Dallas-Fort Worth
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Riverfront Jazz Festival 2024: A star-studded Labor Day weekend in Dallas
The 2024 TBAAL Riverfront Jazz Festival will take over downtown Dallas on Labor Day Weekend. Here’s what you can expect.
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How to become a poll worker in Texas
Poll workers are key to a healthy democracy, helping ensure elections across the country run smoothly. Not only do they hand out those cool “I voted” stickers and answer questions during the early voting period and on Election Day, but they also make sure everyone’s vote is included in the final tally by counting absentee…
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VIDEO: Texas voter is excited to vote for Kamala Harris
@courierdfw Vice President Kamala Harris spoke in Houston this week at the 60th International Biennial Boule of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., event. Attendee Nieka Davis told us why she's excited to have VP Harris on the 2024 presidential ticket. . . . #kamalaharris #kamalaforpresident #kamalaforthepeople #kamalaforpresident🇺🇸✌️#amplifygreater #sgrhoboule #greaterwomengreaterworld #SigmaGammaRho @sgrhoupdates #notgoingback #dallas #texas #houston…
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8 North Texas waterparks your family will love
Indoor and outdoor, seasonal and year-round, DFW has tons of waterparks worth a splash.
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Autumn migrations: 8 beautiful birds to spot flying over Texas
It’s about that time of year when birds make their way south to warmer winter climates. Which feathered species can you see across Texas?
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Dozens of pregnant women, some bleeding or in labor, being turned away from ERs despite federal law
More than 100 pregnant women in medical distress who sought help from emergency rooms were turned away or negligently treated since 2022.
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VIDEO: Voting is ‘how we use our voice’
@courierdfw Last night, Vice President Kamala Harris spoke in Houston at the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., 60th International Biennial Boule, where she responded to Donald Trump's attack on her race. "Donald Trump spoke at the annual meeting of the National Association of Black Journalists, and it was the same old show — the divisiveness…
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VIDEO: Texas father is voting for his daughter
@courierdfw Why is it so important for Texans to ensure their voices are heard in the 2024 election? “We’re literally facing down fascism,” one dad told us. #voter #2024elections #dallas #dfw #texas #dallastexas ♬ original sound – CourierDFW
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Unveiling Dallas: The Ultimate Guide for Museum Lovers
We’ve created a guide to help you discover Dallas through seven of its most enriching museums.
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6 times Kamala Harris wore clothing with a hidden meaning
Kamala Harris has mastered turning women’s fashion into a subtle power play. Here are six ways she’s done it, plus tips for how you can do it, too.
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Vice president candidates present stark contrast on voting issues
Vice president candidates present stark contrast on voting issues. Here’s what you need to know about Tim Walz and JD Vance.
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New data shows just how little single moms make compared to other parents
As many as 28 percent of single moms live in poverty. Here’s what you need to know about the wage gap for single moms.
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Top 10 spots for sandwiches in DFW
August is National Sandwich Month, and there’s no better way to celebrate than stuffing your face at these 10 DFW spots.
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Travel to the Rio Grande Valley and explore these Texas cities
A hidden region in the southern tip of the state, The Rio Grande Valley in Texas is the perfect place to visit if you’re looking for a unique vacation.
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Caelum Moor: About the supposedly satanic sculptures
Caelum Moor has had a tumultuous history and received its fair share of criticism over the years. Is it really rooted in witchcraft and Satanic rituals?
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We’re fallin’ for these gorgeous Texas waterfalls
Believe it or not Texas does have quite a few waterfalls. Here are 6 we want to see in person.
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Biden unveils plan for Supreme Court changes, says US stands at ‘breach’ as public confidence sinks
President Biden unveiled a long-awaited proposal for changes at the U.S. Supreme Court, calling on Congress to establish term limits and an enforceable ethics code for the court’s nine justices.
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19 jaw-dropping facts about Texas native Simone Biles
These 19 fascinating facts about Texas native and world-renowned gymnast Simone Biles prove her prowess in and out of the gym.
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Get free school supplies at the Mayor’s Back To School Fair & other events
Say farewell to summer by catching a free event hosted by the City of Dallas, including the Mayor’s Back to School Fair and MLK Back to School Drive Thru.
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Dallas-Fort Worth pickleball guide: 10 courts to try
Pickleball has been around for nearly 60 years, but it’s in the midst of a renaissance. Here are 10 DFW spots to dink, drop, and lob to your heart’s content.
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Mark your calendars: The Dallas International Night Market is back!
The long-awaited return of the Dallas International Night Market will take place on September 21. Here are the details.
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15 things Texans must do before they die
Texas is the second-largest state in the country in terms of area, which means there’s plenty to do. Add these 15 adventures to your bucket list.
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What to know about Kamala Harris
From her time as a prosecutor to her term as vice president, Harris has been a strong advocate for reproductive rights and gun safety laws, pursued justice for victims of crime, and has sought to push back on growing right-wing extremism.
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Kamala Harris has a lot to run on. Here’s what to watch for.
During her time as vice president, Harris has helped pass laws that lowered healthcare costs, invested in childcare and housing, and advanced efforts to fight climate change.
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Biden ends campaign, passes torch to Kamala Harris for Democratic nominee for president
“Today I want to offer my full support and endorsement for Kamala to be the nominee of our party this year,” Biden said. “Democrats — it’s time to come together and beat Trump. Let’s do this.”
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Biden praises longtime US Rep Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas, who died of cancer
Longtime U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas announced a pancreatic cancer diagnosis on June 2.
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Your flight was canceled by the technology outage. What do you do next?
Air travelers became the face of the widespread technology outage Friday as they posted pictures on social media of crowds of people stranded at airports in Europe and the United States.
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7 major rulings from the US Supreme Court’s 2023-2024 term, explained
The US Supreme Court has, shall we say, made news this year. Here’s an approachable explainer to some of their top rulings of the term, and how they impact clean air, workplace safety, health insurance, and the general quality of life for all Americans.
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Big tech billionaires line up behind Donald Trump and JD Vance
Silicon Valley billionaires such as Elon Musk, Marc Andreessen, and Chamath Palihapitiya have thrown their support behind a Trump-Vance ticket, and some even urged the former president to pick Vance as his running mate.
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Where does RFK Jr. stand on abortion? It doesn’t seem like even he knows.
Kennedy said he would support a nationwide 15-week ban, but then changed his mind. He’s also said that he believes the choice of whether or not to have an abortion should stay between women and their doctors while simultaneously touting his plan to “reduce abortion” and “make it easier for women to choose life.”
