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Dallas police gave an update on Monday on two different officer-involved shootings that happened last week. The department released dash and body camera video, as well as 911 calls for both incidents during a 4 p.m. news conference. While no suspects or officers were hit in either case, one of the incidents involved a very close call for an undercover officer who was shot at by a fellow officer.Chief Daniel Comeaux admitted his officers are not perfect and said he's thankful no one was hurt.Robbery and CarjackingThe first officer-involved shooting incident stemmed from an armed robbery of a Porsche Cayenne on Sunnyvale Street, which is in the Cedar Crest area of Dallas.Security video from a nearby business shows the suspect, later identified as 39-year-old Renard McFadden, getting into the vehicle. The victim said her 9-year-old daughter was inside at the time and the suspect ordered her out.After McFadden drove off in the vehicle, the victim was able to provide police with real-time l

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Dallas police gave an update on Monday on two different officer-involved shootings that happened last week. The department released dash and body camera video, as well as 911 calls for both incidents during a 4 p.m. news conference. While no suspects or officers were hit in either case, one of the incidents involved a very close call for an undercover officer who was shot at by a fellow officer.Chief Daniel Comeaux admitted his officers are not perfect and said he's thankful no one was hurt.Robbery and CarjackingThe first officer-involved shooting incident stemmed from an armed robbery of a Porsche Cayenne on Sunnyvale Street, which is in the Cedar Crest area of Dallas.Security video from a nearby business shows the suspect, later identified as 39-year-old Renard McFadden, getting into the vehicle. The victim said her 9-year-old daughter was inside at the time and the suspect ordered her out.After McFadden drove off in the vehicle, the victim was able to provide police with real-time l

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A North Texas dad is keeping up with a silly tradition of wearing wild and crazy outfits on the first day of school.Wild OutfitsFor the past several years, Tracy Travers has dressed up to send his kids off to school on their first day. And this year was no different.He shared photos of this year’s 80’s fitness routine-inspired getup.Travers said he hopes his outfits teach kids it’s okay to laugh at yourself, to be confident, and not worry so much about what other people think."If there’s one impression I hope to leave on this world, it’s a positive one, especially on kids. Children are our future, and I want them to see that it’s okay to laugh at yourself, be confident in who you are, and not worry so much about what other people think," he said in a social media post. "If dressing a little crazy, painting my toenails, or making myself look silly can help a child smile, feel less nervous, or learn to carry themselves through life with humor and confidence, then I’d say I’ve accomplishe

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I wanted to run this review, because The Samurai and the Prisoner opened this past week at the AMC Parks at Arlington but is only showing once per day. Unless you’re willing to make the long trek down I-30 to the Texas Theatre, that’s the only place you will be able to see this Japanese […] The post Samurai and the Prisoner: Seasons of Murder appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.

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When the news hit that Don Nelson had died on Sunday at the age of 86, I realized I had three options: find the nearest bar and spend the afternoon playing shuffleboard, sip a nice port, or write about what he meant to basketball both in and out of Dallas. I’ll do the first two … Continued The post Farewell to Don Nelson, a Mavericks (and NBA) Iconoclast appeared first on D Magazine.

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One of the Dallas Cowboys' top defensive players is now one of the highest paid players at his position after he and the team agreed on a 3-year extension.Cowboys extend DT Quinnen WilliamsThe Dallas Cowboys and defensive tackle Quinnen Williams have agreed to a 3-year contract extension that makes him one of the NFL's highest paid defensive linemen.The reported contract is worth $105.9 million over the three years, and includes $101 million in guarantees.Including the remaining money and years on Williams' previous contract, he is now signed for five total years at $153.15 million.Williams' $35.3 million annual average salary is second on the Cowboys' roster only to QB Dak Prescott.Dallas acquired Williams from the New York Jets last November for a first-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft, a 2026 second-round pick, and defensive lineman Mazi Smith.Williams was named to the 2025 Pro Bowl after his midseason trade to Dallas, where he posted 1.5 sacks, 21 combined tackles and 3 tackles for

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When the news hit that Don Nelson had died on Sunday at the age of 86, I realized I had three options: find the nearest bar and spend the afternoon playing shuffleboard, sip a nice port, or write about what he meant to basketball both in and out of Dallas. I’ll do the first two … Continued The post Farewell to Don Nelson, a Mavericks (and NBA) Iconoclast appeared first on D Magazine.

