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Texas News
After pleading guilty, 49-year-old man was sentenced to 6 years in federal prison for human smuggling
Laredo, Texas – In an unequivocal demonstration of justice, on June 29, the gavel of law pronounced judgment on Arling Antonio Gutierrez-Garcia, a 49-year-old Nicaraguan national, for his active participation in a deadly human trafficking conspiracy. A collective of agencies including Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Laredo, U.S. Border Patrol, law…
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Community
The City of Plano Parks and Recreation launches “Where Community Grows” contest
Plano, Texas – In a vivid illustration of the community spirit embodied by the “Where Community Grows” theme of this year’s National Park and Recreation Month, Plano Parks and Recreation has issued a clarion call to artists. Emphasizing that talent knows no bounds, the organization is encouraging artists, regardless of…
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Dallas Local News
Dallas County Health and Human Services confirms that a mosquito pool tested positive for West Nile virus
Dallas, Texas – Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) has made a concerning revelation: the detection of a mosquito pool testing positive for the potentially dangerous West Nile virus. The samples affirming this outcome were systematically acquired from two locations, namely Farmers Branch and Coppell, according to the health…
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Community
‘Summer of Safety’ initiative: City of Dallas is giving away up to 10,000 all-access passes for free to teenagers
Dallas, Texas – In a proactive endeavor to ensure the safety and engagement of teenagers during the sun-soaked, potentially troublesome summer months, Dallas city officials are ardently encouraging families to participate in their innovative summer program. A unique initiative, it proposes to distribute up to 10,000 all-encompassing admission passes, granting…
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Texas News
Texas teenager went missing in 2015. He was “located safe” eight years later this past weekend
Texas – Emerging from an inexplicable eight-year-long hiatus, a young man once known as a missing Texas adolescent surfaced alive and in reasonably good health this past Saturday. Texas teenager went missing in 2015. He was “located safe” eight years later this past weekend Rudy Farias, a Houston native, who…
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Education
Richardson ISD has voted the budget for fiscal year 2023-24, it includes a $14.8 million deficit
Richardson, Texas – In an early June decision that reverberated throughout the financial quarters of North Texas, the Board of Trustees for Richardson Independent School District (RISD) chose to ratify a fiscal plan for the 2023-24 year that allocates $407.7 million, despite projecting a close to $15 million deficit. Richardson…
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Dallas Local News
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 to…
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Texas News
Plano City Council approved nearly $3 million for roadways overlays
Plano, Texas – In a significant stride toward infrastructure improvement, the Plano City Council has given its stamp of approval on a contract valued nearly at $2.9 million with FNH Construction LLC. The decision, passed during the Council’s meeting on June 26th, signals the commencement of several key road renovation…
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Fort Worth Local News
Fort Worth’s East Lancaster Avenue to undergo significant redevelopment with $20 million federal grant
Fort Worth, Texas – In a groundbreaking move set to enhance urban redevelopment, the city of Fort Worth is set to benefit from a substantial injection of $20 million in federal funding. This largesse is earmarked for the transformation of the East Lancaster corridor, a monumental undertaking that is part…
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Fort Worth Local News
Early Friday evening fire incident in Arlington apartment complex displaces more than 30 residents
Arlington, Texas -On Friday evening, a significant conflagration broke out in Arlington, wreaking havoc at the Verandahs at Cliffside apartment complex and injuring three firefighters in its path, whilst compelling more than thirty residents to abandon their homes, according to Deputy Fire Chief Jon Padilla. Around of 6 p.m., Padilla…
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Texas News
Rent prices in Dallas and across Texas have slightly decreased in May
Dallas, Texas – As Lone Star State residents grapple with the escalating financial tribulations brought about by the climbing cost of living – encompassing everything from gasoline to housing and even the humble roll of toilet paper – it’s crucial to look at the silver lining etched in this economic…
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Education
Dallas ISD confirms pay raise for teachers as newly approved budget for fiscal year 2023-24 sees 7% increase
Dallas, Texas – In a resolute move to adjust educator pay scales, the Dallas Independent School District (DISD) Board of Trustees, on June 22, cast a decisive vote establishing a comprehensive budget of $2 billion for the fiscal year 2023-24. Dallas Independent School District newly approved budget for fiscal year…
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Dallas Local News
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 Northern…
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Community
Playground Park Joya: One-of-a-kind family experience is coming to Dallas County
Dallas, Texas – In a novel addition to its already expansive array of family entertainment, North Texas embraces a fresh, luminescent venture. The Parks and Recreation Department of Farmers Branch recently disclosed the inauguration of the nation’s pioneering glow-in-the-dark playground on Monday that will be located in Farmers Branch. The…
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Texas News
Birdcall brings variety of delicious chicken sandwiches and milkshakes in Frisco early in July
Frisco, Texas – Poised to add a fresh twist to the Dallas culinary scene, Birdcall, a Denver-based restaurant concept recognized for its delectable all-natural crispy chicken sandwich, made its first foray into Texas earlier this year. The innovative restaurant in Carrollton replaced the erstwhile Taco Cabana at 3232 E. Hebron…
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Fort Worth Local News
Fort Worth ISD trustees approve controversial compensation package amidst Fort Worth ISD budget deficit
Fort Worth, Texas – In a marked display of fiscal assertiveness, Fort Worth Independent School District (ISD) trustee Anael Luebanos has announced his conditional approval of an unbalanced budget for the 2023-24 academic year, accompanied by a rigorous demand for augmented student results. Fort Worth ISD trustees approve controversial compensation…
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Education
New policies: Keller ISD students must use restrooms and locker rooms based on the biological sex
Keller, Texas – In a protracted Wednesday evening session marked by an hour and a half of public discourse, the Keller Independent School District board sanctioned a series of contentious policy modifications centering on pronoun utilization. The special board assembly, which took place more than a week subsequent to a…
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Dallas Local News
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 iconic…
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Community
City of Mesquite to host 17th Annual Doggie Splash Day
Mesquite, Texas – Calling all pups and their people to splash and play at the City of Mesquite’s 17th Annual Doggie Splash Day. The event will be held from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 5, at Vanston Pool, 2913 Oates Dr. in Mesquite. City of Mesquite to host 17th…
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Texas News
He had 47 up-skirt, undressing videos in his phone: Plano man sentenced to life for secretly recording women
Plano, Texas – The Collin County District Attorney’s Office has disclosed the sentencing of a Plano resident, 45-year-old Darius Bradford, to a life term in prison. This sentence is the consequence of his nefarious acts, surreptitiously recording women in numerous ‘up-skirt and undressing videos.’ Plano Police Departments started looking into…
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Dallas Local News
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 study…
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