North Texas Tourism Hits Record Highs After FIFA World Cup
Arlington hotels earned $31 million in room revenue and Fort Worth's Stockyards saw a 45% visitor surge during the tournament.
Wade RamosJuly 29, 20262 min read
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DC-area youth water polo team heads to Junior Olympics in Dallas
The District Blossoms water polo program is sending two teams to the Junior Olympics competition in Dallas this weekend.
Wade RamosJuly 29, 20261 min read
Dallas Postal Workers Lack AC as Heat Deaths Persist
Federal investigators are examining the death of a Dallas-area mail carrier in extreme heat, while union leaders say working conditions have not improved despite previous fatalities.
Demarcus LindgrenJuly 28, 20262 min read
Dallas Theater Center, AT&T PAC Plan Merger
Two major Dallas performing arts organizations have announced preliminary plans to merge operations, aiming to create a unified model for sustainability and expanded educational access.
Wade RamosJuly 28, 20262 min read
Federal, local officials detail sex trafficking indictments in Dallas
Eight individuals face federal charges following a raid on a Dallas adult bookstore, officials announced at a press conference Tuesday.
Wade RamosJuly 28, 20262 min read
LEGO Builders Recreate UT Dallas Campus for Galleria Display
A detailed LEGO model of the University of Texas at Dallas campus will be unveiled on July 30 before moving to Galleria Dallas to support student scholarships.
Wade RamosJuly 28, 20261 min read
Suspect Arrested After Pleasant Grove Shooting Leaves Woman, Child Injured
Dallas police arrested Jose Bacca Hernandez, 20, on a misdemeanor charge following an early Sunday morning shooting in the Pleasant Grove neighborhood that left a woman and a juvenile hospitalized.
Wade RamosJuly 28, 20261 min read
Texas GOP lowers premium ticket prices for Trump Dallas convention
The Republican Party of Texas has reduced the cost of its top-tier packages for the upcoming September event in Dallas, according to party leadership.
Wade RamosJuly 28, 20261 min read
Dallas Raises Disability Pride Flag at City Hall
The City of Dallas officially raised the Disability Pride Flag at City Hall on July 15, 2026, to mark Disability Pride Month and affirm ongoing commitments to accessibility.
Lena StroudJuly 28, 20262 min read
Dallas Gas Prices Ease to $3.6720 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 28, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.6720 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and equal to the Texas average.
Wade RamosJuly 28, 20261 min read
Dallas ISD schools reopen Tuesday with renewed school zone rules
Twenty Dallas ISD campuses begin the 2026-27 academic year on Tuesday, triggering reduced speed limits and crossing guard patrols in surrounding areas.
Wade RamosJuly 27, 20261 min read
Prism Health North Texas hosts free back-to-school event
Prism Health North Texas is hosting a free back-to-school event on Aug. 8 at its Oak Cliff Health Center, offering sports physicals, dental screenings, school supplies, and haircuts to families.
Wade RamosJuly 27, 20261 min read
Dallas ISD launches AI initiative and summit for educators
Dallas ISD hosted its first AI Summit and launched the AI Champions network to help teachers and students integrate artificial intelligence responsibly.
Wade RamosJuly 27, 20261 min read
'King of the Hill' Season 15 Features Richardson's Influence from Animation to Reality
Season 15 of 'King of the Hill' highlights Richardson's real-life connections.
Wade RamosJuly 27, 20261 min read
How Dallas families can reset before Dallas ISD starts Aug. 11
Dallas ISD starts Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026. Here is a fuller back-to-school guide for Dallas families on routines, bullying, cyberbullying, AI use and honesty.
Wade RamosJuly 27, 20265 min read
Dallas Gas Prices Ease to $3.7010 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 27, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.7010 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
Wade RamosJuly 27, 20261 min read
Dallas Gas Prices Nudge Lower to $3.7190 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 26, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.7190 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
Wade RamosJuly 26, 20261 min read
7/19-7/26 Dallas Real Estate Report: 5,830 Listings, Sale Price Up 9.8%
Realtor.com counted 5,830 Dallas, TX homes for sale as of June 2026, while Redfin reported 2,843 homes sold in May 2026 and a median sale price of $498,702.
Wade RamosJuly 26, 20262 min read
Jasmine Crockett, John Cornyn and Ted Cruz: How Your Members of Congress Voted This Week
Every vote Jasmine Crockett, John Cornyn and Ted Cruz cast in Washington this week, on the record for Dallas.
Lena StroudJuly 25, 20266 min read
Dallas Gas Prices Ease to $3.7330 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 25, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.7330 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
Wade RamosJuly 25, 20261 min read
Back to School: When Dallas Students Return in 2026 and the Key Dates to Know
Dallas's public schools begin the 2026-27 year around August 11, 2026. Here are the first-day and key calendar dates for the districts that serve the city.
Wade RamosJuly 24, 20261 min read