Noticed a haze in the sky over the past couple of days? Don't worry; it's not your imagination. Saharan dust has invaded North Texas this week, and it is not unusual to see it this time of year....
Left-Wing Challenger Tests Establishment Democrat
Although no winner has been officially declared in her Democratic congressional runoff race for south Texas' 28th district, Jessica Cisneros is requesting a recount of the balloting in her race to...
Unidentified Entity Caught on Texas Zoo Camera Puzzles Community
After an odd occurrence at the Amarillo Zoo near the end of last month, the city's government issued a press release on Wednesday looking for answers. Per the release, at approximately 1:30 a.m. on...
EU Embargo Affecting World Order of Energy Producers
The EU's embargo on Russian oil imports was intended to counter Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine by denying his government billions of dollars in energy sales. It may be doing so, but it is also...
Russia-Ukraine War Reaches 100 Days
The Russia-Ukraine conflict broke the 100-day mark last week. Russian forces made their way into Ukraine in late February, and the war has upended millions and killed thousands on both sides. The...
EU to Require Standard Charging Port for Devices
Under a provisional agreement, the European Union will require technology companies to incorporate a common charging port, USB Type-C, in all smartphones and tablets by 2024 and laptops by 2026. The...
Walmart to Use Driverless Trucks in DFW
Walmart will soon send driverless trucks to North Texas. The retailer announced they would use the new technology to make deliveries to Sam's Club locations across the region. Driverless vehicle...
More Families Sue Over Texas’ Transgender Child Abuse Investigations
Three more families filed a lawsuit Wednesday against Texas Governor Greg Abbott's directive that parents who allow their children to undergo transgender hormone injections or procedures be...
Pediatric Melatonin Poisonings Increased During Pandemic
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published a study last week that found melatonin poisoning in children had increased significantly during the pandemic. Melatonin is a naturally...
Taste of Dallas Festival Returns After Two Years
After a two-year COVID hiatus, the annual Taste of Dallas event returns to Dallas Market Hall this weekend for its 36th year. Organizers say the foodie festival will look a little different this...
By Matt Farrell | Jun 10, 2022
Texas Candidate Says ‘There’s No Violence’ Along Southern Border
Dan Sanchez, a Democrat from Texas who is running in a special election for a seat in the United States House of Representatives, asserted that "there is no violence" along the United States'...
Federal Court Questions DFPS Over Treatment of Foster Children
A federal court recently questioned leaders from the Texas Department of Family Protective Services (DFPS) regarding various issues that have resulted in unsafe situations for children in foster...
Texas Power Usage Breaking Records in Heatwave
Texas energy demand is expected to hit record highs this week as the state's economic and population growth puts a strain on its power grid amidst an intense heatwave. Monday and Tuesday saw the...
Gaming Festival and Tournament Held in DFW
During the first weekend of June, thousands of people flocked to the DFW area for two different major esports events. The Overwatch Clash tournament was held at Esports Stadium Arlington, WFAA...
Prisoner’s Escape Triggers Suspension of Texas Inmate Transport
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDJC) has temporarily suspended inmate transport following the escape of a violent inmate last month. The agency is evaluating its processes and conducting...
Trevor Reed Calls for Brittney Griner’s Release at Texas Rally
Trevor Reed, a former wrongful detainee in Russia, spoke at a Houston rally Monday and called for Brittney Griner's release from Russian captivity. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee organized the...
Recount Requested for Texas House District Republican Runoff
Candidate Mike Olcott lost the runoff primary election for Texas House of Representatives District 60 by just over 300 votes. Now, the self-described activist is asking for a recount. Incumbent Rep....
Dallas Police Chief Meets With District 4 Community After Teen’s Murder
Days after a shooting that killed a teenager, Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia met with community members in South Oak Cliff about improving public safety. Concerns brought by the community are not...
Paxton Criticizes Cornyn Over New Restrictive Gun Laws
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton asserted he would fight back against attempts at enacting federal gun laws while knocking Senator John Cornyn’s involvement in considerations of potential...
Abbott Orders Active Shooter Training for Public School Leaders
All Texas public school administrators will receive active shooter training provided by the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT)Â Center at the request of Governor Greg Abbott....
Dallas County Reports First Monkeypox Infection
Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) is investigating a monkeypox case in a Dallas County resident who has traveled internationally in the last month to a country with reported monkeypox...
