Dallas pushes streetcar updates and expansion, but funding remains a question
The city of Dallas is exploring possible expansions of its streetcar network, but questions remain about how the project will be funded.
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How the youngest UNT Dallas master's graduate earned her degree at 18 years old
Hana Taylor Schlitz knew from a young age she wanted to help people.This week the 18-year-old graduated from UNT Dallas with a master’s in public leadership with a concentration in emergency services administration, becoming the youngest person in the school’s history to receive their graduate degree
City of Rowlett 'retools' search for fire chief after losing first slate of finalists
The city of Rowlett said it's retooling its search for a new permanent fire chief amid a dispute with the firefighters' association over the recruitment process.The city last week named Mitchell Randles from Temple, Texas, as its new interim chief. He replaces former interim chief Chris Ensley, who served in the role for two months and has the backing of the association but was not considered a finalist for the role.“The interim appointment is intended to ensure uninterrupted fire and emergency...
North Texas barbershop is creating a sensory safe environment for neurodivergent kids
In North Texas, Trimmy’s is changing the game for haircuts catered to children who are neurodivergent.Henry “Tribes” Amoloja is a barber for neurodivergent children in Dallas and Richardson.
SMU, United Methodist Church resolve legal dispute over control of university
Southern Methodist University and the regional conference of the United Methodist Church have reached an agreement to end a legal dispute over control of the school.
The Nordstrom at Galleria Dallas – the first in Texas – set to close in May
After decades at Galleria Dallas, Nordstrom will close this spring.
Texas can begin enforcing drag ban amid ongoing lawsuit
A Texas law banning some drag performances in public spaces goes into effect today, though a lawsuit challenging it is ongoing.
As North Texas school districts turn to virtual options, some hope it will bring back students
School districts across North Texas are rolling out full-time virtual and hybrid learning programs for high school students this fall.
UNT students showcase dandyism and Black excellence on last day of Black History Month
The University of North Texas Black Student Union capped off Black History Month with a fashion show highlighting dandyism and Black excellence.
As some cities cancel DART withdrawal elections, Addison moves ahead
An earlier version of this story misattributed a quote to Randy Smith. It has been corrected to attribute the quote to Chris DeFrancisco.
Dallas Fire-Rescue expands 'life-saving' blood program
Dallas Fire-Rescue is expanding a blood program officials say has saved dozens of lives in its first year.
UPDATE: Four more cases of measles confirmed in Rockwall County
Rockwall County has reported four additional measles cases this week, bringing the total number of confirmed cases this year to three.
Dallas school board sends $6.2 billion bond package to voters
Dallas ISD will ask voters this spring to approve the largest bond package in Texas state history.
Dallas City Council endorses lowering majority vote on DART board ahead of withdrawal elections
After months of negotiations between Dallas Area Rapid Transit and member cities, Dallas leaders voted to pull back the city’s voting share on the DART board ahead of this spring’s withdrawal elections.
The winter storm spiked Texas gas bills. Here's how to manage the increase
North Texans navigated icy roads and record-low temperatures during last month’s winter storm.
Hutchins city leaders meet to discuss ICE detention center as residents continue opposition
Hutchins city leaders met briefly Wednesday to discuss a proposed immigration facility as residents and local lawmakers gathered to oppose it.
Here are the North Texas athletes representing Team USA in the Winter Olympics
Athletes from around North Texas are headed to Italy to compete in this month's 2026 Winter Olympics.
Dallas committee considers additional safety measures after fatal park shooting
A Dallas Park Board member is calling for more safety measures after a fatal shooting at an East Dallas park last week.
I-30 to close through downtown Dallas — again
For the second time this month, Interstate 30 through downtown Dallas will close this weekend for construction.
DART still considering proposals to stave off withdrawal elections
Dallas Area Rapid Transit board members are still considering how to respond to requests from cities looking to leave the system as a sixth member plans to hold a withdrawal election.
Dallas City Council puts tougher restrictions on proposed bullet train to Fort Worth
The Dallas City Council this week placed more restrictions on where a proposed bullet train connecting the city to Fort Worth can be built.
Here are the 2026 James Beard Award semifinalists in North Texas
The James Beard Awards on Wednesday announced its 2026 semifinalists for the 40th annual Restaurant and Chef Awards which honor extraordinary talent in culinary and food media across the United States.
I-30 in downtown Dallas closes this weekend. Here’s how to navigate the traffic
Drivers in North Texas should expect a closure on Interstate 30 through downtown Dallas this weekend as part of planned Texas Department of Transportation construction.
Chunky Potz; A funky and fun reinvention of hand-built pottery — Nopality Magazine
A new form of pots has made its way through Dallas, Texas with Chunky Potz. Straying away from the ordinary ceramic pots, Chunky Potz brings a new twist inspired by bold colors, elephants, and Latino culture.Alex Martinez, owner of Chunky Potz, was inspired to create his business with his hobby of collecting rare succulents, agaves, and cacti. After a while, Martinez wanted the pots to match the aesthetic of his plants.“I started doing some research and I’d seen there was some potters in Califor...
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