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Dallas Local News
Three years after stopping the program due to safety concerns, Dallas is bringing back electric scooters on the streets
Dallas, Texas – As Dallas nears the imminent revitalization of its electric scooter and bicycle scheme, suspended almost three years ago due to safety and regulation challenges, the conundrum of the security associated with these “micromobility” contrivances persists. Armed with robustly enhanced regulations, city transport authorities assert they are on…
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Community
New Frisco westside venue: The Owl Bar & Boards
The latest addition to Frisco’s vibrant food and drink scene is The Owl Bar & Boards, set to open its doors before June 1st at its location on 6363 Dallas Parkway, Ste. 120, Frisco. According to the staff of The Owl Bar & Boards, the grand opening should take place…
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Community
Sara Terry joins Pacific Elm Properties, leaves Colliers
Sara Terry, an esteemed brokerage professional and expert in the urban Dallas market, has announced her resignation from her highly regarded role as executive vice president and director of agency leasing with Colliers DFW. Terry is set to join Pacific Elm Properties, prestigious executive team, as its newly appointed chief…
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Fort Worth Local News
2 minors shot in Fort Worth leaving 1 dead and 1 injured
In the southern US city of Fort Worth, Texas, a child has been tragically killed and another injured following a shooting at an apartment complex on Sunday. Police authorities report that the incident occurred just before 1:15 p.m. in the 2900 block of Broadmoor Drive and that two juvenile victims…
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Texas News
Women in Texas File Lawsuits Alleging Abortion Law Endangers Their Lives
Texas’ restrictive abortion laws have been challenged by a group of over a dozen women in a new lawsuit. The Center for Reproductive Rights is leading the challenge against a state law that bars abortions unless a mother’s life is at risk – an exception that is not clearly defined. The…
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Dallas Local News
DART Paratransit Vehicle Taken for Joyride; Suspect Arrested
A reckless driver who had stolen a DART paratransit van was captured by the Dallas police after crashing into several parked cars and a bicyclist before trying to flee on foot. The person who took the van was reported by DART officials to have taken it from a storage facility…
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Fort Worth Local News
American Airlines and pilots union reach tentative deal before busy travel season
American Airlines Pilots and the Allied Pilots Association (APA) have reached a principle agreement after over four years of negotiations, putting an end to potential strikes that have been looming for some time. This comes as a sigh of relief for passengers who are gearing up for peak travel season,…
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Dallas Local News
Dallas Student Gets Free Car for Perfect Attendance
Faith Family Academy, a charter school in Dallas, collaborated with a used car dealership to present a car to a student of the school, as part of their ongoing partnership. Johanna Castillo, a sophomore student, was randomly picked amongst the five pupils with perfect attendance for the year and awarded…
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Texas News
Mother Accuses Border Patrol of Refusing Hospital Care to Daughter, Resulting in Tragic Death
Border Patrol in Texas is under scrutiny following the death of an 8-year-old girl in custody. The mother of the young girl, who was medically fragile due to a history of heart problems and sickle cell anemia, claims agents ignored her multiple pleas to hospitalize her daughter. Mabel Alvarez Benedicks…
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Dallas Local News
Texas Legislators’ Response to School Safety After Uvalde Incident: A Year Later
As the 88th Texas legislative session draws to a close, lawmakers are fervently advancing their bills at the State Capitol. With the anniversary of the Uvalde mass shooting looming, bills focusing on school safety have come under the spotlight. The creation of a safety and security department at the Texas…
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Community
St. Martin’s Wine Bistro moving to new location in East Dallas
French restaurant St. Martin’s Wine Bistro is set to relocate to Old East Dallas after it closes its doors in Lower Greenville on May 20th. The establishment’s management team has been tight-lipped about the new location’s specifics, however, filings with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation list the restaurant’s…
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Texas News
Texas’ Most Popular Baby Names of 2022 Unveiled
The Social Security Administration of America has released the official list of the top five baby names in Texas for the year 2022. The agency compiles the baby name list since 1997, with names dating back to as early as 1880. Parents name their children upon applying for their Social…
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Education
Arlington ISD Board Approves Fourth Consecutive Year of 4% Raises
Arlington Independent School District (ISD) Board of Trustees has approved new salary increases for all eligible employees. The decision was made during a board meeting held on Thursday night, with the aim of recruiting and retaining talented individuals to the district. The board president, Melody Fowler, emphasized that one of…
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Fort Worth Local News
Dallas Awaits Decision on World Cup Finals and Broadcast Center Locations as 2026 Tournament Logo is Unveiled.
FIFA, the International Federation of Association Football, has unveiled the official logos for the 2026 World Cup, including a special one representing Dallas. The logos were released on Wednesday evening and feature the iconic World Cup trophy in front of the number 26. The AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, is…
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Dallas Local News
Security guard shot dead as gunman breaks into cars at Preston Center
Dallas Police Launch Investigation into Deadly Shooting at Preston Center Plaza Police in Dallas have launched an investigation into a shooting incident which occurred at the Preston Center Plaza at Preston Road and Northwest Highway on a busy day. The unfortunate incident claimed the life of a security guard who…
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Fort Worth Local News
Fort Worth Tops Growth Charts with Highest Increase in US Residents, According to Census Data
Fort Worth, Texas has become the fastest-growing city in the United States, according to new Census data released on May 18. The city’s population has surged by 19,170 people between July 1, 2021 and July 1, 2022, bringing the total to 956,709. This figure is expected to reach one million…
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Community
United Pacific Industries to build new facility in McKinney for auto parts production.
United Pacific Industries, a California-based manufacturer of automotive parts and products for both commercial trucks and classic cars, is all set to establish its new operations facility in McKinney, Texas later this year. The company announced this news in a press release as it prepares to occupy a new 280,000-square-foot…
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Education
Dallas ISD Honors Close to 100 Seniors as 2023 Big Tex Scholars
Ninety-seven high school seniors hailing from six Dallas Independent School District (ISD) campuses adjacent to the Fair Park neighborhood convened at the iconic State Fair of Texas to accept the esteemed Juanita Craft Scholarship for their remarkable devotion and diligence throughout their secondary schooling. These gifted students fulfilled the program’s…
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Fort Worth Local News
Fugitives Shot by Federal Agents at Fort Worth Apartment Complex
The city of Fort Worth, Texas found itself in the midst of an intense law enforcement operation after two fugitives were shot by federal agents on Thursday afternoon. The incident took place in an apartment complex located near Randol Mill Road, just south of I-30, and resulted in a massive…
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Dallas Local News
Free Book Fair Hosted by 12-Year-Old in North Texas
Twelve-year-old Orion Jean, a young individual known for his quest to make the world a better place, is continuing his campaign – ‘Race to Kindness’ at the T.R. Hoover Community Development Center on Bexar Street in Dallas, this Saturday, May 20th from 10 am to 1 pm. Leadership and kindness…
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Dallas Local News
Midlothian Man Accuses Police and Teachers of Mistreating Him and His Son at Park
Midlothian Father Accuses Police and School Teachers of Mistreatment in Park A Midlothian father, Broderick Russel, has accused police and school teachers of mistreatment during a trip to a park with his son. Russel claims that he had to start recording a video because he couldn’t believe what was happening…
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