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A North Texas lawmaker wants to make book banning easier in schools
| December 4, 2024
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Rep. Jared Patterson’s House Bill 183 would allow parents to request that the Texas State Board of Education review materials in public school libraries, challenging a book to be removed if they believe it to be inappropriate for the grade level or if it has “sexually explicit material.”

9 holiday train rides in Texas
by Joey Held
| December 4, 2024
All aboard! With the holiday season in full swing, these Texas locations offer festive train rides and ample activities for the whole family.

Texas’ new top cop pledges to secure southern border with Mexico
by Matt Hennie
| December 3, 2024
Col. Freeman Martin was sworn in as the state's top cop on Monday, becoming the 14th director of the Texas Department of Public Safety.

Gift these experiences for one-of-a-kind holiday presents
by Joi Louviere
| December 2, 2024
When shopping this holiday season, consider gifting your loved ones experiences over things. Here are several in DFW.

VIDEO: Finding affordable housing in Dallas is only getting tougher
| November 30, 2024
Affordable housing options in Dallas are shrinking. More than half of renters in Dallas are cost burdened, and the city is the least affordable housing market across North Texas. These issues are likely to be top-of-mind for lawmakers when the Texas Legislature convenes in January. So, here’s a snapshot of the current state of affordable […]

9 spots for cozy winter camping in Texas
by Joey Held
| November 27, 2024
With summer in the rearview mirror, these locations provide the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation, making them ideal for winter camping in Texas.

Texas approves Bluebonnet, its new Bible-infused curriculum for schools
by Matt Hennie
| November 26, 2024
The Texas Board of Education narrowly approved controversial new learning materials for schools after Gov. Greg Abbott rigged the vote.

Texas bill would reclassify abortion drugs as controlled substances
| November 26, 2024
A Louisiana law that reclassified abortion-inducing drugs as controlled substances has made it more difficult for doctors to treat a wide range of gynecological conditions, doctors say. Now, a similar proposal has been filed in Texas. Texas Rep. Pat Curry, a freshman Republican from Waco, said the intent of House Bill 1339 is to make […]

41 tips to support small businesses this holiday season (on any budget)
by Stacker
| November 25, 2024
Investing in small businesses helps foster community resilience and promote local economic growth, especially during the holidays.

8 Hotels to ring in the holiday season
by Joi Louviere
| November 25, 2024
These DFW luxury hotels are spreading holiday cheer, one experience at a time.

Meet Bluebonnet Learning, Texas’ Bible-infused curriculum for schools
by Matt Hennie
| November 22, 2024
The Texas Board of Education is poised to approve Bluebonnet Learning, a Bible-infused curriculum for elementary schools despite criticism that it’s factually inaccurate.

Trump’s AG pick Matt Gaetz withdraws as more sex with minors details emerge
| November 21, 2024
Gaetz’ quick withdrawal suggests that he realized he likely wouldn’t win the votes necessary to be confirmed by the Senate following Trump’s inauguration.