
OPINION: FEMA’s shortcomings are dangerous for Texas, but things can change
| October 6, 2025
Lives depend on the efficiency of our nation's disaster relief systems. And I will continue to fight fiercely for these reforms to ensure that our government helps.

Op-Ed: Central Texas deserves better than Rep. John Carter
| September 4, 2025
Congress | election | lawmakers | national politics | OPINION | politics | redistricting | STATE | TEXAS | VOTING IN TEXAS
Our communities have changed. They’ve grown. They’re focused on the future. We deserve a representative who’s ready to grow with us.

Why are there so many man-made lakes in Texas—and are there any that are naturally occurring?
by Joey Held
| July 28, 2025
Community | HARDGATE | History | LIFESTYLE | North Texas | outdoor recreation | STATE | TEXAS | TEXAS HISTORY | WATER
There are thousands of lakes in Texas, but contrary to popular legend around the state, not all of them were created by humans.

The coolest tattoo shops in Texas — from Dallas to El Paso
| July 3, 2025
Art | BLACK OWNED BUSINESS | Community | LGBTQ | local business | SMALL BUSINESS | STATE | Tattoo | TEXAS | THINGS TO DO
Here are some unique tattoo shops in the state of Texas.

Texas lawmakers allocate $10M to support National Juneteenth Museum development
| June 11, 2025
DFW Lead Story | ECONOMY | EQUALITY | FORT WORTH | History | lawmakers | Lead Story | Local news | STATE | state legislature | TEXAS
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 […]