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Flying with pets for the holidays? Check pet policies on the largest airlines in the US

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Here's what to know when flying with pets this holiday season.
12 DFW restaurant openings you may have missed in 2024

12 DFW restaurant openings you may have missed in 2024

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The DFW restaurant scene is bustling, so we understand if you missed a few that opened this year. Our guide will help you discover a new favorite.
What to know about the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl

What to know about the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl

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The only bowl game held in Fort Worth, the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl has built up a ton of fun college football history over the years.
A new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that 30% of these anti-abortion ‘fake clinics’ promote "abortion pill reversal," a treatment that’s not backed by science and does not meet clinical standards. (AP Photo/Leah M. Willingham, File)

Crisis pregnancy centers give questionable advice on unproven ‘abortion pill reversal,’ study finds

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A new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that 30% of these anti-abortion ‘fake clinics’ promote "abortion pill reversal," a treatment that’s not backed by science and does not meet clinical standards. 
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The DFW Holiday Bucket List

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Here are some of the events and activities we're most looking forward to this holiday season.
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The DFW Holiday Food Guide

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Struggling to put together a spread for your holiday gatherings? We've got you covered.
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The DFW Holiday Shopping Guide

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To take the stress out of last-minute holiday shopping, we put together a guide to our favorite locally made gifts.
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I’m helping my college-age kid fill out the 2025-2026 FAFSA. Here’s what to know.

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If the financial aid fiasco last year had you, like me, coming up with creative alternatives for the FAFSA acronym, you can take a big, deep breath. This year, the process is so much easier.  Or maybe you’re a FAFSA newbie, and you have no knowledge of 2023’s drama—you just want the quick ‘n’ easy […]
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Won’t be home for the holidays? 7 ways to prepare your house before a big trip.

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Won't be home for the holidays? Here are 7 ways to prepare your house before a big trip.
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7 tips to avoid holiday scams and protect your identity

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The holidays can bring joy, time off from work, and days spent with family—but they can also be accompanied by added stressors. Here's how to avoid scams.
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Sing your heart out at the best karaoke bars in DFW

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Looking to for a fun activity to do with friends and family? Book a private room at these DFW karaoke bars.
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A North Texas lawmaker wants to make book banning easier in schools

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Rep. Jared Patterson’s House Bill 183 would allow parents to request that the Texas State Board of Education review materials in public school libraries, challenging a book to be removed if they believe it to be inappropriate for the grade level or if it has “sexually explicit material.”
9 holiday train rides in Texas

9 holiday train rides in Texas

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All aboard! With the holiday season in full swing, these Texas locations offer festive train rides and ample activities for the whole family.
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Texas’ new top cop pledges to secure southern border with Mexico

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Col. Freeman Martin was sworn in as the state's top cop on Monday, becoming the 14th director of the Texas Department of Public Safety.
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Gift these experiences for one-of-a-kind holiday presents

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When shopping this holiday season, consider gifting your loved ones experiences over things. Here are several in DFW.

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Won’t be home for the holidays? 7 ways to prepare your house before a big trip.

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Won't be home for the holidays? Here are 7 ways to prepare your house before a big trip.
A person's hand holding a phone and credit card sitting in front of a laptop.

7 tips to avoid holiday scams and protect your identity

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The holidays can bring joy, time off from work, and days spent with family—but they can also be accompanied by added stressors. Here's how to avoid scams.
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41 tips to support small businesses this holiday season (on any budget)

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Investing in small businesses helps foster community resilience and promote local economic growth, especially during the holidays.
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Where people in Texas are moving to most

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People in Texas are moving to other areas of the United States. Here's where they're moving to most often.
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Fort Worth makes Leon Bridges Day official during Grammy winner’s Dickies Arena debut

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Grammy-winning artist Leon Bridges called his song “Panther City” a love letter to his hometown, and Fort Worth responded with a formal love note of its own. Mayor Mattie Parker surprised the singer on stage at his sold-out Dickies Arena debut to issue a formal proclamation declaring Nov. 15 Leon Bridges Day in Fort Worth. […]
Texas gift guide: Local goods to give this holiday season

Texas gift guide: Local goods to give this holiday season

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Before you head to a big box retailer or Amazon, consider these local Texas businesses to give a far more memorable gift this holiday season.
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Where to find free Thanksgiving meals in Dallas

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Dallas announced citywide Thanksgiving food assistance programs, including free turkey distributions and meal events. Find locations and dates for holiday help.

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