When it Comes to Police Pay, Hiring, City Hall Has a Messaging Problem
An eight-page city memo explains how the pay raises for DPD officers are compliant with Prop. U. Who has time to read all that?
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UPDATE: Abbott Bans Minors From Buying THC Products
Instead of an outright THC ban, an executive order that outlines the governor’s approach to THC has arrived.
Site of Controversial McKinney Mosque Vandalized With Christian Images
Muslim faith leaders say they aren’t surprised by the act, having witnessed “worse.”
People Living Near an East Texas Lake Have Doubts About State’s Post-Kerrville Flood Promises
Some East Texans say a lake in a FEMA flood zone was dredged without permits. Most state agencies say it isn’t their problem.
‘Please Dallas My Austin’: Austin’s New, $1.1 Million Logo Looks Familiar
They just want to be us soooooo bad.
Despite Overcrowding, Dallas County Jail Is Holding Immigrants for ICE
ICE is relying on local jails to detain undocumented people until they can be processed by the immigration system.
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Are THC Vapes Still Legal in Dallas? Yes, But its Complicated
The Legislature’s second special session ended Wednesday night without a sweeping THC ban, leaving us with questions.
Dallas HERO Wants City Council to Know: We’re Here to Stay
As City Hall finalizes its annual budget, the controversial watchdog group wants police salaries to be put at the forefront.
North Texas Activists Face Hate Crime Charges, Prison Time for Anti-Israel Graffiti
Free speech experts claim the charges are legally dubious, but in line with Texas’ flexible hate crime interpretation.
After Hill Country Tragedy, Local School Aims To Modernize Texas Flood Forecasting
The timely project was launched after at least 135 people were killed in the July 4 floods.
Council Member Suggests Cutting Police Oversight, Ethics Offices for Savings
A memo sent to the council, mayor and city manager on Thursday states that more potential budget cuts will be outlined soon.
Vaccine Hesitancy is Skyrocketing. Dallas County is Seeing it Firsthand
Despite the recent measles outbreak, doctors believe fear of ICE and vaccine misinformation could be keeping people away.
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Dallas Wants to be Developer Friendly. Will That Come at the Expense of Parks?
The Park board was ‘shocked’ to find out a critical fee paid by developers was slashed. Now, City Council must decide what builders pay.
Bomb Threat at Dallas ICE Facility Ends in Arrest
The Department of Homeland Security said a man approached the facility Monday evening and claimed to have a detonator on his wrist.
UT Dallas Loosens Ban on Student Newspaper Distribution
The Retrograde, a publication that operates independently of the university, will be allowed to be distributed on campus.
Where To Go For This Week’s ICE Recruiting Event Protest
The immigration enforcement agency announced the suspension of age requirements for officers ahead of its massive hiring expo.
Former Proud Boys Lawyer Now Working in Denton Courts, Investigation Finds
The local attorney has described himself as “unapologetically fascist” and has worked with multiple white extremist groups.
Fear and Heartbreak in Dallas’ Federal Immigration Court
A Dallas woman wanted to help the immigrant community navigate the court system. In doing so, she comes face to face with ICE.
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‘CD 32 Is a 175-Mile Fajita Strip’: North Texans React to Redistricting House Approval
The new maps will go to the Senate Thursday, before Gov. Abbott can sign them into law.
UPDATE: Where Are North Texas Schools Getting Their Ten Commandments?
Texas school districts are prepped to hang Ten Commandment posters. Now, a federal judge has blocked their display in 11 districts, including Plano.
We Are Very Jealous of the Mayor’s $40,000 Trip to Africa
Only the finest for our city’s mayor, apparently. Records show luxury flights and luxury safari tours were on the agenda.
Federal Order Might Change How Dallas Handles Homelessness
Dallas receives $51 million each year in federal grant funding. Congress could change the rules on how that money is used.