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Black Ice Forces Multiple Highway Closures in Dallas

Black Ice Forces Multiple Highway Closures in Dallas

DALLAS – Several highways in Dallas are shut down Thursday morning as crews work to remove hazardous black ice that has created treacherous driving conditions. Authorities closed the roadways following multiple crashes, citing safety concerns for drivers. As of the latest update at 6:16 a.m., the following highways remain closed: Current Closures: Uncertain Timeline for…MORE

Deadly Shooting in Forney Neighborhood Linked to Drug Deal Gone Wrong

Deadly Shooting in Forney Neighborhood Linked to Drug Deal Gone Wrong

Courtesy Fox 4 News FORNEY, Texas — Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting in a Forney neighborhood, which they believe may have been the result of a drug deal that turned into a robbery. The incident occurred Friday afternoon just blocks from Brown Middle School, where gunfire was exchanged between two parties, resulting in one…MORE

Texas Lawmakers Push for Property Tax Relief, With Seniors in Focus

Texas Lawmakers Push for Property Tax Relief, With Seniors in Focus

AUSTIN, Texas – Efforts to curb soaring property taxes are gaining momentum at the Texas State Capitol, with a particular emphasis on easing the financial burden for senior homeowners. SB-4 Advances, Aims to Raise Homestead Exemption Texas Senate Bill 4 (SB-4), which seeks to increase the homestead exemption for school taxes, has cleared its first…MORE

Dallas County Moves to Resolve Election Pollbook Issues Ahead of May Elections

Dallas County Moves to Resolve Election Pollbook Issues Ahead of May Elections

DALLAS – In response to the voting disruptions during the November 2024 election, Dallas County Commissioners have taken decisive action to prevent similar issues in upcoming elections. The problem stemmed from malfunctions in the electronic pollbooks—devices used to check in voters, verify their precincts, and print the correct ballots. These errors resulted in at least…MORE