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  • Over 12,000 Texas workers could be missing out on unclaimed wages

    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…

  • Dallas area to host the most matches in 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup

    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…

  • Dallas resident hits jackpot in Texas Two Step lottery

    Dallas resident hits jackpot in Texas Two Step lottery

    Dallas, Texas – A fortunate lottery player from Dallas, Texas, has recently experienced a life-changing moment by winning a substantial top prize in the Texas Two Step lottery. The draw, which took place on January 29, 2024, resulted in a grand prize of $200,000, sparking excitement among lottery enthusiasts across…

  • Police investigate fatal shooting of young boy in Dallas

    Police investigate fatal shooting of young boy in Dallas

    Dallas, Texas – A young boy lost his life after being shot in Dallas. Dallas police were called to the scene of the shooting in the 2500 block of Southland Street. The call came in at about 10:45 a.m. on Tuesday. Upon arrival, the police discovered a juvenile male…

  • Reward offered in Dallas USPS letter carrier robbery

    Reward offered in Dallas USPS letter carrier robbery

    Dallas, Texas – A United States Postal Service (USPS) letter carrier fell victim to robbery on January 12 in Dallas. The gravity of this crime has prompted the U.S. Postal Service to offer a substantial reward. They are providing up to $150,000 for information that leads to the arrest and…

  • Dallas carjacking incident leaves one critically injured

    Dallas carjacking incident leaves one critically injured

    Dallas, Texas – An incident unfolded in Dallas on early Saturday morning, leading to one person being critically injured during a carjacking. The event took place just after 2 a.m., in a residential area located at the 6000 block of Village Bend Drive. According to police reports, the victim…

  • Lake Texoma set for major transformation with new master-planned community

    Lake Texoma set for major transformation with new master-planned community

    Dallas, Texas – A $6 billion master-planned community is set to emerge on the shores of Lake Texoma, about 75 miles north of Dallas in North Texas. This ambitious project in Denison, Texas, involves a substantial land purchase and plans for a significant economic and recreational uplift in the region.…

  • Dallas restaurant inspections uncover significant health violations

    Dallas restaurant inspections uncover significant health violations

    Dallas, Texas – Recent inspections in Dallas have uncovered alarming health issues in several local restaurants, ranging from the presence of pests to critical failures in maintaining hygiene standards. Dallas conducts restaurant inspections based on a 100-point system, with varying consequences depending on the score achieved. A high score of…

  • Dallas City Council to approve funding for homeless outreach workers

    Dallas City Council to approve funding for homeless outreach workers

    Dallas, Texas – Dallas City Council is set to vote on funding for 16 additional homeless outreach workers. This recommendation follows the release of a new report that sheds light on the city’s homeless problem and the steps needed to address it effectively. The Dallas City Council is expected to…

  • Dallas ISD breaks ground on  million Urban Park Steam Academy

    Dallas ISD breaks ground on $34 million Urban Park Steam Academy

    Dallas, Texas – Dallas Independent School District (DISD) has marked a milestone by breaking ground on their new elementary school, the Urban Park Steam Academy. With a budget of $34 million, this state-of-the-art institution is set to serve pre-K through fifth-grade students and provide space for up to 500 students.…