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Six highly-rated halal markets in Dallas-Fort Worth
Across DFW, a growing number of locally owned halal markets are stepping in to meet the needs of the community.
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Mark your calendars: Shirley Chung’s Night Rooster opens In Dallas January 31
“Top Chef” alum Shirley Chung has partnered with Hooper Hospitality Concepts to open a new Dallas restaurant, Night Rooster. The fine dining eatery will open Jan. 31.
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Studies find declining employment opportunities for early-career workers in AI-exposed fields
Studies have recently found that young workers in AI-exposed fields are seeing a decline in employment opportunities. Several factors are at play.
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Dust off your boots: The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo rides back Feb. 12
The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo takes place February 12-March 1, 2026. Here’s everything you need to know.
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So you just got towed or ticketed in Houston: Here’s what to do next
If that’s ever happened to you and you weren’t sure what to do, keep reading: Here are the steps to take after you’ve been ticketed or towed in Houston.
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Dallas delays Mill Creek tunnel project, extending timeline to 2029
Dallas’ Mill Creek Tunnel project was originally scheduled for completion in 2024. Now, it likely won’t be finished until 2029.
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Five of DFW’s best European markets
Whether you’re missing flavors from home or just looking to expand your palate, these European markets in DFW are worth seeking out.
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Six standout farmers markets in the DFW area
Some neighborhoods are classified as food deserts, where full-service grocery stores are scarce. Farmers markets help bridge that gap by bringing producers and consumers together in neighborhood settings.
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Local races take shape in Harris and Fort Bend counties ahead of March primaries
Voters in Harris County and Fort Bend County are heading into a major election year with crowded races for county judge, county attorney, district clerk and Congress. Dozens of candidates from both parties have filed for these key offices, setting up for competitive primaries on March 3. The results will help define local leadership and…
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Houston, meet Frida Kahlo: MFAH opens doors to beloved artist’s world
A new exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston is dedicated to the works of Frida Kahlo. Here’s what you need to know.
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Immigration officers assert sweeping power to enter homes without a judge’s warrant, memo says
Federal immigration officers are asserting sweeping power to forcibly enter people’s homes without a judge’s warrant, according to an internal Immigration and Customs Enforcement memo obtained by The Associated Press.
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A winter storm is coming! Here are tips for Dallas residents
As Dallas experiences inclement weather, various city departments share tips about staying safe.
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‘She likely died from a stroke’: Inside the chilling reality of Texas’s abortion laws
A Houston mom knew she needed to stay alive for her teenage son. But not one of 90 doctors she saw was willing to save her life by ending her dangerous pregnancy.
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Wrongfully executed in 1956, Tommy Lee Walker is finally cleared
Tommy Lee Walker was wrongfully executed in 1956. Now, the Dallas County Commissioners Court has declared him innocent.
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Houston’s George R. Brown Convention Center transformation is underway: here’s what it means for jobs, events
It’s been nearly a decade since the George R. Brown Convention Center saw a major renovation—but just a few weeks into 2026, Houston is already seeing visible changes tied to its $2 billion transformation project.
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Proposed library restructuring could leave four Dallas communities without local branches
Four branches of the Dallas Public Library could potentially close as part of a new “regional model” proposal. Here’s everything you need to know.
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How Texas A&M became ground zero for higher education’s culture war
Dr. Leonard Bright’s Ethics and Public Policy course was canceled a few days into the semester. It’s just one in a string of attacks on academic freedom at the university.
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It’s National Blood Donor Month: Here’s where to give blood in DFW
Discover where to give blood in Dallas-Forth Worth during National Blood Donor Month in January (and beyond!).
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Who is running where in DFW on March 3
Early voting for the March 3 primaries begins Feb. 17.
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Jasmine Crockett’s pastor, Frederick Haynes III, sees Congress as stage to pursue social justice
Meet the Dallas pastor running to replace Jasmine Crockett
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How San Antonio death cafes are changing the way we talk about mortality
Death cafes may sound grim in nature, but they were created to foster a sense of community. Here’s what you need to know.
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Budget-friendly grocery stores worth knowing in Dallas–Fort Worth
When times get really tough, we are lucky enough to have a number of money-saving grocery stores spread across DFW. Here are some budget grocery stores worth checking out.
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Senate hopeful James Talarico announces anti-corruption agenda
State Rep. James Talarico (D-Austin) announced his US Senate campaign’s new anti-corruption agenda on Thursday morning, which includes implementing term limits for Supreme Court justices.
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Houston’s 2 MLK parades join forces for historic unity celebration on Jan. 19
MLK Day in Houston will be celebrated with a unified parade, along with several other events scheduled around the city. Here are all the details.
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Fort Worth invests in Black history with funding approval for African American Museum and Cultural Center
On Tuesday, the Fort Worth City Council approved funding for the Fort Worth African American Museum and Cultural Center. Here’s what you need to know.
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Locally owned grocery stores that support Dallas–Fort Worth communities
These five locally owned grocery stores and small chains across Dallas–Fort Worth share a commitment to serving our North Texas communities.
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Research: Voters seem to look the other way in political scandals
Texas lawmakers are no strangers to scandals throughout the decades – and a University of Houston professor says they just don’t have the same impact they used to with the public.
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New website turns Texas students into campus watchdogs
Students can now submit complaints against public universities and colleges to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s new Office of Ombudsman through an online portal.
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Where to get the best empanadas in San Antonio
For the best empanadas in San Antonio—both sweet and savory—check out these nine restaurants. There’s so much to do in San Antonio, and that’s simply because of the great people who live here and create fun, soul-enriching opportunities for their communities. For instance, San Antonio is slated to be filled with can’t-miss festivals in 2026, but…
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Best hole-in-the-wall restaurants in San Antonio
Check out these 10 hole-in-the-wall restaurants in San Antonio for the best tacos, pizzas, breakfast, and more that you might’ve never known about.
