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BREAKING NEWS
Traffic Crash with Injuries on LBJ Freeway in Dallas
Dallas, Texas, December 31, 2025 A vehicle collision on LBJ Freeway near Greenville Avenue in Dallas resulted in multiple injuries. Emergency services promptly responded, treating the injured on-site and transporting them...
Pro Football Hall of Fame Reveals 15 Finalists for Class of 2026
Canton, Ohio, December 31, 2025 The Pro Football Hall of Fame has announced the 15 finalists for the Class of 2026, including prominent figures from the NFL like Drew Brees, Eli...
TCU Horned Frogs Secure Overtime Victory Over USC in Alamo Bowl
San Antonio, Texas, December 31, 2025 In a thrilling Alamo Bowl matchup, the TCU Horned Frogs defeated the No. 16 USC Trojans 30-27 in overtime. Jeremy Payne scored the game-winning touchdown,...
Denton Ryan High School Achieves Victory Over Arkansas Team
Denton, Texas, December 31, 2025 Denton Ryan High School’s girls basketball team secured a remarkable victory against a top-ranked Arkansas team, highlighting their return to championship form. Meanwhile, Duncanville High School...
Tragic Double Homicide in McKinney, Texas
McKinney, Texas, December 31, 2025 A former city manager and his wife were found dead at their home in McKinney, Texas, while their son was shot by police during a welfare...
Dallas Mavericks Narrowly Defeated by Portland Trail Blazers
Dallas, Texas, December 31, 2025 In a tightly contested NBA game, the Dallas Mavericks suffered a close loss to the Portland Trail Blazers, ending the match at 125-122. Despite resilience from...
UNT Dallas Launches New STEM Center to Address Healthcare Needs
Dallas, Texas, December 31, 2025 The University of North Texas at Dallas has opened a $100 million STEM center to tackle the healthcare workforce shortage in southern Dallas. The facility will...
Dallas Blood Centers Urge Donations Amid Critical Shortage
Dallas, Texas, December 31, 2025 Blood centers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area are experiencing a critical shortage of supplies, with only a two-to-three-day reserve left. Carter BloodCare needs around 1,600 daily...
Water Main Break Disrupts Traffic Near I-35 and Oak Lawn
Dallas, December 31, 2025 A significant water main break near the intersection of Oak Lawn Avenue and I-35E in Dallas caused major road closures and traffic disruptions. The incident, which occurred...
BUSINESS
Baylor University Medical Center Seeks Help Desk Analyst
Dallas, Texas, January 1, 2026 Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas is expanding its IT support services and is looking for a Help Desk Analyst. This key position will ensure seamless...
Tricolor Auto in Dallas Faces Bankruptcy Amid Fraud Scandal
Dallas, Texas, January 1, 2026 Tricolor Auto, a subprime auto lender in Dallas, is facing bankruptcy after executives were found to have engaged in deceptive practices that involved double-pledging assets and...
Dunhill Partners Acquires Key Retail Asset in Brownwood, Texas
Brownwood, Texas, January 1, 2026 Dunhill Partners, Inc. has acquired the Commerce Square Shopping Center in Brownwood, Texas, enhancing the local retail landscape and supporting community needs. This grocery-anchored hub, featuring...
Saks Global Sells Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills Location
Beverly Hills, January 1, 2026 Saks Global has sold the land beneath its Neiman Marcus store in Beverly Hills to Ashkenazy Acquisition Corp. This sale aims to relieve the company of...
Rodeo Dallas Closes Deep Ellum Location After Lawsuit Settlement
Deep Ellum, Dallas, January 1, 2026 Rodeo Dallas has reached a settlement regarding the lawsuit filed by Asana Partners, agreeing to vacate its Deep Ellum location by New Year’s Eve. This...
Top 5 Texas News Stories of 2025
Texas, January 1, 2026 In 2025, Texas faced significant events that shaped its landscape, including historic flash floods, congressional redistricting, an expansion of the medical marijuana program, a measles outbreak, and...
Alphabet Acquires Intersect Power for $4.75 Billion
Texas, January 1, 2026 Alphabet Inc. has announced the acquisition of Intersect Power, a clean energy developer, for $4.75 billion. This strategic acquisition aims to enhance Alphabet’s renewable energy capacity to...
HGP Intelligent Energy Proposes Nuclear-Powered AI Data Center
Dallas, Texas, January 1, 2026 HGP Intelligent Energy LLC is set to revolutionize the energy sector by repurposing retired U.S. Navy nuclear reactors for an AI data center in Tennessee. The...
