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real estate

Government Shutdown Could Threaten Hundreds of Home Sales in Dallas This Month

By Emma RubyOctober 30, 2025

As we approach the record for the longest government shutdown, Texas’ housing market could feel a crunch.

Mothers of Children With Autism Say Paxton Is ‘Disgrace’ After Tylenol Lawsuit

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 29, 2025

The attorney general’s lawsuit against Tylenol has some mothers concerned Paxton is on the wrong track.

After Camp Mystic Tragedy, New Texas Laws Could Shut Down Beloved Summer Camps

By Emma RubyOctober 29, 2025

Heightened regulations resulting in higher costs for camps could bring summertime sadness around the state.

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high school football

Hundreds Call for Celina Football Coach to Attend Senior Night Amid Investigation

By Emma RubyOctober 28, 2025

A coach was placed on leave after his son was arrested for child porn. Fans say it’s unfair that players were penalized by the “unfortunate circumstance.”

Transgender teen Nex Benedict was murdered in Oklahoma in February.

Dallas Doctor Flees to Oregon, Ken Paxton Claims a Victory He Didn’t Earn

By Emma RubyOctober 28, 2025

The attorney general sued the doctor last year for providing hormone treatments to minors who hoped to change their biological sex

Paxton Sues Tylenol Over Autism, Auditions for Trump’s Favorite in 2026 Senate Race

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 28, 2025

The Texas Attorney General has always been MAGA, but he’s also MAHA.

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meter in Deep Ellum

How To Parallel Park In Dallas: Do It Somewhere Else

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 27, 2025

Parallel parking isn’t so bad, so long as there’s no car in front of or behind you, no one else in the car and zero witnesses within 50 yards.

What’s Funnier: the Internet or the Cowboys Defense? You Be the Judge

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 27, 2025

It can’t be good when the kicker and punter are the two best players on your team… Again.

With Lowest Numbers in 8 Years, the State Fair Felt Pinch of Political Uncertainty.

By Emma RubyOctober 24, 2025

Officials believe a budget shutdown tightened pursestrings, although they have not quantified how tariffs may have affected prices.

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texas capitol

Buried on the Ballot, Prop 15 Sparks Fears Over Censorship and Trans Youth Care

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 24, 2025

It’s not often Texas voters get a say in how the state governs social issues but ‘parental rights’ are on the ballot this year.

BREAKING: Texas Education Agency Takes Over Fort Worth ISD

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 23, 2025

In a move that’s been months in the making, the TEA and Mike Morath will make FWISD their own.

Donald Trump speaking into a microphone

Texans Hit With Antifa Terrorism Charges. Experts Warn of Dangerous Precedent

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 23, 2025

A new executive order from qualifies antifa as a terrorist organization, regardless of what the First Amendment allows.

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Dallas Airbnb Owners Want You To Turn Your House Into A World Cup Rental

By Emma RubyOctober 23, 2025

One report estimates the average Dallas Airbnb owner could make $4,400 during the games.

an ICE agent

Mayor’s Request for ICE Collaboration Met With ‘Hell No’ From Some Council Members

By Emma RubyOctober 22, 2025

A series of statements from council members show that the mayor faces an uphill battle on plans to enter DPD into a contract with ICE.

Cooper Flagg and Bronny James

A Dallas Mavericks Season Preview That Does Not Mention That One Guy’s Name

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 22, 2025

The Mavericks are starting a new season without you know who, so we’re not mentioning him here. Nope. Not once.

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The Local Luxury Handbag Designer, Chef and Mom Running For a Texas House Seat

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 22, 2025

Allison Mitchell has worn many hats. She’s hoping her next one is in the Texas House of Representatives.

dallas city hall

Pei Up or Move Out: Council Split in Early Discussions on Future of City Hall

By Emma RubyOctober 22, 2025

In the council’s first formal discussion about City Hall’s future, passions ran high and feelings were split on whether to sell or repair the building.

A group of death penalty protesters wait to hear the latest news in Robert Roberson’s case on Oct. 17, 2024.

These Texas Women Fight the Death Penalty Outside Huntsville Execution Chamber

By Emma RubyOctober 22, 2025

For the women who protest at Texas executions progress is coming, but not fast enough.

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How to Catch the Orionids Meteor Shower in Dallas

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 21, 2025

Party Like it’s 1986 and (Sort of) Scope Bits of Halley’s Comet in The Sky Tonight

‘Women Need a Win’: In Texas, a DIY Wand Could Send the Pap Smear Packing

By Emma RubyOctober 21, 2025

Cervical cancer screening rates plummeted during the pandemic and never came back up.

Texas Set To Make Parenting Your Kid’s iPad Even More Exhausting

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 21, 2025

If you thought it was annoying when your kids asked to play games on your phone before, get ready.

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New Dallas Winter Forecast Released: What to Expect

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 21, 2025

Autumn may be off to a warm start, but will that trend continue into the first few months of 2026?

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