Harini Logan is this year's Scripps National Spelling Bee winner. The 14-year-old eighth-grader from San Antonio, Texas, was part of the bee's first-ever rapid-fire spell off with 12-year-old Vikram...
North Texas Property Taxes Skyrocket
As North Texas homeowners prepare to receive their property appraisal notices, real estate experts say they should expect to see increased property tax values. Data from the Texas A&M Real...
Dallas ISD Introduces New Hiring Incentives
Dallas ISD is rolling out new incentives to attract educators for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year. According to a press release from the district, recruiters are hard at work bringing in talented...
Texas DMV Cracks Down on Illegal Tags
During the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles Board meeting on April 14, members announced they have continued to crack down on illegal paper tags sold by car dealers. Since January, thirty...
Biden Approval Ratings at their Lowest
A recent poll shows just 33% of Americans approve of the job he is doing, U.S. President Joe Biden tied the lowest approval rating of his presidency.ย
Chocolate Shortage Amid Easter Candy Demand
Premium chocolate candies and chocolate bunnies were in high demand and short supply this Easter season due to an industry-wide cocoa bean shortage. High-end chocolatier Li-Lac Chocolates discussed...
By Amy Jones | Apr 18, 2022
Cowboys’ Kelvin Joseph Questioned After Shooting, Arrests Made
The Dallas Police Department announced on April 16 the arrests of two individuals believed to be involved in a fatal shooting in March. The suspects were riding in a vehicle along with Dallas...
Texas Ale Project Celebrates Seven Years with TAP Fest 2022
Texas Ale Project is celebrating its seventh anniversary on Saturday, April 23, from noon until 7:00 p.m. TAP Fest 2022 -- โTAP Fest Goes 70sโ -- will celebrate seven years of brewing balanced,...
By Amy Jones | Apr 18, 2022
Georgia Governor Signs ‘Constitutional Carry’ into Law
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed a bill into law on Tuesday that eliminates the licensing requirement for gun owners to carry firearms in public. The law, dubbed the "Georgia Constitutional Carry...
Warren Buffett Ramps Up With HP Bet
Warren Buffett has been known for being tech-averse, but his reputation is slowly changing. The billionaire investor recently revealed in a U.S. SEC filing that his company, Berkshire Hathaway, has...
By Tanya Grant | Apr 18, 2022
Study Awards Texas ‘C’ Grade for COVID Response
A study grading state responses to COVID-19 between 2020 and 2021 crowned Texas with a "C." The Committee to Unleash Prosperity's report cardย ranked the Lone Star state in 25th place. The rankings...
By Edgar James | Apr 18, 2022
Ukraine Rejects Russian Demands in Mariupol
Russian forces attacked a steel plant in Mariupol, Ukrainian, that has been under siege for nearly seven weeks and whose capture would aid Moscow’s reported plans for a full-scale offensive in the country’s east. Ukraine Forces continue to resist after an ultimatum to depart.
State Rep. Leach Works to Halt Lucio Execution
Texas Republican says he will continue to fight to halt the upcoming execution of Melissa Lucio and hopes that the Cameron County District Attorney will step in and pause the execution.
Lowe Family Supports Veterans Through Nonprofit
A long-lost and rekindled relationship leads the Lowes on a path to assisting K9s For Warriors Veteran’s Assistance Program in Dallas.ย
By Edgar James | Apr 17, 2022
Superintendent Being Investigated for Unethical Conduct
Anย auditย released by Lancaster ISD recently uncovered potential foul play regarding Superintendent Elijah Granger's massive $2 million severance payout.ย Lancaster ISD covers a small portion of the...
Russia Must Slow Oil Production Due to Sanctions
Western Sanctions Have Russia's Oil Industry Backed Up. According to the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), oil is one of Russia's primary sources of income. Still, as Western sanctions take effect, Russia...
UT Southwestern Recognized for Student Involvement
On April 14, UT Southwestern Medical Center was honored for its work with Fulbright Students in the United States. During the 2021-2022 school year, they were one of the top-producing schools for...
SEC Admits to Unethical Breach
The Dallas Expressย has received information from the New Civil Liberties Alliance (NCLA) that the United States Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) has admitted to allowing enforcement staff to...
Presidium Breaks Ground on New Luxury Apartments
A new luxury property is coming soon to Dallas. Presidium announced on April 12 that it had broken ground on a new 344-unit development called Valley View. The complex will be located in Farmers...
CDC Extends Mask Mandates for Travelers
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced on April 13 that it is extending the nationwide mask requirement for passengers on planes, trains, and buses for fifteen days as it...
Kinder Chocolate Recalled Over Salmonella Outbreak
Chocolate is a big deal around Easter and is found in Easter baskets and candy dishes in many homes. However, you may want to check your candy stash if you are a fan of Ferrero's Kinder chocolate...
By Amy Jones | Apr 16, 2022