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FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 19, 2026

DeSoto Traffic Stop Uncovers Modified Guns, Drugs on Dallas Man

A 19-year-old Dallas man faces felony charges after DeSoto police found modified handguns and drugs during a Saturday traffic stop.

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Red Cross Warns Dallas of Severe Summer Blood Supply Drop

The American Red Cross is calling on North Texas donors after national blood supplies fell nearly 25% in June. Dallas-area residents are urged to give now....

Redcrossblood · Jul 13, 2026

UT-Arlington trims degree programs as Dallas-Fort Worth students await details

UTA says fewer than 200 of its 42,700 students are affected by the program consolidations — but for Dallas and Tarrant County students mid-degree, transition details remain limited....

WFAA-ABC · May 9, 2026

AI-Powered VPN Lets Users Bypass Internet Blocks

A new community-driven VPN (Virtual Private Network) uses artificial intelligence to adapt to local network filters, giving people a way to reach news, games, and streaming sites that might be blocked at schools or abroad. The free tool monitors anonymous connection data and auto...

Voidly · Feb 27, 2026

Free, Community VPN Voidly AI Uses AI to Keep Your Connection Working

Voidly AI is a free, community-run VPN that uses artificial intelligence to get around internet blocks. It’s easy to use, keeps no personal logs, and helps people in Dallas and elsewhere stay connected. Visit the Voidly website to learn more and try it....

X · Nov 3, 2025

Dallas Weekly · Jul 20, 2026

Tolbert Defends Dallas Budget Decisions Amid Furlough Questions

DALLAS – More than 4,000 Dallas city employees are expected to take mandatory unpaid furlough days this fiscal year as city leaders work to close an estimated $25 million budget shortfall brought on by slowing revenue growth, rising operational costs and new financial obligations...

DART selects next CEO, suburban questions remain

The next CEO will be tasked with navigating legislative advocacy and suburban diplomacy after Highland Park’s exit from the agency.

Drone delivery could cut pollution. Can communities live with the noise?

Electric drones could make small package deliveries cleaner. But in North Texas, Amazon’s Prime Air program faces a challenge: winning over people beneath the flight path....

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 19, 2026

DeSoto police arrest 19-year-old following roadside struggle and discovery of modified handguns

A 19-year-old Dallas man faces multiple felony charges after a routine traffic stop for an expired registration led to the discovery of modified firearms and drugs....

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 19, 2026

Parking lot fight leads to fatal shooting outside Southeast Dallas business

Dallas police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened early Sunday morning after a disturbance outside a business in Southeast Dallas.

Dallas Observer · Jul 17, 2026

Dallas weather: High-pressure ridge brings a dangerous wave of triple-digit summer heat

Detective ties rapper's lyrics to murder-for-hire theory in MO3 murder pretrial hearing

Several songs by Dallas rapper Yella Beezy support the state’s theory that the death of rapper MO3 was a murder-for-hire plot, that’s according to a detective who testified Friday during a pretrial hearing. Detective Eric Barnes pointed to lyrics in the songs “Hitters,” “Keep ...

NBC5 DFW · Jul 17, 2026

Tickets still available for 2026 Dallas Colombian Festival “Sí Sí Colombia”

Tickets are still available for the 2026 Dallas Colombian Festival “Sí Sí Colombia,” happening from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday at Strauss Square in Dallas. The festival celebrates Colombian independence and heritage by offering authentic Colombian food and drinks, music fro...

NBC5 DFW · Jul 17, 2026

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 17, 2026

Dallas Shooting: 4 hurt in drive-by shooting at apartment complex

Police are searching for masked suspects after a drive-by shooting at the Estelle Village Apartments in Dallas left four people injured.

Dallas Observer · Jul 17, 2026

4 North Texas spots, 2 in Dallas, named best hotel restaurants in U.S.

While Dallas has two spots on this list, Frisco and Fort Worth have something to say as well.

Dallas Observer · Jul 17, 2026

No ‘straight answer’: Why Pioneer Cemetery is the latest battleground at City Hall

Surveyors have been spotted working throughout the Pioneer Park cemetery, but the city denies that anything nefarious is underway.

Dallas Observer · Jul 16, 2026

Half a year of wonders: The 10 best movies of 2026 (so far)

From a Dallas-born ghost story to a time-traveling comedy, these are the films that have defined the year thus far.

Dallas Observer · Jul 16, 2026

Kurt Vile was good to Dallas at his Longhorn Ballroom show

The folk-rock musician, touring his 10th album, "Philadelphia's Been Good to Me," gave Dallas a treat after technical issues robbed the audience of a worthy opener....

Dallas Observer · Jul 16, 2026

Fort Worth police under fire after viral clash with anti-LGBTQ demonstators

U.S. Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillion is requesting information from the city to determine if “formal action” is necessary. One Fort Worth lawyer said similar free speech cases with FWPD and left-wing activists have not gotten the same attention....

New Corgan Research Reveals Ways to Design Schools for Educators with Disabilities

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Dallas-based architecture and design firm Corgan has released new research aimed at helping close what it calls an “empathy gap” in the inclusive design of schools. Most learning environments, the researchers f...

Dallas Weekly · Jul 16, 2026

Southern Dallas Progress CDC is building more than homes—it’s building a future for Southern Dallas

By Patrick Washington The Dallas Weekly For decades, conversations about Southern Dallas have centered on what the community lacks. Southern Dallas Progress Community Development Corporation (CDC) wants to change that conversation by focusing on what residents can build. From fin...

Dallas Weekly · Jul 16, 2026

Southern Dallas Progress CDC aims to turn renters into homeowners at upcoming Homeownership Fair

By Patrick Washington The Dallas Weekly For many Dallas residents, the dream of homeownership feels increasingly out of reach. Rising home prices, misconceptions about the mortgage process and uncertainty over financing have left many prospective buyers believing they simply cann...

Taiwan’s Foxlink Building Its First U.S. ‘AI Factory’ at AllianceTexas in Fort Worth

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Taiwan’s Foxlink Group, a global advanced technology manufacturer, has purchased Alliance Gateway 17 at Hillwood’s AllianceTexas in Fort Worth. There, it will produce printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA) in ...

Texas Capital Taps Former U.S. Bank CIO as Managing Director, Chief Digital & Information Officer

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Texas Capital Bancshares Inc. recently named Mo Jamous as managing director, chief digital and information officer at Texas Capital, effective immediately. In this role, Jamous will oversee the company’s techni...

RGP Names Managing Director of Data, Analytics & AI Practice to Advance Strategic Use of AI and Analytics

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Dallas-based global professional services firm RGP named Amadally Hosseinbukus managing director of its data, analytics & AI practice. The appointment will bolster support for clients, helping the firm deliver ...

Plano-Based Simplilearn Pivots to ‘AI-First’ Courses as Part of Global Expansion

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Global digital skills provider Simplilearn has been on something of a growth spurt in 2026, adding programs focused on professional AI training with Virginia Tech, University of California at Santa Barbara and ...

Dallas-Based Hexivon Lands Investment from Hillwood to Advance Technology to Take ‘Forever Chemicals’ Out of Water

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Hexivon, a Dallas-based water technology company, just secured a new investment from Hillwood to advance its groundbreaking method of eliminating “forever chemicals” in water. Terms of the deal were not disclos...

Patented: American Airlines’ Gate Monitoring System and 155 More Inventions Across North Texas

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Don’t indent paragraphs. Add in-text hyperlinks that you recommend. Fort Worth-based American Airlines received a patent for a system designed to reduce the time it takes to prepare an aircraft at a gate for it...

Rithum Names Former Saks Global Customer Chief as CMO and Head of Global Strategy

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Plano-based Rithum named Kim Miller as CMO and head of global strategy. The commerce platform company said Miller’s appointment is designed to strengthen its innovation and support for brands, retailers and sup...

Plano-Based Diodes to Acquire San Diego’s ElevATE Semiconductor for $250M

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Plano-based Diodes Incorporated announced its plans to acquire ElevATE Semiconductor Inc. for $250 million. ElevATE is a fabless semiconductor company based in San Diego. Its focus is on designing low-power, hi...

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 14, 2026

Dallas felon sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for armed robbery of Lyft driver in Plano

A 24-year-old Dallas felon was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after a Lyft driver secretly activated an emergency safety feature during an armed robbery in Plano....

Dallas Weekly · Jul 14, 2026

Impact Ventures Receives Federal CDFI Certification, Expanding Access to Capital for Underestimated Entrepreneurs

DALLAS, TX — July 2026 — Impact Ventures proudly announces that it has been officially certified as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) by the U.S. Departmentof the Treasury’s CDFI Fund, marking a major milestone in the organization’s mission to accelerate and in...

Dallas Weekly · Jul 14, 2026

Tracking the outreach: A timeline of James Talarico’s engagement with Black Texans ahead of November

As Texas heads toward November’s U.S. Senate election, Democratic nominee James Talarico has spent much of his campaign appearing before Black audiences across the state through community conversations, church visits, HBCU events, policy announcements and interviews with Black-ow...

Dallas Weekly · Jul 14, 2026

She Is Me: You Are Your First Love Story

There is something beautiful about women who love deeply. We are the women who answer late night phone calls, sit in hospital rooms, pray for our friends’ children, celebrate others while quietly carrying our own burdens, and somehow find a way to pour from cups that have been em...

Dallas Innovates · Jul 14, 2026

McKinney Scores Nearly $1B LITEON Advanced Manufacturing Campus

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Taiwan-based LITEON Technology Corp. is investing nearly $1 billion in a new advanced manufacturing campus in McKinney. There, the company expects to create 600 jobs over the next several years as it expands it...

Dallas Innovates · Jul 14, 2026

Drones Over Arlington: AT&T, Ericsson Demo Detection System Outside Stadium

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. While drones buzzed through the airspace outside AT&T Stadium during a recent event, the wireless network and new sensor technology were watching. AT&T and Ericsson, based in Sweden with U.S. headquarters in Pl...

Dallas Innovates · Jul 14, 2026

Pokeworks Seeks DFW Expansion

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. California-based Pokeworks is looking to add to its presence in North Texas, as the fast-casual chain continues its expansion in what it calls a major growth market. Pokeworks’ main menu is variations on poke, ...

All Choices Aren’t Good Choices

By Alexes M. Terry, Ed.D | Terry, Ed.D Executive Director – Dallas Region The Promise of Choice, The Reality of Access Texas education has shifted in a big way over the last year. In 2025, state lawmakers passed a package of bills: Senate Bill 2, which created Texas Edu...

Who controls the water? Dallas investor Kyle Bass takes East Texas property-rights fight to court WFAA

WFAA · Jul 18, 2026

Google News Dallas · Jul 17, 2026

Where to see ‘The Odyssey’ on 70mm and 35mm film in Dallas - Dallas Observer

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Google News Dallas · Jul 17, 2026

Dallas has one of only 25 theaters across the country where you can see The Odyssey in IMAX - CBS News

Texas Hill Country recovers from flooding that killed 2 as h...

Dallas News · Jul 17, 2026

A look at Texas taxes: No state income tax, but you are still paying. Here's how

A look at Texas taxes: No state income tax, but you are still paying. Here's how Dallas News

Google News Dallas · Jul 17, 2026

4 North Texas spots, 2 in Dallas, named best hotel restaurants in U.S. - Dallas Observer

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Dallas News · Jul 17, 2026

Vacant lots in southern Dallas could help ease region's housing crisis

Vacant lots in southern Da...

Dallas Observer · Aug 31, 2026

Best things to do in Dallas this week, Aug. 31 – Sept. 6

It's the most famous Texan's birthday weekend. Surfbort.

When does school start in Texas? See 2026 dates for major districts

When does school start in Texas? See 2026 dates for major districts USA Today

USA Today · Jul 20, 2026

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth · Jul 20, 2026

HAZMAT responds to plane landing on house near the Covey Trails Airstrip

HAZMAT responds to plane landing on house near the Covey Trails Airstrip NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · Jul 19, 2026

Kerr County rebuilds after flooding batters Texas

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Dallas Express · Jul 18, 2026

Texas Flooding Brings Scammers: Paxton’s Consumer Alert On Fake Charities & Price Gouging

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Frisco’s best-kept secret plays every song you know

Would you rather pay $5 to be on the rail for a cover band, or spend your entire rent for seats with an obstructed view? We know a place.

DFW Weather: A long stretch of hot weather is building. The hottest days of the season are on the way WFAA

WFAA · Jul 17, 2026

Dallas News · Jul 17, 2026

Southern Dallas vacant lots struggle in redevelopment efforts

Southern Dallas vacant lots struggle in r...

First Look: Texano Cocina on Lemmon fills big shoes

A new Tex-Mex chapter has begun in an old space.

How the Observer funds our journalism. And why we need your help.

For our summer membership drive, we’re going all in on transparency — sharing how our independent journalism is funded and how that funding is changing....

Dallas News · Jul 20, 2026

SMU's success under Rhett Lashlee fueled by focus on recruiting Dallas-area athletes

SMU's success under Rhett Lashlee fueled by focus on recruiting Dallas-area athletes Dallas News

The Killeen Daily Herald · Jul 20, 2026

Wings star Bueckers out against Liberty but not in concussion protocol after hitting her head

Wings star Bueckers out against Liberty but not in concussion protocol after hitting her head Spectrum News

Best fantasy performances in Dallas Cowboys history The Killeen Daily Herald

Texas ranks as second top destination for U.S. relocations

Delta 8, other THC products to be banned in Texas starting July 31

The new restrictions come at a time when Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and other Texas Republicans seem to still be set on an outright ban.

1 hurt, suspects on the run following Dallas shooting

Dallas police are investigating a shooting on Monday night where a man was seriously injured after a fight with two suspects who remain at large.

Dallas SWAT standoff ends with suspect dead inside burned home

A Dallas SWAT standoff ended Tuesday morning after the suspect threatened a woman and child, set a house on fire, and died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound inside the home....

Dallas man dead after barricading himself inside home, setting house on fire

A man is dead after barricading himself inside a house on Delaware Avenue in Oak Cliff, police said. According to the Dallas Police Department, officers and firefighters responded to the 600 block of Delaware Ave. at approximately 6 a.m. after receiving a call regarding a “distur...

American Heart Association: Drinking coffee may lower the risk of heart disease

The Dallas-based American Heart Association (AHA) said drinking a cup of coffee a day actually might not be enough. A new study shows the relationship between caffeine and heart health is complex. “The latest research indicates consuming up to 5 cups (8 oz.) of caffeinated coffee...

Chicken feet, chocolate cake and big ambition: inside Walkers’ on Lower Greenville

The sibling-owned market, wine bar, and restaurant is part neighborhood hang, part serious wine spot, and entirely personal.

A NYC-inspired, 35-seat cocktail bar headed to The Star in Frisco

Pizza guy Jay Jerrier collaborated with longtime bar man Gabe Sanchez for this new spot.

Asian Film Festival of Dallas celebrates 25 years this weekend

The Asian Film Festival of Dallas is marking a major milestone this week as it celebrates its 25th anniversary. There will be four days of films, filmmaker discussions, and special events highlighting Asian and Asian American storytelling. The festival runs July 23-26 at the Ange...

American Airlines Plans 3 Passenger Upgrades at DFW

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Fort Worth-based American Airlines is expanding its premium customer experience at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. The investment includes a dedicated Flagship check-in area and two new lounge concepts...

New Corgan Research Reveals Ways to Design Schools for Educators with Disabilities

Vacant lots plague southern Dallas as builders balk at infrastructure costs

South of Interstate 30, vacant lots with “No Trespassing” signs scar the Dallas landscape. Some are overgrown with weeds. Others serve as dumping grounds, littered with tires, debris and discarded couches. They adjoin old homes and new construction sites on potholed streets with ...

HBCU Bands March into Dallas-Fort Worth for 2027

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Cue the drumline and sound the trumpets — in August 2027, the Pepsi National Battle of the Bands (NBOTB) is moving to the Dallas-Fort Worth area after calling Houston home since 2014. The event, which showcases...

