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Trial expected to begin for Dallas anesthesiologist in IV tampering case


April 2, 2024

Jury selection is set to commence on Monday for the federal trial of Dr. Raynaldo Ortiz Ortiz, an anesthesiologist accused of tampering with IV bags at a North Dallas surgery center. Dr. Ortiz was indicted by a federal grand jury in October 2022, facing ten counts related to tampering with consumer products and adulteration of drugs. The charges stem from …

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AT&T data breach leaked millions of customers’ information online. Were you affected?


April 2, 2024

AT&T recently announced the discovery of a data breach involving sensitive information belonging to millions of its current and former customers, which was found online on the “dark web.” The telecommunications company disclosed that the dataset contains data such as Social Security numbers and passcodes for approximately 7.6 million current account holders and 65.4 million former account holders. While it …

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Still patching up after the last hailstorm, some North Texans brace for more possible damage


April 2, 2024

North Texans are bracing for possible severe storms on Monday, with tornado and severe thunderstorm watches in effect for several counties. At 2:13 p.m., the National Weather Service issued a Tornado Watch for seven North Texas counties, including Cooke, Denton, Grayson, Jack, Montague, Wise, and Young, until 9 p.m. Shortly after, at 2:31 p.m., a severe thunderstorm watch was issued …

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Downtown Dallas hotel makes shelter dog ‘Chief Happiness Officer’


April 2, 2024

You don’t have to visit a hotel bar during happy hour; at Fairmont Dallas, happy hour lasts all day, thanks to the hotel’s Chief Happiness Officer, Bondi, an 8-month-old shelter dog. “We brought Bondi on board a few months ago,” explained Yoke Yong, Director of Talent & Culture at Fairmont Dallas. “When I joined this hotel, I thought it would …

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Trial underway for Dallas doctor accused of tampering with IV bags, causing death and cardiac emergencies


April 2, 2024

The federal trial of a former Dallas doctor accused of tampering with IV bags, resulting in the death of one patient and causing cardiac emergencies for several others in 2022, began with opening statements on Monday. Assistant U.S. Attorney John de la Garza displayed an intravenous therapy bag during his opening statement, alleging that former Dr. Reynaldo Ortiz utilized his …

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Both sports vehicles in major Dallas crash allegedly linked to Chiefs WR Rashee Rice


April 2, 2024

Dallas Police are actively seeking the drivers and passengers of two sports cars involved in a high-speed collision that occurred on Saturday evening on Central Expressway near University Blvd. The crash resulted in injuries and the closure of part of the highway for several hours. Among those sought for questioning is Rashee Rice, a 23-year-old NFL player who was a …

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Multiple people hurt in Texas crash as severe storms hit central US


April 2, 2024

A pileup involving approximately 30 vehicles occurred Monday at an intersection south of Midland, Texas, resulting in multiple injuries. The incident was attributed to high winds blowing dust, causing poor visibility, as reported by the Texas Department of Public Safety. The crash took place along State Highway 349 around 4:50 p.m., prompting responses from Texas Highway Patrol Troopers and Upton …

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Astros not overly concerned after 0-4 start, sweep by Yankees


April 2, 2024

In April 2022, the Astros experienced a four-game losing streak that many fans may not recall, except for a few die-hard enthusiasts. However, that season ultimately saw the Astros clinch their second World Series title, making any memory of that early slump fade into insignificance. Despite their current 0-4 start, new Astros manager Joe Espada remains confident in the team’s …

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