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From Texas to the heartland, new report examines federal impact on rural America
| October 30, 2025
Texas' farming communities reflect the broader struggles of rural America as they contend with climate change, immigration raids, and federal cuts.
Where to get food resources in Texas as SNAP benefits are set to pause for November
| October 29, 2025
This article was last updated Nov. 2 at 3:50 p.m. As the federal government shutdown drags on, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is set to pause its benefits for the month of November, leaving million of low-income Texans unsure about where they’ll get their next meals. The government shutdown started on Oct. 1, due […]
3 Texas restaurants receive first Michelin star awards
| October 29, 2025
The best of the culinary scene gathered in Houston Oct. 28 to find out what Texas restaurants would be receiving a Michelin star, along with other honors. This is the second year Texas has hosted a Michelin ceremony.
POV: Early voting is faster than a Chick-fil-A drive-thru
| October 29, 2025
Things that take longer than early voting:
👉 Preheating your oven
👉 Checking out at H-E-B
👉 Waiting for the barista to make your latte
👉 Basically everything
You can still vote early in Texas through Oct. 31 or cast your ballot on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 4.
‘The supports aren’t there’ Fort Worth voter rallies for young people at ‘No Kings’
| October 29, 2025
This Fort Worth resident said she wants her children, and other young people, to get a world at least as good as the one she’s had. The decorated umbrella she brought to the Fort Worth ‘No Kings’ rally on Saturday only covers a fraction of her issues with the current administration, but yet she’s hopeful for a better future. #NoKings
Dallas ‘No Kings’ protester calls out Trump’s ‘BS’
| October 29, 2025
Thousands of Texans protested President Donald Trump on Oct. 18 in downtown Dallas, calling out his “BS” claims that protesters on “No Kings Day” were paid to be there. #NoKings
Beto O’Rourke speaks out at No Kings Rally in Austin
| October 29, 2025
Beto O’Rourke gave an invigorating speech at the No Kings Rally Oct. 18. #NoKings
ACA premiums surge in Texas as open enrollment approaches
| October 29, 2025
Open enrollment for Affordable Care Act health insurance plans begins Nov. 1, yet Texans are facing higher premiums and the loss of federal subsidies. That could mean more families losing their health insurance in a state that already leads the nation in the number of uninsured people.
Sheila Jackson Lee’s daughter backs Christian Menefee for mom’s US House seat
| October 29, 2025
Former US Rep. Erica Lee Carter, daughter of the late Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, expressed her support of CD 18 candidate Christian Menefee at an Oct. 19 rally. Carter held the position for a few months after her mother's passing and was then succeeded by the late Rep. Sylvester Turner.
Thanksgiving in DFW: 10 restaurants to order from or dine in
| October 29, 2025
Community | CULTURE | DFW | FAMILY | food and drink | HARDGATE | holiday season | HOLIDAYS | LIFESTYLE | TEXAS | thanksgiving | thanksgiving in dfw
Reserve a table at one of 10 delicious restaurants hosting Thanksgiving brunch, lunch, and/or dinner in Dallas-Fort Worth this year.
Guinness World Records Texas holds (plus 5 cool Guinness Records held by Texans)
| October 28, 2025
animals | Art | books | Community | CULTURE | dogs | ENTERTAINMENT | fun | guinness world records | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | local | Local news | recreation | TEXAS
There’s no shortage of Guinness World Records accomplishments. We’re highlighting some of our favorites from Texas and its residents.
All aboard the Silver Line! Ride free between Plano and DFW airport through Nov. 8
| October 28, 2025
Affordability | Community | CULTURE | DFW | ECONOMY | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | local politics | public transit | silver line | TEXAS
DART’s Silver Line is officially up and running. Here’s what you need to know about its 10 station stops.