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In today's newsletter:

  • Why Dallas police are stepping up Hanukkah security tonight
  • Can the Stars avenge their overtime loss to the Kings tonight?
  • Why a North Texas officer is jailed on a serious child charge

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📰 News we're reading

1. Dallas police remain vigilant after Brown University, Australia shootings (cbsnews.com) — Dallas police say there are no credible threats to the city but are boosting security and visibility around Hanukkah events after deadly shootings in Australia and at Brown University. The department’s Fusion Center is coordinating with national partners and providing real-time intelligence to officers as they monitor any potential local impacts.
   

2. Stars-Kings preview: Dallas looks to bounce back from ugly loss last time out (dallasnews.com) — If you’re heading downtown tonight, the Dallas Stars host the Los Angeles Kings at 7 p.m. at American Airlines Center, where Dallas boasts a strong 10-5-1 home record. With the Stars leading the Western Conference in power-play goals, fans can watch on Victory+ or listen on Sportsradio 96.7/1310 The Ticket as Dallas looks to avenge an earlier overtime loss to LA.
   

3. Lewisville police officer arrested on child sex assault charge, officials say (wfaa.com) — Dallas-area readers should know a Lewisville police officer has been arrested and placed on leave after authorities say he was found in a public place with a 16-year-old, prompting parallel criminal and internal investigations. He’s being held in Rockwall County on a $100,000 bond while Lewisville’s police chief promises a decisive response as more facts emerge.
   

4. Dallas Jewish community marks Hanukkah amid grief after deadly antisemitic attack in Australia (wfaa.com) — Dallas’ Jewish community gathered at SMU for a public menorah lighting, holding Hanukkah celebrations under tight security after a deadly antisemitic shooting in Sydney. Campus and Dallas police increased vigilance around religious gatherings, even as authorities reported no specific threats in Dallas, and local leaders emphasized resilience and gratitude for protection.
   

5. City council considers moving city elections to save money and increase voter turnout (news4sanantonio.com) — Dallas is held up as a model as San Antonio leaders debate moving their city elections from May to November, a shift Dallas, Austin, and Houston have already made. Supporters say November dates boost turnout and could save San Antonio up to $1 million, while some council members want more public input before voting this week.
   

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