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How many people in the hospital system die because of “medical errors”? The definitive answer is elusive because calculations are opaque. The definition is also opaque — “medical errors” can be consis
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DALLAS — With two weeks to go before the first 2026 FIFA World Cup match kickoff in Arlington, local and federal authorities in charge of ensuring safety and security for the football matches say they’re ready to go after more than two years of planning. “From the very beginning, safety and security
How many people in the hospital system die because of “medical errors”? The definitive answer is elusive because calculations are opaque. The definition is also opaque — “medical errors” can be consistent with everything from surgical and diagnostic errors to equipment failures and hospital-acquired
De’Shawn Turner walked across the stage thinking about the family members who told him to dream big after doctors warned him he might not be able to play basketball, run track or play football again. Estela Castro walked across the same stage hoping her younger brother would see her college announce
The red carpet started near the Clifford Davis Elementary stage and ran beneath the basketball hoop. Recent alum Saron Kennedy watched from the side as students walked it in pairs and small groups May 14, carrying flags, holding hands and smiling toward families who filled the gym with phones raised
The Arlington Planning & Zoning Commission on April 29 approved a revised development plan for multifamily residential apartments on West Arkansas Lane near the Pantego town limits. The vote was 7-1, with one abstention. Commissioner Derek Carter voted no. Jacob Sumpter abstained. Carter said he obj
Emily Bedolla, 18, kept moving the focus of a conversation back to her classmates at Harmony School of Innovation in Fort Worth. She talked about students earning engineering certifications and conducting biomedical research in nearby classrooms at the charter school. Classmate Jayden Richardson int
The lug nut refused to budge for students in an automotive class at Fort Worth ISD’s Polytechnic High School. So they called Big Bro over for help. Known around the shop for knowledge of cars, Big Bro quickly diagnosed the problem: The ratchet was too short to gain leverage. Big Bro grabbed a longer
Dr. Jay Bhaumik, the Chairman of Thesis Pharmacy, spent years working at the convergence of pharmacy operations, business leadership, and healthcare technology. From his specialized vantage point, Dr. Bhaumik has watched pharmacy environments shift from largely manual workflows to increasingly conne
Trinity Metro is preparing an enhanced mobility plan to support increased travel demand during the FIFA World Cup soccer tournament in North Texas in June and July, with expanded connections between Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas, and DFW International Airport. If you’re looking to get on board, see
North Texas is set to reach a population of 9 million people over the next year. That’s according to new data released last week by the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG). “It is a positive that people are moving here and I think that it really says that our area has something going
Weeks after his iconic whale mural was painted over in downtown Dallas, marine artist Robert Wyland is taking the fight to federal court. The artist behind the mural, which had stood in downtown Dallas since 1999, filed a lawsuit Monday against FIFA, FIFA affiliates and the owners and managers of th
The broadcast hub for the upcoming World Cup is officially operational in downtown Dallas, with the opening of the International Broadcast Center inside the city's convention center. The center will serve as the home for hundreds of journalists from around the globe when matches begin in 10 days. It
The investigation into Thursday’s deadly explosion at the former Clyde Apartments in Oak Cliff has entered a new phase as crews move closer to the blast site. Atmos crews were seen working throughout the area as neighbors nearby said they are still waiting for answers and for basic services to be re
For Todd and Jennifer Brook, photographs preserve some of life's most important moments. Pictures from a beach in Cabo San Lucas capture the couple's engagement. Other framed images document milestones from their 16 years together and two years of marriage. But the memories that now define much of t
The Dallas Mavericks have taken a significant step in their search for a future arena and entertainment district, announcing Monday that they have entered into option agreements for the potential purchase of approximately 104 acres at the former Valley View Mall site. The organization said the decis
Location is everything. Two identical food trailers with the same menu can have completely different outcomes simply because of the city they’re in. One city might have favorable laws, high foot traffic, and a thriving street food culture. Another might have strict restrictions, high fees, and few p
United States Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin recognized and honored the Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers who were on scene during the fatal 2025 Dallas ICE facility shooting on Monday afternoon. On September 24, 2025, a shooter opened fire on an ICE facility in Dallas fr
Dr. Larry P. Tadlock, head of orthodontics at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry in Dallas, received the James E. Brophy Award from the American Association of Orthodontics for his service to the profession. Dr. Larry P. Tadlock of Colleyville, head of orthodontics at Texas A&M Univer
Fort Worth, TEXAS – May 2026 – LanCarte Commercial has completed the lease of 1362–1364 Ranchers Legacy, a newly constructed industrial facility within Markum Business Park in the Fort Worth ETJ. The transaction was completed by Sarah LanCarte and Finn Wilson of LanCarte Commercial, who represented
Early voting is underway as two candidates face off in a June 13 runoff for an at-large Arlington City Council seat. The candidates are Arlington ISD trustee Melody Fowler and University of Texas at Arlington professor Jason Shelton. Both candidates failed to surpass the 50% threshold on election ni
