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2 East Dallas Mothers Are on a Quest To Fix up One Very Sad Playground

By Emma RubyApril 23, 2026

Dallas’ Park Department says Harry Stone Park is nearing the end of its service life. Neighbors say that’s obvious.

State Rep. Raphael Anchia speaks out against Abbott's threats at Dallas City Hall.

‘Stop Threatening To Defund Our Police’: Dallas Leaders Push Back on Abbott’s Threats

By Austin WoodApril 22, 2026

The governor has threatened to withhold over $80 million in public safety funding from Dallas over ICE policies.

Dallas County GOP chair Allen West

Chairman’s Resignation Leaves Dallas Republicans Divided Ahead of Runoff Election

By Emma RubyApril 21, 2026

In a contentious meeting, precinct chairs voted to move forward with precinct-only voting in next month’s runoff. Is that possible?

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City Council Seeks ‘Out of the Box’ Solutions to Prevent Public Library Closures

By Austin WoodApril 21, 2026

Dallas library staff will look for new revenue opportunities, including passport offices, to help keep all branches open.

Bookshelves housing special collections at the Oak Lawn Library decorated with pride flags.

An LGBTQ Cultural Center at Risk: Concern for Oak Lawn Library Persists

By Austin WoodApril 17, 2026

Dallas Public Library staff are reviewing alternatives to closing the Oak Lawn Branch. Some advocates are still concerned.

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

Two Bridges Too Far? Reconfiguring Oak Cliff-Downtown Connections Hits Resistance

By Austin WoodApril 17, 2026

Dallas officials have big plans for the Houston Street bridge as a pathway for pedestrians and the Dallas Streetcar. Critics warn it will hurt Oak Cliff’s connectivity.

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Dallas County GOP chair Allen West

Dallas County GOP Leader Resigns Following Party Infighting, Voting Confusion

By Emma RubyApril 16, 2026

Allen West’s decision to abandon precinct-based voting may have led to backlash amongst local Republicans.

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With Rainbow Crosswalks Gone, Dallas Considers New Symbols of Pride

By Emma RubyApril 13, 2026

Decorated crosswalks in Oak Lawn and South Dallas were removed last month to comply with an order from the governor.

Frisco city hall

Frisco Leaders Address ‘Indian Takeover’ Rhetoric, Balk on Public Speaker Changes

By Emma RubyApril 13, 2026

Widespread complaints and ‘hateful’ rhetoric have not resulted in a single actionable report that the city can investigate.

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Ibogaine is used for breaking addiction to opiates.

Texas To Lead, Fund Its Own Psychedelic Trials After Drug Industry Balks

By Austin WoodApril 6, 2026

Advocates like former Texas Gov. Rick Perry say a plant-derived drug can treat PTSD and addiction.

A view of downtown Dallas from Uptown.

Dallas County Population Shrinks Amid Immigration Slowdown, Census Shows

By Emma RubyApril 6, 2026

Dallas-Fort Worth is growing, but the U.S. Census Bureau says cooling immigration levels hurt Dallas County.

Apartment building in Dallas, Texas

‘We Have a Housing Crisis in Dallas’: Over 27,000 Eviction Filings Reported in 2025

By Austin WoodApril 2, 2026

Housing demand has outpaced supply in Dallas, creating an ‘affordability crisis’ for renters and homebuyers.

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Street Preacher’s ‘Hate-Filled Attack’ Disrupts Muslim Prayer at White Rock Lake

By Emma RubyApril 2, 2026

The man has a history of harassing others and is facing charges in Florida for disturbing a Muslim worship group last year.

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Abbott-Endorsed SNAP Restrictions Go Into Effect This Week, but Who’s Checking?

By Austin WoodMarch 30, 2026

Milk products, ice cream and snacks like chips can still be purchased with SNAP benefits in Texas, but check out the list of what is prohibited.

Denton NO Kings protesters with signs

UPDATE: No Kings Events Peacefully Draw Millions, While Dallas Arrest Grabs Attention

By Kelly DearmoreMarch 29, 2026

The man arrested in Dallas is a 57-year-old charged with misdemeanor assault against an elderly or disable individual.

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At a Grapevine Conservative Circus, War in Iran Takes Center Ring

By Emma RubyMarch 27, 2026

For the first time in a decade, President Donald Trump is not expected to attend the conference. Attendees acknowledge “he’s busy.”

Fair Park Redevelopment Could Be a Long-Awaited, Pivotal ‘Piece of the Puzzle’

By Austin WoodMarch 27, 2026

A new plan calls for economic development in areas of Fair Park currently filled with parking lots.

Protester with anti-Trump sign at Dallas No Kings event.

Where To Go for the March 28 No Kings Protests in North Texas

By Kelly DearmoreMarch 27, 2026

Rallies across the state will take place on Saturday to oppose the Trump administration. Here’s what to know and when to go in DFW.

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Dallas Wings' Arike Ogunbowale To Debut in New Women's Basketball League, Unrivaled

Delays Mount as Dallas Hands Control of Building Wings Practice Facility to Team

By Austin WoodMarch 26, 2026

The Dallas Wings were supposed to move into a new stadium and practice facility this year, but it’s now going to take a longer.

Rainbow crosswalk on Cedar Springs in Dallas

Rainbow Removal: Dallas Begins Erasing Pride, Black Lives Matter Crosswalks

By Kelly Dearmore and OthersMarch 24, 2026

Crews began scraping and power washing crosswalks with Pride rainbows and Black Lives Matter designs on Monday. The removal will go on through April.

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Dallas Library Staff Ask for More Time as Poll Shows 72% Oppose Closures

By Austin WoodMarch 24, 2026

The Dallas Public Library is weighing branch closures as city leaders ask for $2.6 million in cuts.

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Citing ‘Voter Confusion,’ Dallas County GOP Pivots Back to Countywide Voting

By Austin WoodMarch 20, 2026

After initially defending the decision to move to precinct-based voting, local Republicans push for a return to the norm.

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