Tarrant County increases homestead exemption to maximum allowed by state law - Dallas news - NewsLocker (2024)

The Tarrant County Commissioners Court says they're increasing the homestead property tax exemption approved for homeowners last year to the maximum allowed by state law.

Historic baseball field to be demolished in Fort Worth

The property has been vacant since 2014 but once hosted legends like Joe DiMaggio, Babe Ruth and Hank Aaron. It's located on Panther Island, which is expected to see a wave of redevelopment.

After purchasing NuStar, Sunoco buys its San Antonio HQ

Two subsidiaries of Dallas-based Sunoco purchased NuStar's corporate HQ building in San Antonio, which one observed said indicated it had a "long-term plan for the building."

Oak Cliff Cemetery Project volunteers celebrate Juneteenth by giving ancestors ‘their flowers'

Bolden is President of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Alpha Xi Omega Chapter. The sorority is among the volunteer groups who helped clear brush for the Oak Cliff Cemetery Project to reveal gravesites at the neglected cemetery.

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Who is playing at the 2024 State Fair of Texas? See what's new here

The annual State Fair of Texas has announced the 2024 lineup of free entertainment activities to be on the lookout for.

Dallas County Health to take control of Garland Public Health Clinic

City of Garland avoids reduction of services at health clinic by handing over management to the Dallas County health department.

Fort Worth housing inventory hits a record, but it's not all great news for buyers

According to the latest report, inventory hit 3.2 months in May. That's the first time it climbed above the three-month mark in more than a decade.

Dallas to phase out most alley trash collection in favor of curbside

The city says it plans to phase out most alley-trash pickup in favor of curbside in the next couple of years, citing worker safety, more efficiency and cost savings.

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Retired UTA professor and philanthropist Allan Saxe dies at age 85

Retired University of Texas at Arlington professor, philanthropist and beloved Arlington resident, Allan Saxe, has died at the age of 85.

Operation Kindness to host free pet food and vaccine event in Carrollton

Nonprofit organization Operation Kindness will hold a free pet food drive and vaccination clinic in Carrollton this Saturday.

Judge overseeing NFL ‘Sunday Ticket' trial voices frustrations over the case

The federal judge presiding over the class-action lawsuit filed by “Sunday Ticket” subscribers against the NFL voiced frustrations Tuesday with the way the plaintiffs' attorneys have handled their side of the case.

New study shows 74% of Americans aren't prepared for increased summer energy costs

The study, conducted by a DFW-based company, is a reminder to prepare for the added costs of summer heat.

Silver Alert continues for missing Dallas woman, family pleads for her safe return

Dallas police are asking for the public's help in locating an 88-year-old woman who's been missing since June 10.

Silver Alert continues for missing Dallas woman

Dallas police are asking for the public's help in locating an 88-year-old woman who's been missing since June 10.

Manufacturers, downtown retailers wanted in Lancaster; Logistics gets lukewarm response

Upcoming projects in Lancaster range from data centers to manufacturing plants to warehouses. The city's economic development team is targeting AI, advanced manufacturing, auto parts production and cold storage facilities. Dive into what's making the economy tick in this city 15 miles south of downtown Dallas — and learn about the opportunities, and challenges, in Lancaster.

Sixth Street to grow Dallas office with another floor in Uptown tower

The Dallas office has grown to become Sixth Street's second largest, behind only New York. But it could become the largest in the coming years — the firm recently added another floor with room for almost 200 more employees.

Dallas billionaire Dundon has new GM at Carolina Hurricanes

The new GM of the team owned by Dallas' Tom Dundon has played a key role in the organization's rise to becoming one of the top teams in the NHL.

Fort Worth could raise minimum wage for city employees to $20 an hour

Fort Worth City Council is debating whether and how much to raise the minimum wage for city employees. The deliberations are part of budgeting for the 2025 fiscal year, which begins in October.

WATCH LIVE: NBC 5's coverage of ‘Opal's Walk for Freedom'

On Wednesday, June 19, celebrate Juneteenth with Opal's Walk for Freedom. This year's 2.5-mile walk is through Dallas Fair Park with streaming coverage on-air, online and on streaming platforms.

Opal Lee walks 2.5 miles in ‘Opal's Walk for Freedom' at Fair Park

On Wednesday, June 19, celebrate Juneteenth with Opal's Walk for Freedom. This year's 2.5-mile walk is through Dallas Fair Park with streaming coverage on-air, online and on streaming platforms.

How to Watch NBC 5's coverage of the ‘Opal's Walk for Freedom' this morning

On Wednesday, June 19, celebrate Juneteenth with Opal's Walk for Freedom. This year's 2.5-mile walk is through Dallas Fair Park with streaming coverage on-air, online and on streaming platforms.

How to Watch NBC 5's coverage of the ‘Opal's Walk for Freedom' on Juneteenth

On Wednesday, June 19, celebrate Juneteenth with Opal's Walk for Freedom. This year's 2.5-mile walk is through Dallas Fair Park with streaming coverage on-air, online and on streaming platforms.

Galleria Dallas to get Netflix 'experiential entertainment venue'

In addition to Dallas, Netflix also chose to open the concept in a shopping mall in King of Prussia, Pa. Both venues span more than 100,000 square feet and are expected to open in the fall of 2025. Construction at the Galleria is already underway, with work starting a few months ago.

Denton apartment residents fed up with faulty A/C amid summer heat

Residents at The Lights apartments in Denton told NBC 5 they have been dealing with faulty a/c units for several days, with the inside of their apartments reaching upwards of 90 degrees.

Denton apartment residents fed up with faulty A/C

Residents at The Lights apartments in Denton told NBC 5 they have been dealing with faulty a/c units for several days, with the inside of their apartments reaching upwards of 90 degrees.

Stillwater Capital closer to starting work on new Dallas HQ

There's new state paperwork filed and a new co-developer on the team for this project just north of Uptown.

ERCOT prepares to revamp power-demand plan ahead of hot summer months

ERCOT leaders plan to revamp their emergency plans for when they need energy quickly during the hot summer months ahead.

‘Entire arm' found in drunk driver's car after fatal Dallas hit-and-run crash: police

A man with prior convictions of DWI is facing criminal charges again after police say he fatally struck a pedestrian in Dallas and drove to his job with the victim's body parts in his car.

‘Entire arm' found in alleged DWI driver's car after fatal Dallas hit-and-run: police

A man with prior convictions of DWI is facing criminal charges again after police say he fatally struck a pedestrian in Dallas and drove to his job with the victim's body parts in his car.

‘Entire arm' found in accused drunken driver's car after fatal Dallas hit-and-run: police

A man with prior convictions of DWI is facing criminal charges again after police say he fatally struck a pedestrian in Dallas and drove to his job with the victim's body parts in his car.