Texas data-center action week offers hearings and advocacy steps for Denton residents
Texans can testify at two Senate hearings this week or join remote briefings, with sessions covering tax exemptions, grid connections and local permits.
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DFW heat forecast: 102 Sunday, 103 Monday as triple digits spread
DFW highs are forecast to reach 102 Sunday and 103 Monday, with overnight lows near 81–82 and additional heat advisories likely during the week.
Lake Tawakoni fisherman reportedly rescued after more than three hours in water
The cause and life-jacket status remain unclear; TPWD directs boaters to equipment requirements, education and current safety guidance.
DFW heat advisory runs noon to 8 p.m. Sunday as index may reach 109
The advisory includes nine named DFW-area counties. NWS recommends moving strenuous activity to morning or evening and taking frequent breaks.
Paxton and Talarico face DFW questions over voting residence and Black outreach
Talarico cites outreach in DeSoto and DFW media, but no local spending amount is documented; Paxton’s Collin County residence question remains unadjudicated.
American’s first DFW Flagship check-in appears in $2.5 million state filing
The Terminal D facility is planned near the D30 security checkpoint, but neither the state filing nor American provides an exact opening date.
Hinojosa calls for Texas data-center pause as Abbott promotes project standards
For DFW communities, the debate leaves unanswered which projects a pause would cover and how protections involving costs, power and water would work.
DFW heat index may reach 116 Wednesday in updated forecast
The official county forecast separates air temperatures from heat-index values, with Kaufman County potentially feeling hottest at up to 116.
Dallas flood-relief teams deploy south: How North Texans can help
The Dallas-based response is headed to three cities. Volunteers need orientation, a background check and coordinator activation before deployment.
Worldwide caution: What DFW international travelers should check before departure
Travelers should confirm flights before heading to the airport, monitor embassy alerts and check whether affected bookings qualify for changes or refunds.
Dallas-Fort Worth gas prices rise about 25 cents in a week
Dallas averaged $3.611 a gallon and Fort Worth-Arlington $3.609 on July 20, both slightly above the statewide average.
DFW heat advisory runs noon to 8 p.m. as index may reach 108
Dallas, Tarrant, Denton and Collin counties are included, and heat advisories will likely remain possible through the end of the week.