Podcasts about Dallas County

In today's report, the State Fair of Texas names its Big Tex Choice Awards winners, Dallas police plan to keep Flock camera data for one year, and the Mavericks and Stars settle their American Airlines Center dispute. Plus, staffer Joe Snell introduces us to the man leading the team of investigators who responds to every unattended, suspicious and unexplained death in Dallas County. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's report, we've got triple-digit heat in North Texas, upcoming political protests at the Republican midterm convention, the memorial for Tom Luce and a federal lawsuit involving Dallas County jail mail policies. And, with elections three months away, staffer Joe Snell explains what a suspense list is, and how voters can check to see if they're on it. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Aquatics and Recreation Supervisor Ramona Dillinger as she talks about the Adel Family Aquatic Center wrapping up the 2026 season and previews Sunday’s annual Doggy Dip on the final day.

Plus, a proposed Dallas County property-tax increase for homelessness services is headed to the November ballot, the City of Fort Worth has agreed to pay a whopping settlement to the family of Atatiana Jefferson, rescuers have brought in heavy equipment like cranes and dozers along with sniffer dogs in the frantic search for survivors in the rubble left by Monday's Columbia earthquake, and more!

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Perry Superintendent Tom Ryherd as he discusses a new policy allowing eighth grade students to compete with high school varsity programs and gives back-to-school reminders.

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Community Health Educator Natalie Del Vecchio as she discusses how food-borne illness outbreaks are monitored, symptoms of cyclospora and what to do if residents think they were infected, the benefits

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Community Health Educator Natalie Del Vecchio as she discusses back-to-school prep, including transitioning into the school routine, healthy lunch and snack ideas, recognizing back-to-school anxiety and gives an update on

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Perry Chamber Executive Director Lynsi Pasutti as she highlights today’s 5th Annual Golf Outing, reminds residents of increased traffic during this weekend’s Highway 141 garage sales and encourages them to

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Perry City Administrator Sven Peterson as he gives updates on the downtown and Soumas Avenue construction projects and reminds residents to be aware of increased traffic this weekend during the

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Dallas County Planning & Development Director Dave Hockett as he discusses the process behind the County updating its long-range Comprehensive Plan, which serves as a 20-year roadmap for land use,

A Dallas County jury hit freight broker C.H. Robinson with a share of a $604 million verdict in Peyton Lipe et al. v. Lupus Superior, LLC et al. The case stems from a deadly 2021 crash on Interstate 20 in Mississippi. A tractor-trailer operated by Lupus Superior and driven by Gorgonio Gonzalez plowed into stopped traffic. The wreck sparked a multi-vehicle fire that killed Jennifer Lipe, Benjamin Brewer, and Rhoderick Coleman. Two others were seriously hurt. Gonzalez also died.The jury found the driver, the motor carrier, and C.H. Robinson all negligent. The jury assigned Gonzalez with 45% responsibility, Lupus Superior with 32% responsibility, and C.H. Robinson 23% responsibility. Lupus Superior, a Grand Prairie, TX based motor carrier, holds a satisfactory safety rating with the FMCSA. More importantly, the jurors decided Gonzalez was acting as a “borrowed employee” of C.H. Robinson and was carrying out a mission under the broker's control. That finding opens the door to full vicarious liability for the driver's negligence. C.H. Robinson has said it will appeal in its first public statement. This program is brought to you by DAT Freight & Analytics. Since 1978, DAT has helped truckers & brokers discover more available loads. Whether you're heading home or looking for your next adventure, DAT is building the most trusted marketplace in freight. New users of DAT can save 10% off for the first 12 months by following the link below. Built on the latest technology, DAT One gives you control over every aspect of moving freight, so that you can run your business with speed & efficiency.This program is also brought to you by our newest sponsor, GenLogs. GenLogs is setting a new standard of care for freight intelligence. Book your demo for GenLogs today at www.genlogs.io today!

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features the Adel Partners Chamber President Erin Milroy as she shares all of the details as the 47th Annual Sweet Corn Festival returns this weekend.

