Dallas Local News
Most recent breaking news about Dallas and the Dallas County area including crime news, politics, community news and events
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Dallas misses opportunity to create iconic 55-mile urban trail, ‘The Loop,’ as bike lane plan fizzles
Dallas, Texas – In a recent oversight that has left many in the city of Dallas in a state of consternation, a pivotal opportunity was overlooked pertaining to the development of a significant 55-mile circuit trail system. Dallas based nonprofit The Loop has been constantly pushing about the project…
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Sunday night birthday party in Dallas turned deadly, a child is dead, one adult is seriously injured
Dallas, Texas – In a harrowing turn of events on a Sunday evening, a birthday gathering in Dallas took a tragic twist following a drive-by shooting, leading to the death of a toddler. The incident, which transpired around 9:30 p.m. in a residential area proximate to Fair Park, witnessed…
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After more than two years in the works, Dallas is getting ready for Northaven Trail Bridge opening
Dallas, Texas – In a pivotal development for pedestrian mobility in north Dallas, the Northaven Trail Bridge is slated to inaugurate in October, bridging the geographical divide across the North Central Expressway. This strategic initiative aims to seamlessly connect the western expanse of the Northaven Trail to the verdant…
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Bank of America secures prime spot in Dallas Parkside Office Development
Dallas, Texas – In a significant real estate move within the heart of Dallas, Bank of America is poised to emerge as the principal tenant in an ambitious office venture set to adorn the vicinity of the renowned Klyde Warren Park. Dallas-based firms, Pacific Elm Properties and KDC are…
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Lux Ice, a company that redefines the art of crystal-clear craft ice, moves HQ to Dallas
Dallas, Texas – In a noteworthy business development in North Texas, a company named Lux Ice, celebrated for its premium craft ice production, has officially transitioned its corporate headquarters and core manufacturing center to Dallas’ Flower Mound. Lux Ice new HQ is a 45,000-square-foot facility in Dallas’ Flower Mound…
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Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson fails to substantial cut tax rate as city council votes budget for fiscal year 2023-24
Dallas, Texas – In a notable setback for Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson, the city council rejected his fervent appeal for a substantial property tax rate cut on Wednesday. Instead, they endorsed City Manager T.C. Broadnax’s budget proposal, which contained a more modest tax rate reduction, by a decisive vote…
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Poor air quality in Dallas, a problem that bothers everyone
Dallas, Texas – In a metropolis perpetually ensnared in hazardous air quality advisories, accompanied by an extensive chronicle of environmental inequities, residents of Dallas are pressing for transparency regarding the city’s strategies for implementing informed ecological policies. Dallas air quality improvement starts with air quality data One focal point…