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Dallas City Council Confronts Legal Challenge Over State Fair of Texas Gun Ban as Attorney General Ken Paxton Sets Ultimatum
The debate around the State Fair of Texas' recent gun ban has escalated to the doors of the Dallas City Council as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issues a threat of legal action. The council convened in a closed session to deliberate on the new gun policy, which was implemented after a shooting incident at the fair last year left three people injured. According to CBS News, Paxton's ultimatum underlines the policy's conflict with state laws that permit licensed gun owners to carry firearms on government-owned properties.
Stone Temple Pilots and Live Take Dos Equis Pavilion Back to the '90s
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Super Moon Over Dallas Texas Time Lapse Video Goes Viral
There is something cool about time-lapse videos. This is the technique where a camera snaps one frame of video every few seconds or even minutes, then when it's played back at regular speed, it looks like it's happening at super speeds. I think most of our first experience with these...
Myrtle Polk missing Oak Cliff
DALLAS - More than two months have passed since 88-year-old Myrtle Polk went missing from her Singing Hills neighborhood in Oak Cliff, leaving her tight-knit community of family and friends on a desperate search for answers.Myrtle Polk was last seen in early June along Indian Creek Trail, driving a Black 2004 Lexus ES 330 sedan, which has also not been located. Given her age and medical history, the Texas Department of Public Safety issued a Silver Alert, and highway signs were activated for several days to assist in the search.Her only son, Philip Polk, said because of the length of...
CeeDee Lamb Sends Strong Message to Cowboys Amid Contract Dispute
CeeDee Lamb is holding out for a new contract, but he’s not slowing down. The Dallas Cowboys star receiver says he’s been “grinding” in preparation for the season while waiting for the call to rejoin his teammates. Lamb has been quiet during his extended holdout, which...
Neighbors lament loss of iconic Highland Park mansion
Members of the nonprofit Preservation Park Cities organization say the tearing down of an Italian Renaissance mansion marks a significant loss for the architectural history of North Texas. Large construction equipment was on the site at 4101 Beverly Drive on Friday continuing to tear down the mansion, which began on...
This Disgusting Crime is Happening Way Too Much in Texas
I’m tired of this uncomfortable topic not being discussed, it’s happening way too much in Texas and across the country and it needs to stop. While I admit I don’t watch the news anymore I try to stay up on news and information that applies to Texas, and it seems like this crime is popping up all the time. I am talking about teachers, aides, and administration preying on students.
Texas Man Caught Smuggling Drugs In Plush Toys From Buc-ee’s
Folks in Texas flock to Buc-ee's for many good reasons. But using their plush toys to hide your drugs is usually not one of them. Such was the case when a man was busted in the Lone Star State after the cops found a bunch of drugs in his toys.
Farmer’s Almanac Predicts Six Inches of Snow for Texas
Is another “snowpocalypse” in store for Texas?. The Great Texas Freeze of 2021 is still fresh on the minds of Texans. I’ll never forget the fact that there was a winter storm warning for the entire state. Talk about an unprecedented weather event. Here in North Texas,...
It’s A Felony Yet It Continues to Happen in Texas
If someone in Texas decides to break this law they are facing a felony charge, but for some reason it continues to increase and it needs to stop, immediately. For most people the idea of dumping an animal somewhere is a disgusting and horrible action, but it’s a serious problem here in the state of Texas.
Expert Warns of Rodent Surge in Texas
Texas appears to be primed for a spike in rodent infestations. Nothing makes me cringe like the thought of rodents living in my home. Having a single rat find its way into my home is enough to make me want to pack up and leave. But an infestation? Yeah, it’s time to scorch the earth at that point.
BE ALERT: 17 Year Old Texas Girl Under Arrest For Possible School Shooting Attempt
Frightening news took place when according to KXAN reported that a Texas 17-year-old girl by the name of Giana Castillo allegedly attempted to prepare a shooting at an elementary school. It was reported that the 17-year-old allegedly made online threats against an Austin elementary school. Once the FBI received the information, it was quickly identified that Giana Castillo was making concerning statements online regarding the planning of an active shooter event at Graham Elementary School.
Texas Department of Public Safety Director Announces Retirement After 15 Years
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Director Steven C. McCraw announced his retirement in a letter to over 11,000 DPS officers and employees this morning. “There is no more important responsibility in government than ensuring the safety and security of our citizens,” McCraw wrote in the...
North Texas’ Katapult Holdings Promotes Exec to New Position of President/Chief Growth Officer
Katapult Holdings, a Plano-based e-commerce company focused on financial technology, has promoted COO Derek Medlin to the newly created role of president and chief growth officer. “Derek has been a terrific partner to me over the past seven years and I am excited to expand his role at this critical...
Google will invest more than $1 billion into 2 Texas data centers
Google is making a big investment in Texas to the tune of $1 billion.The video above is from ABC13's 24/7 livestream.According to a news release, the tech giant will spend more than $1 billion to support its cloud and data center infrastructure. The company is also expanding its commitment to clean energy.The $1 billion will be spent on data center campuses in Midlothian and Red Oak to help meet the growing demand for Google Cloud, AI innovations, and other digital products and services such as Search, Maps, and Workspace.To read the rest of this story, visit our partners at Houston CultureMap.
McKinney North leaning on depth in new-look district
The Bulldogs have been a postseason mainstay with 10 appearances over the past 11 seasons, and extending that streak will mean tackling an entirely new set of obstacles this fall. North is in a much more travel-friendly district after being realigned to 5-5A Division I, a conference that should test...
Young North Texas father survives two strokes
A North Texas father is counting his blessings after suffering two back-to-back strokes. Doctors say quick actions are what saved his life. Just eight months ago, 37-year-old Miguel Palacios was fighting for his life. "I just remember being dizzy and then telling my wife, 'Hey, call the ambulance. Something is...
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