Dallas

$98.65 Million Awarded to Family of Man Killed by Dallas Officer in Tragic Home Mistake

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Dallas, Texas — In a notable lawsuit culmination, a federal jury awarded $98.65 million to the family of Botham Jean, a 26-year-old Dallas man fatally shot by off-duty police officer Amber Guyger in 2018 after she mistakenly entered his apartment, believing it to be her own. Guyger, who was dismissed from the Dallas Police Department shortly after the incident, was found guilty of murder and sentenced to 10 years in prison. Her recent bid for parole was denied. Throughout the trial and subsequent legal proceedings, the circumstances surrounding Jean’s death have stirred widespread discussions on … Read more

Judge Puts Brakes on Pepper Square Redevelopment Over Zoning Notice Flaws, Dallas Residents Relieved

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Dallas, TX – A local judge has issued a temporary injunction that halts the Dallas City Council’s upcoming vote on a rezoning proposal for the Pepper Square shopping center. Judge Martin Hoffman of the 68th District Court in Dallas ruled that the rezoning vote will be postponed until the developer complies with the city’s regulations for public notification signs. The injunction came after the Save Pepper Square Neighborhood Association brought a lawsuit alleging that Henry S. Miller, the developer, had not adhered to the city’s sign posting ordinance. This city rule mandates that landowners seeking … Read more

Dallas Cowboys’ Offseason Drama: Key Updates on CeeDee Lamb, Dak Prescott, and Micah Parsons

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Dallas, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys, one of the most closely watched franchises in the NFL, faces a flurry of pivotal developments this offseason that could shape the team’s future. High on the agenda are key contract negotiations, legal battles, and persistent retirement rumors that have kept fans and analysts on the edge of their seats. Starting with standout wide receiver CeeDee Lamb, who has rapidly become a cornerstone of the franchise, the Cowboys are reportedly very keen on securing his talents for the long term. Lamb, known for his explosive plays and agility, is … Read more

Trial Looms for Former Dallas Deputy in Unusual DWI Case Where She Tested Below the Legal Limit

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Dallas, TX – Jury selection is set to commence next Tuesday for a former Dallas County Sheriff’s Deputy entangled in a legal battle following a 2021 DWI arrest. Despite recording a blood alcohol concentration below Texas’s legal limit, the deputy was terminated from her position, sparking controversy and debate over the circumstances of her firing and the subsequent criminal charges. The case surfaces in a landscape where law enforcement officers are scrutinized for both on-duty and off-duty conduct, especially related to substance use. The former deputy, whose name has not been disclosed due to the … Read more