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By Sarah Blaskovich
An injury was enough to send one contestant home. While that could have counted as this week's elimination, the show's producers decided to also knock out the contestant with the lowest votes.
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009
By Pegasus News wire
Yes, it is strange that we're comparing "which is safer" for two types of cigarettes. So let's be clear, neither are good for you.
Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009
By Pegasus News wire
She and another person were arrested after shouting while a pro-choice supporter was praised.
Monday, July 13, 2009
By Pegasus News wire
Delegates will represent Texas and vote on resolutions, party platform, and leadership.
Monday, July 13, 2009
By Pegasus News wire
Time to drop off your tray of "Welcome to Dallas" rice krispie treats.
Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009
By Pegasus News wire
The National Financial Literacy Act of 2009 will provide incentives to financial institutions, small businesses and corporations to provide financial education to their customers and employees.
Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009
By Pegasus News wire
The Wildcat Wranglers will perform at the Texas State Society's Black Tie & Boots Inaugural Ball in Washington.
Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009
But do they really care about cleaning up America?
By Pegasus News wire
While the Obama Bar might not be what you first expect, it does, in fact, originate in Deep Ellum.
Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009
By Staff
Bill Lawrence is organizing an exploratory committee for a possible run for Governor or U.S. Senator.
Saturday, Dec. 20, 2008
By Andrew Laska
In Richardson, despite surges in early voting which many pundits said favored the Democrats, voters chose John McCain over Barack Obama by a margin of 56.5% to 42.0% of the vote.
Monday, Dec. 8, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
Airline offers more service into Baltimore/Washington and Washington Dulles.
Thursday, Nov. 27, 2008
By Nathan Morgan
In spite of clear notice on all registration forms, voters have obtained certification and cast ballots under fraudulent circumstances.
Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
After the election, many people want to know where to deposit the signs from their yards and business locations.
Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
Text messaging volumes jumped 44% following the 11 p.m. ET announcement.
Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008
By Marisa Treviño
Latina Lista Special Correspondent, Rebecca Aguilar, interviews a local Latina politician, Dr. Elba Garcia, who has some suggestions for Latinas, or anyone, who wants to run for political office.
Friday, Nov. 7, 2008
By Bryan Shettig
A Denton resident alleges that a Denton police officer taunted him Tuesday, telling him if he "voted for McCain" he could be let out of jail.
Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008
By Ed Bark
DFW viewers preferred WFAA8 most of the night, but CNN got the glory when Obama gave his victory speech.
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008
By Marisa Treviño
Latina Lista special correspondent, Rebecca Aguilar, spoke with people about why they were there, what the election of Barack Obama meant to them and the future of the country.
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
Incumbent Edwards defeated Rob Curnock (R) and Gardner C. Osborne (L) with 52.98% of the vote.
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
Davis (D) defeated incumbent Kim Brimer (R) and Richard A. Cross (L) with 49.89% of the vote.
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
Incumbent Burgess (R) defeated Ken Leach and Stephanie B. Weiss with 60.18% of the vote.
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008
By Alex Bentley
Sessions defeated Eric Roberson and Alex Bischoff, garnering 57.23% of the vote.
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
Marchant defeated Tom Love (D) and David A. Casey (L) with over 54% of the vote.
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
Barton defeated Ludwig Otto (D) and Max W. Koch, III (L) with over 59% of the vote.
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
Granger defeated Tracey Smith and Shiloh Sidney Shambaugh with 63.77% of the vote.
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
Incumbent Senator Cornyn defeated Rick Noriega and Yvonne Adams Schick with 54.77% of the vote.
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008
By Alex Bentley
Hensarling defeated Ken Ashby by a 79.50% - 20.50% margin.
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
I guess early voting is the in thing to do nowadays.
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
With day-by-day tallies for each of the 15 counties.
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
The poll results were announced two days after California governor (and Gold's Gym founding member) Arnold Schwarzenegger described Obama as "skinny" and "scrawny."
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008
By Teresa Gubbins
Some of our local citizenry share their returns-watching plans. Where will you be on Tuesday night?
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008
By Staff
Anyone with an "I Voted" sticker can get a free doughnut at Krispy Kreme, while Ben & Jerry's is offering free scoops to anyone, regardless of whether they voted, between 5 and 8 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 3, 2008
By Staff
More than half of the county’s registered voting populace (51 percent) turned out to cast their ballot.
Monday, Nov. 3, 2008
By Andrew Laska
Richardson was third only to Duncanville and Garland in early voting according to Dallas County election officials.
Monday, Nov. 3, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
... but not so much for the volunteers jumping through the voting office-mandated hoops.
Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
The Obama campaign says the paper's endorsement of his opponent had nothing to do with kicking them out. Uh-huh.
Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
Early voting this year served up a big can 'o whoop-ass.
Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
Of the 550 registered voters polled, 23% think that Barack Obama is a Muslim.
Friday, Oct. 31, 2008
By Pegasus News wire
It's a record Texas turnout already, and it ain't over 'til Joe the Plumber sings - which can't happen until he signs a recording contract.
Friday, Oct. 31, 2008
By Shawn Williams
Just bring in a sticker, voter registration, or a promise.
Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008
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