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Inmate dies while in custody in Tarrant County

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 5/28 11:34A Doug Myers

FORT WORTH Another Tarrant County inmate has died while in custody. The inmate was pronounced dead Monday after being taken to John Peter Smith Hospital, according to a...

Irving neighbors help one another after fallen trees block roads, land on homes

NBC DFW 5/28 10:49A Wayne Carter

It s the kind of wake-up call no one wants. Trees were cracking, breaking, slamming onto, and sometimes into roofs. My room s right there in the corner. We could hear a big thud, and I was just like,...

Texas primary runoff election 2024: results tracker

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 5/28 10:46A S.E. Jenkins

NORTH TEXAS - Texans are deciding this Tuesday Democrats and Republicans they want to see in the November ballot after candidates in several key congressional, legislative and...

Big races and key questions during primary runoff Election Day

NBC DFW 5/28 10:37A Phil Prazan

Voters head back to the polls Tuesday for party primary runoffs to decide who ll be on ballots in November. On March 6, if a candidate for a race failed to receive more than 50% of the vote the two...

Parts of North Texas experiencing high water and flooding

NBC DFW 5/28 10:27A Dominga Gutierrez

Texas Sky Ranger flew over creeks, lakes and areas with high water on Tuesday afternoon after days of rain raised water levels. A River Flood Warning is in effect for nine...

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J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Award Luncheon Move To A Bigger Venue Due To Honorees Ashlee And Chris...

My Sweet Charity 5/28 12:30P Jeanne Prejean

Chris and Ashlee Kleinert In 1964 when the late Erik J. Jonsson was sworn as Dallas major, Ashlee Hunt and Chris Kleinert were just toddlers. It would be years later that Ashlee and Chris would meet...

Evenflo Xplore Wagon vs. Radio Flyer City Luxe Wagon

Brighton The Day 5/28 9:57A megan hopkins

As my kids get older, it s become more and more of a struggle getting them in and out of places. I was on the hunt for something that was easy but not a full-on stroller. A...

JUST IN: Kansas City Chiefs First Lady Tavia Hunt To Chair 2026 Sweetheart Ball

My Sweet Charity 5/28 4:30A Jeanne Prejean

Gracie Hunt and Tavia and Clark Hunt (File photo) While Clark Hunt is accepting pats on the back for being named the 2024 H. Neil Mallon Awardee , his wife Tavia Hunt has also had some news of her...

JUST IN: Dallas’ Own Kansas City Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt To Receive 2024 H. Neil Mallon Award

My Sweet Charity 5/27 4:30A Jeanne Prejean

Clark Hunt (File photo) Despite the Swiftees to Rashees news regarding the Kansas City Chiefs players, their owner/Dallas hometowner Clark Hunt is being celebrated by the World Affair Council of...

A Day To Honor Those Who Paid The Ultimate Price For Their Country Over The Past 163 Years

My Sweet Charity 5/24 10:30A Jeanne Prejean

Not all holidays involve gifts and partying. Memorial Day is one of those exceptions. While it unofficially kicks off summer, with most schools out and many families heading to pools and other places...

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Letter to the Editor: Another Bond Election?

People Newspapers Schools 5/28 4:00A Contributor

When I was getting ready to have repairs done on my college car my grandfather said, “Watch out, you don’t put good money in after bad.” So, I sold my car. It hurt but it...

Congratulations, HPHS Class of 2024

People Newspapers Schools 5/26 5:51A Sarah Hodges

Highland Park High School celebrated the graduation of 550 students on May 24 at SMU’s Moody Coliseum.

Town Hall & Library Closure

HPTX Library 5/24 7:12A

Town Hall & Library will be closed Monday, May 27.

Seay Tennis Center to Offer Summer Programs

People Newspapers Schools 5/23 11:36A Sarah Hodges

Young tennis aces can have a smashing good time at HPISD’s Seay Tennis Center this summer.

Bachman Lake Togethers CAN Graduation Celebrates Parent Leaders and Their Preschool Graduates

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 5/23 5:30A Culver Public Relations

Two generations received recognition at Bachman Lake Togethers annual Community Action Network (CAN) graduation ceremony, which celebrated the achievements of parent leaders and preschool graduates in...

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Free Whataburger Today on App

Crave DFW 5/28 9:02A Steven Doyle

Today is National Burger Day, and Whataburger is celebrating by offering its customers a free burger or triple reward points exclusively on the Whataburger Rewards App. This offer is available at all...

Best Burgers in Dallas 2024

Crave DFW 5/28 3:00A Steven Doyle

by Steven Doyle We have compiled what we think are the better burgers in Dallas. This said, let us begin in no particular order, except for the first burger which we consider our favorite in the...

Halter Ranch Brings Hollywood on the Highway to Texas

Texas Wine Lover 5/28 1:22A Laurie Ware

Another new winery debuting on the Texas wine road this spring located between Stonewall and Fredericksburg is one more winery with roots elsewhere other than Texas. Surely if you have traveled...

4 Budget-Friendly Tips for Hosting a Wine Tasting Party

Texas Wine Lover 5/28 12:07A Guest

Planning a wine-tasting party that s both stylish and budget-friendly might seem like a tall order but with some clever planning and insider tips, it’s more than achievable. The key is to blend...

