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New Police Chief Eddie Garcia Wants to Spark Change in Dallas

By Jacob VaughnJune 30, 2021

Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia said the city’s public safety issues didn’t get here overnight. They won’t go away overnight either.

‘Uncharted Territory’: U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw Thinks Americans Should be Allowed to Sue China

‘Uncharted Territory’: U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw Thinks Americans Should be Allowed to Sue China

By Simone CarterJune 29, 2021

U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw reintroduced legislation that would allow Americans to sue the Chinese government.

In Sherman, a Bitter Standoff Over a Marker to Memorialize a Terrible Lynching

In Sherman, a Bitter Standoff Over a Marker to Memorialize a Terrible Lynching

By Simone CarterJune 25, 2021

In Sherman, a public historian is fighting to install a historical marker commemorating a lynching that occurred there in 1930.

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Abbott Can Stand the Heat: Last Week’s Energy Shortage Unlikely to Alter Governor Race

By Simone CarterJune 24, 2021

Despite ERCOT’s recent notice to conserve power, Gov. Greg Abbott is unlikely to feel the heat.

U.S. Sen. John Cornyn Calls Democratic Push to Expand Voting Rights a ‘Coup d’Etat’

U.S. Sen. John Cornyn Calls Democratic Push to Expand Voting Rights a ‘Coup d’Etat’

By Simone CarterJune 23, 2021

On Monday, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn argued against the For the People Act.

It’s Pride Month in Rowlett, but Opponents Are Still Trying to ‘Hamstring’ City Council

It’s Pride Month in Rowlett, but Opponents Are Still Trying to ‘Hamstring’ City Council

By Jacob VaughnJune 22, 2021

There was controversy, emails to city officials and petitions all in disapproval of the proclamation. It all set the stage for a tense City Council meeting June 15. One of the people who turned out was Ryan Khalil.

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‘Texas Loved Ann’: Banners in Downtown Dallas Honor Late Gov. Ann Richards’ Legacy

By Simone CarterJune 22, 2021

A new project seeks to honor former Gov. Ann Richards’ legacy in Downtown Dallas.

Dallas Juneteenth Organizers Say Parade Here ‘For a Very Long Time’

Dallas Juneteenth Organizers Say Parade Here ‘For a Very Long Time’

By Steven MonacelliJune 21, 2021

Thousands attended a Juneteenth march over the weekend. Organizers say the parade will be around for ‘a very long time.’

What’s Really Going On With Rental Scooters in Dallas?

By Steven MonacelliJune 19, 2021

The debate over scooter rentals is really about the future of Dallas.

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Dallas Expanded a Rapid Mental Health Dispatch Program, but Some Want Longer Hours

Dallas Expanded a Rapid Mental Health Dispatch Program, but Some Want Longer Hours

By Jacob VaughnJune 17, 2021

They operate seven days a week, 16 hours a day between two shifts. One shift runs from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. and the other runs from then till 11 p.m.

ERCOT Asks Texans to Conserve. But What Happened to February’s Costly Energy Bills?

ERCOT Asks Texans to Conserve. But What Happened to February’s Costly Energy Bills?

By Simone CarterJune 16, 2021

Months after February’s deadly winter storm, questions remain surrounding who will foot consumers’ sky-high energy bills.

Rowlett’s Pride Month Meets Resistance From Locals and City Officials

Rowlett’s Pride Month Meets Resistance From Locals and City Officials

By Jacob VaughnJune 15, 2021

Debate over Pride month shows divide in Rowlett.

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‘They Need to Go Home’: Neo-Nazis Can’t Find a Warm Welcome at Texas Rallies

‘They Need to Go Home’: Neo-Nazis Can’t Find a Warm Welcome at Texas Rallies

By Steven MonacelliJune 14, 2021

When a group of White Lives Matter demonstrators showed up in the small town of Centerville, they didn’t find the warm welcome they were hoping for.

Dallas Animal Services Doesn’t Cry Wolf. When They Ask for Help, They Need It.

Dallas Animal Services Doesn’t Cry Wolf. When They Ask for Help, They Need It.

By Jacob VaughnJune 11, 2021

The shelter takes in 60-100 animals a day. In the first week of June, they took in 472 dogs and cats.

Dallas Bought One of the Shingle Mountain Properties. The Second’s Fate Is Still Unclear.

Dallas Bought One of the Shingle Mountain Properties. The Second’s Fate Is Still Unclear.

By Jacob VaughnJune 11, 2021

Residents hope the land will be home to a new park in the neighborhood.

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In Denton, the Trump Train Crashed Headlong into a Beto O’Rourke Rally

In Denton, the Trump Train Crashed Headlong into a Beto O’Rourke Rally

By Simone CarterJune 9, 2021

On Monday, former U.S. Congressman Beto O’Rourke spoke at a rally in Denton.

George P. Bush Cozies Up to Trump in Attorney General Ad

George P. Bush Cozies Up to Trump in Attorney General Ad

By Simone CarterJune 8, 2021

George P. Bush is running for Texas attorney general. Some believe he’s attempting to curry favor with former President Donald Trump.

Who Are These Texans Who Want Matthew McConaughey in the Governor’s Mansion?

Who Are These Texans Who Want Matthew McConaughey in the Governor’s Mansion?

By Simone CarterJune 4, 2021

Some North Texans want to see actor Matthew McConaughey as the state’s next governor.

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Conservative Lawmakers Ran Roughshod Over Dems, but Some in the GOP Wanted More

By Simone CarterJune 2, 2021

Some Texas Republicans are celebrating what they call the most conservative Legislature in the state’s history. Not everyone on the right is satisfied.

Did Michael Flynn Call for a Myanmar-Style Coup at Dallas QAnon Convention?

Did Michael Flynn Call for a Myanmar-Style Coup at Dallas QAnon Convention?

By Patrick StricklandJune 1, 2021

At the For God & Country Patriot Roundup, Flynn seemed to back the idea of a coup. Now, he’s claiming it was all fake news.

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.’

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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.

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