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Dallas just hit pause on public services with its first mandatory unpaid furlough day—shutting down libraries, offices, and more as the city braces for a $16 million budget shortfall. Blamed on rising overtime, lower sales tax, and soaring healthcare costs, officials have frozen hiring (except for first responders) and slashed spending. Residents felt the sting, especially families relying on libraries for homework, classes, and summer relief. With two more furloughs coming in September, city council’s next budget showdown could decide whether Dallas can tighten its belt without shutting down the essentials.

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