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Literally hundreds of acts are headed our way this summer in beat-up vans, shiny buses and private jets. Here’s one musi...
06/13/2025

Literally hundreds of acts are headed our way this summer in beat-up vans, shiny buses and private jets. Here’s one music lover’s list of 10 promising concerts to catch in a range of genres and venues.

There’s no shortage of performances to look forward to throughout North Texas.

The ruling likely sets a precedent for similar Child Protective Services cases involving a parent with a criminal histor...
06/13/2025

The ruling likely sets a precedent for similar Child Protective Services cases involving a parent with a criminal history.

Justices say a court may terminate a Houston-area father's parental rights because his "extensive" criminal history and time in prison has endangered his son's life, even if it didn't directly harm the boy.

The lawsuit, filed in Dallas County by Cindy Clemishire and her father, pointed to Morris' previous statement acknowledg...
06/13/2025

The lawsuit, filed in Dallas County by Cindy Clemishire and her father, pointed to Morris' previous statement acknowledging the abuse claims, where he referred to Clemishire as a “young lady.”

Cindy Clemishire accused Robert Morris of sexually abusing her when she was a child — claims he referred to as a "inappropriate relationship with a young lady." Clemishire is suing Morris and Gateway Church for defamation her when she went public with her claims.

The expansion is part of a convention center district project and is estimated to cost between $3.3 billion and $3.5 bil...
06/13/2025

The expansion is part of a convention center district project and is estimated to cost between $3.3 billion and $3.5 billion — a stark increase from the initial $1.9 billion in 2021.

The convention center will be home of the FIFA World Cup International Broadcast Center during the 2026 men's World Cup.

While demonstrators are planning protests across the state, North Texas — home to some of the state's largest cities inc...
06/13/2025

While demonstrators are planning protests across the state, North Texas — home to some of the state's largest cities including Dallas, Fort Worth and Arlington — has the potential for a large turnout across the region.

At least 10 protests are planned across North Texas on Saturday. It comes as part of a national movement from people against the Trump administration and its policies.

Despite a pending green card application and her marriage to a United States citizen, ICE detained Ward Sakeik after she...
06/13/2025

Despite a pending green card application and her marriage to a United States citizen, ICE detained Ward Sakeik after she returned from her honeymoon in February. Sakeik is of Palestinian descent but has no citizenship in any country.

About $12 million worth of improvements and expansions are coming to the Arlington Municipal Airport ahead of the 2026 F...
06/13/2025

About $12 million worth of improvements and expansions are coming to the Arlington Municipal Airport ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The funds approved will help the city to upgrade multiple projects that include public safety and water treatment plants.

The interactive kiosks will display directions, transit updates, and public safety alerts, and provide free Wi-Fi.
06/13/2025

The interactive kiosks will display directions, transit updates, and public safety alerts, and provide free Wi-Fi.

The Dallas City Council approved a contract with vendor IKE Smart City to install as many as 150 interactive kiosks across the city in coming years.

Abbott said the deployment of more than 5,000 National Guard members and 2,000 DPS troopers is meant to support local la...
06/13/2025

Abbott said the deployment of more than 5,000 National Guard members and 2,000 DPS troopers is meant to support local law enforcement. More than 60 anti-Trump protests are planned in major cities across the state this weekend, including Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio.

More than 60 anti-Trump protests are planned in major cities across the state this weekend, including Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio.

Fort Worth staff initiated the application for Historical Marker 24324 in February 2024 with the intention to honor q***...
06/13/2025

Fort Worth staff initiated the application for Historical Marker 24324 in February 2024 with the intention to honor q***r history and culture, according to application materials obtained by the Fort Worth Report through an open records request.

Tarrant Judge Tim O’Hare wrote the Texas Historical Commission demanding repeal of an approved application to recognize local LGBTQ history.

UPDATE 6/12: The U.S. House has passed a bill that would eliminate federal funding for public media. The bill now moves ...
06/12/2025

UPDATE 6/12: The U.S. House has passed a bill that would eliminate federal funding for public media. The bill now moves into the Senate, where it only needs 50 votes to pass. The Senate has until July 18 to act, but you can make a difference now. Learn how you can take action → kera.org/protect

Congress is preparing to vote on a proposal that would eliminate federal funding for public media. This is a serious threat to the programs and services you value from KERA. Now is the time to make your voice heard. Learn how at kera.org/protect.

“We are actively investigating this case and working to identify any individuals who may have been exposed,” Health Dire...
06/12/2025

“We are actively investigating this case and working to identify any individuals who may have been exposed,” Health Director Dr. Philip Huang said in a news release.

Dallas County Health and Human Services said the case involves a woman in her 20s who is fully vaccinated.

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