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August in DFW: Don’t miss these 8 festivals and events
by Marc
| July 16, 2024
Check out our favorite festivals and events throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area in August.

What to know about Donald Trump’s apparent assassination attempt
| July 14, 2024
The Secret Service shot and killed the would-be assassin, identified as a 20-year-old from a Pittsburgh suburb not far from the campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. One spectator was killed and two others were critically injured.

Project 2025 would threaten women’s access to emergency contraception
| July 12, 2024
Project 2025 specifically states that certain types of emergency contraception would be excluded from the no cost coverage provided by the Affordable Care Act should it be implemented.

Milk, eggs and now bullets for sale in handful of US grocery stores with ammo vending machines
| July 12, 2024
A DFW company is selling bullets out of vending machines, and gun safety advocates worry it will lead to more shootings.

The most talented Olympians from Texas—past and present
by Marc
| July 11, 2024
Texas athletes have had a long history of success in the Olympics. Here’s a look at who to watch this year and the most notable Texan Olympians over time.

A Trump judge just blocked the ban of noncompete clauses
| July 10, 2024
The FTC voted to ban noncompete agreements in April—those pesky clauses that employers often force their workers to sign which effectively bar them from starting their own business or finding a new job in the same field within a certain area or timeframe after leaving their current job.

How Dallas teens can enjoy free access to top attractions
| July 9, 2024
Dallas teenagers can visit top attractions for free with the Teen All Access Pass program. Here's what you need to know.

Beryl leaves hot misery in its wake as the still-dangerous storm churns into the US interior
| July 9, 2024
Many of the millions left without power when Hurricane Beryl crashed into the Houston area, killing several people and unleashing flooding, now face days without air conditioning as dangerous heat threatens the region Tuesday.

6 castles to explore in Texas
by Marc
| July 8, 2024
You may not think Texas and castles go together, but these six spots give a taste of medieval flair within the Lone Star State.

7 brands you didn’t know were headquartered in North Texas
by Joi Louviere
| July 3, 2024
After New York, Texas has the most headquarters in the country, many being right here in DFW. Did you know these brands called DFW home?