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Ken Paxton dismisses reporters, refuses to answer questions at press conference
During a press conference in Fort Worth on Tuesday, Attorney General Ken Paxton—the Republican nominee for US Senate—refused to answer questions about his alleged voter fraud, recent reports about his multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio, and his Democratic opponent, James Talarico.
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US soldiers killed by Iran were from Texas and Hawaii, military says
The U.S. military says 17 service members have been killed in the war with Iran.
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Increases in anxiety, depression, headaches: The data center problem no one is talking about
Esme Zuñiga is a graduate student at the University of Texas at Arlington studying the impact infrasound—low frequency sound below the limit of human hearing emitted from data centers—has on mental health.
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Educator shares what International Newcomer Academy meant to Immigrant students in Fort Worth
At the end of April, Fort Worth ISD voted to close International Newcomer Academy, a campus dedicated to teaching immigrant and refugee students English, as part of the district’s state takeover.
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Fort Worth ISD educators worry immigrant and refugee students won’t be supported after campus closure
After Fort Worth ISD closed International Newcomer Academy in April, educators continue to question if students will receive adequate support in traditional classrooms.
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Republicans suppressed voters in Dallas County. Now they’re holding a convention there
From mid-decade redistricting to election night chaos, Dallas County has continued to face voter suppression at the hands of Republicans. Now, it’s the site of the GOP’s first-ever midterm year convention.
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Dem party chairman calls out GOP for having midterm convention in Dallas
Texas Democratic Party Chairman Kendall Scudder says Republicans’ decision to hold their first-ever national midterm convention in Dallas shows “they must be real scared.”
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Fort Worth lawmaker: Why are data centers getting tax breaks?
State Rep. Nicole Collier (D-Fort Worth) is addressing her concerns over more and more data centers coming to Tarrant County, including companies receiving tax breaks, environmental impacts, and local communities having no control over their construction.
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‘The city is gaslighting us’: Fort Worth residents raise concerns about proposed data center
Fort Worth asked residents to share their feedback on a $10 billion data center development being proposed in the city. The consensus—it’s not wanted.
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Fort Worth lawmaker questions efficiency of school district takeover by the state
Fort Worth ISD is in the middle of a state takeover, and state Rep. Nicole Collier (D-Fort Worth) is calling for more accountability for the state-appointed board of managers who are now running the district.
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Fort Worth resident questions city council over data centers
Fort Worth residents voiced their concerns over Mayor Mattie Parker and the city council’s conflicts of interest surrounding data center decision-making at this week’s city council meeting.
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More than a watch party: Here’s what to do at Dallas’ FIFA Fan Festival
Check out all the things you can do at Fair Park while the festival runs now through July 19.
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Here’s what to know about Dallas’ World Cup FIFA Fan Festival
Check out our DFW Intern Noemi Castanon’s breakdown of what you can expect at the World Cup FIFA Fan Festival in Dallas, located at Fair Park.
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‘We don’t want public school staff teaching the bible to students’
During Monday morning’s State Board of Education meeting, Jacinto Saenz, an English teacher in Garland ISD, testified against a proposed required reading list that would force Texas students to read passages from the Bible.
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Dallas County Judge calls data center tax breaks a ‘disastrous decision’
During a community discussion on data centers hosted by the Texas Organizing Project in Dallas Thursday night, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins shared his thoughts on Texas giving data center developers tax breaks and exemptions. Texas will lose out on $3.2 billion in sales tax revenue from data centers over the next two years because…
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Faith leaders urge Dallas to protest ICE deportations ahead of World Cup
Dallas clergy and activists are sounding the alarm on Atlantic Aviation—a Plano-based company—allegedly facilitating US Immigration and Customs Enforcement deportation flights at Dallas Love Field airport. Now, they’re urging residents to push back.
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Collin County families need to earn $90,635 annually to make ends meet, report finds
Collin County families must earn an average of $7,553 per month to be considered self-sufficient, according to a new report.
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Gina Hinojosa launches ‘Team Texas Public Schools’ program, lays out plans in Fort Worth
The Democratic nominee for Texas governor recently launched a new nonpartisan program meant to fight state takeovers.
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State Rep. Gina Hinojosa: ‘We can’t take the bait’ of culture wars
State Rep. Gina Hinojosa (D-Austin), who is looking to defeat Republican Gov. Greg Abbott in November, hosted a town hall focused on education in Fort Worth Tuesday night.
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State Rep. Gina Hinojosa on the importance of fighting for Texas public schools
Watch as state Rep. Gina Hinojosa (D-Austin), the Democratic nominee for Texas governor, shares the importance of communities resisting state takeovers of local school districts during a town hall in Fort Worth Tuesday night.
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How will state Rep. Gina Hinojosa fight against private school vouchers?
During a town hall focused on education in Fort Worth Tuesday night, state Rep. Gina Hinojosa—the Democratic nominee for Texas governor, shared how she would reverse the state’s private school voucher program.
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Rep. Jasmine Crockett lets Charlie Kirk’s words speak for themselves as GOP defends TPUSA
Republicans held a hearing to defend Turning Point USA from the SPLC. Rep. Jasmine Crockett responded by reading Charlie Kirk’s own words aloud, then asked a former federal prosecutor what she thought.
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Faith leaders condemn ICE operations at Dallas Love Field airport
A coalition of faith leaders and immigration advocates held a press conference on Tuesday organized by @cleardfw, sounding the alarm on Atlantic Aviation.
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DFW Airport ramps up staff and signage ahead of FIFA World Cup
Dallas-Fort Worth Airport is getting ready for an influx of visitors ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Here’s how it’s preparing.
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Here’s how to donate to the victims of the Oak Cliff apartment fire
There are several ways to help surviving victims of the May 28 explosion.
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How to celebrate the World Cup in DFW for little to no money
The World Cup 2026 is being held across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, including two Texas destinations. Here’s how DFW residents can take part.
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From June 11 to July 19, Klyde Warren Park becomes Dallas’ free World Cup hub
Free FIFA World Cup watch parties will be held at Klyde Warren Park from June 11 through July 19. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Here’s what $1,400 rent gets you in Dallas-Fort Worth in 2026
Discover 11 places to rent in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex with the coolest amenities, locations, and space—all under $1,400 a month!
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No match? No problem: Trinity Metro helps FIFA fans discover North Texas beyond the stadium
The Cowtown Visitor Shuttle will run on non-match days during the FIFA World Cup. Here’s what you need to know.
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Dallas Police Department to host 3-day hiring event ahead of FIFA World Cup
The Dallas Police Department is holding a multi-day hiring event from June 10-12. Here’s everything you need to know.