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Adel Library Programming Specialist Lily Schwarz and Patron Services Librarian Amy Puck as they take a look back at the Summer Reading Program, cover all the activities coming up in

It's that time of the month again, note investors! Scott Carson is back with the official Texas Foreclosure Update for August 2026. Following July's massive 12% to 16% surge across Texas counties, are we seeing a continued wave of distressed properties—or is the market taking a breather? In this episode, Scott pulls back the curtain on the raw numbers, tracking over 4,200 scheduled residential and commercial foreclosure filings across North, South, East, West, and Central Texas. Whether you're targeting single-family homes in Harris County, commercial assets in DFW, or looking at rising trends in Williamson and Bell counties, this episode gives you the local intelligence you need to find true distressed real estate deals before everyone else! Detailed Episode HighlightsOverall Market Breakdown: Statewide foreclosure filings decreased from 4,754 in July to 4,215 total filings in August 2026—a temporary dip following a major quarterly spike. Residential vs. Commercial Totals: Out of the 4,215 filings, 3,765 are residential, while 450 are commercial assets across the state. Commercial Foreclosure Trends: Commercial filings fell 10% statewide (down 46 deals). Central Texas: Down to 134 filings (down 25). East Texas (Greater Houston): Up to 105 filings (up 14). North Texas (DFW): Down to 145 filings (down 11). South Texas: Down to 45 filings (down 25). West Texas: Steady at 21 filings (up 1). Top Texas Residential Counties Breakdown:Harris County (Houston): Leads the state with 651 filings (down ~25% from last month). Bexar County (San Antonio): 439 filings. Dallas County: 334 filings (down 63). Tarrant County (Fort Worth): 278 filings (down 34). Travis County (Austin): 135 filings (down 24). Bucking the Trend: Williamson County (up 13 to 108) and Bell County (up 12 to 99) both showed increases north of Austin. Data Tools & Discount: How to use the Roddy Foreclosure Listing Service (4closure.info) to track residential and commercial filings. Use promo code WECLOSENOTES to save $20 on your residential subscription. Next StepsTracking market trends is the key to finding off-market distressed debt, bank-owned properties, and high-profit wholesale deals! Want to learn how to capitalize on these Texas foreclosure filings without putting up big capital or dealing with tenants?

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Perry Chamber Executive Director Lynsi Pasutti as she recaps the Chamber Block Party on 2nd Street, gives a reminder about tonight’s July Sip & Shop along with a new summer

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Iowa State University Extension Field Agronomist Meaghan Anderson as she discusses the latest with the crops in central Iowa.

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features the Adel-DeSoto-Minburn Superintendent Greg Dufoe as he congratulates the ADM softball team on winning its first state title, discusses progress on the new high school project and looks ahead to

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Hometown Heritage President Bill Clark as he previews hosting a free documentary showing of “The Center Street Story… Urban Renewal Retrospective” at 4 p.m. tomorrow at The Perry Grand Theater.

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Perry Chamber Executive Director Lynsi Pasutti as she recaps Perry’s RAGBRAI stop on Tuesday, gives a reminder about tonight’s Chamber Block Party on 2nd Street, discusses a new summer shopping

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Community Health Educator Natalie Del Vecchio as she shares safety tips for attending the Iowa State Fair and gives back-to-school reminders during part two of a two part series.

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Community Health Educator Natalie Del Vecchio as she discusses biking and scooter safety and the link between agricultural contaminants in our water and cancer during part one of a two

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Perry Superintendent Tom Ryherd as he reflects on his first three weeks of his new role after starting on July 1 and discusses what he is looking forward about a

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Chris Cohea, marketing co-chair for Perry’s RAGBRAI committee, as he gives reminders of the route, entertainment, vendors and more as thousands of riders and support vehicles will be coming through

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features Perry Chamber Executive Director Lynsi Pasutti as she gives reminders about the route, vendors and entertainment as RAGBRAI will roll through town on July 21, previews the Chamber Block Party

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features part two of our conversation with Perry Parks and Recreation Director John Anderson, Assistant Recreation Director Becky Halling and Recreation Coordinator Marco Perla as they discuss numbers at the McCreary

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features part one of our conversation with Perry Parks and Recreation Director John Anderson and Aquatics Coordinator Ben Fleming as they discuss sprucing up the town and parks ahead of RAGBRAI

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As fleets adopt telematics, connected vehicles, AI, andelectrification, managing data is becoming a discipline of its own. Rather than expecting fleet managers to analyze multiple software platforms while overseeing day-to-day operations, some organizations are creating dedicatedfleet analytics roles to translate data into actionable decisions.In this edition of Automotive Fleet on the Move,Chris Brown speaks with Reed Jackson, fleet analyst for Dallas County, about how his newly created role supports the county's fleet strategy. Jackson discusses how telematics data is helping evaluate EV deployment, identify charging infrastructure needs, improve safety, and better understand vehicle utilization. He also explains why integrating data across fleetmanagement systems will become increasingly important as AI tools mature and fleets look to make faster, more informed decisions.  

