Dallas woman uses her past to brighten the future for others
Mackenzie Blacketer is one of thousands of people recovering from substance abuse issues.
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Mackenzie Blacketer is one of thousands of people recovering from substance abuse issues.
One local organization is doing its part; it's on a mission to serve anyone who's struggling, by offering hope and help.
"She had everything. She was beautiful. She was smart."
Dallas County continues to do the hard work of fixing a juvenile justice system that even leaders admit is broken.
When was the last time that you went outside, closed your eyes, and took a deep breath? Most of us would probably be embarrassed to admit it's been a while.
Teen girls are in crisis, facing higher levels of sadness and hopelessness than ever before, according to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control.
Ten days after the deadly mass shooting in Allen, State Representative Jeff Leach, R-Allen urged lawmakers on the House floor to pass a bill that will allow the state to comply with a new federal law.
Lavik Jain harnessed artificial intelligence to detect suicidal messaging in social media posts. The AI would then connect that user in crisis with help.
"We know women are taking on the lion's share of household work and childcare responsibilities and that takes a mental and physical toll."
In Texas, suicide is the second leading cause of death for students ages 10 and older, according to the State Department of Health and Human Services.
Texas has taken a major step toward banning transgender minors from getting puberty blockers - care that medical groups say is vital to their mental health.
One in 8 women report symptoms of depression after giving birth, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Facing a mental health crisis? Here are some resources to help.
As we grapple with yet another mass shooting in this country, many people have become understandably worried when it comes to their safety – especially since this happened in our own backyard.
The Fort Worth Police Department says its Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) is making strides in improving the interaction between law enforcement and people experiencing mental health crises.
When it comes to social media, families are seeking help.
Health professionals are encouraging people to think of their mothers, and all women who have children on this World Maternal Mental Health Day.
Only 15% of the hospital nurses surveyed plan to keep working in their current position in the next year.
Only 15% of the hospital nurses surveyed plan to keep working in their current position in the next year.
Children's Health is part of an initiative making mental health care resources more available to kids and families.
Texas schools could offer up to $25,000 stipends to teachers and staff who accept the dual role of being armed campus "sentinels" with specialized mental health training under a proposal that state lawmakers advanced Tuesday in response to the Uvalde classroom shooting.
While one mental health expert blames mental illness for the alleged crime, another witness says McDonald knew her conduct was wrong.
The CMT Awards are this Sunday night in Austin.
Marijuana possession and misdemeanor theft are among a list of new crimes that will make someone picked up by police in Tarrant County, eligible to avoid jail.
Marijuana possession and misdemeanor theft are among a list of new crimes that will make someone picked up by police in Tarrant County, eligible to avoid jail.
The defense team closed with Jolie Brams, a forensic psychologist who was asked to evaluate Horner's developmental history.
The Mavericks touted Ujiri's experience, saying he has a decade of experience leading NBA front offices.
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
Dallas ISD voters passed a record-breaking bond that covers school buildings, classroom upgrades and more.
Tuesday will be a First Alert Weather Day with late-day storms in the forecast.
The defense team closed with Jolie Brams, a forensic psychologist who was asked to evaluate Horner's developmental history.
The Mavericks touted Ujiri's experience, saying he has a decade of experience leading NBA front offices.
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
Tanner Horner is accused of killing 7-year-old Athena Strand after allegedly abducting and strangling her while delivering a package in 2022.
Voters across North Texas weighed billions in bond proposals, transit participation and local leadership races in the May 2 municipal elections.
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
State records show regulators ordered the removal of a plastic gas pipe installed in the early 1970s after it was linked to multiple explosions and deaths in North Texas.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Nine Native American tribes in South Dakota, North Dakota and Nebraska are suing the federal government in a bid to stop exploratory drilling for graphite near a sacred site in the Black Hills.
The incident occurred one week after shots were fired during the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., and Mr. Trump was rushed off the dais.
The 81-year-old former New York City mayor has been hospitalized for pneumonia, his spokesperson said.
Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia called the Supreme Court's decision last week to strike down Louisiana's congressional map and weaken the Voting Rights Act "a massive and devastating blow."
Republican U.S. Representative Pat Fallon was one of the members of Congress who sat on a task force following the first two assassination attempts on President Trump in 2024.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
After months waiting for a new heart, 9-year-old Penny found hope through music—and a second chance at life.
New Texas regulations took effect March 31 that capped THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Herring said that in the year before tariffs, used car sales were just under half of his business at his dealership in Irving; Now, they are nearly 75 percent.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Weiser said "the last few years has required a heavy financial lift to continue operating."
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
The Mavericks touted Ujiri's experience, saying he has a decade of experience leading NBA front offices.
Spencer Torkelson hit a two-run homer and the Detroit Tigers pulled away to a 7-1 victory over the Texas Rangers.
Dillon Dingler hit a three-run homer, Keider Montero pitched into the seventh inning and the Detroit Tigers beat the Texas Rangers 5-1.
FC Dallas beat the New York Red Bulls 2-0 on Saturday night to snap a four-game winless streak.
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year on one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.
David Allan Coe also had hits with "You Never Even Called Me By My Name" and "The Ride" among others.
First lady Melania Trump said that jokes Jimmy Kimmel made on his show days before the White House Correspondents' Dinner were "hateful and violent rhetoric."
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
