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DART hopes to restore Downtown Dallas transit line by Wednesday
DALLAS - DART is still repairing its tracks and power system after a fire truck went off the overpass Sunday. The firefighters were injured but are out of the hospital. "We saw some really extensive damages to our overhead catenary line, which makes the lines lose their electric power in those areas," explained DART Spokesperson Jeamy Molina. "So we've had bus bridges coming and going from each last location."
Red Lobster bankruptcy could soon put it under new ownership
DALLAS — Read this story and more North Texas business news from our partners at the Dallas Business Journal. Red Lobster Management LLC on July 22 filed its "designation of successful bidder" paperwork with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida in Orlando. The Florida-based seafood...
Settlement reached in Jerry Jones' civil trial
TEXARKANA, Texas — A settlement has been reached in the civil trial of Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. The settlement appeared to happened over the lunch break. Testimony was supposed to resume just after noon; however, attorneys for both sides were seen talking together then went into the judge's chambers.
Dallas Park and Recreation Department Calls for Public Input to Revamp DallasParks.org Website
The Dallas Park and Recreation Department seeks input from residents to improve its website, DallasParks.org and has launched a survey for public feedback, open until tomorrow. The department is emphasizing the importance of community engagement, inviting users to share their thoughts on the website's functionality and content, which will guide future enhancements.
JUST IN: Animal-Loving Jan Rees-Jones To Serve As 2024 Canines, Cats And Cabernet Honorary Chair
If the legendary patron of animals Saint Francis Assisi had launched a search for his representative in North Texas, he would have had no doubt that Jan Rees-Jones was the pick of the litter. With that thinking in mind, it shouldn’t surprise anyone that Jan has been named the honorary chair for Operation Kindness’ (OK) 2024 Canines, Cats and Cabernet.
CeeDee Lamb contract: Cowboys WR not expected to rejoin team without new deal, per report
The Dallas Cowboys will kick off 2024 training camp on July 25. Just don't count on star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb showing up. Eligible for a long-term contract extension, team officials expect the 2023 NFL receptions leader (135) to stay away from all official Cowboys activities without a new deal in place, according to the Dallas Morning News.
Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Hosts Fashion Notes Kick-Off Party
Amidst delicately glamorous dresses and a selection of wine and treats, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League (DSOL) celebrated the Fashion Notes fashion show and luncheon at the Kick-Off party at Caitlin Wilson Home Décor and Design. Chairs Whitney Cameron and Madeline Lam, along with DSOL president Dixey Arterburn, hosted...
Architecture firm opens Fort Worth office as projects grow
Merriman Anderson Architects, a Dallas-based architecture and design firm, has opened an office in Fort Worth to better support the growing number of projects it has in the area. “With our marquee set of existing clients, we are proud of our work and relationships in Fort Worth and are looking...
This DFW Suburb is One of the Fastest Growing Areas in the US
DALLAS (KDAF) — It’s no secret that North Texas’s suburban explosion has driven a population surge, leading to the construction of millions of new homes — but where is the biggest growth taking place?. A new study analyzed housing inventory expansions across nearly 4,100 American cities...
Dallas Police Arrest 25-Year-Old Iyanna Wells in Connection with Fatal Shooting on Bruton Road
A fatal shooting in the 9800 block of Bruton Road in Dallas has led to the arrest of a 25-year-old suspect. The incident, which occurred on Sunday evening, resulted in the death of 44-year-old Keeman Bowens. According to the Dallas Police Department, officers responded to a call at approximately 9:00 PM, finding Bowens with gunshot wounds. Despite the Dallas Fire Rescue's efforts, Bowens was pronounced dead at the scene.
NBA Champion forward is a 'lock' to sign with Mavericks in free agency
The Dallas Mavericks were expected to be active in free agency this summer as they tried to reload their roster around Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving following an NBA Finals loss to the Boston Celtics. The team showed interest in several players throughout the summer, and they've made some moves that made the team significantly better.
Shocking team could ruin Cowboys' dream of Bill Belichick replacing Mike McCarthy
It would be an understatement to say that Jerry Jones shocked the NFL landscape when he chose to retain Mike McCarthy as head coach after the Dallas Cowboys suffered arguably their worst playoff loss in franchise history. The Cowboys opted not to give McCarthy a contract extension, which means he's...
Get to Know Carmen Blackwell, the New Face of North Texas News
CBS News Texas is shaking things up. The network launched a brand new morning show earlier this July, shaped in large part by the results of an extensive viewership survey that received thousands of responses. The new concept will feature an innovative breaking news initiative, an emphasis on “good news,” and a fresh lineup of anchors: two CBS11 veterans (Madison Sawyer and chief meteorologist Scott Padgett) and newcomer Carmen Blackwell, who comes to Dallas by way of Cleveland, Ohio, where she previously anchored at WKYC.
Terrifying Texas Shark Attack Takes Chunk Out Of Woman’s Leg
WARNING: Article contains graphic footage of shark attack. A shocking video went viral over the weekend showing a vicious and gruesome shark attack that left one Texas woman without a calf. SOMETHING LARGE AND LURKING IN THE WATER. Tabatha Sullivent from Celina, Texas was celebrating the holiday weekend with her...
Looking back on DART's 40-year history as North Texas cities vote to cut funding
As the transit agency continues making headlines, we look back on its ridership, city membership and financing history. Plano was the first city this year to vote on reducing the one-cent sales tax revenue allocated for Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). The city instead wants the tax to drop to three-fourths of a cent, a 25% reduction.
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