A New DPD Training Center Was Coming, Then it Wasn’t. Questions Persist
Dan Patrick nearly withdrew a $5 million pledge to the academy last month after the city’s plans appeared busted.
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Ken Paxton Strongly Hints at Senate Run, Polls Show He’ll Win
In a New York Times interview, the Texas attorney general had to be reminded he hasn’t yet announced his Senate bid.
Meet the 5 Candidates Vying to be Dallas’ Top Cop
The five made their ‘elevator pitches’ about why they should be the next head of DPD.
Proposal Would Make it Easier To Arrest, Expel Texas Students
The Legislature is considering a series of bills to reintroduce harsher penalties for students who act out in class.
Will Paige Bueckers Join the Dallas Wings Next Season? It Seems Almost Certain
The biggest star in women’s college basketball and the biggest star in women’s pro basketball will likely soon face off at the AAC in Dallas.
Shane Smith & The Saints Are Ready to Rock Billy Bob’s for 2 Big Nights
A two-night showcase at the legendary Fort Worth honky tonk is reserved for only a few big-name bands.
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Here’s How Much More Expensive Dallas Has Become Since 2020
Wages have not kept up with inflation in Dallas, particularly when it comes to grocery costs.
City Council Angers Residents Over Pepper Square Dallas Vote
Dozens of residents told the council the development is not welcome in their North Dallas neighborhood. But it is now on its way.
UT Dallas Conservative Student Group Assaulted by Biker, Video Shows
Video shared by far-right media personality Charlie Kirk shows an individual striking a student with a large bike lock on campus.
Murders, Violent Crime Drop in Dallas but Police Call Response Times Lag
You could be waiting hours for police to arrive for low-priority calls like noise complaints or vehicle burglaries.
How Weather Service Layoffs Could Affect North Texas During Tornado Season
Will the meteorologists and technicians who remain be overwhelmed as they try to keep people safe?
Surveillance on Local Immigrants Ramps Up Amid Trump Deportation Orders
The government may start monitoring immigrants’ social media accounts.
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UPDATE: Judge Allows Drag Shows on Texas A&M Campuses
Draggieland will now be allowed to take place after the university banned all drag shows in February.
Social Security Changes Could Pose Problems for North Texas Elders
The agency will enforce stricter identification protocols that could be tricky for the technologically challenged.
North Texas Bill Aims to Help Victims of Sex Abuse to Speak Out
‘NDAs are for trade secrets, not trauma secrets,’ said one advocate for ‘Trey’s Law,’ named after her brother who committed suicide.
Distrust in Medical Expertise Leaves Texas Unprepared for Next Pandemic
A new report notes that distrust in vaccines, medical guidance could mean “the worst is yet to come.”
Dallas’ Heat Island Study Reveals City’s Hottest Neighborhoods, But What’s Next?
Urban neighborhoods recorded summer temperatures 12 degrees hotter than greener areas just a few miles away.
Legal Challenges Lurk for Bill Requiring Ten Commandments in Classrooms
Teachers’ advocates say third graders shouldn’t learn what it means to covet thy neighbor’s wife, but nevertheless, the Lege persists.
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‘Build, Baby, Build’: Dallas Leaders Head to Austin, D.C. for Affordable Housing
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson spoke before a U.S. Senate committee on Wednesday, but he wasn’t the only one out and about.
Dallas ICE Agents Arrest Oak Cliff Baker Who Killed, Set Fire to Local Artist
Manuel Tellez, the owner of Maroches Bakery in North Oak Cliff, did not serve prison time for the killing.
In Light of Possible Recession, Dallasites Worry About Inflation More Than Most
Inflation, taxes and housing costs are the leading concerns for locals who are pessimistic about the economy.
An Open Letter to the Traitors Who Ruined Southwest Airlines
Dallas’ favorite airline just ditched the best perk it had going. Herb Kelleher would have never stood for this.