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6 times Trump insulted US veterans
| June 25, 2024
Former president Donald Trump has a long history of clashing with military families and US veterans. The newly convicted felon, who famously evaded the Vietnam War draft, has even reportedly called slain US soldiers “losers” and “suckers.”

Dental office credit cards are pushing people further into debt
| June 25, 2024
With limited coverage for adult dental care and lofty out-of-pocket costs, some patients are turning to dental credit cards—but experts say these cards are “predatory.”

Infant mortality rate rose 8% in wake of Texas abortion ban, study shows
| June 25, 2024
In the wake of Texas’ abortion ban, the state’s infant death rate increased, and more died of birth defects, a study published Monday shows.

A NASCAR champion to a pediatric nurse: Here are 12 infamous Texas criminals
by Joey Held
| June 24, 2024
From a former NASCAR champion to a pediatric nurse, learn about 12 of the more infamous criminals currently serving time in Texas.

Opinion: Two years after Roe v. Wade was overturned, I am stronger and angrier
| June 24, 2024
If they were going to ban abortion, who knew what else they were going to start banning?

A Texas mom nearly died after an incomplete miscarriage. Were doctors afraid to treat her?
| June 24, 2024
Ryan Hamilton wonders if doctors were too afraid of Texas’ extreme abortion ban to provide adequate care to his bleeding wife in a post-Roe world.

All 13 Dallas restaurants featured on ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’
| June 24, 2024
Our list of the 13 Dallas restaurants Guy Fieri visited on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" includes information such as the episodes, menu, reviews, and more.

Biden’s plan to make corporations and billionaires pay more in taxes
| June 20, 2024
The president plans to raise taxes on billionaires and giant corporations to help fund more affordable housing and child care, while keeping taxes the same for those earning under $400,000 per year.

10 Texas swimming holes to help you cool off this summer
by Joey Held
| June 20, 2024
Texas is full of swimming holes that offer unique experiences. Here's what you need to know about the top 10.

Celebrate Pride Month with these must-read books
by Sam Cohen
| June 18, 2024
We asked our colleagues across Courier Newsroom to share recommendations for books by LGBTQ+ authors. Here’s what they said.

Half a million immigrants could eventually get US citizenship under a new plan from Biden
| June 18, 2024
The White House announced Tuesday that the Biden administration will, in the coming months, allow certain spouses of U.S. citizens without legal status to apply for permanent residency and eventually citizenship.

Trump promises billionaires tax cuts if they donate to his campaign
| June 18, 2024
The former president has cozied up to fellow billionaires in recent months as he’s become increasingly anxious to avoid prison, and therefore needs cash to fund his legal and campaign fees. In exchange, he’s promising to once again pass tax cuts for corporations and the super rich.