Oak Cliff
Coverage of Oak Cliff in the Nexus archive.
- Thousands of apartments going up thanks to new Texas housing laws. But resistance lingers in the suburbs.
New Texas housing laws are driving the construction of thousands of apartments, though resistance persists in suburban areas. An example of this development is the Oak Cliff neighborhood in Dallas.
- Dallas apartment explosion: Lawsuit filed on behalf of mother and son killed in blast
A lawsuit has been filed against Atmos Energy for wrongful death following an apartment explosion in Oak Cliff that killed a mother and son earlier this year.
- Dallas City Council approves lowering new convention center height, hindering Oak Cliff access to downtown
The Dallas City Council approved a reduced height for a new convention center, which may lead to traffic issues for Oak Cliff residents traveling to Downtown Dallas. The decision alters the original plan and could impact accessibility.
- Police investigate Oak Cliff shooting that left three hospitalized, home struck by gunfire
Three people were hospitalized after a shooting at a large gathering in Dallas' Oak Cliff neighborhood. Police are investigating the incident, which also involved gunfire striking a home.
- Dallas abandoned home freezer murder suspect arrested
A suspect has been arrested for the murder of a woman whose body was found in a freezer at an abandoned Oak Cliff home in Dallas.
- Oak Cliff residents say life is still disrupted after deadly explosion
Residents near the former Clyde Apartments in Oak Cliff continue to face disrupted daily life following a deadly explosion. Crews are investigating the blast site, but affected residents report unresolved utility issues and safety concerns, with one resident stating they cannot cook or access hot water, gas, or air conditioning.
- Lawsuit filed against Atmos Energy following fatal apartment explosion kills 3
A lawsuit was filed against Atmos Energy on behalf of Onecimo Ponce Mendoza, a resident injured in a Dallas apartment explosion caused by a damaged natural gas pipeline. The suit alleges Atmos Energy failed to monitor conditions and warn residents of gas leak risks. The incident, which killed three people, including a child, occurred after a construction company unrelated to Atmos Energy damaged the pipeline.
- Explosion rocks Dallas apartment building as massive fire sends black smoke into sky, at least 4 injured
An explosion and fire at a Dallas apartment building injured at least four people. Firefighters responded to a gas leak investigation when the explosion occurred, causing damage to neighboring buildings and a utility truck. Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson urged prayers for those affected and first responders.
- Three killed, including child, in Dallas apartment explosion and fire
A natural gas explosion in Dallas' Oak Cliff neighborhood killed three people, including a child, and injured others. The blast, caused by a damaged gas pipeline, led to a five-alarm fire. The National Transportation Safety Board and Atmos Energy are investigating, with authorities confirming construction crews may have struck the gas line.
- Boy rescued from Oak Cliff creek after neighbors hear screams for help
An 11-year-old boy was rescued from a fast-rising creek in Oak Cliff, Dallas, after neighbors heard his screams during Sunday’s storms. A group of residents, including a neighbor who carried the boy to safety, helped save him, while Dallas Fire responded to calls about the incident. The boy is expected to recover.