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Tarrant County cuts ties with youth justice program over perceived political stances
Tarrant County won’t renew its contract with a youth justice nonprofit because of concerns over initiatives the program mentions on its website. The county’s juvenile board voted Wednesday not to renew its contract with Youth Advocate Programs, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram first reported. Tarrant County has partnered with the local branch of the Pennsylvania-based, nonpartisan nonprofit since 1992.
Pastor booted from Tarrant County Commissioners Court after public comment
FORT WORTH, Texas — When Fort Worth Pastor Ryon Price spoke at Tarrant County Commissioner's Court on July 2nd, he had no idea it would land him in hot water. He is a regular who signs up for public comment. But this time, Pastor Price went 8 seconds over the three-minute limit. That led to him being held in contempt of court.
Judge finds former Tarrant County jail medical director 'turned a deaf ear' to medical needs of inmate who gave birth in a cell
FORT WORTH, Texas — An hour and half before a mentally disabled woman gave birth in a Tarrant County infirmary jail cell to a baby that later died, the then-medical director got an email that she was having abdominal cramps. He did not act on it, according to federal court records.
Dallas Hosts Texas Latino Comic Con with Steampunk Flair at Latino Cultural Center
Texas is gearing up for a cultural extravaganza with the 8th annual Texas Latino Comic Con, scheduled today at the Latino Cultural Center in Dallas. In a unique twist, this year's theme will immerse attendees in the world of Steampunk, highlighting Latino artists, writers, and creators that form the vibrant backbone of the comic book community. Get ready to embrace this celebration of artistry from 11 am to 6 pm—admission is on the house, according to the City of Dallas.
Devs from multiple Bethesda offices formally create a ‘wall to wall’ union of over 200 workers
The unionization movement among video game developers has taken yet another large step forward this weekend, as workers from Bethesda Game Studios offices located in Austin and Dallas (Texas) and Rockville (Maryland) have formalized the creation of One BGS USA, a union that falls under the Communication Workers of America (CWA) umbrella.
TCU newcomers assigned numbers as fall camp approaches
Hauss Hejny – 1 The four-star quarterback participated in spring camp as the third-team quarterback. Hejny will wear No. 1 this season. A standout athlete from Franklin, Texas, Hidrogo will play safety for the Frogs. He arrived on campus earlier this summer and will wear No. 15. Nate Palmer...
WaterTower Theatre's ‘Goin' Hollywood' is going to London
One year after Goin’ Hollywood made its world premiere at WaterTower Theatre in Addison, Shane Peterman, the theater’s Producing Artistic Director, announced plans for the musical to make its London premiere. “We are currently retaining investment for a run at Charing Cross Theatre,” Peterman said. The new...
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...
Dallas Police Seek Public's Help in Unsolved Homicide on Fernwood Avenue
A Dallas community is grappling with unanswered questions following a recent homicide. On Thursday, around 2:35 PM, Dallas police were called to the scene where a man was found dead in a vehicle on the 2300 block of Fernwood Avenue. The officers discovered the male victim with gunshot wounds leading to their death, their identity is pending verification by the Dallas County Medical Examiner's Office, as reported by the Dallas Police Department.
A fire severely damages the historic First Baptist Dallas church sanctuary
A fire all but destroyed the historic church sanctuary at First Baptist Dallas, sending smoke billowing over the city but causing no deaths or injuries, Dallas firefighters said. The fire in the Texas Historic Landmark, a Victorian-style red brick church built in 1890, was reported about 6:30 p.m. Friday, and...
Retail thieves arrested in Colleyville with $10,000 in stolen goods
COLLEYVILLE, Texas — Two suspects were arrested by Colleyville police while attempting to steal skincare and beauty products from local retailers. The suspects targeted multiple stores across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex before being apprehended by Colleyville Detectives and Patrol Officers, according to the Colleyville Police Department. A search of their vehicle revealed more than $10,000 in stolen skincare and beauty products, a 9mm pistol with an extended magazine, and a fictitious paper license plate.
Fort Worth leaders weigh-in on presidential race
FORT WORTH – U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey, D-Fort Worth, has joined three other members of Congress in asking President Biden directly to pass the torch to the next generation of Democratic leaders."We must face the reality that widespread public concerns about your age and fitness are jeopardizing what should be a winning campaign," said Veasey in a letter – with Democrats Jared Huffman of California, Chuy Garcia of Illinois, and Mark Pocan of Wisconsin – to Biden.One week ago, Veasey said that he didn't think the president was the strongest candidate who could run on the Democratic ticket, but he...
Forney ISD to host Back to School Rally & Resource Fair
Forney ISD is excited to invite students and families to the first-ever Back to School Rally & Resource Fair at The OC on Saturday, July 27, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This free event is designed to help the community prepare for the new school year with information and resources in a lively and fun atmosphere.
Healing Hens brings fine-feathered therapy to Dallas senior living home
Once a month, the Healing Hens nonprofit visits the residents at Signature Pointe Senior Living Home in Dallas. "These are silky chickens, " Healing Hens President Kris Munster told curious resident Glenda Egans. "They are so neat," Egans exclaimed. Silky chickens are a smaller breed of chicken. They have a...
American Airlines has a contract deal with flight attendants, and President Biden is happy about it
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — American Airlines and the union representing its flight attendants said Friday they have reached agreement on a new contract that includes pay raises, and President Joe Biden said the deal avoids a strike that would have hurt the U.S. economy and consumers. Terms of...
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...
Fair Park First, the nonprofit that manages Fair Park, planning to pause fundraising, board chair says
DALLAS — Fair Park First, the nonprofit that manages Fair Park, is tentatively planning to pause fundraising through the end of August, new board chair Veletta Forsythe Lill confirmed in a statement. The pause comes as the nonprofit awaits the results of a forensic audit commissioned earlier this year...
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