Southwest Airlines will lay off 1,750 employees at its Dallas headquarters for the first time in its history. DALLAS — For the first time in its 53-year history, Southwest Airlines announced it will lay off hundreds of workers at its Dallas headquarters. On Monday, the airline revealed it will cut 1,750 jobs at its Dallas…… MORE
Image Courtesy of WFAA FORT WORTH, Texas — The Fort Worth Independent School District (FWISD) Board of Trustees has voted to name Dr. Karen Molinar as the sole finalist for the district’s permanent superintendent position. This decision comes more than four months after Dr. Angelica Ramsey resigned from the role in October, a move that…… MORE
The company made the announcement it would shut down the flagship Tuesday. DALLAS — The iconic Neiman Marcus flagship store, a cornerstone of downtown Dallas since 1914, will close permanently on March 31, marking the end of an era in Texas retail history. The closure of the 1618 Main Street location represents more than just…… MORE
Many experts are skeptical the grid would see as much demand growth as ERCOT predicts. On Thursday, Texas’ grid operator forecasted that the state’s rising demand for electricity could outpace its available supply by the summer of 2026. In a report detailing supply and demand projections for the next five years, the Electric Reliability Council…… MORE
PLANO, Texas – KFC is the latest company to establish a presence in North Texas. What we know: KFC will transfer its 100 corporate office employees from Louisville, Kentucky, to the shared KFC and Pizza Hut headquarters in Plano. The relocation is expected to occur over the next six months. Additionally, 90 U.S.-based remote employees…… MORE
(Dallas) WBAY/KLIF – TxDot is closing managed express lanes in Texas with a fierce winter storm blowing in late this afternoon. Txdot is asking metroplex drivers to plan ahead for the evening commute with potential for rain that could transition to freezing rain or sleet overnight, or, just freeze on roads after coming down. WFAA-TV…… MORE
AUSTIN, Texas – A recent poll reveals that most Texans were satisfied with how the 2024 elections were conducted. However, the survey also indicates significant support for proposed election reforms, including a measure that would require proof of citizenship to register to vote. In response to these concerns, Sen. Bryan Hughes (R-Mineola) has introduced Senate…… MORE
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is reportedly attempting to gain access to sensitive taxpayer data maintained by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), raising concerns among lawmakers and privacy advocates. According to the Associated Press, Musk’s agency could potentially access millions of taxpayer files, including bank records and other confidential financial documents. Efforts to…… MORE
DALLAS – The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Warning for North and Central Texas, in effect from 9 p.m. Tuesday until 9 p.m. Thursday. With wind chills expected to plummet as low as -8°F, residents should prepare for dangerously cold conditions that could lead to hypothermia, frostbite, or even life-threatening situations with…… MORE
DALLAS – In a historic move, Southwest Airlines has announced plans to reduce its corporate workforce by 15%, eliminating nearly 2,000 jobs. This marks the first mass layoff in the Dallas-based airline’s 53-year history. Key Details of the Workforce Reduction The restructuring will impact approximately 1,750 corporate and leadership positions, with a primary focus on…… MORE
