$20K Grant from FHLB Dallas and BankPlus Paves the Way for Mississippi Family’s First...
MERIDIAN, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 15, 2026-- Jharmain and Charity Inge of Meridian, Mississippi, recently achieved their dream of homeownership with the support of a $20,000 Homebuyer Equity Leverage Partnership (HELP) grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas), awarded through its member BankPlu
The Hard Ceiling over Texas Cities’ Climate Plans
In 2015, a 25-year-old flooring installer named Roendy Granillo collapsed and died of heat stroke on a construction job in Melissa, a small town northeast of Dallas, after his family said he was denied a water break. They carried his story to Dallas City Hall, and the council passed an ordinance on a 10-5 vote, guarant
From Pho to Bánh Mì: The 16 Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Dallas
From strip mall gems and nondescript hideaways to trendy hangouts, Dallas is home to one of the country’s most vibrant Vietnamese dining scenes. You’ll find some of the city’s finest pho, bánh mìs, and sugar cane drinks that taste freshly pressed and served on a street corner in Ho Chi Minh City. The city’s offerings [
DART moves forward with CEO pick despite objections
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is moving forward with a new CEO candidate. Five members voted to delay the vote for a month while they vet out the candidate who most recently joined the conversation.
Caterpillar eyes multimillion-dollar expansion of global headquarters
The bustling streets of Dallas have long attracted corporations seeking room to grow. Now attention turns to how a major manufacturer might reshape its presence there through the Caterpillar Dallas expansion. Executives have been exploring ways to enhance their facilities amid shifting economic landscapes across the na
MS NOW Takes Live Event to Texas Ahead of 2026 Midterms
"...We're bringing our trusted anchors and reporters together to directly engage with our audience for a day filled with lively discussions, meaningful connections, and unforgettable moments..." The post MS NOW Takes Live Event to Texas Ahead of 2026 Midterms appeared first on Barrett Media .
Tiny Westlake Crowned Texas’ $3 Million Mansion Capital
Westlake, a small but very wealthy corner of North Texas, now sits at the top of a statewide list of the most expensive home markets in Texas, with the typical property valued at just over $3.1 million. The new ranking puts a spotlight on ritzy suburbs around Dallas-Fort Worth and exclusive pockets outside Austin, unde
MS NOW Announces Major Pre-Midterm Live Event in Texas: ‘One of the Country’s Defining...
MS NOW is hosting its flagship fan gathering, MS NOW Live: Together in Texas, at the University of Texas in Arlington on September 26, marking the first time the event has been held outside New York. (Image via MS NOW) MS NOW is taking its biggest live audience event to...
Suspect in shooting at Marrero Outback Steakhouse arrested in Texas
The suspect accused of shooting his co-worker during an altercation at an Outback Steakhouse restaurant in Marrero last month has been arrested in Texas, according to the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office. Jeffrey Williams, 40, of Marrero, was taken into custody July 9 in Grand Prairie, Texas, just outside of Dallas,..
Texas lawmakers examine the state’s fragmented response to homelessness
For decades, Texas has largely treated homelessness as a local responsibility. Cities operate shelters and fund outreach programs. Counties run jails and public hospitals. Police officers respond to disturbances, while nonprofit organizations provide housing, treatment and other services. Now, state lawmakers are quest

















