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The Best Patios in Dallas

Picking just 20 patios in Dallas is a real challenge, but we buckled down. Enjoy al fresco dining and drinks at these establishments — some beautiful, others offbeat, and all worth a visit.

By Lauren Drewes Daniels and Carly May Gravley
Remember When Drake and Kendrick Lamar Performed Together in Arlington? We Do.

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Remember When Drake and Kendrick Lamar Performed Together in Arlington? We Do.

By Carly May Gravley

 Pups, Pastries and Coffee at Good Boy Café

Coffee

Pups, Pastries and Coffee at Good Boy Café

By Nick Reynolds
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Housing

How ForwardDallas May Affect the Future of Dallas Neighborhoods

By Jacob Vaughn
The Best Play Places for Kids in the Dallas Area

Kids and Family

The Best Play Places for Kids in the Dallas Area

By Jessica Serna
Dallas Says ‘Turn Around’ After Other Cities Show Interest in Chief Eddie Garcia

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Dallas Says ‘Turn Around’ After Other Cities Show Interest in Chief Eddie Garcia

By Emma Ruby

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Election

As Democrats Stare Down ‘Tough’ Senate Map, Colin Allred Practices Bipartisanship

By Emma Ruby
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Crime

DNA of North Texas Serial Rapist With HIV Tied To Another Sexual Assault

By Kelly Dearmore
Dallas Says There's a New Plan to Preserve the City's History

Real Estate

Dallas Says There's a New Plan to Preserve the City's History

By Jacob Vaughn
We Try Pickled Dr Pepper

Social Media

We Try Pickled Dr Pepper

By Jordan Maddox
12 Ridiculous Foods to Pair With the New Season of Bridgerton

Film and TV

12 Ridiculous Foods to Pair With the New Season of Bridgerton

By Danielle Beller
Poutine Fries Over Chicken Fried Steak at Maple Leaf Diner

Food & Drink News

Poutine Fries Over Chicken Fried Steak at Maple Leaf Diner

By Nick Reynolds
Flavor Bomb or Bust: Is Tande Thai's Fried Rice Worth $17?

First Look

Flavor Bomb or Bust: Is Tande Thai's Fried Rice Worth $17?

By Danielle Beller

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Martin Lawrence’s First Headline Tour in 8 Years Coming to Dallas This Fall

Comedy

Martin Lawrence’s First Headline Tour in 8 Years Coming to Dallas This Fall

By Samantha Thornfelt
13 Best Places in Dallas for a Good Walk

Arts & Culture News

13 Best Places in Dallas for a Good Walk

By Thomas Lowery and Carly May Gravley
A Plea for the Return of the North Texas Film Festival

Film and TV

A Plea for the Return of the North Texas Film Festival

By Lisa Laman
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Concerts

10 Best Concerts of the Week: Waxahatchee, Nicki Minaj, 21 Savage and More

By David Fletcher
Green Day, Alanis, Maggie Rogers: The DFW Concert Guide to Live Nation's $25 Ticket Sale

Concerts

Green Day, Alanis, Maggie Rogers: The DFW Concert Guide to Live Nation's $25 Ticket Sale

By Vanessa Quilantan
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Festivals

Leon Bridges and Norah Jones Among Austin City Limits Festival's Top Billing

By Vanessa Quilantan
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Concerts

Nicki Minaj's Dallas Concert Rescheduled to Friday, May 10

By Vanessa Quilantan

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The Gaslight Anthem

Sun., Aug. 11, 6pm at House of Blues

$39.50-$69.50

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Division Minuscula

Tue., Aug. 13, 7pm at House of Blues

$49.50

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Loserville 2024

Tue., Aug. 13, 6:30pm at Dos Equis Pavilion

$39.50-$149.50

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Santana

Thu., Aug. 15, 7pm at Dickies Arena

$35.50-$496

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Food & Drink News

Let's Eat! The New Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas
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