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'Baby, you're a firework!' North Texas NICU babies dress patriotic for July 4
DALLAS — For many parents, celebrating their baby’s first Fourth of July means watching fireworks or going to a barbecue. But that’s not possible for families with an infant in the NICU, or neonatal intensive care unit. These patriotic preemies are shining like a bright light in...
Woman files civil suit against Denton County, accuses sheriff's office of forcing her to remove her hijab
DENTON COUNTY, Texas — A woman has filed a civil lawsuit against Denton County and three Denton County correctional officers after she was reportedly forced to remove her hijab after while booked into the county's jail. The suit, filed by Tanya Victoria, argues that Denton County, through Denton County...
City of Grapevine urging people to avoid the lake on the 4th, Fireworks Extravaganza relocated
GRAPEVINE — North Texans still looking to make plans for the Fourth of July should avoid Grapevine Lake. That's the message city officials are spreading ahead of the holiday."This is just a dangerous place," said Mona Quintanilla with the City of Grapevine. "We don't advise people to come out and swim or do anything as such."The water is more than 15 feet above normal right now, after heavy rains in May and early June. Multiple lakefront parks and boat ramps remain closed."We passed by some light posts and some gazebos, you could just see the roofs of them," said Dan...
Celebrate the 4th of July Safely and Responsibly
As the 4th of July holiday approaches, the City of Colleyville reminds all residents and visitors to celebrate safely and responsibly. The vibrant festivities of Independence Day, with its patriotic parades, family gatherings, and spectacular displays, are a cherished tradition. However, it’s crucial to adhere to local regulations to ensure everyone’s safety and well-being.
The Military Launched Chaff Over DFW Metroplex and it Was Picked Up on Radar
There have always been conspiracy theories of the military doing stuff over the skies of Texas. It's not that I don't believe the military is conducting various drills or missions over us, it's that I don't believe there is something nefarious going on because there's a weird cloud in the sky after a plane flies overhead. A few months ago, a weird "rain cloud" was captured on radar over the Dallas - Fort Worth Metroplex but it wasn't raining. So what was it?
40,000 American flags to line the streets of Dallas suburb in celebration of the Fourth of July
IRVING, Texas (Video: KTVT via CNN Newsource) — A suburb of Dallas, Texas, is celebrating Old Glory in a big way this Fourth of July. Ahead of Independence Day, folks in Irving, Texas, are lining the streets with a massive amount of American flags as part of the town's flag caper event.
Town making safety upgrades in Canyon Falls
There are some safety upgrades happening in Canyon Falls, the town of Flower Mound announced Sunday. Last week, crews completed installation of signage for an all-way stop at Denton Creek Boulevard and Canyon Falls Drive, the town said in a news release. Along with the new signage, you’ll also see flags in the area to help bring awareness of the changes to motorists.
Fort Worth's Butler Place and Historic School Granted Landmark Status to Preserve Black Heritage
Fort Worth's efforts to preserve its past are taking a concrete form, with two buildings within the Butler Place public housing community and an adjacent school earning historic designations. In decisions aimed at acknowledging and safeguarding the city's African American heritage, these structures will now enjoy the protections and opportunities that come with being marked as Historic and Cultural Landmarks.
Motorists, pedestrians to see signage changes in west Flower Mound area
A rectangular rapid flashing beacon will be installed just before this intersection on Denton Creek Boulevard at Dolan Falls Drive to give drivers notice that a pedestrian crossing lies straight ahead. (Don Munsch/Community Impact) Flower Mound motorists and pedestrians will notice some changes in signage on the west side of...
Fort Worth gets $5 million boost to tackle affordable housing crisis
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded Fort Worth $5 million in grant funding to combat the city’s affordable housing crisis, city leaders announced at a press conference July 2. “Today is a huge opportunity for us,” Mayor Mattie Parker said. “We know that in Fort...
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