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Weather Alerts issued for North Texas Wednesday night, Thursday morning
NORTH TEXAS — Several rounds of storms and heavy rain are in store for North Texas over the next five days. Strong to severe storms could threaten the western counties Tuesday night.There are weather alerts out for Wednesday night into Thursday morning.There is a 30% chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon Wednesday. Severe weather is possible just to the south of the metroplex. Storm chances ramp up as we get into the night.A wave of heavy rain with embedded storms is expected over North Texas sometime overnight into Thursday morning.Large hail, damaging winds and flash flooding are the main threats with these...
Dallas Braces for Storms: National Weather Service Issues Severe Weather Outlook and Flood Warnings
Dallas residents should brace for a week of stormy weather, according to the latest forecasts from the National Weather Service. Scattered thunderstorms are expected to roll in Wednesday afternoon, increasing in likelihood as the week progresses. The forecast for the Dallas area calls for a high near 86 degrees today with patchy fog clearing by mid-morning, but the rest of the week is set to bring a higher chance of showers and thunderstorms, particularly overnight Wednesday and into Thursday morning, with the likelihood of precipitation set at 60 to 80 percent, according to the National Weather Service.
‘Very difficult to assess risk’: Advocates question Texas law that tightens the grip for CPS to remove children
DALLAS — Three years ago, state lawmakers made it harder for the state to remove children from their homes on the grounds of neglect. The idea was to preserve families and prevent children from being pulled into the state’s troubled foster care system. But a WFAA investigation found the law change may be keeping children trapped in dangerous households.
Mansfield Police Seek Public's Help to Identify Suspect Accused of Defrauding Elderly Woman
Mansfield Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a female suspect accused of conning an elderly woman out of a "significant amount of money" after feigning friendship in a local store, according to the Mansfield Police Department. The plea for community assistance was accompanied by surveillance images of the suspect, and Detective Robert Perez has been assigned as the point of contact for any leads, urging anyone with information to reach out via email at [email protected].
Dallas weather: Rain, storms in the forecast this week
DALLAS - North Texas is getting ready for some storms this week. Tuesday we could see a bit of rain, but chances are not high. In April, we have seen 6.47 inches of rain at DFW Airport, that's three and a half inches more than usual!. Tuesday Forecast: Low chance...
Ennis flood victims navigate recovery, concerned about more rain
ENNIS — William McMayhem has not been a tenant of the Dallas Ennis RV Park for a month. He's a plumber by trade, but his professional skills could not save his loss from a flood."I came home early from work Friday. Took a nap. Next thing I know, I hear something bumping around," McMayhem said. "I wake up, and I step off of there about a foot of water."He said the pouring rain on Friday had shut down the refrigeration inside his RV with his wife. The living quarters now have an issue with the air conditioning. McMayhem's truck for work...
AMBER Alert Ends in Relief: Tot from San Marcos Found Safe in Dallas, Relative Cuffed
A three-year-old boy, the center of an AMBER Alert following his abduction, has been found safe in Dallas, and the suspect, identified as 46-year-old Joey Torres, is now under arrest, authorities confirmed. The child was reported missing from San Marcos, triggering the urgent alert over the weekend. According to the...
Controversial Dallas homeless housing project sparks community meeting
Dallas City Council Member Zarin D. Gracey held another community meeting about the latest potential plans for a vacant hospital property at 2929 South Hampton Road. The city of Dallas purchased the 12-acre property in 2022 for $6.5 million, using bond funds designated for homeless housing. The purchase of the...
Duncanville Police Host Water Lantern Ceremony in Honor of National Crime Victims' Rights Week
In recognition of National Crime Victims' Rights Week, the Duncanville Police Department is hosting a poignant water lantern ceremony at Lakeside Park. The local community is called upon to gather and pay their respects to loved ones who have endured the impact of crime. As the evening hues give way to twilight, participants can inscribe personal messages on water lanterns provided by the department. These tributes will gracefully float on the water, symbolizing a collective remembrance and a beacon of support for victims and their families.
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