The top local stories this morning from KERA News: Severe storms are rolling through North Texas Wednesday evening, dumping hail the size of ping pong balls in some areas. The storms are also bringing strong winds and a chance of tornadoes.
The Fort Worth Stockyards is generating controversy. Work is underway to redevelop a huge chunk of the iconic landmark – and some worry the new development will change the area too much.
The Fort Worth City Council is also considering how much of the Stockyards should be protected by a historic district.
This weekend, the Nasher Sculpture Center celebrates the Colombian artist Doris Salcedo, the winner of the first Nasher Sculpture Prize. There will be lectures, a gala and on Sunday, free admission at the Center.
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