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Dallas Council To Vote on Cesar Chavez Boulevard
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-10)
The final vote naming a downtown Dallas street after Cesar Chavez is set for today. KERA's BJ Austin reports.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-10)
The final vote naming a downtown Dallas street after Cesar Chavez is set for today. KERA's BJ Austin reports.
Commentary: Accentuate The Positive
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-10)
The second she speaks, you begin to sense NPR's Sylvia Poggioli is from Italy. Same thing with TV chef Paula Deen and the South. Not so easy, though, with other Americans and that bothers commentator Rawlins Gilliland.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-10)
The second she speaks, you begin to sense NPR's Sylvia Poggioli is from Italy. Same thing with TV chef Paula Deen and the South. Not so easy, though, with other Americans and that bothers commentator Rawlins Gilliland.
The Democrats' Debate: What Did We Learn?
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-09)
In this half-hour program, The Texas Debates and the Democratic Primary, KERA takes at look how former Houston Mayor Bill White and millionaire businessman Farouk Shami answered questions presented by journalists and voters during a debate produced and broadcast statewide by KERA and its media partners.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-09)
In this half-hour program, The Texas Debates and the Democratic Primary, KERA takes at look how former Houston Mayor Bill White and millionaire businessman Farouk Shami answered questions presented by journalists and voters during a debate produced and broadcast statewide by KERA and its media partners.
New Governor's Race Poll & Nightly Roundup
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-09)
A new poll in the Texas Governor's race shows incumbent Rick Perry still in the lead, with Debra Medina moving up. The poll, done by North Carolina-based Public Policy Polling, puts Perry at 39%, Kay Bailey Hutchison, 28% and Debra Medina 24%.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-09)
A new poll in the Texas Governor's race shows incumbent Rick Perry still in the lead, with Debra Medina moving up. The poll, done by North Carolina-based Public Policy Polling, puts Perry at 39%, Kay Bailey Hutchison, 28% and Debra Medina 24%.
JAL Sticks With American Airlines
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-09)
Bankrupt Japan Airlines - JAL - will keep its cooperative relationship with Fort Worth's American Airlines after months of tense negotiations. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-09)
Bankrupt Japan Airlines - JAL - will keep its cooperative relationship with Fort Worth's American Airlines after months of tense negotiations. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more
Citizens Undecided on White, Shami
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-09)
Citizen asked some tough questions in last night's Democratic gubernatorial debate, produced by KERA and broadcast live, statewide. They asked Bill White and Farouk Shami about jobs and lower utility rates, to name a few. Were the questioners satisfied with the answers? KERA's Bill Zeeble reports.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-09)
Citizen asked some tough questions in last night's Democratic gubernatorial debate, produced by KERA and broadcast live, statewide. They asked Bill White and Farouk Shami about jobs and lower utility rates, to name a few. Were the questioners satisfied with the answers? KERA's Bill Zeeble reports.
Democratic Candidates For Governor Debate
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-09)
The top two candidates for Governor on the Democratic Party primary ballot squared off in their one and only debate.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-09)
The top two candidates for Governor on the Democratic Party primary ballot squared off in their one and only debate.
Educators React To Abstinence Study & Midday Roundup
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-09)
An abstinence-only study that allowed students to explore the drawbacks of having sex at early as age 12 has attracted praise from some Texas educators.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-09)
An abstinence-only study that allowed students to explore the drawbacks of having sex at early as age 12 has attracted praise from some Texas educators.
7th East Texas Church Fire Ruled Arson & Nightly Roundup
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-08)
Investigators have concluded that a seventh east Texas church fire this was caused by arson. Tom Crowley's a spokesman for the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives in Dallas. He said Monday that a deliberate fire Thursday destroyed the Russell Memorial United Methodist Church sanctuary in Wills Point, 45 miles east of Dallas.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-08)
Investigators have concluded that a seventh east Texas church fire this was caused by arson. Tom Crowley's a spokesman for the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives in Dallas. He said Monday that a deliberate fire Thursday destroyed the Russell Memorial United Methodist Church sanctuary in Wills Point, 45 miles east of Dallas.
Democratic Gubernatorial Debate Tonight & Midday Roundup
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-08)
The two top-financed Democrats hoping to take the Texas governor's mansion after 16 years of GOP control are looking to grab a chunk of the political limelight when they meet for a televised debate.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-08)
The two top-financed Democrats hoping to take the Texas governor's mansion after 16 years of GOP control are looking to grab a chunk of the political limelight when they meet for a televised debate.
What Voters Want
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-08)
Tonight, for the first time, the leading Democratic candidates for governor face off in a live debate produced by KERA and its partners. KERA's Bill Zeeble talked to voters about what they want to hear from Bill White and Farouk Shami.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-08)
Tonight, for the first time, the leading Democratic candidates for governor face off in a live debate produced by KERA and its partners. KERA's Bill Zeeble talked to voters about what they want to hear from Bill White and Farouk Shami.
