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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Arrest made in shooting incident near Dallas school that left student injured
Dallas, Texas – A 16-year-old Dallas ISD student was shot on Halloween day, just yards away from his school campus. The alleged gunman, 19-year-old Edgar Dominguez, who was 18 at the time of the shooting, remained at large for nine days before his arrest. The incident unfolded at Cole Park…
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Thanksgiving Day explosion leaves Dallas man with severe burns
Dallas, Texas – An explosion on Thanksgiving Day sent shockwaves through a Southeast Dallas neighborhood, leaving a Dallas man with severe burns over 80 percent of his body. The incident occurred on Thursday, Nov. 23, when a detached guesthouse located behind a home on Wofford Drive suddenly exploded. The…
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Texas sees an increase in road travel for Thanksgiving
Dallas, Texas – As Thanksgiving approaches, Texas roads are witnessing a significant increase in traffic, not just from daily commuters but also from those embarking on their holiday journeys. This surge in road travel comes amid a backdrop of more affordable gas prices in the state. Record Number of…
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North Texas doctors charged in multi-million dollar healthcare fraud
Dallas, Texas – Two North Texas doctors, Desi Barroga and Deno Barroga, face serious charges for their involvement in a healthcare fraud scheme amounting to approximately $12 million. Their arrest last week brings to light a significant case of deception within the healthcare system. Details of the Fraudulent Scheme According…
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Record-breaking passenger traffic expected at Dallas Love Field
Dallas, Texas – As the holiday season draws near, Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) is gearing up for an unprecedented surge in passenger traffic this Thanksgiving. Recognized as the busiest medium-hub airport in the U.S., DAL is bracing for record-breaking numbers, expecting to serve over half a million passengers between…
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North Texas serial killer sentenced to life in prison
Dallas, Texas – Jeremy Harris, a North Texas man responsible for a series of random and chilling murders in 2020, has been sentenced to life in prison without parole. His guilty plea for four counts of murder brings an end to a terrifying spree that left communities in fear…
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Northaven Trail Bridge opens over Central Expressway in Dallas
Dallas, Texas – In North Dallas, a distinctive new pedestrian bridge has opened over the Central Expressway, adding a significant landmark to the city’s infrastructure. This bridge, notable for its unique design and functionality, is already accessible to the public ahead of its official ribbon-cutting ceremony. The Northaven Trail Bridge,…
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City of Dallas and EPA team up to assess pollution in West Dallas
Dallas, Texas – The City of Dallas, in a collaborative effort with EPA Region 6, has embarked on an important initiative to assess environmental pollutants in West Dallas. This project, known as the Cumulative Impacts Assessment Pilots Project, is a response to the public health and environmental concerns raised by…
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Northeast Dallas house fire leaves one dead, one injured
Dallas, Texas – A house fire in Northeast Dallas claimed the life of a woman on Thursday evening. Dallas-Fire Rescue swiftly responded to the emergency call, arriving at a residence on Schroeder Road, near Forest Lane, shortly after 7 p.m. Upon their arrival, firefighters were met with billowing smoke emanating…
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Cycling safety in the spotlight at Dallas City Hall
Dallas, Texas – As the city of Dallas embarks on the creation of its first new bike plan in over a decade, several members of the Dallas City Council undertook a unique initiative. They rode their bikes to city hall, experiencing firsthand the challenges of the city’s existing cycling infrastructure.…