‘Radical far right agenda’: Texas school districts reject state’s Bible-themed curriculum
This coming school year, the Fairfield, Texas, school district, about halfway between Dallas and Houston, will roll out a new K-5 reading program that includes multiple biblical references. But the staff, hoping to avoid debates over families’ religious beliefs, has chopped roughly 30 sections out of the curriculum,...
Truck falls from bridge on Hwy. 121 in Grapevine
GRAPEVINE, Texas - A vehicle fell from a bridge in Grapevine following a crash on Friday morning. This Special Salt Can Burn Fat Cells While You Are EatingMillions are adding this pink salt trick to their routine — and noticing surprising changes in their waistline. Watch The Full Video That Explains...
State Fair of Texas Announces Attractions, Entertainment Lineup, and Weekend Rodeos for 2025 Fair
Fan favorites, awe-inspiring performances, live music, and so much more. DALLAS – August 1, 2025 – The State Fair of Texas is excited to announce the free entertainment lineup for the 2025 State Fair. Hundreds of activities are spread throughout the fairgrounds during all 24 days of the State Fair, free with your...
Dallas Is a Pothole Hellscape. This Man is On A Mission to Fix That
We know — the economic times are hard. We believe that our work of reporting on the critical stories unfolding right now is more important than ever. We need to raise $6,000 to meet our goal by August 10. If you’re able to make a contribution of any amount, your dollars will make an immediate difference in helping...
Dallas man arrested with drugs and firearm after police observation
DALLAS, Texas - A 31-year-old man was arrested after being observed engaging in suspected drug transactions in downtown Dallas, according to police. Kenneth Dunson, of Dallas, Texas, was found with drugs and a firearm, police say. On July 27, 2025, at approximately 11:50 a.m., officers from the Downtown Task Force...
A Magical Harry Potter Exhibit Is Opening In Dallas After Captivating Over 3 Million...
July 31 is a special day in the wizarding world, as it marks the birth date of Harry Potter himself. This year, the date aligns with some very welcome news that Harry Potter™: The Exhibition is headed to Dallas after enchanting over 3.3 million fans globally!. Opening at the...
Dallas enforces stricter street-feeding rules – advocates vow legal fight
Dallas officials have started enforcing tougher rules on volunteers handing out food to the homeless - now requiring advance notification, sanitation measures, and clean-up plans for all food distribution events.
UTA researchers use recycled plastic to build better roads, lessen waste
If you drive on State Highway 205 or Goliad Road in Rockwall, you are helping test a new asphalt mix engineered by student researchers at the University of Texas at Arlington. "So, you know we are trying to solve two problems; one plastic waste, which is creating a lot of issues. Two, cracked roads or potholes," UTA...
Dona Maria Mexican Restaurant now open in Richardson
Dona Maria offers Mexican fare in Richardson. (Michael Crouchley/Community Impact) Dona Maria Mexican Restaurant is now open in Richardson's Dal-Rich Towne Square. The restaurant offers a variety of tortas, burritos, tacos, enchiladas, gorditas and more. Dona Maria has another location in Dallas. Michael joined...
Dallas Police Terminate Two Employees; Officer Arrested for Aggravated Assault
DALLAS — On July 30, 2025, the Dallas Police Department held disciplinary hearings resulting in the termination of two employees. A third officer turned himself in on a felony warrant. Police Dispatch Analyst Kenyon Campbell, Communications Division, was terminated for causing a disturbance in the workplace. Campbell...