Today's Let's Talk Dallas County program features County Youth Coordinator and Outreach Educator Annie Schlieman with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach serving Dallas County as she takes a look back at the 2026 Dallas County Fair,

Richardson has quietly become one of the most desirable cities in North Texas, but what makes it so special?In this episode, we take a deep dive into everything happening in Richardson, Texas. From the revitalization of Downtown Richardson and major tech expansions to its highly sought-after neighborhoods, diverse community, and strong housing market, we explain why Richardson continues to attract homeowners, businesses, and investors.Whether you're relocating to DFW, considering a move within the Metroplex, or simply curious about one of Dallas County's most established cities, this episode will give you an honest look at what it's really like to live here.Call or Text us ANYTIME 214-216-2161 or visit www.dallashomerealty.comTHIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: The Patrick Glaros Mortgage Team: (469) 399-2411 Republic Title: (972) 423-8777 Kyle Freire with TWFG Insurance: (954) 594-5347 And the Todd Tramonte Home Selling Team: (214) 216-2161

Dallas County has recorded more heat-related illness compared to the same time last year. In other news, a man who lost his wife and infant son in a recent natural gas explosion in Oak Cliff has sued Atmos Energy; Jeremy Theron Smith pleaded guilty to a single count of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon that was classified as a hate crime. According to the record, Smith conceded that his motive for the crime was his bias against Asian Americans; and a federal appeals court ruled Thursday that a community college and advocacy groups cannot reopen a lawsuit that ended the Texas Dream Act. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Several North Texas counties, including Dallas County, have reported or are investigating cases of cyclosporiasis, a diarrhea-inducing intestinal illness. In other news, former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland had stage 1 CTE when he died by suicide in November, according to an announcement from the Concussion and CTE Foundation on Tuesday; Texas' school voucher-like program promised students with disabilities up to $30,000 to pay for private schooling; and White Castle, the fast-food company known for its square-shaped sliders, is planning its second Texas restaurant in Fort Worth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on The Land Show, our host Jonathan Goode speaks with: Corey Hill, candidate for Alabama's Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries, joins us to discuss his qualifications and desire to win the office. Corey is a multi-generational farmer and business owner in Marshall County. https://coreyhillforalabama.com/  Katherine Roberston, candidate for Alabama's Attorney General, is on to discuss her campaign to become your new Attorney General. Katherine is from Dallas County, and comes from a long line of landowners and farmers in the Sardis community. https://www.katherineforag.com/  Alan Summerford, with Native Habitat Project, joins us to discuss some of his late spring and summer techniques for improving habitat for deer, turkey, and other wildlife on your property. Thanks to our generous sponsors that make it possible to bring you The Land Show every week: Alabama Ag Credit, Farm & Forest Brokers, First South Farm Credit, The Land Report, LandThink, and LandFlip. Subscribe to The Land Show, anywhere you get quality podcasts. If you like our content, please give us a positive review so others can find us as well. Farm & Forest Brokers is Setting the Standard in Alabama Land Sales. Call or text us today at 205-340-3946 to help with any of your land needs.

Jake Lang, a pardoned January 6th rioter, who has repeatedly tried to inflame racial tensions around the Karmelo Anthony case was arrested Tuesday and accused of making terroristic threats. In other news, high school students in Dallas ISD and across Texas posted gains on state standardized tests compared with last year; amid rising cost pressures, older Texans in or near retirement may start to receive smaller Social Security checks in less than seven years if Congress doesn't act sooner; Universal Kids Resort is opening its doors to local residents ahead of its official July 1 launch, offering a behind-the-scenes look; and with the World Cup kicking off today in Mexico and the first game in Dallas on Sunday, there's more to it than what happens on the field. From crowds to logistics, we're covering what North Texans actually need to know. Visit dallasnews.com/worldcup to learn more about fan events, matches and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

