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80-year-old woman gunned down by another woman at Dallas home, police say


March 18, 2024

In Dallas early Sunday morning, tragedy struck as an 80-year-old woman lost her life in a shooting incident, leading to the arrest of another woman. Dallas Police Department reported that 30-year-old Kelsie Miles has been charged with murder in connection with the shooting death of 80-year-old Betty Hearn. The fatal incident occurred at approximately 5:10 a.m. in the 4700 block …

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Eastbound SH 183 closed in Bedford after fatal crash


March 18, 2024

A fatal crash occurred on Monday morning in Bedford, resulting in the closure of State Highway 183. Bedford Police Department reported that only one eastbound lane is currently open between the Central and Industrial exits. Additionally, the eastbound access road is closed between Westpark Way and Industrial. Authorities anticipate that the road closure will extend throughout the morning rush hour …

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Thousands choose Texas Hill Country to view total solar eclipse


March 17, 2024

Communities throughout the Texas Hill Country are preparing for an influx of visitors expected to arrive on April 8 for the total solar eclipse, anticipated to draw record-breaking crowds. Kerrville, positioned as a prime location and one of the first cities in the U.S. to witness totality, is gearing up for an extraordinary viewing experience. With an impressive totality duration …

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Rediscovering Central Track and Deep Ellum at the African American Museum, Dallas


March 17, 2024

The African American Museum in Dallas is currently hosting two exhibitions aimed at resurrecting the vibrant community that once thrived in the area now traversed by a highway. Central Track: Crossroads of Deep Ellum and Seeing a World Blind Lemon Never Saw are both on display at the Fair Park museum until May 30. Co-curated by Alan Govenar and Phillip …

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Police investigating after man found shot to death in Dallas welfare check


March 17, 2024

Police are currently on the lookout for a gunman following a tragic incident where a man was discovered fatally wounded by gunfire outside a residence in a Dallas neighborhood overnight. The Dallas Police Department received a call regarding a welfare check around 12:45 a.m., prompting officers to respond to the 1700 block of Mentor Avenue. Upon arrival, law enforcement found …

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Texas ranks among the most dangerous states to drive on St. Patrick’s Day


March 17, 2024

St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated with great enthusiasm across the United States, but unfortunately, it also ranks as one of the deadliest holidays for motorists due to increased car accidents. A recent map, based on data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and its Fatality and Injury Reporting System (FIRST), highlights the most perilous states for driving on …

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Thousands line Greenville Avenue for Dallas Mavs’ St. Patrick’s parade


March 17, 2024

Despite the weather conditions, the 2024 Dallas Mavs St. Patrick’s Parade & Festival proceeded as planned, attracting thousands of attendees on Saturday. Dallas Stars icon Mike Modano served as the parade’s Honorary Grand Marshal, leading the procession of floats and vehicles from a pickup truck alongside his wife and children. Bill Richmond, accompanied by his wife, reminisced about their chance …

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Investigation underway after child is attacked by dog in Fort Worth


March 17, 2024

A routine visit to a family’s residence in Fort Worth turned harrowing when a child was bitten by a dog on Saturday afternoon. Responding to an investigation call, officers from the Fort Worth Police Department arrived at the 9000 block of Carroll Cabin Way around 2:33 p.m. Upon reaching the scene, authorities discovered a child with apparent injuries from a …

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Driver accused of hitting Dallas officer who was blocking traffic lane


March 17, 2024

Police have taken a driver into custody following an incident where the individual allegedly rear-ended a Dallas officer’s squad car, which was blocking a lane of traffic on Friday night. The Dallas Police Department responded to reports of a car crash in the 7000 block of Julius Schepps Freeway NB around 11:50 p.m. According to authorities, an officer had positioned …

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