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Survey Says: Adults Are Ordering From Kids' Menus and Not Tipping as Much

By Simon Pruitt

Aug 20, 2025

Raise your hand if you're down for an adult kids' menu? Smaller portions, simpler options and budget-friendly.

Media Love Triangle With Dallas Morning News, Alden and Hearst Heats Up

By Kelly Dearmore

Aug 19, 2025

The "vulture" hedge fund seems determined to buy The Dallas Morning News, despite its majority owner's resistance.

Puppy yoga but the puppies caught Parvovirus.

Puppies Died After Dallas Dog Yoga Class. Studio, Breeder Cast Blame

By Emma Ruby

Aug 13, 2025

Puppy yoga promises a wholesome, Instagrammable workout experience, but a recent Dallas class has resulted in anything but happiness.

How Much Do Dallas Parents Pay To Send Kids Back to School?

By Kelly Dearmore

Aug 12, 2025

The pandemic, inflation, and even AI affect the cost of sending kids back to school today.

Denton's The Brown Thumb to Celebrate Black Businesses With a Community Market

By Bethany Weston

Aug 7, 2025

The downtown Denton plant and matcha shop is highlighting Black Business Month with the Meet Me at the Browns event this weekend.

The Most Expensive Home Listings in Dallas Right Now

By Kelly Dearmore

Jul 30, 2025

Want a presidential palace? How about a townhouse complex?

Heat Exhaustion Almost Killed Me. UPS Still Won’t Give Me A/C

By Hayden Koenig

Jul 29, 2025

'There’s no telling if I’ll make it through another Texas summer,' UPS driver Hayden Keonig says.

What The Dallas Morning News Sale Means to a Dallas Times Herald Staffer

By Jeff Siegel

Jul 12, 2025

Revenge served cold still tastes pretty damned good.

UPDATE: Dallas Morning News Sold to Hearst, Staffers Respond to the Shock

By Kelly Dearmore

Jul 10, 2025

The massive deal means that media titan Hearst will own four of Texas' five largest daily newspapers.

‘Rapidly Growing Con’: Investigator Warns of New Crypto ‘Pig Butchering’ Scheme

By Emma Ruby

Jul 1, 2025

The Dallas-based Elder Financial Safety Center has looked into a dozen of the scams. Some victims have lost millions of dollars.

The Athlete's Advocate Helps Retiring Athletes Find Their Next Move

By Aria Bell

Jun 5, 2025

The Dallas-based company assists athletes in transitioning to their next career off the court.

Aguas Chicas Pays Homage to Their Culture with Innovative Drinks

By Melanie Hernandez

May 30, 2025

This sister duo has a list of Instagrammable menu items and goals to accomplish.

Watch Out For Job Scams in Texas

By Alyssa Fields

May 27, 2025

The job market in Texas is solid, but scammers seize the thriving economy to target vulnerable job seekers.

Today is the Last Great Day for Southwest Airlines

By Emma Ruby

May 27, 2025

If you enjoy traveling with free luggage, today might be a good time to book your summer travels.

Dallas Officials Give In-Depth Look at Convention Center Plans, Questions Remain

By Emma Ruby

May 22, 2025

“There is no intention to draw birds to the site,” was an actual quote from Wednesday's Convention Center briefing inside City Hall.

DART is under more pressure than ever. Are bus drivers the collateral damage?

The Wheels On the Bus Are Falling Off at DART

By Emma Ruby

May 21, 2025

With equipment failures and calls to slash funding, DART is under more pressure than ever. Are bus drivers the collateral damage?

B-Side Coffee Under New Ownership, Rebranding To 'Little Joy'

By Simon Pruitt

May 6, 2025

B-Side regulars Russell Tibbits and Allison Macalik are taking over ownership of the Elmwood coffee shop.

This Dallas Grocery Store Has the Worst Prices in U.S. (But For a Good Reason?)

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

May 6, 2025

Inflation and tariffs aren't the reason for high prices at this Dallas grocer.

These North Texas Cities Named the Best in US for Starting New Businesses

By Alyssa Fields

Apr 22, 2025

Entrepreneurs, take note: Dallas isn't the only business-friendly city around these parts.

There's a Neighborhood Cat-astrophe in Bishop Arts

By Emma Ruby

Apr 14, 2025

Oak Cliff feral cats have ignited a bitter battle between residents and a prominent building owner that isn't slowing down.

Business

Let’s Get Moving Makes a Move to The Woodlands

Ojos Locos Changes the Hispanic Sports Bar Game

Business

Let’s Get Moving Makes a Move to The Woodlands

Ojos Locos Changes the Hispanic Sports Bar Game

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