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DFW news for Wednesday, June 24: Word Wrangler: June 24, 2026; Influencer Jake Lang released on bond, ordered to leave Texas within 24 hours; and Missing: Rickey Kinney; the latest from across Dallas-Fort Worth, curated from the best DFW sources.

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Rickey Kinney is missing. The outsider artist and electronic musician called Fort Worth home in the late 2000s through late 2010s, composing, performing, and releasing electronic music under the nom de guerre Squanto, as well as producing music videos for local bands like Oil Boom and Son of Stan. Around 2019, he decided to give the West Coast […] The post Missing: Rickey Kinney appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.

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A hit-and-run in Corinth early Tuesday morning left a pedestrian dead and police searching for a suspect.The fatal accident occurred at around 2:50 a.m. on Tuesday, June 23 in the 4900 block of I-35E on the northbound side of the highway.Corinth Police say a driver hit a pedestrian, who later died.The crash caused significant traffic delays as first responders worked to manage the scene.Officials have not determined the name of the suspect or the circumstances that led to the accident.Corinth Police are asking anyone with information or dash camera footage to contact Officer Craig Barnhart at (940) 279-1514 or craig.barnhart@corinthtx.gov.

Corinth hit-and-run leaves pedestrian dead — FOX 4 Dallas

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Rickey Kinney is missing. The outsider artist and electronic musician called Fort Worth home in the late 2000s through late 2010s, composing, performing, and releasing electronic music under the nom de guerre Squanto, as well as producing music videos for local bands like Oil Boom and Son of Stan. Around 2019, he decided to give the West Coast […] The post Missing: Rickey Kinney appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.

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Thinking about modifying your physical appearance is a major step that requires careful thought and planning. Many individuals look into different options to boost their self-esteem or address particular physical traits. Understanding the process can help you make a smart decision. Modern medical advancements have made specialized procedures safer and far more accessible than ever […] The post Exploring the World of Cosmetic Surgery: What You Need to Know appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.

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The modern adult desk has changed. Somewhere between the laptop, the coffee mug, and the plant that is technically still alive, there is often a tiny superhero, a cartoon character, or a plastic reminder of a show someone has watched more times than they would admit in public. Except now, they probably would admit it […] The post Why Adults Are Collecting Toys Again appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.

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There is an economic squeeze happening, everything costs more. For the jobs that are out there, increase competition. In the industry where summer jobs are normally big, people aren't spending as much and employers are hiring less. Summer job market for teensFor teens and young adults hoping to find work, it has been anything but a walk in the park."It was the most frustrating thing I’ve had to deal with applying to hundreds if not thousands of applications for internships or just finding a respectable salary. It was just terrible," said Lukas Lindestaf, experiencing a hard time trying to find a job.Labor analyst, Parag Amin, believes it starts with inflation."It is the toughest labor market for teens and summer jobs since 1948," said Amin. "As a result of that, adults staying in the workplace longer adults taking jobs that traditionally many teens would perform, including lower-paying jobs like working in retail or working in fast food."Inflation, automation changing entry-level jobsN

Texas students pivot to gig platforms amid historically brutal summer job market — FOX 4 Dallas
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Looking for a vibrant spot to catch the remainder of the FIFA World Cup matches? Klyde Warren Park in downtown Dallas is airing a packed lineup of games on its signature giant outdoor screen.Admission to the park is free. Throughout the tournament, attendees can enjoy food trucks, on-site dining, live music, fitness classes and family-friendly activities alongside the broadcasted matches.The upcoming game schedule through the end of the week includes the following matchups (all times CDT):Tuesday, June 23Noon: Portugal vs. Uzbekistan3 p.m.: England vs. Ghana6 p.m.: Panama vs. CroatiaWednesday, June 242 p.m.: Switzerland vs. Canada5 p.m.: Scotland vs. Brazil8 p.m.: Czechia vs. MexicoThursday, June 253 p.m.: Ecuador vs. Germany6 p.m.: Japan vs. SwedenFriday, June 262 p.m.: Norway vs. France7 p.m.: Uruguay vs. SpainSaturday, June 274 p.m.: Panama vs. England6:30 p.m.: Colombia vs. PortugalWhere is Klyde Warren Park?Klyde Warren Park is located over the recessed freeway at 2012 Woodall Rod

