Inspectors who visited Southwestern Seminary on April 7 say they will recommend lifting SACSCOC sanctions, President David S. Dockery wrote; the accreditor’s board still must vote. The decision now rests with the commission’s trustees after a multi‑year monitoring process.

Sunny and warm Thursday with highs near 81°F. Storm chances increase into the weekend, with Sunday the wettest day.

The original FIFA World Cup trophy stops at the Cotton Bowl April 25–26 with free, timed photo sessions and fan activations. Tickets are available via Coca‑Cola.

An Everman resident won $1 million after a Powerball ticket bought at a Walmart in Arlington matched five white balls in the March 14 drawing. The retailer may be eligible for a $10,000 bonus under state rules.

Authorities identified Theadus De Esting Gaines, 62, as the man killed in a March 31 hit-and-run on the LBJ service road; investigators say the driver fled the scene.

Repeated outages have cost downtown Celina merchants tens of thousands and forced businesses to scramble while Oncor rolls out upgrades.

A midnight 1960 storm in Kopperl, Texas—dubbed "Satan's Storm"—is still remembered for a reported 140°F spike, though modern records treat that number as unverified. The event is a classic heat‑burst story with lasting local lore.

Clear and mild this morning in Dallas with highs near 80°F. Showers and storms are likely this weekend, with a risk for strong storms and flooding.

Earthx2026 convenes April 20–22 at the Hilton Anatole with a local-first program focused on heat, water, transportation and the sustainability footprint of the 2026 World Cup.

A suspicious package on Pacific Avenue prompted road and transit closures across downtown, snarling the morning commute and shutting nearby DART stops.

Ruby Rodeo soft‑opened on the Denton Square and will celebrate a live‑music grand opening next Friday, bringing cocktails and small plates to downtown nightlife.

The Lancaster Firefighter Association says staffing shortfalls are producing slower or reduced emergency responses; city officials say reviews and recent purchases tell a different story.

Sunny, mild midweek with highs in the mid‑70s. Humidity and a rising chance of thunderstorms arrive this weekend, peaking Sunday.