Tarrant County approves contracts with Collin County to address juvenile detention crowding
Tarrant County Commissioners approved two contracts with Collin County that allow local juveniles to be held in out-of-county detention facilities when space runs short in Tarrant County’s own system. The first contract covers pre-adjudication detention, for youths awaiting court proceedings, while the second covers...
Historic Dallas cemetery vandalized; community calls for respect and restoration
A historic Dallas memorial honoring formerly enslaved Black Americans has been vandalized, leaving community members heartbroken and demanding greater protection for the sacred site. According to Dallas Police, multiple people were seen at Freedman’s Cemetery Memorial removing plaques at about 1:30 a.m. on Oct. 1....
Trackdown: Masked suspects ambush man in Rowlett shootout
A broad daylight gunfight erupted between a victim and three masked suspects in a busy Rowlett grocery store parking lot on September 22. The suspects exited a maroon Dodge Charger and exchanged fire with the victim, who was also armed; no one was struck, but parked cars were hit. Police...
Former Dallas County Jail inmates allege they were held months after their release dates
Similar stories are coming from former inmates of the Dallas County Jail, who say they served too much time behind bars. "I've lost so much that could have been prevented. It could have been stopped if they would have let me out when the judge said, Ms Willis' time is served," Cynthia Willis said.
‘A basic faith’: South Dallas church celebrates 100th anniversary
New Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church has stayed resilient through wars, gentrification and the COVID-19 pandemic. New Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church in South Dallas celebrated its 100th anniversary Sunday with packed pews and a service vibrant with dancing, cheering and the love of family. The church,...
Tequila-focused Mexican restaurant chain continues Texas growth
The brand does fajitas, margaritas and a whole lot more.
Fuel Spill Chaos at Texas Airport Caught on Video
It's one of those unexpected airport moments: fuel flying, workers scrambling, but quick action keeps the situation under control.
Yarn Therapy sells yarn, will offer skills training in Frisco
A cardigan and purse, which Tara Neher knitted, are displayed at Yarn Therapy. (Karen Chaney/Community Impact) Yarn Therapy recently launched a soft opening in Frisco, business owner Tara Neher said. A grand opening will be held at a later date. In addition to selling yarn ranging from budget friendly to...
Texas Man Charged With Murder After Brake-Checking Tailgater Before Fatal Shooting in Frisco High...
FRISCO, TEXAS — A 45-year-old man is facing a murder charge after a suspected road rage confrontation turned deadly in the parking lot of Frisco High School, authorities confirmed Friday. According to the Frisco Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire around 8:30 p.m. on October 9, directly...
Parental rights law leaves families, school nurses confused
One day last month, Lisa Sutter’s 7-year-old great-granddaughter, Carmen, came home and told her she had gone to her school nurse in the Carrollton-Farmers Branch school district, but was turned away. “She says there’s some form you have to sign because they wouldn’t let me stay in the nurse’s...

















