Dallas immigration attorney’s voter registration canceled
DALLAS — Dallas attorney and politician Domingo Garcia is sounding the alarm about potential voter suppression now that he's received a letter from Dallas County Elections telling him that his own voter registration has been canceled. The letter, signed by Dallas County Elections Administrator Paul Adams, says Garcia's voter...
Nearly 250 apartments and six-story hotel with steakhouse proposed in Grapevine
The city of Grapevine will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, April 21, for a zoning change and conditional use permit for a mixed-use development near Grapevine Mills. The property is is at 2800 and 3421 Grapevine Mills Parkway. The land is around 28.70 acres and would be subdivided into four lots, according to city documents. A commercial real estate developer, Trammell Crow...
Transit advocates imagine Addison without DART.
In January, the Addison City Council voted to put a citywide withdrawal from DART on the May ballot, joining five other cities in doing so. (As we mentioned in Leading Off, early voting for May elections starts today.) While half the cities opted to drop their elections, three remain: Addison, Highland Park, and University Park. All three say the move stems from longstanding dissatisfaction...
Lewisville fatal hit-and-run: suspect told officials he hit deer before turning himself in
LEWISVILLE, Texas - A suspect turned himself in to the Denton County Jail last week, a month after he was involved in a fatal hit-and-run in Lewisville. On March 14 at approximately 7 a.m., police responded to a call about a man lying on the northbound service road near E I-35 and Arthurs Lane in Lewisville.
Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD teacher arrested on child grooming charge
CARROLLTON, Texas - Another Carrollton Farmers-Branch ISD teacher was arrested and charged with child sex crimes last month. Carrollton Police arrested Kolby Campbell, a theater teacher at Creekview High School, on March 28 and charged him with child grooming. The alleged incident took place in August 2024. Brice had been...
Frisco family shaken after bobcat attacks dog in backyard
A quiet backyard moment turned into a terrifying encounter when a bobcat attacked a small dog in a North Texas neighborhood, leaving a family shaken and warning others about how close wildlife dangers can get — even in familiar spaces. On Easter Sunday in a neighborhood off Rock Creek...
Booth Creek Wagyu offers vertically-integrated beef in Southlake
The company is vertically integrated, meaning Booth Creek owns the entire meat creation process, starting from the ranch, to its feeding program, processing plant and retail shops. (Heather McCullough/Community Impact) Booth Creek Wagyu now sells steaks, brisket and other meats in Southlake. The company is vertically integrated, meaning Booth Creek...
A Sweet New Addition: Cafe Meltie Opens In Downtown Plano
D owntown Plano’s dining scene just received a touch of artisanal flair. Cafe Meltie officially opened its newest location at 930 East 15th Street, Suite 200, inviting guests to step into a space where modern cafe culture meets neighborhood hospitality. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels transportive. The interiors are polished yet welcoming, designed for lingering conversations over lattes and leisurely...
Changes coming to 650 Walmart stores this year: What customers can expect
Hundreds of Walmart locations across the country are set to be remodeled later this year, the company announced on Thursday.
STIRR Addison Has Closed, Following the Deep Ellum Exit Last Year
We’re aiming to raise $10,000 by April 26. Your support ensures Dallas Observer can continue watching out for you and our community. No paywall. Always accessible. Daily online and weekly in print. STIRR in Addison announced Monday that the restaurant and lounge has closed. An Instagram post explained that...
