Texas poised for slower job growth this year, Dallas Fed projects

Falling consumer activity and uncertainty around the 2024 presidential election could complicate the state’s job growth, a Dallas Fed economist said. TEXAS, USA — This story was first published on KENS5.com and can be viewed here. Texas will likely add jobs at a slower pace in 2024 after years of robust employment growth, the Federal … Read more

‘A great teammate’ | Spurs’ Popovich believes McDermott will fit well with Indiana

At the NBA Trade Deadline, the Spurs traded McDermott to the Pacers. SAN ANTONIO — Ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline, the San Antonio Spurs traded forward Doug McDermott to the Indiana Pacers for Marcus Morris (expected to be bought out), cash considerations, and a second-round draft pick. He played three seasons with the Spurs … Read more

Prosecutors dismiss misdemeanor charges against man accused of stealing Dallas Zoo monkeys, records show

In court filings on Feb. 5, assistant district attorney Kristin Wade wrote that Irvin “is mentally ill and was found incompetent to stand trial.” DALLAS — Dallas County prosecutors this week filed to dismiss six misdemeanor animal cruelty charges against the man who was accused of stealing monkeys from the Dallas Zoo just over one … Read more

City of Pflugerville hires former Austin Police Chief Joseph Chacon as emergency services director

Chacon started his new role in December 2023. PFLUGERVILLE, Texas — The City of Pflugerville has recently hired a well-known figure as its new emergency services director.  According to KVUE’s media partners at the Austin-American Statesman, former Austin Police Chief Joseph Chacon is stepping into a new role overseeing the private ambulance company, Allegiance Mobile … Read more