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DPD Chief Comeaux Fires Back At Gavin Newsom

By Alyssa FieldsAugust 26, 2025

The top brass responded to the California governor’s tweet about LA’s murder rate being less than Dallas’, but the numbers don’t lie.

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California Gov. Takes Shot At Dallas’ Murder Rate

By Alyssa FieldsAugust 25, 2025

Gavin Newsom, who has launched a rival effort to Texas’ redistricting, took shots at Big D online.

Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia

Ex-Dallas Chief Eddie Garcia Hired To Lead Fort Worth Police

By Alyssa FieldsAugust 21, 2025

Eddie Garcia will head back to North Texas, less than 12 months after he left Dallas for Austin.

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2 North Texas Suburbs Ranked Among the Safest in United States

2 North Texas Suburbs Ranked Among the Safest in United States

By Kelly DearmoreAugust 5, 2025

Sure, the ‘burbs can be boring, but being safe isn’t such a drag.

Money scams

When This Kind of ‘Cop’ Calls, You Should Call 911

By Alyssa FieldsJuly 28, 2025

The Dallas Police Department will not ask you to pay a $1,000 debt in cryptocurrency by the end of the day. Just FYI.

Sexual Assault Survivors Are Now Naming Names on Social Media

By Emma RubyJuly 23, 2025

When the legal system fails them, an increasing number of women are finding support and empowerment online.

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Texas Schools Add Attack Drones To Protect Students

Texas Schools Add Attack Drones To Protect Students

By Alyssa FieldsJuly 18, 2025

The high-speed drones are made to attack and incapacitate an active shooter on school campuses.

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UPDATE: Rashee Rice’s Timeline of Dallas Trouble, Including Jail Sentence

By Kelly DearmoreJuly 17, 2025

The former SMU football star helped the Chiefs win the Super Bowl, but will he see the field again anytime soon?

Video: Dallas Police Release Body Cam Footage From Weekend Deep Ellum Shooting

By Patrick WilliamsJuly 9, 2025

A 22-year-old man died, and police shot an armed man after fights broke out between two groups on a Canton Street parking lot.

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All Texas counties are legally required to file a SART report.

Texas Marathon Runner Inspires Stronger Legal Protections for Rape Survivors

By Emma RubyJune 24, 2025

The “Summer Willis Act” is named for a former UT student whose assault would not be easily prosecuted under prior Texas law.

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More DPD Officers Arrested For Intoxication Offenses

By Alyssa FieldsJune 16, 2025

Six Dallas officers have been arrested this year so far for alcohol-related offenses. It’s not irregular for the department.

National Guard Deployment Outnumbers Abbott’s Past Protest Response

By Emma RubyJune 12, 2025

The city of Dallas declined to say whether officials have been in communication with the governor regarding Saturday’s demonstration.

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Dallas Lawyers React to Struck Down ‘Vague’ Prostitution Ordinance

By Alyssa FieldsJune 11, 2025

A municipal judge struck down the city’s prostitution ordinance for being in violation of the First Amendment.

‘I Will Continue to Rise’: Dallas Student Abused by Coach Finds Justice, Voice

By Emma RubyJune 6, 2025

After becoming a coach herself, Jamilet Almaras came to terms with abuse she experienced at the hands of Kaylen Cottongame.

911 Response Protocols Are ‘Outdated,’ New Dallas Police Chief Tells Council

By Emma RubyMay 13, 2025

Chief Daniel Comeaux identified DPD’s lagging response times as a top priority in his first weeks on the job.

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Here’s Where Dallas’ Legislative Priorities Stand This Session

By Alyssa FieldsMay 13, 2025

The 89th Legislative Session will end in less than 25 days, and Dallas has a high interest in some of the remaining bills.

Trans women prisoners in Seagoville's federal prison are housed with men, stripped of their identity and harassed following Trump executive order.

Transgender Inmates In North Texas Face Cruel Intentions

By Alyssa FieldsMay 7, 2025

Trans women prisoners are housed with men, stripped of their identity and harassed following Trump executive order.

At Swearing-In, New Dallas Police Chief Promises To Recruit More Officers

At Swearing-In, New Dallas Police Chief Promises To Recruit More Officers

By Alyssa FieldsMay 6, 2025

The new police chief promised to lead the force with integrity at the joint ceremony he shared with the new fire chief.

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Protest Organizer Says She Was Wrongly Arrested In Dallas

By Alyssa FieldsMay 6, 2025

Following her arrest at the rally she helped arrange, protestors rallied at Lew Sterret until she was released.

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Large Number of Texans Affected by Scammers This Time Of Year

By Alyssa FieldsApril 28, 2025

Natural disasters displace more Texans than any other state. That’s when scammers pick up the phone and get to calling.

Karmelo Anthony’s Family Defends Him at Unusual, Emotional Press Conference

By Alyssa FieldsApril 17, 2025

Dominique Alexander called out what he said are racist attacks against the suspect in the Frisco track meet murder.

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Dallas Woman Files Sexual Abuse Lawsuit Against Prominent Christian Summer Camp

By Emma RubyApril 16, 2025

A popular spot for many of Dallas’ elite families has faced other lawsuits for failing to protect kids from a serial abuser.

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