Dallas Local News
Most recent breaking news about Dallas and the Dallas County area including crime news, politics, community news and events
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Trial for Dallas hospital fatal shooting begins this week
Dallas, Texas – Nestor Hernandez, a 31-year-old man, is set to stand trial this week for the murder of two hospital workers at Dallas Methodist Medical Center last year. The heinous act, which involved the fatal shooting of healthcare professionals inside the hospital, has been a topic of widespread…
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Arrest made in DART bus driver shooting and carjacking
Dallas, Texas – In a shocking incident that occurred just after noon on Thursday, a DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit) bus driver was shot and carjacked while going to his car at the J.B. Jackson Jr. Transit Center near Fair Park. The victim, a DART bus operator, was in the…
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Dallas City Council working on plan to make city safer for bicyclists
Dallas, Texas – Dallas City Council members are pushing for a plan to make the city safer for bicyclists. They want to create a connected system of bike lanes that will encourage more people to use bicycles as a mode of transportation, not just for recreational purposes. Councilwoman Jaynie Schultz…
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Construction workers injured in downtown Dallas car crash
Dallas, Texas – Three construction workers sustained injuries when a car crashed through a traffic barrier and landed in an underground work area near the Perot Museum in Downtown Dallas. The incident occurred on Houston Street, and according to Dallas Fire-Rescue, a distracted driver entered the construction site and drove…
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Dallas Museum of Art adapts to economic challenges with staff layoffs, reduced hours
Dallas, Texas – In response to economic challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Dallas Museum of Art (DMA) is taking measures to ensure its long-term sustainability. The museum has announced staff layoffs and a reduction in operating hours, effective December 1, 2023. Starting December 1, the DMA will…
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Hunger Busters plans secure facility for Dallas ISD students
Dallas, Texas – After a setback caused by thieves, the Hunger Busters program, which provides dinners for thousands of Dallas ISD students, is on its way to having a brand new, secure facility. The organization faced temporary disruptions when thieves stole their HVAC system and copper pipes in May. However,…
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Dallas City Council takes action to regulate donation drop boxes
Dallas, Texas – Dallas City Council members are taking action to address the issues caused by unattended donation drop boxes in the city. These boxes, intended to collect donations for charitable purposes, have become a source of concern due to their negative impact on neighborhoods. Images presented to the Dallas…
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Dallas City Council examines fluoridation of drinking water
Dallas, Texas – The Dallas City Council’s committee is taking a closer look at the long-standing practice of fluoridating drinking water. This discussion comes in the wake of growing opposition to the practice on social media platforms. In a recent meeting, a panel of experts provided insights into the…
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Vehicle accident claims life of pedestrian in Deep Ellum
Dallas, Texas – A fatal accident occurred in Deep Ellum, a bustling area of Dallas, when a person was struck by a car on Friday night. The incident, which happened around 11 p.m. at the intersection of Canton Street and South Crowdus Street, led to the immediate closure of traffic…
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Dallas City Council urges swift action on pension crisis
Dallas, Texas – Dallas City Council members received alarming presentations regarding the city’s civilian and uniformed pension systems, painting a bleak picture of massive shortfalls. The police and fire pension, in particular, faces a potential shortfall exceeding $1 billion. City leaders and council members expressed regret that solutions hadn’t…