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(Op-ed) Kids don’t vote: How the media, public talks about Texas, Camp Mystic flood matters
by Joi Louviere
climate | CLIMATE CHANGE | HARDGATE | national politics | natural disaster | OPINION | TEXAS | TEXAS POLITICS | weather

The Coolest Tattoo Shops in Texas — From Dallas to El Paso
Art | BLACK OWNED BUSINESS | Community | LGBTQ | local business | SMALL BUSINESS | STATE | Tattoo | TEXAS | THINGS TO DO

Senate passes GOP’s tax and spending bill with Cornyn, Cruz priorities included
ECONOMY | EDUCATION | greg abbott | lawmakers | laws | NATIONAL NEWS | national politics | TEXAS | Texas Lead Story

Sick of hidden fees on concert tickets and hotel stays? A new federal rule bans them.
| December 18, 2024
Now, live event businesses and hotels must clearly list their prices in both their advertising and pricing information.

Is that a drone or a plane? Experts help explain the differences
| December 18, 2024
Is that a drone, a plane or a helicopter? Experts who study unmanned aircraft systems say it can be tough to tell from miles away, but there are clues.

17 quirky Texas festivals worth checking out in 2025
by Joey Held
| December 16, 2024
No matter where you are in the Lone Star State, you’re never too far from a few unusual festivals. Which ones will you visit this year?

The most popular movies to stream right now
by Stacker
| December 13, 2024
Looking for something to watch? These are the most popular movies streaming right now.

Flying with pets for the holidays? Check pet policies on the largest airlines in the US
by Stacker
| December 12, 2024
Here's what to know when flying with pets this holiday season.

12 DFW restaurant openings you may have missed in 2024
by Joey Held
| December 12, 2024
The DFW restaurant scene is bustling, so we understand if you missed a few that opened this year. Our guide will help you discover a new favorite.

What to know about the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl
by Joey Held
| December 12, 2024
The only bowl game held in Fort Worth, the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl has built up a ton of fun college football history over the years.

I’m helping my college-age kid fill out the 2025-2026 FAFSA. Here’s what to know.
by Lisa Hayes
| December 6, 2024
If the financial aid fiasco last year had you, like me, coming up with creative alternatives for the FAFSA acronym, you can take a big, deep breath. This year, the process is so much easier. Or maybe you’re a FAFSA newbie, and you have no knowledge of 2023’s drama—you just want the quick ‘n’ easy […]

Won’t be home for the holidays? 7 ways to prepare your house before a big trip.
by Stacker
| December 6, 2024
Won't be home for the holidays? Here are 7 ways to prepare your house before a big trip.

7 tips to avoid holiday scams and protect your identity
by Stacker
| December 5, 2024
The holidays can bring joy, time off from work, and days spent with family—but they can also be accompanied by added stressors. Here's how to avoid scams.

A North Texas lawmaker wants to make book banning easier in schools
| December 4, 2024
bannedbooks | bookbans | books | censorship | DALLAS | DFW | DFW Lead Story | frisco | libraries | library | old texas | schools
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.