Fried Dough and Fresh Starts: How the State Fair Gives People Second Chances
For most, going to the fair is a butter-soaked burden. But for the people working behind the counter, the fair is home.
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Dallas Police Blow Past Hiring Goals After Dropping Degree Rule, Upping the Pay
The Dallas Police Department’s recruiting efforts seem to be working.
The 29 North Texas Schools and Districts Cashing A Check For Teaching The Bible
The controversial Bluebonnet Learning materials carry a large financial incentive. Here’s what local districts and schools are roughly set to make.
‘Pollution Doesn’t Stop’ as Lingering Government Shutdown Triggers More Layoffs
The Trump administration is using the government shutdown to layoff more federal employees, at the detriment of the economy and the environment.
Trump Calls Mavericks Owner ‘Darling’ and ‘Great Woman’ During Israeli Hostage Release
The Israel-born Mavericks owner received a round of applause as the president acknowledged her Israel advocacy.
Dallas Is A Hotbed For Cockfighting. Animal Rights Activists Are Ready For The Ring
A bill to strengthen cockfighting laws failed last session. But a new bill at the federal level has Texas support, and it could be the trigger for necessary trickle down changes.
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After Texas Failure, Possible THC Ban Blazing Away At The Federal Level.
The government shutdown has bought you some time before you need to seriously consider stocking up on THC-infused products.
Trick or Treat? Dallasites At Risk of Experiencing A Break-In This Halloween
While you’re out collecting treats, be cautious of people potentially pulling tricks on the night that welcomes disguises.
‘Repent or Burn’: Christians Turn Controversial Mosque Into Abbott-Fueled Battlefield
The leaders of the East Plano Islamic Center respect their protestors, they just wish they’d lower the volume
Why Are the Men So Much Hotter in Austin?
‘Hot take,’ as in they’re hot and we’ll take them.
Dallas Renters Catch a Break as Competition Eases, but Housing Crisis Still Looms
Finding a place to live in Dallas’ peak rental season was easier this summer than last.
5 North Texas Campuses Named Lone Star Ribbon Schools
It’s like the old national Blue Ribbon School award, but more of a Texan thing now.
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Government Shutdown Is ‘Republican Assault On Working Class,’ Says Dallas Rep.
A partisan deadlock on federal healthcare programming has triggered a government shutdown. Millions could lose benefits, thousands are without pay, and there’s no end in sight.
City Hall Puts the Lid on Alley Trash Service Changes For Now
In this scenario, one man’s proposed trash service changes are nobody’s treasure.
East Dallas Family Faces Eviction, Presses Charges Against Son for Allegedly Stealing Home
The Mendoza family is still on the verge of losing their house, but they’re trying some different things first.
New Texas Task Force to Tackle ‘Decidedly Un-Christian’ Gun Violence At Churches
A Michigan church mass shooting has spurred action from the governor. Critics say it’s not enough, some say at least it’s something.
FWISD Set For Huge Pay Day After Approving Bible-Infused Learning Materials
The district will receive about $4 million dollars for adopting the new materials that critics have called “biblically illiterate.”
Is An AI-Designed Girlfriend Cheating? Maybe Not, But It’s Definitely Weird.
Boyfriend spending a lot of time on ChatGPT? Better make sure he’s not planning on proposing to it.
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New Law Turns Teachers Into ‘Foot Soldiers’ For ‘Anti-Inclusion Crusade’
A new law bans teachers from observing pronouns that differ from the ones assigned at birth. It also bans DEI extracurriculars.
1 Detainee Dead, 2 Injured in ‘Targeted Attack’ at Dallas ICE Facility
A shooter was found on the roof of a nearby office building.
‘Sickened By the Comments’: Officials React To Dallas ICE Office Sniper Attack
Politicians didn’t waste any time in letting everyone know how they felt about the deadly shooting.
Goodbye, STAAR Test. Hello, Something ‘Worse’
Everyone hates the STAAR test, but educators are not a fan of the state’s new replacement.