Where to watch the World Cup in Dallas: Klyde Warren Park hosts free screenings — FOX 4 Dallas
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The Mavs added Morez Johnson Jr. from Michigan to their future on Tuesday night, selecting a Michigan player to reunite with Dusty May as he prepares to become the head coach in Dallas.2026 NBA Draft live updates10:26 p.m.: Mavs trade 30th pick to SunsIt turns out the Mavs won't be making a second first-round selection in this year's NBA Draft.NBA insiders are reporting the team has traded the selection to the Phoenix Suns, who will select Arizona's Koa Peat.The Mavs receive the No. 47 pick in this year's NBA Draft, as well as two future second-round picks, in exchange for the 30th overall selection.9:40 p.m.: Morez Johnson Jr. ready to workThe Mavericks released a short video with newly drafted Morez Johnson Jr., who appears excited to get to work in Dallas.8:40 p.m.: The Big German makes an appearance.With the No. 14 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Charlotte Hornets selected Hannes Steinbach from Washington.ESPN attempted to play Steinbach a prerecorded message from Mavs legend Dirk

2026 NBA Draft: Mavs select Michigan's Morez Johnson Jr. with No. 9 pick — FOX 4 Dallas

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It’s been known for months that there are errors in the curriculum, but now we’re learning it’ll cost millions of taxpayer dollars to fix. Millions in taxpayer dollars to fund curriculum updatesMore than $8 million of taxpayer money will be spent to fix thousands of errors related to the Texas education agency’s controversial bluebonnet curriculum, according to a contract provided to FOX 4 by the state board of education’s Vice Chair Pam Little. "I just think that this is a cost that we really didn’t need to have," said Little. "My background is educational publishing and never have I ever seen a program come with this many errors."The Texas state legislature approved the curriculum in 2023. It drew criticism because parts of the curriculum incorporate lessons drawn from bible stories.Thousands of typos and copyright issues uncoveredIt’s not required to learn in all Texas school districts, but it’s incentivized as districts get $60 per student. Roughly a quarter of Texas school distric

Texas to spend $8 million to fix errors in controversial Bluebonnet curriculum in school — FOX 4 Dallas
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In the fall of 1997, Cesar Chavez Learning Center opened in East Dallas, roughly four years after the man it is named after died. This week, the Dallas ISD Board of Trustees will vote to change the school’s name and revise the processes for naming and renaming schools. The discussion on the former became necessary … Continued The post A New Name for Cesar Chavez Learning Center appeared first on D Magazine.

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Dallas police have released more details about the shocking murder of a woman whose body was found frozen and stuffed in a freezer.Kendrick Brown, 51, was arrested last week for 27-year-old Maria Murray’s death. A newly released arrest warrant affidavit indicates the two were in a romantic relationship plagued by violence.Woman found in freezer of abandoned homeMurray’s body was found on May 10 inside the freezer of an abandoned home in the 1400 block of Georgia Avenue, which is in East Oak Cliff.The house is located near the Illinois Avenue DART Station. Neighbors described it as a frequent site for drug activity with people coming and going all day and night.According to court documents, several of those people reached out to detectives with tips.The affidavit states that a neighbor called 911 on May 10 to report that a lot of people were leaving the vacant residence, saying there was a body in a freezer. The responding officers located the freezer and the body in a master bedroom.Th

Dallas woman stabbed in the head, body stuffed in master bedroom freezer, affidavit says — FOX 4 Dallas
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Arcosa, a Dallas-based provider of construction and engineering infrastructure, has been acquired by industry rival CRH for $8.5 billion. Under the deal, CRH, a building materials provider headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, will acquire 100 percent of Arcosa for $150 per share, a premium to Arcosa’s closing price before the acquisition, which was $135.84 per share. … Continued The post Dallas-based Arcosa Acquired by Rival CRH for $8.5 Billion appeared first on D Magazine.

Dallas-based Arcosa Acquired by Rival CRH for $8.5 Billion — D Magazine
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At Oxenfree Stonebriar, that evolution takes shape through thoughtfully designed townhomes that blend the scale of a single-family home with the ease of a rental community. Now leasing and move-in ready, Oxenfree Stonebriar introduces a new standard for modern living in North Texas, one rooted in space, design, and the kind of everyday functionality that … Continued The post A New Approach to Townhome Living at Oxenfree Stonebriar appeared first on D Magazine.

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