Rebecca Heliot, MBA

Police being armed with combat tourniquets

Tourniquets designed to save the lives of soldiers on the battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan are now being deployed on the streets of Houston to provide crucial first aid to crime victims and injured officers.

Great-grandmother worries about future after caretaker slain

Eating disorders present a long-term challenge

More than four years later, when a trigger arises, Faye calls a friend, watches a favorite...

Cloud Riders fuse positive hip-hop and art

Rent control law unknown to those most affected

Although the National Assembly has recently passed a rent control law aimed at protecting low-income earners and students, some of those who could be impacted the most are not aware of what this legislation could mean for them if it is implemented.

Small agencies miss out as market goes online

Small agencies miss out as market goes online Before the recent construction boom, small real estate agencies were scattered throughout Phnom Penh. These small, often unregistered companies with few staff found a niche in the market primarily through word of mouth and referrals from previous clients.

Tamaleria Nuevo Leon owners bring authentic tamales, tacos to Richardson

When Antonio and Doris Quintanilla met, they had two things in common: their culture and their love for cooking.

Dallas ISD sends central office staff to help in classrooms

A number of Dallas ISD central office staff members have been reassigned to temporary teaching positions in the district in wake of a teacher shortage, according to a press release. "We've been working very hard to make sure that we've been putting quality educators in front of our students in the classroom," said Steven Jackson, DISD director of human capital.

Tornado warnings possible for Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex during Nov. 4 thunderstorm

An official with the National Weather Service said strong winds are expected during a thunderstorm slated to last from the morning into the evening Nov. 4. National Weather Service Meteorologist Bianca Garci said commuters should plan for the possibility of damaging winds and a possible tornado warning Nov.

Flash flood warning in effect across Dallas; rain expected to continue into evening

Flash flood warnings in Dallas and parts of Richardson have been extended until 4 p.m. Aug. 22 while a flood watch is in effect until 8 p.m. According to the National Weather Service, the Dallas-area is expected to receive light rainfall into the evening and tomorrow.

BuzzBrews Kitchen offers an inclusive space in Dallas

On the corner of Live Oak and Skillman streets, a restaurant-part diner, part Irish pub, part event venue-offers a unique experience with a melting pot of patrons. Ernest Belmore Jr. started his career as a classically trained French chef in the 1990s before leaving the industry to work in real estate.

State disaster declared as historic weather event caused flooding across Dallas

The weather caused extensive flooding in the city with some areas in East Dallas receiving up to 15 inches of floodwater, according to the National Weather Service. Gov. Greg Abbott is seeking federal assistance for flood damages caused by the storm.

Language classes open new doors

The Goethe-Institut offers students the chance to learn German and much more When Sokna Prum first began learning German many years ago, she never expected the opportunities it would open up for her. After listening to a former boss converse in German with his son, her interest was piqued, and soon after, she began taking lessons to learn the language.

Sochi street dog Stetson lands in Houston

Before the 2014 Olympic Winter Games in Sochi, Russia, officials announced that street...

Community celebrates new additions at Willie B. Johnson Recreation Center in Dallas

City officials and community leaders hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Nov. 1 for the grand reopening of the Willie B. Johnson Recreation Center following an $8.8 million redesign. The recreation facility's improvements were financed through the city's 2017 bond program. Robb P.

Mixed-use project at local shopping center attracts business, traffic to Lake Highlands

Ongoing development in the Lake Highlands Village Shopping Center is attracting new businesses to the area while developers seek partners for residential and commercial projects. The 20-acre shopping center, located off Skillman Street near Audelia Road, will be a mix of retail, office space and townhomes upon completion, which is expected to be sometime in 2024.