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Nationwide Microsoft outage causing impacts at North Texas airports
NORTH TEXAS – A nationwide outage could impact North Texas travelers Friday morning.Banks, airlines, TV stations and health systems in countries around the world that rely on Microsoft's 365 apps reported widespread outages Friday.According to FlightAware, as of 9 a.m., there are a total of 226 delays at DFW International Airport and 93 cancellations. There are a total of 46 delays at Dallas Love Field Airport and four cancellations.At 7:30 a.m., DFW Airport said they anticipate significant delays and cancellations throughout the day. "We ask customers to verify your flight status with your airline prior to heading to the airport....
Message to Black consumers in the wake of major procedural changes looming in real estate transactions
(Special to The Dallas Examiner) – In the near future, the home buying process will undergo significant change, particularly in the dynamics between homebuyers, sellers and the real estate agents facilitating the transactions. These changes, stemming from a potential court case settlement, will redefine how home sellers compensate agents for the buyers of their home. The National Association of Real Estate Brokers wants to assure Black families and individuals that our realtists, who often represent buyers, will continue to offer exceptional advice and service. These changes could potentially affect the affordability and accessibility of homeownership for Black families, and NAREB is committed to mitigating these impacts.
Dancing on: Dallas ISD hosts summer dance intensive
(Special to The Dallas Examiner) – A lifelong dancer who bounced back from an injury, Riah H. has learned what it is like to start over. “I never really got back out there, so I had to start from the beginner level,” she said. “That was very humbling for me, and I learned a lot. I exceeded so much in my journey, and I had to come back down and start over.”
Palladium USA Project OK’d for South Loop 12; Could Bring More Housing for Senior Citizens
Dallas plan commissioners recommended last week approving a rezoning request allowing the construction of a four-story, 120-unit retirement community on the southeast corner of Cockrell Hill Road and Blue Ridge Boulevard. The South Loop 12 development could help address the lack of affordable housing specifically suited for senior citizens. Homes...
Alyssa Lang will guest host KSR’s Friday morning show
Just off a long week at SEC Media Days, Alyssa Lang will be KSR’s special guest host for Friday morning’s show. When most people would take the day off to rest up, Alyssa agreed to fill in for Matt Jones for a morning to talk with the rest of the KSR crew. I suspect her […] The post Alyssa Lang will guest host KSR’s Friday morning show appeared first on On3.
Nonprofit creates fund to support Keller ISD educator, students amid spending cuts
An organization offering funding and support to Keller ISD schools has launched a new program for educators who need resources that might not be offered in the budget. The Keller Education Foundation this week announced the Ongoing Needs and Essentials, or O.N.E, Fund. It provides financial aid to teachers and students in the district by giving donors the option to donate to specific areas.
OpTic Texas dominates to open CDL Championship Weekend
(Photo credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports) Home turf proved to be an advantage Thursday as the Call of Duty League's Championship Weekend kicked off in Allen, Texas. Playing in the final of four games on Thursday, OpTic Texas swept the LA Guerrillas 3-0 to advance to the second round of the winners' bracket. Up next will be Los Angeles' other team -- the LA Thieves -- in the first of two Round 2 winners' bracket matches.
Business owners, students question Dallas barber school claims upon sudden closure
Days after a Dallas barber school shut its doors suddenly and told students they would be accepted at another school without paying any extra cost, that other barber academy tells NBC 5 they never reached any such agreement. NBC 5 first reported on Tuesday that Blade Craft Barber Academy on...
Two North Texas moms were robbed, kidnapped at gunpoint before a jog along Trinity Park, police say
FORT WORTH, Texas — Two Fort Worth moms are still reeling from trauma after police say they were robbed and kidnapped at gunpoint over the weekend. On Sunday, at around 5:30 a.m., the two sisters-in-law who asked not to be identified out of concern for their safety, met at Trinity Park for their weekly run. The women, who drove separately, were preparing to stretch before their run when suddenly a white Cadillac parked directly behind one of their vehicles.
PTA members say their principal chose to no longer welcome their organization on campus
They're the backbone of so many schools. Parent Teacher Associations, like the one at Porter Elementary in Mesquite, raise money, and volunteer time to better help kids grow. "Miss Goodner, sweetheart of the school. She said books, books for the vending machine. Our dear counselor Miss Ontiveros, she said uniforms for kids that are less fortunate to help the students right here in our community," said PTA President of Porter Elementary, Ava Moss, of the work she and other parents pulled off.
Thieves target NTX Hispanic-owned stores
Surveillance video from a Grand Prairie clearly shows the three men in hoods as they stole tens of thousands of dollars. A Dallas restaurant was also recently burglarized and caught them on camera. The burglars seen in both videos have striking similarities.
Watch Crazy Chase In Texas – Suspect Gunned Down By Police
A car thief in Texas led police on a 20 minute chase before exiting his vehicle and being shot 7 times by the pursuing officers. (Graphic Video) Fort Worth police chased a car thief all over the north side of town before a spike strip deflated his tires and helped bring the pursuit to an end.
Dallas judge's proposed "neutral third party" review of Juvenile Justice Center rejected
DALLAS COUNTY — So who's telling the truth about conditions inside Dallas County's Juvenile Justice Center?It is the question of the moment following new accusations from community activists who claim that the children being held there are subjected to "inhumane" conditions.Now, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins is suggesting a new path to transparency, saying "all the information that comes out is negative. And then the juvenile director will have a press conference and say it's all untrue. Get the data to a neutral party so that everybody knows what is actually happening."Jenkins suggests allowing a neutral third party, such as representatives of...
Plano launches short-term rental registration platform
The city of Plano has launched its registration platform for short-term rentals (STR) following the implementation of new ordinances in April. On July 8, Plano announced a link allowing STR owners to officially register their properties with the city. Operators must complete all necessary forms and register by Aug. 1, 2024 at Plano.gov/STR.
Bear Meng Poised to Dominate the Field this Season for Wylie
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) – Bear Meng returns as the starting quarterback for Wylie. When asked why he’s a player to watch this season, all the credit distributed to his teammates. Bear Meng said, “I think it’s just, I got a great supporting cast around me, and I...
Everything Mark Stoops said from the podium at 2024 SEC Media Days
Mark Stoops has done SEC Media Days more than any other active SEC head coach who made the trip to Dallas. The conference decided to let its longest-tenured head coach wrap up the festivities. Stoops has been Kentucky’s head coach for over a decade. There was a time last year...
Theft of property, criminal trespass in this week's crime log
This is a crime wrap-up from July 9 to 15. On July 9, officers investigated a fire alarm pull station that had been pulled erroneously, UTA Police Capt. Mike McCord said in an email. False alarm or report at an institution of higher education is a state jail felony, punishable...
Young gymnast springs from Plano to Paris Olympics
The city of Plano announced July 1 that two young Planoites, Asher Hong and Hezly Rivera, will compete on the U.S. gymnastics team in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Asher Hong has had a passion for gymnastics since age 5, according to his father, Rick Hong.
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