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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AT&T announces customer compensation following widespread network outage
Dallas, Texas – Last week’s widespread AT&T cellphone network outage left thousands of its users across the U.S. without service for several hours. In response to the inconvenience caused, AT&T has announced a compensation plan for those affected. The Dallas-based telecommunications giant revealed on its website that affected customers would…
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Dallas launches innovative program to aid the homeless and address court backlog
Dallas, Texas – In an innovative approach to assist the homeless community and address the backlog of Class C misdemeanors, the Dallas Municipal Court has initiated a new warrant resolution program. This unique initiative, which began over the weekend, offers a win-win solution for individuals facing legal issues and those…
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Dallas jury decides in favor of ex-employee in Popeyes profit share case
This week, a significant legal decision was reached as a jury awarded nearly $31 million in damages to Jerry Stockton, a former employee of the Dallas-based Sun Holdings, which operates numerous Popeyes restaurants. Stockton’s victory comes after a lawsuit against Sun Holdings and its owner, Guillermo Perales, over a…
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Dallas woman dies after being struck twice while crossing Buckner Boulevard
Dallas, Texas – Dallas police reported that a pedestrian fatality took place Friday night on Buckner Boulevard, highlighting the dangers of crossing busy streets. The incident, which occurred just before 7:30 p.m. at the intersection of North Buckner Boulevard and John West Road, involved a woman attempting to navigate the…
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Dallas man sentenced to life in prison for murder and aggravated assault
Dallas, Texas – Keith Richmond, a 36-year-old man, has been sentenced to life imprisonment following his conviction in a tragic Fourth of July shooting incident that resulted in the death of one woman and severe injury to another in North Texas. A Tragic Holiday Incident Leads to Life Sentence On…
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Food assistance available for families in need across North Texas this week
The North Texas Food Bank is set to provide essential support to families in need with its food distribution program starting on Valentine’s Day. Food Assistance Available Across North Texas The North Texas Food Bank has outlined its food distribution schedule for the current week. This effort ensures that…
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Dallas City Council considers major retail project in Oak Cliff
Dallas, Texas – The city of Dallas could soon witness the materialization of a long-envisioned dream to introduce new retail spaces to Oak Cliff, pending approval from the Dallas City Council. This initiative promises to be a shining example of how public-private partnerships can significantly transform local communities. The heart…
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Investigation underway following teen’s death at Dallas fast food restaurant
Dallas, Texas – Dallas police are currently conducting an investigation into the tragic incident that took place on Saturday night, resulting in the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old teenager at a Church’s Chicken. The event unfolded just before 7:30 p.m. in the 4600 block of Scyene Road, where officers were…
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Over 12,000 Texas workers could be missing out on unclaimed wages
Dallas, Texas – Texans are being alerted to the fact that approximately $8 million in back wages remain unclaimed, affecting around 12,000 workers across the state. This significant sum has been accumulated from various investigations by the U.S. Department of Labor, uncovering instances where employers have failed to pay their…
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Dallas area to host the most matches in 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup
Dallas, Texas – Dallas area has been selected to play a pivotal role in the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup, hosting the highest number of matches among all participating cities. This announcement highlights the region’s significant contribution to what is set to be an extraordinary global sports event. Dallas Area…