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Record heat into the weekend, then a break


August 25, 2023

The intense heat wave will stick around into this weekend. An excessive heat warning is in effect through Friday across much of North Texas. High temperatures will be in or above record territory again Friday and Saturday. Luckily, the heat dome will shift westward by early next week, allowing for a weak, summertime front to move into North Texas. This …

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Dallas County’s auditor resigns after months of payroll problems cause budgetary chaos


August 25, 2023

The Dallas County auditor resigned after months of ongoing struggles within his office to pay employees and vendors, leaving the budget office scrambling to determine how much is left in the county’s general fund. Darryl Thomas gave his resignation Wednesday, County Commissioner Andrew Sommerman said. District judges appoint the auditor. State District Judge Stephanie Huff, a presiding judge for the …

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Former President Donald Trump arraigned in Georgia election indictment


August 25, 2023

ATLANTA — Former President Donald Trump surrendered Thursday on charges that he illegally schemed to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia, a brisk 20-minute booking that yielded a historic first: a mug shot of a U.S. ex-president. He was released on $200,000 bond and headed back to the airport for his return flight home to New Jersey, flashing a thumbs-up through the …

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Mesquite ISD middle school to reopen Friday after two-day closure


August 25, 2023

Update: Vanston Middle School announced on its Facebook page Thursday that power has been restored and class will resume Friday. Original story: A Mesquite ISD middle school is scheduled to be closed for a second day after a transformer near the building caught on fire and shut off power. Vanston Middle School will be closed Thursday, the school said in a Wednesday night Facebook post. …

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Updates: Ex-President Trump surrenders, mugshot taken at Fulton jail


August 25, 2023

Donald Trump has turned himself in to authorities in the US state of Georgia, where the former president faces criminal charges over his efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. The former president was fingerprinted and had his mugshot taken when he surrendered at the Fulton County jail. It was the fourth such surrender this year for Trump, who has been indicted in three …

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Pakistani Singer Kaifi Khalil Makes History in the USA by Enchanting Audiences Nationwide.


August 25, 2023

By: Raja Zahid Akhtar Khanzada The renowned Pakistani singer, Kaifi Khalil, who has captivated the world with his enchanting melodies, unique style, and soulful voice, has touched the hearts of his fans by performing live concerts in various states across the United States. These opportunities in the entertainment industry were made possible through CNYDesi Entertainment and National Promoter Rehan Siddiqui. …

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PragerU said Texas comptroller granted its education vendor status. Not exactly


August 24, 2023

State Board of Education member Julie Pickren appeared in a video in front of a giant Texas flag. She cheerfully joined the announcement that PragerU – a conservative media platform – was coming to the state’s schools. “We are definitely ready to welcome PragerU into the great state of Texas,” Pickren, a right-wing representative, said in the video. The announcement made a …

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How does excessive, prolonged heat affect homes in North Texas?


August 24, 2023

This summer’s prolonged dry spell is taking a toll on homes in North Texas — meaning you actually can blame the heat for your problems this time. If you notice structural issues in your home, such as your windows not shutting properly or doors not closing, you likely have an unstable or sinking foundation. Excessive heat in the area coupled with a lack …

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Judge blocks Dallas County commissioners from accessing juvenile records


August 24, 2023

The Dallas County Juvenile Department does not have to turn over thousands of records detailing whether children are kept in isolation for the majority of the day after a judge ruled Wednesday that county commissioners do not have the authority to demand the information. State District Judge Eric Moyé said the commissioners failed to prove that they had legal standing …

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