White Settlement Police are actively seeking a man connected to two victims of child sexual assault. According to Police Chief Christopher Cook, 39-year-old Steven Skalij, who knew his victims, was reported based on a parent’s tip. Skalij was arrested in October 2023 on one count of sexual assault of a child. Skalij’s criminal record, dating back to 2004, includes charges …

Ennis, a small town, is preparing for the arrival of visitors for the total eclipse on April 8. In Ennis’ historic downtown area, Morgan Ruffin, owner of Fern In the Wild restaurant and store, eagerly anticipates the upcoming eclipse. “It’s going to be incredible,” Ruffin expressed. “A once-in-a-lifetime event.” Ruffin is already making arrangements for the expected surge in visitors. …

In East Arlington, the Year of the Dragon will be celebrated this weekend during a Lunar New Year festival at Ben Thanh Plaza. The festival, taking place from Friday, Feb. 2 to Sunday, Feb. 4, is open to the public. Attendees can enjoy a variety of activities, including a Lion Dance, live music, food vendors, and a flower market. Lucky …

Intense competition unfolded on the field at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco as players from the East-West Shrine Bowl teamed up with patients from Shriners Children’s for engaging activities like “duck duck goose” and wheelchair races. BYU player Ryan Rico expressed, “That was tough,” reflecting on the wheelchair race. “She’s been giving me lessons, but I’m still …

Following months of debate, the Dallas City Council’s plan to address the city’s costly issues left some individuals disappointed on Wednesday. The city intends to propose a $1.25 billion bond referendum in May to address a $14 billion inventory of needs. In straw votes, streets received the largest portion of allocation recommendations, followed by parks, while support for affordable housing …

During a basketball game at a Mansfield ISD middle school, a 14-year-old student named Cirye Carpenter, known as Cici, collapsed and stopped breathing due to an undetected heart condition. She was saved by the heroic actions of a parent who performed CPR, ultimately saving her life. Carpenter, whose passion lies in sports, especially basketball, was aiming to play softball in …

Dallas City Council members expressed concerns on Wednesday regarding the adequacy of a $500 million transportation bond proposal to support the council’s commitment to the ‘Vision Zero’ road safety plan adopted in 2022. The ‘Vision Zero’ plan aims to eliminate traffic fatalities by 2030 and reduce serious injuries by 50%. “We’re a long way from where we need to be, …

A local pastor, chosen by Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., now leads the Rainbow PUSH Coalition into the next phase of the civil rights movement. Haynes shared how his decades of studying Black history led him to this significant appointment and how his leadership could impact North Texas. For years, Haynes has used his pulpit to advocate for environmental, economic, and …

Rosemeri Sabio, a recent victim of road rage, expresses frustration over the current status of her case but commends the Houston Police Department for reviving efforts to enhance road safety. Sabio and her 7-year-old daughter, Luna, experienced a terrifying incident on July 9, 2023, when shots were fired while they were stopped at a red light on Bellfort Avenue and …

In the wake of the Detroit Lions’ fall a win short of their first Super Bowl, head coach Dan Campbell emphasized the challenge of returning to such a pinnacle, echoing sentiments shared by many coaches and teams in the NFL. Houston Texans, much like the Lions, have experienced a season filled with promise and unexpected success, reminiscent of the journey …