Hammerhead Worms Found in DFW Area
Residents in the DFW metroplex, including Pantego, are urged to watch for large, invasive hammerhead worms. These flatworms have a wide, spade-shaped head, grow 8–15 inches long, and appear gray, brown, gold, or green. They produce a toxin called tetrodotoxin, which can irritate skin and cause nausea or vomiting in...
La Mafia and Emilio Navaira Tribute Make History at Longhorn Backyard Amphitheater in Dallas
On a historic night at the Longhorn Backyard Amphitheater in Dallas, La Mafia and a heartfelt tribute to Emilio Navaira—performed by his sons Diego Navaira and Emilio Navaira IV—made history as the first Latino acts to take the stage at the venue. Located beside the legendary Longhorn Ballroom, a stage that has...
No Kings protests: Dallas man arrested on elderly assault charge
DALLAS - The suspect who was arrested during this past weekend's "No Kings" rally in Downtown Dallas allegedly punched an elderly man before being detained by Dallas Police. Dallas Police confirmed 57-year-old Chad Rodgers was arrested during Saturday's "No Kings" rally and charged with assault against an elderly or...
Arlington dentist’s office participated in kickback scheme, Texas AG says
An Arlington dentist’s office was part of a scheme to defraud Medicaid, the Texas Attorney General said Monday. Attorney General Ken Paxton accused multiple dental providers , including Stadium Dental in Arlington, of participating in the scheme. The defendants, including Stadium Dental, allegedly performed...
10 best sandwich shops in Dallas serve deli classics and new favorites
The annual CultureMap Tastemaker Awards honor the best in Dallas food and drink, and as part of the program, each year we introduce one wildcard category that highlights a buzzy part of the city's culinary scene. Our 2026 wildcard category will crown the restaurant that serves Dallas' Best Sandwich. Our...
Jason Garrett’s New Dallas Restaurant Is the Hottest Seat in Town
Have you been to the Knox-Henderson neighborhood lately? If not, we need to let you know it’s evolved beyond its Cafe Madrid and Chuy’s roots. The former has fought hard to maintain its legacy; the latter looks like it’s about to be bulldozed, probably to make way for more avocado toast (actually, it’s a...
Two Teens Arrested After Burglary Attempt at Irving Mall
IRVING, Texas — Two young men were arrested after an attempted burglary at Irving Mall late Monday night, police said. Officers were dispatched on March 23, 2026, to a burglary-in-progress call at the mall. Upon arrival, officers searched the property and located two suspects attempting to flee. Both were detained...
11-year-old shoots child on elementary school playground near Dallas
The 11-year-old who was wounded was airlifted to an area hospital in stable condition.
Family Fun with Elite News
It was fun for the entire family at the 14th annual Easter Egg-travaganza held at the William cblair Park in Sonny South Dallas. There was food, entertainment, bounce houses, bike giveaways, and plenty of participants in the Easter egg hunt.
Ernest McMillan, R.I.P.
When Ernest McMillan was young and living in Dallas, he stood in line to make a point. The Majestic Theatre was segregated at the time, and he and other young Black Dallasites would go to church, then stand in line to buy a ticket—not to the balcony, but downstairs, where the whites were sitting.
