Dallas Code Compliance Director Pushing For 'Regulatory Structure' Over Short-Term Rentals
Parties, pollution, and parking: even if you've never stayed at a short-term rental, chances are you're paying for the problems they can create.
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Party's Over: Airbnb Pursues Legal Action, Bans Booking Guest For Life After North Dallas House Trashed
Airbnb will pursue legal action against the booking guest of a recent disruptive party where guests trashed a North Dallas rental.
Debate Over Short-Term Rentals To Heat Up At Dallas City Hall Wednesday
On Wednesday, May 5, the Dallas City Council will hear from the public about what they think in a hearing scheduled for 1:00 p.m.
Airbnb Bans Unauthorized Parties In Texas During Fourth Of July
Now more than a year into the pandemic, Airbnb is thinking ahead, to summer, by announcing a block on 1-night reservations during the Fourth Of July weekend of entire home listings in Texas.
Homeowners Urge Dallas Leaders To Push Back On Short-Term Rentals
The city has been considering regulations for more than a year and looked at new options this week.
7-Eleven Offering All-Night Airbnb Gaming Experience At New 'Evolution' Store In Texas
It's a gamers dream -- Irving-based 7-Eleven is teaming up with Airbnb to offer a sleepover Game-All-Night Experience. A few lucky North Texans will get a private stay at a new luxury evolution store before it debuts to the public.
Airbnb Cites 'Public Health' For Crackdown On New Year's Party Houses
Airbnb is cracking down on so-called "party houses" this New Year's Eve. The goal is to prevent large groups from using rentals to ring in 2021 and contribute to the spread of COVID-19.
Short-Term Rental Market Exploding In Metroplex, Roiling Some Cities
When it comes to booking vacations, short-term rentals can offer chic accommodations at an affordable price, but some North Texas residents say that convenience comes with consequences.
Better Business Bureau Issues Warning To Watch Out For Fake Vacation Rental Listings
Whether you're using Facebook, Airbnb or VRBO, consumers should report any suspicious listings.
30,000 Texans Shared Their Homes To Travelers Last Year: 'It's Been Good Extra Income'
During 2018 in Dallas, the number of people using Airbnbs increased 70 percent from 2017 accordingly to company.
Hurst City Council Bans Short-Term Rentals
After hearing from about two dozen neighbors complaining, the Hurst City Council banned leases that last for less than 30 days, essentially a ban on services like Airbnb.
Grapevine City Council Says Short-Term Rental Houses Already Banned
A ban on short-term vacation rentals in Grapevine was up for discussion at a city council meeting Tuesday evening. However, officials announced at that meeting that those rental homes are already banned in the city.
Airbnb Launches Local Tours In NYC With Sarah Jessica Parker
Airbnb is launching local tours and other experiences in New York City this week, with one listing promising "an unforgettable shoe-shopping experience" led by a New Yorker whose bio describes her as "an actor, producer, businesswoman ... and a proud New Yorker."
The Airbnb Of Cars Is Here, Allowing Owners To Rent Out Their Vehicles
The new app used in Chicago and Evanston is called Getaround.
5 Non-Traditional Holiday Vacation Ideas
Five recommendations for getting away on a nontraditional holiday vacation
"Fixer Upper" Clients Cash Out By Renting Their Homes
Chip and Joanna Gaines have caught the attention of viewers everywhere with their HGTV cable television series Fixer Upper, which documents the couple renovating homes for clients in Waco.
How To Book Last Minute Travel
Five tips help you book last minute travel arrangements
A First-Timer's Guide To Airbnb
Tips on getting you started on Airbnb and how to be a good guest during your stay
Is Airbnb Right For You?
Airbnb is an online service that matches hosts and travelers, creating a relationship and transaction that works for both.
How To Add Romance While Also Traveling With Kids
Consider these five tips on how to add romance while traveling with kids.
Tech Cities Struggle With New Business Rules
Technology companies point out that the push for regulation is ironic in many technology-heavy cities that have built their reputations, in large part, on being on the leading edge.
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Doncic leads Mavs over Suns 123-90 in Game 7 blowout
Doncic scored 35 points, Spencer Dinwiddie added 30 and the Mavericks blitzed the Suns with a 123-90 knockout.
Severe thunderstorm watch for parts of North Texas until 1 a.m.
A complex of storms has developed in Eastern Oklahoma ahead of a cold front and is working its way towards the Red River.
García, Calhoun each hit 2 homers, Rangers beat Red Sox 7-1
Adolis García and Kole Calhoun each hit two home runs, Martin Perez pitched six strong innings and the Texas Rangers beat the Boston Red Sox 7-1.
