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Fort Worth began cryptocurrency mining over two years ago. What were the results?
Fort Worth is becoming a cryptocurrency destination. An influx of cryptocurrency businesses now call Cowtown home — and Fort Worth is embracing them. Experts and Fort Worth officials attribute that growth to the city’s decision to bring a bitcoin mining operation to City Hall in April 2022. “For...
Four Fort Worth projects receive $8M in tax credits for lower-income housing
The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs awarded over $95 million in housing tax credits to help finance the development or rehabilitation of more than 60 rental properties, offering reduced rents and increased housing options for Texans throughout the state, including four in Fort Worth. These awards have an...
Missing Irving man with autism last seen at bus station
IRVING, Texas — Authorities are searching for a 38-year-old man with autism who was last seen at a bus station in Irving. UPDATE: Brandon has been found safe. Brandon Keith Ritter, of Irving, was last seen on Sunday, July 28, at approximately 12:25 p.m. at the Downtown Irving/Heritage Crossing Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Station, according to the Irving Police Department. Ritter is described as 5'6" tall, weighing approximately 185-190 pounds, with black hair in a mullet style and hazel eyes. He was last seen wearing a gray NASA T-shirt, blue jeans, and sunglasses.
Don't Stop Believin': Infinite Journey Rocks Granbury!
Get ready, Granbury! The iconic sounds of Journey are coming to town, and they’re bringing a night of music, nostalgia, and fun. Infinite Journey, the premier Journey tribute band, is set to rock the Historic Granbury Opera House on the Granbury Square. This isn’t just any concert—this is a full-on, high-energy, immersive Journey experience that you won’t want to miss.
DeSoto Police and Fire Weekly Incident Reports for July 14-20
The DeSoto Police and Fire Departments have released their weekly incident reports for July 14 to July 20. The DeSoto Police Department reported a total of 2,044 calls during the week and the majority of these were neighborhood patrol calls, which accounted for 640 incidents. Directed patrol calls followed, with...
Tigerettes win awards at annual dance camp
TRINITY — The Trinity High School Tigerettes Dance Team has successfully completed their 2024 dance camp in Dallas, returning with numerous awards and recognition. The team earned individual recognition with the Honor Roll Award, All American Award, Double Tap Award, and Legendary Leadership Award. Additionally, the team received the...
Texas Man Killed in Alaska Waterfall Rafting Mishap
Adventure Turned Tragic: Dallas Man Dies in Alaska Waterfall Rafting Accident. Larry Erwin, 53, from Dallas, was on a remote rafting trip near Bethel, Alaska, when his inflatable raft went over a waterfall. Alaska state troopers reported that he lost control and was thrown into the water. This accident happened...
Fort Worth's Billy Bob's Texas to Host American Red Cross Blood Drive on August 29th
Texans have an upcoming opportunity to give back vitally, as reported by the American Red Cross Greater North Texas announcement for a blood drive at Billy Bob's Texas. The event, scheduled for Thursday, August 29th from noon to 6 pm, will take place in the 81 Club at the popular Fort Worth venue.
State of Texas: Harris sends a message in Houston, amid criticism from state leaders
In Houston Thursday, Harris delivered the keynote address at the American Federation of Teachers National Convention — the nation's largest teachers union — and made her pitch to thousands in a key voting block for Democrats.
Fatal pedestrian crash leads to DWI arrest
Louisiana State Police have arrested a Texas man for first-offense DWI after he was involved in a single-vehicle crash Saturday night that killed a pedestrian. Sgt. Ross Brennan said at around 9 p.m., Louisiana State Police Troop D began investigating the on Interstate 10, just east of Fabacher Road. The crash claimed the life of […]
Eldery Man Gets Into Fight at Texas Walmart Store
An elderly man got into a heated altercation at a Texas Walmart and the fight was caught on camera. We don't know what caused the two individuals to get into the fight, but as you'll see below, the two men were swinging. At one point the elderly man covers his...
President of nation's second-largest teachers union says Gov. Abbott is 'defunding' public schools
DALLAS — When we sat down with the President of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), she didn’t hold back when discussing the state of public schools in Texas, in general, and in Houston, specifically. Randi Weingarten says Governor Greg Abbott is “defunding” public schools, and she points...
La Linea Cartel Leader’s Capture Unveils Hidden Texas Mass Grave
In August 2023, Border Patrol agents caught sight of a lone Hispanic male shuffling along the shoulder of FM 170, near the city of Presidio, Texas. Assuming he was a Mexican national from across the border, they approached with a request for identification, which was provided. Upon inspection, it was determined that the man was a U.S. citizen who had illegally re-entered the States by crossing the river, rather than the port-of-entry.
Police in Texas Try to Arrest Librarian for Civil Rights Book
Shocking: Texas Librarian Faces Arrest for Checking Out Toni Morrison Book. It really has to suck some days to be a cop. Imagine showing up for your shift one day, ready to arrest murderers and pedophiles, and your superior officer informs you that your assignment for the day is to go investigate and arrest a librarian for loaning out a book about civil rights.
South Central Texas Braces for Scattered Storms and Highs Near 100 Degrees
Austin, TX – Scattered showers and isolated storms are expected to continue across South Central Texas today, with pockets of heavy rain possible in some areas. The National Weather Service in Austin-San Antonio has indicated that these weather patterns will persist through Monday morning, particularly in the Hill Country region.
Former Spurs owner Red McCombs once shared how David Robinson saved the franchise: "If David had not come here, this franchise was in the pits"
Former San Antonio Spurs owner Red McCombs once shared why it was so important to get David Robinson in order to save the franchise
Brownsville duo’s paletas finalists in H-E-B’s Texas Best
A Brownsville ice cream shop was named a finalist for H-E-B’s 11th annual Quest for Texas Best competition, which searches for the best state-made products. La Pale Frozen Fruit Bar was announced top 10 finalist out of more than 470 submissions from entrepreneurs across 118 cities in Texas, a press release from H-E-B stated.
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