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Texas News
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announces major investment in Texas Tech to strengthen critical infrastructure protections against foreign threats
Austin, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott announced last week that the Governor’s Public Safety Office has awarded $149 million to Texas Tech University to expand cybersecurity efforts and develop a new Electromagnetic Pulse testing site. The funding marks one of the largest recent investments aimed at strengthening protections for critical…
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Federal complaint alleges Texas Tech assistant professor Daniel Taylor conspired to distribute fentanyl known as “Pink Flamingo” and “Ghost”
Lubbock, Texas – A Texas Tech University professor and two Lubbock residents are facing federal charges after authorities alleged they were involved in a fentanyl trafficking operation that stretched across several months. United States Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Ryan Raybould announced that Daniel Taylor, 50, an assistant…
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Dallas Local News
Dallas audiences invited to Echo Theatre for intimate two-person drama You Must Wear a Hat running Feb. 27 through March 14
Dallas, Texas – Audiences will soon gather at Echo Theatre for the debut of a brand-new work that leans into uncertainty, memory and the quiet weight of survival. From Feb. 27 through March 14, 2026, the company will stage the world premiere of You Must Wear a Hat, written by…
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Dallas Local News
Two days of violence crashes and arrests stretch police resources in Dallas
Dallas, Texas – Dallas police moved from call to call over the course of February 14 and 15, confronting a wide range of emergencies that stretched from violent crime to traffic incidents across multiple neighborhoods. The most serious case unfolded late in the morning on February 15. Officers responding to…
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Dallas Local News
Dallas City Council approves QuikTrip funded safety vehicles for freeway emergency scenes
Dallas, Texas – Dallas officials have agreed to install four more vehicles that will block traffic to assist keep police officers and other emergency workers safe on some of the city’s busiest roads. The Dallas City Council approved the purchase of the Ford F550 cars last week. They were paid…
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Dallas Local News
Dallas moves to protect DART reliability amid regional uncertainty
Dallas, Texas – Dallas officials have taken a decisive step toward reshaping the future of regional public transportation, approving a resolution that supports a revised governance structure for Dallas Area Rapid Transit. The move signals the city’s intent to reinforce stability within the transit system while maintaining cooperation among the…
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Community
Fort Worth officials consider reallocating housing funds boosting animal welfare grants and modernizing crime data systems in consequential February policy meeting
Fort Worth, Texas – Fort Worth’s City Council is set to gather Tuesday evening, Feb. 10, for a meeting that will cover transportation planning, neighborhood investment, public safety technology, and animal welfare funding. The session is scheduled for 6 p.m. in the council chambers at City Hall, located at 100…
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Dallas Local News
Dallas authorities confirm death of gunshot victim and continue open case review as questions remain about what led to violence on South Jim Miller Road
Dallas, Texas – Late Thursday night, police officers in Dallas were called to the scene of a reported shooting in the 200 block of South Jim Miller Road, beginning an investigation that remains active. According to authorities, the call came in at approximately 10:25 p.m. on February 5, 2026. When…
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Fort Worth Local News
Fort Worth encourages residents to trade a few Saturday hours for cleaner neighborhoods safer public spaces and a stronger sense of shared civic pride this March
Fort Worth, Texas – Registration has opened for the 41st annual Cowtown Great American Cleanup, a citywide effort that will bring Fort Worth residents together on the morning of Saturday, March 28. Scheduled from 8 to 11 a.m., the event invites people across the community to spend a few hours…
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Fort Worth Local News
Statewide achievement spotlights how Fort Worth libraries are expanding access strengthening programs and reshaping the role of public learning in everyday community life
Fort Worth, Texas – The Fort Worth Public Library has been formally recognized by city leaders after earning a statewide honor that highlights excellence in community service and innovation. During a recent work session, the City Council acknowledged the library system’s receipt of the 2025 Achievement of Excellence in Libraries…
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Dallas Local News
New climate inventory shows Dallas cutting pollution across neighborhoods and government operations while growth continues to reshape the city’s environmental challenges
