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Most recent breaking news about Dallas and the Dallas County area including crime news, politics, community news and events
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Dallas Police Department officially switched to online reporting for most non-emergency calls
Dallas, Texas – A strategic shift in law enforcement protocol to accelerate response time for high-priority incidents such as violent crimes has been Chief Eddie Garcia’s foremost commitment since assuming his role at the helm of the Dallas Police Department (DPD) in early 2021. Dallas Police Department officially switched…
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Dallas man was caught dealing methamphetamine from his business. Now he will spend the rest of his life in prison
Dallas, Texas – In a resounding blow against illicit drug trafficking, notorious Dallas-based narcotics ringleader Marco Antonio Gonzalez, infamously known as “Speedy,” has been awarded life imprisonment for orchestrating a sophisticated methamphetamine trafficking operation under the guise of an automobile dealership. Leigha Simonton, the United States Attorney for the…
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African American Museum of Dallas was awarded $100,000 as part of the retailer’s community impact program
Dallas, Texas – In a jubilant announcement, the African American Museum of Dallas reveals a forthcoming makeover set to redefine its aesthetic landscape. The museum’s long-standing courtyard, although rich in history, has languished over the years, yearning for rejuvenation. As autumn colors begin to paint the city’s skyline, this…
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Report: Dallas is now the 53rd most expensive city in the world for international employees
Dallas, Texas – In a significant shift highlighted by Mercer‘s 2023 report, Dallas now finds itself ranked as the 53rd most expensive city worldwide for international employees, an economic trend that reveals much about the Texan city’s ambition to join the ranks of globally recognized metropolises. Meanwhile, another recent…
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In an effort to avoid future cyberattacks, the City of Dallas to pay millions in new IT security technology
Dallas, Texas – In an endeavor to strengthen the city’s cyber defenses, the Dallas City Council endorsed a sweeping $4 million initiative on Wednesday, sanctioning the acquisition of an advanced system that will monitor and alert the city’s Information Technology (IT) department to potential cyber threats. The move comes…
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Dallas Police are investigating the death of a 39-year-old who died while in custody
Dallas, Texas – The Dallas Police Department has instigated a thorough inquiry into the untimely demise of Xzavier Franklin, aged 39, who breathed his last following his detention as a prime suspect in a murder case, presently under exhaustive investigation. Franklin found himself ensnared in the intricate web of…
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Due to extreme heat, Cedar Ridge Preserve is closing at noon
Dallas, Texas – In an effort to safeguard the well-being of its patrons amidst soaring temperatures, Cedar Ridge Preserve, a favored hiking retreat situated to the southwest of Dallas, has decided to modify its standard operating hours. Ordinarily welcoming visitors from the break of dawn until twilight, the Preserve…
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A law enforcement strategy that started in Boston decades ago is now part of the Dallas Police toolbox, Dallas PD chief explains
Dallas, Texas – Taking a page out of the playbook of Boston’s law enforcement strategies dating back several decades, the Dallas Police Department has now implemented an innovative tactic known as “focused deterrence” as a pivotal weapon in their crime-fighting arsenal. Dallas Police Department uses the strategy to help…
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Dallas man is facing murder charges for deadly shooting incident that stemmed from an altercation
Dallas, Texas – In the wake of a fatal altercation, a man is set to face charges for alleged murder, as disclosed by the Dallas Police Department. The incident, spiraling from a dispute into a fatal shooting, transpired on Hartsdale Drive on the 24th of June, 2023. Officers from…
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U.S. Department of Transportation grants $25 million to DART for building trails along Silver Line
Plano, Texas – In a bid to bolster the infrastructure of Dallas, the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is set to harness a generous $25 million grant sanctioned by the U.S. Department of Transportation. This financial backing will serve as the backbone for the construction of trails along the…