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As hearing looms, advocates protest development that would allow wastewater to be dumped in Helotes Creek

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Lennar wants to build nearly 3,000 homes near Scenic Loop Road and Babcock Road in Bexar County. But to build the homes, it must build a wastewater plant. HELOTES, Texas — Nearly 200 people gathered in Helotes Sunday to march against a development plan that they believe puts millions of people’s drinking water at risk. … Read more

Dirk statue roped off, graffiti power washed amid an outpouring of fan grief over Luka trade

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After fans created a makeshift memorial outside the American Airlines Center, the Dirk Nowitzki statue was roped off. DALLAS — Victory Park turned into a forum for grieving MFFLs Sunday morning.  News broke overnight that Luka Doncic was traded to the Lakers for Anthony Davis, Max Christie and a 2029 first-round pick. Shortly after, fans … Read more

Luka Doncic tribute torn down, thrown away by American Airlines Center staff in the middle of the night

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After fans created a makeshift memorial outside the American Airlines Center, the Dirk Nowitzki statue was roped off. DALLAS — Victory Park turned into a forum for grieving MFFLs Sunday morning.  News broke overnight that Luka Doncic was traded to the Lakers for Anthony Davis, Max Christie and a 2029 first-round pick. Shortly after, fans … Read more

‘Dear Dallas’ | Luka Doncic writes open letter to Mavs fans after blockbuster trade sent him to LA

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Luka Doncic thanks Dallas fans and calls the city a “home away from home” as he departs for Los Angeles. DALLAS — Mavs fans are hearing from Luka Doncic for the first time since the news dropped that their franchise player was heading to Los Angeles. Doncic posted an open letter to Dallas on his social … Read more

Surge in U.S. firearms smuggling fuels Canada’s gun violence crisis

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Canadian authorities report a significant rise in U.S. firearm smuggling tied to gun violence. DALLAS — The U.S. and Canada share a 5,500-mile border. While trade and immigration have been longstanding concerns, a new and alarming challenge has emerged: a surge in firearms being smuggled from the U.S. into Canada. Canadian authorities report a significant increase … Read more