University Park Beats Highland Park in Mahjong Contest
University Park has earned the right to call itself the Park Cities mahjong champion. Suzanne Duda, a member of the UP Charleston Charmers, took home the top prize on April 18 in the city vs. town mahjong competition hosted by the Highland Park Library and University Park Public Library. She...
TAMKO says forced relocation could cost Dallas $500M as city considers shut down process
The Dallas City Council will vote on Wednesday whether to hire a consultant to research the financial cost of shutting down two controversial factories: GAF in West Dallas and TAMKO in Joppa. But forced shut down or relocation could cost the city millions. A TAMKO spokesperson said in a statement...
Texans Are Flocking to This Enormous Thrift Store That’s Almost Too Good to Be...
Right in the heart of Dallas on Cedar Springs Road sits a thrift store that’s making waves across Texas. Out of the Closet isn’t just another secondhand shop where you dig through dusty bins hoping for a lucky find. This place combines killer deals, daily restocks, and a mission that actually matters, all under one roof that’s become a local favorite for bargain hunters...
Multiple people injured after shooting in DeSoto business parking lot, police say
The DeSoto Police Department said at about 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, officers responded to the shooting in the 900 block of N Hampton Road.
Bread Zeppelin offers free sandwich PROMO through April 22
Bread Zeppelin is offering a free Zeppelin sandwich to customers who show proof of purchase of Panera's Salad Stuffer through April 22nd.
Richardson murder-suicide leaves 3 dead, including 6-year-old
RICHARDSON, Texas - A 6-year-old girl was among the victims in a murder-suicide that happened in Richardson last week. Richardson police got a 911 call from a concerned family member this past Wednesday morning. Officers conducted a welfare check at the family’s home in the 500 block of East Buckingham...
Learning the History of Tenth Street Has Just Become Easier
Present-day Tenth Street is bounded by Interstate 35, East Eighth Street, and Clarendon Drive at the eastern edge of Oak Cliff, not far from the Dallas Zoo. But the community began in the 1880s, south of the Trinity River, as formerly enslaved people settled and began buying lots and homes. By the turn of the century, those families had created a community with...
Dallas weather: Widespread showers, lightning moving through North Texas Tuesday
Widespread rain and isolated storms will impact the morning commute through midday, with highs struggling to reach the mid-60s. Rain chances decrease Wednesday as temperatures begin a steady climb, reaching the mid-70s by Thursday with partly cloudy skies. A dryline setup brings a renewed risk for strong to severe thunderstorms...
Cosmo’s in Dallas Secretly Harbors Some of Texas’ Best Vietnamese Food
An egg yolk the color of a Texas sunset perches atop a voluptuous twirl of Asian wheat linguine. Beyond a scattering of diced green onions and the glowing centerpiece, the dish looks deceptively simple. The taste is anything but. The al dente noodles exhibit a creamy sheen packed with umami from oyster, soy, and fish sauces that have been slowly infused into a lush...
10 best restaurants in Dallas for 2026 shine as culinary standouts
There's no doubt that Dallas' dining scene is booming, from a host of hot new restaurant openings to sweet dessert programs and neighborhood favorites. The annual CultureMap Tastemaker Awards will celebrate them all, including the coveted award for Restaurant of the Year. As the big event approaches on May 7,...

















