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Coppell mother wants special prosecutor to investigate son's 2014 death
The mother of a Coppell man whose 2014 death remains unresolved is in Washington, D.C., this week to ask North Texas lawmakers for help with the case.Why it matters: Pamela Crews is joining three other families who believe local authorities bungled investigations into the deaths of their loved ones.They're seeking help from their representatives in Congress to get special prosecutors appointed and a liaison between the families and the government agencies.The big picture: The group is led by Nashville-based private investigator Sheila Wysocki, who has been featured in several national crime stories."We're not going in demanding. We're not going in...
Dallas leads the nation in new hotels in the pipeline.
There were more hotels in the works in the Dallas market than any other U.S. area in the first quarter of 2024, according to a Lodging Econometrics report.Why it matters: The country reached an all-time high with 6,065 hotel projects in the pipeline.The Dallas data suggests investors favor the region for new hospitality projects.State of play: Dallas led the country with 185 hotel projects — around 21,900 rooms — planned in the first quarter of 2024.Atlanta had 153 projects in the works, followed by Nashville's 127 and Phoenix's 123.Meanwhile: Dallas ranked second for hotels under construction — 25 projects —...
Fort Worth voters to weigh hotel tax increase to fund convention center
Fort Worth voters will decide this week whether to add 2% to the city's hotel occupancy tax to fund renovations at its downtown convention center and the demolition of the "flying saucer" arena.Why it matters: Fort Worth must compete with Dallas, Arlington and other cities in the metro that have shinier events centers and tourist attractions.In 2022, Dallas voters approved an increase to the hotel occupancy tax to replace the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center as part of a $3 billion development project.This year, Arlington opened its own $550 million convention center attached to a hotel within walking distance from...
Around 20 arrested at UT Dallas pro-Palestinian protest
Police arrested around 20 people at a pro-Palestinian encampment at UT Dallas Wednesday.Why it matters: The crackdown mirrored arrests at protests at UT Austin as Gov. Greg Abbott has declared, "no encampments will be allowed."The big picture: The Pro-Palestinian movement is spreading among college campuses, with students and faculty demanding their leaders divest from companies that have ties to Israel over its punishing assault of Gaza.Some universities have also seen counter-protests in support of Israel, causing tensions and disagreements over the role of law enforcement.What happened: Protesters pitched tents early Wednesday on UT Dallas' Chess Plaza, resembling other encampments at...
Nearly 40% of Texas businesses use AI, per Fed survey
Data: UMD-LinkUp AIMaps; Note: "AI job" defined as a job requiring technical skills to build and/or use AI models. A bigger circle indicates more new jobs per capita. Map: Kavya Beheraj/AxiosNearly 40% of Texas companies use artificial intelligence, and another 17% are planning to incorporate it into their businesses in the coming year, per a survey conducted by the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas.Why it matters: The findings show how companies are approaching AI and how they're weighing its benefits and risks.Context: The Fed's April survey asked questions about traditional AI, which includes programs that can perform tasks using a...
Arlington nuns fight Fort Worth Diocese control
A cloistered order of Carmelite nuns in Arlington spend most of their time secluded from the public, even during mass. They don't grant media interviews, and they devote their lives to prayer.But they are now at the center of a publicized dispute with the Fort Worth bishop they claim is abusing his power.Why it matters: The Monastery of the Most Holy Trinity is fighting what it calls a "hostile takeover" by the organization the Vatican has appointed to govern them. The nuns are working to maintain their organization's independence within the Catholic Church, where the highest level of governance is...
Fastest-growing North Texas ZIP codes
Data: Zillow; Note: Typical home value refers to the average of the middle third of Zillow home value estimates for every home in a given region with a county record, including single-family, condominium and co-operative homes; Table: Axios VisualsA ZIP code in University Park is among North Texas' hottest, per Zillow data shared with Axios.The big picture: That area saw Dallas-Fort Worth's highest jump in typical home values compared to a year earlier, according to Zillow's latest analysis.State of play: More inventory, partly from new construction, is "a key reason home value appreciation in Texas has come back down to earth after skyrocketing during the pandemic," Zillow senior economist Nicole Bachaud tells Axios.Zoom out: Austin (-4.1%) and San Antonio (-1.9%) are two of three major U.S. metro areas where typical home values are down year-over-year, Zillow found.Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston each posted increases that were under 2%.Between the lines: Home value growth varies locally because of factors like job opportunities, development and population trends, which impact supply and demand.
