Texas
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6 castles to explore in Texas
You may not think Texas and castles go together, but these six spots give a taste of medieval flair within the Lone Star State.
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7 brands you didn’t know were headquartered in North Texas
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?
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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 Supreme Court upholds ban on youth gender transitions
The Texas Supreme Court upheld the state’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youths Friday, rejecting pleas from parents that it violates their right to decide on and seek medical care for their children.
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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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Former Uvalde police chief indicted over response to Robb Elementary shooting
The former Uvalde police chief was indicted over his role in the slow police response to the 2022 massacre at Robb Elementary that left 19 children and two teachers dead, the local sheriff said Thursday.
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A NASCAR champion to a pediatric nurse: Here are 12 infamous Texas criminals
From a former NASCAR champion to a pediatric nurse, learn about 12 of the more infamous criminals currently serving time in Texas.
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A Texas mom nearly died after an incomplete miscarriage. Were doctors afraid to treat her?
Ryan Hamilton wonders if doctors were too afraid of Texas’ extreme abortion ban to provide adequate care to his bleeding wife in a post-Roe world.
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Simone Manuel returns from overtraining syndrome with her eyes on Paris Olympics
The Olympic gold-medalist is on the mend, but self-care is crucial for a good showing.
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Texas conservatives want to end countywide voting. The costs could be high.
Eliminating county-wide voting has financial consequences and could disenfranchise voters.
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Sparkling spectacles: Your guide to fireworks shows in DFW
Fireworks will light up Dallas-Fort Worth this Fourth of July. Here’s where to find the best Independence Day fireworks shows.
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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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Opal Lee: Facts about the woman who made Juneteenth a holiday
Opal Lee, the grandmother of Juneteenth, has lived a life we should all aspire to. Learn more about Lee’s accomplishments and honors.
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Justice Clarence Thomas acknowledges he should have disclosed free trips from Texas billionaire
The trips include vacations in Indonesia and at the exclusive, men’s-only Bohemian Grove retreat, which were first reported by ProPublica last year. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas acknowledged for the first time in a new financial disclosure filing that he should have publicly reported two free vacations he received from Dallas billionaire Harlan Crow. The…
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Op-Ed: Texas hasn’t always loved me, but I’m committed to fighting for change
June has always been one of my favorite months of the year because I get to celebrate all of my intersections. As a Black, queer, disabled Texan, June represents all of my intersections. June is Pride Month, where we celebrate and commemorate the Stonewall Riots, which is regarded as the start of the LGBTQ+ rights…
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Here’s your ultimate guide to the best museums in Fort Worth
Get ready to explore these Forth Worth museums.
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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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Senate Republicans block bill to protect birth control access
The bill would have guaranteed the right for Americans to obtain and use birth control without government interference. It would also protect the right of health care providers to distribute information about contraception and provide it to patients.
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Here’s what 7 DFW mayors earn and what they actually do
Yearly salaries or paid per meeting: DFW mayor salaries are all across the board.
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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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Shop these DFW thrift and consignment stores to combat fast fashion
Reduce your fast fashion hauls with these thrift and consignment shops selling clothing for every style and budget.
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Weather-weary Texas battered again as powerful storm, strong winds kill 1, cause widespread damage
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.
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The haunted USS Lexington + 9 other mysterious Texas spots
Texas has no shortage of mysterious, eerie, and outright spooky places, like the USS Lexington. Here’s a look at ten spots and what to expect at each one.
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Op-Ed: Was the George Floyd movement all in vain?
The founder of Engaged Voters reflects on the years since George Floyd’s murder and where the country stands ahead of another polarizing presidential election.
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At least 22 dead in Memorial Day weekend storms that devastated several US states
The destructive storms caused deaths in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Kentucky and were just north of an oppressive, early season heat wave setting records from south Texas to Florida.
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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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At five hour hearing, no one is happy with Texas Medical Board’s proposed abortion guidance
Doctors, lawyers and advocates say the state board’s new guidance still doesn’t clarify when doctors can legally perform abortions.
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Things to do for Memorial Day Weekend in DFW
Celebrate Memorial Day with these weekend events.
