Texas
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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.
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I had to travel over 700 miles out of Texas to get an abortion. Here’s my story.
A San Antonio community organizer shares her experience navigating abortion access in a politically regressive landscape.
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Making it in DFW: Meet Caazena Hunter of Pleasant Grove & Cedar Hill
Surviving in DFW is a lot harder than it used to be. Area residents have had to hustle and reassess values to thrive in what was once a low-cost metropolis.
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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.
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Dallas doubles down on women’s sports: City scores soccer league after Wings move OK’d
Will Dallas be the next hub for women’s sports? Here’s what you need to know about Dallas’ new women’s soccer league.
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Boy Scouts of America changing name to more inclusive Scouting America
The Boy Scouts of America is changing its name for the first time in its 114-year history and will become Scouting America.
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7 things you never knew about Texas Rangers star Corey Seager
The Rangers signed Corey Seager to a 10-year deal in 2022. Here are some fun facts about the All-Star slugger, from his on-field play to his cute pups.
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Lost in time: 7 eerie North Texas ghost towns worth checking out
Learn about seven eerie North Texas ghost towns that are worth checking out for yourself.
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Flying the nest: WNBA’s Dallas Wings will get new home in 2025
WNBA’s Dallas Wings to call Downtown Dallas home in two years time. The Dallas City Council gets okay for the team’s relocation to the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center’s Memorial Auditorium.
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What you need to know about toxic “forever chemicals” the EPA is restricting
The EPA is restricting “forever chemicals” found in drinking water. Here’s what you need to know about the EPA’s new PFAS restrictions.
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8 DFW restaurants where you can travel the world on a budget
Travel the world with just a tank of gas. Here are eight DFW restaurants serving international flavors.
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What the new EPA rule means for Dallas water quality
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a new rule for drinking water. Here’s how the new EPA rule is affecting Dallas’ water.
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Globe Life Field grub: 8 unusual options for your next Texas Rangers game
When it comes to a Texas Rangers game, there are plenty of unusual food options. Here’s what to eat at Globe Life Field.
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Here’s how to vote in Texas’ May 4 local elections
Texas’ May 4 elections are around the corner. Here’s everything you need to know about voting in the TX elections on May 4.
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10 of our favorite Dallas Public Library branches
Take a tour of some of the top branches in the Dallas Public Library system, from elaborate artwork to special interactive events.
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Emergency rooms refused to treat pregnant women, leaving one to miscarry in a lobby restroom
TX emergency rooms refused to treat pregnant women, leaving one to miscarry in a lobby restroom. Here’s what you need to know about pregnancy after Roe.
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Dallas is looking for feedback to bring free WiFi to the city
The City of Dallas is looking for feedback about the distribution of digital kiosks around the city that would provide free public WiFi to the community. The Department of Public Works will host two community meetings, one virtual and one in-person, to present the full proposal and invite community feedback.
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Dallas resident struggles to pay bills amid cost of living increases
Dallas resident Jazzmine Crist hopes her local government and whoever wins Texas’ Senate race will actually start addressing the economic struggles that working-class Texans like her are experiencing.
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Biden administration agrees to provide $6.4 billion to Samsung for making computer chips in Texas
The Biden administration agreed to provide up to $6.4 billion for Samsung Electronics. The money will help develop a manufacturing and research cluster in TX.
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Here’s where to find reproductive care resources in DFW
Reproductive care resources can be found throughout the DFW area. Here’s everything you need to know about reproductive care resources in DFW.
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Texas Democrats call on colleges to set aside financial aid money for immigrant families affected by FAFSA glitch
TX Democrats are appealing to colleges to set aside financial aid funds for immigrant families unable to complete FAFSA. Here’s what you need to know.
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Oak Cliff Cemetery: 8 surprising facts about Dallas’ oldest graveyard
The oldest cemetery in Dallas is technically older than the city itself. Here’s everything to know about the historic site of Oak Cliff Cemetery.
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1.7 million Texas households are set to lose monthly internet subsidy
The Affordable Connectivity Program provides a monthly subsidy to help households pay for internet. Now, 1.7 million TX households are set to lose benefits.
