The City of Dallas’ Chief Data Officer and Chief Information Officer presented an update on the city’s plans to integrate artificial intelligence, which includes the use of facial recognition technology by the police department, raising concerns about bias and privacy.
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Bishop T.D. Jakes Will Never Stop Preaching, But He’s Stepping Back
Bishop Thomas Dexter “T.D.” Jakes is stepping back from The Potter’s House in Dallas to allow his daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts and her husband Touré Roberts to become the senior pastors, while he will remain as chairman of the board and spiritual overseer.
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VolunteerNow Celebrates Service at Annual Hearts of Texas Luncheon in Dallas
VolunteerNow hosted the annual Hearts of Texas Luncheon, honoring three outstanding service leaders and unveiling its new brand, with a record-breaking $275,000 raised to support its expanded initiatives.
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OP-ED: Target National Selective Buying Campaign Continues
The National Newspaper Publishers Association is launching a national selective buying and public education campaign in response to Target’s retreat from its DEI commitments and ignoring Black-owned media outlets, and is calling for companies to show their commitment to inclusion through actions such as investing in Black communities and supporting Black-owned businesses.
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Study: Poverty Raises Suicide Risks for LGBTQ+ Youth
A new report from The Trevor Project found that LGBTQ+ teens and young adults experiencing homelessness are more likely to have suicidal ideation, and that systemic changes such as cash assistance and LGBTQ+-inclusive shelters could help.
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Wednesday Newsletter: April 23, 2025
Top Stories for Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 News School Districts Stay Quiet as Lawmakers Push to Limit When They Can Sue the State The Texas Senate passed SB 1962, which […]
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Dallas Weekly’s Civics 101 Series Sheds Light on the Crucial Role of the City Manager
Kim Tolbert, the first woman to serve as City Manager in Dallas, has been making waves by streamlining city operations and implementing significant cost-saving measures, while also closing a $38 million revenue gap and balancing the city’s budget for fiscal year 2024-2025.
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Mass Protests in Black and White – Are We Showing Up?
Black protesters were largely absent from the April 5 “Hands Off!” protest, with organizers focusing on working-class whites who supported Donald Trump, while Black organizers are urging a focus on fighting the Trump administration’s policies and defending against attacks on American citizens.
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Wings Reload with Blue-Chip Talent and Guard Depth in 2025 WNBA Draft
The Dallas Wings have reshaped their future by drafting UConn phenom Paige Bueckers with the No. 1 overall pick, along with other talented players, in the 2025 WNBA Draft, aiming to build a dynamic backcourt and a winning roster.
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Climate Justice Isn’t Dead
Environmental justice programs are being dismantled by the Trump Administration, but Ryan Hathaway believes the backlash will fail and is working to preserve environmental justice efforts.