Dallas, Texas – Dallas is reporting measurable progress in its long-term effort to curb climate-warming pollution, according to the city’s 2023 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory. The latest findings show community-wide emissions have fallen by about 11 percent since 2015, the baseline year used to track reduction goals under the Comprehensive…
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Texas News
Rockwall Christmas Company runs a giveaway and everyone can join multiple times
Rockwall, Texas — Exciting news: the local Rockwall Christmas Company is giving away a special Christmas box full of holiday decorations! The Fisher family, who has lived in Rockwall for over 20 years, is behind the company and its success. It’s not just a shop but a part of the…
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Dallas Local News
Dallas Fire-Rescue alters response strategy amid city concerns, new policies to tackle non-fire emergencies
Dallas, Texas – In an effort to streamline resource distribution amid a rising tide of emergency calls, Dallas Fire-Rescue is revising its response protocols. A notable slice of the department’s agenda has traditionally been devoted to non-fire emergencies, with false alarms, individuals trapped in elevators, and minor vehicular incidents on…
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Dallas Local News
North Texas Food Bank braces for government shutdown: A beacon of hope amid fiscal uncertainty
Dallas, Texas – Amid the backdrop of a tempestuous political climate, the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) fortifies its operations in anticipation of a possible government shutdown, notwithstanding Congress’ recent maneuver to pass a stopgap funding bill, ensuring governmental operations until mid-November. The ominous cloud of a governmental hiatus looms…
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Dallas Local News
Dallas Gun Buyback program to take place this month, turning firearms into gift cards for a safer future
Dallas, Texas – In a determined effort to address the ongoing issue of gun violence, the city of Dallas has rekindled a gun buyback program, seeing its revival after being inactive for numerous years. The essence of this initiative lies in offering financial rewards to gun owners, encouraging them to…
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Education
Groundbreaking $100M STEM complex takes root at UNT Dallas: A leap toward future healthcare excellence
Dallas, Texas – In a collaborative stride towards transformative education and healthcare advancement, esteemed university heads, medical cognoscenti, elected representatives, and community allies ceremoniously initiated the construction of a pioneering, avant-garde STEM facility at the University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) on Friday. The symbolic spade into the soil…
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Texas News
Mesquite names Javan Gonzalez new Visit Mesquite Manager, he took over on October 1
Mesquite, Texas – In a significant administrative update, the City of Mesquite has appointed Javan Gonzalez as the new Visit Mesquite Manager, effective from the 1st of October. Known for his exceptional digital marketing acumen, Mr. Gonzalez boasts a solid decade of experience from both public and private sectors. Javan…
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Community
The University of North Texas at Dallas police to host celebration for National Night Out 2023 at UNT Dallas in Southern Dallas
Dallas, Texas – In a spirited effort to enhance community cohesion and promote safety, a lively, free event is set to enchant attendees with a rich blend of musical performances, enjoyable entertainment, exciting games, a variety of culinary treats including snow cones, complimentary grooming services, helpful information booths, and an…
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Politics
Dallas Mayor’s party switch shocks nation, Democrats demand his resignation
Dallas, Texas – In a startling twist of political theater, the Dallas County Democratic Party has emphatically urged Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson to step down following his abrupt decision to shift his political shift from Democrat to Republican. This unexpected maneuver is slated to come under intense scrutiny at today’s…
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Fort Worth Local News
Fort Worth based college is looking to solving the nursing shortage problem in Texas
Fort Worth, Texas – In a transformative move, the University of North Texas Health Science Center (UNT HSC) at Fort Worth, esteemed for its long-standing dedication to shaping experts in osteopathic medicine, physician assistance, and public health, has now integrated degreed nursing into its comprehensive academic offering. This expansion sees…
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Education
Landmark moment beckons for UNT Dallas with inauguration of a cutting-edge $100m STEM facility
This upcoming Friday, September 29th, marks an emblematic juncture for The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas). In a gesture symbolizing not just physical construction but also academic progress, the university’s higher ranks alongside key campus luminaries will initiate the construction of a $100 million STEM facility. This…
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