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The Dallas Stars have taken another step towards building their future home in Plano, hiring a firm to lead the proposed arena's design.Stars hire arena design firmThe Dallas Stars have selected HNTB as the lead design firm for their planned new arena in Plano, the team announced on Monday.HNTB will lead the work on the arena, which the team is planning to be the centerpiece of a mixed-use business district at the current site of the Shops at Willow Bend Mall off of the Dallas North Tollway.The firm has previously worked with NFL and NBA teams, including the San Francisco 49ers, Las Vegas Raiders and Milwaukee Bucks, to build those franchises' new arenas."We are thrilled to officially announce the selection of HNTB," said Tom Gaglardi, Dallas Stars owner, governor and chairman. "The wealth of experience and knowledge that their team brings to the table will allow us to create the best arena in the NHL. Many of the premier facilities in professional and collegiate sports were designed b

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CyrusOne John Hatem, CEO John Hatem has been appointed CEO of data center developer CyrusOne. Since joining CyrusOne in 2011, Hatem’s held multiple leadership roles with the company, and most recently served as president. His tenure with the Dallas-based company has involved strengthening operations and executing strategy. In his new role, Hatem will continue to structure … Continued The post CyrusOne, HTeaO, and More Appoint New CEOs appeared first on D Magazine.

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The Dallas Stars have taken another step towards building their future home in Plano, hiring a firm to lead the proposed arena's design.Stars hire arena design firmThe Dallas Stars have selected HNTB as the lead design firm for their planned new arena in Plano, the team announced on Monday.HNTB will lead the work on the arena, which the team is planning to be the centerpiece of a mixed-use business district at the current site of the Shops at Willow Bend Mall off of the Dallas North Tollway.The firm has previously worked with NFL and NBA teams, including the San Francisco 49ers, Las Vegas Raiders and Milwaukee Bucks, to build those franchises' new arenas."We are thrilled to officially announce the selection of HNTB," said Tom Gaglardi, Dallas Stars owner, governor and chairman. "The wealth of experience and knowledge that their team brings to the table will allow us to create the best arena in the NHL. Many of the premier facilities in professional and collegiate sports were designed b

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Dallas could install billboards in city parks as a way to generate money.Last week, city council members on the Parks, Trails, and the Environment committee were briefed on revenue opportunities related to advertising signage.It was part of an ongoing series of briefings exploring new ways to generate revenue so that Dallas can continue improving park and recreation services without relying so heavily on the general fund. The park billboards would be placed near park entrances or along the perimeter facing outward so that they are visible to traffic on nearby roadways rather than park visitors.They would also be custom designed to complement the park’s character and potentially offer additional shade or seating as part of the structure.City staff estimates 10 billboards placed in approved locations could generate up to $10 million per year for the park system. "Not breaking any news here. Obviously, we’re entering a time of challenging budgets. And so, therefore, in the park system we’

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Dallas police gave an update on Monday on two different officer-involved shootings that happened last week. The department released dash and body camera video, as well as 911 calls for both incidents during a 4 p.m. news conference. While no suspects or officers were hit in either case, one of the incidents involved a very close call for an undercover officer who was shot at by a fellow officer.Chief Daniel Comeaux admitted his officers are not perfect and said he's thankful no one was hurt.Robbery and CarjackingThe first officer-involved shooting incident stemmed from an armed robbery of a Porsche Cayenne on Sunnyvale Street, which is in the Cedar Crest area of Dallas.Security video from a nearby business shows the suspect, later identified as 39-year-old Renard McFadden, getting into the vehicle. The victim said her 9-year-old daughter was inside at the time and the suspect ordered her out.After McFadden drove off in the vehicle, the victim was able to provide police with real-time l

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CyrusOne John Hatem, CEO John Hatem has been appointed CEO of data center developer CyrusOne. Since joining CyrusOne in 2011, Hatem’s held multiple leadership roles with the company, and most recently served as president. His tenure with the Dallas-based company has involved strengthening operations and executing strategy. In his new role, Hatem will continue to structure … Continued The post CyrusOne, HTeaO, and More Appoint New CEOs appeared first on D Magazine.

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