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Robbie Hoy 2/3/16; Cutting the Cord (or cable in this case)

Robbie Hoy 2/3/16; Cutting the Cord (or cable in this case)

I haven’t had cable in several months, it’s way too expensive.  I miss it sometimes, but I don’t feel like I’m missing out on much.  There are times when I really wish I had cable, like on Sundays when I can’t watch football, or if my beloved Chicago Cubs are playing a network baseball game. …MORE

Mickey Briggs 1/6/15; Everyone Came Together

When I was out and about covering the tornadoes I was able to witness first hand, the effort from volunteers who were backing up the first responders in Rowlett and Garland. The Community Emergency Response Team that showed up at Fire Station 1 in Rowlett were a group of people from all walks of life…MORE

Marna Davis 12/29/15; Different Tragedy, Same Prayer

Marna Davis 12/29/15; Different Tragedy, Same Prayer

I’ve covered lots of tragedies during my years as a reporter: Fires, earthquakes, gas explosions, shootings, hostage situations, bombings and tornadoes to name a few. Something struck me the other day when I was talking to families in Garland who lost their homes to the tornado. Every person whose life is in danger has the…MORE