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‘Our Voices Are Being Heard’: How Student Arrests Inspired UTD Protesters

By Emma RubyMay 2, 2024

One North Texas professor believes police responses to other campus protests may be “encouraging” students to join a Pro-Palestinian movement.

Who Are the Book Banners on Saturday’s North Texas School Board Ballots?

By Kelly DearmoreMay 2, 2024

Library books and censorship are among the hottest topics in education, especially when it comes to local elections.

Pro-Palestine Protesters Hold Walkout at UNT, the Latest College to See Protests

By Jack MoragliaMay 1, 2024

On Tuesday, UNT student groups added to the wave of college campus protests that have erupted across the country in recent days. More around North Texas are expected.

Dallas Botched Renovations of Its New Permitting Office

By Jacob VaughnMay 1, 2024

Not long after they moved in, Dallas development services employees had to vacate their new office because it failed city inspections.

Marijuana To Be Rescheduled in U.S. What Does That Mean for Texas?

By Jacob VaughnApril 30, 2024

The move won’t legalize marijuana across the country, but it’s a step in that direction.

Greg Abbott Warns Migrants About Alligators: ‘Cross at Your Own Risk’

By Kelly DearmoreApril 30, 2024

The Texas governor adds to his list of threats and jokes aimed at migrants with an alligator video from the Rio Grande.

Just Like Everything Else, Mobile Homes in Texas Are Becoming Less Affordable

By Jacob VaughnApril 30, 2024

Manufactured or mobile housing can be more affordable, but that doesn’t mean it’s cheap.

Dallas ISD Increases Campus Security Following Shootings

By Emma RubyApril 30, 2024

Gun violence incidents affecting two Dallas-area high schools have led to increased on-campus personnel and safety protocol retraining.

Dallas Library Plan Recommends Overhaul of Central Library, Renovations for 11 Others

By Emma RubyApril 29, 2024

The council unanimously voted to reimagine the “malfunctioning,” “dark” and”confusing” downtown central library.

Dallas Has 4 of the Top 100 High Schools in America

By Kelly DearmoreApril 29, 2024

U.S. News & World Report gives high marks for some Dallas public high schools in its latest study.

BREAKING: 97.1 The Freak Fires On-Air Crew, Will Return to Rock Radio Format

By Kelly DearmoreApril 26, 2024

After 16 months, The Freak will again become The Eagle and play rock music instead of hosting wide-ranging talk.

Caitlin Clark’s First WNBA Game Is Against The Dallas Wings

By Emma RubyApril 26, 2024

The Caitlin Clark Effect is coming to North Texas on May 3 in what is expected to be the guard’s first professional game. Here’s what you need to know.

Family Files Lawsuit Over Man’s Death by Suicide in Kaufman County Jail

By Jacob VaughnApril 26, 2024

A North Texas man’s family is looking for justice in a wrongful death lawsuit brought against Kaufman County.

New Dallas Police Program Will Map Cameras Across City, Raising Privacy Concerns

By Emma RubyApril 26, 2024

The partnership of Dallas and Arlington police with a real-time crime surveillance platform shows the blurred line between safety and privacy.

New Documentary on Uvalde Mass Shooting To Have World Premiere in Dallas

By Kelly DearmoreApril 25, 2024

Print It Black is a stunning, inside look into how Uvalde reacted to the horrific mass shooting at Robb Elementary where 21 people were murdered in 2022.

North Texas Students Join Pro-Palestine Protests Spreading Across College Campuses

By Emma RubyApril 25, 2024

Students at UT Dallas and UT Arlington have staged demonstrations in support of Palestine this week, joining the nationwide trend of campus protests.

Man Who Was Held Too Long in Jail Awarded $100,000 in Dallas County Settlement

By Jacob VaughnApril 24, 2024

A man was held in jail for nearly two months longer than he should’ve been. It’s the latest example of problems arising from technical issues with Dallas County software.