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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.
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. A fire all but destroyed the historic church sanctuary at First Baptist Dallas, sending smoke billowing over the city but causing no...
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...
Dallas police investigate fatal shooting of 18-year-old
DALLAS, Texas — An 18-year-old was fatally shot late Thursday night in Dallas, police say. On July 18, 2024, at about 11:25 p.m., Dallas Police responded to a shooting call in the 11300 block of Amanda Lane. The preliminary investigation determined that when officers arrived, they found 18-year-old Khamoni Williams, of Dallas, Texas, shot and lying on the ground.
Grade the Trade: Mavericks land Knicks All-Star forward in blockbuster proposal
The Dallas Mavericks are in the middle of one of their best offseasons in team history, and this all started when they traded for Quentin Grimes. In this move, Dallas traded Tim Hardaway Jr. and three second-round picks to the Detroit Pistons for Grimes. By acquiring Grimes, the Mavs added...
Hailey Van Lith's Outfit Turns Heads At WNBA All-Star Event
TCU Horned Frogs women's basketball star Hailey Van Lith was pictured at the WNBA All-Star Orange Carpet event, where she stunned fans with her outfit. Van Lith was wearing what seemed like a custom, cropped blazer paired with shorts and a white undershirt. Aside from her clothing, she ...
Cowboys beat reporter announces significant news
Dallas Cowboys beat writer Michael Gehlken announced Thursday he’s leaving The Dallas Morning News after five seasons covering the team. Gehlken, who has also covered the Chargers and Raiders in his 14-year career as an NFL beat reporter, posted the news on X, saying “it is time to walk away.” “After five seasons reporting on Read more... The post Popular Cowboys beat reporter Michael Gehlken stepping down appeared first on Awful Announcing.
State Of Texas Lands At Number Two In Nation For Reckless Driving
We've all seen bad driving in the state of Texas right?. It caused all of us to probably say a few choice words and wonder if the person is even paying attention while on the roadway. We mean, who forgets to drive in between the lines painted on the the pavement? Simply put, it's very frustrating.
Man Loses Cool in Texas, Attacks Utility Truck Over Hurricane Beryl Power Outage
Man Attacks Texas Utility Worker Truck in the Middle of the Highway. A CenterPoint Energy utility worker in Houston, Texas, found himself on the receiving end of an angry outburst from a local resident. The incident, which can be seen in the video at the bottom of this article, shows...
Longtime US Rep Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas, who had pancreatic cancer, has died
Longtime U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas, who helped lead federal efforts to protect women from domestic violence and recognize Juneteenth as a national holiday, has died. She was 74. Lillie Conley, her chief of staff, confirmed that Jackson Lee, who had pancreatic cancer, died in Houston Friday night...
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