Dallas News

City leaders look for solutions to Dallas pension crisis, public transportation part of discussion

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 …

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Eclipse chasers arrive in North Texas two days ahead of totality

Visitors from across the nation and around the globe are flocking to North Texas for the rare opportunity to witness a total solar eclipse. “I’ve seen a partial one, back in August maybe. That was pretty cool, but this… I think this is going to be awesome,” remarked Hunter Burton, a seasoned space camp attendee. Burton, along with his family, …

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Tents are set up in North Texas for the total eclipse experience

With just two days left until the total solar eclipse, anticipation is high as some enthusiasts set up camp for a weekend-long experience. Gillian Cole from Dallas is among those who have pitched tents at Samuell Farm in Mesquite for the Totality Dallas event organized by the Dallas Park and Recreation Department. Equipped with essentials like a sleeping bag, silk …

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Small-town North Texas businesses embrace total solar eclipse crowd rain or shine

In a Texas town, reminiscent of nearly 150 years ago, the anticipation of a total solar eclipse is tinged with the familiar worry of cloud cover spoiling the view. Forecasted overcast skies threaten Monday’s celestial event, drawing eclipse enthusiasts to small-town businesses in hopes of a clear spectacle. Waxahachie, located half an hour south of Dallas, is gearing up for …

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Dallas Police fire two officers for use of force and sexual comments

Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia has terminated two officers this week, citing inappropriate conduct—one for excessive force and another for making inappropriate sexual remarks. Senior Corporal Lontrell Tatum was dismissed after an investigation revealed that he had deployed pepper spray on a handcuffed woman in the back of his police vehicle. The Dallas Police Department stated that Tatum’s actions constituted …

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Meet the 6-year-old cancer survivor who will walk the runway for a good cause

A 6-year-old from Euless, North Texas, named Noble Samiyah, aims to inspire others as she walks down the catwalk. Samiyah, a cancer survivor, is also an advocate for a local nonprofit dedicated to assisting families during their toughest times. Her journey began when she was diagnosed with leukemia at the age of two, shortly after her mother, Kelcee King, noticed …

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Students build Lego models of sun, earth, and moon to learn about the solar eclipse

Angela Gier’s fifth-grade science class at Maple Lawn Elementary in Dallas ISD has embarked on an engaging journey to explore the upcoming eclipse. Known for their innovative projects, Gier’s class utilized Legos to construct a model depicting the eclipse phenomenon. “The earth is rotating around the sun, then the moon comes in front of the earth and blocks the sun,” …

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McKinney couple to tie the knot during eclipse totality

Kathryn Jordan and Micah Simoneaux are set to exchange vows during a truly celestial event – the annular solar eclipse on October 8, 2024. Their decision to wed during the eclipse was inspired by a serendipitous moment when a neighbor lent them eclipse glasses to view the spectacle through a homemade viewer. Upon noticing the date of the upcoming total …

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