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DALLAS — Deanna Cook wanted to be a star. She was beautiful, a mother, and full of life. But it was through her horrific death that her name became known across Dallas. "When you say her name, especially in the city, people remember who she is, and that's important to me," said her sister, Karletha Cook.

Census-Fastest Growing City Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. The fastest-growing city in the U.S. last year was a Dallas suburb that saw its population jump by nearly a third. The number of residents in Princeton , located about 46 miles (74 kilometers) north of Dallas, increased from about...

In the world of elite galas and luxury brand experiences, few creative directors command both respect and reverence quite like the unapologetically brilliant, Will Haggins IV. The mastermind behind this 2024’s show-stopping Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce‘s Cowboy Couture Gala has built a reputation for transforming...

With their cities split between precincts in the new maps, these mayors are worried that their constituents will not profit from a redistricting.

A former Balch Springs advisory board member removed for her social media posts is now leading an effort to recall newly reelected Place 3 City Council member Paula Garcia. Jess Reaka filed an affidavit Wednesday to begin a petition to recall Garcia, citing a “pattern of misconduct, abuse of office, and failure to...

Misery loves company. At least, it does if the Texas Theatre’s Bleak Cinema screenings are anything to judge by. The screening series kicked off late last year with Lars von Trier’s Antichrist and has continued drawing crowds with challenging and rewarding films each month. Now, in partnership with nonprofit American...

MESQUITE, Texas — Several students at a Mesquite ISD elementary school were injured after a gust of wind lifted a bounce house they were in, school officials said. In a statement, the district said the students were injured during a play day event at Lawrence Elementary. The injured students were taken to a hospital...

Strong storms may develop Friday afternoon in eastern North Texas with a threat of large hail.

Thousands of bicyclists are expected to hit the streets of Dallas thanks to the Dallas Bike Ride, an annual ride taking place on Saturday, May 17 that's anticipated to draw 4,000 riders. Described as a family-friendly celebration of cycling and community, the Dallas Bike Ride welcomes riders of all ages...

Christian Mayer was out celebrating her 30th birthday with some friends when she got a call from her next-door neighbor. The night was still young—it was only 8:30—and the Oak Cliff townhome owner was excited to “end [her] 20s with a bang.” But her festivities were cut short when, on the phone call that interrupted...