DALLAS – State Senator Royce West has introduced a bill aimed at exempting day care facilities from property taxes, with the goal of reallocating the savings toward increasing worker salaries. Local Impact: Senator West has been dedicated to advancing initiatives for day care centers, continuing his efforts from the previous legislative session. This bill reflects…… MORE
Photo courtesy of Fox 4 News IRVING, Texas — A Historic Milestone for FOX 4 News FOX 4 News has taken a major step into the future, officially breaking ground on a cutting-edge television station in Irving’s prestigious Las Colinas community. Located on Royal Lane, the new two-story, 60,000-square-foot facility will feature a modern studio,…… MORE
Photo courtesy of Fox 4 News AUSTIN – Rep. Dustin Burrows (R-Lubbock) has been elected as the 77th Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives, securing bipartisan support in a pivotal vote on Tuesday. Burrows, a close ally of former House Speaker Dade Phelan, garnered an 85-55 victory over Rep. David Cook (R-Mansfield). The Lubbock…… MORE
Photo from Deposit Photos Hamas has agreed to a draft proposal for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, along with the release of dozens of hostages, according to two officials involved in the negotiations. The proposal represents a significant step forward in ongoing talks, although final approval will require endorsement by the Israeli Cabinet. Framework…… MORE
Photo from Deposit Photos McKINNEY, Texas – Plans to transform McKinney National Airport into a commercial hub took a significant step forward this week as the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission approved an expansion proposal. The ambitious project aims to establish commercial flight services in North Texas by late 2026, but funding challenges remain a…… MORE
Neuralink is a company founded by Musk to provide brain implants Image Courtesy of AP Elon Musk has confirmed that a third person has received an implant from his brain-computer interface company, Neuralink, which is working on groundbreaking technology to connect the human nervous system with machines. Speaking during an interview at a Las Vegas…… MORE
Who is eligible depends on several factors Photo Courtesy of AP Here’s who is eligible: In total, the IRS will distribute around $2.4 billion to approximately 1 million taxpayers by the end of January 2025. Payment Breakdown Eligibility Requirements: The IRS has published further details online for taxpayers who want to know more about their…… MORE
Photo courtesy of Dallas Morning News Morton’s The Steakhouse officially closed its doors in Dallas on December 31, 2024. This iconic restaurant, with nearly 40 years of history, first opened in Dallas’ West End in 1987 and relocated to Uptown 24 years later. Throughout its presence in Dallas, Morton’s earned a reputation as one of…… MORE
Image Courtesy of Fox 4 PROSPER, Texas – A former preschool teacher in Prosper has been sentenced to prison after four toddlers in her care ingested THC-infused gummies. Anisah Burks, who was employed at Primrose School of Prosper, pleaded guilty on December 6, 2023, to four counts of injury to a child and one count…… MORE
While adopting artificial intelligence (AI) may come with a learning curve—and skeptics argue it can sometimes be more trouble than it’s worth—the technology offers undeniable potential to help HR professionals save time and streamline operations. Identifying Problems AI Can SolvePetrina Thompson, HR lead at financial benefits company Brightside, encourages HR professionals to start by identifying…… MORE
