Dallas-Fort Worth
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9 spring & summer festivals in DFW to look forward to
With beautiful flowers, delicious food, wonderful music, and fantastic fireworks, you won’t want to miss these 10 upcoming festivals in DFW.
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DART, Texas’ largest public transit system, may come undone in 2026
A suburban mutiny against North Texas’ largest public transit agency threatens to upend how tens of thousands of Texans get around in the state’s most populated urban area — at a time state transportation planners say the state needs more public transit.
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Dallas County Republicans abandon plan to hand-count ballots in March primary
After months of laying the groundwork to hand-count thousands of ballots in the March 3 primary, the Dallas County Republican Party announced on Tuesday it has decided not to do so, opting instead to contract with the county elections department to administer the election using voting equipment.
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Arlington’s annual Christkindl Christmas market is now open
Texas honors the famous Christmas markets of Germany with this Christkindl pop-up, each year in Arlington. The market is open daily, now through Dec. 23, with evening visits promising festive lights and even a chance of snow. You’ll find spiced nuts, candles, jewelry, delicious flower wine, (yes! No grapes, just flowers) and more ornaments than…
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Nothing but net! Gianna, Natalia & Milania Jordan score scholarships at Texas Tech
The Jordan sisters have been dominating high school basketball together for years. Now, three of the four will attend Texas Tech.
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9 ways to ring in the New Year in Dallas-Fort Worth
Celebrate 2026 with a dazzling New Year’s Eve party in Dallas-Fort Worth, some of which are kid-friendly.
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Turns out the best things in life really are free, like Fort Worth’s Kimbell Art Museum
The Kimbell Art Museum was named the No. 1 free thing to do in Texas by CashNetUSA. Here’s why.
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8 Fall-winter recipes using Dallas Farmers Market produce
Try these delicious recipes during the fall and winter seasons.
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Dallas County Republicans’ plan to hand-count primary ballots moves forward
This article was originally published by Votebeat, a nonprofit news organization covering local election administration and voting access. By Natalia Contreras Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the US. Sign up for Votebeat Texas’ free newsletter here. Dallas County Republicans say they’re planning to go ahead with…
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Get a taste of 10 DFW restaurants opening in 2026
You’ll salivate over these 10 restaurants opening in Dallas-Fort Worth in 2026. Skip “the usual” and head somewhere new for dinner in 2026. (New year, new eats, anyone?) There are many new restaurants coming to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in 2026, from steakhouses to sandwich shops and everything in between. Milanese food? A Mexican steakhouse? A tasting…
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Rep. Marc Veasey drops bid for Tarrant County judge
U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey, D-Fort Worth, announced Monday he is withdrawing from the race for Tarrant County judge, a week after his 11th-hour decision to run for the county executive post.
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Colin Allred defends running against Julie Johnson for US House seat in Dallas
Colin Allred wants to return to Congress. But his choice to run in the new 33rd Congressional District—and against the successor he endorsed in 2024, US Rep. Julie Johnson—sparked criticism. LGBTQ+ advocates said Allred shouldn’t try to oust the first lesbian elected to federal office in the South.
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Here’s what to know about the new Netflix House Dallas
Netflix House Dallas is now open at the Galleria, with food, drinks, games, and ticketed fan experiences.
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Colin Allred running for US House to ‘stand up to Donald Trump’
Calling Dallas his home, Colin Allred on Monday announced his campaign to return to Congress, this time in a primary race that pits him against an incumbent Democrat. Allred, who served in the US House for three terms, announced his run for the 33rd Congressional District in Dallas after dropping out of the US Senate…
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Arlington’s annual Christkindl Christmas market is now open
Texas honors the famous Christmas markets of Germany with this Christkindl pop-up, each year in Arlington.
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From the stockyards to the spotlight: M.L. Leddy’s earns place on NYT Best Stores List
M.L. Leddy’s, a Texas staple for over 100 years, recently made the New York Times list of 50 Best Clothing Stores in America. Here’s what you need to know.
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Organizations work to tackle maternal health crisis across Texas
Health care systems and organizations are working together across north Texas to improve maternal health outcomes.
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3 DFW mom-and-pop shops that closed this year due to rising costs
Texas restaurants and bars have been hit hard by rising rents, pricy ingredients, and dwindling attendance. These three mainstays shut down earlier this year.
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How North Texas colleges work to keep pre-med students in the health care pipeline
Five months into college, Brian Mata sees the difference between exploring science in a high school lab and surviving a course in a university lecture hall.
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Where to find the best tamales for your holiday celebrations in DFW
As the weather gets (slightly) chillier and the festive decor goes up on the walls, we’ve got your guide to holiday tamales across Dallas-Fort Worth.
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The 10 most dazzling Dallas-Fort Worth holiday lights displays
Bring the kids to see these 10 dazzling light displays around DFW this holiday season.
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9 DFW food pantries to support this holiday season
These Dallas-Fort Worth food pantries need volunteers and donations, especially during the holiday season.
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Rodeo Dallas is back (sort of): New spot opening amid ongoing Deep Ellum closure
Rodeo Dallas is opening a new location amid its ongoing closure in Deep Ellum. Here’s what you need to know.
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This small city became the Christmas capital of Texas. Here’s why.
Grapevine, Texas, draws over two million visitors to 1,400 Christmas events each year. Here’s what makes this town just north of Dallas a festive draw at the holidays.
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The American Black Film Festival will be in Dallas this weekend. Here’s what you need to know
The American Black Film Festival is holding a two-day event this weekend at AMC NorthPark 15. Here are all the details.
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Remembering Cleo Hearn: Visionary Behind Cowboys of Color Rodeo Dies at 86
Cleo Hearn, who was known for creating the Cowboys of Color Rodeo, has died at the age of 86. Here’s what you need to know about his life and legacy. Cleo Hearn, a legend in the Texas rodeo community, died on November 9 at the age of 86. He will be remembered, among many other…
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TX walk to bring attention to substance-use disorders
Drug poisoning deaths have increased by 75% in Texas over the last five years. In hopes of ending the stigma surrounding substance-use disorders, hundreds of people are expected to gather in Dallas Saturday for a walk sponsored by the nonprofit Shatterproof. The Shatterproof Walk to End Addiction Stigma will bring together advocates, families and those…
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Everything you need to know about the Cowboys Thanksgiving game
The Cowboys Thanksgiving game is a lovely tradition. Learn about the team’s Turkey Day history, what to expect this year, and the special treat the winners get.
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Harry Potter: The Exhibition: We made potions, fought Boggarts, & had a magical time
Harry Potter: The Exhibition in Dallas was jam-packed with spells, photo ops, and magical moments with my three kids.
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H Mart in Dallas: A shopper’s paradise for quality meats and the best snacks
When H Mart announced the grand opening of their Dallas location, I braved the line and spent an hour exploring the offerings.
