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The City of Denton is enhancing its vibrant downtown area with the launch of a new initiative. In collaboration with Block by Block, the City of Denton is introducing a two-year pilot program aimed at fostering a clean, safe, and thriving downtown environment for residents, businesses, and visitors. The Denton Downtown Ambassador Program kicks off with a community walk, fostering …

On Monday, a man who deliberately drove into a Fort Worth police officer during a pursuit was sentenced to life in prison. Officer Matthew Brazeal sustained severe injuries when Ronnie Jackson struck him in June 2020. Brazeal was outside his patrol car attempting to deploy stop sticks when the collision occurred. Stop sticks, also known as spike strips, are devices …

The cause behind the red hue of a creek in Richardson has been identified. According to the city, soap discharged from a nearby carwash resulted in the reddish coloration of Floyd Branch Creek near Arapaho and West Shore Drive. Health investigators determined that the spill, originating from the nearby carwash, was non-hazardous. In response, the city enlisted the help of …

American Airlines has announced the elimination of over 320 positions in North Texas as part of its restructuring of the customer service team. The airline stated that the reorganization aims to enhance customer support in the future. In a statement, American Airlines explained, “Today, we announced updates to our contact center organization that will help us better serve our customers. …

Fort Worth Police aimed to ensure pedestrian safety as they pursued 29-year-old Andrew Guerra, suspected of driving under the influence, reaching speeds of up to 85 mph on congested two-lane streets Saturday night. Sergeant Jason Spencer stated, “The officers observed the driver strike several curbs, nearly colliding with several other vehicles, driving erratically and quite fast.” The pursuit unfolded around …

UT Arlington has returned to regular operations and declared an “all-clear” following an investigation that found the threats made to the campus earlier were not deemed credible. As a precautionary measure and out of concern for safety, University police issued a “MavAlert” on X (formerly known as Twitter) on Monday afternoon, advising students to evacuate the campus and avoid the …

When Austin Underwood was born with Down syndrome, his parents were informed by doctors not to anticipate much from him. However, his achievements have now become the central focus of a documentary film titled “Underdawg.” The documentary derives its title from Underwood’s hotdog food truck venture, known as Austin’s Underdawgs. “To demonstrate that people with Down syndrome are not the …

Details are anticipated to emerge in the upcoming days regarding a bipartisan bill, which, if ratified, would grant President Biden emergency authority to halt the processing and release of migrants who illegally cross the border to seek asylum. However, the legislation would only be activated if the average number of migrants crossing the Southern border becomes “overwhelming.” “We haven’t seen …

Social media food critic Keith Lee, boasting over 15 million followers, has made his presence known in the Dallas food scene, causing quite a stir with his restaurant reviews. Recently, Lee embarked on his culinary journey, sharing his first impressions from various eateries he visited while adhering to his signature catchphrase, “he got ’em, he tried ’em, and rated them …

During Military Appreciation Night at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo on Monday, another group of local heroes was recognized for their swift response to a critical situation in the community. The event paid tribute to the first responders who bravely attended to the scene of the explosion at the Sandman Signature Hotel in downtown Fort Worth earlier this …