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About 150 gather in downtown Dallas for Independence Day rally, Trump protests

A crowd of about 150 gathered at Main Street Garden on a cloudy Friday, holding American flags and signs in protest of the Trump administration. The “We the People, Celebrate the Constitution” demonstration was cohosted by Indivisible Dallas and the Dallas-Fort Worth chapter of 50501, the organization behind the nationwide …
By Casey He
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Mother of missing Everman boy added to FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list

North Texas fugitive Cindy Rodriguez-Singh, charged in the death of her 6-year-old son, has been added to the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list, authorities announced Tuesday. The reward for information leading to her arrest has been increased to $250,000, the FBI and local law enforcement agencies said Tuesday morning …
By Casey He
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Frisco homeowners to get maximum homestead property tax exemption state allows

Just weeks after Gov. Greg Abbott signed legislation for statewide property tax reforms, homeowners in Frisco are slated to see more property tax relief. Frisco City Council unanimously approved an increase in the city’s homestead property tax exemption from 15% to 20% — the maximum allowed by state law — …
By Casey He
• Dallas News

D-FW suburban rental markets surge amid affordable homeownership hurdles

Three years ago, a new job at Advanced Micro Devices in Plano brought Samuel Owens and his family to Dallas-Fort Worth, and they needed a new home. “I started with Plano and just circled out from there, trying to stay within a roughly 60-minute-or-less commute time,” Owens said. “There are …
By Casey He
• Dallas News

North Texas Wildlife Center scouts for new facility as it faces shutdown risk

The North Texas Wildlife Center has taken in 2,500 animals so far this year — opossums, cottontail rabbits, birds and other injured or orphaned animals rescued from the wild. But the nonprofit now has 60 days to find another home, said Rebecca Hamlin, the center’s president, after receiving a city …
By Casey He
• Dallas News

Allen police seize hemp products from Dallas warehouses as Abbott considers total ban

Allen’s smoke shop industry is once again under the spotlight amid a statewide push to ban some hemp products. Allen police, in partnership with the federal Drug Enforcement Administration, raided three Dallas warehouses and several homes for illegal THC products, the police department said in a Tuesday news release. The …
By Casey He
• Dallas News

What to know about the ‘No Kings’ protests across the U.S. today

Thousands of Dallas-Fort Worth area residents protested in rallies across North Texas on Saturday as part of a nationwide mobilization against the policies of President Donald Trump’s administration. The protests coincided with Trump’s birthday and a military parade in Washington to celebrate the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary. The protests came …
By Casey He
• Dallas News

Texas Capitol reopens after arrest connected to threat against lawmakers ahead of protest

The Texas Capitol has reopened after a trooper with the state’s Department of Public Safety arrested a man in connection with a threat, the DPS said in a statement posted on X. In an email alert sent just before 1 p.m. Saturday to lawmakers and Capitol staffers, DPS said it …
By Casey He
• Dallas News

Tiki theme takes over Dallas rooftop bar for the summer

Restaurant The Henry, nestled near Uptown Dallas and Victory Park, has opened a tiki-themed rooftop pop-up, Hank’s Hideaway, for the summer season. What to expect for this island getaway? Festive decor and cabanas with views of downtown Dallas as the backdrop. Tropical cocktails are a main feature. You’ll find margaritas, …
By Syra Castillo
• Dallas News

All-you-can-eat mainstay Cicis Pizza has Plano native at the top

Jeff Hetsel never imagined he would lead Cicis Pizza, the brand that pioneered the all-you-can-eat pizza buffet, as president. Growing up, his dream was to have his own spot. “I absolutely thought I was going to have more of a four-star dining restaurant that I owned, and that was going …
By Syra Castillo
• Dallas News

Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Spring at the Silos is back with concerts, Easter egg hunts

For eight weekends, Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Spring at the Silos will bring together a mix of live music, artisan pop-ups, and interactive activities. Spring at the Silos in Waco will take place from Thursday through Saturday through April 26. The event offers free events, such as artisan popups, live …
By Syra Castillo
• Dallas News

