Linda Tran

Reporter · Garland, TX

Linda Tran is a dedicated education reporter with 4 years of experience focusing on local schools and education policy. A graduate of Southern Methodist University, she has reported for several community news outlets in the Dallas area. Linda is passionate about highlighting the successes and challenges faced by students and educators in Garland.

4 stories from Linda Tran in Garland

Two college students remembered in a tragic accident in Seguin, Texas.

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2 college students killed in Texas crash, police say

In the early hours of Monday morning, a tragic scene unfolded on State Highway 54 North in Seguin, Texas, where two promising college students lost their lives in a single-vehicle crash. The news reverberated through their hometowns, leaving friends, family, and the entire community in mourning....

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A somber courtroom scene reflecting the gravity of the case

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Former McKinney ISD athletic trainer sentenced after pleading guilty to sexual assault

In a quiet courtroom, the weight of a community's trust hung heavily in the air as Lindsey Post, a former athletic trainer for McKinney Independent School District (MISD), faced the consequences of her actions. As she stood before the judge, the reality of her choices resonated deeply with parents,...

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Freddie James coaching a high school football game

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Legendary Dallas high school football coach dies at age 89

On a crisp autumn evening in Garland, the sounds of cheering fans and marching bands filled the air as high school football games kicked off across the city. Yet, this season carries a profound sense of loss as the community mourns the passing of a legendary figure. Freddie James, the iconic head...

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Students at Garland High School after the principal's arrest

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North Texas high school principal arrested, charged with failing to report employee misconduct

On a typical morning at Garland High School , students shuffle through the halls, chatting and laughing as they prepare for another day of learning. But the atmosphere shifted dramatically when news broke that the school's principal, whose leadership has shaped the school community, was arrested....

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