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Modest storm chances midweek, smaller chances over weekend in North Texas
NORTH TEXAS -- Yes, we are counting! Today makes EIGHT days in a row of below-normal highs.More sunshine peeked through the clouds Thursday, and high temperatures reflected it. We were warmer than yesterday with very little rain, but all of that is about to change. Heading into Thursday morning, expect cloudier skies the farther east you go, with a chance for some patchy fog. July fog is extremely rare, occurring about one day with dense fog every 10 years over the last 30 years.We experienced significant fog Wednesday morning, especially in areas with recent rainfall. The fog is expected to...
Concerns Growing Over Cocaine Sharks Appearing In Texas Waters
New data has revealed sharks near the coast of Brazil has been found to have cocaine in their systems. Some in Texas are now concerned that cocaine sharks could appear in the state. Here's what is known at the time of writing. Cocaine Sharks Possible In The State Of Texas?
Committee recommends retaining term lengths, increasing compensation for McKinney City Council
Committee Chair Bill Cox presented recommendations for potential changes to the city charter at a July 23 city council meeting. (Shelbie Hamilton/Community Impact) A committee of community members that reviewed the McKinney city charter recommended that the current term lengths should remain for council members, according to a July 23 City Council meeting presentation.
Hey parents, see what Plano ISD has in store for this year!
Plano ISD has several initiatives heading into the 2024-25 school year, including “Plano for Your Future: Pathways, Learning Academies and New Opportunities," to help students plan for their future and expand and strengthen the future workforce. Recently, Plano ISD secured partnerships with Toyota and TONI&GUY to provide hands-on learning...
Stormy week could lead to flash flooding, then river flooding in portions of Southeast Texas
The immediate risk during these rainy days is street and potential flash flooding. A Flood Watch is in effect for portions of southeast Texas through 4 p.m. Thursday.Once all this heavy rain falls, the floodwaters have to go somewhere - and that's through area bayous, rivers, and creeks. Sometimes, too much rain over the course of a few days to weeks can lead to rising water levels, thus going out of their banks. That is a growing concern heading into the weekend in parts of southeast Texas.This is something we saw back in May, when after rounds of heavy rains,...
Hazy Sky and Warmer Temps through the Weekend
LUBBOCK, TX (KLBK) – KLBK Chief Meteorologist Jacob Riley has your Wednesday evening weather update for July 24, 2024. Tonight: Mostly clear. Low of 67°. Winds SE 8-12 MPH. Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. High of 94°. Winds SE 12-18 MPH. Tonight:. A hazy sky will give way to...
Digging Deeper : Cool temperatures, clouds and showers hang around for a few more days, but changes are on the horizon
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Over the past week, there have been a few showers around the Mid-South, in which, a lot of cloud coverage has engulfed the region, too. The cloud coverage, few showers and cool temperatures that we have experienced lately is due to a stationary front that hasn’t moved a whole heck of a lot over the past week. This stationary front hasn’t even weakened all that much, and continues to dump some pretty heavy rain totals over parts of Texas and Louisiana. For the Mid-South, specifically, the stationary front did take a little bit of a jog to the south on Wednesday, which kept the shower activity slightly further south than I anticipate. Nonetheless, there have been a few showers around the Mid-South over the past few days, and until this stationary front completely clears out, the threat of showers will stay elevated.
RPD News and Crime Alerts
This week, the Richardson Police Department received a donation of Narcan, provided by the North Texas Behavioral Health Authority (NTBHA). In 2023, Narcan was utilized in 9 incidents by the Department's officers, allowing them to swiftly administer life-saving aid during emergencies involving potential opioid overdoses. Having Narcan readily available ensures officers can intervene promptly when individuals exhibit symptoms of opioid overdose. This donation will help replenish the Department's supply.
Knightvest Capital Marks The First Investment of Its New Fund with Acquisition of 240-Unit Encore Apartment Community in North Texas
DALLAS, TX - Knightvest Capital, a vertically integrated multifamily investment firm, announced the acquisition of the Encore Apartments, located in the Legacy area of Plano in North Texas. The Encore Apartments represents the inaugural investment of Knightvest Capital's second fund. The Encore is a three-story, 240-unit community of one- and...
Plano adopts 2024-25 action plan for grant funding
The city of Plano passed a resolution to adopt a 2024-25 action plan for community development block grant funds. According to the city agenda, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), provides annual block grant funds to eligible states, counties, and municipalities using a formula allocation. Eligible entities receiving Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds through the formula allocation are referred to as entitlement communities.
Officials report less wildfires this season due to excessive rainfall
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – In 2023, first responders across the state battled more than 160 wildfires according to the Texas A&M Forest Service and so far this year only 20 have been reported in this summer’s wildfire season. “You know being in Texas anytime it rains, it’s good,” Sean Dugan, Texas A&M Forest Service, Public […]
How employers are taking steps to safeguard workers from extreme heat
MCKINNEY, Texas — At the start of every work day, construction worker Charles Smith puts on the essentials: hard hat. Safety glasses. A reflective vest. And a small, watch-like band for his wrist. But rather than track time, its purpose is to ensure he doesn't overheat while working during...
Plano Ride-Share Nightmare: Driver Charged with Aggravated Assault on 12-Year-Old
In a case that has sharpened concerns regarding rider safety with ride-share services, the Plano Police Department has reported the arrest of a ride-share employee for a grave offense. According to the Plano Texas Police Department, Robert Johnson III, aged 31, is alleged to have committed aggravated sexual assault against a 12-year-old child on July 9th.
DFW committee looking into sports betting, casino gambling as legalization looms
DALLAS — This article was originally published by our content partners at the Dallas Business Journal. Read the original article here. The North Texas Commission is forming a committee of business and community leaders to look into issues related to destination resorts and casino gambling as the push for legalization continues to pick up steam ahead of the 2025 legislative session.
McKinney vs. Neville: Prairie Dirt Classic Decides Summit Modified Nationals Championship
Mike McKinney and Trevor Neville are in a tight battle for the Summit Modified Nationals championship at the Prairie Dirt Classic, with only six points separating them going into the final lap at Fairbury Speedway. McKinney leads with 7 feature wins this summer, while Neville has 4 wins. Yes, But.
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