Lee holds off Spieth, wins again at low-scoring Byron Nelson
K.H. Lee ran across the fairway to try to get a better view of the key shot in his second consecutive victory in the Byron Nelson.
Sheriff: 2 dead, 3 hospitalized in Houston market shooting
Two people were killed and three more were taken to a hospital with injuries after a shooting at a Houston flea market.
One killed, multiple wounded in shooting at Geneva Presbyterian Church in Laguna Woods
When deputies arrived, the suspect was hogtied by an extension cord after churchgoers detained him and confiscated at least two weapons.
1 dead after early morning Dallas shooting
A man is dead after an early morning shooting, Dallas police said on May 15.
Can meditation and mindfulness exercises reduce stress?
Recent survey found more Americans are meditating - and that's a good thing, experts say.
Buttigieg says Biden administration working to end baby formula shortage
Buttigieg said the formula shortage has the attention of the highest levels of the Biden administration.
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Doncic leads Mavs over Suns 123-90 in Game 7 blowout
Doncic scored 35 points, Spencer Dinwiddie added 30 and the Mavericks blitzed the Suns with a 123-90 knockout.
Severe thunderstorm watch for parts of North Texas until 1 a.m.
A complex of storms has developed in Eastern Oklahoma ahead of a cold front and is working its way towards the Red River.
García, Calhoun each hit 2 homers, Rangers beat Red Sox 7-1
Adolis García and Kole Calhoun each hit two home runs, Martin Perez pitched six strong innings and the Texas Rangers beat the Boston Red Sox 7-1.
Lee holds off Spieth, wins again at low-scoring Byron Nelson
K.H. Lee ran across the fairway to try to get a better view of the key shot in his second consecutive victory in the Byron Nelson.
Sheriff: 2 dead, 3 hospitalized in Houston market shooting
Two people were killed and three more were taken to a hospital with injuries after a shooting at a Houston flea market.
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I-Team Exclusive: Dallas sons reveal what led to arrest in murder of their father
In the group setting, they all agree that no one had given up hope. And they all believe the man recently arrested is "100%" the killer.
North Texas business steps up to help desperate mothers
A North Texas business is stepping up to help desperate mothers across the state after seeing an I-Team investigation.
I-Team Update: Ira Tobolowsky's family reacts to murder arrest
Ira Tobolowsky's sons said investigating their father's murder over the past six years has been a full-time job.
Online car dealer Vroom faces dozens of state violations
Hundreds of car buyers have filed complaints about delays in getting titles and registrations after purchasing a vehicle from the online used car dealer Vroom.
I-Team Update: Touchstone imaging reports data breach to state
Nearly 47,000 Texans have been impacted by what a medical imaging company told the I-Team three months ago was a "security incident."
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Buttigieg says Biden administration working to end baby formula shortage
Buttigieg said the formula shortage has the attention of the highest levels of the Biden administration.
New York governor says Buffalo shooting was "white supremacy terrorism"
"This individual is not going to see the light of day again," Hochul said of the suspected gunman in Saturday's attack.
Rochelle Garza running for Texas Attorney General
Jack Fink talks with Rochelle Garza (D- candidate for Texas Attorney General) about the upcoming primary election and the runoff with fellow democrat Joe Jaworski.
Joe Jaworski running for Texas Attorney General
Jack Fink talks with Joe Jaworski (D- candidate for Texas Attorney General) about the upcoming primary election and the runoff with fellow democrat Rochelle Garza.
George P. Bush running for Texas Attorney General
Jack Fink talks with George P. Bush (R- candidate for Texas Attorney General) about his runoff with Incumbent Ken Paxton and two key issues, abortion and the border.
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ERCOT asks Texans to conserve power as demand spikes due to heat
ERCOT is asking Texans to conserve power after six plants unexpectedly went offline.
Rising prices and inflation hit North Texas farmers hard
As inflation continues to soar, local farmers and ranchers are feeling the pinch as the prices continue to grow.
Pediatricians warn against unsafe formula alternatives amid shortage
Pediatricians are warning parents about resorting to unsafe alternatives to baby formula as the shortage continues to cause panic.
215K Hyundai Sonatas recalled; faulty hoses can leak fuel
A low pressure fuel hose can crack over time due to heat from the engine. That can cause fuel leaks and increase fire risks.
Over half of all baby formula products sold out in Texas
A nationwide baby formula shortage has left parents scrambling to feed their children and paying a lot more for those precious cans.
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Can meditation and mindfulness exercises reduce stress?
Recent survey found more Americans are meditating - and that's a good thing, experts say.
Texas court allows some investigations into families of transgender youth to resume
Texas high court allows state to resume some abuse investigations into gender-confirming care for transgender youth.
