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A storm system reintroduces the possibility of rain to North Texas on Friday night


January 31, 2024

A storm system originating from the West Coast will bring increased rain chances to the area. This weather phenomenon is characteristic of a typical El Niño event, which involves the abnormal warming of surface waters in the eastern equatorial Pacific Ocean. During El Niño in the winter months, the subtropical branch of the jet stream strengthens across the southern United …

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A Dallas resident passed away two days after sustaining gunshot wounds following a minor collision


January 31, 2024

The investigation into a shooting following a collision near downtown Dallas has transitioned into a homicide inquiry. According to Dallas Police, authorities were summoned to a hospital around 4 a.m. on Saturday where they were informed that 23-year-old Elian Murrugarra had sustained gunshot wounds. Murrugarra was a passenger in a vehicle involved in a crash on southbound Interstate 35E near …

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Surveillance footage captured a motorcycle colliding with a school bus in Fort Worth, resulting in the death of the motorcyclist


January 31, 2024

NBC 5 obtained surveillance video revealing a motorcycle colliding with a school bus in Fort Worth, resulting in the death of the motorcyclist. The Fort Worth police reported that the crash occurred around 8:15 a.m. Tuesday in the vicinity of 400 Beach St. While authorities investigate the cause of the fatal incident, witnesses shared with NBC 5 the difficulty they’ve …

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At a meeting held on Tuesday, proposals for transportation links between Fair Park and downtown Dallas were discussed


January 31, 2024

Major changes are on the horizon for the freeways encircling Downtown Dallas, particularly in the southern and eastern sectors. As a result, transportation planners are focusing on establishing connections in these directions, including links to Dallas Fair Park through the Deep Ellum and South Dallas neighborhoods. A comprehensive presentation featuring various options will be held at the South Dallas Cultural …

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Federal funding has been obtained to construct 100 additional EV charging stations in North Texas


January 31, 2024

Federal and local leaders convened in Dallas on Tuesday to celebrate efforts aimed at increasing the presence of electric vehicles on North Texas roads. Under Secretary of Transportation Carlos Monje announced $100 million in federal funding for Texas. A portion of this funding will be allocated to construct 100 new EV charging stations across North Texas, aligning with President Biden’s …

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A photo exhibition at Deep Ellum Art Co. highlights the Dallas music scene


January 31, 2024

The Deep Ellum Art Co. on Commerce Street serves as a hub for live music and art. Currently, its gallery wall showcases photography from various concerts in an exhibition titled ‘Music in Frames: A Thousand Words of Sound’. “I reached out to some of the best photographers in town and curated this show,” said Andrew Sherman, a photographer and the …

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The $500 million transportation bond proposal in Dallas allocates less than 2% of its funds to the ‘Vision Zero’ road safety plan


January 31, 2024

Later this year, the Dallas City Council is anticipated to seek voter approval for over $1 billion in bonds, with approximately $500 million designated for streets and transportation. However, the latest bond package proposal from city staff allots only about $9 million for the city’s “Vision Zero” plan to mitigate traffic injuries and fatalities — less than 2% of the …

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The revelation of the World Cup final venue is forthcoming


January 31, 2024

An eagerly awaited announcement, years in the making, is now just days away. By Sunday afternoon, the location of the World Cup final will be revealed, with Dallas potentially serving as the host. There have been numerous unconfirmed reports suggesting that Dallas will receive the nod, and the potential impact cannot be overstated. Frisco is poised to play a significant …

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