Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson has proposed a $25 million offer from ICE to enroll the Dallas Police Department in the 287(g) program, which would allow local police officers to enforce immigration laws, sparking backlash from Council Members and potentially undermining trust between the police and the community.
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Posted inCommunity
A New Era for the Forest: How Nijeul X is Reimagining Community
Nijeul X has been appointed as the executive and artistic director of Forest Forward, a nonprofit leading the revitalization of the Forest Theater and the surrounding South Dallas community, and is committed to creating a space where the people of South Dallas can thrive through job creation, creativity, and skill-building.
Posted inSports
Captain Klay’s Compass: How Travel Fuels Growth,Gratitude, and the Veteran Sharpshooter’s Mindset
Klay Thompson, a veteran NBA player for the Dallas Mavericks, has embraced the world beyond basketball by exploring new cultures, cuisines, and experiences, while also giving back through charitable initiatives.
Posted inEducation
Texas Universities Review Courses After Viral Video Sparks Controversy
Texas A&M University and other Texas universities have been reviewing their courses and syllabi to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, following a viral video of a student confronting a professor over a discussion of gender identity in a children’s literature class.
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End of Year Tips to Purchase Your Dream Vehicle
With the holiday season approaching, it is important to set a budget, look for deals, test drive the vehicle, determine whether to finance or lease, and research electric vehicles before making a purchase.
Posted inChan Zuckerberg Initiative
The Cost of Compliance: Texas Students Caught in the Fallout of SB 12
Texas’s Senate Bill 12, which bans public K-12 schools from authorizing student clubs based on sexual orientation or gender identity, has created confusion and tension in schools, with teachers and students struggling to navigate the restrictions and find clarity.
Posted inEntertainment
Alfredo: The Tour Turns South Side Ballroom Into a Hip-Hop Ramen Shop
Freddie Gibbs and The Alchemist are celebrating their two collaborative albums, Alfredo and Alfredo 2, with a North American tour that kicked off in Philadelphia on September 20 and will conclude in San Francisco on November 9.
Posted inLocal
The State Fair Was The Worst Thing To Happen To Fair Park
Despite generating $80 million in revenue annually, Fair Park has been a source of neglect and broken promises for the surrounding South Dallas community, with residents calling for the city to invest in the area and provide lasting benefits from major events.
Posted inPreserved by Purpose
Preserved by Purpose: Perfected in the Process
Shewanda Riley, a Dallas-based author, reflects on her journey of overcoming perfectionism and finding success in writing, emphasizing the importance of the process of writing rather than just the finished product.
Posted inCulture
The Future of Black Cultural Institutions in Dallas
The African American Museum of Dallas, Dallas Black Dance Theatre, and The Black Academy of Arts and Letters have all experienced recent changes in leadership, funding, and programming, and are facing political pressure to preserve Black history and culture.
