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North Texans could see more alerts later this year from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, the state agency responsible for regulating and enforcing federal air quality standards, as ozone season for the region runs from March to October.
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Severe storms swept through North Texas on Sunday night, leaving over 47,000 residents without power and raising concerns about flash flooding. The storms, which began overnight, initially knocked out power to more than 90,000 customers, with outages peaking early Monday morning. Dallas and Tarrant counties were hit hardest.
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For nearly a year, neighbors in northeast Denton have been working to preserve the Hartlee Field area, with its historic World War II hangars, from development by turning it into a state park.
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The latest annual ParkScore ranking from Trust for Public Land shows Dallas ranks #34 among the 100 most populous cities in the country.
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Dozens of North Texans filled a May 19 meeting held by state water planners. Many shared the same goal: voicing their opposition against a proposed $7 billion Northeast Texas reservoir that’s been proposed for over 50 years.
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Triple-digit temperatures are forecasted for parts of the region — about 20 degrees above the seasonal average.
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The bills would stiffen penalties for trespassing in animal enclosures, elevating some offenses to felony charges. They would also classify unauthorized entry into enclosures at zoos, aquariums, and other animal care facilities as a state jail felony.
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In a city known for its sprawling highways and rapid development, green spaces in Dallas are proving to be more than just a luxury — they’re a public health necessity. A new study from Southern Methodist University reveals a powerful connection between access to nature and mental well-being, especially in historically underserved neighborhoods.
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With heavy rainfall deluging the Fort Worth area, city officials closed Lake Worth May 3 due to elevated water levels and say it will remain closed to the public until further notice.
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As regions work on new 50-year water plans, experts say North Texas faces dual crises to meet increased water demands: growth and climate.
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All six U.S. regional climate centers will remain online through a new contract deadline in mid-June. Four of the centers, which are overseen by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, were abruptly closed last week after their funding ran out.
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Some candidates vying to represent West Dallas on the city council answered resident questions about the area's environmental issues on Thursday.
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After nearly two years of trying to get a stringently opposed concrete batch plant up and running in south Tarrant County, Texas officials have granted J7 Ready Mix preliminary approval.
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A wide variety of oak trees make up a significant amount of vegetation in the Cross Timbers Region and, by extension, in Fort Worth.