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Current and formerly unhoused writers and artists find resources at the Stewpot in downtown Dallas, but they've also found a place to share their personal stories and paintings in the new book "Thy Neighbor."
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Jail and court computer systems compatibility makes it harder to adjudicate cases, causing longer waits in the jail.
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Judge Amber Givens sued Dallas County for excluding her from a $500,000 supplement earmarked in the budget for all other judges.
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District Judge Amber Givens was the only judge that county commissioners singled out from receiving $25,000 supplemental pay.
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Fellow commissioners erupted in shock when Andy Sommerman recommended the warrant and writ money diversion.
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Dallas County commissioners voted to adjust and ensure fees collection for constable and sheriff services.
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Judge Vonda Bailey, among other elected county officials, has solicited donations on social media from her courtroom.
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About $2 million was itemized for housing initiatives and more than $6 million was separated for possible general reallocation.
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Noise and disruption complaints could jeopardize Yello Belly racing strip's county operational permit renewal.
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Most commissioners voted yes on a proposal for the property tax rate to stay the same as in 2025.
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Dallas County Sheriff Marian Brown in an open letter to media sent Sept. 5 disputed reports that the jail was at or over its capacity.
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The Dallas County jail maxed out over the Labor Day weekend and bills are coming due while commissioners hear budget proposals and consider a property tax rate.