UPDATE: Federal Judge Orders Trump Administration to Fund SNAP Benefits
Food banks are holding onto hope that the government will be up and running soon.
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Government Shutdown Could Threaten Hundreds of Home Sales in Dallas This Month
As we approach the record for the longest government shutdown, Texas’ housing market could feel a crunch.
After Camp Mystic Tragedy, New Texas Laws Could Shut Down Beloved Summer Camps
Heightened regulations resulting in higher costs for camps could bring summertime sadness around the state.
Buried on the Ballot, Prop 15 Sparks Fears Over Censorship and Trans Youth Care
It’s not often Texas voters get a say in how the state governs social issues but ‘parental rights’ are on the ballot this year.
Dallas Airbnb Owners Want You To Turn Your House Into A World Cup Rental
One report estimates the average Dallas Airbnb owner could make $4,400 during the games.
The Local Luxury Handbag Designer, Chef and Mom Running For a Texas House Seat
Allison Mitchell has worn many hats. She’s hoping her next one is in the Texas House of Representatives.
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Pei Up or Move Out: Council Split in Early Discussions on Future of City Hall
In the council’s first formal discussion about City Hall’s future, passions ran high and feelings were split on whether to sell or repair the building.
Renovating City Hall Could Cost $345 Million, According to Briefing Doc
To demo, or not to demo? That is the question that the City Council has to address thanks to millions in deferred maintenance.
The Sky Was Crying: Scenes From the Dallas ‘No Kings’ Protest
ICE raids, tyranny, politics and a call for love and political organization were on the agenda at Dallas’ wet No Kings protest.
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1 Woman, Many Causes: How a 62-Year-Old Sparked Fort Worth’s Rush Hour Resistance
Every Tuesday, creative and pointed protest signs greet thousands of Cowtown drivers along busy freeways.
Where To Go for the Oct. 18 No Kings Day of Peaceful Action in North Texas
Dozens of rallies across the state will take place on Saturday to oppose President Donald Trump. Here’s what to know and when to go.
‘Offensive on an Emotional Level’: LGBTQ+ Groups Dissolved Amid Resource Center Cuts
Resource Center, a community-based organization for queer Dallasites, announced programming changes that have shocked some.
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Trump Calls Mavericks Owner ‘Darling’ and ‘Great Woman’ During Israeli Hostage Release
The Israel-born Mavericks owner received a round of applause as the president acknowledged her Israel advocacy.
Dallas Wants to Hear From Abbott Before Removing Rainbow Crosswalks
The governor announced Wednesday that any cities sporting “political ideologies” on the roads could lose state and federal funds.
Could Tiny Homes be Dallas’ Solution to Homelessness? We’ve Heard it Before
One council member hopes for real policy decisions that will productively address the city’s unhoused population.
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These Dallas Suburbs Ranked Among the Worst Small Towns in the US
North Texas has many wonderful destinations, but a new ranking suggests that a few small towns around here might not be among them.
‘Repent or Burn’: Christians Turn Controversial Mosque Into Abbott-Fueled Battlefield
The leaders of the East Plano Islamic Center respect their protestors, they just wish they’d lower the volume
Government Shutdown Is ‘Republican Assault On Working Class,’ Says Dallas Rep.
A partisan deadlock on federal healthcare programming has triggered a government shutdown. Millions could lose benefits, thousands are without pay, and there’s no end in sight.
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City Hall Puts the Lid on Alley Trash Service Changes For Now
In this scenario, one man’s proposed trash service changes are nobody’s treasure.
Ethics Board Appointment of Dallas HERO Leader Spouse Shot Down by City Council
Natalie LeVeck was denied due to her husband’s often inflammatory social media posts.
Ambitious 20-Year Plan for Dallas Libraries Was ‘Incomplete,’ Did Not Foresee Closures
Library officials expect more to shutter soon to meet fiscal goals laid out by city leaders.
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New Texas Task Force to Tackle ‘Decidedly Un-Christian’ Gun Violence At Churches
A Michigan church mass shooting has spurred action from the governor. Critics say it’s not enough, some say at least it’s something.