Religious leaders, educators call for reinstatement of Muslim Fort Worth ISD principal
Clergy, teachers and activists voiced their opposition to FWISD’s handling of Shayma Alzubi’s reassignment.
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Texas A&M expands low-income dental care program to North Texas seniors
The College of Dentistry launched the Empowering Smiles Oral Health Initiative Program in 2024 in partnership with Metrocrest Hospital Authority. The program is expanding to provide preventive care to some N...
ICE agent accused of shooting man and filing false report arrested in Texas
Prosecutors say an ICE agent fired into a Minneapolis home occupied by four adults and two children, then falsely claimed he acted in self-defense. He was arrested Friday in Texas.
Paxton appeals after Texas judge strikes down reporting rules for large-county district attorneys
The attorney general promptly appealed the May 7 decision to a statewide appeals court that already signaled it disagreed with Paxton's rules.
A Kenyan court has temporarily halted U.S. plans to open an Ebola quarantine center
A Kenyan court has temporarily halted the opening of a U.S. Ebola quarantine center. The move follows protests over infection risks and claims that the country could be used as a "containment colony."
Oak Cliff community rallies with donations after deadly apartment explosion in Dallas
Residents and volunteers in Oak Cliff are collecting donations for families displaced after a deadly explosion and fire that killed at least three people.
Soil testers were drilling before gas explosion and fire leveled Oak Cliff apartment
A prospective buyer of the 23-unit apartment complex had commissioned the soil tests. Preliminary reports indicated that a natural gas pipeline may have been damaged.
Texas Supreme Court orders Dallas judge to stop requiring masks in her courtroom
An attorney complained about Dallas County Court at Law No. 1 Judge D'Metria Benson's mask mandate in her courtroom. She says it's in place because she has a compromised immune system.
‘Tonight we pray for Oak Cliff’ — Neighbors gather at vigil for victims of apartment explosion
Hundreds gathered Friday night to rally support for all who were affected by an explosion that leveled an Oak Cliff apartment complex, killing three people. —
Artist behind Dallas’ Whaling Wall mural calls new paint job ‘shameful’
The majority of the mural was painted over and will be replaced by a mural celebrating the FIFA World Cup.
Hood County Al data center town hall draws bipartisan concerns over water, noise and local control
Hood County Al data center town hall draws bipartisan concerns over water, noise and local control
Abbott wants district attorneys eligible for impeachment, floats statewide prosecutor role
Abbott wants district attorneys eligible for impeachment, floats statewide prosecutor role
Majority of comments on future of Dallas City Hall call for building repair, restoration
Majority of comments on future of Dallas City Hall call for building repair, restoration
Supreme Court of Texas refuses removal of Texas House Democratic leader who broke quorum last year
Supreme Court of Texas refuses removal of Texas House Democratic leader who broke quorum last year
Gateway Church, Robert Morris settle lawsuit over disgraced pastor's retirement payout
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Alex Brandon / AP PhotoRobert Morris walks out of a Fort Worth courtroom behind his wife Debbie on July 24, 2025. Morris sought a payout after his resignation from Gateway Chu...
Oppose? Expand? Votes in 2 North Texas communities highlight a divide over data center growth
Somervell County leaders voted to oppose new Al data center projects while Red Oak approved a major new campus after hours of public debate over growth, water and infrastructure.
Dallas’ Cure for Paranoia wins NPR’s national Tiny Desk competition
The hip-hop collective placed first out of more than 6,000 entries.
Avride under investigation for self-driving taxi crashes
Uber partner Avride is under investigation for self-driving car crashes involving its automated system that caused property damage and one minor injury.
City of Rowlett 'retools' search for fire chief after losing first slate of finalists
The city and the Rowlett Firefighters Association are in a dispute over the ongoing search for a new permanent fire chief.
Dallas County commissioners hesitant to present homeless tax to voters
Housing Forward and the All Neighbors Coalition — proposed to the county a homelessness response tax to consistently fund efforts.
Ilana Glazer is 'horny for life'
Ilana Glazer is coming to the Majestic Theater on May 13th, 2026. She spoke with Miranda Suarez and Ron Corning about life after Broad City, motherhood and her approach to stand-up.
Mental wellness and behavioral health tops Dallas County health concerns in new report
In the latest Dallas County community health assessment, mental wellness and behavioral health topped the list. An official with Parkland Health explores possible reasons and solutions.
New Wilmer council member aims to take on rapid data center growth
Moses Garcia ran on a platform to regulate data centers in Wilmer.