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Two schools, one law: Texas A&M, Texas Southern University navigate NCAA shakeup
Texas A&M and Texas Southern are navigating a landmark shift in college athletics compensation following the passage of Texas House Bill 126.
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Houston’s 6 best movie theatres
Houston is home to many unique movie-going experiences, from rooftop moments to drive-ins. Check out some of our favorites below.
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16 Free or super cheap things to do in North Texas this summer
Here are some activities that are free or cheap to do in the Dallas area.
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Supreme Court limits nationwide injunctions, but fate of Trump birthright citizenship order unclear
A divided Supreme Court on Friday ruled that individual judges lack the authority to grant nationwide injunctions, but the decision left unclear the fate of President Donald Trump’s restrictions on birthright citizenship.
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Fun in the suburb: 11 top things to do in Irving, Texas
From stampeding mustangs to gondola rides around a lake, learn about all the fun things to do in Irving, just a few miles northwest of Dallas.
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Protesters urge John Cornyn to vote no on Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’
About 50 protesters urged Sen. John Cornyn to oppose Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” warning it would harm healthcare and social services.
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Here’s a running list of upcoming protests across Texas
A list of upcoming events and protests happening across Texas.
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States can cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood, the Supreme Court rules
A divided Supreme Court allowed states to cut off Medicaid money to Planned Parenthood in a ruling handed down Thursday amid a wider Republican-backed push to defund the country’s biggest abortion provider.
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Bow-wow! 12 dog-friendly restaurants, bars in Houston
Our guide to Houston dog-friendly restaurants and bars will ensure both you and your pup have plenty of welcoming spots—and tasty food to go along with them.
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Rural Texas could lose dozens of hospitals under Republican budget bill
Already struggling rural hospitals in Texas could be forced to close due to healthcare spending cuts under a Republican-backed bill in Congress.
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A pup’s review of Yardstick, Dallas’s boutique dog hotel
Yardstick has opened two locations in Dallas this year. Here’s a peek inside the boutique dog hotel and what your pup (and you) can expect during a visit.
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10 reasons why Houston became a tourist hotspot
With an eclectic dining scene, big-city attractions, and its own unique vibe, Houston attracts visitors from all over the world.
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Longtime Houston art space, Graffiti Park, will be demolished for TxDOT project
Graffiti Park has long been known as a cultural hotspot for aspiring and established artists to be able to showcase their work in a free and public space. But now, a highway improvement project has resulted in the iconic area’s demolition.
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Where to go paddleboarding around Dallas-Fort Worth
Explore DFW on the water by going to one of these cool paddleboarding locations, many of which offer board rentals.
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Houston NAACP backs move to bar Trump from convention
Leaders of the Houston NAACP said they agreed with the NAACP’s decision to not invite President Donald Trump to its convention next month.
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How to report potholes, broken streetlights, flooding in Houston
Local residents know that navigating Houston streets can sometimes be challenging: If you’ve ever swerved around a pothole while driving up and down Kirby Drive, you get it. However, residents can do their part by reporting obstacles like potholes and flooding, or broken streetlights, that they encounter on their daily routes.
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‘An all-out assault:’ Texas educators stand up to Trump, Abbott attacks on public education
From President Donald Trump’s dismantling of the US Education Department to school voucher plans from Gov. Greg Abbott and Sen. Ted Cruz, Texas educators are standing up to a Republican war on public education.
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Houston Dynamo FC: Meet the 2025 star players
We’re hitting the pitch! Houston Dynamo FC is playing in its 20th season this year. Learn about the club’s biggest stars, history, and traditions.
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20 Fourth of July fireworks shows across DFW
Discover 20 Fourth of July fireworks shows around the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex on or before July 4.
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The windiest city isn’t Chicago—it’s in Texas
Four Texas cities made the top ten list of windiest cities in the US.
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How 7 iconic Houston businesses got their start
You’ve probably spotted these Houston businesses around the city. Learn their history and how they’ve evolved into the legendary companies they are today.
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Where you should live in Houston, based on your zodiac sign
Wondering where to live in Houston? Follow the stars to your perfect neighborhood.
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8 restaurants in Houston with insane views
If you’re looking for an insane view while you eat Texas’ best food, you need to check out these eight restaurants in Houston.
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The ultimate who’s who of Houston BBQ
There’s certainly no shortage of Houston BBQ spots to enjoy all around the city and suburbs. Follow our guide to find the best of the best.
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Juneteenth 2025: 4K Freedom Walk and Festival in Dallas
Dallas celebrates Juneteenth 2025 with freedom walks, artist showcases, and entrepreneur events. Community festivities from June 14-19.
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City of Houston partners with Reliant Energy to help residents beat the heat
Anyone who’s lived in Houston for long enough knows that heat can mostly be uncomfortable, and sometimes even life-threatening, due to the emerging climate crisis increasing temperatures.
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Pride Month every month: How to support lesbian bars amidst dwindling numbers
In the United States, there are only 36 remaining lesbian bars compared to an estimated 803 gay bars. The Lesbian Bar Project reports that in 1980 there were 200 lesbian bars.
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‘The uncertainty has been debilitating’: DFW business owners react to THC ban
If Gov. Greg Abbott — who signed a bill in 2019 that legalized the sale of products with less than 0.3% of THC — does not veto SB 3, an $8 billion industry that includes over 8,000 small businesses and employs over 50,000 people throughout the state will be wiped out.
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Op-Ed: Tarrant County’s redistricting directly attacks Black, brown voters. We’re fighting back
I was born and raised in Precinct 1 of Tarrant County. I’ve seen our communities grow, organize, vote, and—finally—elect leaders who reflect our values, needs, and lived experiences. On June 3, 2025, I witnessed something deeply troubling.
