On a field trip to Alaska in late May, a Grapevine nurse happened to be in the right place at the right time to save an infant's life. Around 6:30 p.m. on May 28, Alaska State Troopers (AST) began...
Congressman Files Authorization for Military Force Against Russia
On Sunday, U.S. Representative Adam Kinzinger (R-Illinois) introduced an Authorization for Military Force (AUMF) resolution. If approved, President Joe Biden would have unilateral authority to use...
The Village Baking Company: Kindness and Quality Service
Nothing beats a warm pastry and a flavorful coffee on a busy morning or a tasty sandwich for a midday pick-me-up. Whatever your taste buds desire, the Village Baking Company has you covered with...
Italy Moves to Give Children Both Parents’ Last Names
Italy's Constitutional Court has ruled that the practice of naming a child solely after its father should come to an end, stating that the custom was "discriminatory and harmful to the identity" of...
Local School District to Implement Private Internet Network
Arlington ISD is now focused on providing up-to-date technology for all students by creating a private internet network. By the end of 2023, all Arlington ISD schools will be linked to the network...
By Amy Jones | May 2, 2022
Dallas Jewish Conservatives Host ‘Protect Our Children’ Discussion
To bring more awareness to what children are being exposed to today, the Dallas Jewish Conservatives (DJC) organization held an event on April 28 titled "Protect Our Children." The panel of speakers...
Abbott, Patrick Want Supreme Court to Review Whistleblower Laws
After a 2020 whistleblower lawsuit against Attorney General Ken Paxton, Governor Greg Abbott and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick are supporting Paxton's motion to have the Texas Supreme Court review...
New Hampshire Bill Making Ivermectin Available Without Prescription Moves Forward
New Hampshire could become the second state to make Ivermectin available over the counter to humans without a prescription.
Rep. Pat Fallon Responds to Psaki’s Comment on Guardsman’s Death
The White House's response to news of a Texas National Guard soldier's death drew criticism from Texas Representative Pat Fallon. The body of Bishop Evans was found Monday, as reported in The Dallas...
Tiger Cub Seized in South Texas Given New Home in DFW
A tiger cub seized in Laredo has been taken to In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Educational Center in Wylie, Texas. On April 22, the Laredo Police Department worked with Laredo Animal Care...
By Mary Dada | May 2, 2022
Dallas to Host a Wealth of Events for Juneteenth
Nearly a year after Juneteenth became a federally-recognized holiday, multiple organizations in the City of Dallas are preparing for the annual celebrations.
Trevor Reed Arrives in Texas after Release from Russia
Trevor Reed, the U.S. Marine imprisoned in Russia since July 2019, arrived early Thursday morning in San Antonio.
City Council Voted in Favor of Bonds for Projects
The Dallas City Council voted 14-for improvements to Fair Park and a new convention center. The city plans to pay back the bonds by increasing city hotel occupancy taxes from 13% to 15%.
Stock Market Experiences Whiplash
A wild ride for the stock market last week saw the U.S. stock market experience growth one day just two days later, the market slumped and stocks fell to a new low for 2022 on April 27.
JD Granger Resigns from TRWD, Maintains Involvement
JD Granger, head of the Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD), announced on April 29 that he would resign his position effective immediately. Still, reports say his involvement in the Panther...
North Texas Funders Initiative to Invest Locally
The Dallas Foundationjoins other organizations to form the North Texas Funders Initiative to invest money and resources in local nonprofits. The partnership will last for three years and focus on nonprofit community leaders.
TikTok Takes Top Spot for Most Downloads
TikTok, the app that has turned short-form mobile videos into viral sensations, has taken the top spot globally for most downloads in the first quarter of 2022. TikTok has jumped ahead of Instagram...
Student Uses Racial Slurs in Class, Teacher Does Nothing
The Fort Worth ISD Superintendent is calling for the firing of a teacher whose ninth-grade student repeatedly used racial slurs in a classroom presentation. As reported by NBC 5 News, a 3-minute,...
By Mary Dada | May 1, 2022
Texas State Fair Raises Money For Nonprofits
The State Fair of Texas has awarded funding to twenty-three organizations in South Texas after the organization raised over $148,000 during this first grant cycle of 2022.
Russia Bombs Kyiv During UN Visit
Ukraine experienced another heavy day of fighting with the Russians focusing efforts on the capital city of Kyiv. While nearly the entirety of Ukraine was under fire on Thursday, the attacks on Kyiv...
Billy Chemirmir Convicted of Murder
Billy Chemirmir, who was tried for the murder of 81-year-old Lu Thi Harris, was convicted on Thursday. Chemirmir is being investigated for the murder of 18 older women in the Dallas area; Dallas...