Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump is slated to deliver the keynote address at the 2024 National Rifle Association of America (NRA) Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Dallas. As announced by the NRA, Trump is scheduled to speak to members on Saturday, May 18 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. This appearance marks Trump’s ninth time addressing the NRA’s …
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‘Summer in February’: Warmer days mean earlier start to spring allergies
Record warmth in February brought out people eager to enjoy the weather at Dallas’ Klyde Warren Park. Mother Patti Harter kept her three kids home from pre-school so they could have a fun day all together at the park instead. “We just wanted to take advantage of this nice weather and get some vitamin D,” Harter said. The fountains and …
Read More »Clock ticking to submit for DART Student Art Contest
The art projects undertaken by students at Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts serve a dual purpose: they are not merely class assignments but also cater to a specific client. “We are creating something that embodies DART’s mission across 13 cities,” remarked Tuli Rice, a freshman at Booker T. Washington H.S. “This adds a bit …
Read More »Bodycam video released of deadly shooting at Joel Osteen’s megachurch in Houston
Houston Police released body camera and surveillance footage of a tragic shooting incident that occurred at celebrity pastor Joel Osteen’s megachurch in early February, resulting in the death of a woman and critical injury to her son. Assistant Police Keith Seafus explained that the video’s release aims to inform viewers about the officer-involved shooting on Feb. 11. However, he emphasized …
Read More »Plano offers grant money to improve aging shopping centers
Plano is rolling out a new economic development grant program aimed at spurring improvements in aging shopping centers throughout the city. The retail revitalization initiative seeks to enhance property values while modernizing decades-old shopping strips. An example of the program’s success is evident at Green Vine Market, which breathed new life into a former Safeway grocery store within a downtown …
Read More »2 people extricated, seriously injured after crashing into 7-Eleven sign in Watauga
Emergency responders in Tarrant County were called to the scene of a significant car accident on Monday afternoon, where two individuals required extrication from their vehicle after colliding with a sign at a convenience store. The incident occurred at the intersection of Rufe Snow and Hightower Drives, specifically at a 7-Eleven store. Upon arrival, officials discovered that the car had …
Read More »TCU urges caution after video appears to show man with gun trying to break into student off-campus housing
Campus police at TCU are cautioning the community to remain vigilant after surveillance footage captured an individual attempting to access the back door of an off-campus student residence while allegedly holding a firearm. The incident occurred around 4 a.m. on Sunday near 3100 Sandage Avenue in Fort Worth. Residents in the vicinity reported an escalation in such activities in recent …
Read More »Richardson ISD hosts listening sessions ahead of decision on school closures
The Richardson Independent School District is contemplating a plan named “Project RightSize,” which involves the potential closure of four elementary schools and a Pre-K campus due to declining enrollment and insufficient state funding. As part of the proposal, Greenwood Hills, Springridge, Spring Valley, and Thurgood Marshall elementary schools would merge with other elementary schools within the district starting from the …
Read More »Propane leak suspected in deadly Sherman explosion
A deadly explosion in Grayson County is believed to have been caused by a propane leak, according to authorities. The incident occurred at a residence in the 4300 block of Sistrunk Street in Sherman. The explosion and subsequent fire completely destroyed the home, rendering it unrecognizable. Neighbors contacted 911 around 8:15 p.m. on Sunday. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered the homeowner …
Read More »Perot Museum of Science provides one million glasses for The Great North American Eclipse
In honor of the historic event, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science is giving out one million pairs of eclipse safety glasses to students and members of the DFW community. The Perot Museum is distributing the glasses to more than 570 schools across the region including Dallas ISD, Fort Worth ISD, Arlington ISD, and Denton ISD, according to the …
Read More »Police chase started in Haltom City ends in crash in Dallas
A Haltom City police officer attempted a traffic stop for reckless driving that led to a pursuit, early Sunday morning. The driver failed to pull over and led the police to Dallas where the vehicle crashed at the Continental Rd and southbound Stemmons Fwy exit ramp, according to Haltom City PD. The driver and two passengers, who are all minors, …
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