How to celebrate: May is Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month - Dallas news - NewsLocker (2024)

There are a number of events happening in DFW this month, as communities celebrate pride in their culture.

Funeral procession Thursday for North Richland Hills Assistant Police Chief who collapsed while on duty

Palmer will be remembered on Thursday, May 9, with a procession followed by a funeral at Keystone Church in Keller.

Drug dog searches find 30 firearms, make 1500 drug seizures in DFW schools this year

The images the search team provided to NBC 5 are striking: dozens of pills and handguns found on campuses in the Metroplex.

DFW area ‘Take a Plant, Leave a Plant' shares love of gardening

Gardening is good for your yard and your soul but it can be tough on your budget. What if we told you there's a place where plants are free?

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Gator sightings in North Fort Worth are nothing new, blame flooding and spring

Two alligators are getting attention in North Fort Worth. The gators have been spotted swimming in Eagle Mountain Lake.

Keller neighborhood facing terror from above as red-shouldered hawk attacks people

Neighbors said over the past few weeks the hawks have attacked people outside. His daughter has scars from being hit and she's not the only one.

Trash troubles: Fort Worth says garbage contractor missing hundreds of pickups

In a report to city council members at Tuesday's work session, Environmental Services Director Cody Whittenburg said they found an average of 1,600 missed pick-ups per month for the past six months.

Gov. Abbott tells Texas universities to ignore Biden's Title IX revisions

After telling the Texas Education Agency last month to ignore President Joe Biden's recent revision of Title IX, which now includes safeguards for LGBTQ+ students, Republican Gov. Greg Abbott extended that directive Wednesday to the state's universities.

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Cold front season is winding down in North Texas

As the seasons transition from spring to summer, the jet stream becomes weaker and shifts farther north into the Central and Northern United States.

Dallas welcomes women's pro soccer team to Cotton Bowl Stadium this summer

A professional women's soccer team will soon call Fair Park's Cotton Bowl Stadium home.

No Mother's Day plans yet? Here's some deals and events in North Texas this year

We've compiled a list of Mother's Day deals in the Dallas area to celebrate Mom this year.

No Mother's Day plans yet? Here's some deals and events in Dallas this year

We've compiled a list of Mother's Day deals in the Dallas area to celebrate Mom this year.

Retired pro wrestler who ran for Congress in Texas pleads not guilty in Las Vegas murder case

A retired professional wrestler and former congressional candidate in Nevada and Texas has pleaded not guilty to a murder charge in the death of a man last year at a Las Vegas Strip hotel.

American Airlines bracing for largest schedule ever at DFW Airport this summer

DFW, which is American's largest hub, will surpass pre-pandemic levels of flying this summer.

Dallas Stars community initiatives reaching kids in Mexico City

When the Dallas Stars are in the postseason, Al Montoya said everyone wins, especially the community.

Restaurant additions boost retail district at The Star in Frisco to nearly fully leased

The Star is known as HQ for the Dallas Cowboys of the NFL. But in recent years it's evolved into much more, including a leading retail destination. Recent leases mean it's almost completely full on that front. Read this story to learn more about the strategy behind the deals and read about the latest additions to the mixed-use hub.

Family of woman found shot to death in burning home speaks out; Police plan press conference

Duncanville police are expected to release more information about the discovery of a woman found shot to death inside her burning home.

Family of woman found shot to death in burning home speaks out; Police give new details

Duncanville police are expected to release more information about the discovery of a woman found shot to death inside her burning home.

Family of woman found shot to death in burning home speaks out; Man arrested

Duncanville police are expected to release more information about the discovery of a woman found shot to death inside her burning home.

Major League Cricket reveals 2024 schedule with lots of matches in DFW

Major League Cricket is getting ready for its 2024 season, which will take place this summer in North Texas and in North Carolina, WFAA reports.

Centerpoint office park in Arlington bought by Pinnacle Bank Texas at foreclosure

The property was purchased by the lender with a $30 million credit bid. Read this story to find out what led up to the foreclosure and see what could happen next.

Small Oklahoma town grapples with one death, crippling damage after EF-4 tornado

The Governor of Oklahoma has declared a state of emergency for Osage County, where an EF-4 tornado touched down roughly 40 miles north of Tulsa overnight Monday.

Tarrant DA defends decision to pursue re-conviction of Crystal Mason, acquitted of illegal voting after 8 years

The Tarrant County District Attorney is facing backlash from the community and some county leaders for trying to re-convict a woman who was acquitted of voting illegally.

Matthews Southwest partners with PE firm to renovate TV studio in southern Dallas

A multimillion-dollar renovation is planned for South Side Studios, on Botham Jean Boulevard near the Trinity River. It's already hosted filming for shows such as "Queen of the South" and "Dallas" — now a prominent development is part of an effort to prepare it to host many more projects in the future.

Dallas council to vote on sports deal day before new soccer team lays out details

Wednesday, the city council will decide whether a sports team can use the 90,000-seat Cotton Bowl in Fair Park.

Family of inmate who died in Tarrant County Jail takes aim at commissioners

The sheriff's office said detention officers were conducting routine cell checks for contraband when they approached Johnson's cell and he wouldn't allow them to search the area.

Former Dallas Fed CEO Robert Kaplan rejoins Goldman Sachs

Robert Kaplan, the former president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, is rejoining Goldman Sachs, where he began his career in 1983. Read on to learn more about his move.

Pinnacle Bank Texas buys Fort Worth's tallest tower with $12.3M bid at foreclosure auction

The 40-story tower was purchased May 7 at a foreclosure auction by the lender that alleged the previous owner defaulted on its debt.

Counties southwest of metroplex swept by flood waters

According to Kirk Turner, Bosque County Emergency Management Coordinator, the City of Clifton was the most impacted city.

Dallas Police Department honors those killed in the line of duty Tuesday

The Dallas Police Department and several families gathered to remember and honor officers who've made the ultimate sacrifice for the city.