Abbott and Trump disagree on data centers, what should we know about them in Dallas?
The advancement of AI often feels inevitable, but some officials in Texas wonder if data centers need to be slowed.
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As solar and batteries dominate in Texas, Republican lawmakers consider natural gas minimums
Renewables make up 70% of the state’s future electricity generation, outcompeting fossil fuels in the marketplace.
‘A deal with the devil’: Religion motivates data center opponents in Texas
Some see the AI facilities as a sign of the apocalypse, others see an opportunity to advocate for environmental stewardship.
Why 78 degrees isn’t the right thermostat setting for everyone during a heat wave
Many public officials and corporate websites suggest people set their thermostats to 78 degrees as a way to stay relatively cool without breaking the bank. We don’t think so.
White Rock Lake, Trinity River affected by scourge of microplastic pollution
The U.S. disposes of enough plastic to fill AT&T Stadium every 16 hours, a study by the Environment Texas Research and Policy Center found.
Texas took away Dallas students’ cellphones. They turned to reading instead
School districts have largely reported satisfaction with the statewide ban on cell phones in the classroom.
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Drone delivery could cut pollution. Can communities live with the noise?
Electric drones could make small package deliveries cleaner. But in North Texas, Amazon’s Prime Air program faces a challenge: winning over people beneath the flight path.
Exploding diarrhea: We ask a leading Texas scientist how worried you should be
And if it’s safe to go out to eat (yes) and what to feed the kids for dinner tonight (fruit).
Opposition mounts to police camera ‘surveillance state’ in Dallas-Fort Worth
There are over 600 AI-powered cameras monitoring Dallas streets. Advocates are concerned about data privacy and use by federal immigration enforcement.
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SMU report suggests driverless cars could cut congestion in DFW, concerns remain
Advocates for AI-driven AVs have argued that the vehicles could cut commute times, a claim supported by a new SMU study, although many are still skeptical.
Texas Republicans second guess data center boom as environmental concerns persist
Gov. Greg Abbott has called for data centers to provide their own power and cease development in rural areas.
DPD debuts ‘de-escalating’ drone first responder, aims to shorten response times
Dallas police drones will be stationed at eight Dallas Fire-Rescue stations to respond to police calls and fires.
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Waymo suspends robotaxi operation in Dallas following scrutiny over software, safety
Waymo is the latest robotaxi company to halt its program in North Texas due to safety concerns.
‘This is against God’: 830-acre North Texas data center met with wave of opposition
Skeptical residents warned of traffic congestion, water runoff, light pollution and noise caused by the mega warehouses.
Yes, the mosquitos are bad in Dallas. This year is actually an improvement
Dallas is one of the worst cities in the US for battling the buzzing blood suckers, but that’s better than we ranked last year. See where we landed for this year.
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‘Unbearable’ noise and chicken deaths: lawsuits mount against local crypto mine
Residents allege cardiac issues, tinnitus, permanent hearing loss and insomnia have developed from the noise.
The Liquor Store Vending Machine: Goody-Goody Upgrades Greenville Avenue Store
Be sure to take your phone into Goody-Goody on Greenville Avenue. You’ll need it to select your bottles.
Houston, We Have a Twang: Charley Crockett Wakes Up the Artemis II Crew
A soulful track from the Dallas country singer became a soundtrack for Artemis II astronauts on the last full day of their historic lunar journey.
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Hello, Garland Telehealth? Anyone There?
Problems with miscommunication, high expectations and transparency derailed a unique public healthcare program.
Do Waymo Robo Taxis Need Way More Regulations? Austin Shooting Draws Concern
An autonomous vehicle blocked an ambulance shortly after the March 1 shooting in downtown Austin. Can Dallas officials prevent a similar incident?
Majoring in Artificial Intelligence? UNT Launches New AI Degree Program
The University of North Texas will become the fourth Texas college to adopt an artificial intelligence degree program.
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Who’s Driving That? Waymo Driverless Cars Now Roving Dallas, Houston
Waymo autonomous vehicles are equipped with 13 cameras, four lidars and six radars.