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Wylie library showcases Ramadan display, offering Muslim community space to share culture
For the second year in a row, the Smith Public Library in Wylie shared space with community members to display books, décor and information about the month of Ramadan.
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Wylie library's Ramadan display offers understanding of Muslim holy month
This is the final week of Ramadan, which is observed by billions of Muslims around the world. It’s where Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, pray, give charity and spend time with loved ones. NBC 5’s Sophia Beasoleil reports a library in North Texas has a display to help visitors learn more about the month Muslims believe their holy book...
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North Texas man charged in connection to hazing death
A Wylie man is behind bars in Baton Rouge, Louisiana – charged with manslaughter in connection to the hazing death of a college student. It’s the first arrest made in a case that left a 20-year-old man, trying to pledge a fraternity, dead. Allie Spillyards has the latest on the investigation.
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Former Wylie High School student arrested in Louisiana hazing death
A Wylie man is behind bars in Louisiana, accused of contributing to the hazing death of a college student.
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If your tap water smells different in March, don't be alarmed
If you notice your tap water smells or tastes different in March, you shouldn’t be alarmed according to the North Texas Municipal Water District.
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‘I love you, Jackson,' Wylie man tells estranged son after presidential pardon
Guy Reffitt, sentenced to 7.5 years in federal prison after being convicted of crimes related to the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol, talks about his pardon after being released from jail and the damage done to his family.
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Wylie man released from prison after Trump grants clemency
Another North Texan is now out of federal prison, after serving time for storming the U.S. Capitol on January 6. This comes after President Trump granted clemency to 1,500 supporters who protested the 2020 election results. Sophia Beausoleil is in the newsroom with more.
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Wylie mom delivers own baby en route to hospital
Even after thinking through worst-case scenarios, the McDonald’s had a surprising Thursday evening.
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Wylie family celebrates new baby after unexpected delivery
The McDonald’s thought through worst-case scenarios. Still, nothing could’ve fully prepared them for how their new baby girl came into the world Thursday evening. NBC 5’s Allie Spillyards spoke with the family after an unexpected delivery.
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Man accused of sexual assault at Wylie assisted living center: PD
Wylie Police said officers arrested a man from Kentucky accused of sexually assaulting a resident at an assisted living facility. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil reports a camera inside the facility captured the disturbing crime.
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Wylie Police arrest man accused of sexually assaulting resident at an assisted living facility
Wylie Police said officers arrested a man from Kentucky accused of sexually assaulting a resident at an assisted living facility.
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One dead after early morning Wylie crash involving 18-wheeler
Wylie Police are investigating a fatality crash that happened early Wednesday morning.
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SMU grad starts nonprofit helping with housing and social services
Education can open our eyes to see the world in a way we haven’t before. That’s what prompted a North Texas woman to shift her focus from a CPA business to a faith-based nonprofit that helps women rebuild their lives. NBC 5’s Noelle Walker has the story.
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North Texas nonprofit building Jericho Village in Wylie to help women build solid foundation
Though the groundbreaking for Jericho Village was a month ago, the development in Wylie has been six years in the making.
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Missing Wylie mother found safe one mile from home
Five days after Melonie Ballenger went missing, police report she was spotted by a neighbor, less than a mile from her home. NBC 5’s Allie Spillards has the latest updates from Wylie.
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Missing Wylie mother found safe, located one mile from her home
A missing Wylie woman was found alive near her home, four days after being reported missing.
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Husband of missing Wylie woman speaks out
46-year-old Melonie Ballenger was last seen Sunday night. Her husband has shared with NBC5’s Allie Spillards that they went to bed and when the family woke up Monday morning, she was gone.
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Search continues for Wylie woman missing since Monday
The search continues for a woman in Wylie. Police say her husband reported her as missing on Monday. Days later, investigators tell NBC 5’s Alicia Barrera, they still don’t have any leads on the woman’s whereabouts.
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CLEAR Alert issued for missing Wylie woman, search continues Friday
Wylie police are searching for Melonie Ballenger, who was last seen Sunday at 11 p.m. near Country Club Road and Lakefield Drive, police say.
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Wylie family's Halloween display continues to grow year after year
A house in Wylie that is going all out for Halloween. NBC 5 visited the Jacobsen home on Autumn Hill Drive where the decorations and crowds have been growing for seven years.