Serena Williams will make her return to professional tennis at the HSBC Championships in London later this month, the tournament announced Monday. Williams will be competing in the doubles event with 19-year-old Victoria Mboko, currently the ninth-ranked singles player in the WTA. Williams, 44, last
Balcom Agency has been selected as the agency of record for The Desi Creamery, an emerging specialty ice cream brand dedicated to authentic South Asian flavors. The agency will lead the brand’s positioning, digital presence and expansion strategy as the creamery scales operations for a broader marke
Southlake police announced the arrest of a 60-year-old man who may be connected to multiple cases of forgery and more than two dozen victims. According to a social media post, someone at a local bank saw suspicious activity and alerted police about a forgery in progress. Officers got to the bank and
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico coach Javier Aguirre opted for a new generation of players to use home ground advantage at the World Cup in a bid to seek redemption after one of the worst failures for El Tri in modern times at Qatar 2022. “El Vasco” Aguirre, guiding the Mexican team into a World Cup for t
BUENOS AIRES (AP) — Amid a worrying rash of injuries, Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni sought to dispel doubts by confirming that most of the reigning world champions, including captain Lionel Messi, will be part of the squad that will seek a second consecutive title at the 2026 World Cup. Messi, abou
The Dallas Wings (5-3) are hosting the Seattle Storm (3-6) tonight at the College Park Center in Arlington at 7 p.m. The game will air nationally on USA Network. A win for Dallas would mark the team’s best start to a regular season since the franchise relocated to Texas in 2016. The last time the te
Over the summer, NFL teams conduct organized team activities (OTAs) to ramp up their preparation for the new season. Dallas is scheduled to host OTAs on the following dates: June 1-2, June 4, June 8-9, and June 11. The Cowboys officially started their offseason workout program in late April. The NFL
FC Dallas defender Herman Johansson was selected to represent Sweden at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Johansson’s selection marks the first time in franchise history that FC Dallas has had three active players represented at a FIFA World Cup, following Petar Musa’
When James Bacon first attempted to taxidermy deer, he taught himself how from instructions in a book with crudely drawn pictures. “They look terrible, but they’re still hanging on my wall,” Bacon said. He is a hunter, and his experience with another taxidermist left him dissatisfied, leading him to
At least one person died in connection with a wrong-way crash early Saturday morning on Highway 121 near Sylvania, according to Fort Worth police. Officers responding to the scene found two vehicles involved in the crash. Police said one of the drivers died at the scene. The other driver was transpo
A law firm filed a lawsuit against Atmos Energy on behalf of Onecimo Ponce Mendoza, a resident of the Dallas apartment complex that exploded after a natural gas pipeline was damaged. Houston-based catastrophic injury law firm Kherkher Garcia, LLP filed the suit on May 29. The complaint alleges that
H-E-B is one step closer to opening its first location in the city of Dallas. The grocery chain filed a construction permit for the store at 635 and Hillcrest Road on Wednesday. According to the permit, construction is set to begin in March 2027. The store is projected to open in September 2028. Whe
As soccer fans from around the world converge on North Texas for FIFA World Cup 2026, passion, drama and soccer are on stage in Opera Arlington’s production of Bizet’s Carmen, playing June 5-6 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Arlington. Opera Arlington’s production is reimagined, setting the be
After playing their FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in Arlington, Texas, the world’s top players will take their soccer shoes and go home to countries like Croatia, Argentina, and Japan. But one noteworthy boot has no intention of leaving – and I interviewed him about it in the video that serves as the
One day after an explosion rocked an Oak Cliff neighborhood, community members gathered Friday evening to honor the lives lost and support families struggling to process the tragedy. Hundreds attended a vigil near the blast site, praying for grieving families and remembering victims whose lives left
The morning rush hour had a different feel on Friday in Oak Cliff, where bumper-to-bumper traffic outside Mission Oak Cliff was met not with frustration but with gratitude. A steady stream of people brought donations of food, clothes and other supplies to help neighbors who lost everything in Thursd
The family of Dallas community activist Sylvia Collins confirmed to NBC 5 that she is among the three victims killed after a gas line ruptured Thursday, sparking a massive fire that destroyed an apartment building. The Dallas County Democratic Party posted a picture of Collins late Thursday, saying
School is out for most North Texas districts. Kick off your summer with these local events. Late Night at the Museum The DMA continues its Late Night series on Friday night from 7-11 p.m. Participate in arts & crafts, origami, watch artist demonstrations, gallery talks and more! Tickets are $25. Rod
Dallas Fire Chief Justin Ball says everyone who lived at the apartment building destroyed by a natural gas-fueled explosion on Thursday has been accounted for. Ball confirmed Friday that three people were killed and five others were injured. Two of the victims were in one residence, and the third fa
The owner of the Dallas apartment building destroyed in an inferno on Thursday says an engineering firm was doing soil testing when a gas line was ruptured, sparking a five-alarm fire that killed at least three people and injured five others. In a statement on Friday, Geoff Henley, an attorney repre