Dish Texas Votes On Drilling Moratorium
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-08)
In Dish Texas tonight, the Board of Commissioners is expected to pass a 90 day moratorium on new gas drilling permits. KERA's BJ Austin says the Mayor wants the "time out" to go greener
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-08)
In Dish Texas tonight, the Board of Commissioners is expected to pass a 90 day moratorium on new gas drilling permits. KERA's BJ Austin says the Mayor wants the "time out" to go greener
Economy Report: Homeowner's Insurance
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-08)
Large inventory and lower prices in a down housing market has created opportunities for some. But buying a home means buying homeowners insurance. Lenders require it and coverage is not cheap. Texas has some of the highest rates in the nation because of the state's severe weather. You can shop around, but in our economy segment, Jack Evins of the state insurance department's consumer protection program tells KERA's Sam Baker there are some basic items lenders expect.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-08)
Large inventory and lower prices in a down housing market has created opportunities for some. But buying a home means buying homeowners insurance. Lenders require it and coverage is not cheap. Texas has some of the highest rates in the nation because of the state's severe weather. You can shop around, but in our economy segment, Jack Evins of the state insurance department's consumer protection program tells KERA's Sam Baker there are some basic items lenders expect.
Acid Spill Closes Dallas Freeway & Nightly Roundup
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-05)
Officials in Dallas say the acid leak that has caused a massive rush-hour traffic jam isn't nearly as dangerous as first believed. Officials had said the leak from an 18-wheeler Friday was from the 200 gallons of the toxic and highly corrosive chemical hydrofluoric acid. However, once hazmat crews found the source of the leak, it was from a container carrying hydrochloric acid.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-05)
Officials in Dallas say the acid leak that has caused a massive rush-hour traffic jam isn't nearly as dangerous as first believed. Officials had said the leak from an 18-wheeler Friday was from the 200 gallons of the toxic and highly corrosive chemical hydrofluoric acid. However, once hazmat crews found the source of the leak, it was from a container carrying hydrochloric acid.
Woman Gets Prison Over Teacher ID Thefts & Midday Roundup
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-05)
A Bedford woman apologized as she was sentenced to 34 years in prison in an identity theft scam targeting educators in Irving. Sharon Denise Seeley pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 30 years for fraudulent use or possession of identifying information.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-05)
A Bedford woman apologized as she was sentenced to 34 years in prison in an identity theft scam targeting educators in Irving. Sharon Denise Seeley pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 30 years for fraudulent use or possession of identifying information.
New EPA Chief Updates Barnett Shale Group
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-05)
The new EPA chief in this region says changes are happening at a very fast pace a year into the Obama Administration. KERA's BJ Austin says that's just what an audience of gas drilling critics wanted to hear.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-05)
The new EPA chief in this region says changes are happening at a very fast pace a year into the Obama Administration. KERA's BJ Austin says that's just what an audience of gas drilling critics wanted to hear.
North Texas Mayors Off To Super Bowl 44
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-04)
Dozens of Dallas-Fort Worth city officials are headed to South Florida today, and Super Bowl 44. But as KERA's BJ Austin reports, one North Texas Mayor says they're not going to party.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-04)
Dozens of Dallas-Fort Worth city officials are headed to South Florida today, and Super Bowl 44. But as KERA's BJ Austin reports, one North Texas Mayor says they're not going to party.
Hodge Pleads Guilty
Dallas
(2010-02-03)
Terri Hodge has pleaded guilty to federal tax fraud. The District 100 House Representative will resign her seat when sentenced. But she remains on the March 2nd primary ballot, and some say she could win. KERA's Bill Zeeble reports on what could happen next.
Dallas
(2010-02-03)
Terri Hodge has pleaded guilty to federal tax fraud. The District 100 House Representative will resign her seat when sentenced. But she remains on the March 2nd primary ballot, and some say she could win. KERA's Bill Zeeble reports on what could happen next.
Texas Gas Prices Ease & Midday Roundup
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-04)
Texas retail gasoline prices eased this week for the third week in a row. The weekly AAA Texas survey shows unleaded regular is averaging $2.51 per gallon at Texas pumps, a nickel less than last week and back to Jan. 1 price levels.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-04)
Texas retail gasoline prices eased this week for the third week in a row. The weekly AAA Texas survey shows unleaded regular is averaging $2.51 per gallon at Texas pumps, a nickel less than last week and back to Jan. 1 price levels.
Rasmussen Poll Results
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-03)
If the Texas election for governor were held today, any of the three Republican candidates would defeat Democratic frontrunner Bill White. That's according to a Rasmussen poll conducted Monday.
Dallas, TX
(2010-02-03)
If the Texas election for governor were held today, any of the three Republican candidates would defeat Democratic frontrunner Bill White. That's according to a Rasmussen poll conducted Monday.
