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DART bus

DART Demands: Addison Drafts a Mass Transit Wish List To Avoid Vote

By Austin WoodFebruary 5, 2026

Six DART member cities are currently on a path to vote on ending its partnership with the transit agency.

Church congregation and cross

Another North Texas Pastor Charged With Sexual Misconduct With a Child

By Kelly DearmoreFebruary 4, 2026

The charges against the True Grace pastor stem from a 2008 incident with a 14-year-old relative.

Frisco city hall

Frisco’s ‘Indian Takeover,’ Alleged H-1B Visa Fraud Inflame Council Meeting

By Emma RubyFebruary 4, 2026

A majority of the North Texans who spoke against the area’s growing Indian population were not Frisco residents.

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Dallasites Might Keep Alley Trash Pickup, but It Might Cost Them More

By Austin WoodFebruary 4, 2026

Thousands of families could be affected by any of the possible new plans for garbage collection in Dallas.

colin allred

Colin Allred Blasts James Talarico for Alleged ‘Mediocre Black Man’ Remark

By Emma RubyFebruary 3, 2026

In a video published to social media Monday, former representative Colin Allred said he had steam coming out of his ears.

Republican Elephant vs. Democrat Donkey

Southlake Shocker Causes Trump Memory Loss, Sends National Republicans Reeling

By Austin WoodFebruary 3, 2026

Saturday’s special election win for Democrat Taylor Rehmet was impressive, but may not signal the long-awaited ‘blue wave’ some hope for.

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airport male and female bathroom sign

UNT Graduate Student ‘Investigated’ Under New State Bathroom Law, School Policy

By Emma RubyFebruary 2, 2026

Officials told the student she’d been reported under a new policy that mandates individuals to use bathrooms that correspond with their birth gender.

ICE protesters with signs

What To Know About the Bike Ride To Honor Alex Pretti

By Kelly DearmoreJanuary 30, 2026

ICE won’t stop, and neither will the protests. Anyone with a bike can join Saturday’s in Dallas.

Dallas Texas skyline and freeways

What to Know About I-30 in Dallas Closing for Demolition This Weekend

By Kelly DearmoreJanuary 30, 2026

The I-30 canyon is bad enough when it’s open, but what about when it’s closed?

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Texas Star Ferris wheel at the State Fair

City Council Takes Control of Fair Park Greenspace as $13 Million Nears Expiration

By Emma RubyJanuary 30, 2026

Years-long delays and financial audits have put $13 million in funding for a community park at risk, the horseshoe warned.

Dallas apartment building with patios

Dallas Lags Behind Other Texas Markets in Affordable Housing Construction

By Kelly DearmoreJanuary 30, 2026

Affordable apartments are sprouting up in Big D, but not nearly as often as other places.

Anti-ICE protesters with signs

‘Empathy Destroys Facism’: Scenes From the Dallas ‘ICE Out Now’ Protest

By Patrick Williams and OthersJanuary 30, 2026

Hundreds gathered in near-freezing temperatures to speak out after Alex Pretti was gunned down on a Minneapolis street.

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Jasmine Crockett

Crockett Outraged After Visiting 5-Year-Old Minneapolis Boy Held in Texas ICE Facility

By Emma RubyJanuary 29, 2026

Photos of Liam Ramos wearing a blue hat and a Spider-Man backpack went viral last week after the boy was detained by ICE.

man shoveling snow next to car

Winter Storm Fern Not as Destructive as Uri, but Tragic Deaths Stand Out in 2026

By Kelly DearmoreJanuary 28, 2026

Shocking scenes in Frisco, Bonham have made headlines across the country as Winter Storm Fern rolls on.

North Texas Is Starting to Thaw, but Another Cold Front Is on Its Way

By Emma RubyJanuary 28, 2026

It’s probably best to leave your pipes insulated for now, as freezing temperatures will be back through this weekend.

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Addison Mayor Doesn’t ‘Understand the Rush’ as City Puts DART Pullout on Ballot

By Emma RubyJanuary 28, 2026

Despite a December vote to stay in the transit group, the City Council rethought its position on Tuesday evening.

Man with sign calling to abolish ICE at Dallas No Kings protest.

Why Some North Texans Take to the Streets, Lift Their Voices and Protest

By Kelly DearmoreJanuary 28, 2026

For many protesters in North Texas, the goal isn’t to start a revolution. It’s about one person making the most righteous noise they can.

‘ICE Killed Him’: Arlington Family Asks ICE to Release Detained Father for Son’s Funeral

By Emma RubyJanuary 27, 2026

Maher Tarabishi was detained by ICE in October, a traumatic event that his family believes affected the health of his disabled son.

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Muslim prayer

Paxton Opinion Paves Way for Texas Vouchers to Steer Clear of Islamic Schools

By Kelly DearmoreJanuary 27, 2026

CAIR has been a target of conservative lawmakers in Texas for the past year, with Gov. Greg Abbott and Plano Rep. Jeff Leach leading the charge.

Alex Pretti Minnesota

Texas Republicans Call for Investigations Into ICE Unrest in Minnesota

By Kelly DearmoreJanuary 26, 2026

The impact of the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti can be felt in Texas thanks to the presence of ICE and the U.S. Border Patrol.

Clergy leaders opposing ICE actions

North Texas Faith Leaders Condemn Plans for Giant ICE Detention Facility

By Emma RubyJanuary 26, 2026

Local officials stated they do not believe Hutchins has the infrastructure to support the planned 9,500-person converted warehouse.

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winter vehicle traffic

You’re Very Likely To Experience Winter Traffic Delays in These 2 North Texas Cities

By Kelly DearmoreJanuary 26, 2026

A study from people who know about driving in the snow say that making your way through the Dallas-area isn’t all that easy in January.

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