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North Texas news for the cities of Dallas, Arlington, Frisco, Plano, Prosper, Celina, McKinney, Denton County and Rockwall County
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Arlington firefighter injured in shooting at Bardin Greene Apartments, suspect charged
Arlington, Texas – An Arlington firefighter was shot while responding to a welfare check at the Bardin Greene Apartments, situated off I-20 and Matlock Road. The man accused of the shooting, Demetric Brooks, has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and is currently held in the Tarrant…
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U.S. attorney announces guilty plea in a multimillion-ddollar tax fraud case in Texas
The U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas, Leigha Simonton, announced that a Kennedale tax preparer has pleaded guilty to a $2.6 million tax fraud scheme. Anthony “Tony” Floyd, 51, faced charges for aiding in the preparation and presentation of false tax returns, with the case reaching a critical point…
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Swift action leads to coyote capture at Parkway Central Park in Arlington
Arlington, Texas – In swift action following reports of three children being bitten by a coyote since Saturday, the Arlington Police Department and Arlington Animal Services successfully captured a coyote at Parkway Central Park on Thursday morning. This intervention was part of a larger effort to ensure public safety after the…
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Motorcyclist dies a week after colliding with a car in Arlington neighborhood
Arlington, Texas – A 31-year-old man died following an accident incident where a motorcycle collided with a car in an Arlington neighborhood lat week. The accident occurred on Thursday, February 1, around 10:43 p.m. in the 100 block of E. Mitchell Street, marking a somber moment for the community. Details…
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Arlington police investigate after officer fatally shoots armed driver during traffic stop
Arlington, Texas – A traffic stop on Interstate 20 took a tragic turn Thursday afternoon, resulting in the death of an armed driver identified by Arlington police as Sean Daniel McKay. The 49-year-old was pulled over by an Arlington officer due to erratic driving across lanes on I-20, sparking a…
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U.S. Department of Labor urges Texans to check for unclaimed wages
Texas – The U.S. Department of Labor has announced that $8 million in unclaimed back wages are owed to 12,000 Texans, with the funds stemming from employers found to be underpaying their employees. These wages average about $662 per worker, according to Jesus Valdez, the Dallas District Director of the Department…
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Jumbo Beverages announces layoffs at Grapevine distribution center
Grapevine, Texas – Jumbo Beverages, a subsidiary of Dallas-based Glazer’s Beer and Beverages, has announced a significant workforce reduction at its distribution center in Grapevine, Texas. The company’s decision to permanently lay off all employees at this facility will affect 109 workers, with the process expected to be completed by April…
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Keller ISD struggles with massive budget deficit due to state funding stalemate
Keller, Texas – The Keller Independent School District (ISD) in Tarrant County, Texas, is grappling with a significant financial crisis following the Texas Legislature’s decision not to increase funding for public schools. This legislative session’s outcome has left Keller ISD and similar districts across the state facing tough budgetary decisions, with…
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Arlington ISD to host job expo on February 1 offering fulfilling career choices
Arlington, Texas – Are you passionate about education and seeking a rewarding career? Look no further than the Arlington ISD Job Expo, happening on February 1, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Webb Elementary School, located at 1300 N. Cooper St. This event is a perfect platform for individuals…
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Major changes ahead as Albertsons plans closure of 28 Texas stores
Texas – A significant development in the grocery store industry is unfolding in Texas, as a major grocery store chain, Albertsons, is set to undergo major changes. Plans have been announced for the closure or rebranding of 28 Albertsons locations across The Lone Star State, marking a considerable shift in the…