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Roads back open after fire truck crash caused major traffic backups in Dallas
DALLAS — Four Dallas firefighters were injured after a fire truck drove off Interstate 345 onto DART Tracks below the roadway, officials said. The incident occurred just after 6 a.m. Sunday on Interstate 345 and South Good Latimer Expressway, officials said in a release. Four members of Dallas Fire-Rescue were transported from the scene to Baylor University Medical Center, officials said. All four firefighters are in stable condition, officials said.
City of Mesquite Anticipates Residential Trash Collection Normalization by Early August Following Storm Cleanup Efforts
Residents hankering for a return to the norm following recent storms can tentatively mark early August on their calendars. This is when the city anticipates residential trash collection may finally stabilize. The second sweep of storm debris and bulk pickup, which kicked off last weekend, paves the way for this return to routine. As it zigzags from the north to the south sections of the city, the accumulation of debris is piling up, now topping the scales at 9,500 tons.
An Arkansas man and another individual each receive a 16-year sentence for leading a large-scale drug ring
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Authorities have sentenced two leaders of a major methamphetamine operation to 16 years and 8 months each in federal prison, plus five years of supervised release. Adan Mendoza, 36, from Dallas, Texas, received his sentence on July 19. Brian I. Wilson, 37, from Little Rock,...
Minor league update for 7/20/24
Down East starter Brayan Mendoza went three innings, striking out six and allowing two runs. Paul Bonzagni struck out three and walked one in a scoreless inning. Eduardo Mejia was 2 for 3. Echedry Vargas was 2 for 3. Down East box score: https://www.milb.com/gameday/wood-ducks-vs-shorebirds/2024/07/19/754098/final/box. D.J. McCarty started for Hickory, allowing...
Cowboys Predicted to Reset the Market With $200 Million Contract
The Dallas Cowboys face a decision on the futures of Micah Parsons, CeeDee Lamb and Dak Prescott. All three star players are eligible for lucrative long-term contract extensions. Parsons is technically heading into the final season of a four-year, $17 million rookie contract. Dallas also has Parsons under contract for...
'He's a beast': TCU transfer Damonic Williams making strong 1st impression at Oklahoma
DALLAS — Danny Stutsman noticed two things about Damonic Williams after the former TCU defensive tackle arrived at Oklahoma this summer: his massive size and his innate leadership qualities. Williams, who transferred to Oklahoma during the post-spring portal cycle, has quickly ingratiated himself with his new team and made...
Even as big names dominated GOP convention, time was given to a few Texas up-and-comers
The Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, which ended Thursday with former President Donald Trump accepting the nomination for a return to the White House, offered opportunities for a few rising GOP elected leaders from Texas to get some rare and coveted time on a national stage with a captive audience.
Is it illegal to drive with your dome light on in Texas?
The short answer is no. There is no law in the state of Texas that prohibits the use of interior lights while driving. In fact, according to section 547.305 in the Texas Statutes Transportation Code, there is nothing that says using your interior lights, or dome light, while driving is illegal.
Trampoline Goes Airborne During Wild Texas Storm
Thanks to the miracle of modern technology, we’re all able to witness Mother Nature’s wrath from a safe distance. In some cases, the clips serve as reminders of the less obvious dangers of severe weather. This is one of those cases. If you’re looking to add a trampoline...
Wow, Here’s 5 of the Biggest Drug Busts in Texas History
Texas has seen its share of drug busts, and some of them are so huge, they almost sound like something straight out of a Hollywood movie. Operations like these not only show the sheer scale of drug trafficking but also highlight the tireless efforts of law enforcement to keep dangerous substances off the streets.
Reata ready to grill up cowboy cuisine at new location
Those “Closed for Relocation” banners on the homepage of Reata Restaurant will disappear Monday evening as Mike Micallef and his 120-member staff get ready to slather the first ladle of cream gravy on the chicken-fried steaks at 530 Throckmorton St. “Unlike a new restaurant, we’re basically just moving...
Celebrating Park and Recreation Professionals Day
July 19th is Park and Recreation Professionals Day, and we can’t miss an opportunity to brag on our world-class Community Services staff. Southlake’s Community Services team is dedicated to creating beautiful and inviting places where all residents can build life-long memories. Our award-winning parks, recreation, and athletic facilities are busy with kids, friends, and families looking for a fun time on any given day. Vibrant parks like North Park, Liberty Park at Sheltonwood, and Bob Jones Park are bustling and lively thanks to our Southlake Parks employees' hard work and passion.
Police search for three masked suspects in Grand Prairie small business robbery
Grand Prairie police said they're working a case in which three masked suspects broke into a small business and took two safes full of cash. It happened around 3:30 a.m. on Thursday at Lili's Restaurant on South Belt Line Road. “They came and broke into my mom’s restaurant through the...
Culinary instructor talks local benefits of Texas Michelin Guide
Texas is close to having its first Michelin-star restaurant, with several cities, including Austin, becoming featured destinations. The announcement could benefit not only restaurant-goers but also local culinary students.
Texas social media users just can't stop trashing Greg Abbott over Hurricane Beryl
Gov. Greg Abbott recently had his own Ted Cruz moment when Hurricane Beryl slammed into the Gulf Coast and Houston, knocking out power to 3 million Texans. Despite indications that Beryl could leave severe damage in its wake, Abbott opted not to cancel an official trip to South Korea, Taiwan and Japan, where he touted Texas as a place for business investment.
Washington Freedom Seals Top Finish with 42-Run Triumph Over Texas Super Kings
Washington Freedom continues their unbeaten streak by sealing a top finish after defeating the Texas Super Kings by 42 runs at Grand Prairie Stadium. Travis Head's exceptional performance, including two half-centuries and a quick 50 off just 20 balls, fueled Freedom's success. Travis Head scored a quick 50 off 20...
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