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Dallas City Hall

Renovating City Hall Could Cost $345 Million, According to Briefing Doc

By Emma RubyOctober 20, 2025

To demo, or not to demo? That is the question that the City Council has to address thanks to millions in deferred maintenance.

Richardson Community Leader Denied Medical Release From ICE Detention

By Emma RubyOctober 20, 2025

Marwan Marouf was arrested by ICE agents after dropping his youngest son off at school in September. He has lived in the U.S. for 30 years.

Donald Trump balloon at Dallas No KIngs protest

The Sky Was Crying: Scenes From the Dallas ‘No Kings’ Protest

By Patrick WilliamsOctober 18, 2025

ICE raids, tyranny, politics and a call for love and political organization were on the agenda at Dallas’ wet No Kings protest.

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UPDATE: Cavalier Response to Kirk Shooting Lands UNT, Fort Worth Council Member in Hot Water

By Emma RubyOctober 17, 2025

Attorney General Ken Paxton says his office will investigate UNT over a video of students discussing the shooting that went viral.

Charlie Kirk

Charlie Kirk Died 5 Weeks Ago, But His Presence In Texas Schools Has Doubled

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 17, 2025

New Turning Point chapters have opened in droves since Kirk’s death, and more are on the way.

1 Woman, Many Causes: How a 62-Year-Old Sparked Fort Worth’s Rush Hour Resistance

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 17, 2025

Every Tuesday, creative and pointed protest signs greet thousands of Cowtown drivers along busy freeways.

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Where To Go for the Oct. 18 No Kings Day of Peaceful Action in North Texas

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 17, 2025

Dozens of rallies across the state will take place on Saturday to oppose President Donald Trump. Here’s what to know and when to go.

Fried Dough and Fresh Starts: How the State Fair Gives People Second Chances

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 16, 2025

For most, going to the fair is a butter-soaked burden. But for the people working behind the counter, the fair is home.

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Dallas Police Blow Past Hiring Goals After Dropping Degree Rule, Upping the Pay

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 16, 2025

The Dallas Police Department’s recruiting efforts seem to be working.

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Dallas Police Chief Turned Down $25 Million To Partner With ICE

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 15, 2025

After months of questions and confusion, Comeaux clarified his stance on partnering with ICE.

The 29 North Texas Schools and Districts Cashing A Check For Teaching The Bible

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 15, 2025

The controversial Bluebonnet Learning materials carry a large financial incentive. Here’s what local districts and schools are roughly set to make.

‘Offensive on an Emotional Level’: LGBTQ+ Groups Dissolved Amid Resource Center Cuts

By Emma RubyOctober 15, 2025

Resource Center, a community-based organization for queer Dallasites, announced programming changes that have shocked some.

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UPDATED: Oak Cliff Neighborhood Cat-astrophe Finds Peace

By Emma RubyOctober 14, 2025

Oak Cliff feral cats have ignited a bitter battle between residents and a prominent building owner that isn’t slowing down.

FBI agent at ICE shooting in Dallas

ICE Facility Shooter ‘Obsessed’ With AI, Feared Nuclear Radiation, Report Says

By Emma RubyOctober 14, 2025

A report written by the Fairview Police Department does not offer any insight into what motivated the attack.

‘Pollution Doesn’t Stop’ as Lingering Government Shutdown Triggers More Layoffs

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 14, 2025

The Trump administration is using the government shutdown to layoff more federal employees, at the detriment of the economy and the environment.

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Trump Calls Mavericks Owner ‘Darling’ and ‘Great Woman’ During Israeli Hostage Release

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 13, 2025

The Israel-born Mavericks owner received a round of applause as the president acknowledged her Israel advocacy.

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Hilarious Cowboys ‘Mean Tweets’ Follow Another Embarrasing Loss

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 13, 2025

Maybe Jerry Jones the owner should hire Jerry Jones to be the defensive coordinator.

North Texas School Librarians Who Faced Criminal Investigation Speak Out

By Emma RubyOctober 13, 2025

A new documentary follows the local librarians who were targeted for – get this – lending books to schoolchildren.

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Dallas Is A Hotbed For Cockfighting. Animal Rights Activists Are Ready For The Ring

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 10, 2025

A bill to strengthen cockfighting laws failed last session. But a new bill at the federal level has Texas support, and it could be the trigger for necessary trickle down changes.

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83,000 License Plate Cameras Later, North Texas Cops Exposed for Abortion Hunt

By Emma RubyOctober 10, 2025

Law enforcement officials and the surveillance company previously told reporters the camera queries were to aid a missing persons investigation.

rainbow crosswalk in Oak Lawn

Dallas Wants to Hear From Abbott Before Removing Rainbow Crosswalks

By Emma RubyOctober 9, 2025

The governor announced Wednesday that any cities sporting “political ideologies” on the roads could lose state and federal funds.

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After Texas Failure, Possible THC Ban Blazing Away At The Federal Level.

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 9, 2025

The government shutdown has bought you some time before you need to seriously consider stocking up on THC-infused products.

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