Tracking online extremism, hairstyles act almost a law, Scheffler among Nelson leaders

Also, Allen Premium Outlets not ready to open yet [EVENING ROUNDUP]( Sponsored by: Content and story selection are solely editorial's decision. [The shooter appeared to target Allen Premium Outlets and not specific people.]( Despite the gunman's extremist online posts, investigators said this week it was too early to declare the Allen mall mass shooting as domestic terrorism. (Elías Valverde II / Staff Photographer) Online extremism like Allen shooter’s hard to find ahead of mass shootings, experts say]( The plan was foreshadowed online. Photos of the Allen mall. Pictures of guns and receipts for tactical gear. Mass shootings described as “interesting,” “sport” and “art.” It’s unclear whether [the posts linked to the accused Allen mall shooter were visible to anyone]( but him before the attack. But even if they were, if no one reported the threats to authorities, experts say, it would have been nearly impossible for law enforcement to find them. [READ MORE]( Related: - [Allen shooting victim, engineer Aishwarya Thatikonda was building a life in Texas]( - [Remembering Allen shooting victims: Cindy Cho, Kyu Cho and James Cho]( - [Remembering Allen mall mass shooting victim Christian LaCour, a ‘gentle giant’](   ADVERTISEMENT   TOP STORIES [‘Why are we still stalling?’ GOP, families and experts divided on tackling fentanyl crisis]( The GOP-led Legislature is leaning heavily on law-and-order that would pump up penalties for fentanyl dealers [...] [Man fatally shot girlfriend in west Oak Cliff over abortion, court records say]( Harold Thompson faces a murder charge in connection with the slaying of 26-year-old Gabriella Gonzalez. [...] [2 more face federal charges over distribution of fentanyl-laced pills in Carrollton]( Robert Alexander Gaitan and Rafael Soliz Jr. are among seven people who face federal charges in connection [...] [Pipeline king Kelcy Warren gives UT Arlington its biggest donation ever]( The $12 million gift will go toward elevating the college’s new energy engineering degree program. [One of Dallas’ most romantic restaurants, St. Martin’s, will close on Greenville Avenue]( Scott Fickling and Phil Patterson opened St. Martin’s in 1980. They were teachers and Vietnam veterans who, in [...] [READ MORE NEWS]( Looking for more of the latest insights and top stories? We've got you covered. Become a member of The Dallas Morning News. [Join today](. [DYK? NEWS QUIZ]( Head bartender Dawn Larios tests the newly installed beer taps at Voodoo Brewing. The brewpub is expected to open May 12, 2023.(Jason Janik / Special Contributor) [Question 1 of 5]( [Voodoo Brewing Co. is opening its first Texas location in which D-FW city?]( - [Dallas]( - [Arlington]( - [Grand Prairie]( - [Fort Worth]( [Start the quiz by choosing your answer.](   ADVERTISEMENT   ALLEN SHOOTING [Allen Premium Outlets to remain closed until after funeral services]( The public has created a large memorial of crosses and flowers near the outlet center’s main entrance. [‘An angel sent from God’: Meet Cheryl Jackson, the Allen shooting memorial’s ‘mayor’]( If the Allen shooting memorial can have a mayor, it would be Cheryl Jackson, affectionately known by both [...] [Here’s where to attend Allen shooting memorials, prayer services and vigils]( A list of memorials, prayer services and vigils held in support of the victims and the community of Allen. POLITICS [Bill targeting ‘sexually oriented performances’ advances after drag references removed]( The House Committee on State Affairs hears debate on a bill that once banned children from drag shows but has [...] [‘You’re not coming in’: Clock runs out on Title 42, straining immigration system]( The transition to the new system unfolded in the night amid legal challenges and last-ditch efforts by [...] [CROWN Act barring discrimination against hairstyles, textures heads to governor’s desk]( The CROWN Act just needs the signature of Governor Greg Abbott to become law. The Senate passed the [...] SPORTS [Reunion of Stars’ top line puts into focus how good this Dallas team can be]( After a win Thursday, Dallas is once again one win away from the Western Conference finals. [Scottie Scheffler shoots 64 to take early second-round lead at AT&T Byron Nelson]( The Highland Park and University of Texas graduate is 14-under after two rounds. [Barcelona, Real Madrid to face off in ‘El Clásico’ at AT&T Stadium in Arlington]( The Spanish soccer giants will meet in an exhibition on Saturday, July 29.   ADVERTISEMENT   [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [LinkedIn]( [YouTube]( [Privacy Policy]( | [Account Login]( | [Help Center]( [Terms of Service]( | [Manage Preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( The Dallas Morning News 1954 Commerce Street Dallas, TX 75201 © Copyright 2023