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A pair of red Crocs, an insulin pen and a mystery solved through DNA — WFAA (Dallas-Fort Worth)
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A pair of red Crocs, an insulin pen and a mystery solved through DNA

Forensic genetic genealogy helped investigators identify Robert LaFaire, whose remains were found in a tree line in February 2023.

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What should Buda’s giant wiener dog be named? — WFAA (Dallas-Fort Worth)
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What should Buda’s giant wiener dog be named?

The public can vote online through Nov. 8, when a name will be selected.

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Westbound lanes of I-30 closed near Northwest Drive after car crashes into Mesquite firetruck — WFAA (Dallas-Fort Worth)
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Westbound lanes of I-30 closed near Northwest Drive after car crashes into Mesquite firetruck

All westbound lanes of Interstate 30 are closed after a crash involving a Mesquite fire truck, police said. The highway will likely remain closed well into rush hour

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Twin brothers among those who joined a grassroots movement to boost young voter turnout in Tarrant County — WFAA (Dallas-Fort Worth)
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Twin brothers among those who joined a grassroots movement to boost young voter turnout in Tarrant County

“Yeah, we are getting out here knocking on doors, got people knocking on doors. We are putting literature on doors,” Sherequan Evans said.

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Man accused of sexually assaulting minor on Six Flags Fiesta Texas ride, court documents allege — WFAA (Dallas-Fort Worth)
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Man accused of sexually assaulting minor on Six Flags Fiesta Texas ride, court documents allege

Liam McCormick, 23 at the time, is accused of forcing a 15-year-old girl to perform oral sex on him on an amusement park ride.

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Emergency responders at the scene of a car crash near Dallas DART station, highlighting community safety concerns
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Potentially fatal gunshot incident leads to car accident near DART station, authorities say

On a quiet morning near the bustling DART station in Dallas, the community was shaken by a harrowing incident that could have claimed multiple lives. Witnesses recall seeing a car suddenly swerve uncontrollably, crashing into another vehicle before plummeting onto the nearby train tracks. The...

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Dallas community members gather to watch election results for Texas State Board of Education race, highlighting the community's engagement and hope for fair process
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Texas Dems celebrate flipping State Board of Education, brace for potential recount

On a quiet evening in Dallas, a small group of passionate parents and educators gathered at a local community center, their faces illuminated by the glow of their phones and the flickering hope that change is within reach. The air was thick with anticipation, as the latest election results revealed...

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Toyota Motor North America corporate office in Plano, Texas
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New CEO to lead Toyota Motor North America

On a sunny Tuesday morning, the bustling offices of Toyota Motor North America in Plano buzzed with excitement as employees gathered to hear the announcement of a new leader. The air was thick with anticipation, a palpable sense of change brewing in the corridors. As the crowd settled, the...

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A vibrant sunset over Carrollton, Texas, with community members gathered in a park.
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Will Texans get $1,500? What must happen for Gina Hinojosa’s payment plan to become reality

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden hue over the streets of Carrollton, a palpable buzz filled the air. Residents gathered at the local park, discussing the prospect of a financial windfall that could change lives. The chatter centered around a bold proposal from Governor-elect...

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A mysterious cowboy belt with initials RB
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He was found wearing a belt with the initials 'RB' in Humble in 1987. Who was he?

In the quiet town of Humble, Texas, a mystery lingered for decades, wrapped in the fabric of a cowboy's belt. It was 1987 when a man was discovered near Rankin Road, his identity unknown but his presence palpable. Clad in cowboy boots and a belt emblazoned with the initials 'RB', he became a...

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Sheriff's office in Carrollton, Texas
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Trial to be rescheduled for North Texas Sheriff reindicted on retaliation, tampering with evidence charges

In a small town where trust is the bedrock of community, news of a sheriff facing serious charges can send ripples of anxiety through the streets. Residents of Carrollton woke up to the unsettling announcement that their sheriff, a figure they once looked to for guidance and protection, is now...

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Community gathering in Carrollton celebrating South Asian Texans' political engagement.
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‘Hate was on the ballot’: South Asian Texans push back against anti-immigrant rhetoric

As the sun began to set over Carrollton, a diverse neighborhood bustling with life, a group of South Asian Texans gathered at a local community center. Their laughter and conversations filled the air, but beneath the surface, a palpable tension lingered. This gathering was not just a social event;...

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