American Airlines Plans 3 Passenger Upgrades at DFW

Dallas judge weighs rap lyrics as evidence before Yella Beezy murder trial

A Dallas judge will soon rule whether rapper Yella Beezy's lyrics can be used as evidence in his upcoming capital murder case for the 2020 murder-for-hire shooting of rival rapper MO3....

Q&A: Jake Paul on starting a family office & meeting Dallas' billionaire investors

The ultrawealthy moguls with family offices are usually decades into their careers. Then there’s Jake Paul. Despite the opaqueness of the family office industry, Paul, 29, has known about it for years. He’s now creating his own family office, which he hopes to headquarter in Old ...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth · Jul 20, 2026

Firefighters respond to two-alarm fire at Dallas warehouse

Firefighters are working to put out a fire at a Northwest Dallas warehouse on Tuesday morning. According to Dallas Fire-Rescue officials, units were dispatched to 11211 Goodnight Lane at 10:50 a.m. Officials said the first firefighters to arrive at the scene reported seeing heavy...

Little Elm police investigate shooting at short term rental NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

Norwalk Hour · Jul 20, 2026

UConn great Paige Bueckers won't play vs. NY Liberty on Monday Norwalk Hour

Star Local Media Richardson · Jul 20, 2026

What’s Open, What’s Closed: Two historic Denton County businesses are returning, years after closing

Welcome back, Glen’s Pawn Shop & Music Store and Ranchman's. La Fondita seeks donations after fire damage forces its food truck to close.

Star Local Media Richardson · Jul 16, 2026

Elegant Kitchen and Bath Expands General Contractor Services with Advanced 3D Design Technology

Star Local Media Richardson · Jul 16, 2026

Denton County Summer Questions: Lewisville ISD powerhouses on the volleyball court, golf course and more

The end of one chapter gives way to the start of another, and such is the case as teams around the state begin preparations for the 2026-27 school year....

Star Local Media Richardson · Jul 15, 2026

/C O R R E C T I O N -- Hoymiles Power Electronics Inc./

In the news release, Hoymiles Introduces HiFlow Pro, the First UL 3700-Compliant Plug-in Microinverter in the US to Boost DIY Solar, issued 15-Jul-2026 by Hoymiles Power Electronics Inc. over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the image…...

Star Local Media Richardson · Jul 15, 2026

Hoymiles Introduces HiFlow Pro, the First UL 3700-Compliant Plug-in Microinverter in the US to Boost DIY Solar

RICHARDSON, Texas, July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hoymiles announced the official release of its HiFlow Pro plug-in microinverter, the first DIY solar microinverter compliant with the UL 3700 standard that is developed specifically for plug-in photovoltaic (PIPV) systems. Designed...

The Real Deal · Jul 21, 2026

McShane secures $79M loan to pay off construction debt on East Dallas apartments

McShane secures $79M loan to pay off construction debt on East Dallas apartments The Real Deal

Texas leads the nation in construction jobs

Texas leads the nation in construction jobs WFAA

WFAA · Jul 21, 2026

Dallas Express · Jul 21, 2026

Texas Adds 43,400 Jobs In June – Leads Nation In Employment Growth

Texas Adds 43,400 Jobs In June – Leads Nation In Employment Growth Dallas Express

Dallas News · Jul 20, 2026

Samsung laying off hundreds amid U.S. headquarters move to Plano

Samsung laying off hundreds amid U.S. headquarters move to Plano Dallas News

Star Local Media Richardson · Jul 21, 2026

Bayside-Richardson Cooperative Gin Co. receives $350,000 grant

AUSTIN – Bayside-Richardson Cooperative Gin Co. Inc. in Refugio County will receive $350,000 through a state grant program designed to help agricultural businesses recover from weather-related disruptions and strengthen critical infrastructure....

Dallas News · Jul 21, 2026

From water problems to city resignations, Trinidad faces cascade of crises

From water problems to city resignations, Trinidad faces cascade of crises Dallas News

Community Impact · Jul 21, 2026

Plano commission approves rezone to sell a half-acre of city land

Plano commission approves rezone to sell a half-acre of city land Community Impact

Community Impact · Jul 21, 2026

Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity looks to construct home on empty Richardson lot

Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity looks to construct home on empty Richardson lot Community Impact

The best concert venues for a date night in Big D

Live music can be romantic, but some venues take the atmosphere to the next level.

News | Dallas-area retail centers sold as private buyers embark on 'feeding frenzy'

News | Dallas-area retail centers sold as private buyers embark on 'feeding frenzy' CoStar

CoStar · Jul 21, 2026

Dallas News · Jul 21, 2026

Baylor basketball renewing rivalry with Texas in San Antonio this November

Baylor basketball renewing rivalry with Texas in San Antonio this November Dallas News

Dallas News · Jul 21, 2026

Oak Cliff to see Dallas take on home repairs, infrastructure

Oak Cliff to see Dallas take on home repairs, infrastructure Dallas News

Dallas News · Jul 22, 2026

Texas Rangers reach deals with top three MLB draft picks, introduce them Tuesday

Texas Rangers reach deals with top three MLB draft picks, introduce them Tuesday Dallas News

NVIDIA, Wistron Kick Off Start of AI Supercomputer Factory in Fort Worth

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. As part of its efforts to reshore high-tech manufacturing, Silicon Valley-based NVIDIA, in partnership with Taiwan’s Wistron, held a groundbreaking event for their AI supercomputer manufacturing facility at Hil...

HBCU Bands March into Dallas-Fort Worth for 2027

$2 million identified for home repair program in Oak Cliff

Homeowners in Oak Cliff may be eligible for repairs under a program designed to fix up homes and allow older residents to age in place. A Dallas city council member says $2 million available will help make up for where previous city home repair programs fell short. District 4 cou...

Nathaniel Ford selected as DART CEO finalist

Dallas Area Rapid Transit plans to hire Nathaniel Ford from the Jacksonville Transportation Authority as its next president and CEO.

Dallas Weekly · Jul 21, 2026

Prism Health North Texas to Host Healthy Start to School Bash

To mark the start of the 2026-2027 school year, Prism Health North Texas (PHNTX) is hosting a free back-to-school event to connect the communities it serves with high quality healthcare, free resources and school supplies. The Healthy Start to School Bash will take place at the o...

DART names Nathaniel Ford Sr. as its next president and CEO

Dallas Area Rapid Transit has chosen a veteran public transportation executive with decades of experience to lead the North Texas agency into its next chapter. The DART Board of Directors announced Tuesday that Nathaniel P. Ford Sr. has been selected as the agency’s next presiden...

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 22, 2026

Affidavit: Man charged in fatal Pleasant Grove hit-and-run after incriminating texts

A 23-year-old Dallas man faces felony charges after allegedly killing a pedestrian in a hit-and-run crash and attempting to conceal his damaged car behind his residence....

Four people injured in southeast Dallas shooting, police say

Four people were grazed by bullets and hospitalized after a shooting at a southeast Dallas apartment complex Tuesday night, according to Dallas police. Officers responded around 8:06 p.m. to an assist officer call in the 200 block of Stoneport Drive, at the Rosemont at Pemberton ...

Dallas Weekly · Jul 21, 2026

Wings Split Back-to-Back With Historic Win Over Sparks, Overtime Loss to Liberty

The Dallas Wings’ franchise-record winning streak ended Monday night, but not before the team showed just how far it has come. Less than 30 hours after beating the Los Angeles Sparks 90-82 to clinch the longest winning streak in franchise history, Dallas put the New York Liberty ...

Dallas Observer · Jul 22, 2026

A Dallas bar was officially one of the nation’s top World Cup hotspots

Happiest Hour was a winner-winner during the World Cup.

Kelsy and the Portland Timbers host FC Dallas after World Cup break

For FC Dallas, restarting the season after the World Cup is, as they say in show business, a tough act to follow. Dallas (7-4-4, sixth in the Western Conference) plays the Portland Timbers (5-8-2, 12th in the Western Conference) in Oregon on Wednesday, 9:30 p.m. CST LINE: Portlan...

NBC5 DFW · Jul 22, 2026

Jason Robertson signs $12M deal with Dallas Stars to avoid arbitration hearing

Jason Robertson and the Dallas Stars will avoid a salary arbitration hearing after the high-scoring forward signed a $12 million contract for next season. The Stars announced the deal Tuesday night, a day before Robertson’s 27th birthday and 2 1/2 weeks after he had filed for arb...

NBC5 DFW · Jul 22, 2026

Dallas Observer · Jul 22, 2026

Counter culture: Where to find Dallas’ best old-school diners

Diners feel a step behind the rest of the world, and that makes them perfect.

Siemens Digital Industries Software to Acquire San Diego’s Precision Innovations, Adding AI-Powered Chip Design Tools

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Plano-based Siemens Digital Industries Software today announced that it has agreed to acquire San Diego-based Precision Innovations Inc. The companies said they expect the deal to close in the third quarter. Th...

NVIDIA, Wistron Kick Off Start of AI Supercomputer Factory in Fort Worth

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. As part of efforts to reshore high-tech manufacturing, Taiwan-based Wistron and Silicon Valley-based NVIDIA held a grand opening event for an AI supercomputer manufacturing facility in Fort Worth. The event mar...

Inside the world of family offices: How ultrarich dealmakers invest billions

Dallas business mogul Darwin Deason sold Affiliated Computer Services to Xerox for $6.4 billion in 2010. With such a big windfall to manage, the late billionaire beefed up what has become the tool of the ultrawealthy to manage their fortunes: the family office. These offices hand...

NBC5 DFW · Jul 22, 2026

Texas took away Dallas students’ cellphones. They turned to reading instead

School districts have largely reported satisfaction with the statewide ban on cell phones in the classroom.

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Decatur-based Twisted X is bringing some of its footwear manufacturing back to the United States, and CEO Prasad Reddy says it’s just the beginning. The company launched its Built in the USA Collection July 4, ...

Patented: Cardio Voyage Innovations’ Dual Heart Valve Device and 172 More Inventions Across North Texas

Empower EIT Commissions Operations & Innovation Center, Appoints Former Hunt Oil Exec as Senior Advisor

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Addison-based lithium producer Empower EIT, which opened its Dallas Operations & Innovation Center this spring, has now fully commissioned the facility and added a new advisor to its team. Jim Chaney is joining...

Dallas Observer · Jul 22, 2026

From Dallas suburbs to Mykonos clubs: DJ Maceo Plex is coming home

Maceo Plex is a Spain-based global techno DJ, but he's also a Lewisville High School alum and a proud product of the '90s Dallas underground scene.

Dallas Area Rapid Transit is getting $25 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Transportation to upgrade the Red and Blue Lines in South Dallas. DART is one of more than 100 public transportation projects getting more than $1.7B in grant money. The project will include th...

NBC5 DFW · Jul 23, 2026

Star Local Media Richardson · Jul 23, 2026

The end of one chapter gives way to the start of another, and such is the case as teams around the state begin preparations for the 2026-27 school year....

Empower EIT Commissions Operations & Innovation Center, Appoints Former Hunt Oil Exec as Senior Advisor

MLSNEXTPro.com · Jul 23, 2026

Magnitude 5.0 earthquake rocks Texas Panhandle

Magnitude 5.0 earthquake rocks Texas Panhandle FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth

FC Dallas Signs Academy Forward Benjamin Flowers to Homegrown Deal MLSNEXTPro.com

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 23, 2026

Dallas lab to pay millions over unnecessary respiratory tests for seniors

Federal investigators said the company bundled the tests with COVID-19 screenings at senior living communities, sometimes without valid orders.

UTA Lands DOE Genesis Mission Award to Keep AI Honest in Scientific Research

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. A University of Texas at Arlington researcher will lead a new, federally funded effort to keep AI systems honest and secure in some of the nation’s most sensitive scientific work. Habeeb Olufowobi, a faculty me...

Frisco-based Public Storage Completes Acquisition of National Storage Affiliates

Dallas Observer · Jul 23, 2026

Dallas music scene remembers Course of Empire drummer and Deep Ellum mainstay Chad Lovell

The Dallas musician, who was a pillar of Deep Ellum's arts community for decades, died on Tuesday after suffering a traumatic brain injury in 2019.

Allen-Based EagleNXT Invests in Ohio Drone Maker Agilis Air

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Allen-based drone technology company EagleNXT is investing in Ohio-based Agilis Air Inc. The deal pairs the startup’s low-cost, modular quadcopter drones with EagleNXT’s long-endurance fixed-wing systems. It is...

UTA Lands DOE Genesis Mission Award to Keep AI Honest in Scientific Research

Dallas Observer · Jul 24, 2026

Back to School Starts With Good Health: How Prism Health North Texas Is Helping Dallas Families Prepare for the School Year

Dallas Observer · Jul 24, 2026

Six Restaurants to Try in Dallas’ Historic West End

Take a walk around the West End in downtown Dallas. You might just find your new favorite restaurant.

Tony Romo arrested and booked on suspicion of impaired driving in Milwaukee

CBS football analyst and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was arrested Thursday night in Milwaukee on suspicion of intoxicated driving, officials said. Romo, 46, was pulled over on southbound Interstate 43 at about 6:18 p.m. and he “performed poorly” on standardized fi...

NBC5 DFW · Jul 24, 2026

Dallas Observer · Jul 24, 2026

The Asian Film Festival of Dallas turns 25 with its best lineup yet

Zombies, ghosts and gripping documentaries are gracing the screens at the Angelika Film Center for this weekend. Here's what to catch.

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 24, 2026

Viral TikTok helps Texas man find life-saving kidney donor

A Cedar Hill father in kidney failure received a life-saving transplant at Methodist Dallas Medical Center after a Houston woman saw his viral TikTok plea and stepped forward to become his living donor....

Dallas CASA calls for volunteers amid shakeup in foster care system

Dallas CASA , which helps children navigate the foster care system, says the need for volunteers is heightened now. It comes after a week of turmoil that saw the Texas foster care agency remove the private company overseeing Dallas County cases. Kathleen LaValle says the current ...

NBC5 DFW · Jul 24, 2026

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 25, 2026

Arrest made in shooting outside Pleasant Grove home that left woman dead

Dallas police have made an arrest in a shooting outside a Pleasant Grove home that killed a 20-year-old woman.

Charley Crockett’s surprise ‘Clovis’ show in Deep Ellum had heart, history and hometown pride

Even with sound issues throughout the first half of the show, the outspoken outlaw delivered an enthralling set at his surprise Sons of Hermann Hall show on Friday night....

NBC5 DFW · Jul 25, 2026

FC Dallas loses newcomer Daniel De Sousa Britto to injury in loss to San Diego

Alejandro Alvarado scored his first career goal with a nifty shot early in the second half, and San Diego FC held on for a 1-0 victory after FC Dallas lost newly acquired goalkeeper Daniel De Sousa Britto to an injury on Saturday night. CJ dos Santos needed just one save for San ...

NBC5 DFW · Jul 27, 2026

Dallas Weekly · Jul 27, 2026

Preserved By Purpose: Do Your Part, Pour Into Others!

“Stressed.” That’s what my lawn fertilizer company technician said when he looked at the yellow-brownish grass in my front yard. Concerned and worried that my once green yard was ruined for the rest of the year, I asked him what, if anything, could be done to get it back to green...

Dallas Weekly · Jul 27, 2026

Thirty Years In, WNBA All-Star Weekend Showed the League Is Still Raising the Bar

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 27, 2026

Judge allows select Yella Beezy rap songs to be played in Mo3 murder trial

Certain songs will be allowed to be played in a murder trial involving Dallas rapper Yella Beezy, but songs prosecutors argued explain the motive behind Mo3's murder will not be allowed....

