City Council Approves ‘Emergency’ Food Bank Donation After SNAP Benefits Stall
Even as the government shutdown ends, North Texas Food Bank is going into the holidays strained.
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More DFW Flight Cancellations on Wednesday and Thursday, Regardless of Vote
The government shutdown will likely end Wednesday afternoon, but flights across the country will continue to be cancelled to reduce air traffic.
A Second Dallas Law Enforcement Office Has Said No To ICE Partnership Invitation
Dallas City Marshals say ICE asked to have an officer present at the city detention center during every shift.
Dallas Attorney, Conspiracy Theorist Receives Latest Trump Presidential Pardon
The pardon does not affect Sidney Powell’s 2023 guilty pleas in Georgia for election interference.
Shutdown Stifles Second Paycheck For Aviation Workers Feeling ‘Desperate Need’
Paystubs showing $0 are forcing North Texas families to delay paying bills and call off holiday plans.
With Possible End of Shutdown Near, Dallas Flight Cancellations Continue. Here’s the List
Monday, Nov. 10 and Tuesday, Nov. 11 will see dozens more flight cancellations from DFW and Love Field, regardless of if the shutdown ends.
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Federal Court Clears Way for Texas to Enforce Drag Ban, Advocates Not Done Fighting
The ruling vacates a lower court’s 2023 ruling that the Texas drag ban was unconstitutional.
DPD Chief Says Rejected $25M ICE Partnership Required 50 Arrests Per Day
Council member Jaime Resendez rebuked the mayor’s call for Thursday’s meeting, accusing the mayor of engaging in “reckless, self-serving leadership.”
Small Texas Community Takes On Crypto Giant, Loses Bid for Peace
The crypto mine in Hood County drills Bitcoin day in and day out, and it produces a lot of noise while doing it.
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Election Night Results: Predictability in Texas, Predictably Angry Trump in D.C.
The Texas Constitution looks a lot different now, following the successful passage of 17 amendments, including some conservative hot buttons.
UPDATE: Trump Says SNAP Benefits Will Not Resume. His Administration Says They Will.
Food banks are holding onto hope that the government will be up and running soon.
Residents Rallying to Save City Hall Worried That ‘The Fix Is In’
A downtown auditorium was standing room only as residents pleaded for the building to remain standing. Will anyone heed their wishes?
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VP Under Bush and Former Dallas Resident Dick Cheney, Dead at 84.
While living in Dallas, Cheney was CEO of a controversial multinational oil company before becoming Vice President.
Government Shutdown Could Threaten Hundreds of Home Sales in Dallas This Month
As we approach the record for the longest government shutdown, Texas’ housing market could feel a crunch.
After Camp Mystic Tragedy, New Texas Laws Could Shut Down Beloved Summer Camps
Heightened regulations resulting in higher costs for camps could bring summertime sadness around the state.
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Buried on the Ballot, Prop 15 Sparks Fears Over Censorship and Trans Youth Care
It’s not often Texas voters get a say in how the state governs social issues but ‘parental rights’ are on the ballot this year.
Dallas Airbnb Owners Want You To Turn Your House Into A World Cup Rental
One report estimates the average Dallas Airbnb owner could make $4,400 during the games.
The Local Luxury Handbag Designer, Chef and Mom Running For a Texas House Seat
Allison Mitchell has worn many hats. She’s hoping her next one is in the Texas House of Representatives.
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Pei Up or Move Out: Council Split in Early Discussions on Future of City Hall
In the council’s first formal discussion about City Hall’s future, passions ran high and feelings were split on whether to sell or repair the building.
Renovating City Hall Could Cost $345 Million, According to Briefing Doc
To demo, or not to demo? That is the question that the City Council has to address thanks to millions in deferred maintenance.
The Sky Was Crying: Scenes From the Dallas ‘No Kings’ Protest
ICE raids, tyranny, politics and a call for love and political organization were on the agenda at Dallas’ wet No Kings protest.
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1 Woman, Many Causes: How a 62-Year-Old Sparked Fort Worth’s Rush Hour Resistance
Every Tuesday, creative and pointed protest signs greet thousands of Cowtown drivers along busy freeways.