Nonprofit serving South Dallas asks for help after storage unit stolen
DALLAS — A South Dallas nonprofit that serves underserved families is asking for the community’s help after a newly acquired storage unit was stolen. "Here is the location where we had our storage unit," Nelly Cuenca said. Cuenca runs MaaPaa, a nonprofit that operates out of a neighborhood...
Dallas County posts scam alert warning after families with inmates in jail fall victim
DALLAS — For almost every person in the Dallas County jail, someone is desperate to get them out. Scammers thrive on desperation – it is an opportunity for them. And Dallas criminal defense attorney Robert Abtahi is tired of seeing people exploited. “Taking advantage of vulnerable people, I...
Woman dies while walking on White Rock Creek Trail
Gwen McTernen’s daughter became concerned when her mother didn’t return from a walk along White Rock Creek Trail in Harry S. Moss Park last Saturday, so she posted alerts on Facebook and missing person flyers along the trail. Her mom’s body was found Monday, where she had apparently fallen into White Rock Creek.
Paris Baguette bakes up bread and croissants for new Dallas suburb
International bakery-café Paris Baguette is bringing sweet things to Richardson, with the recent opening of a new location at 7615 Campbell Rd., Suite 106. The Richardson restaurant (which technically comes up as North Dallas in the locations list, but is being called "Richardson") is headed by franchisees Sweta...
New study puts 4 Texas cities in top 10 struggling most financially
A new report from WalletHub shows financial stress is hitting home for many Texans, with 4 of the top 10 most financially distressed cities in the country located in the state.
Biscuits and Bandages: McKinney’s 380 Marketplace Snags New Diner and Urgent Care
Breakfast comfort food and walk-in medical care are both on the way to McKinney's rebranded 380 Marketplace, as Gravy & More and Integrity Urgent Care lock in plans for new locations at 2414 W. University Drive. Gravy & More is targeting a third-quarter 2026 opening, with Integrity Urgent Care aiming...
Plano City Council changes rules for public comment
Plano City Council introduced new rules for public comment on nonagenda items that will take effect in April. (Michael Crouchley/Community Impact) Plano City Council is changing the rules for speaking at city meetings. The changes will decrease the frequency of comments of public interest and eliminate public...
Texas Attorney General urges Collin County to reject ‘EPIC City’ development
Attorney General Ken Paxton is urging Collin County to block the "EPIC City" housing project, citing a lawsuit that claims the land was annexed illegally to avoid state oversight. The project faces allegations of securities fraud, with Paxton claiming developers misled investors and funneled funds into their own...
Large sinkhole forces trail closure at White Rock Lake as city monitors stability
City officials say rain could worsen a deep sinkhole along a popular White Rock Lake trail, prompting temporary repairs and a safety closure.
Of Course El Ranchito Is a Historic Landmark. The City Is About to Make...
A historic Oak Cliff institution featuring tableside mariachi got a formal nod from city officials recently. Dallas’ planning commission approved a historic overlay (distinction) for the eccentric El Ranchito building, tentatively designating it as a historic landmark, pending council approval. The designation will...
