Report looks at Texas border security spending
Billions of tax dollars later, it is not clear if Gov. Greg Abbott's stepped up border security has paid dividends. And that's because the state is not being open about how it spends all that money. Good Day talked to Perla Trevizo, a reporter with the Texas Tribune, Propublica and Marshall Project investigative team. She said she ran into a lot of walls trying to find the results of these crackdowns on supposed drug smugglers and illegal immigrants.
Billions of tax dollars later, it is not clear if Gov. Greg Abbott's stepped up border security has paid dividends. And that's because the state is not being open about how it spends all that money. Good Day talked to Perla Trevizo, a reporter with the Texas Tribune, Propublica and Marshall Project investigative team. She said she ran into a lot of walls trying to find the results of these crackdowns on supposed drug smugglers and illegal immigrants.
Discussion to focus on book bans, critical race theory and more
There is growing concern among some people about efforts to ban books and limit what Texas public school teachers can talk about in the classrooms. Good Day talked to Dr. George Mason, the senior pastor of Wilshire Baptist Church in Dallas, about an upcoming forum meant to help people discuss the topics with an open mind.
There is growing concern among some people about efforts to ban books and limit what Texas public school teachers can talk about in the classrooms. Good Day talked to Dr. George Mason, the senior pastor of Wilshire Baptist Church in Dallas, about an upcoming forum meant to help people discuss the topics with an open mind.
Extra: Coachella and celebrity Easter pics
Between Coachella and Easter, celebrities were out and about over the weekend. Good Day got the scoop from Dallas native, attorney and Extra correspondent Rachel Lindsay.
Between Coachella and Easter, celebrities were out and about over the weekend. Good Day got the scoop from Dallas native, attorney and Extra correspondent Rachel Lindsay.
Dog of the Day: Diesel
An energetic 2-year-old dog is looking for a new home. Diesel is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
An energetic 2-year-old dog is looking for a new home. Diesel is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
Reports: More foul language being used at work
Many people coming off a stretch of working at home return looking a bit more casual and sounding like they are in a bar. Career strategist Julie Bauke talks about whether business formal is out in favor of business casual in terms of dress, speech, memos and more.
Many people coming off a stretch of working at home return looking a bit more casual and sounding like they are in a bar. Career strategist Julie Bauke talks about whether business formal is out in favor of business casual in terms of dress, speech, memos and more.
War on Ukraine: Mariupol nears fall, Russian issues warning
A key city in Ukraine appears close to falling to Russia after relentless attacks. And, Russia has a warning for the United States. Good Day talk to Newsweek senior foreign policy writer Tom O'Connor about the latest in the War on Ukraine.
A key city in Ukraine appears close to falling to Russia after relentless attacks. And, Russia has a warning for the United States. Good Day talk to Newsweek senior foreign policy writer Tom O'Connor about the latest in the War on Ukraine.
TOROTalks Summit: Forward Towards Justice at Tarrant County College-South
Tarrant County College South is preparing for its"FORWARD TOWARDS JUSTICE SUMMIT." It's happening Thursday, April 21- Friday, April 22, 2022. The goal of the Forward Towards Justice summit is to present courageous, engaging, and practical ways to define, explore and apply forms of equity?as that idea becomes potentially manifest on our campus, in our classrooms, and in our community at large. Thursday, April 21st7-9pm A Conversation with Shaun King Friday, April 22nd8:00am-1:30pm Symposium Sessions and Keynotes https://sites.google.com/view/forwardtowardsjustice/register-here
Tarrant County College South is preparing for its"FORWARD TOWARDS JUSTICE SUMMIT." It's happening Thursday, April 21- Friday, April 22, 2022. The goal of the Forward Towards Justice summit is to present courageous, engaging, and practical ways to define, explore and apply forms of equity?as that idea becomes potentially manifest on our campus, in our classrooms, and in our community at large. Thursday, April 21st7-9pm A Conversation with Shaun King Friday, April 22nd8:00am-1:30pm Symposium Sessions and Keynotes https://sites.google.com/view/forwardtowardsjustice/register-here
Good Day Saturday
Former Dallas Cowboy Charles Haley talked with Good Day about his foundation, Tackle Tomorrow. Tackle Tomorrow is a non-profit organization founded in 2014 by five-time NFL Super Bowl Champion Haley and Bob Bowie, a Dallas Civic Leader, to provide resources and support to students who struggle to read and write across Dallas, TX. Next week the organization is launching a new website. We talked to them about wanting to bring in new volunteers to help with their mission. The foundation had a charity poker tournament?on April 7th, 2022 to fundraiser for the purpose of furthering the mission. http://tackletomorrow.com/
Former Dallas Cowboy Charles Haley talked with Good Day about his foundation, Tackle Tomorrow. Tackle Tomorrow is a non-profit organization founded in 2014 by five-time NFL Super Bowl Champion Haley and Bob Bowie, a Dallas Civic Leader, to provide resources and support to students who struggle to read and write across Dallas, TX. Next week the organization is launching a new website. We talked to them about wanting to bring in new volunteers to help with their mission. The foundation had a charity poker tournament?on April 7th, 2022 to fundraiser for the purpose of furthering the mission. http://tackletomorrow.com/
Earth Day Fashions
It is easy to find sustainable & trendy clothes. Holly Quartaro from Galleria Dallas shares some different styles for every occasion.
