Allie Spillyards, NBC DFW

Allie Spillyards

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Dallas, TX, United States

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Past articles by Allie:

‘Take Back Your Headshots' Event Encourages Individuality on International Women's Day

The “Takeback Your Headshot” event encourages individuality on International Women’s Day. → Read More

Oklahoma Votes Against Legal Recreational Marijuana Use

On Tuesday Oklahoma residents voted against State Question 820 which asks residents if they want to legalize the recreational use of marijuana for adults over the age of 21. → Read More

Fourth Arrest Made in Fort Worth Shooting Death of Dallas Business Owner

Six months after the murder of Chin “Jin” Shin, Fort Worth police have confirmed a fourth arrest in the incident described as a fender bender gone wrong. → Read More

Habitat for Humanity Reflects on Former President Jimmy Carter's Contributions

North Texas Habitat for Humanity volunteers reflect on the contributions made by former President Jimmy Carter. → Read More

Family Behind Famed McKinney BBQ Restaurant Engage in Legal Battle Over ‘Hutchins' Name

There’s a barbecue war brewing in North Texas as members of the Hutchins family prepare to go to court over a trademark violation involving the family name. → Read More

Ex-CIA Officer Weighs in on Significance of Suspected Chinese Spy Balloon

A former CIA Agent who worked in image analysis and Chinese counterintelligence talked about what the balloon means for foreign relations. → Read More

Officials Say Most Dallas Residents Heed Warning to Stay off Icy Roads

After responding to nearly 300 crashes in the 24 hours between the Monday and Tuesday morning commute times, Dallas Fire-Rescue reported responding to just a couple dozen crashes by late Tuesday afternoon. → Read More

Weekend Demonstrations Continue in North Texas After Tyre Nichols Video Released

Another protest is planned in Dallas this Sunday in remembrance of Nichols who died earlier this month after he was beaten by Memphis police. → Read More

Winter Blast Dusts Jacksboro in Snow

As the rain turned over to snow, people in Jacksboro were among the first North Texans to get a taste of winter as it dusted the square in a light, wet coating of snow. → Read More

Family Urges Grandmother Accused of Kidnapping McKinney Sisters to Bring Them Home

An Amber Alert remains in effect Sunday, making it more than 48 hours since anyone saw 9-year-old Jessica Burns and 6-year-old Jennifer Burns. → Read More

Fentanyl Poisonings Sharply Increase Among Teens, Children

In a newly released analysis of CDC data, the advocacy group Families Against Fentanyl reported fentanyl deaths rose faster for kids 14 and under than any other group. → Read More

Frisco Neighbors Meet to Raise Concerns, Ask Questions Hours After Theme Park Announcement

Frisco residents living in neighborhoods butting up to the site of a newly announced family-focused theme park from Universal Parks and Resorts met at Trent Middle School Wednesday night to ask questions and raise concerns about the potential impact on nearby families. → Read More

Parker County DA's Office Reunites Keller Woman With Jewelry Stolen Long Ago

For 36 years, a North Texas family’s treasure sat buried deep in the files at the Parker County District Clerk’s office. → Read More

TCU Fans Celebrate Historic Win, Prepare for Championship

As TCU took on Michigan for the Fiesta Bowl in Arizona Saturday, Horned Frog fans filled sports bars around Fort Worth hoping to see their team make history. → Read More

First Responders Celebrated, Provided Warm Meals During Holidays

A former first responder, Searles founded Feed-a-Hero nine years ago when he and his kids dropped off Christmas dinner to a Denton firehouse. → Read More

Despite Arctic Temps, Volunteers Prepare for Christmas Day Clothing Distribution

Dozens of volunteers are prepared to serve more than 1,000 in the homeless community with warm blankets and clothes this Christmas. → Read More

North Texas Essential Workers Bundle Up as Arctic Temps Make Outside Jobs Dangerous

Despite dangerously low temperatures in Dallas-Fort Worth thanks to an Artic front, some essential workers have no choice but to be outside. → Read More

McKinney Gifts Longtime Residents New Houses Amid Affordable Housing Crisis

This week, the city of McKinney gifted three longtime residents with new houses, part of an effort to combat a rising cost of living that threatens to force some from their homes. → Read More

Effort to Feed North Texas First Responders on Christmas Day Spreads Across North Texas

Each Christmas, volunteers with Feed-a-Hero make sure no first responder goes hungry on the holiday. → Read More

After Medical Emergency, Firefighter Responds to Help Midlothian Family Spread Christmas Cheer

A Texas firefighter helps family with Christmas cheer after man has medical emergency. → Read More