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Henderson, Smith among East Texas counties approved for federal disaster relief funding
SMITH COUNTY, Texas (KETK) — The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) announced on Tuesday that FEMA has approved 15 additional Texas counties for federal disaster assistance following severe weather and flooding that began on April 26. TDEM said the list of counties approved for federal help has risen to 63. FEMA approved its Public […]
US Supreme Court denies Rodney Reed's request to review his claim for a new trial
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected Texas death row inmate Rodney Reed's request to review his claim that prosecutors at his 1998 trial illegally suppressed evidence that could have exonerated him in Stacey Stites' murder. According to KVUE's media partners at the Austin American-Statesman, the Supreme Court...
Texas Rep. Doggett first sitting Democrat to publicly call for Biden to exit presidential race
Rep. Doggett's call for President Biden to withdraw from the presidential race comes less than a week after the first presidential debate between President Biden and former President Donald Trump.
Study ranks three Texas lakes among 'dirtiest' in U.S.
A new study ranks three Texas lakes in the top 10 dirtiest lakes in the U.S. The study was released by Lake.com, a vacation rental platform that used data from the National Water Quality Monitoring Council, which is part of the Environmental Protection Agency. The Texas lakes were in West Texas, North Texas and near Austin. ...
American National Bank to Open South Dallas Loan Office to Help Residents With Affordable Housing Options
Dallas Housing and Neighborhood Revitalization Director Cynthia Rogers-Ellickson told us last month that city officials can’t provide affordable housing on their own. They need partners in private industry, the building community, and financial institutions. Dallas Housing Director: ‘We Will Never be Able to Fix Affordable Crisis Alone’. American...
Cowboys star takes another veiled shot at Commanders HC Dan Quinn
Dan Quinn earned his second head coaching opportunity. Transforming the Dallas Cowboys' defense into a top-tier unit with improved schematics and outstanding leadership was enough to convince the Washington Commanders he was worth a shot. Things didn't end as the former defensive coordinator would have liked, but his unit wasn't the only thing to blame after their playoff capitulation at home to the Green Bay Packers.
Klay Thompson’s Reason For Avoiding Lakers Revealed In New Report
In a recent report by ESPN's Ramona Shelburne and Kendra Andrews, Klay Thompson's decision to join the Dallas Mavericks instead of the Los Angeles Lakers was unveiled, marking a significant shift in his storied NBA career. Thompson revealed that while he appreciated the Lakers' interest, the ...
National Guardsman from Dallas Killed in Highway Accident Near Eagle Pass
In a somber incident on a South Texas highway, tragedy struck when a member of the National Guard lost his life in a road accident yesterday. According to KENS 5, authorities reported that a tire blowout on a 2019 red Ford truck traveling northbound initiated a catastrophic sequence of events, sending the vehicle into the southbound lane of U.S. Highway 277, near mile marker 580 just north of Eagle Pass.
6 Cowboys on the Trade Block Heading Into Training Camp
This is going to be an interesting season for the Dallas Cowboys. After claiming they were "all-in" throughout the offseason, team owner Jerry Jones and his son, Stephen Jones, went out of their way to do nothing. Now they get ready to head to training camp on the heels of...
Rising Rental Rates and Landlord Profiteering Prompt Dallas Council Review of State, Federal Legislation
Landlords across the country are facing lawsuits for profiting off inflated rent prices, and the Dallas City Council is lending its support to state and federal legislation to protect tenants. Legislative Director Clifford Sparks reviewed a Jan. 8 memorandum about the city’s legislative priorities related to housing and homelessness at...
Heat Advisory in Effect for North and Central Texas, Dallas Braces for Elevated Heat Index and Potential Storms
Residents of North and Central Texas are being advised to take precautions as a heat advisory remains in effect until 8 PM CDT this evening, the National Weather Service in Fort Worth reports. According to the Heat Advisory, "heat index values up to 109" can be expected, raising the risk for heat-related illnesses, especially for those engaged in outdoor activities or without access to air conditioning.
'Most embarrassing day of my life' | One year ago, Dallas woman went viral in 'not real' plane outburst
DALLAS — It was Fourth of July weekend, one year ago, and we were all introduced to the viral "not real" Dallas plane woman. The incident happened on July 3, 2023, though Tiffany Gomas was not identified as the woman in the viral video until nearly a month later in a video she posted apologizing for her actions. Gomas was on an American Airlines plane that was heading from DFW Airport to Orlando. The plane was still at DFW Airport when the incident unfolded.
Dallas shooting: 2nd Pleasant Grove parking lot murder suspect is a 15-year-old
DALLAS - A second suspect is behind bars for a deadly shooting in a Pleasant Grove parking lot last month. Dallas police said the 15-year-old suspect was arrested on Tuesday and charged with murder. His name and photo will not be released because he is a minor. On June 9,...
Surging WR Named Cowboys' Breakout Player of 2024
There may not be a team that has been discussed more than the Dallas Cowboys this offseason. That is because of their massive brand but also the drama that has been around this group. The Cowboys have big-money extensions of Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and Micah Parsons hanging over the...
Dallas Cowboys: Quarterback In Jeopardy Of Making Roster (Report)
The Dallas Cowboys have a lot of drama surrounding the quarterback position entering the 2024 NFL season. One of the biggest stories is the contract talks of Dak Prescott. He is entering the final year of his contract. Prescott has no plans to hold out of training camp despite his...
Things to do in Dallas-Fort Worth this weekend: Independence Day, arts walks and open mic nights
DALLAS — Happy Fourth of July weekend, y’all!. While technically the holiday is on Thursday, that doesn’t mean the Independence Day celebrations stop there. Whether you want to celebrate the weekend with family festivities, adults-only comedy shows or an art walk everyone can enjoy, Dallas-Forth Worth has something for you.
Sulphur Springs Emergency Sirens Will Be Tested July 3
July 3, 2024 – Emergency sirens will be tested in Sulphur Springs at noon today by the Sulphur Springs Emergency Management Office. The test is to gauge the reliability of the emergency warning system and is conducted to find any potential flaws in the system so they can be corrected prior to a real emergency situation. The sirens could be sounded not only for weather warnings such as tornadoes, which are the most common in the area, but also in case of any emergency that could affect the safety and lives of citizens in Sulphur Springs.
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