9 festivales de comida que no se puede perder en Dallas-Fort Worth este 2025

Syra Castillo is an intern with The Dallas Morning News' Arts & Entertainment team and is a student at Southern Methodist University. Her coverage areas with the newspaper include food, entertainment, events and more. Syra Castillo is an intern with The Dallas Morning News' Arts & Entertainment team and is …
By Syra Castillo
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9 food festivals not to miss in Dallas-Fort Worth in 2025

From whiskey tastings to barbecue throwdowns, North Texas is packed with food and drink festivals in 2025. Here are nine events for foodie and fun-seekers across Dallas-Fort Worth. America’s largest traveling whiskey festival will be returning on Saturday, March 15 at Fair Park from 4 to 7 p.m. Perfect for …
By Syra Castillo
• Dallas News

How the ‘Keith Lee Effect’ impacted D-FW restaurants, 1 year after food critic’s visit

It’s been a year since TikTok food critic Keith Lee visited nine restaurants and food businesses across Dallas-Forth Worth, delivering his standard one- to three-minute reviews that instantly sent the local establishments into the spotlight. With 17 million TikTok followers, Lee’s opinion and reach has the power to influence the …
By Syra Castillo
• Dallas News

Organization behind grilled-cheese-for-good food truck opens brick-and-mortar restaurant

A restaurant with a purpose has opened in South Dallas near St. Philip’s School and Community Center. Ruthie’s Cafe, part of nonprofit The Good Foundation, opened the week of Feb. 10 on Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, about 1.5 miles from downtown Dallas. The concept started as a food truck …
By Syra Castillo
• Dallas News

Dallas Fire-Rescue debuts pilot program for blood transfusions on ambulances

In a bid to save more lives across the city, a new program in Dallas will deliver blood transfusions on the way to the hospital to critically injured patients and others suffering massive blood loss. Since Feb. 5, two units of packed red blood cells have been available on emergency …
By Doyle Rader
• Dallas News

Broadway musical Anastasia to open in Dallas

The Family Music Theatre is bringing the musical Anastasia to North Texas in February. Anastasia will transport its audience to Imperial Russia and Paris of the 1920s as it explores the idea of self-discovery. Based on the 1997 film starring Meg Ryan, this beloved musical tells the legend of Anastasia, …
By Syra Castillo
• Dallas News

TCU safety, Arlington Seguin product Jamel Johnson plans to enter transfer portal

TCU safety Jamel Johnson plans to enter the transfer portal according to his agent Noah Reisenfeld. Johnson played two seasons as a Horned Frog. During his freshman season, he played in 10 games and had 19 tackles. This season, he tallied 42 solo tackles and 2.0 TFL. He played in …
By Sarah Smith
• Dallas News

TCU women’s basketball comes in at No. 9 in AP poll, highest ranking in program history

TCU women’s basketball secured its highest ranking in program history Monday, jumping from No. 17 to No. 9 in the latest AP poll. The Horned Frogs have posted an 8-0 start to the season, grabbing wins over No. 13 NC State and No. 3 Notre Dame. The last time TCU …
By Sarah Smith
• Dallas News

TCU veteran LB Shad Banks Jr. announces intent to enter transfer portal

TCU veteran LB Shad Banks Jr. announced he will be entering the transfer portal on December 9. Banks played four seasons for the Horned Frogs and tallied 113 tackles, two sacks, two forced fumbles and an interception in his time in Fort Worth. He only played in four games in …
By Sarah Smith
• Dallas News

5 takeaways from TCU-Cincinnati: Horned Frogs’ defense stops Bearcats’ late comeback

TCU secured its final regular season victory on a snowy night in Nipper Stadium against Cincinnati, 20-13. The Horned Frogs’ defense stopped the Bearcats from a second-half comeback despite the offense not scoring any points. Here are five takeaways from the win. TCU WR Jack Bech and CB Lamareon James …
By Sarah Smith
• Dallas News