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Optimal Blue announces AI capabilities and ongoing strategy focused on addressing real-world challenges for mortgage lenders
Leader in capital markets technology announces AI capabilities and ongoing strategy focused on addressing real-world challenges for mortgage lenders. PLANO, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire – National News/ — Optimal Blue today announced the delivery of generative AI capabilities centered on helping lenders maximize profitability on every loan transaction. Through direct engagement with its thousands of clients, the company has begun delivering generative AI capabilities built for secondary-market-specific use cases and purposefully designed to solve the real-world challenges that mortgage lenders face. The company’s launch of AI assistants has initiated with the release of three new AI capabilities in Optimal Blue’s CompassEdge hedging and loan trading platform.
Partly cloudy skies, below normal temperatures usher North Texas into weekend
NORTH TEXAS – Skies on Thursday morning were clear with fewer clouds and temperatures in the upper 70s.There will be a few showers and storms in the afternoon, especially east and southeast of Dallas-Fort Worth. Most of the Metroplex has a 10% or 20% chance of storms developing.Most of North Texas will see partly cloudy skies on Thursday. Highs will remain below normal, topping out near 90 degrees in the late afternoon.North Texas remains sandwiched between two areas of high pressure, in a trough allowing disturbances to pass through and spark off rain.The pattern holds through the weekend, keeping spotty afternoon showers in the forecast through Sunday. Any storms that develop over the weekend will be short-lived. There's at least a 30% chance for storms.Going into next week, the ridge of high pressure shifts back over North Texas, and summer reality returns as August begins with highs back in the upper 90s and sunny skies.
Plano can't grow much more — and that could strain the city budget
Plano's running out of room to grow — and that could hurt the city's budget. The Plano city manager, Mark Israelson, recommended a lean budget for the upcoming fiscal year, with no funding for new services or raises for city staff that don't work in public safety. There is a one-time $1,000 payment in Dec. for all employees, including public safety, in the proposed budget.
US Govt Steps Up To Assist Laid Off Tesla Employees
The United States is stepping up to assist workers affected by layoffs at Tesla’s Gigafactory in Austin. The Department of Labor has awarded Texas more than $1 million to provide employment and retraining services for impacted employees. A WARN notice suggested 2,688 people were impacted by the job cuts.
Inflation Squeezes Texas Public Schools As State Funding Remains Stagnant
A small Texas school district is facing serious budget problems as state funding remains stagnant amidst rising inflation. The Dallas Morning News reported that the Sunnyvale school district paid just over $300,000 for property and casualty insurance in 2022 and now is expected to face a cost exceeding half a million dollars, while the state refuses to increase the public school funding.
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.
Texas Murderer Spared From Execution Over DNA Testing Concerns
Ruben Gutierrez was spared being executed less than an hour before it was scheduled to take place, leaving the victim's family devastated. Gutierrez was set to be put to death just after 6 pm on Tuesday, July 16th, 2024, but it looks like things have changed. His arguments regarding DNA testing in a lower court ruling led to an order to halt the execution by the high court.
Concert series ends with one for the ‘Swifties’
Lead singer Julia Hill will be in Sachse Aug. 2, along with “Tribute: The Eras of Taylor Swift.” Courtesy TributeToTaylor.com. Swifties, rejoice! The city of Sachse will cap off its summer concert series with a spectacular tribute to Taylor Swift at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, at J.K. Sachse Park, 4310 Ranch Rd.
DeSoto Undergoes More Ground Spraying for West Nile Virus
DeSoto will see another round of ground spraying by Dallas County as another mosquito sample has tested positive for the West Nile Virus. The Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) laboratory confirmed the positive result and will spray for the virus late night on July 24 and 25, according to city officials.
1 man shot by police, 2 others arrested and 1 still at large in Dallas stolen car investigation
One man was shot by police and hospitalized, two more were arrested and a fourth was still at large Thursday after an investigation into a stolen vehicle turned violent in North Dallas, according to Police Chief Eddie Garcia. Undercover officers were tracking the vehicle near 9600 Golf Lakes Trail around...
Things to do in Dallas-Fort Worth this weekend: Asian film festival, Black invitational rodeo and championship cricket match
DALLAS — Back to school is just around the corner for some school districts, but Dallas-Fort Worth is still celebrating summer break with big events. Watch a new movie at the Asian Film Festival of Dallas or giddy up to the Texas Black Invitational Rodeo. If you’re looking for even more activity and mystery, check out the Major League Cricket championship game where the Texas Super Kings might be playing.
Shake-up at nonprofit Fair Park First raises concerns on long-term projects
The private firm operating Dallas’ Fair Park said Thursday it is beginning to review a draft audit report received Wednesday night focusing on spending and procedures at Fair Park. Oak View Group, which is the firm subcontracted by non-profit Fair Park First, to operate events and venues at Dallas’...
Mesquite police seek public's help in locating missing man
MESQUITE, Texas — The Mesquite Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating Diego Rosas, who was reported missing on June 27, 2024. Rosas, a Hispanic male, stands approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs 145 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen by relatives on May 28, according to a statement from the department.
Carrollton's Pooch Pool Party: A Splashing Day Out For Dogs and Owners on September 7
Carrollton's annual Pooch Pool Party is making a splash yet again, inviting canine companions and their owners for some aquatic fun. Set for September 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Rosemeade Rainforest Aquatic Complex, the event promises a range of activities tailored specifically for dogs. With pet-friendly vendors and doggie paddles galore, Carrollton is ensuring that both fur babies and their humans can bid summer a wet farewell.
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