Steven Dial

Dallas

General Assignment Reporter at KDFW-TV (Dallas, TX)

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Texas GOP, Dems on school funding, THC ban

2 weeks ago | fox4news.com | Steven Dial

Texas Senator Royce West (D-Dallas) and Rep. Brian Harrison (R-Waxahachie) to talk about the wins and losses of Texas' 89th Legislative Session.
THC gummies led to Prosper graduation party medical emergencies, report says

3 weeks ago | fox4news.com | Steven Dial

By Steven Dial and Tracy DeLatte Published June 6, 2025 2:43pm CDT PROSPER, Texas - The two teenagers arrested in connection with the medical emergencies at a Prosper graduation party allegedly purchased THC gummies at a Plano smoke shop and resold them to other teens at the event. Prosper Graduation Party Arrests What's new: Newly released police documents are shedding more light on what happened at an overnight graduation party that was held on May 17 in Prosper.
THC gummies led to Prosper graduation party medical emergencies, report says

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Steven Dial

The BriefThe Prosper teens linked to the medical emergencies at an overnight graduation party allegedly brought THC gummies to the event. The teens told police they bought the gummies at a Plano smoke shop, though the shop owner denies selling to the minors. The incident further highlights the ongoing debate in Texas over banning edible THC products, with a bill currently awaiting the governor's signature.
DOJ settlement ends Texas in-state tuition for undocumented students

3 weeks ago | fox4news.com | Steven Dial

DOJ ends Texas in-state tuition for the undocumented A legal settlement between the U.S. Department of Justice and Texas will end in-state college tuition for undocumented students, a program that has been in place for nearly 25 years. The U.S. Department of Justice and the state of Texas reached a settlement for the state to stop providing in-state tuition for undocumented students. The program has been a state law since 2001.
North Dallas murder: Mother's week of pleas led to suspect's arrest

3 weeks ago | fox4news.com | Steven Dial

Man charged after woman found dead in North Dallas Teray Montrell Sam has been charged for murder after police found Olivia Rodriguez dead in a North Dallas apartment. DALLAS - Dallas police are investigating after a 30-year-old woman was found dead inside an apartment near Forest Lane and Highway 75. Olivia Rodriguez' mother, Judy Garza, told FOX 4 that she reached out to Dallas police for more than a week, saying she feared something had happened.
Texas THC Ban on Abbott's desk as veto pressure mounts

3 weeks ago | fox4news.com | Steven Dial

As the 89th legislative session came to an end on Monday, many priority republican bills cleared the House and Senate, including a total ban on recreational legal THC. But there’s pressure on Gov. Abbott to veto the bill. With the session officially over, the clock starts for Gov. Abbott to sign or veto Senate Bill 3. Abbott could also let the clock run out and let it become law without his signature. SB3 debate On Monday, dueling press conferences took place over Senate Bill 3.
Texas THC Ban on Abbott's desk as veto pressure mounts

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Steven Dial

The BriefTexas' 89th legislative session has ended, with a bill banning recreational THC products (Senate Bill 3) passing both the House and Senate. Governor Abbott now has until June 22nd to sign, veto, or allow the bill to become law without his signature. The bill faces opposition from veterans and hemp farmers who argue against the ban, while doctors, other veterans, and lawmakers support it due to safety concerns.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick on legislative session

3 weeks ago | fox4news.com | Steven Dial

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick talks with FOX 7's Rudy Koski about where things stand as the end of the legislative session approaches. Then, FOX 4's Steven Dial talks to Texas Democratic Party chairman Kendall Scudder about his opinion of the session.
Bill passes to legalize school payments to Texas student athletes

4 weeks ago | fox4news.com | Steven Dial

DALLAS - A bill that opens the door for universities in Texas to pay college athletes is headed to the governor’s desk. For decades, the NCAA has forbidden schools from paying athletes directly. But that firewall appears to be crumbling. Pay for Play Jahdae Barron #23 of the Texas Longhorns celebrates after tackling Wyatt Wieland #11 of the Wyoming Cowboys in the second half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 16, 2023 in Austin, Texas.
Bill passes to legalize school payments to Texas student athletes

4 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Steven Dial

The BriefA bill allowing Texas universities to directly pay college athletes has passed in the Texas Legislature and is headed to the governor's desk. This bill is in response to an NCAA settlement involving payments to college athletes nationwide. If signed, the law takes effect on Sept. 1. The NCAA settlement approval is also expected this fall. DALLAS - A bill that opens the door for universities in Texas to pay college athletes is headed to the governor’s desk.