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Texans who have yet to file their federal income tax returns now have access to the IRS’ new Direct File pilot program. Initially launched as a limited trial in January, the program has now expanded to include all Texas residents. Direct File enables taxpayers to prepare and file their returns directly through the IRS website at no cost, without the …

The scene at the intersection of Willowglen Drive and Town East Boulevard is sobering, with visible damage to the surroundings. Yet, the sight of boarded-up windows and walls pales in comparison to the worries plaguing Mary Mitchell’s thoughts. “The situation could have been much worse,” remarked Mary Mitchell, reflecting on the events that unfolded. On Thursday, around 1 p.m., Mesquite …

Communities throughout the Texas Hill Country are gearing up for an influx of visitors expected to converge on April 8 for the total solar eclipse. One of the prime locations set to witness the spectacle is Kerrville, known for its extended totality of 4 minutes and 25 seconds. The city anticipates drawing thousands to experience this rare event firsthand. Selected …

A Dallas police officer is in stable condition after being shot during an incident on Thursday morning. According to the Dallas Police Department, around 12:45 a.m., officers, who were operating covertly in an unmarked car, observed a vehicle driving erratically in the 3200 block of Easter Avenue. Police stated that as officers pursued the vehicle, a suspect inside fired shots …

Following a major multi-vehicle accident late Thursday afternoon, southbound lanes of State Highway 161 at Walnut Hill in Irving were temporarily closed, resulting in significant traffic delays during rush hour. The collision, involving an 18-wheeler and four vehicles, resulted in three individuals being transported to hospitals with injuries, according to Irving Police. To facilitate the response of emergency personnel, authorities …

A family from North Texas is grappling with unanswered questions surrounding the untimely death of their beloved matriarch, Elena Rios. In February, Rios tragically lost her life in a forklift accident at a Walmart distribution center in Fort Worth, leaving her family in search of closure. For Rios’ granddaughter, Danielle, memories of her grandmother are deeply cherished. From shopping for …

A family from North Texas is making a desperate plea for assistance in locating the perpetrator responsible for Rory Thacker’s murder. Thacker’s sister, Holly, recounted the heart-wrenching ordeal, revealing that she discovered her 12-year-old brother’s lifeless body inside his residence in East Dallas on December 5, 2023. Initially considered an “unexplained death,” Thacker’s demise is now being treated as a …

The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex has become home to over 8.1 million residents, experiencing the highest population growth among all metropolitan areas in the United States in 2023, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Between 2022 and 2023, the DFW Metroplex added 152,598 residents, surpassing the 8 million mark to reach a total population of 8,100,037. This population increase …

In the sculpture titled ‘The Song of I’ by Dallas sculptor Kat Warwick, the age-old question of whether life imitates art or art imitates life is vividly portrayed. In her outdoor studio in West Dallas, Warwick meticulously works on sculpting a bust of a woman’s figure, which has been a project in progress for some time. Seeking inspiration and community …

DoorDash has announced an expansion of its SNAP/EBT payment offering, introducing over a dozen new grocery partners. This move is aimed at enhancing access to affordable groceries through on-demand delivery and extending support for SNAP/EBT payments to all 50 states. The company emphasizes that eligible customers now have a broader range of options to utilize their SNAP/EBT benefits when ordering …