Abbott In Dallas Discusses School Safety, Teacher Wages
Gov. Greg Abbott was in Dallas on Tuesday to hold his second of two statewide round table discussions, talking to teachers about campus safety, wage increases and other topics.
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Gov. Greg Abbott was in Dallas on Tuesday to hold his second of two statewide round table discussions, talking to teachers about campus safety, wage increases and other topics.
Gov. Greg Abbott's re-election campaign has an enormous financial advantage over Democratic challenger Lupe Valdez, with less than four months until the election.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says gun rights are safe on his watch amid pushback to some of his safety proposals after a high school shooting that left 10 people dead.
The Southern Baptist Convention opens its national meeting Tuesday in Dallas, as the denomination's all-male leadership grapples with the fallout of multiple sexual misconduct cases.
Since the Santa Fe high school shooting, state leaders have been working on ways to improve school security.
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Earlier this week, Gov. Greg Abbott announced his new policy to address school safety. His opponent in this year's gubernatorial race, Democratic nominee Lupe Valdez, responded on Friday.
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"You have to fund it," says Rena Honea, a veteran educator and President of AllianceAFT, a DISD teacher's union. "You cannot expect our school districts to do more and more with less and less."
Governor Greg Abbott announced his new policy to address school safety in the wake of this month's shooting massacre at Santa Fe High School, outside of Houston.
The Governor will make the announcement in Dallas at 10:30 a.m. and in San Marcus at 2:00 p.m.
Governor Greg Abbott and other state leaders have said the legislature will need to act.
Students and parents from Santa Fe, Texas spoke from their hearts about campus security.
Valdez surprised political analysts last night after she defeated Houston businessman Andrew White by just 26,000 votes in the primary runoff.
Gov. Greg Abbott said Wednesday he could support stronger regulations for gun storage and quicker reporting to law enforcement when a court has determined someone is mentally ill in order to keep them from having weapons.
In the hours after the Santa Fe High School shooting, Gov. Greg Abbott touted the potential of a little-known mental health screening program in West Texas that identifies potentially violent students.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott's meetings on school violence and safety promised to wade into the thorny issue of gun control with the next round.
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott convened the first in a series of discussions on school safety Tuesday, declaring in response to last week's shooting at Santa Fe High School.
Tuesday is the runoff election for candidates in several big Texas races. The winners will be on the ballot this November. The polls close at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
The roundtables will include people from across the state, including parents, teachers, students, lawmakers and interest groups that advocate for and against new gun regulations.
One of the most contentious issues between Lupe Valdez and Andrew White is their views on abortion.
This morning a statewide moment of silence was held to recognize those killed and wounded in the shooting at Santa Fe High School.
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The Lady Tigers reach their first 6A championship game, inspired by assistant coach LaMesia McKinney's strength as she battles stage 4 breast cancer.
Relatives say the school ended McKinley's decades‑long tenure without warning, citing a 15–11 record despite his 1,043 career wins and historic impact on the program.
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The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
Organizers say the 40‑year Dallas tradition became too expensive to stage this year, but a street festival will continue as they work toward a 2027 return.
The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
It started with a complaint from a male officer.
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Latino community leaders in Texas are warning that growing frustration with enforcement-only approaches is pushing some voters away from the Republican Party.
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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.
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.
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A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
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.
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NBA Hall of Famer Chauncey Billups and former player Damon Jones are among 31 people charged in the federal case. They have pleaded not guilty.
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Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
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.
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