4 Key Takeaways from the Dallas City Council Election
From which districts had the highest voter turnout to background on the council’s newest faces, here’s everything you need to know.
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What are the Odds the Mavs Land Giannis Antetokounmpo? You Probably Already Know.
It’s hard to see how the Mavericks would get so lucky after missing out on Giannis before.
‘Not a Priority’: LGBTQ+ Advocacy Group’s Funding Cut Ahead of Dallas Trainings
The organization planned to host bystander trainings across Texas in response to anti-LGBTQ+ legislation.
Jasmine Crockett Fights Back After Trump Calls Her a ‘Low IQ Person’
The president insulted Crockett’s intelligence and mocked the notion of her as the future of the Democratic party.
Dallas Decriminalized Weed, But New Bill Might Keep Others From Doing the Same
Following six Ken Paxton lawsuits, Texas might ban cities from allowing citizens to vote on marijuana laws.
Dallas 2025 City Council Election Results
The City Council will look a lot different soon.
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Poll: Texans Border Concerns Down Markedly Over Last Decade
Opinions have changed significantly over the last 10 years, but the same politicians still lead Texas.
As Texas Bigwigs Target Fluoride, Dallas Has Already Waded Through This Debate
If no one ever mentioned fluoride again, we’d be satisfied. However, that doesn’t seem to be likely.
‘Puppy Nightmare’: Dallas Advocates Push for State Bill Banning Pet Store Puppy Sales
Dallas passed a similar ban in 2022, calling it the ‘right thing to do on behalf of our four-legged friends.’
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‘Lots of Red Flags’: Local Autism Advocate Reacts to RFK Jr. Misinformation
The DHHS head visited Texas this week and downplayed the measles outbreak, encouraging attention for autism research instead.
Texas is One of the Worst States For Working Mothers, Study Says
Working hard or hardly working? If you’re a mom in Texas, you’re likely doing it harder than most.
The Cowboys 2025 Draft Might Make Up For Drafts of the Past
The picks weren’t splashy, but perhaps surprisingly, they made sense.
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Where To Go for the May Day Protests in North Texas
Several protest options exist for May Day rallies taking aim at the president and Elon Musk.
Dallas City Council Adopts Residential Code Change to Promote ‘Missing Middle’ Housing
The code change has been described as a “transformative step” in promoting housing density and diversity.
‘Opening the Floodgates’: Dallas’ Prop S Could be Blocked by State With New Bill
Dallas state Sen. Nathan Johnson argues that the voter-approved Proposition S is unconstitutional.
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Large Number of Texans Affected by Scammers This Time Of Year
Natural disasters displace more Texans than any other state. That’s when scammers pick up the phone and get to calling.
New Student Loan Threats Has This DISD Teacher Scared for His Future
In reinstating student loan repayments, the Trump administration has threatened to send defaulters to collections.
Dallas ISD Gets ‘C’ Rating in Newly Released District Accountability Rating
The ratings, based on data from 2023, are the first full evaluations districts have received since the COVID-19 pandemic.
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North Texas Lawmaker Wants To Incentivize Short-Term Foster Parents
Rep. Julie Johnson says the Texas foster care system has many problems, including a shortage of parents.
Pepper Square Opposition Sues Dallas, Accuses City Council of ‘Spot Zoning’
This is the second time opponents have attempted to stall the controversial development.
Audit Finds Denton’s Homeless Shelter, Response Plan Severely Lacking
The report states that the group running Denton’s homeless shelter is not operating according to its contract with the city.
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North Texas Layoffs Spurred by Trump’s Funding, Department Cuts
Organizations dedicated to refugees, vaccines and immigration advocacy have resorted to staff layoffs in recent months.