Southern Dallas (TX) Hotel Site Could Become Fire Station Instead of Planned Homeless Housing
City officials have a new pitch for the beleaguered extended-stay hotel they wanted to use for homeless services in southern Dallas: a new fire station. The city purchased the property at 4150 Independence Drive for $5 million in bond money during the COVID-19 pandemic for permanent supportive housing. Since then,...
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Top 5 Reads Of The Week [June 2-6]
Who needs a beach vacation when North Texas serves up white sands, lobster rolls and even a roaming herd of goats? This week’s top reads prove that local life knows how to surprise, whether it’s real estate making waves or schools making deals. With summer heating up, now is the perfect time to lean into the...
Joe V’s Smart Shop Opens Second Store in DFW
The much-anticipated grand opening of Joe V’s, the 12th store in the state and only the second in the DFW metroplex, was a two-day spectacle that brought excitement and joy to the community. Located in the heart of the city, at 7700 Samuell Blvd. The event was nothing short...
Child flown to Dallas hospital after golf cart flips over in East Texas
PAYNE SPRINGS, Texas — A child was flown to a Dallas hospital after a golf cart flipped over Saturday in Henderson County. According to the Payne Springs Fire Rescue, three children were involved in a golf cart accident in the Three Harbors subdivision. The cart flipped and temporarily pinned...
Texas Cites Are Booming With 7 Among Fastest Growing In America
Just about everybody and their dog are moving to Texas these days, and for good reason. If you've noticed longer lines at the grocery store and just generally more folks around, you're not alone. The Lone Star State is home to 7 of the fastest-growing cities in the nation with one seeing a 30% growth.
Severe Thunderstorms, Hail, And Spin-Up Tornado Potential Forecasted For Dallas Beginning Tonight
The National Weather Service and local meteorologists are forecasting severe storms expected to sweep into the DFW area late tonight, continuing into Monday. Potential weather conditions including: strong winds, heavy rain, large hail, and the potential for isolated tornadoes. A potent storm system is pushing...
Adult stabbed outside Islamic Center of Frisco Saturday, police say
FRISCO, Texas — An adult was stabbed outside of the Islamic Center of Frisco Saturday night, Frisco police confirmed. Officers responded around 10:57 p.m. Saturday to reports of an aggravated assault at the Islamic Center of Frisco located at 11137 Frisco Street, Frisco Police said in a press release. When police...
Threat of large hail, destructive winds and tornadoes possible across North Texas
Environmental factors are extremely favorable for storm development.
Daily Weather Update from FOX Weather: Potential derecho threatens Dallas area as tropics heat...
Top weather news for Sunday, June 8, 2025: Millions of people across the central and eastern U.S. are on alert for powerful storms on Sunday as activity in the tropical Eastern Pacific begins to heat up.
Recently retired Garland woman wins $1 million at Choctaw Casino & Resort
GARLAND, Texas — A Garland woman became a millionaire Sunday after winning $1 million from Choctaw Casino & Resort. Fuong H is the first of three people to receive $1 million this summer as part of the casino's 3 Months. 3 Millionaires promotion, the casino announced. Three Choctaw Rewards Club members will receive...