Saks Global Faces Bankruptcy After Missed Debt Payment
Dallas TX, January 1, 2026 Saks Global, the owner of luxury brands Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus, is preparing to file for bankruptcy after missing a $100 million debt payment....
Events/What's Happening
Halperin Park Set to Transform Southern Dallas
Dallas, Texas, January 1, 2026 Halperin Park, a new deck park in southern Dallas, is scheduled to open its first phase in spring 2026, coinciding with the FIFA World Cup. This...
Rowlett’s Deadlifting Event Inspires Community Engagement
Rowlett, Texas, January 1, 2026 On January 1, young men in Rowlett, Texas, kicked off the year with a deadlifting event that united fitness enthusiasts. Organized by local advocates, this gathering...
New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Grapevine and Southlake
Grapevine and Southlake, January 1, 2026 Grapevine, Southlake, and the Mid-Cities region of North Texas welcomed the New Year with vibrant celebrations featuring events for all ages. Grapevine’s Harvest Hall hosted...
Dallas and Deep Ellum Celebrate New Year’s Eve with Splendor
Dallas, Texas, January 1, 2026 On New Year’s Eve, Dallas and Deep Ellum welcomed 2026 with an impressive array of celebrations, featuring a spectacular fireworks display and a vibrant atmosphere filled...
Calming the Canines: A New Year’s Eve Event in Dallas
Dallas TX, December 31, 2025 Join the Dallas community on New Year’s Eve for the second annual ‘Calming the Canines’ event at the Dallas Animal Services shelter. This initiative is designed...
Celebrate New Year’s in Denton, TX: Dining Options Abound
Denton, TX, December 30, 2025 As New Year’s approaches, Denton residents and visitors can enjoy a variety of local dining options with many restaurants remaining open on New Year’s Eve and...
New Year’s Eve Events in Dallas TX and Surrounding Areas
Dallas, December 30, 2025 As the year comes to a close, Texas cities are preparing for vibrant New Year’s Eve celebrations. Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Houston, and Austin will all host...
January Events in Keller, Roanoke, and Fort Worth
Keller, December 30, 2025 This January, Keller, Roanoke, and Fort Worth will host a range of community events including wellness workshops, family gatherings, and entertainment activities. From tincture making workshops to...
Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas Alpine Adventure Lights Up Dallas
Dallas, Texas, December 30, 2025 This holiday season, Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas Alpine Adventure transformed Dallas Midtown into a spectacular winter wonderland. From November 21 to December 28, the event dazzled attendees...
CRIME
Traffic Crash with Injuries on LBJ Freeway in Dallas
Dallas, Texas, December 31, 2025 A vehicle collision on LBJ Freeway near Greenville Avenue in Dallas resulted in multiple injuries. Emergency services promptly responded, treating the injured on-site and transporting them...
Tragic Double Homicide in McKinney, Texas
McKinney, Texas, December 31, 2025 A former city manager and his wife were found dead at their home in McKinney, Texas, while their son was shot by police during a welfare...
17-Year-Old Girl Killed in East Fort Worth Shootings
East Fort Worth, Texas, December 31, 2025 A tragic incident occurred in East Fort Worth when a 17-year-old girl was shot and killed in a city park. This event appears to...
Accused ISIS Sympathizer Claims Undercover Police Instigation
Dallas, Texas, December 31, 2025 A 21-year-old man from Midlothian, Texas, faces federal charges for attempting to provide support to ISIS. The allegations include supplying bomb-making materials. His defense claims he...
Denton Police Respond to Recent Incidents and Community News
Denton, Texas, December 31, 2025 In recent days, Denton, Texas, has seen significant police activity, including a fatal pedestrian accident and a shooting incident that led to arrests. The city council...
Dallas Suspect Arrested in Fatal North Dallas Shooting
North Dallas, December 30, 2025 Dallas police have arrested a suspect related to a fatal shooting that took place in North Dallas. The suspect was taken into custody following the incident,...
Anthony Joshua Injured in Car Crash in Nigeria
Lagos, Nigeria, December 30, 2025 Anthony Joshua, the former heavyweight champion, has been injured in a car accident in Nigeria, which resulted in the tragic deaths of his strength coach and...
Tragic Incident in Grand Prairie: Family Murder-Suicide Shocks Community
Grand Prairie, Texas, December 30, 2025 A heart-wrenching murder-suicide in Grand Prairie unfolded late Sunday night when a father shot his wife and son before taking his own life. The incident...
Dallas Police Standoff Ends with Suspect’s Death
Dallas, December 30, 2025 A tense police standoff in downtown Dallas ended tragically with the suspect’s death from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. The incident, which unfolded on Commerce Street, raised...
