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Texas author turns defiance into blood and glitter in ‘Hot Girl Murder Club’

By Preston BartaJuly 21, 2026

Bestselling thriller author Ashley Winstead talks about revenge and her newest novel ahead of her July 21 book tour stop at Interabang Books.

Best things to do in Dallas this week, July 20-26

By Cory GravesJuly 20, 2026

Wash away your World Cup pains this week with wine tastings or a tall martini glass of burlesque.

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

By Preston BartaJuly 17, 2026

Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” is playing on real film in Dallas, and we went inside local theater projection booths to see the magic.

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

By Preston BartaJuly 16, 2026

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

Lionel Messi of Argentina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Free things to do in Dallas (and beyond) this weekend, July 17-19

By Alec Spicer and OthersJuly 16, 2026

This weekend offers your last chance to watch a World Cup match at the free Fan Fest pop-up.

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Texas named one of the worst states to live in 2026

By Preston BartaJuly 15, 2026

We didn’t think the percentage of residents who don’t have health insurance is what they meant by “everything is bigger in Texas.”

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23 Best Thrift Stores and Vintage Shops in Dallas-Fort Worth

By Caroline Pritchard and OthersJuly 15, 2026

Not all vintage and thrift stores are created equally, so we’ve spent time digging through local ones to find out which ones hoard gold, not garbage.

8 Dallas-area liminal spaces that could have been the set for “Backrooms”

By Preston BartaJuly 14, 2026

A24’s smash hit “Backrooms” is back in theaters with 16 new minutes. Here are 8 North Texas liminal spaces that look like they could have been the film set.

The indefinitive list of the hottest 2026 World Cup players

By Alyssa FieldsJuly 14, 2026

There are hot men everywhere for those with eyes to see them, or however the quote goes.

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Six Flags’ new Tormenta Rampaging Run is open, so obviously we had to ride it

By Preston BartaJuly 9, 2026

After some delays, Six Flags Over Texas’ new world-record-breaking dive rollercoaster is here to make North Texas scream again.

Dallas’ digital creator economy is booming. Burnout is too

By Leah FrazierJuly 9, 2026

As the field of digital creators only becomes more crowded, Dallas creators are burning out. Local industry leaders want to change that.

Fetch is so back: Dallas vintage shop returns with new spot in The Cedars

By Christine OdwessoJuly 8, 2026

Get in loser, we’re going shopping at Fetch… again. After abruptly closing last fall, the vintage shop is back.

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The World Cup will leave North Texas soon. Here are your last chances to join the fun

By Alyssa FieldsJuly 7, 2026

From the FIFA Fan Festival to live concerts and street festivals, here’s a full guide to Dallas festivities.

5 can’t-miss screenings at the 2026 Oak Cliff Film Festival

By Lisa LamanJuly 7, 2026

Dallas has an underrated cinema scene, and Oak Cliff is at the heart of it. The neighborhood’s 15th annual festival has a packed screening schedule.

A new meetup on the Katy Trail pairs strangers for a friendly stroll

By Preston BartaJuly 6, 2026

Walk & Talk Social turns the Katy Trail into a weekly meet-and-mingle without the ice-breakers, apps or dating butterflies.

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Where to watch Fourth of July fireworks in Dallas-Fort Worth

By Carly May Gravley and OthersJuly 4, 2026

This year mark’s the country’s 250th, and we do everything big around North Texas, including Fourth of July fireworks shows.

Here’s how to get a viral World Cup bracelet, and with a new Big D charm

By Alyssa FieldsJune 30, 2026

The free and customizable charm bracelets from Bank of America have been the breakout star of the World Cup. And now, a new charm made for Dallas just dropped.

Dallas stylist J. Bolin made his name dressing the stars, now he wants to style you

By Aria BellJune 29, 2026

J. Bolin has styled Tyra Banks and Brandy, but now he wants to style the everyday women of Dallas. Step one is throwing a pop-up styling event on July 18.

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Data shows the World Cup is the biggest and horniest dating event, too

By Alyssa FieldsJune 24, 2026

Our international visitors came to play, in more ways than one.

North Texans created ‘Wishbone’, now they’re honoring the talking dog with a documentary

By Preston BartaJune 23, 2026

A new documentary called ‘What’s the Story, Wishbone?’ reveals how Dallas’ creative community built the beloved ’90s PBS show. 

Universal Kids Resort promised family thrills, but delivered a $550M concrete carnival

By Preston BartaJune 23, 2026

Universal Kids Resort opens July 1 in Frisco, but the previews have sparked online backlash over barren theme design, no shade and lots of concrete.

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A splashy field guide to North Texas’ 5 best water parks

By Preston BartaJune 22, 2026

Skip the rankings. We break down the best local waterparks by thrill, shade, price and crowds so you can pick your perfect summer splash.

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