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The guerrilla campaign to save a Texas prairie from ‘silent extinction’
CLIMATE CHANGE | Community | conservation | CULTURE | DFW | environmentalism | native plants | prairie | TEXAS | TEXAS POLITICS
Arlington Charities prepares for double the demand after the passing of Trump bill
Community | EXCO-Player | Federal Cuts | HEALTHCARE | Medicaid | old texas | social security | TEXAS | trump | youtube
She’s not faking it: How this Texas bill would excuse period pain absences in school
| April 28, 2025
bills | DFW | DFW Lead Story | EDUCATION | EQUALITY | equity | HEALTH | inclusion | lawmakers | old texas | public education | public school | Repro Rights | TEXAS | TEXAS LEGISLATURE | women's health
A Texas bill would excuse school absences for menstrual disorders—advocates say it’s a crucial step toward reproductive health and dignity in schools.
The financial cost of autism management: Navigating expenses and resources
| April 23, 2025
CIVIL RIGHTS | diversity | ECONOMY | EQUALITY | equity | FAMILY | funding | HEALTH | HEALTHCARE | HEALTHCARE | lawmakers | laws | politcal | political | politics | TEXAS
While all 50 U.S. states have laws requiring private insurers to cover some level of autism-related care, coverage details vary, and out-of-pocket costs can still be significant, Rula explains.
Texas House passes $1 billion school vouchers bill in historic vote
| April 17, 2025
The Texas House passed a $1 billion school voucher bill early Thursday, a measure that provides $10,300 to students to attend private schools.
Fort Worth prioritizes literacy effort as 2 in 3 students cannot read proficiently
| April 16, 2025
Mayor Mattie Parker issued a resolution April 15 declaring literacy as one of the city’s priorities. The document emphasized Fort Worth’s promise to help the 12 school districts serving the city achieve universal grade-level reading among students.
You’re paying taxes today—but are billionaires and big corporations dodging theirs?
| April 15, 2025
Affordability | CHILDCARE | Community | ECONOMY | Gander | NATIONAL NEWS | TEXAS | US HOUSE | women's health
Congress is prioritizing the ultra-wealthy and corporate greed over everyday American people this tax season. Now, community organizations across the US are fighting back—here’s how you can get involved.
Meet Dallas’ new police chief, Daniel Comeaux
| April 14, 2025
Get to know the new chief of the Dallas Police Department, Daniel Comeaux.
Where to wander through wildflowers in Dallas-Fort Worth
| April 11, 2025
The DFW area is home to a gorgeous array of wildflowers. Follow our guide to learn the best locations to see them and some of the varieties you’ll find.
Fair Housing Month: Discover your rights in Dallas this April
| April 9, 2025
Dallas hosts Fair Housing Roadshow in April, offering free workshops on housing rights and discrimination protections across multiple neighborhoods.
Trump wants to dismantle the Education Department. That could hurt students with disabilities in Texas.
| April 8, 2025
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In a state with a checkered history with federal special education law, advocates say Texas students will see an erosion of their disability rights protections. As the Trump administration pushes to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, advocates for students with disabilities worry that, without federal oversight, Texas will fail to provide adequate special education services to the children who need them.
Second chance charter: This Texas educator is fighting for high school dropouts
| April 4, 2025
Once a teenager drops out of high school, stigmas often follow. The world has become a more and more unforgiving place for young people, and on top of the unique challenges today’s teens face, financial crises at home and in the public school system leave struggling youth without much support. Fortunately, there’s a North Texas […]
Texas Senate approves ban on DEI, LGBTQ+ clubs in public schools
| April 4, 2025
dei | DFW | diversity | EDUCATION | equity | greg abbott | inclusion | public schools | TEXAS | Texas Lead Story | trump
The Senate approved SB 12 in a 20-11 party-line vote on March 19. It’s now headed to the Texas House for consideration. The bill bans the teaching of gender identity and sexual orientation, creates an avenue for parents to file complaints about violations, and requires districts to create policies for disciplining employees who engage in DEI-related tasks.
Your unofficial guide to 4/20 in Dallas-Fort Worth
| April 4, 2025
From elaborate meals and treats to activities that will broaden your horizons, we’ve put together our favorite ways to ring in a DFW 4/20 celebration in style.