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Dallas Police aim to rebuild trust by speeding up emergency response times
The Dallas Police Department is actively working to improve their response times. Here’s how long it typically takes for police to arrive.
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Dallas to deploy windshield barnacles on repeat parking offenders starting Aug. 24
On Aug. 24, Dallas will start using windshield barnacles for vehicles with three or more parking citations. Here’s everything you need to know.
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UT Dallas team builds smart sensor to sniff out dangerous bacteria in food
Researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas are developing a food safety sensor to detect contaminations and bacteria in food. Here’s everything you need to know about READ.
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Long live the RGV: Seven South Texas cities are poised to be the next Blue Zones
Can The Valley go from diabetes and obesity to living till 100? Wellness experts think so.
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Nearly half of Texas’ cyclospora cases are in South Texas. Here’s what we know
Nearly half of the lab-confirmed Cyclospora cases reported statewide from early May through late July were reported in South Texas.
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West Nile virus detected in fourth mosquito pool in Nueces County
Nueces County officials announced detection of West Nile virus near Chapman Ranch.
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Corpus Christi voters will decide on Fair Water Amendment in November
The Corpus Christi City Council voted 6-2 on Aug. 11 to place the Fair Water Amendment on the Nov. 3 election ballot.
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Dallas ISD opens pre-K to all families this fall
Dallas ISD kicks off the new school year with free pre-K. Here’s everything you need to know about the program.
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Feds plan to sell 3 warehouses near El Paso it bought for migrant detention centers, Congress member says
U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar said the government will put the warehouses on the market rather than convert them into migrant detention centers that would house 8,000 immigrants for deportation.
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Company planning data center in Nueces County supports Abbott’s audit
The company developing a planned 525-acre data center in Nueces County said it is committed to responsible data center development.
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RGV, Mission lands $50M green manufacturing plant
Mission just welcomed the groundbreaking of a $50 million advanced aluminum manufacturing plant that will create 70 permanent high-paying tech jobs, up to 300 construction gigs, and an estimated $120 million economic ripple effect.
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Report: Renewable energy could reduce data center costs across TX
A recent report from the nonpartisan energy and climate policy think tank Energy Innovation found renewable energy can power the facilities cheaper than fossil fuels.
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Why defense tech giant picked Brownsville: Inside the $3.2B deal bringing 10,000 jobs to South Texas
This high-tech shipyard is slated to bring 10,000 jobs and $750 million in annual payroll to the area.
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Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeños — here’s what diners need to know
Around 345 people have reported symptoms across 27 states in total thus far in this salmonella outbreak.
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Texas families can save big during tax-free weekend, Aug. 7-9
Over the tax-free weekend, qualifying items priced under $100 will be exempt from local and state taxes
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Sidewalk Connectivity Plan begs the question: Where should Bedford’s next sidewalk go?
The City of Bedford is looking for suggestions for its Sidewalk Connectivity Plan. Here’s how to log your idea.
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Corpus Christi water supply gets needed infusion from recent Texas rains
A Corpus Christi water emergency that at one point threatened to descend on the city as early as May 2026 is now projected for more than two years later.
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Court in the Community offers fresh start on minor offenses for Fort Worth residents
Court in the Community is helping Fort Worth residents get their lives back on track. Here’s how.
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How a wave of new development in Houston will change the skyline
A wave of new development in Houston will add a dozen new buildings to its evolving landscape over the coming years. Here’s what to know.
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Cabana Design District marks famed Dallas hotel’s transition from rock royalty to renters
Dallas’s Cabana Motor Hotel has been repurposed into mixed-income housing. Here’s everything you need to know about the Cabana Design District.
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Foster Grandparent Program strengthens Texas communities—one child at a time
The Foster Grandparent Program gives back to Texas communities in more than one way. They’re currently looking for new volunteers.
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No moratorium issued on data centers in Corpus Christi
The City Council will not pursue a moratorium on data centers in Corpus Christi, but officials are exploring some form of regulation.
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U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez takes steps to prevent renaming Boca Chica Beach
A SpaceX superfan proposed changing Boca Chica Beach’s name to reflect its significance to space travel.
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Corpus Christi utility bills may increase. Here’s how much you’ll pay
Corpus Christi City Council voted on July 21 to raise Corpus Christi utility bills but will need to solidify the vote next week.
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Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country launches new flood relief fund
Following recent floods, a new flood relief fund has been set up by the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country. Here’s how to help.
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Local nonprofit Pathway Packs eases back-to-school costs for low-income families
Pathway Packs, a local nonprofit, is providing school supplies to low-income North TX families. Here’s how.
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Warm, wet or dry? Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts Texas’ fall weather
If The Old Farmer’s Almanac’s forecast is correct, many Texans may be pleasantly surprised by the rainfall outlook this fall — but the forecast varies depending on where you live.
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As need grows, Meals on Wheels North Texas asks community to step up
Meals on Wheels North Texas is seeking volunteers to cover routes in Dallas and Tarrant Counties. Here’s everything you need to know.
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What is Cyclospora? Texas sees growing number of cases causing severe GI illness
Cases of an internal illness causing nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, are on the rise in Texas. So, what is Cyclospora?
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Report: Oil and gas drilling in northern Texas dangerous for students
A new report shows more than 50,000 public school students in Arlington are exposed to fracking pollution as a result of oil and gas drilling in northern Texas.