POLITICS
Traffic Crash with Injuries on LBJ Freeway in Dallas
Dallas, Texas, December 31, 2025 A vehicle collision on LBJ Freeway near Greenville Avenue in Dallas resulted in multiple injuries. Emergency services promptly responded, treating the injured on-site and transporting them...
Tragic Double Homicide in McKinney, Texas
McKinney, Texas, December 31, 2025 A former city manager and his wife were found dead at their home in McKinney, Texas, while their son was shot by police during a welfare...
UNT Dallas Launches New STEM Center to Address Healthcare Needs
Dallas, Texas, December 31, 2025 The University of North Texas at Dallas has opened a $100 million STEM center to tackle the healthcare workforce shortage in southern Dallas. The facility will...
Water Main Break Disrupts Traffic Near I-35 and Oak Lawn
Dallas, December 31, 2025 A significant water main break near the intersection of Oak Lawn Avenue and I-35E in Dallas caused major road closures and traffic disruptions. The incident, which occurred...
DBJ Unveils $10 Billion M5 Business Recovery Programme
Kingston, Jamaica, December 31, 2025 The Development Bank of Jamaica has launched the $10 billion M5 Business Recovery Programme to support businesses impacted by Hurricane Melissa. This initiative provides financial assistance...
Dallas Cowboys Release Cornerback Trevon Diggs Ahead of Season Finale
Frisco, Texas, December 31, 2025 The Dallas Cowboys have waived cornerback Trevon Diggs, bringing an end to his six-year career with the team just days before their final game against the...
Arlington Family Appeals for Father’s Release Amid Health Crisis
Arlington, Texas, December 31, 2025 The family of Maher Tarabishi, a Jordanian man detained by ICE, is urgently seeking his release to care for his critically ill son, Wael, who suffers...
Texas Appeals Court Blocks AG Paxton’s Oversight of Urban Prosecutors
Dallas, December 31, 2025 A Texas appeals court has ruled that Attorney General Ken Paxton cannot enforce new reporting requirements on district attorneys in urban areas. This unanimous decision by the...
Dallas-Fort Worth Arts and Culture Highlights
Dallas, December 31, 2025 The Dallas-Fort Worth area has been bustling with notable events in arts and culture, including prestigious film awards, art exhibitions, and performances. The Dallas-Fort Worth Film Critics...
SPORTS
Pro Football Hall of Fame Reveals 15 Finalists for Class of 2026
Canton, Ohio, December 31, 2025 The Pro Football Hall of Fame has announced the 15 finalists for the Class of 2026, including prominent figures from the NFL like Drew Brees, Eli...
TCU Horned Frogs Secure Overtime Victory Over USC in Alamo Bowl
San Antonio, Texas, December 31, 2025 In a thrilling Alamo Bowl matchup, the TCU Horned Frogs defeated the No. 16 USC Trojans 30-27 in overtime. Jeremy Payne scored the game-winning touchdown,...
Denton Ryan High School Achieves Victory Over Arkansas Team
Denton, Texas, December 31, 2025 Denton Ryan High School’s girls basketball team secured a remarkable victory against a top-ranked Arkansas team, highlighting their return to championship form. Meanwhile, Duncanville High School...
Dallas Mavericks Narrowly Defeated by Portland Trail Blazers
Dallas, Texas, December 31, 2025 In a tightly contested NBA game, the Dallas Mavericks suffered a close loss to the Portland Trail Blazers, ending the match at 125-122. Despite resilience from...
Dallas Cowboys Release Cornerback Trevon Diggs Ahead of Season Finale
Frisco, Texas, December 31, 2025 The Dallas Cowboys have waived cornerback Trevon Diggs, bringing an end to his six-year career with the team just days before their final game against the...
Ohio State and Miami Unite for Community Service Ahead of Cotton Bowl
Arlington, Texas, December 31, 2025 In a remarkable display of unity, the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Miami Hurricanes have set aside their rivalry to support the North Texas Food Bank....
Dallas Cowboys Face Contract Concerns with George Pickens
Dallas, December 31, 2025 The Dallas Cowboys are navigating contract negotiations with wide receiver George Pickens as owner Jerry Jones expresses intentions to speak directly with him. This direct approach raises...
Jerry Jones Commits to Defensive Changes for Cowboys
Dallas, Texas, December 31, 2025 In a recent radio interview, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones pledged significant changes to the team’s underperforming defense after a disappointing season. He emphasized the multifaceted...
Festivals and Events Set to Energize North Texas
North Texas, December 31, 2025 In 2026, North Texas will host a series of dynamic festivals and events that highlight the region’s cultural diversity and community spirit. From the vibrant North...