A fatal flood prompted dam repairs. Then, the federal government froze funding.
Rated "high hazard" by the state, the dam had been overwhelmed by the torrential rain and failed to hold back the flooding that claimed two lives in October 2023.
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Police arrest woman wanted in connection with deadly Grapevine Lake jet ski crash
AG Ken Paxton said two undocumented immigrants have been arrested in connection with the deadly jet ski crash.
The Gault Site in Central Texas continues to reshape history as more artifacts discovered
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ICE arrests immigrants at Dallas courthouse amid new deportation tactic
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A few storms are possible in North Texas Wednesday
Wednesday storms look to stay sub-severe, but an isolated stronger storm will remain likely in the afternoon.
Conservation group files federal lawsuit to stop McKinney airport expansion
The McKinney City Council in December paved the way for the expansion of terminals and infrastructure needed to support airlines to compete with Love Field and DFW Airport.
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A fatal flood prompted dam repairs. Then, the federal government froze funding.
Rated "high hazard" by the state, the dam had been overwhelmed by the torrential rain and failed to hold back the flooding that claimed two lives that October.
Warrant reveals close calls in deadly Grapevine Lake jet ski crash
On Sunday, 18-year-old Ava Moore was kayaking at Grapevine Lake when she was struck and killed by a jet ski with two women on it, police said. The suspected driver of the jet ski, Daikerlyn Alejandra Gonzalez Gonzalez was taken into custody Tuesday after fleeing the scene with a man.
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A few storms are possible in North Texas Wednesday
Wednesday storms look to stay sub-severe, but an isolated stronger storm will remain likely in the afternoon.
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It's possible Thursday may be a First Alert Weather Day as a cold front moves into North Texas. As it moves, there will be mainly a rain threat, but as the front stalls south of I-20, don't rule out the chance of a few strong to marginally severe storms.
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Expect a mix of sun and clouds across North Texas on Tuesday.
Showers, storm chances linger across North Texas ahead of nice weekend
There is a chance for spotty storms and showers Wednesday.
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Edmonton Oilers take 3-1 series lead over Dallas Stars with 4-1 win
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A fatal flood prompted dam repairs. Then, the federal government froze funding.
Rated "high hazard" by the state, the dam had been overwhelmed by the torrential rain and failed to hold back the flooding that claimed two lives in October 2023.
Lawsuit could delay McKinney airport expansion indefinitely
A federal lawsuit has been filed to stop the expansion of the McKinney National Airport over environmental concerns.
Edmonton Oilers take 3-1 series lead over Dallas Stars with 4-1 win
Game 5 is Thursday night, when the best-of-seven series returns to Dallas.
Warrant reveals close calls, victim's attempt to paddle away before deadly Grapevine Lake jet ski crash
On Sunday, 18-year-old Ava Moore was kayaking at Grapevine Lake when she was struck and killed by a jet ski, police said.
New bill would give Texas parents more control over books in public school libraries
Parents would be able to challenge books in the school libraries under the legislation.
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A fatal flood prompted dam repairs. Then, the federal government froze funding.
Rated "high hazard" by the state, the dam had been overwhelmed by the torrential rain and failed to hold back the flooding that claimed two lives in October 2023.
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New bill would give Texas parents more control over books in public school libraries
Parents would be able to challenge books in the school libraries under the legislation.
Tarrant County redistricting plan draws accusations of racial gerrymandering, legal concerns
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Trump to pardon reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley
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Texas agricultural commissioner calls for ban on additives in public water
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