Episodes
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Back to School 2025: Tech that can detect shootings, concerns over AI, heart problems and screen time, plus where cell phones are banned in class
Labor Day is over, which means it's officially back to school for all of America. Here, we dive into the latest in topics, including tech that can save lives ... and shorten lifespans. Plus, how much help with homework is okay and how to teach your kids about AI.
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Trump pushes for Texas redistricting and California threatens one of its own in 'Game of Thrones' style tit-for-tat
Redistricting, not a word that sounds all that sexy until you find out what it means for everything from Medicaid payments to tax rates. President Donald Trump pushes for Texas to gain five seats for the GOP, and here's what that would mean for the rest of us.
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Where were the sirens? Questions rise in devastating Texas floods as hope wanes for more survivors
At least 89 people are dead in Texas after flash floods tore through over July 4th, wreaking havoc in the region and killing girls at a popular summer camp. Get the latest updates and insight from Texas leaders and reporters on the ground for KRLD Radio in Dallas, Texas.
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Difference Makers use dance to create a path of success
For almost 50 years the Dallas Black Theater Academy has been creating a path for success for students across North Texas. They're this week's KRLD DIfference Makers. Katricia Eaglan was only 14 when she saw dancers from the Dallas Black Theater. It opened her eyes. "It was my first time seeing…
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Difference Maker makes path to college graduation accessible for North Texas students
A first-generation college graduate is now helping to make the path to college graduation more accessible for North Texas students. He's this week's KRLD Difference Maker.
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Difference Maker family is passionate about helping others
A Fort Worth family is building a legacy working at the same place for close to 30 years. They're this week's KRLD Difference Makers.
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Difference Maker keeps son's legacy alive with 'Adam's Corner'
A North Texas mother's son was killed in combat, now she's making sure his legacy never dies. She's this week's KRLD Difference Maker.
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Restauranteur stays open during ice storm and helps stranded drivers
A neighborhood restaurant provided more than food during the winter storm, helping stranded drivers and making new friends. Here's this week's KRLD Difference Maker.
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Difference Maker makes life-saving kidney donation
She hadn't seen her high school friend in 20 years but she made a donation that saved her life. She's this week's KRLD Difference Maker. Megan Neitzal and Nono Osujee weren't much more than social media friends after graduating from Ursuline Academy of Dallas about 20 years ago, but in September...
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North Texas elite dancer boosts confidence of other kids with her nonprofit program
A North Texas teen is using fine arts to boost the confidence and creativity of other kids. She's this week's KRLD DIfference Maker.
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German man makes life-saving bone marrow donation to North Texas child
A North Texas boy with leukemia received bone marrow from a German man whom he’d never met. Joshua Coleman and DKMS are this week’s Difference Makers. Photo credit: Kim Leeson
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High school senior helps homeless people get off the streets
A high school senior is helping homeless people find recovery, and get off the streets. Here's this week's KRLD DIfference Maker. Photo Credit: Project Lorenzo
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Former pro skaters fighting food insecurity in South Dallas
A couple of former pro skateboarders created an urban farm to fight food insecurity and connect with their community. Here's this week's KRLD Difference Makers.
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North Texans give thanks to first responders on Thanksgiving at Statler hotel
For the fifth consecutive year, the Statler will be the host for Thanksgiving for Your Service, a tribute to our nation’s heroes presented by Centurion American Development Group and Operation Forever Free. On Thanksgiving Day, all active first responders, retired veterans, medical professionals,...
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North Texas artist uses murals to connect and inspire
A North Texan is using art to connect his community and create change. He's this week's KRLD Difference Maker. Images: Juan Velasquez
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Oak Cliff non-profit uses sneakers to spur success
An Oak Cliff non profit, helping high school students get new shoes and a new state of mind. They're this week's KRLD Difference Makers. Image: Alejandra Zendejas
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Caring Cops gift new shoes to grateful children
Some Dallas Police officers are going beyond the call of duty to bring smiles - and shoes - to kids in the neighborhoods they patrol. They're this week''s KRLD Difference Makers.
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Difference Maker goes above and beyond to helps students, families get medical care
A North Texas nurse is going above and beyond to make sure her students and their families stay safe and healthy. Veronica De La Torre was already super busy as a registered nurse at a local hospital, but a phone call from a recruiter prompted her to take on even more. "A recruiter didn't know…
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Difference Maker finds calling in helping others
A North Texas businessman found his calling in an unexpected way. He's this week's KRLD DIfference Maker. It was a death in his family that prompted businessman Alfonso Montiel to make a big change.
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Foundation helps bilingual nurses realize their dreams
Doris Martinez was just a kid when her family moved here from Puerto Rico. Her grandmother was diagnosed with cancer and there were hospice nurses going to their home to provide care but none of the nurses could speak Spanish.
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Off-duty firefighters save 4-year-old's life
Two firefighters from two different departments happened to be in the right place, at the right time. They're this week's KRLD Difference Makers.
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Difference Maker helps kids explore passion for learning and technology
He's helping kids explore their passion in technology. He's this week's KRLD Difference maker.