Dallas Weekly · Jul 28, 2026

Festival Eritrea USA Returns to North Texas, Celebrating More Than 50 Years of Culture and Community

By Dallas Weekly Staff For the first time since 2022, one of the nation’s largest celebrations of Eritrean culture is returning to North Texas. Festival Eritrea USA will take place July 31 through Aug. 2, bringing together thousands of Eritrean Americans and visitors from across ...

Dallas Observer · Jul 28, 2026

Interviews and social media posts have also been approved as evidence ahead of the August trial.

Dallas Observer · Jul 28, 2026

The paint is barely dry, but Preston Center’s newest restaurant is already peacocking

Scillia is a new concept from the Duro family (think Mr. Charles, El Carlos Elegante and Sister) that gets better as the sun goes down.

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 28, 2026

Forney suspect allegedly cut off ankle monitor following previous murder arrest

Forney police are searching for 19-year-old Dallas resident Mysiah Clark, a suspect in a deadly shooting who was already wanted for cutting his ankle monitor while on bond for a 2025 Dallas murder....

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 28, 2026

2 Texas men sentenced to 11+ years in federal fentanyl trafficking scheme

Two North Texas men have been sentenced to over 11 years in federal prison for operating a drug trafficking conspiracy that distributed thousands of fentanyl-laced counterfeit pills across the Dallas-Fort Worth area....

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 29, 2026

8 indicted in Dallas sex trafficking case tied to Paris Adult Book Store

Eight people are facing federal charges in connection with an alleged sex trafficking operation centered at the Paris Adult Book Store in Northwest Dallas. Homeland Security Investigations says it was one of the longest-running commercial sex operations in North Texas....

Bodycam video shows Tony Romo arrest on suspicion of impaired driving

Video obtained by NBC 5 shows the arrest of former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo, after he was pulled over and taken into custody on suspicion of intoxicated driving in Milwaukee on July 23. Romo was booked on one count of allegedly operating while intoxicated. The video s...

NBC5 DFW · Jul 28, 2026

Sendero Consulting Acquires Torq Consulting to Advance AI-Driven, ‘Bespoke’ Digital Transformation

NBC5 DFW · Jul 28, 2026

Wilmer faces new uncertainty after arrests of city council member, acting police chief

A Wilmer city council member and the city’s acting police chief were arrested and booked into the Dallas County jail on Monday, stemming from an incident at a convenience store on July 22. Moses Garcia, 53, was charged with making a terroristic threat, a class B misdemeanor, for ...

NBC5 DFW · Jul 27, 2026

Allen-Based EagleNXT Invests in Ohio Drone Maker Agilis Air

TXHSFB primer: The top returning Dallas-area 4A/others receiving leaders for the 2026 season

TXHSFB primer: The top returning Dallas-area 4A/others receiving leaders for the 2026 season Dallas News

Steve Stodghill — Dallas 'billionaires’ lawyer' — is litigator, Batman rolled into one

Steve Stodghill — Dallas 'billionaires’ lawyer' — is litigator, Batman rolled into one Dallas News

Texas was right to end Empower’s foster care contract in Dallas

Texas was right to end Empower’s foster care contract in Dallas Dallas News

4 apartments and 9 people affected by 2-alarm fire in North Dallas

4 apartments and 9 people affected by 2-alarm fire in North Dallas wfaa.com

wfaa.com · Jul 29, 2026

Fort Hood Media Center · Jul 27, 2026

Railcars available for purchase for 2026 RMHD Trains at NorthPark

It may be July, but Ronald McDonald House of Dallas has announced railcars for the 2026 Trains at NorthPark are available for purchase for the holiday season. Proceeds from the more than 600 hand-painted railcars will go towards supporting RMHD’s mission of serving families with ...

U.S. Army Experience – Dallas Roadshow kicks off at DeSoto High School Fort Hood Media Center

Why 78 degrees isn’t the right thermostat setting for everyone during a heat wave

Many public officials and corporate websites suggest people set their thermostats to 78 degrees as a way to stay relatively cool without breaking the bank. We don't think so....

Brendan Sorsby’s career, gambling case and NCAA battle: A timeline

A lot has happened in a short amount of time. A few months ago, the QB was set to make millions as one of the top players in the country at Texas Tech. Now, he's a player without a team....

Dallas Weekly · Jul 29, 2026

Dallas ISD Launches Central Hub to Help Families Prepare for New School Year

A new school year brings new possibilities, and Dallas Independent School District is ready to welcome more than 140,000 students back to classrooms with a continued focus on academic excellence, innovation and student success. As the countdown to the first day of school on Monda...

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 29, 2026

Dallas families displaced by fire and high carbon monoxide

A late-night fire at a Dallas apartment complex on Keller Springs Road displaced multiple families. Thankfully, no one was hurt.

Busting common air conditioning myths so you can keep cool

It’s hot out there, and AC advice is heating up, too. We asked an HVAC expert to sort the myths from the facts.

High proof, low key: The 50 best bars in Dallas right now

Here are the city’s best spots to grab a drink, from high-end lounges that break stereotypes to low-key dives where locals get uninfluenced.

‘Naked Pool Party’ is a queer cinematic phenomenon, and you can see it this week at a leather bar

The sold-out queer comedy short has made a large splash, and you can catch a free encore screening at the Dallas Eagle on July 30.

Headed to a Dallas run club this afternoon? Here’s how to be safe in Texas heat

Headed to a Dallas run club this afternoon? Here’s how to be safe in Texas heat Dallas News

Gov. Abbott reappoints all 10 Texas Business Court judges to two-year terms

Gov. Abbott reappoints all 10 Texas Business Court judges to two-year terms Dallas News

July's full 'Buck Moon' has hit North Texas skies. When are the remaining 2026 full moons?

July's full 'Buck Moon' has hit North Texas skies. When are the remaining 2026 full moons? Dallas News

Community Impact · Jul 29, 2026

Check out 6 new restaurants now open in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

Check out 6 new restaurants now open in the Dallas-Fort Worth area Community Impact

CultureMap Dallas · Jul 29, 2026

Scammers target families of Dallas County inmates, demanding payment for fake early release

The Dallas County Sheriff's Office is warning the public about an ongoing phone scam targeting friends and family members of individuals incarcerated in the Dallas County Jail....

Willie Nelson condemns data center in his hometown south of Dallas CultureMap Dallas

Solis: Tom Luce’s odyssey made Texas better

Solis: Tom Luce’s odyssey made Texas better Dallas News

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 29, 2026

Trackdown: Pleasant Grove shooter eludes police

Dallas police hope viewers can help them track down a Pleasant Grove shooting suspect who has eluded them for about a month.

FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · Jul 29, 2026

Millennials and Gen Z are flocking to Dallas-Fort Worth, U-Haul report shows

Millennials and Gen Z are flocking to Dallas-Fort Worth, U-Haul report shows WFAA

Arlington cold case murder suspect released from jail FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth

Dallas Express · Jul 29, 2026

Texas Orders National Teacher Certification Group To Revise DEI Material

Texas Orders National Teacher Certification Group To Revise DEI Material Dallas Express

Dallas Observer · Jul 30, 2026

Dallas Market Hall could be demolished for data center project

Dallas Innovates · Jul 30, 2026

AT&T Performing Arts Center, Dallas Theater Center to Combine Operations in Effort to Strengthen North Texas Arts

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. The AT&T Performing Arts Center (AT&T PAC) and Dallas Theater Center (DTC) announced plans to combine their operations. The goal is to strengthen the future of the performing arts in Dallas while preserving eac...

AT&T Closes Deal to Acquire Wireless Spectrum Licenses from EchoStar

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Dallas-based telecom giant AT&T announced the closing of an approximately $23 billion deal to acquire wireless spectrum licenses from EchoStar. The deal adds capacity and markets nationwide for both 5G and fibe...

Fort Worth’s Schumacher Electric Names Consumer Products Exec as CEO

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Fort Worth-based Schumacher Electric Corp., which offers EV chargers and a plethora of power conversion products, named Joseph Rainone CEO. “We are excited to welcome Joseph to Schumacher Electric,” Board Membe...

Plano-Based Critical Start Taps Veteran Software Exec to Lead Company

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. The Plano-based cybersecurity firm Critical Start has appointed Francine Geist as chief executive officer. The appointment is part of a planned leadership transition and is effective immediately. Geist succeeds...

Logile’s Focus on AI-Powered Software for Retailers Leads to Growth

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Southlake-based Logile is entering a period of “significant growth,” says Vivek Gopalpuria, the company’s vice president of product marketing. The workforce management and store operations software provider is ...

Patented: Nacuity’s Vision-Loss Drug Method and 124 More Inventions Across North Texas

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Fort Worth-based Nacuity Pharmaceuticals won a patent for a method of treating retinitis pigmentosa — an inherited, progressive form of blindness — using an oral antioxidant drug called N-acetylcysteine amide, ...

Dallas Innovates · Jul 28, 2026

Sendero Consulting Acquires Torq Consulting to Advance AI-Driven, ‘Bespoke’ Digital Transformation

Dallas Observer · Jul 30, 2026

Savage Lord Mic returns: How Drakulas built a neon underworld called ‘Midnight City’

Mike Wiebe talks Drakulas' new album, his Denton roots and the album release show at Rubber Gloves on July 31.

The Real Deal · Jul 30, 2026

Over $100,000 stolen from homes under renovation in Kessler Park

A man who has lived in Kessler Park in Dallas for more than two decades says he's never had an issue with theft until a recent home remodeling project. Now, he's had over $100,000 stolen from his home....

Dallas Market Hall is dying. Crow Holdings wants to transform it into a data center The Real Deal

PR Newswire · Jul 30, 2026

Ultimate Living in North Texas TV Series Spotlights Dallas-Fort Worth Real Estate and Lifestyle on REAL Shows Network

Ultimate Living in North Texas TV Series Spotlights Dallas-Fort Worth Real Estate and Lifestyle on REAL Shows Network PR Newswire

Sophie Cunningham addresses rally controversy, calls out Seattle Storm owner

Sophie Cunningham addresses rally controversy, calls out Seattle Storm owner Awful Announcing

CBS NFL analyst and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo had an open container of alcohol in his vehicle when he was stopped by police last week and later arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence , authorities said. According to one of three citations released ...

Dallas Economic Indicators, July 2026 Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas

Javier "Chicharito" Hernández becomes first player in Atlético Dallas history, giving North Texas soccer a marquee star WFAA

WFAA · Jul 29, 2026

Gray and Reese lead the Atlanta Dream past the Dallas Wings

Allisha Gray scored five of her 25 points in the closing seconds and the Atlanta Dream overcame a 15-point deficit to beat the Dallas Wings 82-81 on Wednesday night in the first game for both teams since the All-Star break. Angel Resse had 22 points and 12 rebounds for her 18th d...

Dallas housing coalition launches “Be My Neighbor” campaign for zoning reform

Dallas housing advocates are mobilizing residents ahead of what could become the city’s most significant zoning overhaul in decades. The Dallas Housing Coalition launched its “Be My Neighbor” campaign, encouraging residents to learn about and participate in the city’s ongoing eff...

Dallas Police seek help identifying suspect in Pleasant Grove shooting

The Dallas Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect accused of shooting a man in Pleasant Grove on June 5. Police said the victim approached the suspect, who was sitting inside a pickup truck near Oslo Lane and Kissell Avenue during an argument. Sur...

Attorneys weigh in on Tony Romo body camera video after Wisconsin traffic stop

Less than 24 hours after body camera footage of Romo’s traffic stop in Milwaukee was released, many questions centered on an exchange between the former Dallas Cowboys quarterback and a Milwaukee County sheriff’s deputy after Romo was ordered to perform field sobriety tests. In t...

Dallas baby shower goes until 5 a.m. ends in family fight, car chase, & child shot

The search is on for a gunman accused of shooting into a fleeing car, injuring a child inside. According to Dallas police (DPD), the violent scene happened during a baby shower that stretched into 5 a.m. on Sunday, July 26. Neighbors in the southeast Dallas Urbandale neighborhood...

In a broadcast taping on the far-right One America News Network, Gaetz accused the man of a $270-million fraud scheme.

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 31, 2026

Back-to-school events offer free supplies, health screenings this weekend

Organizations across Dallas-Fort Worth, including Arlington, Dallas, and Mansfield, are hosting back-to-school events this Saturday offering free backpacks, school supplies, shoes, haircuts, and health screenings....

Dan Patrick takes aim at online ticket sales after World Cup woes

After fans were allegedly misled about their seating assignments and some failed to even get their tickets at all, online ticketing will be a focus for lawmakers....

2 local Mediterranean spots among 25 best in the U.S., and 1 is insanely good

No 10-year voyage required: Colleyville’s Truva is worth its own epic quest for the bread and yogurt dip alone. Not to mention a traditional stew.

Cast your votes in the Best of Dallas 2026 Reader’s Choice Awards

It's one of the best times of the year. Be sure to vote for your favorites before it's too late.

CBS places Tony Romo on leave ‘until further notice' following OWI arrest

CBS placed NFL analyst Tony Romo on leave “until further notice” more than a week after he was arrested in Wisconsin on suspicion of operating while intoxicated . The former Dallas Cowboys quarterback was arrested in Milwaukee on July 23 after police found an “open bottle of an a...

NBC5 DFW · Jul 31, 2026

Star Local Media Richardson · Jul 30, 2026

CULLEN/FROST REPORTS SECOND QUARTER RESULTS

Board declares third quarter dividend on common and preferred stock

10 independent bookstores to add to your list on the North Texas Bookstore Crawl

Get lost in a good read at one of these local favorites, or find a new one on the North Texas Indie Book Crawl.

Dallas clinical trial testing new approach to ALS gives patients & doctors hope

When Sunny Brous was 25, she noticed something strange. The muscles in her hand seemed to twitch, and her hand felt weak. She says the issue became an eye-opener during a co-ed softball game. “I couldn’t close a glove,” she recalled. What followed was an 18-month search for answe...

NBC5 DFW · Jul 31, 2026

Softly is rewriting the local rock playbook

The Dallas-Fort Worth rock trio is turning heartbreak into gorgeously crunchy hooks.

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Jul 31, 2026

Dallas fire station dealing with AC outage amid intense summer heat

A Dallas fire station is currently without air conditioning as the city looks for a temporary and permanent solution for the problem.

Dallas ISD's future doctors dissect pig hearts during summer camp

Summer break, like so many things, has changed. Teens from 16 different Dallas ISD schools hoping to pursue a career in medicine are taking part in a summer future doctor’s program where they come together to take notes, dissect, and study how the body works. Ararh Cho and Lily R...

How will a merger work between two major North Texas arts groups? A former theater critic weighs in KERA News

KERA News · Jul 30, 2026

Dallas Innovates · Aug 1, 2026

Calendar: Not-to-Miss Events for Innovators in Dallas-Fort Worth

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Proposed merger of two arts institutions reimagines business model

Nearly 80 years after Margo Jones opened her theater-in-the-round in Dallas’ Fair Park and launched the American regional theater movement, Dallas Theater Center and AT&T Performing Arts Center announced a proposed merger that represents a new chapter for the regional theater ind...

NBC5 DFW · Aug 1, 2026

Dallas Innovates · Jul 30, 2026

Flytrex and Nash Partner on MultiModal Food Delivery in North Texas

The 14 best hip-hop and R&B concerts coming to North Texas in August

The hottest slice of summer is bringing the heat to the stage for some of this year's biggest shows.

Jerry Jones sits down with NBC 5 to talk offseason, AT&T Stadium, and Tony Romo

Jerry Jones knows this has been a quiet offseason for the Dallas Cowboys; he’s hoping the different tune results in a different end-of-season song than it has for the last 30 years. “Well, let me just say this, it just again shows me the psychology of things,” Jones said. “I thin...

Wings headed back to Washington seeking to avenge last week's loss to the Mystics

The Dallas Wings are looking to avenge Friday’s blown lead to the Washington Mystics on Wednesday in the same building. The Wings are coming off a win at home Sunday against the struggling Connecticut Sun. The Wings are trying to win their 20th game in a season for the first time...

