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Kanye West reclaims his ‘real identity’ in a bold statement


February 29, 2024

Kanye West is not willing to be bullied into back-pedaling into his decision to change his name. The 46-year-old rapper recently went on a since-deleted rant on Instagram, where he called out internet users for not respecting his wishes about being called Ye. In a screenshot posted by a fan on X, formerly Twitter, on Wednesday, the fashion mogul claimed …

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Prince Harry’s claims proved ‘incorrect’ in UK after backlash in US


February 29, 2024

Prince Harry, who has lost his battle with Home Office over security arrangements in the UK, failed to prove his claims in the court after receiving backlash for claims in Spare in the US court. Harry was challenging a 2020 decision made by Ravec to remove his automatic right to police protection when he returns to the UK. However, the Duke of …

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Dallas high school girls’ team headed to state basketball tournament


February 29, 2024

The girls’ basketball team at Lincoln High School in Dallas is gearing up for the chance to become state champions, but they find themselves practicing without their head coach. Ahead of the UIL 4A state basketball tournament matchup against Waco La Vega on Friday, the Lady Tigers held an open practice and media session on Wednesday, conspicuously missing their head …

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How Fort Worth could become a hub for Black history


February 29, 2024

In Fort Worth, three distinct projects are underway to preserve and celebrate Black history, potentially making the city a central hub for African American heritage. **1. National Juneteenth Museum:** – The National Juneteenth Museum aims to educate the public about Juneteenth, the day in 1865 when slaves in Texas learned of their freedom. – Named after Miss Opal Lee, who …

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Tuition-free Dallas College program aims to boost number of women in restaurant leadershipTuition-free Dallas College program aims to boost number of women in restaurant leadership


February 29, 2024

For 8 weeks, students enrolled in the Dallas College Restaurant Leadership Program are gaining hands-on experience aimed at reshaping the industry by cultivating future leaders, one student at a time. Michelle Carpenter, Owner, and Executive Chef of Restaurant Beatrice, recognizes the need for more women in leadership roles within the restaurant industry. Drawing from her own experiences, Carpenter, a James …

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Texas executes Ivan Cantu for the murders of his cousin and his cousin’s fiancée in 2000


February 29, 2024

Ivan Cantu, a Texas inmate convicted over 20 years ago for fatally shooting two people, including his cousin, was executed Wednesday evening at the state penitentiary in Huntsville. Cantu maintained his innocence until his death, claiming that false testimony and questionable evidence led to his conviction. The execution proceeded despite efforts to delay it, including appeals and petitions from Cantu’s …

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Mother takes on the state to regain custody of son after disagreeing with doctors over antibiotic treatment


February 29, 2024

In a Denton County courtroom, a contentious legal battle is underway as a mother challenges the state’s decision to remove her son from their home after she left a pediatric hospital against medical advice to seek treatment elsewhere. The case centers around 2-year-old Josiah Sanders, who was removed from his home by Child Protective Services (CPS) more than 65 days …

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Arrest made in shooting that killed teen at Dallas Church’s Chicken restaurant


February 29, 2024

Dallas police have apprehended a suspect in connection with the fatal shooting of a teenager at a fast-food restaurant in South Dallas earlier this month. Jeremy Grant, 23 years old, faces charges of murder in the death of 17-year-old Marcos Villanueva. The incident occurred around 7:15 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10, at Church’s Chicken located in the 4600 block of …

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Carter HS football player killed during robbery in Dallas, police say


February 29, 2024

A Dallas high school community is grieving the tragic loss of one of its students following the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old boy during a robbery. On Sunday night, Dallas Police responded to a shooting incident in the 2700 block of Easter Avenue. Jasmine Corbin, a resident in the area, recounted hearing a loud noise while watching TV with her …

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Volunteer group formed after Eastland fires responds to crisis in panhandle


February 29, 2024

As wildfires continue to devastate communities in the panhandle, residents of North Texas are stepping up to support the statewide effort to assist those affected. Among them are volunteers who emerged from the aftermath of the Eastland Complex fire two years ago. Amy Houston, a director of the Rancher Navy, explained the group’s mission: “At this point, it’s finding out …

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