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Citing ‘Voter Confusion,’ Dallas County GOP Pivots Back to Countywide Voting

By Austin WoodMarch 20, 2026

After initially defending the decision to move to precinct-based voting, local Republicans push for a return to the norm.

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Record-Breaking ‘Weather Whiplash’ Will Heat Up Dallas This Weekend

By Kelly DearmoreMarch 19, 2026

The weather, just like life itself, moves pretty fast, especially in North Texas.

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Dallas One of Many US Cities Rocked by Report of Cesar Chavez Sexual Abuse

By Kelly DearmoreMarch 19, 2026

Following a stunning investigation, the civil rights icon’s legacy is being reevaluated by leaders across the country.

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How to Gamble on TCU, SMU Basketball During March Madness

By Austin WoodMarch 18, 2026

The TCU women’s team may have the best odds to bring a trophy back to DFW.

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Further Investigation Into Death of Richardson ICE Detainee Demanded

By Austin WoodMarch 18, 2026

Mohammad Nazeer Paktyawal died at Parkland Hospital Saturday. Some advocates are asking how an “otherwise healthy” man fell ill less than 24 hours after being detained.

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Hello, Garland Telehealth? Anyone There?

By Austin WoodMarch 18, 2026

Problems with miscommunication, high expectations and transparency derailed a unique public healthcare program.

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Prairieland Verdict Leaves Questions for Left-Wing Groups, Free Speech Advocates

By Austin WoodMarch 17, 2026

Experts warn the verdict could have a ‘chilling’ effect on protests and that terrorism charges are an overreach.

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Could Mental Health, Substance Abuse Help Dallas County Jail’s Overcrowding Problem?

By Emma RubyMarch 17, 2026

A program first launched in Florida could help guide Dallas officials’ efforts to reduce jail populations.

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This Dallas Neighborhood is the Gen Z Migration Capital of Texas

By Kelly DearmoreMarch 17, 2026

While one Big D ZIP code welcomes a bunch of Gen Zers, a suburb north of town has seen a ton of them leave recently.

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Former Fair Park Operator Says City Owes $5 Million. Sounds Familiar.

By Austin WoodMarch 16, 2026

It’s the city that needs to account for a large sum of money, not the other way around, Oak View Group representatives allege.

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Do Waymo Robo Taxis Need Way More Regulations? Austin Shooting Draws Concern

By Emma RubyMarch 16, 2026

An autonomous vehicle blocked an ambulance shortly after the March 1 shooting in downtown Austin. Can Dallas officials prevent a similar incident?

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‘An Attempt To Ban the Industry’: Dallas THC Shops React to Smokable Hemp Rule

By Austin WoodMarch 13, 2026

New state rules take effect on March 31 and will also drastically raise fees for businesses.

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Richardson Cracks Down on Drone Delivery Following Nuisance Noise Complaints 

By Emma RubyMarch 13, 2026

The city has requested that Amazon conduct a new noise study, consider alternative routes and bolster privacy measures.

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Ken Paxton Urges Collin County To Slow Down Islamic Development

By Austin WoodMarch 12, 2026

The Texas attorney general is still beating the drum against a proposed 400-acre Muslim-centric community.

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Thousands of Students Zoned to Dallas ISD Have Applied for Private School Vouchers

By Emma RubyMarch 12, 2026

With less than a week until the voucher application deadline, state officials are confident the program will reach capacity.

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Arlington Shores Up Plans For STRs, Foreign Delegations Ahead of World Cup

By Austin WoodMarch 11, 2026

The city has a new system to regulate short-term rentals and office space set aside for international delegations.

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ICE Is Scaring People Away From Immigration Hearings

By Emma RubyMarch 11, 2026

Fear of deportation is causing North Texas immigrants seeking legal status to miss important court dates. These absences derail their cases.

A traffic barrier partially blocking the trail Monday morning.

20-Foot-Deep Sinkhole Opens Near White Rock Spillway

By Austin WoodMarch 10, 2026

Officials are still investigating the cause of the issue and have not set a timeline for reopening a nearby trail.

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A sign at a gas station showing gas prices above $7 in Los Angeles.

Gas Prices Keep Ticking Up Around Town. Here’s What Dallas Drivers Think About That

By Emma RubyMarch 10, 2026

Amid a conflict with Iran and geopolitical tensions across the Middle East, oil prices are the highest they’ve been since the pandemic.

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In Dallas, 6 Figures Ain’t What It Used To Be

By Emma RubyMarch 9, 2026

The cost of living in Big D may be taking a bigger bite out of your paycheck than you think. Here’s how we stack up.

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Local Landlord Loses U.S. Supreme Court Case About Intentionally Withheld Mail

By Kelly DearmoreMarch 9, 2026

The Euless resident waged a legal battle against the USPS for years, alleging racist postal workers refused to deliver her mail.

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A residential neighborhood with trees in Grapevine, Texas

For Single-Family Rentals, This Dallas Suburb Is the Most Expensive in Texas

By Kelly DearmoreMarch 6, 2026

Maybe you get what you pay for, but in this North Texas city, you will likely pay a lot.

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