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Judge sentences Kreli Haynes to 30 years in Williamson County fentanyl murder casewww.kvue.com
Haynes was found guilty April 10 of selling a fake fentanyl-laced pill to 16-year-old Zarek McMeekin, who died of fentanyl poisoning in 2023.
Harker Heights launches yard of the month program to boost neighborhood pridewww.kcentv.com
Harker Heights launches a new program to recognize residents who keep their yards clean and inviting, with monthly winners set to be announced starting in May.
ExxonMobil plans major carbon storage project in Southeast Texaswww.12newsnow.com
ExxonMobil plans a carbon capture project in Southeast Texas, pending state approval, aiming to store CO2 underground across 25,000 acres safely.
UTEP hosts job fair for opportunities in the education fieldkvia.com
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- School districts and education employers are recruiting at Friday's education job fair at the University of Texas at El Paso, the school said. The job fair ends at 2 p.m.
Denton PD: Man shoots, kills himself during traffic stop Tuesday afternoonwww.wfaa.com
Police say detectives were trying to serve the man a search warrant, but the man reportedly shot himself before they could approach his vehicle.
One person is dead after a shooting in South Dallas, officials saywww.wfaa.com
Officers responded to the 1800 block of Park Row just before 2:20 a.m. where they found a person had been shot. DALLAS — One person is dead after a shooting in South Dallas, officials say.
Dallas tops list of worst cities for holiday travel - Spectrum News
Dallas tops list of worst cities for holiday travel Spectrum News
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Violent disturbance shuts down W Wheatland Rd in Southwest this afternoon
A violent disturbance has drawn a heavy police response near 7000 W Wheatland Rd in Oak Cliff (Southwest), reported Friday, April 17 at 12:48.
- This was logged as a violent disturbance — not a noise complaint.
- Happening in Oak Cliff — if you live, work, or commute here, stay alert.
- Classified as a high-priority call — expect a heavy police presence.
Source: Dallas PD
The Silent Surge: Head and Neck Cancers Are Hitting Younger People Than Ever
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-Head and neck cancers are on the rise, and this increase is happening even among younger people. A lot of people still think of these cancers as being linked to smoking, but that is not the whole story anymore. We are joined by Dr.
Source: kvia.com
Hale County man who impregnated juvenile pleads guilty
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of April 17, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- Petersburg resident Jose Perez-Jimenez, 30, pleaded guilty in an open plea in court Friday morning on Sex Assault of a Child Charges, a 2nd degree felony with a punishment range of…
Source: everythinglubbock.com
Police activity near N Central Serv Sb in North Central
Police activity is picking up near 13400 N Central Serv Sb in Downtown Dallas (North Central) (Friday, April 17 at 10:47). Officers are on scene now — not classified as an emergency, but worth knowing if you live on the block.
- Happening in Downtown Dallas — if you live, work, or commute here, stay alert.
- Stay aware of your surroundings if you are in the area.
Source: Dallas PD
Major crash near E Northwest Hwy — expect delays in Northeast
A major crash is blocking the road near 9800 E Northwest Hwy in Lakewood (Northeast) (Friday, April 17 at 13:30). Injuries are involved, and traffic is going to be tangled in every direction for a while.
- Injuries are reported, so tow and EMS will tie up the scene before the road reopens.
- Happening in Lakewood — if you live, work, or commute here, stay alert.
- Classified as a high-priority call — expect a heavy police presence.
Source: Dallas PD
Fire crews responding to undefined W Illinois Ave / S Zang Blvd in Southwest
Fire crews are working a call near undefined W Illinois Ave / S Zang Blvd in Oak Cliff (Southwest) (Friday, April 17 at 13:35). Expect smoke, road closures, and a lot of apparatus in the area — give them room.
- Fire crews need the full lane — do not stop to film, you will block an engine.
- Happening in Oak Cliff — if you live, work, or commute here, stay alert.
- Classified as a high-priority call — expect a heavy police presence.
Source: Dallas PD
Police activity near W Northwest Hwy in Northwest
Police activity is picking up near 2200 W Northwest Hwy in Oak Lawn (Northwest) (Friday, April 17 at 13:35). Officers are on scene now — not classified as an emergency, but worth knowing if you live on the block.
- Happening in Oak Lawn — if you live, work, or commute here, stay alert.
- Classified as a high-priority call — expect a heavy police presence.
- Stay aware of your surroundings if you are in the area.
Source: Dallas PD
Major crash near undefined John W Carpenter Fwy Nb / W Mockingbird Ln — expect delays in Northwest
A major crash is blocking the road near undefined John W Carpenter Fwy Nb / W Mockingbird Ln in Oak Lawn (Northwest) (Friday, April 17 at 13:36). Injuries are involved, and traffic is going to be tangled in every direction for a while.
- Injuries are reported, so tow and EMS will tie up the scene before the road reopens.
- Happening in Oak Lawn — if you live, work, or commute here, stay alert.
- Classified as a high-priority call — expect a heavy police presence.
Source: Dallas PD