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Karmelo Anthony press conference

What to watch for as jury selection begins in Karmelo Anthony track-meet stabbing trial

By Austin WoodJune 1, 2026

Attorneys will likely ask potential jurors about their relationship with law enforcement and pre-trial exposure to information on the case.

Dallas City Hall in downtown Dallas

Dallas City Hall named one of Texas’ most endangered places by preservation group

By Emma RubyJune 1, 2026

This year’s discussions on the I.M. Pei building’s future have put City Hall in immediate danger, Preservation Texas said.

CAIR-DFW Mustafaa Carroll speaks at Islamic Unity Center in eastern Fort Worth.

Interfaith leaders call for reinstatement of local principal ousted after sharia backlash

By Austin WoodMay 29, 2026

Shayma Alzubi was reassigned after being announced as the new principal of Western Hills High School in Fort Worth, district officials confirmed. Following the announcement, right-wing social media accounts targeted Alzubi for past posts.

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THCa Will Get You High, but Is It Legal in Texas?

By Jacob VaughnMay 28, 2026

THCa is a popular way to get high in Texas, but it might not be around for long.

Fans of Pride Month show their support at Fair Park.

UNT withdraws support for Denton Pride ahead of festival’s 10th year

By Emma RubyMay 28, 2026

Pride organizers were blindsided when the university backed out of plans for a sidewalk chalk event and a vendor fair.

colin allred

Democrats choose ‘electability over incumbency’ as Allred bests Johnson in runoff

By Austin WoodMay 27, 2026

Allred will now face off against Republican nominee Patrick Gillespie in the general election to represent a district that would have favored Kamala Harris by 30 points in 2024.

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton

Ken Paxton trounced incumbent Cornyn. What does that mean for Texas in November?

By Emma RubyMay 27, 2026

Paxton’s decisive win and an impressive May turnout suggest that Texas’ conservative base isn’t going down without a fight.

Klyde Warren Park

Dallas slides in green space rankings as city considers cuts to parks

By Austin WoodMay 27, 2026

Dallas is now the third highest-ranked city in Texas and sits behind cities like Frisco, Plano and Garland in park investment.

Petey Feng being playful and funny in a ktichen

Recent North Texas deportees try to make sense of a home they’ve never really known

By Emma RubyMay 27, 2026

One had to leave family behind, while another was reunited with his far away, while many questions from the past and concerns for the future persist.

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North Texas camps recalibrate to avoid new state regulations following deadly flood

By Emma RubyMay 26, 2026

Summer day camps may be cutting specialized programming, such as archery and horseback riding, to avoid increased state scrutiny.

an Amazon delivery drone flies around North Texas

DPD debuts ‘de-escalating’ drone first responder, aims to shorten response times

By Austin WoodMay 26, 2026

Dallas police drones will be stationed at eight Dallas Fire-Rescue stations to respond to police calls and fires.

Weston McKinnie plays soccer for the U.S. Men's National Team

The USA-World Cup pipeline continues to run through FC Dallas

By Kelly DearmoreMay 25, 2026

When the roster was leaked over the weekend, a player with Dallas connections stood out as perhaps the biggest American World Cup snub.

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A Waymo autonomous taxi driving on a city street

Waymo suspends robotaxi operation in Dallas following scrutiny over software, safety

By Austin WoodMay 22, 2026

Waymo is the latest robotaxi company to halt its program in North Texas due to safety concerns.

dallas playground swings

Proposed rec center closures, service cuts a ‘hard pill to swallow’ for Park Board

By Emma RubyMay 22, 2026

The Dallas Park and Recreation Department has been charged with cutting 15% of their budget in the upcoming fiscal year.

a sign for a voting location with an American flag.

Dallas County residents, East Texans discuss sharing redrawn congressional districts

By Austin WoodMay 22, 2026

We asked voters from Dallas and East Texas what they think about sharing a congressman with East Texans thanks to the redrawn 32nd Congressional District.

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fans tailgating outside of AT&T stadium before a Dallas Cowboys game.

Can I tailgate at the World Cup or not? Conflicting reports keep causing confusion

By Kelly DearmoreMay 21, 2026

We all just want to make our World Cup party plans, right? Here’s the real deal on what to expect.

I voted sticker

Ready for a runoff? Here’s what to know about the May 26 elections in Dallas County

By Kelly DearmoreMay 21, 2026

Another Election Day in North Texas means another spicy set of races to watch. Make sure you’re ready.

Jake Lang Jan. 6

Pardoned Jan. 6er Jake Lang threatens Frisco City Council ahead of mosque, temple vote

By Emma RubyMay 20, 2026

Lang’s appearance came just days after he claimed credit for a white nationalist banner that was unfurled at a Washington Nationals game.

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Houston Street Viaduct facing downtown, with Jefferson to the right.

‘The nuclear option’: Council backs Oak Cliff-downtown connections over convention center plans

By Austin WoodMay 20, 2026

Council members signaled support for redesigning the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center to avoid significant changes to major routes connecting Oak Cliff with downtown.

ken paxton

With only days to go, Trump gives Paxton a Senate stamp of approval over Cornyn

By Kelly DearmoreMay 19, 2026

Although Trump’s approval rating has dipped, many suspect his endorsement of Paxton could be pivotal.

trash truck picking up in a neighborhood

Dallas slims down planned alley trash transition, again

By Austin WoodMay 19, 2026

The city sanitation department is reviewing service at 7,500 addresses, down from 26,000 in 2025.

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private school students in class

Investigations into inappropriate Texas student-teacher relationships have spiked

By Emma RubyMay 19, 2026

Last summer, state lawmakers passed legislation harshening penalties for improper relationships.

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