Brittani Moncrease

Dallas

Southern Dallas County Reporter at WFAA-TV (Dallas, TX)

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Residents plea for safety measures after fatal South Dallas crash during a street race

2 days ago | wfaa.com | Brittani Moncrease

DALLAS — South Second Avenue is unlike most South Dallas streets because, for a little more than a mile, there are no traffic lights. “It’s a freeway. It’s literally an expressway,” said South Dallas resident Jimmy Robinson. Although the speed limit is 30 miles per hour, Robinson says drivers always speed. “It’s frequent. There’s a lot of speed racing down through here,” Robinson said. Sunday evening, Robinson and his neighbor, Eldridge Cane, saw the worst happen.
Residents plea for safety measures after fatal South Dallas crash during a street race

2 days ago | wfaa.com | Brittani Moncrease

DALLAS — South Second Avenue is unlike most South Dallas streets because, for a little more than a mile, there are no traffic lights. “It’s a freeway. It’s literally an expressway,” said South Dallas resident Jimmy Robinson. Although the speed limit is 30 miles per hour, Robinson says drivers always speed. “It’s frequent. There’s a lot of speed racing down through here,” Robinson said. Sunday evening, Robinson and his neighbor, Eldridge Cane, saw the worst happen.
Community grieves slain Uber driver Tahirou Diallo and his lasting impact

5 days ago | wfaa.com | Brittani Moncrease

NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas — Three-year-old Ahmed Bobo may not understand why his mother cries, but the community comforting her does. They have been grieving the loss of the one who brought them together, 60-year-old Tahirou Diallo. “My heart is broken, and we are very hurt,” said Rabi Ba, Diallo’s niece. Diallo’s family told WFAA he was an Uber driver. On Wednesday, North Richland Hills Police said Diallo gave a ride to 30-year-old Kane Roden.
'I am livid' | South Dallas residents face SNAP benefits theft

6 days ago | wfaa.com | Brittani Moncrease

DALLAS — When Emma Jones thinks of community, she thinks of the Larry Johnson Recreation Center in South Dallas. “Just like they say, it takes a village and this is my village,” said Jones. She is a long-term South Dallas resident living in the Dixon Circle neighborhood. It was that village she turned to after losing her job in February. “I've been searching and searching for jobs for work,” said Jones.
Navarro County residents worry over crumbling railway bridge's safety

1 week ago | wfaa.com | Brittani Moncrease

NAVARRO COUNTY, Texas — Multiple times throughout each day, Navarro County residents said there’s a train traveling on the BNSF Railway. And it's not the trains that bother residents -- it’s a bridge. Residents shared photos of damage on the railway bridge located near the Richland-Chambers Reservoir. The concrete appears to be crumbling and breaking away. It can only be accessed by boat.
Oak Cliff mom Shurretta Metcalf wins boxing world title just days before turning 40 years old

1 week ago | wfaa.com | Brittani Moncrease

It takes grit and grind to juggle multiple hats. “I grew up here in Oak Cliff, South Oak Cliff, and I just was a person who had a lot of different hustles about me,” said Shurretta Metcalf, an Oak Cliff native. Metcalf wears boutique, salon and mobile bartending owner proudly, but no other title is greater than mom. “I try to show them that hey, you can be your own boss,” said Metcalf about her sons. Her oldest son was diagnosed with autism at a young age.
Pepper Square redevelopment debate intensifies, driving thousands to early vote

1 week ago | wfaa.com | Brittani Moncrease

DALLAS — Where Belt Line and Preston Roads meet is a crossroad years in conflict. “We believe we've got the facts on our side,” said Steven Nordseth, Save Pepper Square Neighborhood Association Treasurer. “We're tired of a whole lot of nothing,” said Sean Jensen, a Far North Dallas resident. The battle is over an aging shopping center known as Pepper Square and its future.
DeSoto ISD targets clearer path forward despite TEA's 2023 ratings

2 weeks ago | wfaa.com | Brittani Moncrease

DESOTO, Texas — This year’s theme for DeSoto ISD’s State of the District was “Constructing the Future.” Superintendent Usamah Rodgers, shared with community members and leaders the current status of the district and its goals for the future. This came after the Texas Education Agency released their 2023 ratings. TEA paused their grading after more than 100 districts filed a lawsuit over changes in standards.
DeSoto ISD's $199M bond aims to improve aging school facilities

2 weeks ago | wfaa.com | Brittani Moncrease

DESOTO, Texas — The eagle on DeSoto ISD’s seal is more than a mascot. “Eagles can soar in any condition,” said Kay Brown-Patrick, a DeSoto ISD parent. “It resembles and embodies exactly what DeSoto has done for the past 20 years.” That is how long it’s been since the district passed a bond package. “You wouldn’t go 20 years without maintenance to your car, your home,” Brown-Patrick said. She founded Emerging Leaders of DeSoto keeping residents engaged.
Catholic schools hope for improved enrollment as private school voucher bill awaits Governor Abbott's signature

2 weeks ago | wfaa.com | Brittani Moncrease

DALLAS — After a historic vote Thursday, the private school voucher bill will head to Governor Greg Abbott’s desk. In recent months, WFAA spoke to various public-school districts about their concerns for the program, but there has been little response from schools that could directly benefit. Lawmakers said private schools have a choice in whether or not to participate in the program, but many anticipate Catholic schools will. WFAA spoke with Bishop Michael Olson, Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth.