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Why this Texas mom is suing the state over the Ten Commandments
Three Houston mothers are demanding the state remove Ten Commandments posters from their children’s public school classrooms before the start of the school year.
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7 beloved Black-owned restaurants in Houston to try this month
There’s no better time than Black Business Month to eat at these Black-owned restaurants in Houston, bringing culture, history, and flavor to the city’s dining scene.
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Sidewalk Connectivity Plan begs the question: Where should Bedford’s next sidewalk go?
The City of Bedford is looking for suggestions for its Sidewalk Connectivity Plan. Here’s how to log your idea.
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11 farmers markets to visit in the Houston area
National Farmers Market Week is here, running from August 2-8. Texas hosts more than 200 registered farmers markets, but getting from farm to market isn’t always simple.
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Learn a new hobby with these 8 classes & workshops in DFW
Discover your new favorite creative hobby by taking one of these classes or workshops in DFW.
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100+ classics removed from Texas public school libraries last year
A grassroots organization fighting book bans in Texas is tracking classic works of literature that have been removed from public school libraries.
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Corpus Christi water supply gets needed infusion from recent Texas rains
A Corpus Christi water emergency that at one point threatened to descend on the city as early as May 2026 is now projected for more than two years later.
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Lawmakers demand shutdown of Dilley detention center after witnessing child imprisonment
Lawmakers say Dilley tour shows families face trauma in ICE detention
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Best used bookstores in Houston for book lovers
National Book Lover’s Day is on August 9 and is every reader’s opportunity to celebrate their favorite titles—new and old.
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8 award-winning spots to find Tex-Mex in the Rio Grande Valley
These restaurants serving Tex-Mex in the Rio Grande Valley have all won at least one award (plus the hearts of thousands of people who have tried their cuisine).
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9 things to do in Fort Worth that are off the beaten path
Skip the tourist hot spots on your next day trip, and check out these other awesome things to do in Fort Worth.
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Here’s how Houston’s neighborhoods got their names
The names of Houston’s oldest neighborhoods come from unexpected corners of the city’s past. This is how our neighborhoods got their names.
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The Texas State Aquarium is an IRL spot to learn about sharks during Shark Week
Near Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, where scientists research sharks year-round, the Texas State Aquarium is home to several sharks.
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Check out these back-to-school drives happening around DFW
As summer comes to an end and families begin to prepare for a new school year, different organizations around DFW will be giving free supplies and haircuts to families in need.
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What is the Classic Learning Test? See the conservative-backed entrance exam coming to Texas universities
Texas’ Higher Education Coordinating Board met last week to discuss changes to university entrance exams.
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DFW artist transforms kitchen silverware into your next piece of jewelry
Twenty-year-old Saul Bailon of Waxahachie found an unlikely passion for turning old spoons into works of art.
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Court in the Community offers fresh start on minor offenses for Fort Worth residents
Court in the Community is helping Fort Worth residents get their lives back on track. Here’s how.
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DFW pitmasters score spots in Feels Like Home Festival’s first lineup drop
Bronwood’s Feels Like Home Festival announced its first batch of pitmasters. Here’s which DFW joints will be there.
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What to know about this year’s Tarrant County Judge race
The midterm election is fast approaching, and voters will decide if Republican incumbent Tim O’Hare or Democrat Alisa Simmons will be the next Tarrant County Judge.
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See what Ken Paxton’s whopping $9 million real estate portfolio looks like
Most Texans can’t afford to buy a home. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has 15 of them.
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Punching In: Meet the Midtown watch clinic restoring history
Houston’s Wheeler Watch Clinic has stood on the same neighborhood streets for 69 years, helping thousands of Houstonians salvage their family histories.
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Houston Toy Museum announces closure as rent becomes too costly
The Houston Toy Museum is closing its doors on Aug. 30 due to rent prices. Here’s everything you need to know.
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How a wave of new development in Houston will change the skyline
A wave of new development in Houston will add a dozen new buildings to its evolving landscape over the coming years. Here’s what to know.
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Vince Young documentary to premiere on Netflix
The Testimony of Vince Young will be the first in a new installment of the popular Netflix sports-documentary series Untold.
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‘Shut it Down for Lorenzo’: Houston organizers call for citywide shutdown Friday
East End organizers call for a shutdown protest at Hidalgo Park as demands escalate, including an end to ICE brutality, release of the agents’ names, and freedom for the three detained passengers
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Cabana Design District marks famed Dallas hotel’s transition from rock royalty to renters
Dallas’s Cabana Motor Hotel has been repurposed into mixed-income housing. Here’s everything you need to know about the Cabana Design District.
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Texas Democrats call for more data center accountability
As Texas becomes a hotspot for data centers, statewide Democratic candidates are calling for moratoriums and more accountability ahead of the November 3 general election.
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Foster Grandparent Program strengthens Texas communities—one child at a time
The Foster Grandparent Program gives back to Texas communities in more than one way. They’re currently looking for new volunteers.
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9 Houston Attractions with free entry days
Some of Houston’s must-sees have free admission days, so you don’t have to break the bank to see all the city has to offer.
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No moratorium issued on data centers in Corpus Christi
The City Council will not pursue a moratorium on data centers in Corpus Christi, but officials are exploring some form of regulation.