Wings blow out Connecticut in rematch, nearing 20 wins for first time in 3 years

The Dallas Wings dominated the Connecticut Sun on Sunday at home at the College Park Center in Arlington, 83-63. Connecticut has lost five in a row. Arike Ogunbowale, Jessica Shepard and Azzi Fudd led the way in scoring; Paige Bueckers struggled with only 6 points in 25 minutes, ...

Parkland takes mental health conversations to the barbershop

A partnership between Parkland Health and a neighborhood barbershop is doing something good to help people talk about mental health. The collaboration led to Shop Talk, where Kutinfed Barbershop in the Vickery Meadow area of Dallas was transformed into a space for open dialogue a...

Dallas-Fort Worth families face growing hunger as federal cuts make an impact

Texas led the nation in food insecurity for the third straight year in 2024. It also leads the country with the most residents who have lost SNAP benefits in 2025 and 2026....

‘A deal with the devil’: Religion motivates data center opponents in Texas

Some see the AI facilities as a sign of the apocalypse, others see an opportunity to advocate for environmental stewardship.

Man hospitalized after late-night shooting in Dallas' Uptown neighborhood

A man is recovering in the hospital after being shot overnight in the Uptown neighborhood of Dallas, police said.

Dallas police officers escape injury after cruiser gets slammed in multi-vehicle I-45 crash

Two Dallas police officers escaped injury overnight after their cruiser was caught in a multi-vehicle pileup on Interstate 45, officials said.

Dallas Weather: Triple-digit heat returns this week

North Texans waking up to a rare, comfortable morning with temperatures in the 60s and 70s should enjoy it while it lasts, as triple-digit heat and rising humidity are set to return quickly this week....

Dallas Weekly · Aug 3, 2026

Dallas Wings To Play At American Airlines Center For 2027 Season

Arlington, TX (Aug. 3, 2026) – The Dallas Wings will play the team’s home games for the 2027 season at American Airlines Center in Dallas, the team announced today. The Wings, who relocated to North Texas prior to the 2016 WNBA season, have played the last 11 seasons at College P...

New sports bar backed by Dallas Stars owner opening in Northlake

Shark Club Sports Bar & Grill is an elevated sports destination that offers a veteran experience with rookie hype.

Dallas police highlight public safety successes during FIFA World Cup

The Dallas Police Department and federal partners held a press conference on Monday to provide an overview of the public safety operations and enforcement efforts conducted during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in June and July. The briefing highlighted crime reduction strategies, enhan...

Wings confirm move to Dallas' American Airlines Center for 2027 season

After months of discussion, the Dallas Wings confirmed Monday that they will move to the American Airlines Center in Dallas for the 2027 season. The announcement comes as their tenure at the College Park Center on the campus of the University of Texas at Arlington concludes at th...

Dallas City Council holds special meeting as City Hall fate looms

Dallas City Council members are set to discuss a proposed policy change Monday morning that could lower the voting threshold required to approve new city facilities, a move that could have implications for the ongoing debate over the future of Dallas City Hall. The item is schedu...

Parkland takes mental health conversations to the barbershop

3 men charged with capital murder for Dallas woman's death in RV fire

Three men face capital murder charges after a Dallas RV fire in the White Rock neighborhood killed 68-year-old Leslie McBride and her dog; investigators say the fire was intentionally set....

We were skeptical of Knox-Henderson’s new cowgirl spot. Then we actually ate there

Let’s go, girls. The Knox-Henderson newcomer is channeling Dallas’ inner cowgirl with more than social-media sparkle.

Angel Reese’s Barbie Doll Is the Latest Reflection of Her Growing Influence

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 4, 2026

Inside the North Texas task force arresting murder suspects

Dallas police say no fugitive is out of reach as the North Texas Fugitive Task Force continues its efforts to track down some of the region’s most dangerous suspects. “We will continue to go after the worst of the worst every single day in the city of Dallas,” Dallas Police Chief...

New geothermal technical content and programming will highlight

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 4, 2026

Dallas firefighter dies after cancer battle on his 48th birthday

Dallas Fire-Rescue is mourning driver and engineer Ted Carpenter, a 22-year department veteran who died on his 48th birthday following a battle with stage four cancer....

Dallas Innovates · Aug 4, 2026

Dallas man accused of drugging, assaulting 14-year-old girl

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 4, 2026

3 charged with capital murder in West Dallas house party shooting

Three men face capital murder charges in connection with a deadly May shooting that left three people dead and one injured during a house party at a West Dallas short-term rental home....

Waymo autonomous rides now open to public in Dallas as waitlist ends

Dallas kids step into class with new tennis shoes

Three Dallas-based companies partnered with the Dallas Police Department to do something good for kids heading back to school. In two days over two weeks, patrol officers and company volunteers got 582 pairs of new tennis shoes to nearly 400 Dallas-area children. Pictures show sw...

Dallas Innovates · Aug 4, 2026

Secretome Therapeutics Builds Out Rare Disease Leadership Team

Dallas parks could feature billboards as city looks for increased revenue

With the park department asked to cut $13.1 million from its budget, officials are looking to create a more self-sustaining system.

Has abortion become the forgotten issue in the 2026 midterm elections?

Texas women are still fighting for reproductive freedom, even if their elected officials are talking about it less.

Driver found fatally shot inside vehicle submerged in West Dallas' Fishtrap Lake

Dallas police are searching for a shooter after a man was found fatally shot inside a truck submerged in Fishtrap Lake late Tuesday night. The homicide investigation remains ongoing....

Cowboys increase conditioning, padded practices, and practice length at camp

The Dallas Cowboys started padded practices at training camp this week. The Cowboys’ offense is still rolling from the momentum of last season, returning all 11 starters with the news that Tyler Guyton will start at left tackle. The mantra on offense at camp has been GOTI: Greate...

Willow Bend to shrink for ‘next phase' ahead of planned Dallas Stars redevelopment

The Shops at Willow Bend is slimming down ahead of the planned redevelopment for the Dallas Stars arena. Starting Sept. 1, “portions of The Shops at Willow Bend will transition as the property enters its next phase,” according to Centennial, an owner of the mall, in an emailed st...

Review: Dallas-area chefs turn out for screening of the salty coming-of-age ‘Tony’

In this biopic, we get a glimpse into Anthony Bourdain's summer of 1975 on the Cape.

Two missing Dallas girls found safe following public tips

Two young girls reported critically missing from south of Downtown Dallas on Wednesday morning have been found safe following tips from the public, according to the Dallas Police Department....

Dallas Love Field ground stop linked to communications issue

A ground stop was issued Wednesday morning for flights arriving at Dallas Love Field because of a communications issue.

July restaurant closures: A famous nitrogen marg, a surf spot and tapas say goodbye

All of that, AND a restaurant Guy Fieri raved about in 2012. Say it isn't so.

The city’s case for moving Dallas’ 911 dispatch center out of downtown

Amid the uncertainty of City Hall’s future, Dallasites may soon be asked to approve funding for several major public safety projects.

Patented: Solenic Medical’s Implant-Infection Device and 120 More Inventions Across North Texas

Two missing Dallas girls found safe, evaluated at hospital

Two girls, ages 5 and 13, were found safe Wednesday after Dallas Police issued a critical missing alert and launched an early-morning search involving officers, investigators and drones. Police received the initial call at about 5 a.m. after the girls were last seen in the 1400 b...

Trial begins: Widow of Dallas officer killed in ambush sues union over donations

The way in which the police union’s non-profit entity ‘Assist the Officer’ managed and distributed the $10 million collected is at the center of a years-long civil lawsuit brought by the widow of one of the Dallas Police Officers killed in the 2016 downtown ambush. “It was very c...

Dallas Cowboys' new-look defense takes the field for training camp in Oxnard, CA

New defensive coordinator Christian Parker The Dallas Cowboys went with the old adage, if you can’t beat them, hire them, when it came to their new defensive coordinator this offseason. The Cowboys, along with the rest of the NFL, seemed to struggle moving the football over the l...

Dallas Cowboys offense returns 11 starters, hoping to repeat 2025 success

Dak Prescott’s 2026 season slogan: GOTI (Greatest Offense There Is) Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys are embracing a new slogan as they prepare for the 2026 season. The offense was statistically the best in the NFL last season. Once again, expectations are very high for that g...

Ice! at Gaylord Texan announces magical theme for its annual winter wonderland

You're in a blizzard, Harry.

Dallas Weekly · Aug 5, 2026

Dr. Brandy Alfred Named New CEO of Dallas-Fort Worth Urban League

DALLAS – After an extensive national search, the Dallas–Fort Worth Urban League (DFWUL) Board of Directors is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Brandy Alfred as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Dr. Alfred brings more than two decades of executive lea...

Missing Dallas man found shot to death and burned in southern Oklahoma

A missing Dallas man was found shot to death and burned in a field in Love County, Oklahoma. Dallas police and Love County authorities are conducting a joint homicide investigation....

Most anticipated concerts of 2026

There are still plenty of big shows to come through North Texas this year: Jonas Brothers, Vince Staples, Sex Pistols and so much more.

White Castle to open 3rd Texas location in Grand Prairie

The iconic slider fast food chain White Castle will open another Dallas-Fort Worth location soon in Grand Prairie.

Tyler Technologies Acquires CODY Systems

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Plano’s Tyler Technologies acquired Pennsylvania-based CODY Systems, a software and data management, integration and exchange solutions company serving public safety, law enforcement and other public sector ent...

The Waitlist Is Over: Waymo Offers Central Dallas Rides to Anyone on the App

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Waymo ended its waitlist this week and opened its Dallas robotaxi service to anyone who downloads the company’s app. Since rolling out the service in Dallas in February, California-based Waymo has autonomously ...

CodeLaunch Debuts Reality-Style Show for Its U.S. Startup Competition

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Plano-based startup competition CodeLaunch is launching a reality show on YouTube to chronicle this year’s installment of its annual contest, and a Frisco startup is among the contestants. The first of four epi...

Dallas Startup Mousterian Inks Deal for Its First U.S. Floating Data Center

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Dallas-based Mousterian Corp. Inc. (M3) and South Korea’s Samsung Heavy Industries Co. Ltd. (SHI) have signed an engineering contract for their first moored floating data center (FDC) in the United States. M3 d...

Dallas Weekly · Aug 5, 2026

Sorany Gutiérrez Will Debut Immersive World Premiere Inner Passage in Dallas

DALLAS — Theatergoers looking for a traditional stage production will need to leave their expectations at the door. This August, Colombian-born Dallas artist Sorany Gutiérrez will debut Inner Passage , a world premiere immersive performance that turns Todo Sababa’s historic Old E...

Tyler Technologies Acquires CODY Systems

Missing Dallas man found burned, shot four times in Oklahoma, investigators say

The body of a missing man from Dallas was found shot four times and burned in an Oklahoma field and is now the subject of an ongoing homicide investigation. According to the sheriff’s office in Love County, Oklahoma, deputies were called to a grass fire in a field on July 30 and ...

Dallas Weekly · Aug 5, 2026

Dallas Unveils Plan for 75 Transitional Pallet Homes in South Dallas

Dallas city leaders unveiled a significant step in the city’s evolving response to homelessness during a District 7 Community Listening Session, signaling plans for a transitional “pallet neighborhood” that could become one of Dallas’ newest tools for addressing chronic homelessn...

Sneak Peek: Dallas to host first-ever Republican midterm convention featuring Donald Trump

The Republican Party will host a first-of-its-kind midterm convention in Dallas on Sept. 9 at the American Airlines Center, with President Donald Trump headlining the two-day event aimed at energizing voters ahead of congressional elections....

No faces needed fixing at Masego’s dazzling tour kickoff in Dallas

The Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist launched his first headlining run in nearly three years at South Side Ballroom on Tuesday night.

Dallas City Council considering sending $960M public safety bond to fall voters

Dallas voters may be asked to approve nearly a billion dollars in debt this fall to help the city deliver a long-promised new police academy and help provide financial flexibility in making ongoing contributions to the city’s police and fire pension fund. The proposed $960 millio...

Mystics beat the Wings to complete a 20-point comeback for 5th straight win

Shakira Austin had 27 points and 13 rebounds, rookie Cotie McMahon scored 10 of her season-high 18 points in the fourth quarter and the Washington Mystics overcame a 20-point deficit to beat the Dallas Wings 96-92 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight victory. Washington tr...

'12 Days of Christmas' display ending at Dallas Arboretum

The Dallas Arboretum confirms that its popular 12 Days of Christmas Gazebos at the Arboretum will come to an end with the 2026 holiday season. Leaders at the Arboretum sent NBC 5 the following statement: For twelve years, the Twelve Days of Christmas Gazebos have been woven into ...

Sitting congressman encourages anti-Islam hysteria during McKinney mosque vote

Keith Self is up for reelection this November, and dog-whistling about Sharia law has emerged as a key policy issue.

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 6, 2026

Collin County Summer Questions: Area baseball, softball teams primed to make noise in 2027

The end of one chapter gives way to the start of another, and such is the case as teams around the state begin preparations for the 2026-27 school year....

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 6, 2026

Games to Watch: Coppell, Plano ISD looks to shake up 7-6A football landscape

After six seasons of competing 6-6A alongside everyone from Allen to Prosper ISD and Lewisville ISD, the Plano ISD trio will reunite with Richardson ISD for the first time since 2007 as part of 7-6A....

Dallas weather: North Texas heat wave and dry conditions fuel wildfire threat

Triple-digit heat and dry conditions fuel wildfire risks across North Texas as crews battle new blazes in Archer City and Olney with minimal rain expected....

The wild wonders never cease: Here are the 2026 Big Tex Choice Award finalists

These 15 vendors understood the assignment: create wildly inventive dishes that draw massive lines.

Talarico outlines economic agenda, pitches ‘New American Dream’ in Arlington

The 'New American Dream Tour' will last a month and make 10 stops, including at an unnamed DFW location later in August.

Dallas Shooting: Dallas ISD officer wounded in Sam's Club parking lot

A Dallas ISD police officer was shot while trying to help someone near the Walmart and Sam’s Club stores in Northwest Dallas on Thursday morning.

12 true Dallas-area hidden gem restaurants

The real hidden gems of Dallas aren't rolling through your social media feeds, but you can find them here.

Dallas Weekly · Aug 6, 2026

Opinion: In The Fight For Voting Rights, Winning Is Not The Same As Victory

By Evan Milligan | Special to the Birmingham Times Since 2021, a case bearing my family name has been winding through our federal court system. Allen v. Milligan asked whether Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act could still be used to challenge racial bias in how voting districts ...

Texas Women’s Foundation Names New Board Leaders

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Texas Women’s Foundation has named Renda Mathew, Truist’s Dallas market president, as chair-elect of its board of directors. Mathew takes over as board chair July 1, 2027, for a two-year term running through Ju...

Dallas-Based Hallmark Health Care Solutions Names Shachar Rabbe CFO

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Dallas-based Hallmark Health Care Solutions, which markets what it calls “Healthcare’s Workforce Operating System,” named Shachar Rabbe as its chief financial officer. Rabbe brings nearly two decades of experie...

Dallas officer fires shot during felony traffic stop of carjacking suspect

An officer fired a weapon during a felony traffic stop Thursday morning following a carjacking in South Dallas, though no injuries were reported and a suspect was taken into custody, police said....

United Way volunteers to help stock Dallas classrooms ahead of new school year

Hundreds of North Texas volunteers will spend Friday morning preparing classrooms and supporting teachers as part of United Way of Metropolitan Dallas’ annual Stock the School initiative. The volunteer effort will bring community members and corporate partners to two Dallas ISD c...

Dallas ISD officer stable after critical injuries in North Dallas shooting

What to Know Dallas ISD police officer critically wounded in a shooting in North Dallas Thursday morning. Police officials say the officer was flagged down by a person in crisis on a nearby highway and the officer drove that person to the Walmart parking lot where the shooting to...