Arlington school shooting shows similarities to others
An 18-year-old Arlington high school student was killed this week in a school shooting that mirrors other incidents across North Texas.Why it matters: School lockdowns and increased security have become the norm on Texas campuses after high-profile mass shootings but the measures haven't stopped violence among students.State of play: Dallas high school students recently walked out of Wilmer-Hutchins High School where a student had been shot the week before to urge school leaders to do more to protect them."Our children are supposed to bury us. We're not supposed to bury them," Dallas ISD trustee Maxie Johnson, whose son died in...
The top grocery stores in Dallas-Fort Worth
Data: Chain Store Guide; Note: Stores under the same brand name have been combined, e.g. Walmart and Walmart Supercenter; Chart: Axios VisualsWalmart is still king of the grocers in Dallas-Fort Worth, according to a new market analysis.The latest: With more than 100 stores in the metro area, Walmart continued to make up the largest share of grocery sales in 2023 in D-FW, per data from Grocery Store Guide, which tracks retail and food service industries.Despite the excitement and crowds H-E-B draws every time it opens a new store, the popular Texas chain holds just shy of 3% of the grocery...
Things to do in Dallas this weekend
🌍 Fawn over films. The Dallas International Film Festival has a packed lineup of documentary and short films, along with panels with filmmakers and red carpet events.Thursday through May 2 in Dallas. Passes start at $100.🎨 Appreciate the arts. Southlake's Art in the Square returns this weekend with exhibits, activities for families and a Saturday night Tom Petty tribute concert.Friday-Sunday at Southlake Town Square. Free admission.📚 Stock your shelves. Peruse the second annual Oak Cliff Book Crawl to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day.12-7pm Saturday at Lucky Dogs Books, Pan-African Connection, Poets Bookshop, The Wild Detectives and Whose Books. Cost: However much your wallet (and bookshelves) can handle.🎶 Take me to church. Fall in love just a little at Hozier's Unreal Unearth tour, which features Allison Russell.8pm Sunday at Dos Equis Pavilion. Tickets are available on resale sites.
WNBA's Wings could move to downtown Dallas
The Dallas City Council is scheduled to vote today on paying $19 million in incentives to the Dallas Wings in a 15-year deal to bring the WNBA to downtown.Why it matters: This is the city's chance to attract one of its eponymous sports teams to play inside the town limits, instead of in Arlington or Frisco.State of play: The Wings — like the rest of the WNBA — are growing in popularity. Moving to Dallas from Arlington can help the team attract more fans.The team has sold out season ticket memberships for the first time and has seen a 220%...
Dallas-area vintage shops earn Vogue's attention
Dallas-Fort Worth has earned a spot on Vogue's directory highlighting some of the best vintage around the world.The magazine says it's "in a bit of a Texas renaissance" because of Beyoncé.What they're saying: "The home of the first Neiman Marcus and a huge art scene has a long and storied history of loving fashion — and now, vintage lovers can reap the benefits," Vogue says.The irony: The national magazine claiming to know niche spots in Dallas-Fort Worth refers to the latter city as "Forth Worth" in its article and Google listing. 😬Here are some of the spots they recommend for vintage lovers…AAVintedge: A "denim whisperer" owns this shop, recommending jeans for people by just looking at them.2811 N. Henderson Ave., in DallasDolly Python: Actors Jon Hamm and Anna Osceola stopped in the shop while visiting North Texas last month.1914 N. Haskell Ave., in Dallas.Les Muses: Vogue describes the shop as a jewel box that focuses on pieces of femme fatale history.121 N. Elm St., in Denton.Studio 74: The founder is a retired police officer who loves photography and styling vintage pieces.5926 Curzon Ave., in Fort Worth.
