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There are ways to make sure you don't miss out. ]]> https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/news/how-to-get-dallas-fifa-world-cup-2026-tickets-now-40642728/feed/ 0 Dallas Observer https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/food-drink/a-soccer-themed-emporium-kicks-off-this-march-at-grandscape-40641099/ https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/?p=40641099 Lauren Drewes Daniels https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/food-drink/a-soccer-themed-emporium-kicks-off-this-march-at-grandscape-40641099/#respond Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:05:00 -0600 The pro-backed “World’s First Soccer Social Club” will combine a neon-lit adult playground and Texas-style menu under one (really big) roof.]]> https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/food-drink/a-soccer-themed-emporium-kicks-off-this-march-at-grandscape-40641099/feed/ 0 Dallas Observer https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/news/dallas-law-enforcement-flush-with-cash-ahead-of-world-cup-40637299/ https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/?p=40637299 Emma Ruby https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/news/dallas-law-enforcement-flush-with-cash-ahead-of-world-cup-40637299/#respond Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:42:32 -0600 Sen. John Cornyn touted the millions secured for the games’ security and said ICE’s presence in DFW “should not be a problem at all.” ]]> https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/news/dallas-law-enforcement-flush-with-cash-ahead-of-world-cup-40637299/feed/ 0 Dallas Observer https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/news/dallas-news-stories-to-watch-out-for-in-2026-40632708/ https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/?p=40632708 Kelly Dearmore https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/news/dallas-news-stories-to-watch-out-for-in-2026-40632708/#respond Wed, 07 Jan 2026 08:30:00 -0600 News The year has just begun, and Dallas news is already filled with major stories that will unfold throughout the year. ]]> https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/news/dallas-news-stories-to-watch-out-for-in-2026-40632708/feed/ 0 Dallas Observer https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/opinion/dallas-skies-pose-world-cup-2026-security-risk-40629361/ https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/?p=40629361 Kelly Dearmore https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/opinion/dallas-skies-pose-world-cup-2026-security-risk-40629361/#respond Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0600 A national security expert points out where Arlington and other World Cup cities could be most vulnerable. ]]> https://dallasobserver-dev-wpvip.md-staging.com/opinion/dallas-skies-pose-world-cup-2026-security-risk-40629361/feed/ 0 Dallas Observer