KERA News

Dewhurst, Cruz Clash On Immigration

Shelley Kofler — Sat, 26 May 2012 00:18:46 +0000

On the last day of early voting, Republican U.S. Senate candidates David Dewhurst and Ted Cruz are clashing over their records on immigration, taking to the airwaves and Internet with their accusations.

Garcia And Veasey Seek "Early" Votes

Bill Zeeble — Fri, 25 May 2012 22:06:13 +0000

It’s the last day of early voting before next Tuesday’s primary. In the crowded race for the new Congressional District 33 seat, KERA’s Bill Zeeble caught up with two perceived front runners.

Underdogs of District 33 Persist

Sujata Dand — Fri, 25 May 2012 21:29:21 +0000

Marc Veasey and Domingo Garcia are the perceived frontrunners, but other contenders like Dr. David Alameel have become familiar to voters in the 33rd Congressional District.

Meet Paul Sadler and Sean Hubbard, Democrats for Senate

Courtney Collins — Fri, 25 May 2012 21:02:50 +0000

In the race for U.S. Senate, almost all of the attention has been on the Republicans. Four Democrats are also vying for their party’s nomination.

Official Suggests Preparing Before Election Day

Fri, 25 May 2012 17:54:57 +0000

Roundup: SEC bars Dallas man from practicing before agency; Feds to monitor primary voting in 3 Texas counties; State: Texas alligator killing wasn't self-defense

Demolition in South Dallas Marks Turnaround for Neighborhood

Bill Zeeble — Thu, 24 May 2012 21:31:51 +0000

Dallas officials and the Texas National Guard tore down their 105th abandoned home today. The Guard has helped many cities throughout the state clean up since 1993.

No License or Insurance? In Highland Park, You'll Get Towed

Courtney Collins — Thu, 24 May 2012 17:40:40 +0000

Starting Friday, Highland Park will join the ranks of other law enforcement agencies who tow the cars of drivers without a license or insurance.

Death Penalty Decision Pending In Baby Kidnap Case

Thu, 24 May 2012 17:28:54 +0000

Roundup: AWOL Muslim soldier guilty in Fort Hood bomb plot; Lockheed Martin brings in replacement workers; Texan gets 20-year prison term for al-Qaida links; 14-year-old Texan wins National Geographic Bee; Cattle trailer cleared, Dallas freeway reopens; Santorum endorses Cruz in Texas Senate race

Police: Arm Smart Devices With Tracker

Courtney Collins — Wed, 23 May 2012 23:10:17 +0000

The Dallas Police Department says a smartphone app could make stolen goods a lot easier to recover.

Survey Gives Dallas Parks Mixed Grade

Courtney Collins — Wed, 23 May 2012 22:50:20 +0000

A new park system ranking puts Dallas and Fort Worth in the middle of the pack compared to other major cities. Dallas has more than average park space. The challenge is getting there.