What's on the ballot in the May 4 election in Dallas-Fort Worth
Early voting for the May 4 election is underway across North Texas, and several cities are asking voters to approve bond money for proposed projects.Why it matters: The election is expected to have low turnout, but it could have an outsized impact on schools and property taxes.Ballots also include races for mayor, appraisal district board, school board and city council.Context: Texans approved Senate Bill 2 last year, creating three elected appraisal board seats in counties with populations over 75,000 to increase accountability.State of the polls: Dallas voters are weighing in on 10 bond propositions totaling $1.25 billion.Carrollton, Cedar Hill, Coppell...
Dallas-Fort Worth house flippers see profit margin fall
Data: ATTOM; Note: A flip is defined as any transaction between an unrelated buyer and seller within 12 months of a previous transaction; Chart: Axios VisualsDallas-Fort Worth saw one of the biggest dips in house-flipping profit margins last year, per a report from real estate data company ATTOM.Why it matters: Investors are flipping fewer houses as the return on investment has dropped.That could lead to a smaller supply of more affordable homes in North Texas, where about 9% of flipped houses are purchased by people using Federal Housing Administration loans — typically first-time homeowners.The big picture: For years, southern metros like...
"Forever chemicals" found in Dallas-Fort Worth water supply
Dallas and Fort Worth are among several North Texas cities with more "forever chemicals" in their drinking water than the first-ever limits set by the U.S. government.Why it matters: Exposure to harmful synthetic chemicals has been linked to serious health issues, including an increased risk of cancer.In Texas, 49 public water utility systems have reported surpassing new limits to the chemicals, per a Texas Tribune analysis.The big picture: This month, the Environmental Protection Agency announced new rules limiting five synthetic compounds in a class of chemicals collectively known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).The rules require public water systems to...
What to know about the Dallas Mavs, Stars playoff games
The Dallas Mavericks and the Dallas Stars are both headed into the playoffs starting Sunday.Why it matters: North Texans now have two fandoms to join to cheer for a playoff run just months after the Texas Rangers won the World Series.It's a good time for everyone but Cowboys fans.The latest: The Mavs play the LA Clippers on Sunday in Los Angeles in the first game of a best-of-seven series.The Stars will play the reigning Stanley Cup champions, the Vegas Golden Knights, in a best-of-seven series. Vegas dropped to the second wild card spot after their 4-1 loss last night.The Mavs:...
Dallas ranks among the top U.S. allergy capitals
Feeling tired? Have itchy eyes? Sneezing louder than a leaf blower? Welcome to one of the allergy capitals of the U.S.The big picture: The Dallas-Fort Worth area is fourth among the most challenging places to live in the U.S. with allergies, per a recent Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America report.Last year, D-FW had the most "high" and "very high" tree pollen days of the 100 most populous U.S. metros.Driving the news: Pollen counts have been high for the past few weeks in North Texas with little reprieve in sight.And, grass pollen has been especially high this week.Threat level: Allergy...
Why Dallas-Fort Worth has a wide gap in opportunities for kids
Data: Brandeis University; Map: Jared Whalen and Alice Feng/AxiosDallas-Fort Worth has one of the widest child opportunity gaps in the country, meaning children in some neighborhoods are less likely to graduate high school than their peers living just a couple miles away.Why it matters: Children who grow up in high opportunity neighborhoods tend to be healthier, have higher incomes in adulthood and even typically live longer, per the Child Opportunity Index 3.0.The big picture: The index measures social and environmental factors such as school quality, parent employment levels, neighborhood income, park access and air pollution.High opportunity neighborhoods nationwide tend to...
Dan Patrick eyes more property tax relief, other priorities
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has outlined 57 issues for the state Senate to look into — ranging from border security to innovative power generation — before the next legislative session begins in January.Why it matters: Patrick has often been at odds with fellow GOP state leaders but he wields considerable power as presiding officer of the Senate.The Patrick document serves as a roadmap of policy priorities for Texas lawmakers.Context: Patrick's staff created the initial list of policy charges after reviewing hundreds of ideas submitted by the 31 state senators.The office says it may release a second, shorter list by the...
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