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North Texas districts cancel classes amid biting cold and icy roads
weather29 days ago

North Texas districts cancel classes amid biting cold and icy roads

Dallas ISD, Fort Worth ISD and several other North Texas districts canceled classes Wednesday due to dangerous cold, freezing fog and icy road conditions. Weather Alert Days have been extended through Wednesday morning as officials monitor conditions. Other large districts such as Mansfield, Lewisville, Little Elm and Denton ISDs also closed, with updates provided via WFAA’s closings tracker.

Winter Storm Grips North Texas: Icy, Slushy Roads Across DFW
weather1 month ago

Winter Storm Grips North Texas: Icy, Slushy Roads Across DFW

A winter storm has arrived in North Texas bringing snow, sleet and freezing rain. Roadways are coated and conditions are deteriorating, with temperatures staying well below freezing through the weekend. Officials urge staying off the roads if possible, and WFAA will provide updates and live radar. Expect continued wintry precipitation with potential school closures and power outages as the storm persists.

Winter Storm Knocks Out Power Across North Texas as Crews Rush to Restore
weather1 month ago

Winter Storm Knocks Out Power Across North Texas as Crews Rush to Restore

A winter storm moving through North Texas has left more than 16,000 customers without power as Oncor deploys about 10,000 responders to restore service. Ice accumulation is the main threat, with outages concentrated in areas like southern Dallas (ZIP 75115) and Burleson (76028). The article provides an outage map, safety tips, and resources such as MyOncor alerts, 211, warming centers, and instructions to stay away from downed lines. It notes that prioritized care does not guarantee uninterrupted power and urges planning for life-sustaining medical devices during outages.

North Texas braces for weekend winter storm, icy mix and brutal cold
weather1 month ago

North Texas braces for weekend winter storm, icy mix and brutal cold

Forecasters warn a weekend winter storm will bring a mix of rain, freezing rain, sleet and possibly snow to North Texas, with a Winter Storm Watch in effect Friday afternoon through Sunday morning and dangerously cold temperatures from Friday night through Monday. Rain is likely to start Friday and transition to wintry precipitation, with freezing rain and sleet (and some snow possible along the Red River). Saturday into Sunday could see widespread wintry weather, mainly sleet with freezing rain, creating hazardous travel and potential outages. Lows drop into the teens with wind chills in the single digits to below zero Sunday into Monday, and the coldest air remains through Monday afternoon. A brief snowfall window early Sunday is possible, but precipitation should end by midday as drier air arrives. Morning commutes may stay dangerous through early next week as icy roads linger.

Arkansas Teacher Resigns After 4 Days Amid Double Homicide and Arrests
crime6 months ago

Arkansas Teacher Resigns After 4 Days Amid Double Homicide and Arrests

A man accused of a double murder in Arkansas, Andrew McGann, briefly worked as a teacher in North Texas for four days in 2024 before resigning. Despite passing background checks, concerns have been raised about his past conduct and the district's hiring process, especially given his previous employment and investigations for classroom management issues. The case has prompted calls for review of hiring practices and teacher misconduct reporting laws.

Severe Storms Cause Major Delays and Plane Displacement at DFW Airport
travel1 year ago

Severe Storms Cause Major Delays and Plane Displacement at DFW Airport

Severe storms in North Texas caused significant disruptions at DFW International Airport, with 50% of flights delayed and 5% canceled. Dallas Love Field also experienced delays and cancellations. The National Weather Service warned of damaging winds, hail, and flooding, with a lower chance of tornadoes. Nearly 150,000 customers were without power as of late Thursday morning.