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Cases dismissed against man who allegedly shot Dallas artist – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

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7 months ago

November 29, 2023

www.nbcdfw.com – Meredith Yeomans – 2023-11-29 16:42:17

SUMMARY: Dallas artist Tony Lechuga spent months in the hospital after being shot twice while jogging in east Dallas. Police say he was caught between feuding gangs, but charges against the alleged shooter were dismissed. Lechuga, 38, faced recovery from multiple surgeries after being shot in the abdomen and back. He felt victimized again and was angry and enraged. Despite this, Lechuga returned to his art studio, where he is currently working on a project inspired by the flowers he received in the hospital. For Lechuga, his recovery began when he was able to come back to his studio.

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Airport travel: TSA sets new record after screening over 3 million travelers during the 4th of July holiday weekend

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1 hour ago

July 8, 2024

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abc13.com – WABC – 2024-07-08 10:25:21

SUMMARY: The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has set a new record by screening 3,013,413 travelers at U.S. airports on Sunday, July 7. This milestone surpasses the previous record of just under 3 million screenings achieved on June 23. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, praised TSA’s efficiency, professionalism, and respect for travelers during the busy July 4th holiday weekend. Anticipating high travel volumes, the agency expected to screen around 32 million travelers between June 27 and July 8.

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Buda buys land for new park east of I-35

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2 hours ago

July 8, 2024

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www.kxan.com – Tom Miller – 2024-07-08 09:34:01

SUMMARY: The city of Buda, Texas, has purchased 30 acres of land for $6.1 million to develop “Eastside Park,” which will be its 15th park facility. Located off Hillside Terrace near the Green Meadows subdivision, this new park aims to address the growing population on the east side of I-35. Buda City Manager Micah Grau emphasized the importance of preserving this land before further development. Funding comes from an $89 million bond for transportation and park improvements, along with contributions from a 2020 Hays County parks bond. The park currently features open space and stock ponds, with future plans for neighborhood connectivity.

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1 Killed in Far North Dallas Car Crash

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3 hours ago

July 8, 2024

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www.wbap.com – – 2024-07-08 09:20:30

SUMMARY: A deadly crash in far North Dallas is under investigation. The incident occurred around 2 a.m. near Arapaho and Preston Roads. Police reported that the victim's body was found pinned beneath a car after it collided with a light pole. Investigators believe the SUV driver lost control, hitting one light pole and landing on another. The driver attempted to flee but was quickly detained nearby. The crash is being thoroughly investigated.