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Wildfire concerns push Bexar County to extend burn ban until May
The Bexar County Commissioners Court has officially extended a ban on outdoor burning through May 11. Here’s what you need to know.
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Celebrate Black History Month, Houston rodeo-style
Cowboys, musicians, and the 2026 Black Heritage Day prove that Houston’s cowboy culture wouldn’t be complete without its long history of Black contributors.
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As skilled labor declines, Texas faces delays in post-disaster recovery
A decline in skilled workers is leading to longer recovery and rebuilding processes following natural disasters. Several factors are at play.
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Where to find food banks and food pantries in DFW
Across DFW, these food banks and food pantries form the backbone of the region’s hunger-relief efforts.
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Houston voters just filled a vacant seat. Now they’re voting again.
Rep. Christian Menefee of Texas, the newest member of Congress, started the job Monday – and now has just four weeks to convince Houston voters he already deserves reelection.
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Texas jails have more than 400 pregnant inmates monthly. The state is trying to understand what happens to them.
In subsequent years, other stories would come out about babies dying after their mothers gave birth alone in custody and women miscarrying due to alleged medical neglect. There have also been at least seven federal lawsuits filed in the past decade alleging mistreatment of pregnant jail inmates in Texas, according to a recent NBC and…
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Storm damage forces indefinite closure of beloved Kleberg-Rylie library
The Kleberg-Rylie library branch has been closed indefinitely after sustaining storm damage. Here’s what you need to know. The Kleberg-Rylie branch of the Dallas Public Library system has been closed indefinitely following last week’s storm. Dallas Library’s Director, Manya Shorr, told WFAA that freezing temperatures in the building led to something bursting in its mechanical room. As…
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It’s 2026 and you’re uninsured. Now what?
Health policy changes in Washington will ripple through the country, resulting in millions of Americans losing their Medicaid or Affordable Care Act coverage and becoming uninsured. But there are still ways to find care.
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Greg Abbott wants Austin school district investigated after students protest ICE during class
Republican Gov. Greg Abbott is calling on Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath to investigate Austin ISD after hundreds of students walked out of class to protest US Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Friday.
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Shell-ebration in the Gulf: Over 100 sea turtles swim free again
Last Thursday, over 100 sea turtles were safely released back into Gulf waters after experiencing the effects of cold-stunning. Here’s what you need to know.
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GRAMMY glory: Houston Grand Opera celebrates ‘Intelligence’ win
Houston Grand Opera took home a GRAMMY award at the 2026 ceremony. Here are all the details.
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Deep Ellum’s oldest butcher shop enters its 131st year in business
For more than a century, the area’s oldest butcher shop has thrived in Deep Ellum, even as the neighborhood around it evolved.
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Galleria Dallas recently opened a Girl Scouts exhibit, just in time for the annual Cookie Program
Galleria Dallas has partnered with the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas to create an exhibit honoring the organization’s 113-year history.
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$13M grant could speed up Dallas’s Community Park project
Millions of dollars hang in the balance for Dallas’s Community Park project. Here’s what you need to know.
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11 completely free things to do in San Antonio (beyond the River Walk)
These free things to do in San Antonio will help you discover unique parts of the city. Many are also family and pet-friendly, so bring the whole gang. San Antonio is among the most populous cities in the U.S. That makes sense, because there’s always something lively going on around the city. From music to…
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What Texans need to know about ICE and their rights
We spoke to a legal expert about what to do if you encounter ICE, what local police can and can’t do, and how to get involved to protect your neighbors.
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5 highly-rated local Hispanic markets in DFW
We’ve taken a look across the entire DFW metroplex and found 5 small, locally-owned Hispanic markets with high ratings and excellent customer reviews.
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Oppose ICE? Here’s how you can take action
Here are some action tools to help stop ICE funding, halt detention expansion, and demand accountability from Congress.
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A closer look at five Hispanic supermarket chains serving DFW
Texas-based Hispanic market chains play a vital role in meeting everyday needs for millions of people across the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
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Get on the list for a one-night-only Mardi Gras dinner
Houston chefs Dominick Lee and EJ Miller are banding together for an exclusive one-night-only Mardi Gras meal on Feb. 6. Here’s what you need to know.
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Greg Abbott halts visas for foreign workers at Texas universities
Public universities across the state can’t seek new visas without the Texas Workforce Commission’s permission from now until the end of the 2027 legislative session under a new directive from Republican Gov. Greg Abbott.
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Houston’s CD-18 runoff sees two-day early voting extension after judge’s ruling
Extension follows civil rights lawsuit over weather shutdowns in closely watched congressional runoff. A judge has ordered Harris County to extend early voting in the Congressional District 18 runoff, granting two additional days of access after civil rights groups sued to restore time lost during this week’s weather‑related shutdowns. Pure Justice, the Texas Civil Rights…
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7 celebrities with ties to San Antonio
George Strait, Pedro Pascal, and other celebrities have lived in San Antonio. Below are seven notable examples.
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Five of our favorite local Asian markets in DFW
The Dallas-Fort Worth area has a slew of amazing locally-owned and Texas-based Asian markets that deserve our praise and patronage.
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Houston has the most buyer-friendly housing market in Texas
Houston was recently named Texas’s most buyer-friendly housing market and the 15th best in the US. Here’s what you need to know.
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11 things to do in San Antonio that are off the beaten path
Go beyond the River Walk or remembering the Alamo with some of our favorite things to do in San Antonio, from cool eats and drinks to rejuvenating activities.
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East San Antonio unveils civil rights mural days before 100th anniversary of Black History Month
A new mural dedicated to the Civil Rights era was unveiled in San Antonio’s East Side neighborhood. The artwork is particularly poignant, as February marks the 100th anniversary of Black History Month.
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These are the 13 best concerts by politically active artists coming to DFW in 2026
DFW will soon get a chance to see live performances from music artists unafraid to share their political beliefs.
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6 athletes from Texas competing in the Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games will take place across February and March. Here are six Texas athletes who will be heading to Italy to participate.
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Texas US Senate candidates call for ICE overhaul after Minnesota shooting death
Democratic US Senate candidates Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico addressed the hostile actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents and called for the impeachment of US Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem during a Saturday debate.
