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Business

This Surprising North Texas Suburb Is Among the Most Ethnically Diverse Cities in the US

By Kelly DearmoreFebruary 11, 2026

Once a predominantly white city, this northern ‘burb ranks high in the nation in ethnic, birthplace and linguistic diversity.

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Education

More North Texas Students Walk Out as Abbott Threatens Consequences

By Austin WoodFebruary 10, 2026

Plano and Melissa students joined protests as Gov. Abbott tells state officials to investigate districts believed to encourage or facilitate walkouts

Performer on stage
Opinion | Editorial Voice

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Show Is About Business, Not Politics

By Jared Bahir BrowshFebruary 5, 2026

The NFL is looking to expand its reach into Latin America and into the world.

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Concerts

The Band Shame Comes to Texas After Donating Show Proceeds to Minnesota Group

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 2, 2026

English post-punk band Shame stopped by Texas after donating concert proceeds to Minnesota in light of ICE tragedies.

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Politics & Government

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.

Standing With Our Communities, Supporting All Immigrants
Opinion | Editorial Voice

Standing With Our Communities, Supporting All Immigrants

By Chelsey Dequaine-Jerabek and OthersJanuary 30, 2026

Voice Media Group supports those participating in the nationwide ICE strike, and does not support the current administration’s actions against immigrants. A message from our CEO and editorial director.

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Politics & Government

‘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.

U.S. Rep. from Dallas Jasmine Crockett
Politics & Government

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 with sign calling to abolish ICE at Dallas No Kings protest.
Politics & Government

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.

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Politics & Government

‘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.

Alex Pretti Minnesota
Politics & Government

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.

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Shops & Markets

Dallas Cafe Workers Quit Jobs in Dispute About Serving ICE Agents

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 26, 2026

Dallas-based cafe loses workers over a first-responder discount and its policy toward ICE agents.

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Politics & Government

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.

ICE Protest signs
Politics & Government

Filming ICE Is Legal but Exposes You to Digital Tracking; Here’s How To Minimize the Risk

By Nicole M. BennettJanuary 21, 2026

While you’re filming them, they might be using your phone’s information to track down you and your friends.

ICE Protest signs
Politics & Government

What To Know About the Jan. 20 ‘Stop ICE Terror’ Protest in North Texas

By Kelly DearmoreJanuary 17, 2026

Here’s when and where people will protest to mark one year of President Donald Trump’s second term.

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Politics & Government

ICE Is Sending Minneapolis Refugees to Texas Detention Centers

By Emma RubyJanuary 15, 2026

Lawyers from Minnesota estimate that at least 100 people with refugee status have been detained, and most have been sent to Texas.

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Critic's Notebook

The Bomb Factory Marquee Tributes Minnesota Woman Killed by ICE

By Alec SpicerJanuary 13, 2026

The latest installment of ‘things people on the internet somehow find a way to be miserable about’ is here.

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Dallas Life

Queer Motherland Reclaims LGBTQ+ African History

By Christine OdwessoJanuary 13, 2026

The Dallas-based organization cultivates community and challenges the misconception that Africa cannot be queer.

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Features

The Art of Renewal: North Texas Creatives Reflect on New Beginnings

By Preston BartaJanuary 13, 2026

Four local artists of various mediums explore transformation by finding inspiration in the blank canvas of a new year.

ICE protesters with signs
Politics & Government

Dallas Protesters Gather Downtown After Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis

By Emma RubyJanuary 9, 2026

Several in the crowd said it was their first time protesting, and that Renee Good’s killing had been a wake-up call.

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

Where To Go for the Jan. 8 ‘ICE Out Now Emergency Call To Action’ in North Texas

By Kelly DearmoreJanuary 8, 2026

Protests are popping up across the country after Wednesday’s deadly shooting in Minnesota. Here’s what to know and when to go.

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Politics & Government

How To Prepare for an ICE Raid in Dallas

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 8, 2026

Questions about an ICE agent’s authority have intensified since a deadly shooting Minnesota.

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