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First Human Case of West Nile Virus Reported in Dallas County
Breaking News: First Human Case of West Nile Virus Hits Dallas County, Health Officials Warn. Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) has confirmed the first human case of West Nile Virus for the year. This alarming news has prompted officials to urge residents to take necessary precautions to protect...
Midlothian PD investigates auto/pedestrian accident
MIDLOTHIAN – The Midlothian Police Department is investigating an auto/pedestrian accident that happened Thursday, July 25 at around 12:21 p.m. in the 1400 block of southbound East State Highway 287. The accident, which left one man dead, had traffic snarled for several hours while southbound State HWY 287 was...
Duncanville to Experience "Rotten Egg" Scent During Atmos Energy's Routine Natural Gas Maintenance on July 29
Residents of Duncanville, mark your calendars and prep your senses for a momentary whiff of "rotten egg" on July 29. Atmos Energy is set to engage in routine natural gas maintenance that involves the deliberate and controlled release of natural gas—a standard practice in the industry, known for being as safe as it is necessary. Planning to start early at 7:30 a.m. and run until 5:00 p.m., the operation will take place at 726 S. Cockrell Hill Road, where the company promises no interruptions to service despite the tempest of activity, according to the City of Duncanville.
Bowling University Dates Set for October in Texas
Bowling University’s once-a-year School of Entertainment Center Management will be held at BPAA’s campus in Arlington, Texas, from Oct. 6-11. Topics of the program, aimed at owners and managers of FECs or bowling centers, include attraction operations, food and beverage service and execution, staff selection, game room operations and much more.
UFL: Birmingham Stallions at Arlington Renegades
Mar 30, 2024; Arlington, TX, USA; Birmingham Stallions defensive back Chris Jackson (1) tackles Arlington Renegades tight end Sal Cannella (80) during the second half at Choctaw Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Steel going up for future Rodriguez Junior High School
The future Joey Rodriguez Junior High School has gone vertical. That means the steel is now being erected for the frame of the facility. After lots of preparations – grading, installing utilities, drilling piers, pouring grade beams and more – it’s starting to look like a real building. The masonry walls for the gymnasium and storm shelter are also going up.
New grocery delivery location opens in South Dallas
DALLAS - A North Texas nonprofit is making it easier for people living in a food desert to have access to fresh groceries. A second "Grocery Connect" location opened in South Dallas on Friday. The free online grocery delivery service is through Kroger. It's part of a partnership with Bonton...
Powerful sermons over popularity: Black faith leaders gather at 28th Annual E.K. Bailey Expository Preaching Conference
(The Dallas Examiner) – Discussions on Project 2025, social injustices and Christian nationalism were held as thousands of denominational and non-denominational Black pastors and faith leaders from all across the country convened at the 28th Annual E.K. Bailey Expository Preaching Conference at Concord Church over two and a half days.
DFW Weather: Real summer heat is coming back soon. Are you ready?
DALLAS — Be sure to download the WFAA app to track the latest forecast and get alerts from our team. We're entering what is typically the hottest time of the year, but thankfully Mother Nature has other plans!. Quick Notes:. Low rain chances through the weekend. Typical summer heat...
35th Texas Black Invitational Rodeo rides into Fair Park Coliseum on Saturday
The Texas Black Invitational Rodeo features African American cowboys and cowgirls competing for cash prizes in events like bull riding, calf and steer roping, barrel racing, and more. For longtime rodeo announcer, Kevin Woodson, the rodeo is still a thrill. "Rodeo is you and that animal," Woodson said. "I used...
Applied Digital Appoints Former IBM Data & AI Exec as Its Chief Revenue Officer
Dallas-based data center company Applied Digital has appointed Tom Burke as its chief revenue officer. Applied Digital is a designer, builder, and operator of next-generation digital infrastructure designed for High-Performance Computing (HPC) applications. “We believe Tom’s deep expertise in AI partnerships and his proven ability to drive substantial revenue growth...
A North America First: Dallas-Based Frontier Demonstrates 100G Broadband Network Speeds
Some things are better faster—like sports cars, dentist visits, and especially home broadband speeds. This week, Dallas-based Frontier Communications announced it had raised the bar for the latter by becoming the first company in North America to demonstrate 100G broadband network speeds. Frontier—which relocated its HQ to Dallas last...
The Last Word: Dallas Mayor Pro Tem Tennell Atkins on the UniverSoul Circus Returning to Dallas
“I’m a kid at heart. I’d rather be at a circus than a council meeting!”. .…while waiting for a preview of the UniverSoul Circus at City Hall Wednesday, via NBC 5 DFW. UniverSoul Circus has returned to Dallas, bringing its international, multicultural “hip hop under the big...
Dallas Police host one-day hiring event for 911 call takers, dispatchers
DALLAS - The Dallas Police Department held a one-day hiring event for 911 call takers and dispatchers. "I've actually wanted to be a dispatcher now since 2008, so almost 20 years," said Stephanie Wells. DPD say they badly need people to fill the open positions. "Every day you are having...
FOX 4 adding more live local newscasts
DALLAS - Starting Monday, July 29, FOX 4 will broadcast more live local news during the work week. The new shows include a full hour of news at 4 p.m. with anchors Heather Hays and Hanna Battah. They will be joined by meteorologist Ali Turiano. Steve Eagar and Heather Hays...
Hattie B's To Close Deep Ellum Spot, But Is Headed to Oak Lawn in Fall
Deep Ellum has always been a hotspot for restaurants, clubs, music and, more recently, hot chicken. In 2022, the Nashville-based chicken shop, Hattie B's, opened on Main Street in the heart of the entertainment district. This was the chain's fourth location outside its home state. Today the company announced that...
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