Dallas
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FBI figures show 15% drop in violent crime in 2024
During the first quarter of 2024, there’s also been a 13% drop in aggravated assault, according to the FBI. Murder and rape both decreased by about 26%. Robbery decreased by 18% and property crime declined 15%.
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Sparkling spectacles: Your guide to fireworks shows in DFW
Fireworks will light up Dallas-Fort Worth this Fourth of July. Here’s where to find the best Independence Day fireworks shows.
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Texas’ abortion ban nearly killed his wife. Now he’s speaking out.
Ryan Hamilton had to race his wife to the hospital after she had a miscarriage, fell unconscious, and started bleeding out on their bathroom floor. Here, he explains what happened.
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For the city of Dallas, it’s time to talk about trash
The City of Dallas launches a new cross-department effort to clean up litter. Here’s what you need to know about the city’s litter removal.
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Chow down without reservations at these allergy-friendly Dallas restaurants
Those with allergies and food sensitivities shouldn’t be left out of Dallas’ delicious food scene. Here are some allergy-friendly restaurants in DFW.
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Dallas’ 2024 Pride In Excellence Awards honored local LGBTQIA+ leaders
Dallas’s Mayor and City Councilmembers celebrated the 2024 Pride in Excellence Awards Reception in honor of Pride Month. Here’s what you need to know.
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Medical debt would be removed from credit reports under new Biden rule
Roughly 15 million Americans have medical debt on their credit reports. The new rule means that debt will no longer be able to depress their credit scores and make it more difficult for them to get a job, rent an apartment, or secure a mortgage or car loan.
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Trump allies considering plans to limit insurance coverage for abortions
The proposals would modify existing labor laws to exclude “uniform” employer coverage for abortion, making it more challenging for patients in red states to seek care across state lines.
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Trump failed to cap insulin costs. Now, he’s mad Biden got it done.
Trump’s time in the White House saw no changes to the staggering cost of insulin for patients, and it was two laws signed by Biden that helped lower insulin costs to $35 per month for millions of Americans.
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How to celebrate the Summer Solstice in Dallas-Fort Worth
The summer solstice is the longest day of the year, and midsummer celebrations are already beginning. Here’s how to join in on the fun in Dallas-Fort Worth.
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Opal Lee: Facts about the woman who made Juneteenth a holiday
Opal Lee, the grandmother of Juneteenth, has lived a life we should all aspire to. Learn more about Lee’s accomplishments and honors.
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Justice Clarence Thomas acknowledges he should have disclosed free trips from Texas billionaire
The trips include vacations in Indonesia and at the exclusive, men’s-only Bohemian Grove retreat, which were first reported by ProPublica last year. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas acknowledged for the first time in a new financial disclosure filing that he should have publicly reported two free vacations he received from Dallas billionaire Harlan Crow. The…
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Op-Ed: Texas hasn’t always loved me, but I’m committed to fighting for change
June has always been one of my favorite months of the year because I get to celebrate all of my intersections. As a Black, queer, disabled Texan, June represents all of my intersections. June is Pride Month, where we celebrate and commemorate the Stonewall Riots, which is regarded as the start of the LGBTQ+ rights…
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Here’s your ultimate guide to the best museums in Fort Worth
Get ready to explore these Forth Worth museums.
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Zen out at these 5 Dallas yoga studios
Embrace your inner yogi at one of these yoga communities in Dallas.
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Post-storm tree care: What Dallas residents need to know
Following severe storms, the Dallas government has highlighted the importance of proper tree care. Here’s what you need to know.
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Senate Republicans block bill to protect birth control access
The bill would have guaranteed the right for Americans to obtain and use birth control without government interference. It would also protect the right of health care providers to distribute information about contraception and provide it to patients.
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10 things that just makes sense in a Texas home
Here are 10 things you’re likely to see in and around homes in the Lone Star State.
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Big corporations are suing to block Biden’s efforts to lower costs
From the cost of medication to education to everyday expenses, the Biden administration has passed several laws and implemented many federal rules taking on giant corporations, but big businesses are fighting tooth and nail to protect their profits.
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Trump supporters call for violence against jurors after his felony conviction
Donald Trump’s felony conviction has drawn outrage from Republican leaders and voters, some of whom have even called for violent retribution against the jury and judge involved in the former president’s New York hush money trial.
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Listen to your favorite tunes at one of Fort Worth’s must-visit live music venues
Find your next favorite band at one of these live music venues in Fort Worth.
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Celtics favored to win Game 1 and NBA Finals series, but money is rolling in on the Mavericks
The Celtics are prohibitive favorites to win Thursday’s Game 1 of the NBA Finals and odds are on Boston to hoist what would be its record 18th championship banner. But the money, at least at BetMGM Sportsbook, is pouring in on the Dallas Mavericks. Senior trader Halvor Egeland said Monday that 80% of the bets were coming on…
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Brewing community: These Dallas coffee shops offer more than a good cup of joe
Dallas has a coffee shop to suit everyone’s tastes.
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Hunt for hidden treasures at the 3 best Fort Worth flea markets
Find your next vintage haul at one of these Fort Worth flea markets.
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The 4 best golf courses in Dallas, according to our research
Enjoy a round of golf at these Dallas courses.
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Here’s what 7 DFW mayors earn and what they actually do
Yearly salaries or paid per meeting: DFW mayor salaries are all across the board.
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Dive into these DFW pools with memberships and day passes
Here are some area pools where you and your family can get an all-access membership or drop in for the day.
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It sure looks like Trump is paying off witnesses
Just days after Donald Trump became a convicted felon, new reporting shows that nine Trump witnesses received hefty financial payouts, promotions, and other benefits, some at “delicate” moments during the former president’s court cases.
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Being a patient is getting harder in a strained and complex US health care system
Patients are not getting enough help dealing with a healthcare system that is growing increasingly complex, according to researchers and other experts in care delivery.
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The 5 best trails to hike, bike, and walk in Dallas-Fort Worth
Grab your good sneakers and head out to one of these Dallas-Fort Worth trails.
