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Voters elect appraisal board members for the first time in Dallas, Tarrant, Denton counties
For the first time, Texas voters are directly choosing some of the people who will oversee the property tax appraisal process.
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May 4 Election Results: Dallas County
Election results for the May 4, 2024 election in Dallas County.
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Low-cost medical clinic in Southern Dallas County helping fill need
A new medical clinic in southern Dallas County is helping to meet a need in the community.
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New Dallas County medical clinic to help those in need
Some things in life are routine: going to the grocery store, filling up the car or going to the doctor for a check-up. When money is tight, those routine things can be a luxury. That’s why a new medical clinic in southern Dallas County is helping to meet a need in the community.
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Mistrial declared for man accused of stalking and killing his romantic rival
A Dallas County judge granted a mistrial Wednesday for a man accused of stalking and killing his romantic rival.
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‘This, thanks to you' Mother of murdered nurse faces alleged killer in court
Jorge Esparza pleaded not guilty in the August 2020 shooting death of Ricardo Medina-Madriz.
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Advisory Committee recommends new Dallas County jail
Discussion continues in Dallas County over the possibility of a new multi-billion dollar jail.
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New prison facility possibly coming to Dallas County
Dallas is moving ahead with plans for a new multi-billion dollar jail. The county’s current detention center, Lew Sterrett, is in poor condition, and an advisory committee has presented a report addressing concerns. Although commissioners agree a new facility is necessary, there are questions about the timeline and cost. NBC 5’s Candace Sweat has more.
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Accused murderer of Dallas nursing student claims anxiety attack during trial
A Dallas County murder trial got off to somewhat of a rocky start Tuesday, with the defendant claiming an anxiety attack. Jorge Esparza is accused of stalking and murdering a Dallas nurse he saw as his romantic rival. NBC 5’s Maria Guerrero has more.
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Teen dies after being struck by vehicle in Dallas County
A teen died after being struck by a vehicle while walking on the shoulder of a freeway in Dallas County on Monday evening.
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Proposal for some Dallas leaders' pay in question
The incoming chair of the Dallas County GOP intends to fight a proposal at city hall. The Charter Review Commission is looking into nearly doubling the pay for Dallas City Council and the mayor. NBC 5’s Phil Prazan looks into the issue.
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Students walk out of Wilmer-Hutchins High School
On the first day back to school after a shooting on campus, students walked out of Wilmer-Hutchins High School on Monday morning in an apparent act of protest.
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Trial expected to begin for Dallas anesthesiologist in IV tampering case
Jury selection is expected to begin Monday in the federal trial of an anesthesiologist charged with putting dangerous drugs into IV bags at a North Dallas surgery center.
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Dallas County officials break ground on new bio laboratory in Medical District
The new laboratory and research facility will provide the needed space to accommodate the growing needs of the Dallas County Health and Human Services Department.
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New Dallas County lab breaks ground
Dallas County officials broke ground on a new, three story laboratory that will help the health department grow to new heights and be more prepared for the next health emergency. NBC 5’s Alanna Quillen has the story.
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MacKenzie Scott doubles planned nonprofit gifts to $640M, gives $7M locally
Billionaire philanthropist and author MacKenzie Scott announced Tuesday she is giving $640 million to 361 small nonprofits including $7 million to four North Texas nonprofits.
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Sudden death of 7-year-old girl sparks investigation by Dallas Police
The Dallas Police Department is looking into the sudden death of a little girl who passed away early last week, days before her birthday.
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Affording a comfortable mortgage in Dallas: What homebuyers need to know
The dream of owning a home is becoming more elusive in North Texas, with buyers needing to earn an income of at least $121,398 to afford a mortgage comfortably.
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Driver identified after fatal hit-and-run along Central Expressway
A driver suspected in the hit-and-run death of a man whose body was found early Sunday morning along Central Expressway has been identified and is cooperating with investigators, Richardson Police say.
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Primary Election Results: Dallas County
See election results for races held in Dallas County during the March 5, 2024, primary. Results available after 7 p.m. Tuesday.