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The Flame Foundation, a local nonprofit, is launching its first-ever event, Cocina Flamenca Live, this weekend in Dallas. Inspired by Spain’s lively annual La Feria de Sevilla, or Seville Fair, the festival will offer a vibrant celebration of Spanish culture and art. Scheduled for Saturday, April 13, from 4 pm to 8:30 pm, the free outdoor festival will be held …

Dr. Raynaldo Ortiz, a former Dallas anesthesiologist, faces a potential life sentence after being found guilty by a federal jury on Friday on 10 counts related to tampering with IV bags and adulterating drugs. Following several days of trial testimony, the jury convicted Ortiz on Friday. Chief District Judge David Godbey will now determine Ortiz’s punishment, which could include life …

As the deadline for filing federal income tax returns approaches on Monday, the IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center in downtown Dallas will be open on Saturday, April 13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The center is located at 1100 Commerce, Room 121 in Dallas. No appointment is necessary, but be prepared for potentially high demand and the need to wait …

Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances leading to a school bus overturning in Ellis County. Italy ISD confirmed that all students and staff have been safely evacuated from the bus, with only minor injuries reported. The incident occurred south of Waxahachie, along rural highway FM55 near the town of Avalon. Avalon ISD Superintendent Khristopher Marshall stated that the bus involved …

NBC 5 and Telemundo 39 are seeking outstanding nonprofits dedicated to making a difference in the local community through the NBCUniversal Local Impact Grant program. This grant is specifically designed for local nonprofits with budgets under $1 million. Lynn Hammer, Executive Director of the Foundation for the Young Women’s Leadership Academy of Fort Worth, expressed gratitude for the grant, highlighting …

The family shared a photograph of Ricardo Oliveros, 51, whose memory occupies their thoughts constantly. Oliveros’ father, who preferred not to disclose his name, expressed the profound impact of his son’s murder, lamenting the loss of their joy and describing Ricardo as the heart of their home. Arlington police unveiled new surveillance footage capturing the suspect’s movements before and after …

Approximately 3,000 individuals gathered at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden to witness the total solar eclipse on Monday afternoon, coming from various parts of the United States and even from foreign countries. Alan Loving, who traveled from Oakland, California, viewed the eclipse as a rare opportunity, anticipating another total eclipse not occurring for another two decades in the region. Jeanne …

The Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas organized an eclipse party on the plaza, welcoming thousands of attendees to witness the eclipse together while being guided by astronomers. Jean Martin and Christopher Erickson, who traveled from the San Francisco Bay Area, eagerly awaited the start of the Great North American Eclipse event. This marked their second total solar …

More than 4,000 individuals gathered at the Dallas Zoo on Monday to witness the total solar eclipse, creating special memories and experiences during the celestial event. The zoo offered a unique menu featuring eclipse-themed pizza and popcorn for guests, who took the opportunity to craft memorable moments during the eclipse. Russ Nickel from California shared one such moment, where his …

Russellville, Arkansas, nestled in the heart of the Arkansas River Valley, was hailed as one of the prime locations to witness the extraordinary transition from day to night during the total solar eclipse. In anticipation of the event, which drew crowds nearly three times the city’s population of 29,000, Russellville and Pope County authorities had been making preparations for months. …