Highland Park Reviews 2025 Crime Statistics
Highland Park's Department of Public Safety presented its 2025 Annual Report to Town Council, revealing mixed crime trends across the North Texas municipality.
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Ryan Mitchell grew up in San Antonio and graduated from UT Austin's journalism program. He covered the Texas Legislature for the Texas Tribune for three years before moving to Dallas. He brings a Texas lens to state and national stories, connecting how Austin and Washington affect North Dallas, what the delegation is doing, and why politics matters locally. He lives in Lakewood and believes Texas politics shapes everything.
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Behind the Scenes at the 2026 Oscars: Moments You Missed
From Kate Hudson at the lobby bar to Kieran Culkin's heartfelt comment, here are the unseen moments from the 98th Academy Awards ceremony.
Preston Hollow Crime Reports: Theft and Auto Theft
Preston Hollow crime reports for March 10-15 show stolen vehicles, thefts, and criminal trespass warnings topping Dallas Police Department records.
Best Pizza & Pie Deals for Pi Day 2026
Pi Day 2026 falls on a Saturday! Score pizza and pie deals from Blaze Pizza, 7-Eleven, BJ's, and more on March 14 for just $3.14.
McCulloch Middle School Principal Retiring After 6 Years
The principal of McCulloch Intermediate and Highland Park Middle School is retiring after six years leading one of HPISD's most prominent campuses.
Historic Billy Earl Dade Middle School Demolished in South Dallas
Dallas ISD demolishes the 1912 Billy Earl Dade Middle School building to make way for a $50 million career institute in South Dallas.
U.S. Terrorism Threats Rise Amid Iran War and FBI Cuts
Three violent incidents in one week raise alarms as counterterrorism agencies face staffing cuts amid an active U.S.-Iran war and escalating domestic threats.
Dallas ISD's $6.2 Billion Bond: Largest in Texas History
Dallas ISD will outline a $6.2 billion bond proposal Thursday, the largest school bond request in Texas history, going before voters on May 2.
Cuba Confirms Secret Talks With U.S. Amid Energy Crisis
Cuban leader Díaz-Canel confirms recent talks with the U.S. as Cuba faces a deepening energy crisis with no petroleum shipments in three months.
Five-Story Apartment Planned Over Oak Cliff Homes in Dallas
A Dallas Plan Commission vote clears deed restrictions at 715 West Davis Street, potentially allowing a five-story apartment in an Oak Cliff neighborhood.
Highland Park ISD Honors Grandparent Cafeteria Volunteers
Highland Park ISD hosted its first-ever Raider Café grandparent luncheon, celebrating the older volunteers who help feed middle school students weekly.
Linus Spiller Running for Dallas City Council District 6
Linus Spiller, 60, is running for Dallas City Council District 6 in the May 3 election, focusing on public safety, affordable housing, and economic development.
Black Leaders Shape MLK Corridor's Future in South Dallas
South Dallas landowners and Black community leaders are leveraging property ownership to demand equitable development along the long-neglected MLK Corridor.
South Dallas Public Improvement District: How to Get Involved
Scottie Smith II is leading a petition drive to create the Sunny South Dallas PID, offering residents a say before outside developers reshape the neighborhood.
Texas Lawmakers Push Dallas November Elections Bill
Texas legislators push to move Dallas elections from May to November, following voters' approval of a charter amendment aimed at boosting turnout.