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High food prices are hurting Texas families. Here’s what Kamala Harris has proposed to lower costs.
| September 10, 2024
The vice president has said that she will call on Congress to pass a federal ban on price gouging and give the Federal Trade Commission more authority to prevent consolidation in the food industry.

Dallas launches Digital Art Challenge for all ages
| September 10, 2024
The City of Dallas officially launched Innovate and Create: Digital Art Challenge. Here's what interested residents need to know.

Why this retired Army Lieutenant General and former Republican is voting for Kamala Harris
by Dylan Rhoney
| September 10, 2024
Ben Hodges spent nearly 40 years in the US Army, and served as the Commanding General of the US Army in Europe. Now, he’s speaking out about the threats of a second Trump presidency.

How I’ll shine a light on Texas politics at our new, pro-democracy newsroom
by Matt Hennie
| September 9, 2024
2024 ELECTIONS | DFW | elections | EQUALITY | LGBTQ | OPINION | TEXAS | Texas Lead Story | TEXAS LEGISLATURE | TEXAS POLITICS
My first taste of covering Texas politics came while covering a rally on the steps of the Texas Capitol, where lawmakers were targeting LGBTQ+ people.

GOP lawsuits set the stage for state challenges if Trump loses the election
| September 9, 2024
Republicans filed more than 100 lawsuits challenging various aspects of vote-casting after being chastised repeatedly by judges in 2020 for bringing complaints about how the election was run only after votes were tallied.

12 Dallas date night itineraries for every kind of couple
by Joey Held
| September 9, 2024
Whether you prefer an active night out or an artsy and laid-back evening, we’ve got you covered with these Dallas date night ideas.

These offices are on Texas ballots this year
| September 9, 2024
2024 ELECTIONS | DFW | TEXAS | TEXAS HOUSE | TEXAS LEADERS | TEXAS LEGISLATURE | TEXAS POLITICS | TEXAS SENATE | US SENATE | Voter Resources | VOTING IN TEXAS | Voting Info
Election season is just around the corner, and it’s likely you’ve heard about the big races, including the one for our next US president. But what about races that are local to Texas—and even DFW? There are actually tons of offices and positions on the ballot this November, and it may be surprising to hear […]

The 10 most absurd roadside attractions in Texas
by Joey Held
| September 9, 2024
There are plenty of roads to drive on in Texas. Luckily, there’s no shortage of roadside attractions when you need a break or want to see something spectacularly strange.

Beyond the bar: 7 creative Dallas bachelor party ideas
by Joey Held
| September 5, 2024
Planning a celebration for a soon-to-be groom? These Dallas bachelor party destinations and ideas offer fun and thrilling adventures for everyone.

Kamala Harris proposes plan to make it easier for Texans to start small businesses
| September 5, 2024
2024 ELECTIONS | ECONOMY | NATIONAL NEWS | national politics | SMALL BUSINESS | TEXAS | Texas Lead Story
Harris has proposed expanding a tax deduction for costs that are incurred while starting a business, creating a new fund that would allow the country’s smallest banks to cover the interest accrued on loans to new businesses, and more.

The ‘sandwich generation’ is strained: How to save for retirement while caring for kids and aging parents
by Stacker
| September 4, 2024
50 hours, that's the amount of time America's "sandwich generation" spends caring for both children and aging parents every week. Here's what you need to know.

Kamala Harris wants to make it easier to afford housing in Texas
| September 4, 2024
After years of a worsening housing crisis in Texas, Kamala Harris’ proposals seek to create three million homes by 2028, provide down payment assistance to first-time home buyers, and crack down on price fixing among corporate landlords.


