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Carroll Wiseman’s legacy was written in the stars
NASA’s historic Artemis II mission named a lunar crater after the late Carroll Wiseman, a former Friendswood nurse. Here’s what to know.
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9 Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders who found fame off the field
After cheering for the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders, these nine alumni went on to star in TV series, movies, and reality TV.
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She’s kept their kids safe for years. Now, these Dallas dads are paying it forward with a new car
A group of dads in North Texas surprised a local crossing guard with a new car. Here’s the heartwarming story about Trecia Crawford.
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7 Tejanas who shaped history
Tejanas have changed history in ways big and small for as long as we can remember. Check out these seven examples from the music world to politics.
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‘Carry one another’s burden’: Texas pastor marches 90 miles to protest ICE detentions
Garcia, pastor of the immigrant-led Roca de Refugio Church, has seen 18 members of her congregation detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) since last May. To her, the nearly 26 miles she walks each day pale in comparison to what detainees are enduring.
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Celebrating Black excellence: 7 Houstonians honored for their contributions to the city
The Feb. 19 Black History Month Celebration, hosted by Houston City Controller Chris Hollins, honored seven Black Houstonians who have left a lasting impact on the city and the communities they call home.
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Three DFW love stories show how love comes different for everyone
The DFW newsletter subscribers share their love stories.
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Leo Mendoza, 11, reportedly runs into the record books in Houston
11-year-old Leo Mendoza reportedly set a world record at the Aramco Houston Half Marathon on Sunday. Here’s what you need to know.
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A long drive: Dallas-area Hurricane Katrina survivor recounts narrow escape 20 years later
A Forney woman looks back on evacuating New Orleans and finding a new life in Texas.
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Gaining momentum: How a Houston fitness leader is redefining exercise and finding joy in movement again
When Sherilyn Hardy was growing up, her introduction to fitness was through sports, specifically volleyball and lacrosse. Lacrosse, a sport she played competitively, filled her schedule in high school, and even determined which college she chose—joining Baylor University’s women’s lacrosse team on a partial scholarship in 2015.
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Making it in DFW: Dallas concert photographer faked it until she made it & it worked
From Greyhound buses, Costco cameras, and getting paid in beer—to photographing Taylor Swift at the Eras Tour—Madison Truscan has proven she can make it as a concert photographer in Dallas.
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Meet Dallas’ new police chief, Daniel Comeaux
Get to know the new chief of the Dallas Police Department, Daniel Comeaux.
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In Walworth County, neighbors rallied for rides—and rediscovered what it means to be a community
The case that locals made for expanding transportation service to Sundays was different. They argued that the people of Walworth County didn’t only need to get to the grocery store and doctor’s office—they also needed to get to each other.
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10 Reality TV stars from Texas
Some of reality tv’s brightest stars are from Texas. Let’s look at some of the most notable from the last decade.
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Recycle your Christmas tree: Dallas drop-off details
Dallas has launched a post-holiday tree recycling program for the 2024-2025 season. Here’s what you need to know.
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Won’t be home for the holidays? 7 ways to prepare your house before a big trip.
Won’t be home for the holidays? Here are 7 ways to prepare your house before a big trip.
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Where people in Texas are moving to most
People in Texas are moving to other areas of the United States. Here’s where they’re moving to most often.
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Where to find free Thanksgiving meals in Dallas
Dallas announced citywide Thanksgiving food assistance programs, including free turkey distributions and meal events. Find locations and dates for holiday help.
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Dallas launches Digital Art Challenge for all ages
The City of Dallas officially launched Innovate and Create: Digital Art Challenge. Here’s what interested residents need to know.
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New data shows just how little single moms make compared to other parents
As many as 28 percent of single moms live in poverty. Here’s what you need to know about the wage gap for single moms.
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Get free school supplies at the Mayor’s Back To School Fair & other events
Say farewell to summer by catching a free event hosted by the City of Dallas, including the Mayor’s Back to School Fair and MLK Back to School Drive Thru.
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A NASCAR champion to a pediatric nurse: Here are 12 infamous Texas criminals
From a former NASCAR champion to a pediatric nurse, learn about 12 of the more infamous criminals currently serving time in Texas.
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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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Help shelter dogs in Dallas find new homes with the Doggie Daycation Program
Dallas Animal Services (DAS) has launched a brand-new, creative initiative, the Doggie Daycation program. Here’s how you can help shelter dogs in DFW.
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Three comma club: Meet 10 of Texas’ 73 billionaires
From shampoo to spirits, discover how Texas’ most intriguing billionaires made their fortunes.
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Making it in DFW: Meet Caazena Hunter of Pleasant Grove & Cedar Hill
Surviving in DFW is a lot harder than it used to be. Area residents have had to hustle and reassess values to thrive in what was once a low-cost metropolis.
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The zodiac signs of 12 iconic women offer insight into their historic accomplishments
The zodiac signs of 12 iconic women offer insight into their historic accomplishments. Here’s what you need to know about these women and their zodiac signs.
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Texas libraries work to bridge state’s mental health services gap
Texas libraries work to bridge gap in state’s mental health services. Here’s what you need to know about TX libraries providing mental health resources.
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Opal Lee’s new home is in the same place racists forced her family out of 85 years ago
When Opal Lee was 12, a racist mob drove her family out of their Texas home. Now, the 97-year-old community activist is getting closer to moving into a brand new home on the very same tree-lined corner lot in Fort Worth.
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A Texas town was helpless to watch as the largest wildfire in state history engulfed it
A Texas town was helpless to watch as the largest wildfire in state history engulfed it. Here’s what happened in Stinnett, TX.
