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DACA program back in court before Texas judge who previously ruled against it
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Texas House, Senate pass different property tax relief bills during special session
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Storm drain cover thefts increasing across Prosper
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Here are the 2 philosophies to reduce property taxes behind standoff between Gov. Abbott, Lt. Gov. Patrick
Some Texas residents think the state should be using much of its nearly $33 billion surplus to give Texans a break on their property taxes.
Nurse denied ambulance requests before migrant child died, officials say
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Arlington nun accused of breaking chastity vow dismissed
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Prominent Texas attorneys to present Ken Paxton impeachment case
The state House committee that has accused Paxton of bribery and misuse of office has retained Dick DeGuerin and Rusty Hardin for the trial.
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What's considered the largest pickleball tournament in Texas is taking place at the Oasis Pickleball Club in Rockwall.
Storm drain cover thefts increasing across Prosper
Large, dangerous holes are appearing in the ground all over the Town of Prosper.
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Here are the 2 philosophies to reduce property taxes behind standoff between Gov. Abbott, Lt. Gov. Patrick
Some Texas residents think the state should be using much of its nearly $33 billion surplus to give Texans a break on their property taxes.
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Prominent Texas attorneys to present Ken Paxton impeachment case
The state House committee that has accused Paxton of bribery and misuse of office has retained Dick DeGuerin and Rusty Hardin for the trial.
Here are the 2 philosophies to reduce property taxes behind standoff between Gov. Abbott, Lt. Gov. Patrick
Some Texas residents think the state should be using much of its nearly $33 billion surplus to give Texans a break on their property taxes.
Nurse denied ambulance requests before migrant child died, officials say
Anadith Tanay Reyes Alvarez, who suffered from sickle cell anemia and heart disease, died after she and her family spent over a week in Border Patrol custody.
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Southwest CEO's compensation soars despite December debacle
The CEO of Southwest Airlines is seeing his compensation nearly double after getting promoted to the top job, with the airline's directors looking past a meltdown over the Christmas holiday.
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Amateurs and pros alike meet in Rockwall for pickleball tournament
What's considered the largest pickleball tournament in Texas is taking place at the Oasis Pickleball Club in Rockwall.
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Dallas Stars can't find more magic, Golden Knights advance to 2nd Stanley Cup Final
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Tomorrow's high is 91F. There's a 20% chance for rain.
Pickleball tournament takes place in Rockwall this week
300 pros and 1,500 amateurs are competing on 40+ courts at The Oasis Pickleball Club this week.
Senate passes debt limit bill
The bill now goes to President Biden, who says he will sign the bill into law.
Storm drain cover thefts increasing across Prosper
Someone has been stealing storm drain covers around Prosper at an alarming rate.
Standoff continues in Texas Legislature over property tax relief
Political reporter Jack Fink breaks down the two different philosophies on how to address property tax relief in Texas.
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Hail comes down across North Texas
Parts of North Texas saw hail Friday evening.
2023 Highland Park Buddy Bowl
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Some-bunny to love: NICU babies have 'egg-stra special' photo shoot
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Hail and heavy rain batter parts of North Texas
Users sent in their own photos and video of the severe storms that rolled through on April 2.
CMT Awards: Country music's biggest night
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