City of Canton mayor resigns after apologizing for 'gossip comment' in wake of back-to-back tragedies

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Community · Texas · October 23, 2026

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The statement from the city does not connect Berry's comments to the resignation, but she apologized for comments she made following the deadly shooting and fire.

Reported by WFAA Dallas, October 23, 2026. Read the full story at WFAA Dallas →

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