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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...
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.
Texas Health discontinues labor and delivery services in Cleburne
In as little as two months, Treva Gehrke's family of six will grow to seven. She said her doctor expects baby number five will arrive early. A few years ago, her daughter was born at 34 weeks. On top of that, Gehrke’s battling a long list of complications. “I’m...
Eddie V's upscale seafood restaurant is closing its Dallas location
DALLAS — Eddie V's Prime Seafood is closing its Dallas location at the end of the month, the upscale steak-and-seafood restaurant's owners confirmed. Darden, the restaurant group that owns Eddie V's, said in a statement that it was a difficult decision to close the Dallas spot, which is located at 4023 Oak Lawn Ave.
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...
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.
Dallas police seek information in fatal hit-and-run on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
DALLAS, Texas — A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run early on July 4, 2024, on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, according to Dallas police. The preliminary investigation determined that 35-year-old Lydie Zebaze Metsindon was walking on the Cedar Crest bridge when an unknown vehicle traveling northbound on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard struck her. The driver fled the scene without stopping to assist Zebaze Metsindon, who died at the scene.
Dallas’ Nonprofit Impact Ventures Announces New Dates for Inclusive Capital Summit, Celebrates Cohort 8 Graduates, Adds Board Members
Dallas-based nonprofit Impact Ventures is proving obstacles can indeed become opportunities. In a recent newsletter to its stakeholders, Impact Ventures shared significant updates about its upcoming events and initiatives. The organization, dedicated to removing social and economic barriers for underserved communities of color, has announced a change in the date for its much-anticipated Inclusive Capital Summit and the launch of its ninth cohort of the Capital Readiness Program. But CEO Benjamin J. Vann had much more to say.
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.
Denton-Guyer High School football booster club treasurer arrested for stealing nearly $16k from organization
DENTON, Texas — The former treasurer of the Denton-Guyer Wildcats Football Booster Club is facing a state jail felony after admitting to investigators with Denton Police that she stole $15,826.48 from the organization for personal use, according to arrest documents. Shauna Martin, 43, is now charged with property theft...
FBI Seeks Public's Help to Apprehend "Derby Desperado" Following North Texas Bank Robberies
North Texas banks are on high alert following two robberies attributed to an individual dubbed the "Derby Desperado" by the FBI. According to FBI Dallas, the unidentified suspect remains at large, and local authorities are seeking assistance from the public to apprehend the culprit responsible for the recent spike in bank heists.
Data from 200,000+ people exposed in Dallas County ransomware attack last year, officials say
DALLAS — More than 200,000 people had their personal information, such as Social Security numbers, medical information, health insurance information, and other information exposed in a Dallas County ransomware attack in October, county officials confirmed this week. According to a notice published Wednesday on the Texas Attorney General’s website,...
Blake Pontchartrain: In the '60s, the Brennan Family's ambitious expansion led them to Texas
I came across an old 1960s magazine ad for Brennan’s which lists other locations in Dallas and Houston. When did they open and what is their history?. The Brennans have rightly been called the first family of New Orleans cuisine, with more than a dozen restaurants here and across the country owned and operated by members of the family.
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