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Poll: Incumbent Ted Cruz leads Democrat Collin Allred by just 2 points
DALLAS - A new poll puts Dallas Democrat Congressman Colin Allred within striking distance of his Republican opponent, Senator Ted Cruz. Cruz narrowly won an expensive, hard-fought challenge against Beto O'Rourke six years ago. Any Democrat would need a lot to go right to win a statewide race in Texas.
Preston Stone claims SMU RB Brashard Smith reminds him of Reggie Bush
The SMU Mustangs ended up winning a closer game against the Nevada Wolf Pack than they may have liked. Still, SMU was able to get that win thanks to a late rally from quarterback Preston Stone and the consistent play of running back Brashard Smith. Following the game, Stone made a lofty comparison for Smith, […] The post Preston Stone claims SMU RB Brashard Smith reminds him of Reggie Bush appeared first on On3.
Fort Worth Report achieves global trust certification. Here’s what that means for our community
Since launching the Fort Worth Report in 2021, our mission has been clear: to provide high-quality, independent journalism that informs public decision-making, enhances the quality of life in our community and holds those in power accountable. Today, I am proud to share that our dedication to these principles has been...
Collin County man wins $1M drawing at Choctaw Casino
DALLAS - Another North Texas man became a millionaire overnight when his name was called out at Choctaw Casino & Resort. Chandra G. from Collin County was picked early Sunday morning as the third and final winner in Choctaw’s "3 Months 3 Millionaires" drawing. He left the Durant, Oklahoma...
Garland police investigating shooting that killed one, injured two others
Garland police are investigating a deadly shooting over the weekend that left one person dead and two others injured early Sunday morning. According to a news release, police responded to a weapons disturbance call on the 2600 block of West Walnut Street near Shiloh Road just after 12:30 a.m. Officers...
Tragic Accident: Texas Man Plummets To Death In Alaskan Waterfall
Texas is not known for large, cascading waterfalls, and our opportunities for river rafting are somewhat limited. It's not surprising that an adventurous soul would travel thousands of miles to experience the thrill of the water in Alaska. Sadly, that adventure ended tragically for one Texas man. Larry Keith Erwin,...
Lone Star Park Hosts Texas Yearling Sale On Monday Aug. 26
The Lone Star Park Sales Pavilion in Grand Prairie will once again host the Texas Thoroughbred Association's (TTA) single-session Texas Yearling Sale Monday beginning at 10 a.m. CT. The TTA catalogue includes 207 head from Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas and Oklahoma, plus a special dispersal of 10 horses consigned by CS...
Annual First-Gen Brunch and Alumni Mixer connect Mavericks
Alumni and current students who were the first in their families to attend college gathered Saturday to form a picture of what UTA was and what UTA is becoming. Several hundred people attended the First-Gen Brunch and Alumni Mixer held in the Bluebonnet Ballroom. Sarah Sexton, assistant director of Transition...
Mansfield Transforms into Magical Realm for "The Wizardry Trials" at Local Library
Fans of the spellbinding saga of the Boy Who Lived are in for a treat this weekend in Mansfield. The local community is buzzing with excitement as the Mansfield Texas Public Library transforms into a realm of magic to host The Wizardry Trials, an event that opens its doors to Muggles eager to delve into the world of witchcraft and wizardry on Saturday, August 31, at 11 a.m. The Trials will feature a medley of mini-games inspired by the celebrated book series, promising an enchanted experience for witches, wizards, and even non-magical folk, with the promise of prizes and treats for participants.
Child, 2, critically hurt after being shot by man: Dallas police
A 2-year-old girl is in the hospital, and a man was taken into custody following a shooting in Dallas on Sunday night. According to the Dallas Police Department, officers were called to the 8500 block of Sweetwater Drive at about 8:15 p.m. after reports of a shooting in the area.
Why are new cases of bird flu in cats a bad sign?
HOUSTON — For the last couple of years, a deadly strain of bird flu has been spreading across the country. Millions of birds in the U.S. have died. This past spring, cases started popping up in dairy cows, including here in Texas. Then human cases were reported, though only...
Babe Ruth’s ‘called Shot’ Jersey Sells at Auction for Over $24 Million
DALLAS (AP) — The jersey Babe Ruth wore when he called his shot during the 1932 World Series, hitting a home run to center field, has sold at auction for over $24 million. Heritage Auctions said the New York Yankee slugger’s jersey went for $24.12 million early Sunday after a bidding war in Dallas that lasted over six hours. Heritage says the buyer wishes to remain anonymous. The record-breaking amount the jersey sold for topped fellow Yankee Mickey Mantle’s 1952 rookie card, which the Dallas-based auction house sold for $12.6 million in 2022.
Jim Harbaugh praises Justin Herbert's leadership after elevator incident
The Los Angeles Chargers didn't have a normal night at their team hotel in Dallas on Friday. Staying at the Westin downtown, around a dozen players were stuck in an elevator with no air conditioning for two hours. Dallas Fire-Rescue sent its Urban Search and Rescue team to the hotel, and their work led to the traveling party being able to crawl through a ceiling panel and escape. Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh said that quarterback Justin Herbert was on the elevator and that players such as rookie cornerback Tarheeb Still came up to him and said "Justin Herbert's a leader.""He was...
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