'We're Very Hopeful About Next Year': Dallas Family To Start Rebuilding More Than 1 Year After Tornado
On Christmas Day last year, the Singers' house near Preston and Royal in Dallas had just been declared a total loss.
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On Christmas Day last year, the Singers' house near Preston and Royal in Dallas had just been declared a total loss.
It's the night before Christmas, and though 2020 has been different, one thing has remained the same. Many spent the day checking final gifts off their shopping list.
This Christmas, more than 6,000 North Texas first responders will be served a hot barbecue meal. It's all thanks to the non-profit Feed A Hero and community donations.
It was set to be a Christmas to remember for all the wrong reasons. But when a Texas community found out about the theft, they donated hundreds more gifts.
The numbers show people in 75211, which covers Cockrell Hill and parts of Oak Cliff, are the most vulnerable to the virus.
The Kindness Warriors decided since no visitors are allowed into the senior living facilities this year, they would make sure every resident would get a gift of new pajamas.
Nurses at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas brought the spirit of Christmas in a big way to tiny patients this week, delivering gifts and taking "baby's first holiday" portraits for families.
Cedar Hill is working during the holiday week, as the Longhorns face Tomball Memorial in Waco on Saturday.
Johnson found a way to still do a good deed this holiday season at the Scottish Rite Hospital for Children in Dallas - even though he had to cancel his annual toy drive.
This has been an unusual year for us all, but 2020 can't stop the nurses in the neonatal intensive care unit at Methodist Dallas Medical Center from giving their tiny Santas a special first Christmas.
A paraglider dressed as Santa Claus was rescued after being caught in power lines in Rio Linda, California on Sunday.
Hundreds of North Texas cats and dogs are receiving the best Christmas gift this year -- a new home!
This week's Living Room Sports takes a look back at the '85 Cowboys' Christmas album, which was an idea by quarterback Danny White and four-time Grammy award-winning producer and songwriter Chris Christian.
With Christmas approaching, a day when many typically hold large programs, a church in Fort Worth is getting creative to celebrate virtually.
They spent about a month putting together a giant Nintendo game display, complete with a letter from Santa asking for Super Mario 3.
Families started laying wreaths Wednesday on thousands of graves at DFW National Cemetery.
It's not unusual for some families to celebrate Christmas on a day other than December 25. To make sure holiday spirits aren't dampened, one Texas mom is making sure kids in those houses get the memo that Santa Claus has special delivery dates for their Christmas.
The top health official in Austin warned Tuesday, Dec. 15, that Christmas and New Year's are likely to be grim as the coronavirus continues its aggressive surge in Central Texas.
Today -- Dec. 15 is the deadline for USPS retail ground service for expected delivery by Christmas.
A new tool, funded in part by the National Institutions of Health, can help people make decisions about their plans this year.
"I don't want anything for Christmas, but I would like to ask you if you can do me a favor: Can you please find a cure for Covid-19 and give it to us to save the world." one child wrote.
The North Pole elves have dropped off Santa's Mailbox at Irving City Hall, 825 W. Irving Blvd., for children to send their holiday letters to Santa Claus.
Santa is prepared for his first Christmas during a pandemic and one North Texas retailer is taking steps to make sure a holiday tradition continues in a safe way.
Proceeds from the virtual visits are going to Children's Health to advance medical research on pediatric illnesses and enhance patient care.
For years, Jim Beckham's light shows brought joy to his Plano neighbors, but after his 2018 season, he decided to retire because the work was getting hard on his body.
Ranchers raced to save livestock as flames threatened homes and destroyed structures at Worth Ranch.
The agreement, which still requires probate court approval, will resolve civil claims stemming from the 2019 fatal shooting and directs most funds to Jefferson's nephews.
Police said the investigation began after family members reported concerns about interactions with an elderly resident who later moved to a different facility.
Advocates say canyons and rugged landscape have historically deterred illegal crossings in the region.
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
Ranchers raced to save livestock as flames threatened homes and destroyed structures at Worth Ranch.
The Ross wildfire has burned more than 50,000 acres across Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forcing evacuations, closing roads and disrupting schools.
The agreement, which still requires probate court approval, will resolve civil claims stemming from the 2019 fatal shooting and directs most funds to Jefferson's nephews.
Police said the investigation began after family members reported concerns about interactions with an elderly resident who later moved to a different facility.
Advocates say canyons and rugged landscape have historically deterred illegal crossings in the region.
"Maybe this is one of those times that we just need to be loud and make people hear us that they're not being treated fairly," she said.
The reversal comes just weeks after an I-Team investigation showed contention over the disciplinary process.
A phone call from jail raised further suspicions that Carney targeted other girls.
More than 40 years after helping catch an ice cream truck driver who exposed himself to her, an Oklahoma woman testified against him in a Texas trial, helping secure a life sentence.
In 1991, a Plano girl was kidnapped and sexually assaulted. The same thing happened 8 years later in Dallas. Investigators found the same DNA on both victims.
Advocates say canyons and rugged landscape have historically deterred illegal crossings in the region.
Canadian government officials said they are also providing aid for workers and businesses that could be hurt by U.S.-imposed tariffs.
The charges against Major Jason Watson are believed by his attorneys to be among the only instances for officers of his rank in the history of the U.S. military to be charged under Article 88.
A federal judge on Tuesday rejected Ghislaine Maxwell's effort to toss out her 2021 conviction on sex-trafficking charges and 20-year prison sentence.
President Trump said the U.S. is considering changing the name of Lake Ontario to "Lake America" amid an escalating trade fight with Canada.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
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.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
The notice from a U.S. government agency does not indicate in which stores the beef was sold.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
Many North Texas Native Americans celebrated Pete's debut Saturday with joy.
The WNBA has been the subject of recent debates on whether transgender women should be allowed to participate in the league.
Paige Bueckers scored 18 of her 32 points in the first quarter, Jessica Shepard had 11 points and 11 rebounds, and the Dallas Wings beat the Seattle Storm 92-70 to tie the franchise's single-season wins record.
Ezequiel Durán and Elias Díaz hit solo homers, Cal Quantrill worked six scoreless innings and the Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-3 on Sunday.
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
After Hayden Panettiere's death, fans resurfaced her claim that Neutrogena had fired her in 2015 over her comments about postpartum depression.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Hayden Panettiere, who shares a daughter with the former boxing champ, died on Sunday at 36 years old.
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.
