Plano US Rep Targets Anti-Drunk Driving ‘Kill Switch’ Tech, Advocates Call Fears Overblown
A law requiring technology that could shut down new cars if impairment is detected threatens constitutional rights, some GOP officials argue.
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North Texas City Named Among Top Commuter ‘Burnout Belts’ in the US
Workers from this suburb may find their commute bleeding into their personal lives and threatening their mental health.
Pastrami for the People: Seegars Deli Brings the Meat to The Cedars
Seegar’s Deli recently debuted for a soft opening in The Cedars. Expect dinner and cocktails soon.
Council Members Say Staff Are Trying To ‘Guide the Public’ With City Hall Questions
As debate over the future of City Hall continues, two council members are calling a survey on the subject a ‘push poll.’
Federal marijuana rescheduling could open doors for Texas dispensaries, universities
A rescheduling of state-licensed medical marijuana may open the door to tax breaks and research opportunities in North Texas.
Immigration Declines Hurting Texas Job Growth, Dallas Fed Forecast Shows
Dallas was the lone major metropolitan area in the state to see job growth with a meager 0.1% increase in February, the Fed report found.
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‘Stop Threatening To Defund Our Police’: Dallas Leaders Push Back on Abbott’s Threats
The governor has threatened to withhold over $80 million in public safety funding from Dallas over ICE policies.
Texas smokable hemp ban block continues as potential restrictions loom
Even with a victory for Texas THC advocates, lawmakers could target the $5.5 billion industry with further regulations.
City Council Seeks ‘Out of the Box’ Solutions to Prevent Public Library Closures
Dallas library staff will look for new revenue opportunities, including passport offices, to help keep all branches open.
Addison, Park Cities Eye Microtransit Service as Potential DART Replacement
Highland Park officials are looking at an agreement with Via to alleviate stress on roads and minimize non-resident worker traffic.
An LGBTQ Cultural Center at Risk: Concern for Oak Lawn Library Persists
Dallas Public Library staff are reviewing alternatives to closing the Oak Lawn Branch. Some advocates are still concerned.
Two Bridges Too Far? Reconfiguring Oak Cliff-Downtown Connections Hits Resistance
Dallas officials have big plans for the Houston Street bridge as a pathway for pedestrians and the Dallas Streetcar. Critics warn it will hurt Oak Cliff’s connectivity.
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Dallas ISD Asks for Record Bond Package With Tax Increase, 26 Replacement Schools
The package put forth by Dallas ISD’s bond steering committee would phase out roughly 700 portable classrooms used by 10,000 students.
As Elected Trustees Sit on the Sidelines, Fort Worth ISD Parents Call for Transparency
FWISD trustees have been locked out of their district emails since March 24, the elected board president said.
MAGA Hat-Wearer Charged With Deadly Conduct After Waving Stun Gun at Protest
Video shows how a downtown anti-war protest turned chaotic when a 58-year-old man disrupted it by attempting to assault demonstrators.
SMU Tennis Player Files Lawsuit, Questions ‘Obsolete’ Amateurism in Collegiate Athletics
The NCAA’s decision to not grant Gina Feistel an eligibility exemption bars her from economically participating in the “college tennis labor market.”
Does a Swirl of Vouchers and Closures Represent a Spiral for Texas Schools?
New data shows that most voucher applicants already attend private schools, and white students are largely overrepresented.
Texas To Lead, Fund Its Own Psychedelic Trials After Drug Industry Balks
Advocates like former Texas Gov. Rick Perry say a plant-derived drug can treat PTSD and addiction.
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‘We Have a Housing Crisis in Dallas’: Over 27,000 Eviction Filings Reported in 2025
Housing demand has outpaced supply in Dallas, creating an ‘affordability crisis’ for renters and homebuyers.
Czechia, Sweden Teams, Fans To Call North Texas Home During World Cup
After defeating Poland in the play-in, Sweden will play Japan on June 25 at Dallas Stadium (Sorry, Arlington).
Fearing ICE, Undocumented Immigrants Are Avoiding Medical Care
Immigration-related concerns likely led to a decrease in vaccinations in Dallas County in 2025, the county’s top health official said.
Abbott-Endorsed SNAP Restrictions Go Into Effect This Week, but Who’s Checking?
Milk products, ice cream and snacks like chips can still be purchased with SNAP benefits in Texas, but check out the list of what is prohibited.