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Happy New Year 2024

Happy New Year 2024 to Other Side Dallas readers across the city and county of Dallas and hopes for a prosperous year.

As always he will continue to bring you the news you want and request. Our biggest stories in 2023 were stories that have resonated since 2020.

Happy New Year 2024

We know that covering news that matters – particularly for the 2024 elections – is important to voters.

Our goal is to continue looking under the rocks the mainstream doesn’t have time to consider.

If there are stories we need to know about, please send us a message.

Some of our biggest stories came about because readers sent us information that we followed.

Happy New Year 2024

More than anything know we want to help you get relevant Dallas news in 2024 and beyond.

Thank you for being our partner on this journey.

Other Side Dallas will be your source for Dallas local breaking news in 2024.

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Best Of 2023

Best Of 2023

Best Of 2023 from Other Side Dallas includes surprised topics that we would not have predicted in January.

The biggest stories by pageviews on Other Side Dallas for included two stories from 2022 and one from 2020. This year Other Side Dallas hit 100,000 views per month for the first time.

Best Of 2023

The biggest stories of the year by pageview are…

  1. Friday the 13th Attack Warning
  2. Deion Sanders (2022 story)
  3. Sanders Ordered To Pay For Brutal Assault (2022 story)
  4. US Attorney In Amateur Hotwife Porn (2020 story)
  5. Hillcrest Nazis

The plan is to continue covering news that matters – particularly for the 2024 elections – this coming year.

We believe that journalism means sometimes you have to print things that are uncomfortable for our readers.

Best Of 2023

We have not done public relations and don’t plan to start in 2024.

Best Of 2023

In 2024, Other Side Dallas will continue writing about Dallas local breaking news as we can throughout 2024.

We will see you in 2024.

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Merry Christmas 2023

Merry Christmas 2023 to our many readers and supporters who have watched these pages for news about Dallas City Council and police activity.

Merry Christmas 2023

For those who watched us become more covering local arts and culture, food, and music, we are grateful.

As always, we hope you will remember the many front line responders (police, fire, EMS) and hospital workers who work today to bring you safety.

Remember them as you enjoy your day of gifts, food, and friendship.

Merry Christmas 2023 – More In Store For 2024

Other Side Dallas will continue writing about Dallas local breaking news as we can throughout 2024.

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Southwest Fined $140M

Southwest Fined $140M for 2022 holiday “meltdown” which was impetus for nearly 17,000 flight cancellations and 2 million stranded passengers.

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) consent order resolves a lengthy government investigation into the Christmas travel disruption.

Southwest Fined $140M

The settlement requires both a cash fine and vouchers or payments to passengers affected by the delay.

Passengers should know that vouchers will be only awarded “upon request,” Southwest said.

Southwest Fined $140M For Failing Consumer Protection

DOT found Southwest violated multiple consumer protection laws by failing to provide adequate customer service assistance.

This occurred “via its call center to hundreds of thousands of customers” as well as failing to provide prompt flight status notifications.

Other Side Dallas will provide Dallas local breaking news and other local business news updates as able.

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Bazaldua Stands With Hamas

Bazaldua stands with Hamas in a new resolution supporting a resolution on the Israeli Palestinian war started October 7.

Adam Bazaldua represents Dallas City Council district 7.

Bazaldua says he believes its crucial for elected leaders to be balanced if they are going to discuss international issues.

Bazaldua Stands With Hamas

Dallas City Council previously passed a resolution supporting Israel after the October 7 massacre.

That attack resulted in more than one thousand dead and several hundred killed.

It is unclear what effect Bazaldua’s resolution would have on international relations.

It is noteworthy that Bazaldua’s resolution does not address hostages still under Hamas terrorists’ control.

District 12 representative Cara Mendolsohn asked the same question and why he doesn’t ask for Hamas unconditional surrender.

Bazaldua Stands With Hamas – Unknown Why

At the same time Bazaldua is pushing resolutions, crime is up throughout Dallas and murder numbers far outweigh Fort Worth.

Dallas also is on pace for 18,000 automobile thefts this year – most of which are not investigated.

Beyond those bread and butter issues, Bazaldua missed multiple recent Nazi appearances in Dallas, including by Barry Young.

It is not clear if Bazaldua means to tie himself to these right wing anti-Semitic organizations or not.

Other Side Dallas will provide Dallas local breaking news about city council and other community events.

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Desoto ISD Blue Day?

Desoto ISD Blue Day

Desoto ISD Blue Day may be in store for students today as campus administrators catch wind of possible sick out today.

It is possible that up to a dozen teachers may participate in tomorrow’s blue day.

Desoto ISD Blue Day

A blue day is when a group of workers jointly call out sick to work.

Staff and teachers have noted in social media posts that Desoto ISD is not assisting with school discipline issues.

Desoto ISD Blue Day More Bad News For District?

In 2020 there was talk of a Texas Education Agency takeover due to financial mismanagement.

A special conservator was appointed for the Desoto TEA takeover, but this appears to be more bad news for the district.

It does not appear that the schools can be managed locally.

Other Side Dallas will provide Dallas local breaking news and other local business news updates as able.

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DMN Surprised By Pension

DMN Surprised By Pension

DMN surprised by pension mess they helped create with their electoral endorsements help in 2019 for current mayor, Eric Johnson.