Dallas police officer fires on armed robbery suspect; no injuries reported

No one was injured when a Dallas police officer fired on an armed robbery suspect early Thursday morning. Dallas Police said officers were called at about 920 a.m. to a robbery in progress on the 3500 block of Sunnyvale Street, where an armed person stole a vehicle. According to ...

The Waitlist Is Over: Waymo Offers Central Dallas Rides to Anyone on the App

Dallas-Based Corgan Wins Sustainability Award for Wells Fargo’s Net-Positive Irving Campus

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Dallas-based architecture and design firm Corgan, a nearly 90-year-old firm, has won the CoreNet Global 2026 Sustainable Leadership Award for its work on the Wells Fargo corporate campus in Irving, which opened...

Dallas Weekly · Aug 6, 2026

Talarico pitches ‘A New American Dream’ as economic agenda centers workers, affordability

Framing affordability as the defining issue facing Texas families, Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico unveiled what he called “A New American Dream” Wednesday night, introducing an economic platform centered on lowering household costs, strengthening workers’ rights an...

Texas Women’s Foundation Names New Board Leaders

Bestow Launches Lab Team as Carriers Push to Modernize

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Dallas-based Bestow has formed a dedicated team called Bestow Labs to build AI-native products for life insurance and annuity carriers, deliberately separating that work from the production systems its clients ...

‘I am enunciating, asshole’: Inside the glorious chaos of a dive bar spelling bee

One of Arlington’s oldest dive bars pairs cheap drink specials with chaotic local events — starting with an adult spelling bee with tricky words like "appellate."...

Apply Now: Opportunities for North Texas Innovators

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. .di-apply{--ink:#071f26;--purple:#a42ca1;--blue:#155ba0;--green:#1e9e2a;--red:#bc2111; --berry:#a30759;--gold:#dd920e;--orange:#d35f00;--line:#e2e4e4;--gray:#717677; font-family:'undergroundbook','Helvetica Neu...

Who is Justin Jones? Dallas ISD police officer undergoes surgery following shooting

The Dallas Independent School District is sharing more information about Officer Justin Jones, the police officer who was injured in a shooting in a Dallas Sam's Club parking lot....

Dallas-Based Corgan Wins Sustainability Award for Wells Fargo’s Net-Positive Irving Campus

Proposed 19-story Preston-Royal tower vote passes, now heads to City Council

The Dallas City Plan and Zoning Commission has voted in favor of an $800 million development proposed near Preston Road and Royal Lane, which has drawn opposition from several Northwest Dallas neighborhood groups. The project would include retail, restaurants, condominiums, apart...

dallasnews.com · Aug 6, 2026

Dallas Arboretum ending 12 Days of Christmas Gazebos exhibit after 2026

A longtime holiday exhibit at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden will come to an end after the 2026 season.

Want a cybersecurity career? These 3 North Texas programs offer different paths dallasnews.com

Speakers face ‘disrespect’ during Tarrant County Comissioners polling meeting

After a former state rep. was arrested, questions are being raised about public comment restrictions at Tarrant County Commissioners Court meetings.

Tony Revolori is stung by the strange beauty of ‘The Rivals of Amziah King’

A particularly jarring scene from "The Rivals of Amziah King," starring Matthew McConaughey, has kept us up at night. Now we know how the scene came to fruition....

How a years-long rise in teacher turnover reshaped American classrooms

From 2020 to 2025, Texas lost 35,000 teachers who would have stayed in the classroom if the state had kept up its pre-pandemic turnover figures.

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 8, 2026

Dallas officer-involved shooting suspect turns himself in, police say

A suspect who allegedly stabbed his ex-girlfriend and fled after officers fired shots in his direction on Friday morning has turned himself in, police said Saturday....

Suspect involved in Dallas officer-involved shooting incident turns himself in

A suspect in an officer-involved shooting incident on Park Lane on Friday morning has turned himself in. According to the Dallas Police Department, officers responded to a call near 8500 Park Lane shortly after 7 a.m. Police said the suspect encountered an officer at the scene, a...

NBC5 DFW · Aug 7, 2026

DFW Restaurant Week is back: Score fine-dining meals starting at $29

Dozens of North Texas’ top steakhouses, seafood hubs and hot spots are serving multi-course steals all month long — with 20% supporting two crucial local charities....

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 7, 2026

Dallas and Tarrant County host back-to-school events for families

The annual Dallas Mayor’s Back to School Fair and Tarrant County Back to School Roundup offer free school supplies, health screenings, and community resources to help local families prepare for the upcoming school year....

Raccoon in Dallas saved after mayonnaise jar was stuck on her head for days

A sticky situation in Dallas had a happy ending for one raccoon named Mayonesa. According to Dallas Animal Services, the young raccoon roamed a Dallas neighborhood with a mayonnaise jar stuck on her head for multiple days. Despite several sightings and rescue attempts, she manage...

NBC5 DFW · Aug 7, 2026

Irish goodbye: The North Texas Irish Festival is moving to Denton

After 40+ years in Fair Park, the festival is moving to Denton next year. Dallas mourns, Denton celebrates, and we ask: what's left?

The Lufkin Daily News · Aug 7, 2026

American Airlines offers Pecan Lodge BBQ for first class domestic flights leaving DFW

FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · Aug 7, 2026

Big Tech's Texas Power Play | Battleground Texas

Big Tech's Texas Power Play | Battleground Texas FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth

Texas Economic Boom: How AI, Oil, and ‘Y’all Street’ Are Fueling Historic Growth

Texas Economic Boom: How AI, Oil, and ‘Y’all Street’ Are Fueling Historic Growth Barron's

Barron's · Aug 7, 2026

Dallas News · Aug 7, 2026

2026 Dallas-area preseason high school volleyball player of the year, all-area team

2026 Dallas-area preseason high school volleyball player of the year, all-area team Dallas News

Dallas Observer · Aug 10, 2026

Are Dallas city employees the biggest losers in the proposed budget?

The biggest budget in Dallas’ history includes cuts to nearly 300 positions and slashed healthcare options for city employees.

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 10, 2026

Juvenile shoots and kills man who was assaulting woman in Far East Dallas, police say

A 33-year-old man was shot and killed by a juvenile Sunday morning in East Dallas while assaulting a woman, according to police.

Dallas Observer · Aug 10, 2026

MAMAMOO can’t wait to get back to the ‘movie set’ that is North Texas

We caught up with the K-pop group to talk their comeback tour stop at Dickies Arena, new music and how they became enamored with Texas culture.

Dallas Weekly · Aug 10, 2026

Dallas Celebrates First Cohort of Certified Clinical Medical Assistants

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 10, 2026

Suspect shot Dallas ISD police officer with officer's gun after scuffle: affidavit

An arrest affidavit states the suspect in an officer-involved shooting last week shot a Dallas ISD police officer with the officer's weapon after he was willingly removed from a highway in Far North Dallas....

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 10, 2026

Dallas libraries will remain open with reduced staff and hours

Dallas will keep all neighborhood library branches open under a revised budget proposal, but the city plans to lay off 35 library staff members and cut Sunday and Monday hours at most branches....

Dallas police release video after officer fires toward undercover officer during arrest

A Dallas police officer fired four rounds toward a fellow officer and a robbery suspect during the arrest of a man accused of stealing a Porsche after threatening a 9-year-old girl, according to new details and video released by the Dallas Police Department. No officers, civilian...

Affidavit reveals new details in shooting of Dallas ISD officer in North Dallas

Documents obtained by NBC 5 reveal new details about the shooting of a Dallas ISD police officer in North Dallas last week. According to an arrest affidavit from the Dallas Police Department, 27-year-old Jose Pantoja-Morales was arrested and charged with aggravated assault on a p...

Dallas police taking over freeway enforcement as county traffic partnership ends

After a 17-year partnership with the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office, the Dallas Police Department will soon take over freeway traffic enforcement within the city. The current interlocal agreement for the Dallas County Highway Traffic Program, which began Oct. 1, 2025, is set to e...

Plano city council calls special election for sports arena project proposal

The Plano City Council voted Monday night to call a special election on November 3, 2026 asking voters to authorize venue-related taxes to help finance a proposed redevelopment project that would bring a sports and entertainment arena and future home of the Dallas Stars. ‘Proposi...

New A.I. curriculum in some North Texas classrooms

There is a new artificial intelligence curriculum headed to some North Texas high school classrooms thanks to a new grant given to the University of Texas at Dallas. The world is changing, and students must change with it. That’s the message at Uplift Schools across North Texas a...

Mabrey leads Toronto Tempo against Dallas Wings after a 36-point game

Toronto Tempo (10-22, 5-9 Eastern Conference) at Dallas Wings (19-14, 8-8 Western Conference), Arlington; Wednesday, 7 p.m. CST BOTTOM LINE: Toronto Tempo takes on the Dallas Wings after Marina Mabrey scored 36 points in the Tempo’s 107-95 loss to the Atlanta Dream. The Wings hav...

Dallas was about to open a shelter for homeless veterans. Then Trump happened

A federal directive to move funding away from housing projects was just another blow to local effort embroiled in setbacks.

Abbott and Trump disagree on data centers, what should we know about them in Dallas?

CBS News · Aug 11, 2026

Dallas News · Aug 11, 2026

Which college football players made the Freaks List? Unreal athletes from Texas, SMU, more

Which college football players made the Freaks List? Unreal athletes from Texas, SMU, more Dallas News

D Magazine · Aug 10, 2026

Targeting Muslims in Texas is undemocratic

Targeting Muslims in Texas is undemocratic Dallas News

Good Local Markets Finds New Home in Fair Park Dallas D Magazine

Man shot, killed by juvenile after allegedly attacking woman in Dallas, police say

Man shot, killed by juvenile after allegedly attacking woman in Dallas, police say CBS News

CBS News · Aug 10, 2026

Man accused of deadly stabbing in Dallas arrested in Mexico, police say

Man accused of deadly stabbing in Dallas arrested in Mexico, police say CBS News

CBS News · Aug 10, 2026

The 10 best restaurants near AT&T Stadium in Arlington

Whether you're heading to a Cowboys game or a concert, here are the top spots to book a table, grab cold beers, or snag real Texas BBQ and Tex-Mex.

These 10 Texas college athletes earn the most off their NIL rights

Since college athletes began to make money on their names, images and likenesses, Texas athletes have been cashing in.

Dallas Weekly · Aug 11, 2026

Preserved By Purpose: Holy Boldness

“Please God! Let me say something to defend myself!” is what poured out of my heart as I prayed before going into what I knew would be a difficult meeting a few years ago. Based on what was said to me before the meeting, I knew that the invitation for me to attend was not to cele...

Dallas Innovates · Aug 11, 2026

Dallas’ Trinity Consultants Gets New Owner as Veritas Capital Strikes Deal

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Dallas-based environmental, engineering and science consulting firm Trinity Consultants is getting new ownership. New York-based Veritas Capital has agreed to acquire the business from its private equity owner,...

Dallas Innovates · Aug 11, 2026

Air Taxi Business Joby Aviation Establishes New Base at Perot Field

Cowboys' Ryan Flournoy talks expectations after elevating from fringe receiver

The Dallas Cowboys are returning one of the most successful passing attacks from 2025. While the headliners remain Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and George Pickens, Ryan Flournoy has a firm grip on the third receiver spot. NBC 5’s Pat Doney sat down with Flournoy at camp to talk abo...

Cowboys reporter Jon Machota discusses Dak, season two of Schotty, & depth chart

The Dallas Cowboys offense, led by quarterback Dak Prescott, does not appear to be afraid of expectations. The team is returning all 11 starters from one of the top offenses in the league last year. Prescott’s been saying the goal is to be the “Greatest Offense There Is,” or GOTI...

Dallas Weekly · Aug 8, 2026

Wings Fall to Valkyries as Golden State Takes Control After Halftime

The Dallas Wings did not get the result they wanted in their first game at American Airlines Center since announcing they will play their full home schedule there beginning next season. The Golden State Valkyries pulled away during the second half for a 94-76 win Friday night, gi...

American Airlines Lands First U.S. Passenger Flight Powered by Fuel Made from Waste Carbon at DFW

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 11, 2026

Dallas man charged with murder after Main Street confrontation victim dies from head trauma

A July confrontation on Main Street in Dallas led to the victim's death after getting pushed down a flight of stairs, and the suspect's charges being upgraded to murder....

Is H-E-B and Joe V’s delivery worth the fee? The meat and produce savings say yes

Trying to pinch pennies without fighting crowded grocery aisles? We found a workaround, even if H-E-B is still a bit Dallas-averse.

Dallas Cowboys defensive additions making big difference at training camp

The Dallas Cowboys defense is looking much improved after one of the worst seasons in franchise history. The Cowboys have a new defensive coordinator, Christian Parker ; two new first-round picks, Caleb Downs and Malachi Lawrence ; and they added San Francisco 49ers linebacker De...

Dallas Cowboys headed to Woodland Hills for joint practice with Los Angeles Rams

The Dallas Cowboys are headed south to Woodland Hills, CA, for joint practice against the Rams. Last year, the Rams embarrassed the Cowboys at joint practice. The Rams went on to go 12-5 and lose in the NFC Championship – a game the Cowboys have not reached in 30 years. The Cowbo...

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 11, 2026

Dallas proposes $5.7 billion budget with employee layoffs, funding for police

The latest version of a proposed budget for the city of Dallas includes over 100 layoffs, a property tax rate reduction, and plans to expand the police force despite rising costs and slowing growth....

Realtor.com · Aug 12, 2026

Kaitlin Butts is booked, busy and choosin’ Texas alongside Ella Langley

The country musician is playing two shows in town this week, which includes an opening slot for Ella Langley. She's on a metoric rise of her own, though....

Across the U.S., major cities are facing budget difficulties driven by expiring COVID dollars, inflation and changing spending patterns.

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Cowboys reporter Watkins discusses passing game & the new-look defense under Parker

The first thing the Dallas Morning News’ lead Dallas Cowboys beat reporter noticed at training camp was Dak Prescott’s pass-catchers, notably George Pickens and Jake Ferguson. “(Pickens) has been fantastic. This camp, he’s picking up right where he left off in the 2025 season. Ju...

Vehicle's roof torn off car after driving underneath 18 wheeler, crashing under another 18-wheeler, officials say WFAA

WFAA · Aug 11, 2026

Dallas News · Aug 11, 2026

James Steven "Jim" Sabonis

James Steven "Jim" Sabonis Dallas News

Dallas Observer · Aug 12, 2026

Two spots, one recipe: Where to find the real Marco’s pizza

After a Preston Hollow staple closed in 2019, longtime fans of My Family’s Pizza (a.k.a Pizza by Marco) were left searching for a replacement. Luckily there are two options....

Dallas College police sergeant's stolen car, ammo, gear recovered after traffic stop, police say

Dallas College police sergeant's stolen car, ammo, gear recovered after traffic stop, police say CBS News

CBS News · Aug 12, 2026

Patented: Textron’s Modular Tandem Tiltrotor and 176 More Inventions Across North Texas

Patented: Textron’s Modular Tandem Tiltrotor and 176 More Inventions Across North Texas Dallas Innovates

HNTB designs Dallas Stars arena to "capture the passion and intensity of hockey"

HNTB designs Dallas Stars arena to "capture the passion and intensity of hockey" Dezeen

Dezeen · Aug 12, 2026

FDR's grandson lists 1,303-acre North Texas ranch for $21.5 million

FDR's grandson lists 1,303-acre North Texas ranch for $21.5 million WFAA

WFAA · Aug 12, 2026

Dallas Cowboys reporters talk Schottenheimer, playoffs, and training camp

Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer is heading into his second year on the job with high expectations. ESPN’s Todd Archer told NBC 5, Schotty knows another losing season is not an option. “I’m seeing a guy who feels or is growing into the job, feels more comfortable. H...

