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Dallas County Reports First West Nile Virus Death of 2025
Dallas County, Texas — Health officials have confirmed the first death related to the West Nile Virus (WNV) in the 2025 season, marking a sobering reminder of ongoing mosquito risks across North Texas. The Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) announced that the victim was a man in his seventies who suffered from underlying medical conditions and had been diagnosed with the neuroinvasive form of the disease, known as West Nile Neuroinvasive Disease (WNND). This severe form aff
Dallas County Reports First West Nile Virus Death of 2025
Dallas County, Texas — Health officials have confirmed the first death related to the West Nile Virus (WNV) in the 2025 season, marking a sobering reminder of ongoing mosquito risks across North Texas. The Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) announced that the victim was a man in his seventies who suffered from underlying medical conditions and had been diagnosed with the neuroinvasive form of the disease, known as West Nile Neuroinvasive Disease (WNND). This severe form aff
Randy Halprin retrial set for 2027 as court allows defense attorney to stay on case
The legal battle surrounding Randy Halprin, one of the two surviving members of the infamous “Texas 7” prison gang, has reached another turning point. A Dallas County judge has confirmed that Halprin’s defense attorney, Heath Harris, will remain on the case despite efforts from prosecutors to have him removed. At the same time, a firm date has now been set for Halprin’s highly anticipated retrial, which is scheduled to begin on April 5, 2027. Halprin, who is
Randy Halprin retrial set for 2027 as court allows defense attorney to stay on case
The legal battle surrounding Randy Halprin, one of the two surviving members of the infamous “Texas 7” prison gang, has reached another turning point. A Dallas County judge has confirmed that Halprin’s defense attorney, Heath Harris, will remain on the case despite efforts from prosecutors to have him removed. At the same time, a firm date has now been set for Halprin’s highly anticipated retrial, which is scheduled to begin on April 5, 2027. Halprin, who is
Dallas police arrest two suspects in deadly carjacking case
Dallas police have arrested two men in connection with a fatal carjacking that took place in August in Northwest Dallas, resulting in the death of a 34-year-old man. Investigators say the case has also been tied to a series of robberies in Dallas and Plano, raising concerns about repeat violent offenders in the city. According to police, 23-year-old Jeremiah Grice was taken into custody on September 4. He faces charges of aggravated robbery and capital murder. Grice is currently bei
Dallas police arrest two suspects in deadly carjacking case
Dallas police have arrested two men in connection with a fatal carjacking that took place in August in Northwest Dallas, resulting in the death of a 34-year-old man. Investigators say the case has also been tied to a series of robberies in Dallas and Plano, raising concerns about repeat violent offenders in the city. According to police, 23-year-old Jeremiah Grice was taken into custody on September 4. He faces charges of aggravated robbery and capital murder. Grice is currently bei
22-Year-Old Arrested for 14 Robberies in Dallas, Police Make Major Breakthrough
Dallas authorities have arrested a 22-year-old man, Jafeth Najera-Suate, in connection with a series of 14 armed robberies that took place throughout the city in 2025. Najera-Suate, who was apprehended by the Dallas Police Department, is accused of committing multiple robberies at gunpoint, primarily targeting businesses in various locations across Dallas. The first robbery occurred on March 1, when Najera-Suate allege
22-Year-Old Arrested for 14 Robberies in Dallas, Police Make Major Breakthrough
Dallas authorities have arrested a 22-year-old man, Jafeth Najera-Suate, in connection with a series of 14 armed robberies that took place throughout the city in 2025. Najera-Suate, who was apprehended by the Dallas Police Department, is accused of committing multiple robberies at gunpoint, primarily targeting businesses in various locations across Dallas. The first robbery occurred on March 1, when Najera-Suate allege
Dallas Rapper BigXthaPlug Arrested On Gun And Marijuana Charges In Texas
Dallas rapper Xavier Landum, better known to fans as BigXthaPlug, was arrested and booked into the Dallas County Jail on Thursday night, marking his second arrest in North Texas this year. The arrest occurred just hours before he was scheduled to celebrate the release of his new album at a local venue, casting a shadow over what was supposed to be a major milestone in his career. According to an arrest warrant affidav
Dallas Rapper BigXthaPlug Arrested On Gun And Marijuana Charges In Texas
Dallas rapper Xavier Landum, better known to fans as BigXthaPlug, was arrested and booked into the Dallas County Jail on Thursday night, marking his second arrest in North Texas this year. The arrest occurred just hours before he was scheduled to celebrate the release of his new album at a local venue, casting a shadow over what was supposed to be a major milestone in his career. According to an arrest warrant affidav
Dallas Parkland Hospital Celebrates A Decade At State Of The Art Medical Facility
Parkland Hospital in Dallas is marking a major milestone this week as it celebrates ten years since the opening of its modern medical facility in August 2015. The hospital, located directly across from the county’s older hospital that had served the community since 1954, represented a transformative leap forward in health care for Dallas County residents. For Dr. Fred Cerise, the hospital’s CEO, the move symbolized not only a new building but a fund
Dallas Parkland Hospital Celebrates A Decade At State Of The Art Medical Facility
Parkland Hospital in Dallas is marking a major milestone this week as it celebrates ten years since the opening of its modern medical facility in August 2015. The hospital, located directly across from the county’s older hospital that had served the community since 1954, represented a transformative leap forward in health care for Dallas County residents. For Dr. Fred Cerise, the hospital’s CEO, the move symbolized not only a new building but a fund
West Nile virus detected in North Texas mosquitoes prompts health warnings
Mosquitoes in parts of North Texas have tested positive for West Nile virus this week, prompting local health officials to issue warnings and urge residents to take steps to protect themselves and their families. Samples collected from traps in both Tarrant County and Dallas County confirmed the presence of the virus, highlighting a seasonal health risk that tends to rise during periods of heavy rain and warm temperatures. The findings serve as a reminder that p
West Nile virus detected in North Texas mosquitoes prompts health warnings
Mosquitoes in parts of North Texas have tested positive for West Nile virus this week, prompting local health officials to issue warnings and urge residents to take steps to protect themselves and their families. Samples collected from traps in both Tarrant County and Dallas County confirmed the presence of the virus, highlighting a seasonal health risk that tends to rise during periods of heavy rain and warm temperatures. The findings serve as a reminder that p