DMN Surprised By Pension

Today’s oped brings another glimpse into the lack of reality that is the Dallas Morning News editorial team.

The morning PR post starts “First responders are there when we need them most. When someone calls 911, they are first on the scene…”

The ivory tower approach misses the regular concern of citizens who do not understand why officers do not respond.

They don’t respond for auto theft, burglary, and many other crimes – all of which is part of the current plan.

Exact crime figures are hard to know because Chief Garcia has gone out of his way to limit crime data for citizens and the media.

Meanwhile other city council members have gone along kicking the proverbial can down the road on pension funding.

The result is a $4 billion – with a B – shortfall, we reported on in August. The Dallas pension in crisis story is far from over.

DMN Surprised By Pension

DMN Surprised By Pension

Actuaries suggest the pension systems need an immediate infusion of $1.3B to stay afloat.

In August there was a suggestion for a half billion dollar pension obligation bond during city budget discussion.

These figures though require no promise of future fiscal sanity from the financial arsonists the newspaper continues to endorse.

Other Side Dallas expects voters will see a November ballot question to take on more debt while the city wastes funds on politically expedient projects.

Other Side Dallas will provide Dallas local breaking news and other community news updates when able.

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Fraud Free Holiday 2023

Fraud free holiday 2023 tips are being disseminated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and consumer groups to protect you this year.

Local FBI offices say Texans need to remain vigilant against criminals who care less about giving and more about stealing.

Shoppers looking for a good deal this holiday season need to be aware of aggressive and deceptive scams. They are designed by criminals to steal money and personal information.

According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), Texas residents lost over $763 million to fraudsters just in 2022, including nearly $20 million in phishing and non-delivery scams.

Fraud Free Holiday 2023

Caveat Emptor – Buyers Beware

Criminals frequently offer too-good-to-be-true deals via phishing e-mails, text messages, and online surveys. These are designed to steal personal information.

The bottom line for consumers: if a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is!

Stay clear of unfamiliar sites offering unrealistic discounts on brand-name merchandise.

Consumers should also remain skeptical of social media posts offering special deals, vouchers, or gift cards.

These scams frequently lead consumers to online surveys designed to steal personal information.

Before you click on a social media advertisement or provide credit card information, check the legitimacy of the website through independent research.

Without practicing vigilance, shoppers may end up paying for an item, giving away personal information, and receive nothing in return except a compromised identity.

General Financial Safety

Secure Your Passwords

Regularly update and strengthen your passwords using phrases and special characters. Avoid reusing passwords across different accounts and consider using a password manager to store and automate your sign-ins.

Don’t share your account information

Never share your passwords, multi-factor authentication (MFA) codes, or any sensitive account information with strangers. Bluevine representatives won’t ask for your sign-in information—ever.

Monitor Your Financial Health This Holiday Season

Keep an eye on your transaction history in your financial account dashboards.

You should also check your FICO score, credit history, and inquiries through one of the three major credit bureaus.

If you notice any suspicious activity, contact support and place a hold on your personal credit through TransUnion, Equifax, or Experian.

Turn On Account Alerts

Activate account alerts on your financial accounts. Most accounts will allow you to enable alerts for ATM withdrawals, debit card transactions, payments sent, and more.

Fraud Free Holiday 2023 Information

Other Side Dallas will provide Dallas local breaking news and community consumer updates when appropriate.

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Allen West Is Back

Allen West is back – running for Dallas County Republican Committee Chairman. He is a former Congressman and ran for Governor in 2022.

Allen West Is Back

West also previously served as state party chairman for the Texas Republican Party. He left that post early to run for governor, despite promises he would not.

Dallas County has two remaining GOP seats in the state House of Representatives.

Those seats are in House Districts 108 and 112. They are held by state Reps. Morgan Meyer (R-Dallas) and Angie Chen Button (R-Garland).

Meyer is being challenged from within the GOP. Former city council candidate Barry Wernick filed for 108 in November.

Allen West has criticized both Republican elected representatives despite them maintaining their seats in blue Dallas.

Allen West Is Back, But Why?

West hosted a campaign kickoff at Richland College yesterday.

Lieutenant Colonel West self describes as a constitutional conservative and combat veteran.

His time as Chairman of the Texas Republican Party was sewn with division and now debt. He was in often public spats with his Vice Chair Cat Parks.

Other Side Dallas will provide Dallas local breaking news updates as they are available.

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Dallas Phishing Costs Big Money

Dallas Phishing Costs Big

Dallas phishing costs big to county taxpayers to the tune of $2.4 million after an employee wired the funds.

Last week, Dallas County Commissioners were briefed on a potential fraudulent payment that was wired by a county employee.

The employee reportedly received a fake email message impersonating one of the county’s partners.

Dallas Phishing Costs Big

The phishing email convinced the county employee to wire almost $2.5 million.

Per Dallas County Administrator, Darryl Martin, the county became aware of the incident on November 17. They are cooperating with the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

How To Give Away $2M?

Texas law requires all government employees to undergo cyber security awareness training. This training includes learning on how to spot phishing emails.

Dallas County has not responded to whether or not this county employee has gone through this training.

Dallas Phishing Costs Big – Not Only Time

In October, hackers gained access into Dallas County servers and stole an unknown amount of data.

County officials claim this incident is not related to the October Dallas County ransomware attack.

Other Side Dallas will provide Dallas local breaking news updates as they are available.

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