DFW Lieutenant Says Education Is The Right Path To Success
Today's law enforcement personnel know that advanced education helps them stay one step ahead of the competition.
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Today's law enforcement personnel know that advanced education helps them stay one step ahead of the competition.
"I am living proof that a person who grows up being told that they are stupid can overcome and not only achieve honor student status, but make a huge difference in children's lives," says middle school teacher and published author Beth Fehlbaum.
When it comes to career success, one might look at high-level positions as being the hallmark of success. But, as Jacque Borel knows, true career success is doing what you love.
Technology is an ever-evolving field, and those wanting to be part of the change should look to build their education.
Inspired as a child by a Fort Worth police officer, Ivan Gomez decided he also wanted to make a positive difference in his community and address the lack of Hispanic police officers.
The Texas unemployment rate slipped to 5.1 percent in October for a second straight month of declines.
The pace of business and technology is moving at a very rapid rate, and those with advanced education coupled with strong skills are more likely to find success in their careers.
Psychotherapist, Pamela Bolen has been interviewed by "The Wall Street Journal," has appeared on television, and has published a humorous parenting book entitled "Parenting out of the Box."
Bradley Wilson, Chief Marketing Officer for Travelocity, has used his business degree to transform several major corporations.
Former Air Force captain turned CEO of Brainband, a Dallas technology services company, discusses the benefit of higher education in the field.
Anthropology is the study of humans and their cultures, religions, sexuality, and languages. Ken Myers parlayed his passion for anthropology into a career teaching others.
A volunteer opportunity as a teenager at a local Lubbock hospital sparked a lifelong interest in the care of others for Bryan Bigham.
As DFW experiences record-breaking business growth, new opportunities to grow in real estate also benefit.
Licensed marriage and family therapists help clients learn how to navigate life's ups and downs. Therapist Dianna Bigham credits her master's degree with success in helping her clients.
Jack Benage is an external auditor at KPMG in Dallas, and discusses how his master's degree has helped him along the way to success.
Ron Nieman, a business executive for Sanford Rose Associates discusses his career path into the booming technology field.
Mandy Dirickson is passionate about the prevention of strokes, especially in women at UT Southwestern University Medical Center's Comprehensive Stroke Center.
Daniel Ibarrondo is a living example of how advanced degrees can lead you to success in any career path you choose.
Dallas Business Journal, U.S. Department of Labor Statistics and Forbes all rank Dallas and surrounding Texas cities as top cities in the country for job growth.
Mireya Mata develops training courses for Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, in order to find solution-based communication tools for the company's supervisors.
Joe Herrera says, "Having a master's degree helps open up other career paths no matter what line of work you are in."
Kiara Smith, North Lake College Senior Academic Advisor, offers invaluable advice for returning and online program students.
Making the decision to return to school is one of the best decisions one can make, says Ruben Johnson - executive dean of the Business and Technology Division at Cedar Valley College.
Yonwi Bell, Vice President of the NOBCChE for her campus, discusses the benefits and challenges of being a returning student in an online degree program.
Job growth in the field of play therapy is strong, as therapists help children cope with their problems and help them connect their emotions to words through play.
The Mavs were without rookie Cooper Flagg, who was out with an ankle injury.
Mexican authorities were seeking details about what they say was the death of a Mexican citizen in an ICE detention facility in Georgia.
A new class at Texas Christian University is drawing students in with a hit TV series and a clear path toward a real-world career.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
Friday will mark the end of two weeks of testimony.
The Mavs were without rookie Cooper Flagg, who was out with an ankle injury.
Mexican authorities were seeking details about what they say was the death of a Mexican citizen in an ICE detention facility in Georgia.
A new class at Texas Christian University is drawing students in with a hit TV series and a clear path toward a real-world career.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
Friday will mark the end of two weeks of testimony.
From laptops to vapes, lithium‑ion devices are driving emergency landings and evacuations as airlines push for stronger rules and better containment tools.
Texas veterans could be at risk of losing the help they need to stay home.
A North Texas couple tracked their stolen airport luggage across Dallas using an AirTag — only to learn police couldn't act on the data alone.
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
Mexican authorities were seeking details about what they say was the death of a Mexican citizen in an ICE detention facility in Georgia.
Cell phone footage shared on social media by a Democratic state senator appears to show the moments after Wednesday's shooting took place, in which a woman calls 911 and can be heard pleading for help.
President Trump is threatening to invoke a centuries-old law to deploy troops to Minnesota. Here's what to know.
Religious workers face a yearslong backlog to obtain legal permanent U.S. residency.
Venezuelan opposition leader María Machado previously said she wanted to "share" the prize for removing Nicolás Maduro from power.
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.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Walk with a Doc invites community members to join low-pressure group walks led by physicians.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
'Tis the season: for sniffles, but before you blame the holiday gathering at grandma's for your coughing, sneezy misery, look around.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
Salad and Go, a drive-thru salad chain, said on Wednesday that it will close all remaining Texas and Oklahoma stores.
Venezuela is said to have the largest amount of these reserves in the world.
Trump said the "whole infrastructure" of Venezuela has to be rebuilt and that American companies would be used to rebuild it.
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.
The Mavs were without rookie Cooper Flagg, who was out with an ankle injury.
Airion Simmons is charged with wire fraud and bribery.
Authorities said the alleged scheme involved 39 players, 17 different NCAA Division I men's basketball teams and 29 games.
FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup matches in the U.S., Canada and Mexico— with prices as high as $8,680.
Jamal Murray led the way for the Nuggets with 33 points.
A new class at Texas Christian University is drawing students in with a hit TV series and a clear path toward a real-world career.
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
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.