NBC5 DFW · Aug 12, 2026

Big Bend holds lifetime of memories for Dallas man who now fears for its future

Big Bend holds lifetime of memories for Dallas man who now fears for its future WFAA

WFAA · Aug 12, 2026

Dallas News · Aug 11, 2026

North Texas furniture store with over 100 years of history is closing

North Texas furniture store with over 100 years of history is closing Dallas News

Dallas Innovates · Aug 11, 2026

Dallas-Based Safe Harbor Marinas Agrees to Acquire MarineMax for $1.5B

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 12, 2026

Driver arrested in stolen Dallas College police officer's personal vehicle loaded with gear, vests, ammunition

A routine traffic stop early Monday led Dallas police to arrest a man driving a stolen vehicle loaded with police tactical gear, ammunition, and a badge belonging to a Dallas College police sergeant....

Dallas Observer · Aug 12, 2026

Next up in Dallas’ steakhouse arms race: Docent brings rare beef and samurai swords

After a two-year wait, the over-the-top destination looks to one-up the city's dining scene with Kobe programs and museum-grade armor

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 12, 2026

Dallas city council votes to add public safety proposition to November ballot

Dallas city leaders voted to add a public safety proposition to November's ballot, while rejecting two other bond proposals.

Patented: Textron’s Modular Tandem Tiltrotor and 176 More Inventions Across North Texas

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Textron Innovations Inc. won a patent for a tiltrotor aircraft that carries its rotor assemblies at the front and back of the fuselage rather than on the wingtips. All six listed inventors work in North Texas. ...

Dallas Weekly · Aug 12, 2026

NCTRCA Hosts MET Gala Inspired Event to Empower Small Business Ecosystems

There is a certain electricity that fills a room when the right people are gathered in the right place for the right reasons. Last Friday evening at Live! by Loews Arlington, that electricity was undeniable. The North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency (NCTRCA) transform...

Former Cowboy talks offensive struggles, defensive standouts at joint practice with LA Rams

Former NFL player and current Emmy Award-winning NFL analyst, Isaiah Stanback , spoke with NBC 5’s Newy Scruggs about the Dallas Cowboys’ first training camp practice with the Los Angeles Rams in Woodland Hills, CA. Stanback said the Cowboys offense struggled with one of the leag...

NBC5 DFW · Aug 12, 2026

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 12, 2026

5-year-old critically injured after major crash in Pleasant Grove

A child remains in critical condition after they were in a vehicle involved in a crash on Elam Road caused by a suspect fleeing Dallas Police.

Mark Cuban Foundation Launches Its First AI Education Program for Adults at Dallas College

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. The Dallas-based Mark Cuban Foundation is launching its first program designed for adult learners with a pilot at Dallas College Aug. 17-21. The Agentic AI Academy is a free five-day accelerator operated in par...

Tech Titans Taps Former Richardson Mayor Paul Voelker for Lifetime Achievement Award

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Tech Titans has named former Richardson Mayor and tech leader Paul Voelker the 2026 recipient of its Lifetime Achievement Award. It is one of three individual honors the North Texas technology organization will...

Dallas Observer · Aug 13, 2026

Mark Lamster’s ‘Welcome to Paradox City’ finds poetry in Dallas contradictions

Dallas architecture is a catalog of the city's history, and Pulitzer winner Mark Lamster has put that history to page.

The album is finally coming — again.

Dallas Innovates · Aug 13, 2026

Stream Data Centers Names Chief HR Officer as Apollo-Era Leadership Buildout Continues

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Dallas-based Stream Data Centers has named Nikki Kresse its chief human resources officer. She is joining an executive bench that has been evolving since Apollo funds took majority control of the hyperscale dev...

Dallas Innovates · Aug 13, 2026

Mavenir Names Nokia Veteran to Lead Expansion in AI Cloud Market

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Richardson-based Mavenir has hired a longtime Nokia executive to lead its expansion into a fast-growing corner of the cloud computing market known as neocloud. Neocloud is industry shorthand for providers that ...

Dallas Innovates · Aug 13, 2026

Plano-Based MOOYAH Inks Deal to Open Restaurants in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Plano-based Mooyah Burgers, Fries & Shakes recently signed a master franchise license agreement with Great USA Foods LLC to expand its footprint in the United Arab Emirates. The deal calls for locations in Duba...

Dallas Observer · Aug 13, 2026

We've told you who is stopping by North Texas this year, and now we're telling you who is not. Life is all about balance, right?

Potential tuberculosis exposure at an Irving ISD high school has Dallas County Health & Human Services recommending all returning students get tested.

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 14, 2026

Texas 7 escapee Randy Halperin marries ahead of new Dallas trial

Randy Halperin, a Texas 7 prison escapee awaiting a new Dallas County trial for the 2000 murder of an Irving police officer, attended a status hearing on Friday where his new wife was also present....

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 14, 2026

Texas 7 escapee Randy Halprin marries ahead of new Dallas trial

Randy Halprin, a Texas 7 prison escapee awaiting a new Dallas County trial for the 2000 murder of an Irving police officer, attended a status hearing on Friday where his new wife was also present....

Man charged with arson after fire forces 24 from Dallas apartments

A man is accused of setting fire to his Dallas apartment after a domestic dispute, sparking a blaze that consumed the building and displaced 24 people, including 11 children, according to Dallas Fire-Rescue. The fire broke out Thursday night at the Buena Vista Apartments on Altoo...

NBC5 DFW · Aug 14, 2026

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 15, 2026

DFW Airport abandons plan to add more Islamic foot-washing stations after Abbott threat

Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport says it will no longer consider adding more Islamic foot-washing stations after Texas Gov. Greg Abbott threatened to pull funding due to “illegal religious discrimination."...

From battle to beauty, DMA exhibit explores the art of Japanese metalwork

What do the swords of the samurai have in common with cloisonné enameling? Samurai to the Imperial Court: Japanese Metalwork, an exhibition on view at the Dallas Museum of Art through Sept. 6, investigates the inventiveness and craftsmanship of Japanese metalwork. “ Samurai to th...

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 16, 2026

Man charged with arson after apartment fire displaces 24

A man was charged with arson after Dallas Fire Rescue investigators said he started a fire in his apartment after a domestic dispute.

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 13, 2026

Denton County Summer Questions: Surveying the area’s football landscape, district powerhouses and more

The end of one chapter gives way to the start of another, and such is the case as teams around the state begin preparations for the 2026-27 school year....

Dallas Weekly · Aug 13, 2026

Wings Find a Way as Bueckers’ Second-Half Surge Helps Dallas Complete Toronto Sweep

The Dallas Wings did not have their full roster Wednesday night. They did not get their best basketball for all four quarters, either. Despite all of that, they found a way to win. Dallas held off the Toronto Tempo 94-88 in front of a sold-out crowd at College Park Center, improv...

Dallas Weekly · Aug 13, 2026

Mavericks’ 2026-27 Schedule Features Tough Start, Marquee Matchups

After months of anticipation, the Dallas Mavericks now know the road ahead for the 2026-27 season. The NBA unveiled its 2026-27 regular-season schedule Thursday, revealing a challenging opening stretch, several marquee matchups and another year of national exposure as Dallas begi...

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 16, 2026

Suspect arrested after Northwest Dallas security guard violently injured, left in roadway

A security guard was critically injured Saturday night after being severely beaten outside a Dallas business, authorities said.

University of Dallas basketball team heads to London after $60K travel setback

After months of uncertainty and a fundraising push to overcome a loss of more than $60,000 , the University of Dallas men’s basketball team is headed to London. According to the school, the team left Thursday and will play its first game in London Saturday. The trip was thrown in...

DFW Airport scraps proposed Muslim washing stations after public scrutiny

Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is dropping plans to install washing stations for Muslim travelers in Terminal D after accelerating its review of the proposal amid increased public attention. The proposed stations were intended to allow Muslim travelers to perform wudu, a...

What's inside the new high-tech fire station at Dallas Love Field

A new state-of-the-art firefighting facility will help protect passengers at Dallas Love Field using advanced technology. The city and airport held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Station 21. The 33,400-square-foot building replaces one built in the 1960s. “It’s safe to say...

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 16, 2026

McKinney Boyd shines in runner-up finish at Grapevine Volleyfest; Plano East, Walnut Grove win tourneys

The McKinney Boyd volleyball team has its sights on a bounce-back year after falling short of a sixth consecutive playoff berth last season.

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 17, 2026

Arlington police officer injured in Dallas shooting

An off-duty Arlington police officer was injured during a shooting in Dallas.

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 16, 2026

Eagle Cawffee sets sights on opening a coffee shop on Fry Street and a matcha bar off the Square

Eagle Cawffee is expecting to open a brick-and-mortar location on Avenue A and a matcha bar called Malibu Matcha on Mulberry Street in the next few months....

Dallas police expand AI camera presence, say they won’t use facial recognition

A DPD representative said that while the cameras come equipped with facial recognition capabilities, they don't plan to use it.

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 17, 2026

Man hospitalized after shooting on John W. Carpenter Freeway service road

A man was hospitalized after being shot multiple times early Monday morning along a service road in northwest Dallas, police said.

Ceci Ceci pops on ‘La Burbuja,’ her most personal work yet

The Dallas-based Nicaraguan singer-songwriter's first single from her debut album explores what it means to outgrow a place you once called home.

For college students, a school’s state politics can matter as much as its academics

Students are looking beyond the usual admissions rankings and tuition prices to consider whether a campus — and the state its in — reflects the rights and values they need to feel safe....

Dallas Weekly · Aug 17, 2026

Von Miller Returns Home, Joins Cowboys for 15th NFL Season

The Dallas Cowboys have signed veteran outside linebacker Von Miller, one of the NFL’s most accomplished pass rushers. Miller, 37, is a native of DeSoto and will be entering his 15th season in the NFL with Dallas on a one-year deal. Credit: Via DeSoto ISD He played last season wi...

BTS rounded up the troops and two-stepped their way through Texas at sold-out shows

Before this weekend, the BTS ARMY was waiting eight long years for the K-pop boy band to return. They came, they saw and they conquered the hearts of North Texans....

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 17, 2026

Dallas man charged in off-duty officer-involved shooting; arrest affidavit released

A Dallas man faces a second-degree felony charge after allegedly shooting an off-duty Arlington police officer during a meeting early Sunday morning, according to police records....

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth · Aug 16, 2026

Twisted Root closes original Deep Ellum location after 20 years

An original co-founder, Jason Boso, says it's sad to see this one 'go by the wayside.'

5 Talk Street: Texas Wesleyan NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · Aug 16, 2026

Dallas weather: Heat, fire danger plague North Texas

Dallas weather: Heat, fire danger plague North Texas FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth

Trump is bulldozing the site of a Texas massacre. It’s time to remember Porvenir

Closer to home, the Texas Rangers continue to take part in the whitewashing and glorification of a violent, racist past

How is deli meat made?

As kids head back to school, we look at the food science behind the turkey, ham and other cold cuts in their lunch

Gucci Mane was reportedly kidnapped in Dallas in January. An arrest was made in April, and an album from the alleged kidnapper was released this month. Here's your TL;DR....

Dallas Innovates · Aug 18, 2026

Cedar Hill Turning Vacant Downtown Lot into Temporary Park to Showcase Site’s Potential

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. What do you do with a vacant downtown lot? The City of Cedar Hill has ideas. In a unique approach to economic development, the city is turning a vacant downtown lot into an interim park. The goal is to showcase...

Dallas Innovates · Aug 18, 2026

Dallas-Fort Worth Dethrones Virginia as the World’s Top Data Center Market

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth now reigns as the king of the global data center market, a new report shows. The report, published by commercial real estate services provider Cushman & Wakefield, ranks DFW as the world’s No....

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 18, 2026

Dallas County leaders honor Oak Cliff apartment explosion victim Sylvia Collins

Dallas County leaders honored Sylvia Collins, one of three people killed in a May Oak Cliff apartment explosion, for her decades of local activism.

Czech That Film Texas is bringing an award-winning thriller and community to Dallas

"Waves" is all about the role journalists played in promoting and defending free speech in the face of authoritarianism. Sound familiar?

Dallas Innovates · Aug 18, 2026

Irving-Based Celanese Partners With Hong Kong’s VIGOR to Develop Lightweight Plastic Joints for Humanoid Robots

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Irving-based Celanese Corp., a specialty materials and chemical company, has teamed up with Hong Kong-based VIGOR Precision Ltd., a manufacturer of plastic gears, to develop lightweight plastic joints for human...

Community Impact · Aug 18, 2026

PREVIEW: 143-acre Venetian village headed to Prosper planning commission Community Impact

FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · Aug 18, 2026

Over 50 arrested in North Texas World Cup human trafficking sting

Over 50 arrested in North Texas World Cup human trafficking sting FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth

Apply Now: Opportunities for North Texas Innovators

Pay your final respects to a neighborhood institution, then pull up a chair at these three classic local staples.

Fort Worth-Based Ranchbot Closes $15M Series B, Establishes U.S. Holding Company to Advance ‘The Technology Layer for the Modern Ranch’

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Fort Worth-based agtech company Ranchbot , which provides remote satellite-anchored, water-monitoring technology for livestock producers, raised more than $15 million in a Series B funding round. In conjunction...

Patented: Scottish Rite’s Magnetically Released Suture Anchor and 108 More Inventions Across North Texas

Home and Auto Labs at New Allstate Claims University in Dallas Replicate Real-Life Situations to Teach Claims Professionals

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. At a new training center in Dallas, claims professionals from insurance giant Allstate Corp. can now immerse themselves in real-world scenarios policyholders face. Two labs at the 33,000-square-foot Allstate Cl...

Say hello to the Dallas Observer’s new multimedia reporter, Hannah Everett

We think our readers are really going to appreciate what Hannah has to offer.

Fort Worth-Based Ranchbot Closes $15M Series B, Establishes U.S. Holding Company to Advance ‘The Technology Layer for the Modern Ranch’

Dallas authors will take over Half Price Books for a day of discovery this weekend

Crawls are best when they don't come with hangovers. This Saturday, the free Local Author Crawl comes books, signings and a scavenger hunt.

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 19, 2026

Dallas proposes dropping PPO health plan for employees

The city of Dallas could eliminate its Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) health plan for employees, including police and firefighters, to avoid a $10 million budget deficit and massive premium hikes....

Broadwing Capital Management Closes Oversubscribed $440M Fund

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Dallas-based Broadwing Capital Management LLC, a private equity firm targeting lower-middle-market manufacturers and service providers, closed its inaugural Broadwing Capital Fund I LP. The $440 million fundrai...

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. The National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation recently tapped former tech executive and Army veteran Troy Bertram as CEO to spearhead its next chapter of growth. The National Medal of Honor Museum, which opened...

Astromech Raises $20M for Next Phase of Bringing AI to Evolutionary Biology

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Astromech, the evolutionary biology AI company that spun out of Colossal Biosciences, has closed an additional $20 million in funding. To date, the company has raised $60 million and reports its valuation at $3...

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 20, 2026

Dallas man indicted in alleged $20 million bank and wire fraud scheme

A federal grand jury has indicted a 41-year-old Dallas man for allegedly executing a long-running, multi-million dollar bank and wire fraud scheme that defrauded financial institutions and private lenders out of more than $20 million....

Dallas Observer · Aug 20, 2026

Why Tiffany Derry’s Shef Food + Wine is the single best culinary festival in North Texas

Shef Food + Wine is back for its third annual culinary celebration with the country’s most celebrated talents.

Broadwing Capital Management Closes Oversubscribed $440M Fund

Dallas Weekly · Aug 20, 2026

Black Dallas Leadership Celebrated at 42Nd Quest for Success

For more than four decades, the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce has used its annual Quest for Success Awards to recognize Black entrepreneurs, nonprofit executives and civic leaders whose impact extends beyond their organizations and into the communities they serve. On Thursday,...