GTP host Steve Lowery is leading the conservation today with special guest Maxey Scherr, the founder of Scherr Law Firm in El Paso, Texas. They explore the complexities of an extraordinary case, Mendoza vs. Titan Transportation, where Maxey secured a verdict of over $16 million for her client, Ruben Ivan Mendoza.   Remember to rate and review GTP on Apple Podcasts: Click Here to Rate and Review   Case Details: The case revolved around a severe truck crash in Dallas County, Texas, where Ruben Mendoza, the driver of a pickup truck leased by Titan Transportation, was rear-ended by a truck owned by DSX Transportation. Despite the defense's attempts to frame Mendoza as an independent contractor, Maxey successfully proved that he was an employee in the course and scope of his employment, showcasing Titan's negligence in his lack of training and safety protocols. Scherr Law Firm secures an $11,005,000 settlement with three of four defendants named in a lawsuit and obtains a $16,857,276 verdict against the fourth remaining defendant in  their second trial. (Source)   Guest Bio: Maxey Scherr Maxey Scherr founded Scherr Law Firm in 2022. She has litigated over 40 jury trials resulting in multi-figure verdicts across the board. Her areas of expertise include trucking accidents, wrongful death claims, traumatic brain injuries, and catastrophic injuries. Ms. Scherr is a member of various boards and organizations and currently serves as the Co-Chair of the Women's Caucus and Board of Regents member with the ATAA, is on the Texas State Bar Committee on the Administration of the Rules of Evidence, is a member of the American Association for Justice and sits on the Women's Rights Commission for the City of El Paso. Through the years, Ms. Scherr's efforts have garnered many accolades. Most notably, Ms. Scherr is a "Super Lawyer," a "Top Ten Attorney," receives numerous "Litigator Awards" and has various National Law Journal Top 100 Verdicts. Ms. Scherr is licensed in Texas, New Mexico and Illinois and graduated from Texas Tech School of Law. She received her bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts-Boston with magna cum laude honors and undertook postgraduate work in Neuroscience at Harvard University. Read Full Bio   Links: Scherr Law Firm on Facebook: Scherr Law Firm Scherr Law Firm on LinkedIn: Scherr Law Firm Contact Scherr Law Firm: Scherr Law Firm Check out previous episodes and meet the GTP Team: Great Trials Podcast   Show Sponsors: Harris Lowry Manton LLP - hlmlawfirm.com   Free Resources: Stages Of A Jury Trial - Part 1 Stages Of A Jury Trial - Part 2

Are you ready to uncover the massive hidden real estate opportunities hitting the Lone Star State this June? Welcome back to The Note Closers Show! In this episode, we are diving deep into the freshly leaked June 2026 foreclosure data for Texas's biggest counties. After a significant dip last month, foreclosure filings are officially bouncing back, sparking an 11% swing and creating a prime playground for note investors, REO hunters, and private money lenders. Whether you are looking for subject-to deals or trying to deploy private capital, this monthly market breakdown is your ultimate roadmap to distress debt success.

The NASCAR community was stunned Thursday with the news of driver Kyle Busch's death at 41 years old. He won 20 races at Texas Motor Speedway.  In other news, nearly 14,000 Dallas County households don't have air-conditioning;  it's official, you can now fly American Airlines from DFW International Airport to Athens, Greece; and researchers at the American Museum of Natural History, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Southern Methodist University announced they have identified a school-bus-sized lizard that once prowled the seas above North Texas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Schefter and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss Rashee Rice's situation, the latest on AJ Brown's future, Aaron Rodgers' return to Pittsburgh, surprising scheduling quirks, and what Brendan Sorsby might go for in the supplemental draft. 0:00 Welcome 3:02 Rashee Rice rehabbing in a Dallas County jail 10:11 Latest on AJ Brown's future 13:57 Rodgers' return to the Steelers 18:55 News from the owners' meetings 24:46 Scheduling takeaways 30:02 Brendan Sorsby situation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chiefs Kingdom, we're done defending Rashee Rice. His NFL career in Kansas City has officially hit rock bottom. Last week: knee surgery. This week: a Dallas County jail cell. You cannot rehab a knee behind bars! With likely another massive suspension coming, he's a giant question mark for Week 1 against the Denver Broncos on Monday Night Football. To protect our AFC West dominance, it's time for the Chiefs to cut bait and find a replacement! #Chiefs #NFL #RasheeRiceSign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CHIEF2

