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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...
Longtime North Texas sports bar closing after nearly 30 years
THE COLONY, Texas — Rix Sports Bar in The Colony, formerly known as CJ's, announced they will be closing down after nearly 30 years in business. The Facebook post said it will continue regular operating hours until July 27. Rix asked customers to comment on the post with their memories and photos, and the community delivered.
Union Bear’s new Denton location set to open to the public this Tuesday
Union Bear Brewing Co.’s new Denton location is expected to open to the public this Tuesday after much anticipation. While Union Bear's Denton distribution center opened in February at 221 S. Bell Ave., the restaurant portion was originally expected to open in April. Part of the 33 Restaurant Group,...
Forbes Names Dallas Singer No. 1 R& B Artist of All Time
Erykah Badu, the queen of neo-soul, was honored this year by her hometown of Dallas with her very own line of DART buses. Just a year before that, she made the cover of Vogue — a rare honor for an artist not promoting a new album or film. Now, she is getting her flowers from Forbes.
A new 6,000-home development is being planned in Denton County
DENTON COUNTY, Texas — A new 6,000-home development from Dallas-based Hillwood is being planned in Denton County, the company announced this week. The project will cover the 3,200-acre Hunter Ranch property at Interstate 35W and Robson Ranch Road, on the southwest side of Denton, across the highway from Argyle, according to a Hillwood release.
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.
Mavericks still miles ahead of Nuggets after free agency shocker
The Dallas Mavericks have three offseason moves that management needs to be proud of. Many teams have made some interesting moves to try and improve their roster. The Mavericks had interest in Kentavious Caldwell-Pope but he eventually signed a deal with the Orlando Magic. This is significant to Dallas in...
Cowboys' 'biggest bust for 2024' is already painfully obvious
Hang in there, Dallas Cowboys fans. The home stretch of July has arrived, which mean training camp content will soon consume the Cowboys news cycle. With the entire NFL on summer break, content has been few and far between for the last month. Because of that, media outlets are in...
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...
'Young Man's Dinner' at Dallas restaurant serves as mentorship program
DALLAS — If there is a recipe for success, Dallas restaurateur Bob Sambol hopes it is one he can share again and again with Dallas youth who might otherwise think their own prosperity is as out of reach as a proverbial silver spoon. That's why, along with Mark Jones...
More Restrictions on Smoke Shops Are Coming to Grand Prairie, Allen
Grand Prairie has passed additional regulations for smoke shops, and the city of Allen is gearing up to do the same. In Grand Prairie, the establishments will have to get a specific use permit if they want to set up shop in the city. There will also be new distance requirements for smoke shops to address a concentration of such businesses in certain areas of the city.
Executive Director of the Dallas County Juvenile Detention Center resigns after investigative reports published by WFAA
DALLAS COUNTY, Texas — Darryl Beatty, the executive director of the Dallas County Juvenile Detention Center, has resigned from his position following investigative reports from WFAA regarding allegations of mistreatment at the facility, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins confirmed Friday. A discussion of Beatty's replacement will be held at...
Children’s Medical Center Plano plans hiring event ahead of expansion
Children's Health in Plano is having a hiring event July 30 to hire applicants in available positions (Courtesy Children's Health) Children’s Health in Plano will host a hiring event in conjunction with its upcoming expansion efforts in Plano. The event aims to connect potential candidates with hiring leaders and may result in on-the-spot job offers.
Appeals court overturns $11M jury award to Plano spine doctor featured in WFAA stories
COLLIN COUNTY, Texas — Dallas’ Fifth Court of Appeals has overturned a nearly $11 million jury award to Plano spine doctor Stephen Courtney. . Dallas attorney Kelly Liebbe and Jonathan Rute were to pay about half the McKinney trial court’s jury award. Dr. Courtney claimed Liebbe and Rute...
Cowboys Predicted to Reset the Market With $200 Million Contract
The Dallas Cowboys face a decision on the futures of Micah Parsons, CeeDee Lamb and Dak Prescott. All three star players are eligible for lucrative long-term contract extensions. Parsons is technically heading into the final season of a four-year, $17 million rookie contract. Dallas also has Parsons under contract for...
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.
Cowboys may have perfect chance to steal talented RB thanks to NFC foe
The opportunities were aplenty, but the Dallas Cowboys opted against rebuilding their running back room this offseason. It is worth noting that the 2025 draft is absolutely stacked at the position, so perhaps the front office thought it'd be wiser to plug other holes and wait until next year to draft a stud.
Saturday Night Forecast: Unusual July Weather This Week
A shift in the weather pattern will bring unseasonably wet and not as warm weather to East Texas next week. TONIGHT: Mostly Clear. Low 71. Wind Calm.SUNDAY: Mostly Sunny. A Few Isolated Afternoon Storms. High 91. Wind E 5.SUNDAY NIGHT: Mostly Cloudy. 30% Chance of Storms After 1:00 A.M. Low 87. Wind Calm.MONDAY: 80% Chance […]
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