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Grand Prairie man sentenced to prison for federal human smuggling conspiracy
A Grand Prairie man known as “Sledge” received a 20-year federal prison sentence for recruiting drivers on Facebook and using WhatsApp to coordinate a human smuggling attempt in Texas while living in Col...
Grand Prairie police shooting suspect faces federal firearm charges
Federal charges have been filed against 30-year-old Malik Williams after he allegedly fired an AR-15 at Grand Prairie police officers during a pursuit triggered by a domestic violence call in North Texas.
Grand Prairie Falls For Abbott’s Favorite Trick, Cancels Muslim Waterpark Celebration
Grand Prairie canceled a private event for Muslims after state funding was threatened by Greg Abbott, who may be taking Donald Trump's lead.
Grand Prairie cancels Eid event at Epic Waters amid Abbott criticism, backlash
A Eid celebration at Epic Waters was canceled after Gov. Greg Abbott called it unconstitutional and warned the city of losing $530,000 in grants.
North Texas lawmaker organizes petition to governor for canceled Grand Prairie religious celebration State...
State pressure over the canceled Eid celebration is drawing criticism from civil rights advocates and North Texas community leaders.
North Texas Muslim gala highlights diversity amid recent controversial canceled Muslim event, which prompte...
The gala comes days after a separate private event in Grand Prairie celebrating a Muslim holiday was canceled following criticism from Texas Governor Greg Abbott.
Grand Prairie Muslim celebration organizer says city didn't reach out ahead of cancelation
The city ordered the event at a city-owned water park to be canceled following Greg Abbott's threats to pull funding.
Grand Prairie firefighter’s husband detained by ICE after routine check-in
A Grand Prairie firefighter is pleading for the release of her husband, a Venezuelan asylum seeker with no criminal record who was detained by ICE during a routine immigration check-in.
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FORT WORTH, Texas — The city of Grand Prairie canceled a Muslim celebration Wednesday that had been planned for the city-owned Epic Waters after Gov. Greg Abbott called the event
Grand Prairie cancels Muslim event at water park under pressure from Gov. Abbott
In a letter sent Wednesday, Governor Abbott said to cancel the private Eid al-Adha event scheduled for June or lose $530,000 in state grants.
Muslim celebration at Grand Prairie water park canceled after Gov. Abbott threatens to pull city funding
A planned celebration of an important Muslim holiday at a Grand Prairie water park has been canceled after backlash from Texas Governor Greg Abbott over religious discrimination.
Texas water park forced to ditch ‘Muslims-only’ day after Abbott threatens to pull funding
Epic Waters in Grand Prairie cancelled the June 1 event that celebrates the religious holiday Eid al-Adha, after the Texas governor threatened to defund the city.
Grand Prairie cancels "Eid" event after Gov. Greg Abbott threatens to pull funding Texas governor says "Mus...
Texas governor says "Muslim only" advertising violated civil‑rights laws; city halts June 1 celebration at Epic Waters.
Grand Prairie cancels Muslim event at water park under pressure from Gov. Abbott
In a letter sent Wednesday, Governor Abbott said to cancel the private Eid al-Adha event scheduled for June or lose $530,000 in state grants.
Man recovering after shooting at police officer from a stolen car
Grand Prairie Police say a man fired an AR-15 at an officer from a disabled stolen car. The officer returned fire and the suspect surrendered.
Taxpayer-funded Texas waterpark announces 'Muslim only' day featuring modest dress and Halal-slaughtered meat
Epic Waters in Grand Prairie, Texas sparked backlash after promoting a Muslim-only day to celebrate Eid, including forcing attendees to
Suspect in Texas hospitalized after shooting following vehicle theft, police chase
A suspect wanted on multiple felonies was shot and hospitalized after allegedly stealing a vehicle at gunpoint and firing an AR-15-style rifle at a Grand Prairie police officer following a brief chase.
Grand Prairie voters approve funding for local projects, per unofficial results
Grand Prairie voters headed to the polls to decide whether to grant the city up to $327 million in bond funding for local projects. As of Sunday morning, all proposals appear to have been approved, although...