This week on What In East Dallas Is Going On?!, Camille and Rich sit down with Kathleen M. LaValle, President and CEO of Dallas CASA, for a conversation that is emotional, eye opening, and incredibly important.For more than four decades, Dallas CASA has been standing up for some of the most vulnerable children in our community. Children who have experienced abuse, neglect, and uncertainty. Through the power of trained volunteer advocates, Dallas CASA helps give these children a voice and a chance at a safer, more stable future.Kathleen shares the history behind CASA, how the organization started, and the real impact these advocates are making every single day across Dallas County. Camille and Rich also talk with Kathleen about the child welfare system, the emotional realities many children face, and how ordinary people can step into extraordinary roles by becoming advocates.In 2025 alone, more than 1,100 volunteers helped advocate for over 2,300 children in protective care right here in Dallas.This is one of those conversations that stays with you. It is about community, humanity, and what can happen when people decide a child's story matters.https://www.dallascasa.org/Connect with us!  Instagram   -   Facebook   www.visiteastdallas.comPartner with us! connect@visiteastdallas.com

Plus, The fate of SB 4 is now in the hands of a federal judge in Austin, Governor Abbott has expanded his latest crime reduction initiative to include Dallas-Fort Worth, Dallas health officials want to ensure the healthiest environment here in North Texas for the World Cup, and more!

Damon West had it all, he was a Division I starting quarterback at North Texas, Wall Street stockbroker at UBS, a Congressional staffer who once worked for a presidential campaign. Then one hit of crystal meth in a UBS parking garage destroyed everything. Eighteen months later he was homeless, leading a burglary crew, dubbed "The Uptown Burglar" by Dallas police. A jury deliberated for 10 minutes before sentencing him to 65 years in a Texas maximum-security prison.This is the story of how he got out and how a Muslim career criminal named Muhammad in a Dallas County jail cell handed him the message that became a Wall Street Journal bestseller: "Be a coffee bean."In this episode, Damon West sits down with Chad Robichaux to walk through the entire journey: the moment meth hooked him on the first hit, the SWAT raid that "rescued" him, the brutal first two months on Building 7 with 432 lifers, the parole interview that turned on a single word, and the email he received from a victim, the fiancée of a Marine killed in Iraq, whose forgiveness set him free.If you've ever wondered whether rock bottom can become a foundation, this one is for you.GET DAMON'S BOOKS: https://damonwest.org/shop/- The Coffee Bean (with John Gordon) - Wall Street Journal bestseller, translated into 30+ languages: - Six Times in a Nickel - Damon's full memoir + life principlesSigned copies available to Patreon members, join now to enter the giveaway: https://patreon.com/TheResilientShowCONNECT WITH DAMON WESTWebsite: https://damonwest.orgGET CHAD'S NEW BOOKRiptide (Silent Horizon Series, Book 2) - pre-order now, releasing May 12: https://www.tyndale.com/p/riptide/9781496488756——Stay up-to-date with all things Resilient by subscribing to our Resilient Times Newsletter: https://resilienttimes.substack.comRESILIENT:Follow Us On Patreon: ⁠https://patreon.com/theresilientshowFollow Us On Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/resilientshowFollow Us On Twitter:⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/resilientshowFollow Us On TikTok:⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@resilientshowLIVE RESILIENT STORE:https://shop.theresilientshow.comFollow Chad: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/chadrobo_officialhttps://x.com/ChadRoboSPONSORS:GoldCo: https://chadlikesgold.comSmith & Wesson: ⁠⁠https://www.smith-wesson.com⁠⁠Vortex Optics: ⁠https://vortexoptics.com⁠Gatorz Eyewear: ⁠⁠https://www.gatorz.com⁠⁠Allied Wealth: ⁠https://alliedwealth.com⁠BioPro+: ⁠⁠https://www.bioproteintech.com/CHAD30⁠⁠BioXCellerator: ⁠https://www.bioxcellerator.com⁠SLNT: https://slnt.com------The Resilient Show is a proud supporter of military and first responder communities in partnership with ⁠Mighty Oaks Foundation⁠.

