5 Members of MS-13 Subgroup Arrested in Dallas Holdup: FBI
Dallas, TX - Five men whom FBI agents say comprise a subgroup of the vicious MS-13 gang have been arrested as suspects in a Dallas western wear store holdup.
Two people shot, robbed in front yard in southwest Dallas, police say
- Written by WFAA Staff WFAA Staff
- Category: Local Local
- Published: 01 September 2018 01 September 2018
Dallas, TX - Two people were shot and robbed outside their home in southwest Dallas late Friday night, police said. The victims were expected to be OK.
The Waxahachie Project launches two websites through ‘Make a Difference’ platform
- Written by Ashley Ford Ashley Ford
- Category: Local News Local News
- Published: 31 August 2018 31 August 2018
Waxahachie, TX - The Waxahachie Project celebrated a monumental moment with the “Make a Difference” launch of two major websites that could assist people to find local services and connect volunteers with opportunities.
Red Oak officers recognized after life saving efforts
- Written by Ennis Daily News Ennis Daily News
- Category: Local News Local News
- Published: 31 August 2018 31 August 2018
Red Oak, TX - The Red Oak Police Department isn’t just about taking calls that turn out bad. In fact, in some cases police officers are called to save lives. That lifesaving part of the job was put to the test last week in Red Oak on several occasions.
Ellis County officials prepare for 3rd annual Emergency Preparedness Fair
Midlothian, TX - Ellis County is bringing the annual Ellis County Preparedness Fair to Midlothian after two successful events in Waxahachie and Ennis in the previous years.
DeSoto Fire Department Awarded Competitive Federal Grant
- Written by Joshua C. Johnson Joshua C. Johnson
- Category: Local News Local News
- Published: 31 August 2018 31 August 2018
DeSoto, TX - The DeSoto fire department has received federal grants through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant program, according to Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson.
Motorcyclist Dead After Falling Off Bike, Trying to Run Off I-35E in DeSoto: PD
- Written by Eline de Bruijn Eline de Bruijn
- Category: Local News Local News
- Published: 31 August 2018 31 August 2018
DeSoto, TX - A motorcyclist who fell off his bike and tried to run off the interstate was fatally hit by a SUV in DeSoto Friday morning, police said. A group of motorcyclists were traveling together about 1:45 a.m.
Lancaster Regional Airport
- Written by LRA LRA
- Category: Local News Local News
- Published: 31 August 2018 31 August 2018
Lancaster, TX - Lancaster Regional Airport is home to many pilots and businesses. The rest want to call it home. We are only 20 minutes from downtown Dallas and offer the amenities expected of a busy general aviation airport while still retaining our friendly hometown atmosphere.
Ovilla may approve winery slated for downtown historical district
- Written by Ennis Daily News Ennis Daily News
- Category: Business Business
- Published: 30 August 2018 30 August 2018
Ovilla, TX - Preliminary discussions were held recently at an Ovilla City Council meeting regarding a winery which just might be opening soon in the city’s historical district.
PETA Protests DeSoto ISD Dissection Program
- Written by Joshua C. Johnson Joshua C. Johnson
- Category: Local News Local News
- Published: 30 August 2018 30 August 2018
DeSoto, TX - Prior to Monday’s DeSoto Independent School District Board of Trustees Meeting, local members of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) led a demonstration in front of the Administration Building. The group met in opposition to the district’s animal dissection program.
Final Sale: Inside Sears Hometown Stores' War With Its Local Entrepreneurs
- Written by Peter Carbonara Peter Carbonara
- Category: National National
- Published: 29 August 2018 29 August 2018
Hoffman Estates, IL - No one could blame Sears for closing stores that are losing money. But Heidi Wood, who used to run three Sears Hometown stores in Oregon, says the company pulled the plug on her stores even though they were profitable. Now she and the company are suing each other.
DeSoto ISD Names Finalist For Superintendent Post
- Written by Joshua C. Johnson Joshua C. Johnson
- Category: School News School News
- Published: 28 August 2018 28 August 2018
DeSoto, TX - The DeSoto Independent School District Board of Trustees has named Mr. D’Andre Weaver, Ph.D as the lone finalist for the district’s superintendent position. Trustees voted to approve the decision at a special called meeting held August 16, 2018.
