Some local schools are taking a different approach to reading. Usually, children are assigned books individually or as a class and then asked to discuss or write a report on what they read. While...
Train Slams into Semi-Truck
On October 15th, an Amtrak train crashed into a semi-truck that was stopped on the tracks with a force that sent the cars from the hauler into the air. The accident occurred around 7:00 pm in...
TPWD Searching for Pronghorn Poachers in Panhandle
Between Friday, Sept. 24 and Sunday, Sept. 26, game wardens with Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD) recovered the carcasses of five Texas pronghorns. The animals were found with the head and horns...
Southwest Airlines Explains Major Flight Disruption, Hopes to Regain Customers
The COO of Southwest Airlines issued a statement explaining the airline's significant flight disruption that occurred last Saturday, leaving thousands without flights to their destinations. COO Mike...
Captain Kirk Returns to Earth
William Shatner, best known for starring as Captain Kirk from Star Trek, recently completed a journey to space at 90 years old. Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos’ space exploration company, took Shatner and...
Former Boeing 737 Test Pilot Indicted on Fraud Associated with Crashes
Former Boeing test pilot Mark Forkner is expected to face his first court hearing Friday in Fort Worth. Forkner was charged with “two counts of fraud involving aircraft parts in interstate commerce...
Covid-19 Infections Continue to Decrease in Texas
According to the Dallas Morning News, throughout the summer, when the delta variant spread quickly due to how contagious it is, the number of COVID-19 infections went through a spike. About six...
Red Bull Racing Show Run Comes to Dallas
The Red Bull Racing Show Run debuts in Dallas today at the PNC Plaza at Harwood District, located at 3030 Nowitzki Way. This free event will begin in the morning and will showcase the Formula 1 race...
Opportunities to Adopt a Pet Donkey Abound in Texas
When Mark Meyers and his wife acquired a donkey to be a companion for their old horse, it was not on their agenda to rescue other donkeys. However, rescuing other donkeys is precisely what happened....
By Edgar James | Oct 16, 2021
Texas Supreme Court Blocks San Antonio Vaccine Mandate
On Thursday, October 14th, the Texas Supreme Court ruled to temporarily block a mandate from the San Antonio Independent School District, which would have forced all employees to receive the...
By Dean Barker | Oct 15, 2021
Texas is the 9th Least Energy Efficient State, Here’s Why
According to a new study by WalletHub, Texas is among 2021’s least energy-efficient states because of its energy consumption, creating high costs for its residents. WalletHub found that the Lone...
By Edgar James | Oct 15, 2021
Mi Cocina Open Location at Klyde Warren Park
The restaurant Mi Cocina will open next Monday at Klyde Warren Park. It is the twenty-second location from the M Crowd Restaurant Group. This location’s unique design encompasses 11,000 square feet...
Critical Race Theory Books Removed from Carroll ISD Classrooms
The Carroll Independent School District, which envelopes Southlake, began a program where books in classrooms would be assessed and removed if deemed inappropriate by the school staff. Books deemed...
You Decide: Break Down of the Eight Ballot Initiatives
Early voting starts on Monday, October 18 for the November 2 election. Voters will find eight statewide propositions on their ballots. The Texas Constitution requires all amendments to be ratified...
By Darren Reed | Oct 15, 2021
LGBTQ Online Resources Taken Down After Election Opponent Criticism
An official webpage containing "resources for LGBTQ community members" was taken down after Former Texas State Senator Don Huffines posted a video on Twitter, shown below. The video contained...
Salesforce to Relocate Dallas Employees “Targeted” by Heartbeat Act
Salesforce is offering its Texas employees an “escape route” in response to the Lone Star state’s decision to enact into law the Heartbeat Act. According to media reports, Salesforce CEO Marc...
By Edgar James | Oct 14, 2021
Airlines to Require COVID Vaccine Despite Gov. Abbott Executive Order
As previously reported by the Dallas Express earlier this week, Governor Greg Abbott signed an executive order that banned requiring Texas employees and customers to receive the COVID vaccine....
Journey of The Heartbeat Act and Pro-Abortion Pushback
Texas' new anti-abortion law has sent ripples through the nation, sparking protests and rallies. The controversial legislation has bounced its way through multiple courts, with varying results....
Mayor Johnson’s New Plan Against Domestic Violence
On Monday, October 11, Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson and Police Chief Eddie Garcia revealed their new plan to attempt to reduce domestic violence. According to the City of Dallas press release, the City...
Matthew McConaughey Considers Running for Governor
Actor Matthew McConaughey is allegedly considering running for Texas Governor. The Dallas Buyers Club actor is contemplating a run against current Governor Gregg Abbott in 2022 if he feels he can...
Abbott Shuts Down Biden’s COVID Vaccine Mandate
On October 11, Governor Greg Abbott signed an executive order that stopped Texas employees and customers from being required to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Opposed to President Biden’s national call...