West Dallas residents along Singleton Boulevard have long pushed to reduce industrial sites in their neighborhood. Now the city is working with them to rezone the area. In other news, If you're a single 20- or 30-something in Dallas County, you need about $48,500 a year before taxes to cover basic needs, MIT's Living Wage Institute estimates; American Airlines Center officials have opened an internal investigation after a video emerged on social media Tuesday of Dallas Stars fans doing what appears to be the Nazi salute at a game in December; the size of ERCOT's large load interconnection requests soared by nearly 150 gigawatts to 410 gigawatts in just two weeks, a symptom of Texas becoming a hub for data centers and other high-tech industries; and the mother of Dallas police Officer Darron Burks has sued the parents of the man accused of killing him in late August 2024, along with a north Oak Cliff pawn shop she alleges sold the handgun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: There is much to detest about the Flock surveillance camera company and its odd utopianist founder as well as many reasons governments should not allow the private firm's cameras to be recording all of our movements. Why would anyone believe the firm takes seriously data privacy when it didn't even care enough to be properly licensed in Texas? Texas says Flock surveillance violated state law over licensing issue.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Oil and gas rig count falls despite high prices.Lieutenant Governor Patrick releases more charges to interim Senate committees.Perry's Steakhouse Ordered to Pay $21.2 Million for Tip Theft– and Mr. Perry himself is on the hook, no corporate veil protects. All business that involve tips should read this.Dallas County jury awards $1.1 billion in child abuse case against stepfather tied to early Humble Oil fortune.We remember the massacre of Texans at Goliad. For podcast listeners, here is Brian Burns' great song Goliad.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The U.S. Census Bureau has released new numbers and while Texas urban areas continue to grow, a bit slower, Dallas County actually lost residents. People, and businesses, keep choosing to move to the exurban areas over the Democrat dominated, and poorly run, core cities. “Among some of the largest metro areas, the fastest-growing counties tended to be on the outer edges, a pattern especially pronounced in Texas,” the Census Bureau reported today.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Texas House of Reps. leader, founder of the BurrowCrat coalition, Dustin Burrows released a very long list of interim study charges for House committees. He also created three new committees – and the unwieldy bureaucracy of the Texas House just grows and grows so that enough members get fancier titles and a little more budget money.Embattled Johnson County sheriff to be arrested for aggravated perjury in connection with sexual harassment allegations.Wichita Falls lawyer among those discipline by the Texas Bar.Fifth Circuit revives homebuilder's Sherman Act antitrust suit against Mansfield. Mansfield has acted as a monopoly outside its own city limits in the often abused extraterritorial jurisdiction.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.     www.PrattonTexas.com

In this episode of the Tyler Tech Podcast, John Warren, county clerk for Dallas County, Texas, shares how his office has modernized court operations at scale — moving from paper-based workflows to a digital, data-driven environment powered by automation and AI. Drawing on more than three decades in the court system, John reflects on the cultural and operational challenges of change, from earning staff buy-in to redesigning processes that were built for a paper world. He explains how digitization has expanded access to records, strengthened disaster recovery, and enabled staff to work more efficiently without compromising accuracy or accountability. The conversation explores how AI-assisted document processing, analytics, and online public access are helping the clerk's office manage growing caseloads, reduce backlogs, and improve the experience for judges, attorneys, and residents alike. John also shares practical advice for other government leaders, emphasizing the importance of learning from peers, focusing on outcomes, and treating modernization as a continuous journey rather than a one-time project. This episode offers a real-world look at how thoughtful adoption of technology can reduce friction, support employees, and create more resilient public sector operations — reinforcing Tyler's mission to help communities operate more effectively. This episode also spotlights Tyler Connect 2026, where innovation and collaboration take center stage. Taking place April 7-10 at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas. Connect brings together public sector professionals from across the country to explore new solutions, share ideas, and strengthen communities. It's a week dedicated to learning, connection, and imagining what's possible for the future of government technology. Explore registration details to start planning your Connect 2026 experience. Learn More and Register Now: Tyler Connect 2026 in Las Vegas Read: Let's Empower, Collaborate, and Imagine at Connect 2026! And learn more about the topics discussed in this episode with these resources: Download: AI for Impact: Proven Results for Government Download: Modern Governments Live in the Cloud Read: Dallas Increased Transparency and Access Read: 3 Key Takeaways From NACO's Annual Conference 2025 Read: Data Helps Dallas Manage E-Filing Growth Read: Data Enhances E-Filing Quality and Efficiency in Dallas Listen to other episodes of the podcast. Let us know what you think about the Tyler Tech Podcast in this survey!

