Hackers Claim They’ve Leaked Dallas County Data
A ransomware group called Play claims it hacked Dallas County and that it has released five gigabytes of county data. The group threatens to release more soon.
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Dallas Continues Its ‘Dumb Conversations’ About Fluoride
Water fluoridation has been a topic of great debate among conspiracy theorists. Now, Dallas City Council is getting in on the action.
Are Kids Getting Hold of Delta-8? This Texas Lawmaker Wants to Make Sure They’re Not.
State Rep. Stephanie Klick, a Republican from Fort Worth, wants more regulation of hemp-derived products to ensure they’re safe and staying out of the hands of children.
Dallas Hosted a Gun Buyback Event. Will It Work?
Gun buyback programs can get guns off the streets, but there’s little evidence to suggest they work to reduce gun violence.
‘Disappointing’: Dallas Housing Bond Money Is Slashed by Half
Advocates hoped $200 million would be allocated for housing in the 2024 bond package. That number was cut to $100 million, but that could change.
Technical Nightmares: Hacks and IT Problems Continue to Plague Dallas and Dallas County
Hackers behind another cyber attack in Dallas say they’ll release private data if they aren’t paid soon. It’s just the latest Dallas area IT nightmare.
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‘It’s Not Covering Rent Anymore’: Dallas Prices Make it Hard to Get By on a Fixed Income
Hector Hernandez and Alecia Sanchez have been trying to navigate a housing crisis on fixed incomes. It hasn’t been easy, and it’s only getting tougher.
Hemp Shops in North Texas and Beyond Continue To Endure Raids by Law Enforcement
The latest shop to be raided for allegedly selling THC and marijuana products is in Killeen. The shop claims all of its products are legal hemp.
‘No Way To Escape’: Lawsuit Claims Cops Violated Civil Rights During Summer 2020 Protests
During the 2020 protests an SMU professor thought his country had declared war on him. Now he’s suing police and the city for violating his constitutional rights.
NIMBY Ambush or Neighborhood Input: Proposed Dallas Skate Park Could Be in Trouble
Although it’s a hot topic in the neighborhood, this Dallas skate park is a long way from becoming a reality. Some worry it could get NIMBY’d to death.
Blight and a Nuisance: Dallas Wants to Regulate Unattended Donation Boxes
Unattended drop boxes are an eyesore in parts of the city. Dallas wants to set new rules for them, but that could hurt the charities that use them.
‘Dire Situation’: Pro-Palestine Rally Planned Outside Dallas City Hall This Weekend
People in Dallas and communities around the world are rallying in hopes of seeing an end to hostility in the Israel-Hamas war raging in Gaza.
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Is the Revised Dallas Prostitution Ordinance Still Unconstitutional?
Dallas police can still cite residents for what are regarded as basic actions and communications. Some say the amended ordinance does not pass constitutional muster.
Court Rules Dallas Can Shut Down Sexually Oriented Businesses During Early Morning Hours
In a ruling last week, a federal judge said Dallas had the facts to back up an ordinance that would close sexually oriented businesses between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m.
Soul Stirring: This Outdoor Church in Fair Park Gives the Homeless Some Peace (and Food)
The parking lot church in Dallas has continued to grow as a ministry to homeless people seeking togetherness, redemption and daily necessities.
Dallas Police, Firefighters Ask for Delayed Bond Vote To Help Pension
If confidence in the pension fund dwindles, the city could see a repeat of what happened in 2016 and 2017: a mass exodus of police and firefighters.
‘That Adds Stress to a Dog’: Dallas Animal Shelter Is Way Over Capacity and Needs a Lot of Help
Dogs in the Dallas shelter are having to share kennels. Officials say they’re “matchmakers” for families and the animals at their shelter.
‘Drastic Change’ Could Keep Shingle Factory in West Dallas
Residents weighed in on a change that could remove a way to deal with properties out of compliance, including those of industrial polluters.
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‘Ideological Stunts’: State Rep Asks Dallas City Council to Investigate Pride Event
Texas Rep. Matt Shaheen claims obscene material was on display in front of children at the annual Texas Latinx Pride event in Dallas recently.
Hemp Hemp Hooray! Delta-8 Is Still Legal in Texas After Court Ruling
In a Sept. 28 ruling, a court of appeals decided that the popular cannabis product can remain legal in the state.
Derek Avery Wants John Wiley Price’s County Commissioner Job
Defeating the seemingly bulletproof commissioner is sure to to be an uphill battle for local businessman Derek Avery.
Student Suspended Over Hair Sues Texas Leaders Citing CROWN Act
Both Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton are named in the lawsuit for failing to enforce the CROWN Act, which protects natural hairstyles from discrimination.