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Data center construction is booming, with many more planned for rural America. But there's also growing tension between economic development and community pushback.
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Data center construction is booming, with many more planned for rural America. But there's also growing tension between economic development and community pushback.
An announcement from the town government notes that a revised plan would require filing a new application.
Most Americans say they're opposed to data centers. But a lucky few have gotten rich selling their land to data center developers.
The rapid growth of data centers is raising questions about electricity use, water consumption, environmental impacts, and where these facilities should be built.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Planning and zoning proposals indicate the planned data center would occupy a plot of land near future homes.
30% of respondents supported the construction of data centers in their community, while 57% were opposed.
Backlash against data centers has become a political buzzsaw in Texas in time for the November election.
Even though the state legislature is not in session, lawmakers held a hearing last week on the controversial facilities at the Capitol, where Texans expressed their concerns.
Overflowing crowds urge lawmakers to rein in data center development, citing noise, water use, rising electricity bills, and a lack of county authority.
A special hearing was already underway in Westlake, where the town council was set to vote on the data center development agreement.
Many people across the state, including suburban and rural Texans, are unhappy about data centers, particularly AI data centers.
A recent poll shows the majority of Texans support requiring large AI data centers to disclose water use and fund their own power grid upgrades.
Residents and city leaders are divided over how future data centers should be regulated and whether existing plans pose environmental or economic risks.
The campus will contain four buildings including a private electrical substation and backup generators.
Another data center announcement is making waves in North Texas.
The debate isn't just about power.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
Georgia Power says building a new transmission line will require acquiring more than 300 parcels of land, including residential properties.
They're calling for the state to take action because of growing opposition to these facilities. Residents have expressed concerns about noise and light pollution, as well as water and electricity usage.
During a campaign event in Bullard, in East Texas, on June 30, Abbott told supporters that the state needs to press the brakes on data center developers.
City leaders are considering a temporary moratorium on new projects as concerns over growth, neighborhoods and resources fuel a larger debate happening across Texas.
Texas Republicans disagree over prohibiting AI data centers in rural Texas neighborhoods.
The Governor spoke days after Democratic candidate for Governor, State Representative Gina Hinojosa of Austin, blasted him on the issue.
The heaviest demand on America's water supply isn't data centers or AI. It's from everyday uses such as growing food, watering lawns and flushing toilets.
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"To see one of your guys that's hurting, that's out doing what he loves to do and do what he was called to do, get out and get injured, it's devastating."
Paramount's agreement with 12 state attorneys general paves the way for the company to complete its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
CNN was set to provide pool coverage on Monday and accompany President Trump on a trip to New York City, but there will not be a network TV pool team traveling with him.
DPD said Daryl Foreman was last seen at about 5 p.m. on Sept. 11, in the 600 block of S. Griffin.
Nike-owned Converse acknowledged that an ad for its Chuck Taylor sneaker is "deeply upsetting."
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Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
CNN was set to provide pool coverage on Monday and accompany President Trump on a trip to New York City, but there will not be a network TV pool team traveling with him.
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
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This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
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Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
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It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
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Toronto leadoff hitter Brett Bateman reached base and scored three times as the Blue Jays beat AL West-leading Texas 7-2 to avoid a series sweep.
Olivia Miles broke Caitlin Clark's WNBA record for points by a rookie in a season in the Minnesota Lynx's game against the Connecticut Sun.
Texas had won four straight games to gain a share of the division lead, but dropped one game behind Houston.
Nike-owned Converse acknowledged that an ad for its Chuck Taylor sneaker is "deeply upsetting."
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Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the best in television and streaming from the past year on Monday. See the full list of winners and nominees.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
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