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Opinion: The South’s Sunday Night Football: How dare Texas, US downplay its lynching history

September 12, 2025

Texas overlooks the era when racial terror lynchings were not only tolerated, but celebrated, in communities across the state.

Opinion: The South’s Sunday Night Football: How dare Texas, US downplay its lynching history

Time to spruce things up: Where to choose your own Christmas tree in Texas

December 9, 2025

Nothing quite compares to the smell of a fresh Christmas tree during the holidays. That cozy pine scent more than makes up for the inevitable floor full of needles—or the annoying task of keeping your pet out of the tree’s water.

Time to spruce things up: Where to choose your own Christmas tree in Texas

Texas lawmakers push for transparency on water consumption by AI facilities and data centers

February 12, 2026

Lawmakers say the data will help guide long‑term planning as Texas faces rising demand from major cities, agriculture, and industry.

Texas lawmakers push for transparency on water consumption by AI facilities and data centers

Fort Worth fights for its public schools

November 5, 2025

PLUS: Join me in Dallas tonight! Hi there! Last weekend, I attended a town hall in Fort Worth focused on the Texas Education Agency’s takeover of Fort Worth ISD. State Rep. Gina Hinojosa and other education advocates answered questions from concerned parents, and shared information on how to mobilize and fight for their public schools.…

Fort Worth fights for its public schools

Pearland greenlights Orchard at Lower Kirby, a new 122-acre mixed-use development

April 2, 2026

A new 122-acre development was recently approved by the Pearland City Council. Here’s what you need to know.

Pearland greenlights Orchard at Lower Kirby, a new 122-acre mixed-use development

Texas Education Agency names new Fort Worth ISD superintendent amid state takeover

March 24, 2026

The state intervened at the district after one campus received five consecutive failing grades on the A-F accountability rating system from 2018-2023.

Texas Education Agency names new Fort Worth ISD superintendent amid state takeover

Ken Paxton sues Dallas over lack of police funding

February 17, 2026

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the city of Dallas over alleged insufficient funding of the police department, which violates a proposition voters passed in November 2024.

Ken Paxton sues Dallas over lack of police funding

Why you should care about your local school board election

October 29, 2025

PLUS: Lawmakers denounce FWISD takeover Good afternoon, y’all! Did you know there’s an election happening right now in Texas? Early voting runs now through Friday, and Election Day is Nov. 4. There’s a lot on the ballot, including some local school board elections. Below you’ll find a breakdown on the importance of school boards, and…

Why you should care about your local school board election

Weed, wages, reproductive rights: 15 bills facing Texas lawmakers in 2025

January 6, 2025

More than 2,200 bills — from cannabis reform and public education to housing affordability — have been filed ahead of the start of the 89th Texas Legislature, which opens on Jan. 14. Here’s a recap of some of the proposed bills making headlines ahead of the legislature and how they could impact you. Legalizing recreational…

Weed, wages, reproductive rights: 15 bills facing Texas lawmakers in 2025

I got to experience 3 classic game shows without leaving Texas, thanks to GameOn! HTX

July 14, 2025

GameOn! HTX gives you a full game show experience right in the Lone Star State, making it the perfect activity for parties, big groups, and work events.

I got to experience 3 classic game shows without leaving Texas, thanks to GameOn! HTX

Texas Senate approves ban on DEI, LGBTQ+ clubs in public schools

April 4, 2025

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…

Texas Senate approves ban on DEI, LGBTQ+ clubs in public schools

10 celebrities that took their last breath in Texas

October 22, 2024

From presidents to pioneers, civil rights icons to silver screen stars, Texas has been the final chapter in many remarkable American celebrities.

10 celebrities that took their last breath in Texas

All aboard the Silver Line! Ride free between Plano and DFW airport through Nov. 8

October 28, 2025

DART’s Silver Line is officially up and running. Here’s what you need to know about its 10 station stops.

All aboard the Silver Line! Ride free between Plano and DFW airport through Nov. 8

A veteran fan’s guide to attending March Madness in person

March 18, 2026

Watching games from home is one thing, but it’s an entirely different experience to witness March Madness in person. Here’s what to know.

A veteran fan’s guide to attending March Madness in person

Blue dragons are washing up in Texas. Here’s why you shouldn’t pick one up

March 13, 2026

Rare blue dragon slugs are washing up on Texas’s shoreline, but beware: they sting. Here’s everything you need to know.

Blue dragons are washing up in Texas. Here’s why you shouldn’t pick one up

From motor hotel to modern marvel, the Caravan lives on in Arlington

March 6, 2026

The Caravan Motor Hotel was an Arlington landmark for decades. Now, it’s been revitalized thanks to a local entrepreneur.

From motor hotel to modern marvel, the Caravan lives on in Arlington

Texas Democrat demands that El Paso detention center be shut down

February 26, 2026

Camp East Montana in El Paso has been operational for six months, and at least three people have died at the site since December 2025.

Texas Democrat demands that El Paso detention center be shut down

Y’all ready for this? Tim Hortons is coming to San Antonio

February 24, 2026

Canada’s popular coffee and donut chain Tim Hortons is officially coming to San Antonio. Here’s what you need to know.

Y’all ready for this? Tim Hortons is coming to San Antonio

Dallas seventh grader Aiden McMillan on track for Guinness World Record after achieving nuclear fusion

February 11, 2026

A Dallas seventh grader may earn a Guiness World Record for his scientific achievements. Here’s what he’s working on.

Dallas seventh grader Aiden McMillan on track for Guinness World Record after achieving nuclear fusion

VIDEO: Why this Texas millennial mom is voting

August 15, 2024

@courierdfw Hear what a Dallas mother has to say to those considering not voting. #dallasmom #dallasmoms #dallasmommy #dallasmomblog #dallasvoter #dallaslife #texas #houston #dallastexas #fortworth #dfw #austin #dallastx #dallas ♬ original sound – CourierDFW

VIDEO: Why this Texas millennial mom is voting

Texas jurors are deciding if a student’s parents are liable in a deadly 2018 school shooting

August 19, 2024

An attorney for the parents of a Texas student accused of killing 10 people in a 2018 school shooting near Houston told trial jurors Friday that they didn’t know their son would have a psychotic breakdown.

Texas jurors are deciding if a student’s parents are liable in a deadly 2018 school shooting

10 Reality TV stars from Texas

January 13, 2025

Some of reality tv’s brightest stars are from Texas. Let’s look at some of the most notable from the last decade.

Weather-weary Texas battered again as powerful storm, strong winds kill 1, cause widespread damage

May 29, 2024

Power outages remained widespread Wednesday in storm-weary Texas a day after another burst of severe weather flooded streets, uprooted trees, and ripped off roofs. Authorities said a teenager was killed at a construction site while working on a home that collapsed.