Dallas city leaders are actively seeking solutions to address the ongoing pension crisis, with one potential option causing concern among public transportation officials and drawing criticism from a county commissioner. Approximately 220,000 individuals rely on DART transportation services daily, highlighting the significance of any discussions regarding funding reductions. DART spokesperson Jeamy Molina emphasized the critical role public transit plays in …

Russellville, Arkansas, nestled in the heart of the Arkansas River Valley, was hailed as one of the prime locations to witness the extraordinary transition from day to night during the total solar eclipse. In anticipation of the event, which drew crowds nearly three times the city’s population of 29,000, Russellville and Pope County authorities had been making preparations for months. …

Before dawn on Monday, eager visitors gathered at the Cotton Bowl in Fair Park, eagerly anticipating a seat to witness what many consider a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle: a total solar eclipse. Teacher Summer Liu, recalling a NASA scientist’s analogy likening a partial eclipse to high school lunch and a total eclipse to dinner at the White House, emphasized the significance of …

On Monday afternoon, millions of Americans had the opportunity to witness a rare solar eclipse, but while some adhered to safety guidelines by wearing protective glasses, others risked eye damage by viewing the event with their naked eyes. Directly observing the sun during a solar eclipse, or at any time, can result in permanent eye injury. The eclipse is only …

As millions of people across the United States marveled at the rare total solar eclipse, a fortunate group of travelers enjoyed a truly unforgettable experience at an altitude of 35,000 feet. Southwest Airlines, a beloved carrier known for its innovative approach, hosted an exclusive inflight “Solarbration” for passengers aboard select flights within the eclipse’s path. Complete with eclipse-themed glasses, napkins, …

If you had the opportunity to witness the total solar eclipse on April 8th, you might have observed a captivating phenomenon known as shadow bands. These are thin, undulating lines of alternating light and dark that move parallel on plain surfaces just before and after the celestial event. According to NASA, the intensity, motion, and direction of these bands are …

In a unique display of creativity, Michael Papadakis captured the total solar eclipse in North Texas using a special technique. Utilizing heliography, a method that harnesses and concentrates the sun’s rays with mirrors and lenses, the artist etched a landscape onto a wooden canvas. Known as Sunscribes on social media, Papadakis combines science, art, and ancient photographic techniques to manipulate …

In Dallas Federal Court, the high-profile trial of Dr. Raynaldo Ortiz, a former anesthesiologist, entered its second week on Tuesday. Ortiz faces ten counts of tampering with and adulterating IV bags at a clinic where he previously worked. The allegations against Ortiz include tampering with IV bags, resulting in medical emergencies and one fatality at Baylor Scott and White Surgical …

The Fort Worth Botanic Garden has enlisted a unique cleaning crew, affectionately dubbed the “Greatest Of All Time.” From now until April 15, the botanical garden is hosting a small herd of goats to assist in clearing out an invasive plant species in the Native Texas Boardwalk area. This eco-friendly approach, commonly referred to as “goat-scaping,” involves utilizing goat herd …

This week, the most valuable comic book globally was sold at Heritage Auctions in Dallas. Action Comic No. 1, which introduced Superman to the world, was sold on Thursday for a staggering $6 million. Regarded as the most significant and influential comic book ever published, it came with a letter from one of Superman’s creators, providing insights into the character’s …

Authorities are on the lookout for a suspect following the discovery of a deceased woman with gunshot wounds at a residence in a Dallas neighborhood early Saturday. Upon receiving reports of a shooting, the Dallas Police Department dispatched officers to a residence situated in the 4300 block of Colonial Avenue. Upon arrival, law enforcement found a woman who had sustained …