FAA slaps 2 more travelers with thousands in fines over flight disruptions
The Federal Aviation Administration said one traveler swore at crew members and slammed overhead bins before takeoff, and that the other refused to wear a face mask and blew his nose in a blanket.
Rental scooters could make comeback to Downtown Dallas this fall
Rental scooters could make a comeback in Downtown Dallas. One company made its pitch to city leaders with safety measures designed to keep riders off the sidewalks.
Proposed fee on home, retail construction would fund Dallas road projects
The proposed Dallas road construction fee would raise the price of a single-family home by $4,200 while the fee for a new shopping center would top $100,000.
White House issuing reports on US states' infrastructure needs amid push for $2.3T plan
President Joe Biden is scheduled to meet Monday with Republican and Democratic lawmakers and can use the state-by-state summaries to show that his plan would help meet their constituents' needs.
Biden eyes $3 trillion package for infrastructure, schools, families
President Biden's next big priority is a $3 trillion package that would help develop roads and hospitals, along with family-friendly policies focusing on education and paid family leave.
Getting around a challenge as historic snow storm paralyzes North Texas
The roads around Dallas were covered in snow and a challenge to move on as the city was hit by one of the biggest winter weather events in recent memory.
Dallas council committee mulls new $300 million bond for street improvements
Dallas voters approved more than half a billion dollars for street repairs just a few years ago. Now some on the council think the city should ask for an additional $300 million.
Collin County officials delay vote on land for proposed Highway 380 bypass
Monday’s vote would have authorized land purchases, including the use of eminent domain, even though TxDOT is several years away from moving forward.
Thanksgiving travelers keep Dallas Love Field busy
Passengers at Dallas Love Field said they have concerns about traveling due to COVID-19 and deciding to fly during Thanksgiving was a difficult decision.
Whale tail sculpture catches runaway train
The driver of a metro train escaped injury when the front carriage rammed through the end of an elevated section of rails and was caught by a sculpture of a whale's tail.
Delta bans hundreds of passengers for refusing to wear masks
Delta says it has banned over 400 passengers from flying who refused to wear a mask.
DeSoto helps residents with suspended driver’s licenses get back on road
Occupational licenses will be granted to DeSoto residents with suspended licenses who qualify so they can drive to and from work.
Scooters may be allowed to return soon to Dallas, city council says
The Dallas director of transportation says he may give scooter operators the green light to return with a temporary permit soon after a public meeting set for next Thursday. But some worry that is too soon.
High-speed train between Dallas and Houston gets federal approval
The high-speed train that promises to transport passengers between Dallas and Houston in 90 minutes has been approved by the Federal Railroad Administration, according to Texas Central Railroad, the company in charge of the project.
Dallas mayor questions city's decision to end electric rental scooter program
The city of Dallas abruptly announced it plans to halt its electric scooter program effective Wednesday.
American Airlines to drop flights to 15 cities in the fall
Fort Worth-based American Airlines will drop flights to 15 smaller U.S. cities in October when a federal requirement to serve those communities ends.
Dallas council delays vote on controversial proposed soccer fields under elevated downtown freeway
Dallas City Councilmembers on Wednesday delayed a vote on a proposed set of soccer fields under an elevated highway in downtown Dallas after questions over the no-bid contract involved.
Dallas City Council considers plan for soccer fields under downtown elevated highway
Dallas City Council members still have a lot of questions about plans to put soccer fields under a stretch of highway near downtown.
Travelers are owed refunds for canceled flights, Department of Transportation says
The Department of Transportation issued an enforcement notice for airlines to give refunds to travelers whose flights were canceled due to COVID-19.
North Texas Uber driver under quarantine denied promised paid sick leave
A North Texas Uber driver was out of work and off the ride-sharing platform after being told to quarantine at home.