Dallas Observer · Aug 20, 2026

One last howl: Fort Worth’s Coyote Drive-In is closing

The final screening at the Coyote Drive-In in Fort Worth will be "Coyote v. Acme," on Sept. 7. Poignant.

Kimberly-Clark Looks Past Trees for Future Paper Products

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Irving-based consumer goods giant Kimberly-Clark Corp. patented a technology platform that transforms plant fibers from hesperaloe, a drought-tolerant succulent, into sustainable material. The process of conver...

Medal of Honor Museum Foundation Names Troy Bertram as CEO

Dallas News · Aug 20, 2026

How the Rangers plan to use DH spot for 'load management' in certain scenarios

How the Rangers plan to use DH spot for 'load management' in certain scenarios Dallas News

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 20, 2026

FIFA Fan Fest success could bring more events to Fair Park

Dallas leaders pointed to the success the city had hosting FIFA Fan Fest this summer as a key reason more events could be held at Fair Park in the future....

Community Impact · Aug 20, 2026

7th Avenue opening at Legacy West moved to end of August

7th Avenue opening at Legacy West moved to end of August Community Impact

Community Impact · Aug 21, 2026

Only Deals shuts down in Richardson

Only Deals shuts down in Richardson Community Impact

BMW Dallas Marathon registration surges as race weekend nears

BMW Dallas Marathon registration surges as race weekend nears CBS News

CBS News · Aug 20, 2026

Texas AFL-CIO · Aug 19, 2026

Texas Woman’s and Dallas Trinity FC launch partnership

Texas Woman’s and Dallas Trinity FC launch partnership Texas Woman's University

Dallas: Alliance AFT's OrganizED - All In for November Texas AFL-CIO

Dallas News · Aug 19, 2026

Hot take: Did State Fair of Texas judges pick the wrong food favorites?

Hot take: Did State Fair of Texas judges pick the wrong food favorites? Dallas News

Defamation claims against disgraced former Gateway Church pastor dismissed

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 18, 2026

Go Industries Expands Winch Grille Guards Line With Heavy Duty Commercial Grade Systems

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 18, 2026

Service Experts Continues Franchise Growth with Colorado Front Range Expansion

Experienced Business Builders Select Proven HVAC Platform for Three-Territory Development

Dallas Observer · Aug 21, 2026

Longtime Dallas contemporary art gallery gets a fresh name and new owner

The 34-year-old gallery formerly known as Craighead Green will continue as Bardin Gallery.

Dallas Observer · Aug 21, 2026

CORRECTION: Kid Rock is the biggest douchebag of all time

We mistakenly reported Kid Rock was the No. 3 ranking douchebag, but after he posted a 1,230 word tweet about me, he's taken the top slot forever.

Community Impact · Aug 21, 2026

Denton Arts & Jazz Fest unveils full lineup for its 35th year

Meet the 2026 headliners, new additions and the free festival's full lineup.

Burlington to downsize Richardson location, make space for other retail Community Impact

Community Impact · Aug 21, 2026

$1.1M distribution line replacement to take place in Old Shepard Place, Prairie Creek, Post Oak and Kimberlea Estates neighborhoods

$1.1M distribution line replacement to take place in Old Shepard Place, Prairie Creek, Post Oak and Kimberlea Estates neighborhoods Community Impact

FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · Aug 21, 2026

Dallas Shooting: 1 dead, 1 injured at apartment complex FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth

Dallas Weekly · Aug 22, 2026

The 6th Annual Roland Parrish Celebrity Golf Tournament Continues a Legacy of Giving

Roland Parrish has invested in students, schools and communities throughout North Texas and across the country for many years. Throughout his business career, he’s found success and used it to give back. Much of Parrish’s giving has come through his namesake foundation, which has...

Dallas Weekly · Aug 21, 2026

Wings Turn Milestone Night Into Statement Win Over Fever

The Dallas Wings needed answers. Several of their stars answered simultaneously. Arike Ogunbowale scored a season-high 32 points and moved past 5,000 career points, Jessica Shepard finished with a career-high 26 and Awak Kuier set a franchise record with seven blocks as Dallas be...

Dallas Weekly · Aug 21, 2026

When the Room Spoke Back: What My First NABJ Convention Taught Me About the Weight of Black Storytelling

I arrived in Atlanta for my first National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Convention thinking about opportunity. Who would I meet in real life? What could I learn? What doors might open by being surrounded by other journalists, publicists, producers, executives and story...

Dallas Observer · Aug 22, 2026

Benson Boone flipped his way through a delightful show in Dallas on Friday

When he flipped, we flipped, and you probaly would've flipped — figuratively, on our part.

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 23, 2026

Dallas police investigate Deep Ellum shooting that left three injured

A 23-year-old man faces multiple felony charges following an overnight shooting in Deep Ellum that left three people injured, Dallas police said Sunday....

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth · Aug 22, 2026

Two killed in early morning single-vehicle crash in Far North Dallas

Two people were killed early Sunday morning in a single-vehicle crash on Frankford Road in Far North Dallas.

Order barbecue like BTS: McKinney restaurant shares j-hope visit details NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

CBS Texas partners with Ashley, Dallas Cowboys for book drive to benefit campus

CBS Texas partners with Ashley, Dallas Cowboys for book drive to benefit campus CBS News

CBS News · Aug 22, 2026

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 24, 2026

Jury selection began Monday in Dallas for Kewon White, the alleged gunman charged with capital murder in the 2020 I-35 shooting of rapper MO3 as part of an alleged murder-for-hire plot orchestrated by rival rapper Yella Beezy....

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 23, 2026

Allen wins 4th straight Texas Open; Prestonwood, Hebron, Boyd continue impressive starts

ALLEN – This year’s edition of the Allen Texas Open featured three nationally ranked volleyball programs among its 32-team field, and for the fourth straight year, it was the hosts who reigned supreme....

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 22, 2026

Broadway Broadcasting’s 2026 Telly Award-Winning 5th Row Center …with Roma Torre Returns for Season Two

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 22, 2026

McKinney North talented in the trenches, eying postseason return after rare miss

Streaks are made to be broken, and after nine straight years of punching its ticket to the playoffs, McKinney North fell one spot short last season.

Texas judge denies Karmelo Anthony's request for new trial in deadly stabbing at track meet PBS

PBS · Aug 23, 2026

Dallas News · Aug 23, 2026

Carol Echols Touchstone

Carol Echols Touchstone Dallas News

Fort Worth Star-Telegram · Aug 23, 2026

8 new starting QBs in Dallas-area Texas high school football to watch in 2026

8 new starting QBs in Dallas-area Texas high school football to watch in 2026 Dallas News

In new ‘Lioness’ episode: Dallas restaurant, Fort Worth airport and more Fort Worth Star-Telegram

The Business Journals · Aug 24, 2026

Magnifica Air eyes DFW Airport for luxury 'private service' flights

Magnifica Air eyes DFW Airport for luxury 'private service' flights The Business Journals

Dallas Observer · Aug 25, 2026

‘It’s going to brutally impact them’: How imported beef could devastate North Texas cattle ranches

A cattle rancher at the Decatur Livestock Auction explains how Trump's policy on imported beef has already hit local ranchers.

Cowboys' Shiyazh Pete reflects on ‘surreal' support from Navajo fans

Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Shiyazh Pete said the standing ovation he received from Navajo fans after Saturday night’s preseason game was a moment he’ll never forget. Pete, the first member of the Navajo Nation to sign an NFL contract, saw flags, jerseys and faces from his co...

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 25, 2026

MO3 Murder: Jury seated in Dallas rapper murder-for-hire trial

Jury selection continues in Dallas for Kewon White, the alleged gunman in the 2020 murder of rapper MO3, which prosecutors say was orchestrated by rival rapper Yella Beezy....

Irving-Based Michaels Brings 3D, AR to Custom Framing

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. The Michaels Cos. Inc., an Irving-based arts and crafts retailer, turned to 3D and augmented reality technology to modernize its picture-framing business. Michaels said its new 3D- and AR-supported frame builde...

Dallas-Fort Worth Ranks Among Top Metros for Tech Talent Growth and AI Hiring

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth already enjoys a reputation as a financial services hub on the rise. Now, the North Texas tech sector could make a case for sharing the Y’all Street spotlight. A new report from Dallas-based c...

Dallas Observer · Aug 25, 2026

As evictions rise, Dallas may cut an advocacy program it failed to fund last year

The city's budget trouble continues to show itself in many important ways.

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 25, 2026

Dallas police officer fired for evading arrest in prostitution case

Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux terminated Sr. Cpl. Joshua Gonzalez following allegations he evaded arrest in a city vehicle during an October prostitution investigation near Harry Hines Boulevard....

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Every minute counts when a donor organ is being transported for a transplant surgery. Historically, donor organs — usually stored on ice in coolers — have a limited window before they become unusable. Dr. Irina...

SMU’s Maguire Ethics Center Lands Nearly $500K for Character Programs

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Southern Methodist University in University Park will use a nearly $500,000 grant to establish a program that weaves character development into undergraduate education. SMU’s Cary M. Maguire Center for Ethics a...

Dallas-Fort Worth Ranks Among Top Metros for Tech Talent Growth and AI Hiring

Schottenheimer talks position battles, undefeated preseason, and Oxnard camp

The Dallas Cowboys have returned from four weeks of training camp in Oxnard, CA. Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer is pleased with the undefeated preseason start. “I love the play style. I really felt that we went into the game wanting to play hard no matter who was out there, firs...

Police investigating shooting at Camp Wisdom DART Station in Oak Cliff

DART and Dallas police are investigating a shooting at a DART station in Oak Cliff. DART police will lead the investigation. DART tells NBC 5 the incident was reported around 5 p.m. One person was hospitalized in stable condition, according to DART; another sustained a minor inju...

Dallas estimates $1.8M security cost for the upcoming Republican National Convention

Dallas officials estimate police security for the upcoming Republican National Convention could cost $1.8 million as the city explores reimbursement options....

Dallas Police are investigating a shooting and a pedestrian crash

Dallas Police are investigating a shooting and a pedestrian crash that was reported around 8:30 p.m. Tuesday on West Virginia Drive. Police found a person hit by a car. They later found the driver of the vehicle, a woman who had been shot. It’s unclear who shot her or what led up...

Dallas Wings clinch final playoff spot with win over Portland

Paige Bueckers had 22 points and 11 assists; Jessica Shepard added 21 points, nine rebounds and six assists, and the Dallas Wings beat the Portland Fire 96-78 on Tuesday night to clinch the final WNBA playoff spot. Dallas (23-16), which is headed to the playoffs for the first tim...

Australian accountancy firms are offering much more then just tax services, and for good reason.

"As automation and AI absorb routine compliance work, practices across Australia are expanding into advisory, lending, financial planning and coaching. Newcastle-based 123 Financial Group is one example of the multi-service model reshaping the profession."From Number-Crunchers to...

‘Why won’t they leave me alone?’: 83-year-old retired real estate agent fights order to return to Dallas from Colorado WFAA

WFAA · Aug 25, 2026

Parents are giving up green card fights to get their kids out of immigrant jail

As children languish in detention, a federal judge sics an independent watchdog on ICE.

In the era of vouchers, school districts are trying their best to reel in new students

North Texas districts are now advertising for their lives amid campus closures and vanishing enrollment.

Lane closures on IH-35E following auto-pedestrian crash

Several lanes are closed on Interstate 35E at Hi Line Drive following a crash on Wednesday morning. According to the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to a major crash at approximately 5 a.m. Officials said the crash involved a pedestrian who was hit by an ...

NBC5 DFW · Aug 26, 2026

Dallas activists say they’re ‘not scared’ as security questions remain for Republican convention

Federal agencies will have a presence, and organizers are still wrangling with the city for a permit.

Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash on I-35E in Dallas

Dallas police are searching for a driver who fled the scene after fatally striking a pedestrian on northbound Interstate 35E near Oak Lawn Avenue early Wednesday morning....

Marcus leaning on defense early as young offense gets up to speed

After a run of five consecutive playoff appearances, Marcus has been the odd man out in the 5-6A postseason chase the past two years – coming off back-to-back fifth-place finishes and respective records of 6-4 and 5-4....

Hebron leaning on veteran QB to acclimate overall young offense

The Hawks have turned a corner over the past two seasons under head coach John Towels III, qualifying for the playoffs both years and making a run to the regional semifinals during their 2024 campaign....

Audit: Texas Education Agency bureaucracy expands under Abbott

(The Center Square) – The Texas Education Agency expanded its bureaucracy and managers wages increased by 64% under Gov. Greg Abbott and his appointed TEA commissioner, Mike Morath, according to a new state audit report....

Thrust Flight Takes Its Pilot Training East in Hampton University Partnership

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Addison-based Thrust Flight, a provider of aviation training, teamed up with Hampton University in Virginia to teach the next generation of pilots. A new aviation campus near Newport News/Williamsburg Internati...

AI Cybersecurity Boom Pushes TrendAI Past $1B in Sales on AWS Marketplace

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Buoyed by the AI-in-cybersecurity boom, TrendAI, whose U.S. headquarters is in Irving, just hit a monetary milestone in a prominent software marketplace. TrendAI, the AI cybersecurity business of Japanese cyber...

Why some THC drinks are still legal in Texas — and what it means for Dallas craft brewers

It’s almost impossible to keep up with which THC products are legal in Texas. Luckily, for infused beverage fans, many are still on shelves. For now, at least....

Student Team Engineers Improved Method to Transport Thoracic Donor Organs

Dallas County confirms measles case with 3 locations for exposure

Dallas County health officials confirmed a measles case and identified three potential exposure locations in Allen, Fairview, and Frisco earlier this month....

Dallas Weekly · Aug 25, 2026

Raising Cane’s Returns to Its Roots for 30th Anniversary

Baton Rouge, La. – Raising Cane’s kicked off its 30th birthday celebration Tuesday by heading back to its beginnings and opening a pop-up museum next to The Mothership near LSU that shines a light on everything its owner and founder, Todd Graves, went through to launch the origin...

Dallas Weekly · Aug 25, 2026

Wings Clinch First Playoff Berth Since 2023 With Win Over Portland

One season removed from posting the WNBA’s worst record, the Dallas Wings are headed to the playoffs. Paige Bueckers finished Tuesday’s win with 22 points and 11 assists, Jessica Shepard added 21 points and Awak Kuier dominated on both ends of the floor as the Wings defeated the ...

Trackdown: East Oak Cliff homicide suspect takes off on foot after convenience store shooting

A June shooting in East Oak Cliff left a man dead, and Dallas Police are searching for a suspect who took off on foot.

Builders FirstSource Teams Up With AI Startup Digs on ‘Digital Twin’ Platform for Homes

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Irving-based Builders FirstSource and Vancouver, Washington-based startup Digs plan to build an AI-equipped platform that generates a “digital twin” of a home. Builders FirstSource, a supplier of building produ...

After 50 years, Smokey John’s revamps its brisket game

In addition to a shiny new smoker, the owners have changed they way they trim briskets allowing for more offerings.

Patented: BuzzBallz’s Pop-Top Cocktail Container and 158 More Inventions Across North Texas

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. BuzzBallz LLC, the Carrollton company that built a national ready-to-drink cocktail brand around a hand-sized plastic sphere, received a patent for a container that pairs a plastic body with a metal pop-top lid...

Thrust Flight Takes Its Pilot Training East in Hampton University Partnership

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 28, 2026

Thieves keep targeting same East Dallas blocks & vehicles; ‘Nothing left to steal'

Follow live updates as testimony begins in the murder-for-hire trial of Kewon White, the gunman who was allegedly hired by Dallas rapper Yella Beezy to kill rival rapper MO3 in 2020....

Why abortion opponents are turning their attention to banning surrogacy

Surrogacy has largely escaped the political fight over reproductive rights. Now, anti-abortion activists see an opening to restrict the practice in Texas and across the country....

