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Clearing the air in DFW: A look at local steps to improve air quality
Between a bustling population, long commutes, industrial activities, and the limited public transportation access, it’s not too surprising that the Dallas-Fort Worth area ranks as the 10th-worst city for ozone pollution. That’s according to the American Lung Association’s 2025 air quality report, which in 2024 ranked DFW at no. 13. The report collects data on…
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Get to know your 2025-2026 Dallas Mavericks NBA team
The 2025-2026 Dallas Mavericks have plenty of returning faces and could make some noise in a crowded Western Conference—assuming they can stay healthy.
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Step right up! Adidas set to unveil State Fair of Texas kicks
Adidas is partnering with Hibbett for a run of limited-edition shoes featuring a State Fair of Texas theme. Here’s what you need to know about the “State Fair” Superstar kicks.
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10 celebrity chef restaurants in Dallas-Fort Worth
After reading about these 10 Dallas-Fort Worth restaurants started by celebrity chefs, you’ll want to make a dinner reservation pronto.
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‘More stressed, more unsure’: Texas educators start school year under new DEI ban
Educators speak out on new laws they face in classrooms, including a ban on diversity, equity, and inclusion and a “Parental Bill of Rights” that makes it easier for conservatives to interfere in public schools.
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Get a glimpse of the 2025-26 Dallas Cowboys roster
The NFL season is upon us. Here’s how the Dallas Cowboys roster stacks up, plus the key games Cowboys fans should circle on their calendar.
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Here’s how Fort Worth residents can weigh in on the future downtown library
The listening sessions come about two years after Fort Worth sold its decades-old downtown central library building, and one year after it purchased a nearby, 100-year-old building as a new location.
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A long drive: Dallas-area Hurricane Katrina survivor recounts narrow escape 20 years later
A Forney woman looks back on evacuating New Orleans and finding a new life in Texas.
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Classroom doors open, but wallets stay empty for Texas teachers
A study found that Texas teachers spend about $100 of their own money on school supplies.
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It’s not in your head—downtown Dallas is getting hotter. Here’s what the city is doing about it
Dallas is partnering with the Smart Surfaces Coalition to help combat the city’s increasingly hot urban core. Here’s what they’re planning to do.
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10 things I did in Frisco that made me feel like a kid again
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Frisco for kids and adults alike. You’ll certainly get a nostalgia kick from our tour of the city. Sitting about 30 miles north of Dallas, Frisco is quickly becoming one of the fastest-growing cities in all of Texas. In fact, a recent study from GoBankingRates.com named Frisco the most affordable…
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There’s still time to participate in DFW’s indie bookstore crawl
Through the month of August, 24 bookstores in the DFW area are hosting a bookstore crawl. Here’s what you need to know.
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My friend group tried Dallas’s coolest new take on shuffleboard (& yours should too)
There’s a new game in town. See how Electric Shuffle elevates shuffleboard and provides a delightfully enjoyable group experience.
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For some Texas students, citizenship isn’t enough to feel safe
Texas college students are fearful that their citizenship status will not be enough to protect them from the current ICE raids.
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North Texans fight back against ‘racist’ redistricting
Hundreds of people testified against the redrawing of congressional maps during a hearing at the University of Texas at Arlington on Monday.
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How DFW became one of the busiest airports in the world (+ some of the coolest flights you can take)
Learn how Dallas Fort Worth International Airport has turned into one of the most popular airports in the world, both in passengers served and flights flown.
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Trump administration hands over Medicaid recipients’ personal data, including addresses, to ICE
Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials will be given access to the personal data of the nation’s 79 million Medicaid enrollees, including home addresses and ethnicities, to track down immigrants who may not be living legally in the United States, according to an agreement obtained by The Associated Press.
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7 most notorious true crime cases in DFW history
Dallas-Fort Worth is home to plenty of exciting spots, but it’s also been the scene of some of the most infamous true crime cases in the country.
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Dallas achieves unprecedented growth in pet adoptions
Dallas pet adoptions shatter adoption records with 12,261 pets finding homes in 2024 — a 41% increase from the previous year. This makes Dallas Animal Services a national leader in animal welfare.
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16 Free or super cheap things to do in North Texas this summer
Here are some activities that are free or cheap to do in the Dallas area.
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Where to go paddleboarding around Dallas-Fort Worth
Explore DFW on the water by going to one of these cool paddleboarding locations, many of which offer board rentals.
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‘The uncertainty has been debilitating’: DFW business owners react to THC ban
If Gov. Greg Abbott — who signed a bill in 2019 that legalized the sale of products with less than 0.3% of THC — does not veto SB 3, an $8 billion industry that includes over 8,000 small businesses and employs over 50,000 people throughout the state will be wiped out.
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Texas lawmakers allocate $10M to support National Juneteenth Museum development
The National Juneteenth Museum received $10 million from Texas lawmakers for its development in Fort Worth’s Historic Southside, museum CEO Jarred Howard confirmed to the Report June 9. The Texas House and Senate approved the allocation through the state budget, but it still awaits Gov. Greg Abbott’s signature. Howard said the state’s new financial support…
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Get a taste of all 28 Michelin Star Restaurants in DFW
Visit these Michelin Star restaurants in Dallas-Fort Worth for a truly decadent dining experience.
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Tarrant County commissioners vote 3-2 to redistrict, adopting more Republican-friendly map
The Tarrant County Commissioners Court could get a bigger conservative majority next year under a new map passed Tuesday. Republican Commissioners Manny Ramirez, Matt Krause and County Judge Tim O’Hare voted to adopt the map Tuesday. Democratic Commissioners Alisa Simmons and Roderick Miles Jr. voted against it. The map reshapes the two Democrat-controlled precincts and…
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9 places to make a splash in North Texas this summer
DFW has no shortage of impressive pools to make your summer a little cooler. Here are some of our favorite spots around the city.
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Will a new abortion bill save the lives of pregnant women in Texas?
It’s taken state Supreme Court cases, a number of women dying, and massive pressure from the people of Texas for the state Legislature to respond with SB31. But will the new bill help or hurt women who need abortions in Texas?
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What to know about June 7 runoff elections in North Texas
Several municipal races from the May 3 election are headed to runoffs, including city council members in Dallas and Tarrant county, and the mayor in Garland.
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Denton repeals weed decriminalization mandate after legal battle with Ken Paxton
The Denton city council voted 4-3 on May 20 to repeal Proposition B, which prevents arrests and citations for up to four ounces of weed possession.
