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Not Everyone Is Happy With Dallas’ Botham Jean Boulevard

Not Everyone Is Happy With Dallas’ Botham Jean Boulevard

By Jacob VaughnJune 1, 2021

A local business owner said he’s collected signatures from residents and other business owners in the area in support of changing Botham Jean Boulevard back to Lamar Street.

Not Just QAnon: CPAC Is Also Coming to Dallas for a Conference to ‘Uncancel America’

Not Just QAnon: CPAC Is Also Coming to Dallas for a Conference to ‘Uncancel America’

By Patrick StricklandMay 31, 2021

Between July 9 and 11, CPAC is hosting a conference in downtown Dallas. The theme this year is to ‘UnCancel America.’

Dallas Reproductive Rights Protesters Look to Future After New Abortion Laws Pass

Dallas Reproductive Rights Protesters Look to Future After New Abortion Laws Pass

By Steven MonacelliMay 29, 2021

Gov. Greg Abbott signed the so-called ‘heartbeat bill’ into law earlier this month. Reproductive rights protesters say they hope to vote him out of office.

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Petition Government? Speak Freely? Don’t Try That Before Collin County Commissars.

Petition Government? Speak Freely? Don’t Try That Before Collin County Commissars.

By Steven MonacelliMay 28, 2021

Joshua Murray is a familiar face at the Collin County Commissioners Court. But when he spoke out recently, Judge Chris Hill and the commissioners had him removed.

The Botham Jean Act Heads to Gov. Abbott’s Desk. What’s Next for Policing in Texas?

The Botham Jean Act Heads to Gov. Abbott’s Desk. What’s Next for Policing in Texas?

By Simone CarterMay 28, 2021

Bo’s Law is headed to the governor’s desk.

Texas Law Enforcement Keeps Confiscating Legal Hemp Products

Texas Law Enforcement Keeps Confiscating Legal Hemp Products

By Jacob VaughnMay 28, 2021

Confusion over hemp’s legality persists today.

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The Dallas QAnon Convention is Turning Down Media Requests Left and Right

The Dallas QAnon Convention is Turning Down Media Requests Left and Right

By Jacob VaughnMay 27, 2021

Promotional material for the event often includes an acronym that stands for “where we go one, we go all,” a popular QAnon slogan.

In Fort Worth, Deborah Peoples Hopes to Be Symbol of Change and First Black Mayor

In Fort Worth, Deborah Peoples Hopes to Be Symbol of Change and First Black Mayor

By Simone CarterMay 26, 2021

Mayoral candidate Deborah Peoples is ready to unite Fort Worth.

Convenience Stores Face Tougher Security Rules and Stricter Enforcement to Fight Crime

Convenience Stores Face Tougher Security Rules and Stricter Enforcement to Fight Crime

By Jacob VaughnMay 26, 2021

The Mayor’s Task Force on Safer Communities identified convenience stores as a common thread to neighborhood crime problems. The increased focus on convenience stores that drive crime is part of Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia’s new plan to crack down on violent crime.

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Waiting for O’Rourke: Will Beto Ever Announce He’s Running for Texas Governor?

Waiting for O’Rourke: Will Beto Ever Announce He’s Running for Texas Governor?

By Simone CarterMay 25, 2021

Beto O’Rourke is again making headlines over a purported bid for Texas governor.

Texas Mulls a Delta-8 Ban That Smoke Shops Say Would Crush Business

Texas Mulls a Delta-8 Ban That Smoke Shops Say Would Crush Business

By Jacob VaughnMay 25, 2021

Cannabis reform advocates say if successful, the move will hurt businesses and their customers.

‘I Got Really Angry’: Kids are Getting COVID-19 Vaccines As Anti-Vax Efforts Ramp Up

‘I Got Really Angry’: Kids are Getting COVID-19 Vaccines As Anti-Vax Efforts Ramp Up

By Simone CarterMay 24, 2021

Some North Texans fear that anti-vaccination efforts could frustrate herd immunity.

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Will a City Council Runoff Decide the Future of Dallas Police’s Mounted Unit?

Will a City Council Runoff Decide the Future of Dallas Police’s Mounted Unit?

By Jacob VaughnMay 24, 2021

Established in 1982, the unit originally started as a pilot program when mounted officers were sent into high-burglary areas. The permanent unit was created after the program proved successful.

‘I Just Started Screaming’: Investigators Look for Motive Behind Slaying of 4-Year-Old Dallas Boy

‘I Just Started Screaming’: Investigators Look for Motive Behind Slaying of 4-Year-Old Dallas Boy

By Simone CarterMay 22, 2021

Dallas police are still unsure of the motive behind the slaying of 4-year-old Cash Gernon.

Here’s a Non-Comprehensive List of Celebrities Who Have Roasted Ted Cruz

Here’s a Non-Comprehensive List of Celebrities Who Have Roasted Ted Cruz

By Simone CarterMay 21, 2021

Hollywood celebrities aren’t shy about disliking U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz.

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Save Us, Gandalf: Pro-Trump Lawsuits Seek to Void Every Vote Cast in the 2020 Election.

Save Us, Gandalf: Pro-Trump Lawsuits Seek to Void Every Vote Cast in the 2020 Election.

By Jacob VaughnMay 21, 2021

Filed by attorneys Paul Davis and Kellye SoRelle, the lawsuit claims changes in the election procedures implemented across the country violated the 2002 Help America Vote Act.

Will Biden’s American Rescue Plan Bring Water to Unserved Areas of Dallas?

Will Biden’s American Rescue Plan Bring Water to Unserved Areas of Dallas?

By Jacob VaughnMay 20, 2021

City staff have recommended the council approve $35 million from the American Rescue Plan to go toward the unserved areas program.

Denton County Man 23rd North Texan Charged in U.S. Capitol Riot

Denton County Man 23rd North Texan Charged in U.S. Capitol Riot

By Simone CarterMay 20, 2021

Another North Texas man has been arrested in relation to the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot.

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Texas Just Effectively Banned Abortions. Rights Groups Plan to Fight Back.

Texas Just Effectively Banned Abortions. Rights Groups Plan to Fight Back.

By Patrick StricklandMay 19, 2021

On Wednesday, Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law one of the most hardline abortion laws on the books around the country.

Academic Association Opens Investigation into Collin College over Fired Professors

Academic Association Opens Investigation into Collin College over Fired Professors

By Simone CarterMay 19, 2021

The American Association of University Professors announced on Tuesday it’s launching an investigation into Collin College.

More Housing Vouchers Are Coming to Texas. Will Landlords Accept Them?

More Housing Vouchers Are Coming to Texas. Will Landlords Accept Them?

By Jacob VaughnMay 19, 2021

Dallas is getting about housing vouchers 1,100 thanks to funds from the Biden Administration’s American Rescue Plan.

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Texas Gov. Abbott Bans Public Entities from Imposing Mask Mandates, Including Schools

Texas Gov. Abbott Bans Public Entities from Imposing Mask Mandates, Including Schools

By Patrick StricklandMay 18, 2021

Any official who puts in place a mask mandate that violates the governor’s executive order could wind up facing a fine of up to $1,000.

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