2 top local high school football recruits transfer, UIL decision looms large

Are Texas laws making top athletes want to leave the state before they get to college?

Dallas Innovates · Aug 27, 2026

Lyda Hill Philanthropies, TAMEST Award $1M More to Six Texas Researchers

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 28, 2026

Downtown Dallas crash sends 4 to the hospital

Four people were hospitalized Thursday night following a multi-vehicle crash at Main and North Akard streets in Downtown Dallas, where one vehicle hit a tree....

Tutto Gustoso brings proper Italian to growing Allen restaurant scene

We have a fantastic cioppino to tell you about — and why this Italian spot should be atop your list of places to try.

Federal presence, road closures planned for Dallas Trump convention

The event is expected to draw over 20,000 attendees, including Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.

Routines and relationships are critical to a successful school year explains Communities in Schools

Schools across North Texas are in full swing, and a non-profit focused on helping kids succeed explains why routines and relationships are critical for children. Communities in Schools of the Dallas Region started in 1985 and, over the last 41 years, has provided services to kids...

NBC5 DFW · Aug 28, 2026

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 28, 2026

More places to play in Plano: Surge Esports hosts grand opening

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 28, 2026

Flower Mound earns statement win with last-minute heroics vs. McKinney Boyd

MCKINNEY -- With 1:27 remaining in the game, the McKinney Boyd football team looked poised to open the 2026 season with a win on their home turf at McKinney ISD Stadium Thursday evening....

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 27, 2026

Kidcreate Studio Debuts Kidcreate Academy, a New National Standard for Children's Art Education

Progressive, year-round curriculum transforms children's creativity into lasting artistic confidence and skill

Dallas Stars won’t host a Pride Night for the first time in years

The heated rivalry in question is now between the Stars and some fans.

Seryn’s new ‘Limitless’ single turns fatherhood into a battle cry

Seryn returns with "Limitless," out Aug. 28. Trenton Wheeler and Nathan Allen talk fatherhood, their Denton beginnings and the raw new songs on the horizon....

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 28, 2026

Church in Ferris narrowly misses major damage from Dallas County grass fire

A grass fire in Dallas County came within several dozen yards of a Baptist church in Ferris, but miraculously, the church sustained no structural damage....

DART train collides with pedestrian vehicle near Buckner station

Dallas Fire-Rescue (DFR) reportedly called in a crash between a DART train and a passenger vehicle at the intersection of Jim Miller Road and CF Hawn Freeway near the Buckner station. Buckner is DART’s most southeastern stop. The crash happened around 6:40 p.m. A DFR rescue unit ...

NBC5 DFW · Aug 28, 2026

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 29, 2026

McKinney North rallies past McKinney in tight contest

McKINNEY – The McKinney North football team scored two touchdowns late in the fourth quarter to secure a 31-24 come-from-behind victory over McKinney on Friday at McKinney ISD Stadium....

Dallas Weekly · Aug 29, 2026

Where Connection Takes Root: I’m New Here Dallas Creates Space for Sisterhood and Community

By Reagan Elam | Dallas Weekly Culture Contributor The Connection’s annual gathering brought together Dallas newcomers and longtime residents for conversations, connections and a clearer sense of belonging. For people new to Dallas, building a life in the city can require more th...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth · Aug 27, 2026

New York Stock Exchange opens Texas branch in Dallas NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Aug 30, 2026

Firefighters contain 10-acre grass fire in Dallas County’s Sand Branch area

Firefighters from multiple North Texas agencies brought a 10-acre grass fire in Dallas County's Sand Branch area under control with no injuries reported, though the cause of the blaze remains unknown....

Dallas Shooting: 1 man killed at apartment complex, suspect arrested

North Texas Chiropractor Missing After Deadly Grand Canyon Flash Flood Dallas Express

EXEC: On Brand Opens Store in Dallas, Texas, its 16th in the U.S. Market SGB Media

SGB Media · Aug 29, 2026

Dallas police defend use of Flock cameras amid privacy concerns

Dallas police defend use of Flock cameras amid privacy concerns CBS News

CBS News · Aug 29, 2026

Dallas Observer · Aug 31, 2026

The new Butthole Surfers documentary is a story of Dallas in punk’s clothing

‘Butthole Surfers: The Hole Truth and Nothing Butt’ traces Gibby Haynes from Mr. Peppermint's son to punk icon.

Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas · Aug 31, 2026

Major crash on I-75 in Dallas leaves two cars overturned

Major crash on I-75 in Dallas leaves two cars overturned FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth

Texas manufacturing activity accelerates as outlooks improve further Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas

dallasnews.com · Aug 31, 2026

Texas native Kacey Musgraves pays tribute to Dolly Parton in tour performance

Texas native Kacey Musgraves pays tribute to Dolly Parton in tour performance dallasnews.com

Dallas Wings Community Foundation Host 2nd Annual Kicks for a Cause

Co-authored by Rashad Miller & SiSi Encarnacion Dallas Wings fans, players and staff sported their flyest sneakers last Friday night as they gathered to celebrate the Dallas Wings Community Foundation. During its second annual Kicks for a Cause fundraiser on Aug. 28 at the Astori...

Dallas and Fort Worth leaders prepare to make plan to close budget deficits WFAA

Dallas firefighters battling fire at Studio Movie Grill along North Central Expressway WFAA

WFAA · Aug 31, 2026

August restaurant closures: Deep Ellum, Uptown and Richardson lose longtime staples

Summer ended and left behind over 100 years of Dallas dining history.

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Sep 1, 2026

Suspect charged with murder in Pleasant Grove shooting, victim identified

Brian Loyless, 41, faces a murder charge in the fatal shooting of Milton Colocho on Bruton Road in Pleasant Grove, Dallas police say.

Worth the drive: 6 hidden gem restaurants in Fort Worth

Chilaquiles, chicken and dumplings and Thai food make for a diverse list of restaurants in Fort Worth.

Take a peek into what the Republicans will discuss at their Dallas convention

Next week the GOP will host the first-of-its-kind midterm convention. Want to know what's on the agenda?

Old Pizza Testa space reborn: Goodwins’ team brings Lake Como and spice to Lower Greenville

The team behind Goodwins and Alamo Club reveals details on Corsaire, taking over a beloved neighborhood spot with custom baking, bold spices, and coastal Italian patio energy....

Dallas Weekly · Sep 1, 2026

An Introduction to Mayoral Candidate Michael Hinojosa

14 months out from the November 2027 election, Dr. Michael Hinojosa is the first candidate to join the race for Dallas’ top office. The 42-year education veteran has also begun sharing his plans for a hypothetical term as the city’s 61st mayor. A proud Mexican-American, Michael H...

WeInfuse Marks 10th Anniversary With Triple-Digit Growth and a Partnership Playbook

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Ten years after its launch, Dallas- and Austin-based medical software provider WeInfuse has climbed to its highest-ever ranking on the Inc. 5000. Part of the growth equation: lean on partnerships to incorporate...

9 things to do in Dallas before summer ends, according to your vibe

It might still feel like summer until October, but you've only got a few more days to enjoy things like public pools and Drunk Shakespeare.

NuKudo Opens Cybersecurity Training Center in Plano, Enrolls First 15 Students

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Workforce development, training and staffing company nuKudo recently opened an office and cybersecurity training center in Plano to help produce the next crop of specialists in the fast-growing field. Dean Gefe...

WeInfuse Marks 10th Anniversary With Triple-Digit Growth and a Partnership Playbook

Former Meta Exec Buys 2 VIO Med Spa Locations in North Texas, Plans Expansion

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. After six years as a product marketing leader at Meta Platforms Inc., Joseph Luchenta recently shifted his focus from social media to spas. This summer, Luchenta acquired the McKinney and Richardson locations o...

NuKudo Opens Cybersecurity Training Center in Plano, Enrolls First 15 Students

Dallas Weekly · Sep 1, 2026

The ‘Forever Champion’ Athena Brings Record-Setting ROH Title Reign Back Home to North Texas

Athena built the foundation of her professional wrestling career close to home. Two decades after she began training, the Garland native returns to North Texas as the longest-reigning champion in Ring of Honor history. First, however, All Elite Wrestling star Athena wanted to int...

Sip without sacrifice: Place to imbibe without the booze in Dallas

Thanks to many creative drinks around Dallas, we don't have to get buzzed to go out.

Community Impact · Sep 1, 2026

Original ChopShop sets Richardson opening date

Original ChopShop sets Richardson opening date Community Impact

Community Impact · Sep 1, 2026

Education software company PowerSchool to expand in Plano

Education software company PowerSchool to expand in Plano Community Impact

Community Impact · Sep 1, 2026

UT Dallas opens new business school building, nears completion on additional facilities

UT Dallas opens new business school building, nears completion on additional facilities Community Impact

Community Impact · Aug 27, 2026

Legacy ER and Urgent Care in Allen joins Methodist Richardson health care system

Legacy ER and Urgent Care in Allen joins Methodist Richardson health care system Community Impact

Dallas Weekly · Sep 1, 2026

Texas Legislator Venton Jones Celebrates Marriage to Partner Gregory Scott

tate Rep. Venton Jones and Gregory D. Scott Jr. exchange rings during their wedding ceremony. The couple’s marriage follows Jones’ proposal to Scott on the floor of the Texas House of Representatives and marks what Jones called a commitment to “build our lives, our family, and ou...

Cafe camping: How to kill the mood one latte at a time

Third spaces are essential community spaces — so long as we can all be good campers.

Patented: Nanoscope Instruments’ Low-Vision Function Test and 134 More Inventions Across North Texas

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Bedford-based Nanoscope Instruments Inc. received a patent for a system that measures how much usable vision a patient has left by tracking how they move through a space and handle objects. Nanoscope Instrument...

Demolishing City Hall would continue the city’s erasure of its civil rights history

Dallas leaders might destroy a public square where history was made, injustices addressed and the powerful were warned.

Star Local Media Richardson · Aug 31, 2026

Former Meta Exec Buys 2 VIO Med Spa Locations in North Texas, Plans Expansion

VIO Med Spa Expands Dallas Footprint as Former Meta Executive Acquires Two Locations and Signs for Prosper

Ranking every Kelly Clarkson album

With 'The Kelly Clarkson Show' ending this week, we decided to revisit the Burleson native's catalog in hopes that we'll soon have another album to add to this list....

Last-Mile Delivery Provider GOFO Doubles DFW Capacity Ahead of Holiday Shipping Crush

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Even though the calendar just flipped to September, last-mile delivery provider GOFO Inc. has already expanded its Lewisville hub to better handle the holiday shopping season. GOFO said it recently added a roug...

Zac Posen for Gap is only in 20 stores worldwide, and Dallas has one of them

The 20-piece line designed by high-fashion atelier and creative director of Gap Inc., Zac Posen, is available at the NorthPark store.

At Dallas’ TestFit, AI Assistants Can Now Direct Real Estate Feasibility Studies

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Dallas-based property tech company TestFit Inc. recently enabled the use of third-party AI tools to help evaluate and plan real estate projects. On TestFit’s feasibility platform, an AI assistant like Claude or...

Patented: Nanoscope Instruments’ Low-Vision Function Test and 134 More Inventions Across North Texas

FOX 4 (KDFW) · Sep 2, 2026

Grass fires burn along highways in Dallas and Denton counties

Multiple grass fires were sparked along Highway 114 in Justin and Highway 161 in Grand Prairie on Wednesday afternoon.

First Look: The new ‘Resident Evil’ movie might be a perfect video game adaptation

Dallas was one of three cities to host a special preview of the first 30 minutes of the upcoming horror film, followed by an AMA with writer/director Zach Cregger....

South Dallas Nonprofit Bonton Farms Will Open Its First Airport Store at DFW

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Arriving soon at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport: a store selling goods from South Dallas nonprofit Bonton Farms. The Bonton Farms store will open this fall near Gate A17 in DFW’s Terminal A. It’s part ...

Last-Mile Delivery Provider GOFO Doubles DFW Capacity Ahead of Holiday Shipping Crush

At Dallas’ TestFit, AI Assistants Can Now Guide Real Estate Feasibility Studies

Emmitt Smith accused of fraud in lawsuit over $2.5M Texas solar deal

Former Dallas Cowboys star Emmitt Smith and several of his business partners are accused in a new civil lawsuit of misleading a tribal economic development entity into providing $2.5 million for a Texas solar project, then using the money for a different purpose. A lawsuit was fi...

NBC5 DFW · Sep 2, 2026

AI agents can pay. voidpay is building what lets them hire.

x402 gives software a native way to pay. voidpay is building what lets agents privately hire for a result: sealed work, a rule fixed before the job starts, completion checked by machine, and payment that settles from the buyer's wallet when the rule passes....

Voidly · Sep 3, 2026

Dallas News · Sep 1, 2026

‘Every camera I can get’: Dallas City Council overwhelmingly backs Flock funding

Dallas police have used Flock cameras to solve 14 homicide cases this year while most council members said such contributions outweighed the potential for abuse....

More than half of Texas data centers broke law by not responding to water use inquiry Dallas News

Good Morning Texas: Tracing Dallas' vibrant roots | Sept. 1, 2026

Good Morning Texas: Tracing Dallas' vibrant roots | Sept. 1, 2026 WFAA

WFAA · Sep 1, 2026

Dallas Observer · Sep 3, 2026

12 most romantic & prettiest dining rooms in Dallas

Dallas has no shortage of posh dining rooms. Here are some of our favorites.

Star Local Media Richardson · Sep 3, 2026

Lennox Opens New Florida Training Center to Invest in Commercial HVAC Workforce

New facility expands technician training and development to assist with the industry technician shortage and supports consistent service delivery for customers nationwide...

Dallas Innovates · Sep 3, 2026

Oregon’s Pinnacle Acquires Dallas Experiential Design Agency 900lbs, Launches Interactive Studio

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Oregon-based Pinnacle has acquired Dallas-based experiential design agency 900lbs of Creative LLC, the two companies announced this week. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The acquisition launches a new int...

Dallas Innovates · Sep 3, 2026

United Way’s 2027 Social Innovation Accelerator Helps Entrepreneurs Solve Some of Dallas’ Toughest Problems

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Eight North Texas entrepreneurs will tackle education, income and health issues as members of the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas’ 2027 Social Innovation Accelerator. “Some of the most powerful solutions to o...

Dallas Innovates · Sep 3, 2026

DFW Data Center Demand Remains Hot as Pre-Leasing Hits 95%

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas. Demand for data centers in Dallas-Fort Worth continues to sizzle. Developers have already pre-leased 95% of the more than 765 megawatts of capacity under construction here, according to a new report from Dallas...

South Dallas Nonprofit Bonton Farms Will Open Its First Airport Store at DFW

Dallas News · Sep 3, 2026

Ross fire grows to 90,400 acres in North Texas, holds at 38% contained

Ross fire grows to 90,400 acres in North Texas, holds at 38% contained Dallas News

Dallas police break ground on new training academy at UNT Dallas

Dallas police break ground on new training academy at UNT Dallas CBS News

CBS News · Sep 3, 2026

El Paso Times · Sep 3, 2026

Welcome to Y’all Street: New street name and another stock ticker

Welcome to Y’all Street: New street name and another stock ticker Dallas News

Cowboys' Von Miller lands No. 40 by making Luepke a business partner El Paso Times

‘Put our pieces together’: Whitehouse’s Gabby Thompson leading UT Dallas to undefeated start

‘Put our pieces together’: Whitehouse’s Gabby Thompson leading UT Dallas to undefeated start KLTV.com

KLTV.com · Sep 3, 2026

Gina Hinojosa for Texas Governor · Sep 3, 2026

Oregon’s Pinnacle Acquires Dallas Experiential Design Agency 900lbs, Launches Interactive Studio

NEW: Hinojosa Holds Bipartisan Team Texas Public Schools Press Conference in Dallas Gina Hinojosa for Texas Governor