Texas residential construction is breaking down under Trump administration

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BBQ, ballers, and yarn bombers: Here’s the Dallas-Fort Worth news you missed this week

| April 17, 2026

Here's the latest news out of DFW

Texas residential construction is breaking down under Trump administration

by Brian McManus

| April 16, 2026

Donald Trump | TEXAS | Texas Lead Story | Trump administration

Texas has long relied on rapid construction to keep housing relatively affordable and to absorb a fast-growing population. But beyond that, the construction sector in Texas is a critical economic engine, contributing $144 billion (5.1%) to the state's total GDP in early 2025. A slowdown in residential construction has created a drag on overall state economic performance.

The Scarborough Renaissance Festival in Waxahachie is celebrating 45 years in style.

Journey through time at the Scarborough Renaissance Festival

by Joey Held

| April 16, 2026

The Scarborough Renaissance Festival in Waxahachie is celebrating 45 years in style. Come along on a trip through the village, including must-see performances.

Houstonians on social media, whether influencers or regular ol’ Texans craving a good meal, seek out all types of food from trendy and Instagrammable to just really, really tasty.

Houston’s most social media-famous food joints in 2026

by Rebecca Deurlein

| April 15, 2026

Showstopping dishes, lively atmospheres, and celebrity sightings draw influencers to these social media-famous restaurants in Houston. Houstonians on social media, whether influencers or regular ol’ Texans craving a good meal, seek out all types of food from trendy and Instagrammable to just really, really tasty. Then they spread the word online, and that leads to…lines. But this […]

Dallas-Fort Worth is one of the best places in the country for senior living communites.

US News & World Report highlights DFW as a premier senior living destination

by Sam Cohen

| April 15, 2026

Dallas-Fort Worth is one of the best places in the country for senior living communities. Here’s what you need to know.

Voters to decide fate of $6B Dallas ISD bond package

by Katie Serrano

| April 15, 2026

Dallas Independent School District is asking voters to approve a bond package that would fund campus renovations and increase security measures on May 2.

American Airlines is launching electronic boarding gates at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport

American Airlines modernizes travel with electronic boarding gates at DFW

by Sam Cohen

| April 15, 2026

American Airlines will launch electronic boarding gates at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport this summer. Here’s what to know.

Taylor Swift Speak Now Concert at Heinz Field

Rare Taylor Swift guitar up for grabs to help DFW children in need

by Sam Cohen

| April 15, 2026

Country 96.3 is auctioning off a guitar signed by a then 18-year-old Taylor Swift. Here’s everything you need to know.

The city of Dallas has began removing rainbow and Black Lives Matter-themed crosswalks as part of an October 2025 directive ordered from Governor Greg Abbott.

After crosswalk changes, Dallas locals turn to new signs of support

by Sam Cohen

| April 14, 2026

Dallas residents are seeking new ways of showing support and pride following removal of rainbow and Black Lives Matter-themed crosswalks.

Higher education advocates call on lawmakers to fight for academic freedom in Texas

by Katie Serrano

| April 14, 2026

A coalition of educators and union members are calling on Texas lawmakers to adopt a new policy platform that centers the needs of workers and students over billionaires and corporate interests at higher education institutions.

Feral hogs have been causing damage in Mesquite for several weeks.

Feral hogs wreak havoc across Texas, leaving trail of damage in recent weeks

by Sam Cohen

| April 14, 2026

Feral hogs have been causing damage in Mesquite for several weeks. Here’s what you need to know about the invasive species.

The Queens Head Pub is opening in Dallas’s Deep Ellum neighborhood in May.

Queens Head Pub brings British charm to Deep Ellum

by Sam Cohen

| April 14, 2026

The Queens Head Pub is opening in Dallas’s Deep Ellum neighborhood in May. Here’s everything you need to know.

The Black mother bias: North Texans want equity in the birth room and boardroom

by Joi Louviere

| April 13, 2026

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by Joi Louviere

| April 10, 2026

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Trump wants to make it harder for Texans to vote

by Staff Reports

| April 9, 2026

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