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Harris County leads nation in Black maternal mortality

| April 22, 2026

This week, Commissioner Lesley Briones is spotlighting Harris County’s Black maternal health crisis, noting the county leads the nation in Black maternal mortality. The crisis is being worsened by federal and state policy decisions, including cuts to Medicaid funding, as the county works to expand access to care through its Maternal and Child Health Program.

Texas Senate candidate James Talarico outlines plan to cut fuel costs

by Staff Reports

| April 22, 2026

Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico announced his “Suspend the Gas and Diesel Tax” plan on Tuesday in Austin, where he called for an end to the war in Iran and a suspension of the gas tax until the national average price of gasoline drops below $3.06/gallon.

Mother challenges workplace bias against mothers and wins lawsuit

by Staff Reports

| April 22, 2026

Community | DFW | EXCO-Player | old texas | TEXAS

Tenaj Mays doesn’t want motherhood to be something to apologize for at work. So when a former boss expressed desire to terminate people who took maternity leave, she knew she had to do something. Now, she and another North Texas woman are advocating for Black mothers in the meeting rooms and the maternity wings. Click the link for more to this story: https://couriertexas.com/dfw/2026/04/13/the-black-mother-bias-north-texans-want-equity-in-the-birth-room-and-boardroom/

Celebrities push for South Texas ICE detention center closure

by Staff Reports

| April 22, 2026

The Dilley ICE detention center is facing national backlash for how it's treating those held in the facility. Community leaders and celebrities alike are calling for its closure. Follow @couriertexas for more.

James Dixon urges collaboration as Houston revisits Proposition A

by Staff Reports

| April 22, 2026

NAACP Houston President James Dixon addressed City Council as members prepare to revisit Proposition A. He acknowledged city leaders for their earlier support while urging caution during what he described as a challenging political moment. Dixon emphasized protecting civil liberties and constitutional rights, noting the city’s reliance on $110 million in public‑safety funding. He called on the mayor, council members, and community stakeholders to work collaboratively through civil discourse as they weigh the future of the city’s policy.

Protesters rally at City Hall over immigration policy, funding dispute

by Staff Reports

| April 22, 2026

Dozens gathered at City Hall to protest Senate Bill 4, the state law requiring local police to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. Demonstrators urged city officials to protect local control after Governor Abbott withdrew a $110 million public‑safety grant from the city. Speakers highlighted the potential impact on immigrant communities and those who feel unable to speak out. City council members are expected to vote tomorrow on whether to overturn Proposition A, which passed earlier this month.

Tasty libations are not hard to find in Houston, but sometimes you want a cocktail experience that is truly outstanding.

The best cocktail bars in Houston you need to visit right now

by Rebecca Deurlein

| April 22, 2026

Houston’s cocktail scene goes far beyond the ordinary—these are the bars and lounges worth lingering in all night long.

Active tuberculosis cases are currently higher in Harris County than anywhere else in Texas or the US.

Harris County tops Texas and US in active tuberculosis cases

by Sam Cohen

| April 22, 2026

Active tuberculosis cases are higher in Harris County than anywhere else in Texas or the US. Here’s what to know.

Dinosaur Valley State Park has been named one of America’s best family camping spots.

Jurassic perks: Dinosaur Valley State Park named one of America’s best family camping spots

by Sam Cohen

| April 22, 2026

Dinosaur Valley State Park was recently named one of the best family camping destinations in the US. Here’s everything you need to know.

A Fort Worth family has requested construction at Mosier Valley Park be temporarily haulted while a land ownership issue is resolved.

Mosier Valley family fights to resolve land dispute before park construction moves forward

by Sam Cohen

| April 22, 2026

A Fort Worth family has requested construction at Mosier Valley Park be temporarily halted while a land ownership issue is resolved.

Phase One of construction on Frisco’s Grand Park is set to begin on April 27.

After years of planning, Frisco’s Grand Park breaks ground April 27

by Sam Cohen

| April 22, 2026

Phase One of construction on Frisco’s Grand Park is set to begin on April 27. Here’s everything you need to know.

Texas can require public schools to display Ten Commandments in classrooms, US appeals court rules

by Associated Press

| April 21, 2026

EDUCATION | K-12 education | public education | ten commandments | TEXAS

Texas can require the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms, a U.S. appeals court ruled Tuesday in a victory for conservatives who have long sought to incorporate more religion into schools.

An an increased reward is being offered for information about the 1997 cold case murder of Brent Alan Gutheinz.

New tip reward offered in cold case killing of UT-Dallas student Brent Gutheinz

by Sam Cohen

| April 21, 2026

22-year-old Brent Gutheinz was murdered in 1997. Now, an increased reward is being offered for information about his case.

How more Texas universities are bending the knee to far-right extremism

by Katie Serrano

| April 21, 2026

Staff at both the University of Texas at Arlington and the University of North Texas have been fired for allegedly violating the state’s diversity, equity, and inclusion ban.

If your wallet needs a break—especially in this economy—then there are plenty of DFW restaurants where kids can score a free meal throughout the week.

11 restaurants in DFW where kids can eat for free

by Sydni Ellis

| April 21, 2026

Save some money by bringing your kids to one of these fantastic restaurants in Dallas-Fort Worth that offer free kids’ meals.

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After years of planning, Frisco’s Grand Park breaks ground April 27

by Sam Cohen

| April 22, 2026

Phase One of construction on Frisco’s Grand Park is set to begin on April 27. Here’s everything you need to know.

Baird Ranch in Johnson City was recently relisted for sale.

That’s a lot of dough: Mrs. Baird’s family ranch relisted for nearly $11 million

by Sam Cohen

| April 17, 2026

Baird Ranch in Johnson City was recently relisted for sale. Here’s everything you need to know about the historic property. If you’re from Texas, you’re more than familiar with Mrs. Baird’s bread. The Fort-Worth founded company has been baking up staple items for pantries across the Lone Star State since the early 1900s. Part of the bakery’s […]

Plano ISD said it will use an AI-powered tool to announce student names at upcoming graduations.

Plano ISD sparks debate over using AI announcements at upcoming graduations

by Sam Cohen

| April 17, 2026

Plano ISD said it will use an AI-powered tool to announce student names at upcoming graduations. Not everyone is happy with the decision. The debate over artificial intelligence and how to use it ethically and sustainably has ramped up in recent years. Though the idea of using “computers and machines to mimic the problem-solving and decision-making capabilities of the human […]