Brace Yourself the Design District Lands Its First Rooftop Restaurant With Culinary Dropout

Eater Dallas 5/24 4:59A Courtney E. Smith

Rendering of the rooftop bar at Culinary Dropout in Dallas. | Culinary Dropout This spot from the company behind the Henry is set to open on June 12 The Design District has become a destination for...

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SAVINGS??, SALES, & MORE!??????

The Sister Studio 5/27 3:08A Jennifer Reed

Hi my friends! On this Memorial Day, we honor and remember all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their bravery and selflessness will never be forgotten. Thank you for your...

FOUR SUMMER DRESSES + MEMORIAL DAY SALES

The Middle Page 5/24 6:25A Cathy Williamson

FOUR SUMMER DRESS + MEMORIAL DAY SALES Happy Memorial Day Weekend! Can you get over that summer is here? I feel like it was just Christmas! I love summer, but not when it is 110 degrees in Dallas!...

My Favorite Home Decor From Wayfair’s Memorial Day Clearance!

Color and Chic 5/20 7:15A Hoang-Kim

I m so excited to be partnering with Wayfair to share some of my favorite home decor from their Memorial Day Clearance. We have purchased so many items from Wayfair for our home, including some big...

WHITE SUMMER SKIRTS

The Middle Page 5/19 5:54A Cathy Williamson

Hi! I hope you are having a great weekend! We flew to Montana on Thursday and will head home tomorrow. We came to buy some furniture for a little place we bought in Deer Lodge at Rock Creek Cattle...

Amazon, Target ??, and MORE! ??????

The Sister Studio 5/19 3:58A Jennifer Reed

Happy Sunday, my friends!! We had a busy day of kids sports yesterday, and are going to take it easy today and rest up for the kids last week of school next week! I think my entire house is counting...

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Playing Through Injuries, Spieth Trying to Regain Traction

People Newspapers Sports 5/23 9:43A Todd Jorgenson

The former Jesuit Dallas standout has remained competitive on the PGA Tour and continued to flash signs of greatness. He’s still ranked among the top 25 golfers in the world.

Gribble Keeps Grinding, Wherever His Golf Career Takes Him

People Newspapers Sports 5/23 9:18A Todd Jorgenson

During the first four months of this year, Cody Gribble played in golf tournaments in Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, the Dominican Republic, Panama, and Colombia.

Champions Bring Home a Win at This Year’s Buddy Bowl

People Newspapers Sports 5/20 6:33A Sarah Hodges

Records were broken and champions crowned in this year’s action-packed seventh annual Buddy Bowl.

Scots QB Competition Heats Up in Spring

People Newspapers Sports 5/17 12:00A Todd Jorgenson

Highland Park, which will move to Class 5A next season, has shown intensity and featured depth at several positions in spring practice.

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Welcome to Coppell, Texas: Your New Hometown Awaits

VIP Realty 5/26 10:34A tom@57realty.com (Thomas Heinz)

Hey there If you’re on the hunt for a spot in Texas that perfectly blends community warmth with the perks of city living, let me take a moment to rave about Coppell. This...

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Aetna helps Dallas employers support employee wellbeing, provide health care

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 5/27 7:00P Darren Bruton

For the first time, the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex surpassed 8 million residents between 2022 and 2023. It marked the largest population increase of any U.S. metropolitan...

ALS advocacy takes center stage in Texas

Spectrum Local News Health 5/25 9:35A Dylan Scott

There are nearly 3,000 Texans living with ALS

Tips to avoid heat-related illness this Memorial Day weekend

Spectrum Local News Health 5/24 5:13A Christine Sanchez

Heat-related illnesses include heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, sunburn and heat rash.

Children’s Bereavement Center working on the mental health of those affected in Uvalde

Spectrum Local News Health 5/24 4:00A Amber Hughes

Children, parents and first responders are treated at the bereavement center to heal from the tragedy that struck Uvalde two years ago.

Daily marijuana use outpaces daily drinking in the U.S., a new study says

Spectrum Local News Health 5/22 5:34A Associated Press

Research shows that high-frequency users are more likely to become addicted to marijuana and more likely to develop cannabis-associated psychosis.

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Slim Chickens Launches New Loaded Fries Limited-Time Offer

Restaurant News 5/28 11:35A RestaurantNews.com

The fresh, delicious chicken franchise is kicking off summer with several LTOs, including the introduction of its Loaded Fries with Chicken Bacon Ranch. Fayetteville, AR (...

Now Hiring: Restaurant Industry Projected to Add 525,000 Summer Jobs

Restaurant News 5/28 9:44A RestaurantNews.com

Restaurants are the nation s professional training ground, providing skills for a lifetime of success Washington, DC ( RestaurantNews.com ) A summer job in the restaurant...

45 Easy Summer Dinner Ideas

Love and Lemons 5/28 4:00A Jeanine Donofrio

If you re looking for new summer dinner ideas, you re in the right place! Below, you ll find 45 of my best summer dinner recipes. They include easy weeknight pastas, fresh summer salads, quick grilled...

Healthy Peanut Butter Cookies

The Healthy Maven 5/27 11:00P Davida Lederle

This recipe for Healthy Peanut Butter Cookies is made with just 3 simple ingredients and in only 1 bowl! A The post Healthy Peanut Butter Cookies appeared first on The Healthy...

Strawberry Bruschetta

Joyful Healthy Eats 5/26 11:00P Krista

This fruity strawberry bruschetta with a creamy goat cheese spread is an easy summer appetizer for your next party. A tangy balsamic reduction drizzle and fresh basil make them irresistibly...