Small Texas Community Takes On Crypto Giant, Loses Bid for Peace
The crypto mine in Hood County drills Bitcoin day in and day out, and it produces a lot of noise while doing it.
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Holding Court: Dallas Artist Commissioned for Custom Portrait of the King of England
Michael Shellis grew up running from the police for graffiti. Now, he has delivered his art to Buckingham Palace.
Prop 3 Could Worsen Dallas’ Jail Overcrowding and Mental Health Crisis
Prop. 3 would let judges deny bail for certain felony charges when risk or danger is shown. But that’s already in the state Constitution.
North Texas Restaurants Offer Free Meals for Kids as SNAP Money Ends
They’re stepping in to help fill a gap caused by the government shutdown.
Andy Cohen Praises a Dallas Church for its Reponse to Gov. Abbott’s War on Crosswalks
The Bravo talk show host called the governor’s order to remove rainbow crosswalks ‘stupid.’
After Calling Out Trump and ICE, Reneé Rapp Uses Her Platform for Change
On the Bite Me Tour, Reneé Rapp is spotlighting real issues and asking Dallas fans to donate to make the world a safer place for kids.
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Buried on the Ballot, Prop 15 Sparks Fears Over Censorship and Trans Youth Care
It’s not often Texas voters get a say in how the state governs social issues but ‘parental rights’ are on the ballot this year.
The Local Luxury Handbag Designer, Chef and Mom Running For a Texas House Seat
Allison Mitchell has worn many hats. She’s hoping her next one is in the Texas House of Representatives.
These Texas Women Fight the Death Penalty Outside Huntsville Execution Chamber
For the women who protest at Texas executions progress is coming, but not fast enough.
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The Sky Was Crying: Scenes From the Dallas ‘No Kings’ Protest
ICE raids, tyranny, politics and a call for love and political organization were on the agenda at Dallas’ wet No Kings protest.
Dallas Artists Sound Off on Oct. 18 No Kings Protest Against Trump
Pierce Washington, Ren the Third and Alex O’aiza weigh in on President Donald Trump, ICE and participating in protests this weekend.
Charlie Kirk Died 5 Weeks Ago, But His Presence In Texas Schools Has Doubled
New Turning Point chapters have opened in droves since Kirk’s death, and more are on the way.
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1 Woman, Many Causes: How a 62-Year-Old Sparked Fort Worth’s Rush Hour Resistance
Every Tuesday, creative and pointed protest signs greet thousands of Cowtown drivers along busy freeways.
Fried Dough and Fresh Starts: How the State Fair Gives People Second Chances
For most, going to the fair is a butter-soaked burden. But for the people working behind the counter, the fair is home.
Dallas Is A Hotbed For Cockfighting. Animal Rights Activists Are Ready For The Ring
A bill to strengthen cockfighting laws failed last session. But a new bill at the federal level has Texas support, and it could be the trigger for necessary trickle down changes.
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City Hall Puts the Lid on Alley Trash Service Changes For Now
In this scenario, one man’s proposed trash service changes are nobody’s treasure.
New Texas Task Force to Tackle ‘Decidedly Un-Christian’ Gun Violence At Churches
A Michigan church mass shooting has spurred action from the governor. Critics say it’s not enough, some say at least it’s something.
UPDATE: Nexstar to Put Jimmy Kimmel Back on Air Following Protests
Organizers of the Nexstar protest worry about what a merger will mean for free speech and Dallas’ WFAA news station.
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Tarrant County Escalates ‘Political Retaliation’ Against Activist Over Graffiti
Raunaq Alam is in the middle of a legal maelstrom, facing perjury charges and a possession charge that all tie back to a spray paint incident
New Law Turns Teachers Into ‘Foot Soldiers’ For ‘Anti-Inclusion Crusade’
A new law bans teachers from observing pronouns that differ from the ones assigned at birth. It also bans DEI extracurriculars.
Double the Fun: Scenes from Pride in Dallas
Why have one annual Pride celebration when you can have two?
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Screen Dallas Aims to Give Documentary Films a Shot at an Oscar
The initiative, spearheaded by the Dallas Film Commission, has chosen a film about cyclical addiction treatment for its inaugural selection.