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SMU announces it will become sixth ACC men's lacrosse program in spring of 2028

NBC DFW 10/15 10:09A Lia Assimakopoulos, Staff Writer

For the first time in over 20 years, SMU is adding a new varsity sport. SMU Athletics announced Thursday the launch of a men’s lacrosse program, which will be the first Division I men’s lacrosse team in Texas and the first new varsity sport at...

Driver charged in crash that killed SMU student had BAC nearly 4 times legal limit: expert

NBC DFW 10/2 4:46A Jane Harper, Staff Writer | The

A Dallas woman charged with killing a Southern Methodist University student in a crash on a Central Expressway feeder road had nearly four times the legal limit of alcohol in her blood after the...

Neiman Marcus releases renderings of NorthPark store upgrades

NBC DFW 10/2 1:17A Laura Harris

Neiman Marcus closed its downtown Dallas flagship store on Wednesday , September 30, which had stood there for more than 110 years. Leaders said the closure brings new beginnings, and they released renderings of upgrades at the NorthPark store....

North Texans prepare for heavy rain, flooding threat as state activates emergency resources

NBC DFW 9/30 8:15A Alanna Quillen

After more than three months of little to no measurable rainfall, North Texans may finally see significant rain this week. But along with the much-needed drought relief comes growing concern about the...

Atmos contract workers hospitalized after pipe ‘exploded' in Dallas Monday: DFR

NBC DFW 9/28 7:03A Charles Nichelson

Dallas police, fire, and Atmos Energy responded to a reported gas leak at the Alexan Riveredge Apartments in the Design District neighborhood of the city this morning. Dallas police assisted with traffic control; Atmos shut off the gas and is...

Jennings becomes SMU's career passing leader as No. 22 Mustangs overcome MO State

NBC DFW 9/28 2:56A Stephen Hawkins | The Associated

Kevin Jennings threw for 464 yards to become SMU’s career passing leader as the No. 22 Mustangs overcame an early 10-point deficit for a 34-24 win over Missouri State and the coach who used to be his offensive coordinator. “Absolutely fantastic,”...

No. 16 SMU's visit to No. 23 Louisville headlines ACC's Week 3 schedule

NBC DFW 9/17 6:09A Aaron Beard | The Associated Pre

Things to watch this weekend in the Atlantic Coast Conference: Game of the week No. 16 SMU (2-0, 1-0 ACC) at No. 23 Louisville (1-1, 0-0), Saturday, 2:30 p.m. CT (ESPN2) This is an early matchup of the teams picked to be the top contender to...

2026 Tax Rate Election

UP Texas News 8/24 4:58A

On November 3, University Park voters will consider Proposition A, a proposed property tax rate increase. Learn about the proposal, how additional revenue would be used to support City services, and important voting information.