It is easy to find sustainable & trendy clothes. Holly Quartaro from Galleria Dallas shares some different styles for every occasion.
Lobster Benedict
Chef Chris Vogeli of III Forks shares his brunch recipe for Lobster Benedict.
Chef Chris Vogeli of III Forks shares his brunch recipe for Lobster Benedict.
Earth Day: Food Safety Tips
We are budget conscious and eco-conscious these days and dietitian Caroline Susie shares some tips to help you with both these days. Plus, some food storage tips to make sure you are being safe.
We are budget conscious and eco-conscious these days and dietitian Caroline Susie shares some tips to help you with both these days. Plus, some food storage tips to make sure you are being safe.
Women & Philanthropic Contributions
Kim Montez is with the The Dallas Foundation. She takes a look at the growth in wealth for women and how it impacts their giving to charities.
Kim Montez is with the The Dallas Foundation. She takes a look at the growth in wealth for women and how it impacts their giving to charities.
Dallas Mavericks gear up for first playoff game
The Dallas Mavericks host their first playoff series in more than a decade. Game 1 is Saturday at the American Airlines Center. Good Day's Hanna Battah is joining the pre-game celebration.
The Dallas Mavericks host their first playoff series in more than a decade. Game 1 is Saturday at the American Airlines Center. Good Day's Hanna Battah is joining the pre-game celebration.
Nasher Sculpture Center hosts free late-night event
Free live music, a movie and a chance to see one of the world's finest contemporary sculpture collections... it's all in one place Friday night. "Til Midnight at the Nasher returns at the Nasher Sculpture Center in Dallas.
Free live music, a movie and a chance to see one of the world's finest contemporary sculpture collections... it's all in one place Friday night. "Til Midnight at the Nasher returns at the Nasher Sculpture Center in Dallas.
Pet of the Day: Dash
There's a very fluffy bunny looking for a new home just in time for Easter. Dash is this week's SPCA of Texas Pet of the Day.
There's a very fluffy bunny looking for a new home just in time for Easter. Dash is this week's SPCA of Texas Pet of the Day.
Tell It To Tim: Border crisis, face masks and no baseball on TV
Bungling at the border and that's the way the ball bounces. It's Friday and time to Tell It To Tim.
Bungling at the border and that's the way the ball bounces. It's Friday and time to Tell It To Tim.
Thanks for the ride! Ed Wallace says goodbye to FOX 4
After 26 years of weekly car reviews on Good Day, car critic Ed Wallace is retiring. Here's a look back at some of Ed's reviews (and his hair styles) through the years.
After 26 years of weekly car reviews on Good Day, car critic Ed Wallace is retiring. Here's a look back at some of Ed's reviews (and his hair styles) through the years.
Ed Wallace: 2022 BMW i4 All Electric Car
It the end of the road for a long Friday tradition on Good Day. Car critic Ed Wallace gives his final review on FOX 4 after looking at the new luxury electric BMW i4.
It the end of the road for a long Friday tradition on Good Day. Car critic Ed Wallace gives his final review on FOX 4 after looking at the new luxury electric BMW i4.
New community park planned for Fair Park in Dallas
Good Day got a first look at a planned community park that will be on the grounds of Fair Park. It will be 14 acres next to the Dos Equis Pavillion.
Good Day got a first look at a planned community park that will be on the grounds of Fair Park. It will be 14 acres next to the Dos Equis Pavillion.
Garth Brooks brings stadium tour to North Texas
A one of a kind showman, Garth Brooks returns to North Texas in concert for the first time in seven years. It will be his first show at AT&T Stadium.
A one of a kind showman, Garth Brooks returns to North Texas in concert for the first time in seven years. It will be his first show at AT&T Stadium.