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Texas Supreme Court Weighs Liability of Power Providers in 2021 Winter Storm Blackouts

Texas Supreme Court Weighs Liability of Power Providers in 2021 Winter Storm Blackouts

AUSTIN, Texas – The Texas Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday to determine whether electric power providers can be held liable for blackouts during the 2021 winter storm—outages that were mandated by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), the agency overseeing the state’s power grid. The storm, one of the deadliest in Texas history, resulted…MORE

Lawsuit Threatens Protections for People with Disabilities

Lawsuit Threatens Protections for People with Disabilities

AUSTIN, Texas – A lawsuit filed by the attorneys general of Texas and 16 other states has raised concerns that critical federal protections for people with disabilities may be at risk. Advocates fear that a key law, which prevents discrimination against individuals with disabilities, could soon be undermined. Texas vs. BecerraIn September 2024, Texas, along…MORE

Delta Air Lines Offers $30,000 to Passengers After Fiery Crash-Landing in Toronto

Delta Air Lines Offers $30,000 to Passengers After Fiery Crash-Landing in Toronto

ATLANTA – Delta Air Lines is providing $30,000 in compensation to each passenger who survived a harrowing crash-landing in Toronto on Monday, during which the aircraft burst into flames and flipped upside down. “Delta Care Team representatives are informing customers that this gesture comes with no strings attached and does not affect their legal rights,”…MORE

Driver Surrenders After Fatal Hit-and-Run That Killed 6-Year-Old in North Dallas

Driver Surrenders After Fatal Hit-and-Run That Killed 6-Year-Old in North Dallas

Photo courtesy Fox 4 News DALLAS – The driver suspected in a hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of a 6-year-old girl in Far North Dallas has surrendered to authorities, admitting his involvement in the tragic incident. The victim, identified as Destiny Wright, had slipped out of her home late Sunday night before being struck…MORE

Fort Worth Parents Voice Concerns Over Potential School Closures

Fort Worth Parents Voice Concerns Over Potential School Closures

Photo Courtesy Fox 4 News FORT WORTH, Texas – Concerned parents filled the pews of Arlington Heights Methodist Church on Wednesday night, seeking clarity on the future of Fort Worth ISD schools amid discussions of potential closures. District leaders emphasized that no final decisions have been made, urging families to remain patient as the process…MORE

Elon Musk’s Government Efficiency Agency Seeks Access to Sensitive IRS Data

Elon Musk’s Government Efficiency Agency Seeks Access to Sensitive IRS Data

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

Extreme Cold Warning Issued for North and Central Texas: What You Need to Know

Extreme Cold Warning Issued for North and Central Texas: What You Need to Know

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

Southwest Airlines Announces First-Ever Workforce Reduction, Cutting 15% of Corporate Jobs

Southwest Airlines Announces First-Ever Workforce Reduction, Cutting 15% of Corporate Jobs

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