission was created in 1891, regulating trains was part of its mission. The state agency’s duties have changed but the name has not, which can be confusing, particularly for voters who choose the three commissioners who create many of the rules governing Texas’ fossil fuel industry; And Southwest Airlines economy fare passengers may have to sacrifice some precious legroom to make way for new premium seating sections on many of the carrier’s planes. The company unveiled plans Thursday for new boarding and seating configuration arrangements to accommodate assigned seating in 2025.

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