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- Talarico outlines economic agenda, pitches ‘New American Dream’ in Arlington
Talarico outlined an economic agenda and pitched a ‘New American Dream’ through a tour. This 'New American Dream Tour' is scheduled to last for one month and include 10 stops, including at a location near DFW later in August.
- July restaurant closures: A famous nitrogen marg, a surf spot and tapas say goodbye
Three restaurants are closing in July, including a nitrogen marg, a surf spot, and a tapas place. One of the closures involves a restaurant that was praised by Guy Fieri in 2012.
- The city’s case for moving Dallas’ 911, 311 dispatch centers out of downtown
Dallas is considering moving its 911 and 311 dispatch centers out of downtown amid uncertainty about City Hall's future. The city may seek voter approval for funding to support major public safety projects.
- Dallas parks could feature billboards as city looks for increased revenue
Dallas parks may include billboards to generate additional revenue as the park department faces a $13.1 million budget cut and seeks a more self-sustaining system.
- Has abortion become the forgotten issue in the 2026 midterm elections?
The article explores whether abortion has become a less-discussed topic in the 2026 midterm elections, highlighting that Texas women continue to advocate for reproductive freedom despite reduced emphasis from elected officials.
- Buc-ee’s sues tiny corner store in Beavercreek for daring to use a beaver mascot (photo comparison)
Buc-ee’s, a Texas-based gas station, is suing a small corner store in Beavercreek for using a beaver mascot, claiming similarity to its own branding. The article also references a mention of 'cake balls' as an additional point of discussion.
- The Dallas City Council is back. So is the melodrama
The Dallas City Council has reconvened, and a proposed change to the city’s real estate rules is being viewed as strategically timed ahead of a vote on the future of City Hall.
- Tony Romo messed up when getting arrested for OWI. Here’s what he should’ve done
Tony Romo was arrested for OWI in July and is on leave from his $17 million per year job while awaiting a hearing. The article discusses errors he made during the arrest and outlines what he should have done differently.
- New sports bar backed by Dallas Stars owner opening in Northlake
Shark Club Sports Bar & Grill, backed by Dallas Stars owner, is opening in Northlake as an elevated sports destination offering a veteran experience with rookie hype.
- Dallas-Fort Worth families face growing hunger as federal cuts make an impact
Dallas-Fort Worth families are experiencing increased hunger due to federal cuts. Texas led the nation in food insecurity for three consecutive years in 2024 and has the most residents losing SNAP benefits in 2025 and 2026.
- Matt Gaetz, Texas congressman named in defamation lawsuit brought by Dallas man
Matt Gaetz, a Texas congressman, is named in a defamation lawsuit by a Dallas man. Gaetz accused the man of a $270-million fraud scheme during a broadcast on the far-right One America News Network.
- North Texas community colleges set to lose millions amid state funding changes
North Texas community colleges are set to lose millions due to state funding changes. The state previously incentivized these colleges to improve student success outcomes but can no longer afford to provide the associated payments.
- Team behind Michelin-starred Houston restaurant to open Masía in Uptown Dallas
The team behind a Michelin-starred Houston restaurant will open Masía in Uptown Dallas, inspired by a Catalonian country farmhouse.
- Dallas arrives at ‘fork in the road’ with White Rock Boathouse dispute
Dallas is at a critical point in its dispute with White Rock Boathouse, where the city claims the operator is violating their contract after years of conflict.
- Protected: Busting common air conditioning myths so you can keep cool
The article addresses common air conditioning myths to help readers stay cool. It is presented as a protected post with no excerpt provided.
- Why 78 degrees isn’t the right thermostat setting for everyone during a heat wave
Public officials and corporate websites recommend setting thermostats to 78 degrees during heat waves to balance comfort and cost. The article argues this setting is not universally suitable for everyone.
- Despite high profile deaths, ‘nothing has changed’ for USPS carriers working in heat
Despite high-profile deaths, USPS carriers in the Dallas area report unchanged working conditions in the heat. Less than half of Dallas-area postal workers have access to air conditioned vehicles, according to a USPS statement.
- 3 younger Dallasites say what they would do with the city’s new budget
Three younger Dallas residents share their ideas for addressing the city's new budget. The city is entering budget season with meetings and town halls starting in August amid a $51 million budget gap.
- White Rock Lake, Trinity River affected by scourge of microplastic pollution
White Rock Lake and Trinity River are impacted by microplastic pollution. The U.S. disposes of enough plastic to fill AT&T Stadium every 16 hours, according to a study by the Environment Texas Research and Policy Center.
- The new teen pregnancy prevention plan isn’t that focused on prevention
The Trump administration is allocating millions of dollars to organizations focused on anatomy, fertility tracking, hormonal production, and 'reproductive goals counseling.' The new teen pregnancy prevention plan is criticized for not emphasizing prevention.
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