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CBS News
13 hours ago
- Climate
- CBS News
City of Dallas opens cooling centers, offers free AC units as summertime heat kicks in
The City of Dallas is offering relief to residents as the heat of summer arrives. Beginning June 16, Beat the Heat cooling centers are open for residents to escape the heat. Residents can also apply for portable AC units starting June 18. The cooling centers will provide a safe and comfortable place to stay cool and reduce the need for home electricity use during the hottest days of summer, according to the city. Cooling centers open in Dallas: Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center 2922 MLK, Jr. Blvd., Dallas, TX 75215 Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. West Dallas Multipurpose Center 2828 Fish Trap Rd., Dallas, TX 75212 Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Where to sign up for portable AC units in Dallas: Residents can also sign up for a portable AC unit, starting June 18. The city said quantities are limited and only one unit is allotted per household. MLK, Jr. Community Center: 214-670-8418 West Dallas Multipurpose Center: 214-670-6340
CBS News
08-05-2025
- Business
- CBS News
"Noctotourism" highlighted as Sacramento hosts summit on how to improve nightlife
SACRAMENTO — For the first time, Sacramento is hosting the Sociable City Summit. Leaders from across the country and other nations are here this week discussing ways to improve nighttime entertainment options. Edward Grant, with the City of Dallas, was one of those officials and experts in town. He's introducing the concept of noctourism, which is the creation of more after-hours festivals and entertainment to bring in more money from people from across the region and state. "They're there for that event, but then they're spending money at your restaurants, they're spending money at your hotels to stay overnight, they're spending money on transportation," Grant said. But increasing crowds at night can also create safety concerns. "Your potential for something to happen grows, and that's the risk part of it, but it's how we plan, prevent and respond to it that makes a difference," Grant said. Sacramento's nighttime economy manager, Tina Lee-Vogt, says the city is already working to expand evening entertainment options and safety. "I think, sometimes, that we focus so much on day tourism that we forget about the other 9-5," Lee-Vogt said. Last month, Sacramento created new permits that allow dancing, DJs and live music in places like wine bars, coffee shops and breweries. The city is also considering allowing people to drink alcohol in special zones outside bars and restaurants. "I think it's a great idea and it gives the ability to start socializing and to really not worry about pounding that drink as quickly as they normally would," Lee-Vogt said. State lawmakers are also considering a bill that would allow serving alcohol for two extra hours, extending the last call to 4 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
CBS News
07-05-2025
- CBS News
Dallas deputy marshal fatally shoots aggressive coyote near Reverchon Park, city says
A Dallas deputy marshal fatally shot an aggressive coyote near Reverchon Park on Tuesday afternoon after a citizen reported being approached by the animal while walking their dogs, the city said. The deputy marshal located the coyote, established a perimeter, and fired one round, killing it when it moved toward a populated area of the Katy Trail, according to the City of Dallas. (iStockphoto) The coyote's remains will be sent to a laboratory for testing. Dallas police are investigating the incident, following department policy when an officer discharges their weapon in the line of duty, officials said. No one was injured by the coyote, according to the city.
