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'Aim Better': Dallas Police Officer on Administrative Leave for Comment Following Trump Assassination Attempt
Following the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump (R), the Dallas Police Department received a complaint after one of its officers allegedly left a comment saying, “Aim better,” referring to the shots fired. The officer in question, Sergeant Arturo Martinez was placed on administrative leave by DPD.
Execution date set for North Texas man who killed pastor, badly assaulted assistant
DALLAS — An execution date has been set for a North Texas man convicted in a pastor's murder in 2012. Steven Nelson's execution has been scheduled for Feb. 5, 2025, according to Texas Department of Criminal Justice records. The Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported that Judge Steven Jumes on June...
PETA Proposes a Change to Dallas’ Cattle Drive Sculpture
DALLAS (KDAF) — PETA sent a letter today to Director of the Office of Arts & Culture Martine Elyse Philippe, asking her to give Pioneer Plaza’s Dallas “Cattle Drive” sculpture an update that acknowledges the harm caused by animal agriculture. The proposed art installation would feature...
UNT Dallas launches first paid teacher residency program in North Texas
Medical residencies are routine for future physicians. But residencies for future teachers are less common. But beginning in August, five education seniors at the University of North Texas at Dallas will begin a full-year residency program with Dallas ISD.
Texas Art Education Association names Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD District of Distinction
The Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) announced July 16 that Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD is among the winners of the 2024 District of Distinction Award. Districts receiving the award provide a well-rounded educational platform that advocates and integrates visual arts curriculum to build social-emotional learning and inspire creativity.
Dallas Store Employee Dies Following Armed Robbery, Suspect Charged with Capital Murder
Tragedy struck a Dallas community earlier this month, as an early morning robbery escalated to violence, resulting in the death of a local store employee. Last Monday, Dallas Police were summoned to a convenience store in the 300 block of S. Marsalis Avenue after a report of an aggravated robbery at approximately 5:45 a.m., as reported by the Dallas Police Department.
Students face uncertain future after Dallas barber school suddenly closes
A Dallas barber school is coming under fire after closing suddenly this week, leaving students concerned they could be out thousands of dollars invested in the program. Blade Craft Barber Academy had been operating on Main Street in Deep Ellum. On Tuesday, NBC 5 asked the school’s owner how they’re working to correct the situation.
Suspect Steals Taser and Attacks Officer at Irving Walmart (Video)
An off-duty officer working security at an Irving Walmart was attacked by a man accused of recording videos of women. Kevin Holland, 41, is charged with two counts of assault, evading arrest, and taking a weapon from an officer. Additional charges may arise from his alleged attempts to secretly record women.
The Dallas Cowboys Will Trade Dak Prescott to the Los Angeles Rams
With the NFL offseason comes predictions and bold takes. That specifically happens with trades that could happen before the season or the deadline. With that in mind, Dak Prescott becomes an intriguing trade option, and if he is traded, it will be to the Los Angeles Rams. With a contract...
Ex-Cowboy Confident He Won't Be Free Agent Much Longer
No matter what the Cowboys do, whether it's good or bad, they'll be in the news cycles. This offseason was the perfect case of that. After getting packed up in the Wild Card Round, they failed to make any splashy or big-time additions. Actually, they lost a lot of valuable contributors this offseason, from coaches to players. Dallas let Tyron Smith, Tony Pollard, Stephon Gilmore, Tyler Biadasz, Jayron Kearse, and Dan Quinn all walk.
US plans $400 million investment in Sherman tech development
SHERMAN, Texas (KTEN) — A proposed $400 million federal investment announced Wednesday is expected to bolster Grayson County's role in the burgeoning Silicon Prairie while adding hundreds of new jobs. GlobalWafers America said its non-binding agreement with the Department of Commerce will provide the funds under the CHIPS and...
Cody Johnson Effortlessly Delivers National Anthem at MLB All-Star Game [Watch]
Cody Johnson was on hand to sing the National Anthem at the Major League Baseball All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas on Tuesday (July 16). He kept his version simple, but it was executed flawlessly in his on-brand Southern style. In a video shared on social media, Johnson is introduced in...
Klay Thompson's Blunt Reason for Rejecting Lakers
The reason behind Klay Thompson turning down the Los Angeles Lakers in favor of the Dallas Mavericks has been revealed. According to Lakers insider Anthony F. Irwin, Thompson declined the offer because the Lakers wouldn't guarantee him a starting spot on their roster. "Lakers didn't want to promise ...
3 Former Cowboys Still Unemployed Entering Training Camp
Some teams have begun showing up for training camp and the Dallas Cowboys won't be far behind. They head to Oxnard, CA, were they will be at camp from July 25th through August 21 — and will have several practices open to the public. They'll be aiming to take...
Woman Swaps Canvases With Boyfriend During Painting Session and Notices Proposal Message
A woman was brought to tears when she swapped canvasses with her boyfriend during a painting session and noticed four important words had been added to his work: "Will U Marry Me?" The post Woman Swaps Canvases With Boyfriend During Painting Session and Notices Proposal Message appeared first on Happilynews.com.
Trackdown: Help find the 'Derby Desperado' who robbed 2 North Texas banks
DALLAS - In this week's Trackdown, the FBI is looking for a man who robbed two banks in as many weeks. The FBI is calling him the "Derby Desperado" for the hat he wore in both incidents. July 3. ◀︎ ▶︎. Image 1 of 2. ▼. The first robbery...
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