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- Fort Worth ISD to name superintendent finalist today
While the community waits for word on who trustees will select to succeed Dr. Melody Johnson, some concerned parents in Fort Worth are hoping for big changes. - Dallas cycling group proposes barricades to protect bikers
Bike Friendly Oak Cliff says it wants to raise money to add barricades to separate cars and cyclists on Dallas streets. - NTSB issues first report on McKinney propeller accident
The National Transportation Safety Board has released a preliminary report on Lauren Scruggs, the local fashion blogger who was seriously injured after walking into a spinning propeller last month. - Frustrating search continues for missing cat in Sherman
Animal rescue groups are rallying to the cause of a Sherman grandmother who is convinced that her cat is trapped alive in the charred ruins of her apartment. “I’m positive she’s alive,” said Sassy’s owner, Linda Monson.
- After decades of pain, Collin County woman seeks a miracle
- State toughens up licensing for peace officers who have committed misdemeanors, including alcohol offenses
- Trial of suspected North Dallas area serial child rapist to begin
- Residents worry about their area’s future if Dallas ISD schools close
- FACT CHECK: Distortions in GOP debate
Newt Gingrich said Mitt Romney raised taxes as Massachusetts governor. Romney countered he cut taxes 19 times. Both were basically right, but decidedly one-sided, in the Republican presidential debate Monday night.
- Jaroslav Halak Leads Surging Blues Past Stars 1-0
Jaroslav Halak made 22 saves for his third shutout of the season and T.J. Oshie scored midway through the third period as the surging St. Louis Blues stayed unbeaten in 2012 by defeating the Dallas Stars 1-0 on Monday night.
- Race Debate Continues For Irving School Board
On the day the nation honors Dr. Martin Luther King, a serious debate over race in the Irving Independent School District has the school board looking for middle ground.
- Homeowners Warn Public About Dishwasher Fires
Some homeowners are trying to issue a warning after they say their dishwashers caught fire. The brands in question are KitchenAid, Kenmore and Whirlpool.
- Water totals to be included in Texas fracking disclosures
When new Texas hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, disclosure rules in go into effect Feb. 1, drillers will have to reveal the amount of water needed for each oil and gas well in addition to reporting chemicals used in the process.The Texas Tribune reports that experts say the water disclosures will help shed light on the effect of fracking on water supplies in the state, which has been affected by a severe drought.In the fracking process, a mixture of water, chemicals and sand is injected under high pressure into the well to break up shale rock in order to extract the oil and gas… - American Eagle plans daily flights to Garden City, Kan.
Fort Worth-based regional airline American Eagle announced Monday that it will begin daily round-trip service on April 3 between Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and Garden City Airport in Garden City, Kan.American Eagle, the regional affiliate of American Airlines, is owned by Fort Worth-based AMR Corp., which is undergoing Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization.In a release, the airline said it will used 44-seat Embraer jets on the route. - Apple discloses suppliers, labor issues
Apple Inc. disclosed a full list of its suppliers for the first time on Friday and said it had found continuing problems including working hours, overtime pay and the handling of hazardous waste.One of the findings of the report said that Apple suppliers complied with its code of a maximum of a 60-hour work week only 38 percent percent of the time.The 2012 “Supplier Responsibility Progress Report” was based on 229 audits Apple said it conducted in 2011 throughout its supply chain. Last year’s report was based on 127 audits conducted in 2010… - Report: Nokia nears naming new chairman
Finnish technology company Nokia Corp., which maintains its U.S. headquarters in Irving, is close to naming a new chairman, the Wall Street Journal reported.Sources have told the newspaper that the new chairman likely will be Risto Siilasmaa, founder of one of Finland’s most successful technology companies.According to the Journal, Siilasmaa is a three-year member of the Nokia board and he would succeed departing chairman Jorma Ollila.Nokia, which recently announced its new Windows-based phone would be available through Dallas-based AT&T Inc…
- FACT CHECK: Distortions in GOP debateNewt Gingrich said Mitt Romney raised taxes as Massachusetts governor. Romney countered he cut taxes 19 times. Both were basically right, but decidedly one-sided, in the Republican presidential debate Monday night.
- Jaroslav Halak Leads Surging Blues Past Stars 1-0Jaroslav Halak made 22 saves for his third shutout of the season and T.J. Oshie scored midway through the third period as the surging St. Louis Blues stayed unbeaten in 2012 by defeating the Dallas Stars 1-0 on Monday night.
- Race Debate Continues For Irving School BoardOn the day the nation honors Dr. Martin Luther King, a serious debate over race in the Irving Independent School District has the school board looking for middle ground.
- Homeowners Warn Public About Dishwasher FiresSome homeowners are trying to issue a warning after they say their dishwashers caught fire. The brands in question are KitchenAid, Kenmore and Whirlpool.
- Dallas-Area College Students Spread Support For Ron Paul
U.S. Rep. Ron Paul (R-Surfside) and his libertarian views have attracted a growing loyal following nationwide. Among the 76-year-old Paul’s number of supporters since four years ago: College students, who are far younger than the politician.
- Hamilton’s Father-In-Law Turns Down ‘Accountability Partner’ Position With Rangers
The Texas Rangers are returning to square one in their search for an “accountability partner” for slugger Josh Hamilton.
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