Dallas
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Texas voters say state heading in wrong direction with abortion ban
A new poll shows that more than half of Texas voters support expanding access to abortion in a state with one of the most extreme bans in the nation.
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Ken Paxton withdrew an opinion on gun bans weeks after suing Texas state fair for a similar restriction
Attorney General Ken Paxton withdrew an eight-year-old legal opinion that gave private nonprofits the green light to ban guns on land they lease from a city.
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An inside look at Lyla, the trendiest restaurant in Dallas
Lyla is a newer addition to the Dallas restaurant scene, but this Mediterranean-inspired location has quickly become a hotspot. Here’s what it’s really like.
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Paxton takes Dallas to court over gun ban at State Fair
Attorney General Ken Paxton is asking a Dallas County District Court not to enforce the ban.
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Clinging to hope: What voting means for Dallas’ Stacia Doss
The 36-year-old may have a lot of reasons to feel hopeless this election season, but fear isn’t stopping her from exercising her right to vote.
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Attorney General Ken Paxton threatens to sue Dallas over State Fair gun ban
A state fair spokesperson said they would cooperate with the city of Dallas’s guidance on the matter.
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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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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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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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An immersive ‘Netflix House’ is coming to Galleria Dallas
Galleria Dallas is one of the first two sites for Netflix’s newest endeavor, Netflix House. Here’s what we know so far.
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Southwest Airlines plans to start assigning seats, breaking with a 50-year tradition
Southwest Airlines said it plans to drop the open-boarding system it has used for more than 50 years and will start assigning passengers to seats.
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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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Milk, eggs and now bullets for sale in handful of US grocery stores with ammo vending machines
A DFW company is selling bullets out of vending machines, and gun safety advocates worry it will lead to more shootings.
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How Dallas teens can enjoy free access to top attractions
Dallas teenagers can visit top attractions for free with the Teen All Access Pass program. Here’s what you need to know.
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As more Texans struggle with housing costs, homeownership becoming less attainable
More Texas homeowners and renters than ever are struggling with high housing costs — and the state’s high home prices have potentially put the dream of owning a home out-of-reach for a growing number of families. That’s according to a new report from Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies, which also found that home…
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Texas added more Latino, Asian and Black residents than any other state last year
Texas also had the biggest jump last year in the overall population, adding 473,000 people.
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6 summer food programs for children in the DFW area
Check out these 6 DFW food programs that help feed children in the summer.
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10 singers who have called North Texas home
Whether through church, school or honky-tonk bars in small towns, North Texas has bred some of the biggest names in Hollywood.
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For the city of Dallas, it’s time to talk about trash
The City of Dallas launches a new cross-department effort to clean up litter. Here’s what you need to know about the city’s litter removal.
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Dallas’ 2024 Pride In Excellence Awards honored local LGBTQIA+ leaders
Dallas’s Mayor and City Councilmembers celebrated the 2024 Pride in Excellence Awards Reception in honor of Pride Month. Here’s what you need to know.
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Post-storm tree care: What Dallas residents need to know
Following severe storms, the Dallas government has highlighted the importance of proper tree care. Here’s what you need to know.
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Celtics favored to win Game 1 and NBA Finals series, but money is rolling in on the Mavericks
The Celtics are prohibitive favorites to win Thursday’s Game 1 of the NBA Finals and odds are on Boston to hoist what would be its record 18th championship banner. But the money, at least at BetMGM Sportsbook, is pouring in on the Dallas Mavericks. Senior trader Halvor Egeland said Monday that 80% of the bets were coming on…
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The 5 best trails to hike, bike, and walk in Dallas-Fort Worth
Grab your good sneakers and head out to one of these Dallas-Fort Worth trails.
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Use your Dallas Public Library to unlock these free activities
Your library card can unlock these cultural experiences in Dallas.
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How to navigate FEMA for the upcoming hurricane season
Home damaged by a hurricane? See if you are eligible for federal assistance.
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The hottest FC Dallas players to watch in 2024
Learn all about the FC Dallas players that should be on your radar in 2024.
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Help shelter dogs in Dallas find new homes with the Doggie Daycation Program
Dallas Animal Services (DAS) has launched a brand-new, creative initiative, the Doggie Daycation program. Here’s how you can help shelter dogs in DFW.
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Everything you need to know about the minimum wage in Texas
With Texas’ minimum wage stuck at $7.25, get a quick view into the minimum wage debate in the state and throughout the country.
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Some in Houston facing no power for weeks after storms cause widespread damage, killing at least 4
An official warned Friday that power outages could last weeks in parts of Houston after thunderstorms with hurricane-force winds tore through the city. The storms knocked out electricity to nearly 1 million homes and businesses in the region, blew out windows on downtown high rises, and flipped vehicles.
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Here’s how 7 DFW cities and neighborhoods got their names
A popular person or description of the scenery, cities and neighborhoods have a story to their naming. Let’s investigate some of our favorites.