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FleetPride team up to build bikes for deserving kids
They normally work on trucks - but this week a team of good samaritans is building bikes for a group of deserving kids. They're this week's KRLD Difference Makers. They keep some of the largest fleets of vehicles rolling across the U.S. "FleetPride is the largest heavy-duty distributor of...
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North Texas Girl Scout making books cool again
A North Texas Girl Scout is getting high school students interested in books again with her award-winning idea. She's this week's KRLD Difference Maker.
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Civic leader investing generations of teachers and students
He's investing in education in the Dallas ISD - not just for his kids but for future generations. Here's this week's KRLD Difference Maker.
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Designer Helping Kids Discover Passion for the Arts
A self taught designer is now helping the younger generation discover their passion. She's this week's KRLD Difference Maker. You might have seen Cat Dillon's work on some popular shows and movies.
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Former Dallas Cowboy Shares Love With Food
A major donation making a big difference for hundreds of people. Here's this week's KRLD Difference Maker.
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Off-duty cop wins Carnegie Medal for heroism
An off-duty cop answered the call of duty - saving a man's life after a terrifying crash. He's this week's KRLD Difference Maker. Image courtesy of the Grand Prairie Police Department
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Dallas educator gives students with disabilities a special camp experience
This Dallas educator gives students with disabilities a chance to flourish and have fun during the summer. He's this week's KRLD Difference Maker.
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North Texas family provides support for organ donors
One North Texas family is helping others through one of the most difficult decisions they'll ever have to make. They're this week's KRLD Difference Makers.
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North Texas STEM Teacher Honored by Smithsonian
A North Texas Teacher is now part of an elite group of women changing the world through STEM. She's this week's KRLD Difference Maker.
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Former officer works to build bridge between police, communities they serve
Former police officer Justin Delacruz came up with Patrol Stories, a nonprofit organization that educates students on the role of police in their community, 911 safety education, and motivational techniques to become a successful adult.
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Difference Maker gives at-risk students a 2nd chance
We're proud to call Shawn Serfass and 2nd Chance Mentors this weeks KRLD Difference Makers.
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Junior Players gives students a pathway to change their lives through the arts
It's an organization that gives students a pathway to change their lives through the arts - They're this week's KRLD Difference Makers.
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North Texas nurse's tradition helps families in NICU seem not-so-scary
A North Texas nurse began a tradition that helps the families in the Neonatal Intentsive Care Unit seem not-so-scary. She's this weeks KRLD Difference Maker.
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Children make gifts for their moms with the help of these Difference Makers
Two North Texas moms are making this holiday season extra special for victims of domestic violence and their children. They're this week's KRLD Difference Makers.
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Hugs Cafe Feeds Community With Hope and Heart
The idea came to her in a dream - and now what she started is changing lives around the world. She's this week's KRLD Difference Maker.
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Community garden changes lives and hearts
A community garden is changing the lives and hearts of students in one North Texas school district. They're this week’s KRLD Difference Makers.
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Difference Maker, Dallas' first Latina firefighter's work still not finished
Elizabeth Hilton had plans to become when she saw something that changed her life. Hilton was going working in downtown Dallas and, admittedly, wasn’t paying much attention to the training they were undergoing. She looked outside the high-rise window to see a Dallas Fire Rescue engine pull up...
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Bullied Difference Maker becomes advocate for other victims
A middle schooler who was brutally bullied by his classmates is now an advocate and champion for others who feel they don't have a voice. He's this week's KRLD Difference Maker
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Best Friends share life and kidneys
She gave her best friend the gift the life - 10 years later they are still celebrating. They're this week's KRLD DIfference Makers.
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Difference Maker program teaches batterers a new way of life
A North Texas organization that helps victims of domestic violence has launched a new program that addresses the issue before it becomes violent. They're this week's KRLD Difference Makers.
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Father and Son Make Protecting and Serving a Family Affair
A 43 year-old North Texas father and his 23 year-old son are first in Texas to go through the Police Academy together. They're this week's KRLD Difference Makers.
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Difference Makers lend a helping hand to homeowners
They are handy men and women - lending a hand to hundreds of homeowners in need. They're this week's KRLD Difference Makers. As Executive Director of Servolution Network Jason Malewiski and hundreds of volunteers help the most desperate people.
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Former Cops Bridge Divide Between Police and the Community
A group of former police officers and volunteers are now using their knowledge to build relationships between first responders and the communities they serve -- and it's changing lives. They're this week's KRLD Difference Makers.
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Bread and Bonding Brings People With Special Needs Together
A North Texas couple combined their passions to fill a need and give people with special needs special opportunities. They're this week’s KRLD Difference Makers.
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Difference Makers with big hearts rescue, rehab the smallest animals
It’s an animal rescue like you've never seen and the volunteers that have been rescuing and rehabbing some of the smallest animals are this week's KRLD Difference Makers.
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Difference Makers Bring Hope and Healthcare to the Underserved
There are thousands of North Texans who don't have access to desperately needed healthcare. But one North Texas doctor, whose calling is to help underserved communities, is providing more than healthcare to those who need it most. He's this week's KRLD Difference Maker.