TPC Craig Ranch designer Tom Weiskopf gets 'Major' support during cancer battle
Weiskopf's passion (post career) became designing golf courses. He now has around 80 to his name, including TPC Craig Ranch.
How to avoid heat-related illness now that high temps, humidity here to stay
The hot temperatures combined with the humidity is keeping MedStar crews busy in Tarrant County.
National Prevention Week comes after 447 Dallasites overdosed last year
This week marks National Prevention Week, an educational campaign surrounding substance use disorder.
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ERCOT asks Texans to conserve power as demand spikes due to heat
ERCOT is asking Texans to conserve power after six plants unexpectedly went offline.
After all the hype, Elon Musk's Twitter deal is 'on hold'
Musk has been vocal about his desire to clean up Twitter's problem with "spam bots" that mimic real people and appeared to question whether the company was underreporting them.
Rising prices and inflation hit North Texas farmers hard
As inflation continues to soar, local farmers and ranchers are feeling the pinch as the prices continue to grow.
Pediatricians warn against unsafe formula alternatives amid shortage
Pediatricians are warning parents about resorting to unsafe alternatives to baby formula as the shortage continues to cause panic.
215K Hyundai Sonatas recalled; faulty hoses can leak fuel
A low pressure fuel hose can crack over time due to heat from the engine. That can cause fuel leaks and increase fire risks.
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Top U.S. cowgirls ride into North Texas for Women's Rodeo World Championship
Cowgirls from around the country are riding into the Fort Worth and Cowtown Coliseum on May 16 for the Women's Rodeo World Championship.
TPC Craig Ranch designer Tom Weiskopf gets 'Major' support during cancer battle
Weiskopf's passion (post career) became designing golf courses. He now has around 80 to his name, including TPC Craig Ranch.
Not in our house, the Mavs take the Suns down and force Game 7
The Mavericks won when facing elimination for the first time in three tries with Luka, their three-time All-Star point guard.
Byron Nelson's widow honors the past, celebrates present & future
Through Peggy, Byron Nelson's influence continues to be felt to this day.
Flames take series lead after beating Dallas Stars in Game 5
Jason Robertson scored the lone goal for Dallas, and Jake Oettinger stopped 29 shots.
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Top U.S. cowgirls ride into North Texas for Women's Rodeo World Championship
Cowgirls from around the country are riding into the Fort Worth and Cowtown Coliseum on May 16 for the Women's Rodeo World Championship.
Mickey Gilley, who helped inspire 'Urban Cowboy,' dies at 86
Country star Mickey Gilley, whose namesake Texas honky-tonk inspired the 1980 film "Urban Cowboy," has died. He was 86.
Dallas-based Bishop David Paul Moten sues Kanye over 'Come to Life' song
Dallas-based Bishop David Paul Moten is suing Kanye West over a sample used in the song "Come to Life" on West's new album "Donda."
May the 4th be with you! Celebrate Star Wars Day in DFW
The date is recognized as Star Wars Day so cue the cantina music and join local businesses to celebrate.
Texas city honors Megan Thee Stallion for philanthropic work
The non-profit Pete and Thomas Foundation, named in honor of Megan Thee Stallion's parents, focuses on education, housing, health, and wellness.
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Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of North Texas until 1 a.m.
A complex of storms has developed in Eastern Oklahoma ahead of a cold front and is working its way towards the Red River.
Dallas fans celebrate after Mavs beat Suns to take series
Fans are also cheering for the Stars, also playing Game 7.
Marginal risk of severe storms in North Texas tonight
We'll see temperatures drop slightly tomorrow morning, but the rest of the week will be blazing hot.
'Show in the skies:' Lunar eclipse visible for parts of North Texas
Those particularly in the southwest counties will have prime viewing.
Mavs prepare to take on Suns in game 7 of series
Keith Russell reports live from Phoenix.
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Easter bunny hops into Cook Children's NICU
All dressed up for their first Easter, these precious snuggle bunnies are ready for the holiday weekend.
March 14 Fannin County Storm Damage Near Leonard, Texas
The storm that moved through North Texas on the evening of March 14 was fast-moving but left a lot of damage behind in some places. Here are images from Fannin County, west of the town of Leonard, where many believe a tornado touched down.
Community Watching After Wind Topples White Rock Lake Eagles' Nest
The wind robbed Nick and Nora, The White Rock Lake eagles, of their nest and at least one egg. Now, the neighborhood is watching; hoping for the best for the beautiful pair.
North Texans Share Pictures Of Wintry Weather
Send your photos our way using the hashtag #FirstAlertDFW on Twitter and Instagram to be featured on air and on our website!
Nurse Creates Holiday Memories For Hospital's Smallest Patients
In the month leading up to most major holidays, you'll find Kathryn Callahan busy crocheting when not working as a NICU nurse at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth.
