Texas private school voucher applications are closed. Now what?

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Portillo’s has opened a new location in North Dallas.

North Dallas gets a taste of the Windy City as Portillo’s opens new location

| April 1, 2026

Portillo’s opened a new location in North Dallas. Here’s everything you need to know about the hot dog chain’s latest restaurant.

Two chefs from Dallas are among the finalists still vying for one of the coveted 2026 James Beard Awards: Maggie Huff from Lucia in Oak Cliff, and Scott Girling from Osteria il Muro in Denton. Huff is nominated for the Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker award and Girling is up for Best Chef: Texas.

DFW chefs Maggie Huff and Scott Girling named 2026 James Beard Award finalists

by Sam Cohen

| April 1, 2026

Dallas chefs Maggie Huff and Scott Girling are officially finalists for the 2026 James Beard Awards. Here’s everything you need to know.

Book lovers rejoice! Barnes & Noble is opening a new store in Fort Worth

by Sam Cohen

| April 1, 2026

Barnes & Noble will open a new store in Fort Worth ahead of the 2026 holiday season. Here’s everything you need to know.

Texas private school voucher applications are closed. Now what?

by Katie Serrano

| April 1, 2026

The application period for Texas’ $1 billion private school voucher program ended last night. Here’s what happens next.

Houston’s position on the Gulf Coast places it within a four-hour drive of Louisiana, but this city’s connection with the Creole State goes much deeper.

The 5 best Cajun restaurants in Houston, according to the locals

by Rebecca Deurlein

| March 31, 2026

You’ll find perfectly seasoned roux, kicky jambalaya, and fresh seafood singing with spice at these highly rated Cajun restaurants in Houston.

During the Houston Art Car Parade, you’ll have a chance to experience the art car phenomenon in a variety of settings, including a sneak peek, a ball, and a VIP upgrade.

What to know about the 2026 Art Car Parade, Houston’s largest free public event

by Rebecca Deurlein

| March 30, 2026

Houston’s wildest free event, the Art Car Parade, is back with 250 rolling masterpieces, 315,000 fans, and one unforgettable parade.

Dallas ISD will offer free pre-K to all students starting next school year

by Katie Serrano

| March 30, 2026

Any preschool-aged student—no matter their economic status or background—will have the option to enroll in free pre-K classes in Dallas ISD starting next school year.

At Dallas-Fort Worth’s many dog-friendly restaurants, you don’t have to choose between delicious food and the company of your furry bestie.

9 dog-friendly restaurants in Dallas-Fort Worth

by Britteny Dee

| March 30, 2026

Dining out with your dog is easy at these dog-friendly restaurants in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Kids can eat free at many restaurants across Houston on certain days of the week.

10 restaurants where kids can eat for free in Houston

by Dorothy Scott

| March 30, 2026

Kids can eat free at many restaurants across Houston on certain days of the week. Check out these 10 options, ranging from Mexican food to sushi.

Kendall County officials hope to reclaim the stars with Dark Sky designation

by Sam Cohen

| March 27, 2026

San Antonio | SATX

Officials in Kendall County are working to get the area designated as a Dark Sky Place. Here’s what you need to know.

Moody Gardens celebrates first-ever Humboldt penguin hatch

by Sam Cohen

| March 27, 2026

The Moody Gardens Aquarium Pyramid recently hatched three Humboldt penguin chicks for the first time ever. Here’s what you need to know.

Texas Rep. Jolanda Jones shares her health story on ACA anniversary

by Staff Reports

| March 26, 2026

State Rep. Jolanda Jones, a Houston Democrat, reflects on the ACA’s 16th anniversary, recalling how a medical emergency once wiped out her savings before the law existed. At the core of her message: affordable health care is essential for every community.

Travelers face hourslong wait times at Houston Bush Airport as shutdown affects TSA

by Staff Reports

| March 26, 2026

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Long lines are stretching through Bush Airport as TSA staffing drops during the shutdown. Airport officials say on a normal day, 37 TSA checkpoints are open, but only a fraction are running.

UNT to shutter 70 plus programs

by Staff Reports

| March 26, 2026

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

Several ethnic and gender studies programs are on the chopping block at the University of North Texas as the institution plans to cut over 70 programs to combat a $45 million budget deficit driven by declining international student enrollment.