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The Texas Democratic Senate primary between James Talarico and Jasmine Crockett is too close to call after a chaotic night of court rulings and polling site confusion in Dallas County. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem facing sharp questioning on Capitol Hill, including rare Republican criticism during a tense Senate Judiciary hearing. The conflict with Iran widening across the region as retaliatory strikes continue, and new polling shows most Americans are still unclear on the administration's objectives. A brutal bus stop stabbing in Virginia igniting a standoff between the state's Democratic governor and federal immigration officials over deporting the suspect.   Herald Group: Learn more at https://GuardYourCard.com   SelectQuote: Compare top‑rated life insurance options. Visit https://SelectQuote.com/megynto get the right coverage at the right price. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the quiet backroads of Dallas County, Missouri, investigators uncovered a nightmare hidden in plain sight. Cassidy Rainwater, a young woman whose search for stability led her to a remote cabin. What seemed at first like an isolated disappearance soon unraveled into something far darker. Disturbing digital evidence, cryptic messages, and chilling interviews revealed just how calculated and sinister the truth really was.Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com

Tuesday, February 17th, 2026Today, Minnesota says the FBI had formally refused to share evidence in the Alex Pretti murder; the DOJ has sent a letter to the Congress attempting to justify their redactions and withholdings of Epstein Files; a federal judge has ordered the restoration of Philadelphia slavery exhibits; sick detainees describe horrible conditions at a concentration camp operated by Core Civic; Nevada sex workers are pushing an historic fight to unionize; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, BoxieCatEnjoy 30% off with code DAILYBEANS at boxiecat.com/DAILYBEANSThank You, HoneyloveSave 20% Off Honeylove by going to honeylove.com/DAILYBEANS #honeylovepod  #sponsoredThe LatestAllison Gill and Katie Phang Discuss the Republican Surveillance StateStoriesKatherine Johnson - WikipediaFBI formally refuses to share evidence in Alex Pretti killing, Minnesota investigators say | CBS NewsJudge orders restoration of Philadelphia slavery exhibits | POLITICOUS Justice Department sends letter regarding Epstein files redactions to lawmakers, Politico reports | ReutersSick Detainees Describe Poor Care at CoreCivic ICE Facilities | The New York TimesSex workers at Nevada brothel fight for the first unionization | AP NewsGood TroubleFind out if there is a proposed ICE warehouse near you or someone you know and make noise about it. Go to your neighbors, your City Council, Post on social media - organize and oppose it. We have seen public pressure working and we can't let up.  https://www.beltway.news/p/map-all-23-industrial-warehouses Proposed ICE Warehouse Locations→How to Film ICE | WIRED→Standwithminnesota.com→Tell Congress Ice out Now | Indivisible→Defund ICE (UPDATED 1/21) - HOUSE VOTE THURSDAY→Congress: Divest From ICE and CBP | ACLU→ICE List  →iceout.org →Demand the Resignation of Stephen Miller | 5 Calls→2026 Trans Girl Scouts To Order Cookies From! | Erin in the MorningGood NewsBeans Talk audio -beans-talk.simplecast.comWarehouse owner won't sell Dallas County property to ICE for migrant detention centerMPFC_S02E06(ep.19) It's A Living "Election Night Special"Franse justitie gaat Epstein-dossiers uitkammen op zoek naar Franse verdachten | de Volkskrantppimpeachment.com  Find a Pet - Nevada Humane SocietyMeet a Real Axolotl in MarylandSee Dana on Tour - Dana Goldberg@dgcomedy - IG→Go To Good News & Good Trouble - The Daily Beans to Share YoursSubscribe to the MSW YouTube Channel - MSW Media - YouTubeOur Donation LinksPathways to Citizenship link to MATCH Allison's Donationhttps://crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonation?ApiKey=pub_86ff5236-dd26-11ec-b5ee-066e3d38bc77&WidgetId=6388736Allison is donating $20K to It Gets Better and inviting you to help match her donations. Your support makes this work possible, Daily Beans fam. Donate to It Gets Better / The Daily Beans FundraiserJoin Dana and The Daily Beans with a MATCHED Donation http://onecau.se/_ekes71More Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - Donate