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UNT offering free tuition for some students with new program

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 1/14 5:29A Jared Rodriguez

The University of North Texas will cover the full cost of tuition and mandatory fees for eligible students through this new initiative, called the North Texas Promise....

Trial begins for former Uvalde school officer accused of failing to protect children in Robb...

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 1/5 1:59A CBS Texas

One of the first police officers to respond to the 2022 school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, goes on trial Monday on charges that he failed to protect children during the attack,...

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Local Caseworkers Support Dallas Countys Most Vulnerable Children, One Gift at a Time

Westlake BubbleLife iReporter 1/16 6:21A Culver Public Relations

In December, the spirit of the season filled the Toy Drive Warehouse at Community Partners of Dallas as EMPOWER caseworkers gathered for the organizations annual toy distribution event. Throughout the...

Worthwhile Employment Offers Begin with Job Search Workshop in Allen

Westlake BubbleLife iReporter 1/16 2:00A Martha Jane Brounoff

The St. Jude Career Alliance, a faith-based ministry that offers hope, guidance, and practical tools for job seekers, will offer its next quarterly job search workshop on...

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Small, But Many: A Texas Gulf Coast Wine Growers’ Perspective

Texas Wine Lover 1/16 5:11A Jeff Cope

By James Kasparek Vineyards in the Texas Gulf Coast region are small, but many. These small growers form the backbone of the largest white grape variety grown in Texas, Blanc du Bois, which is...

J. Alexander’s Celebrates First DFW Restaurant with Plano Grand Opening

Restaurant News 1/15 8:08A RestaurantNews.com

Upscale casual restaurant to mark opening with ribbon-cutting, champagne christening and donation to local nonprofit Plano, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) J. Alexander’s , the...

American Street Food Franchise Gyro Republic Signs Nine Texas Locations, Fueling National Expansion

Restaurant News 1/15 6:00A RestaurantNews.com

Gyro Republic, the fast casual franchise bringing New York City halal cart culture to America s suburbs, has signed three development agreements totaling nine locations across...

Steak and Ale and Bennigan’s Reach Major Milestones, Positioning Legendary Restaurant Brands for...

Restaurant News 1/15 3:15A RestaurantNews.com

Popular Irish-inspired restaurant turns 50, iconic steakhouse turns 60, in 2026 Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Legendary Restaurant Brands , the parent company of...

A Night of Champions: Texas Wine Shines at the San Antonio Champion Wine Auction

Texas Wine Lover 1/13 12:52A Robin English-Bircher

For 15 years, the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo has held wine events to raise money for S.A.L.E. (San Antonio Livestock Exposition). As has become tradition, the rodeo...

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?WARNING: Major Cuteness Inside!!

The Sister Studio 1/9 4:24A Jennifer Reed

Happppy Friday, my friends!! We ve officially made it through the first week back to school! We re going to have a low key weekend over here and I need to take down our tree and do a little spring...

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Dallas PULSE Earns First Ever Win In Franchise History Against San Diego Mojo In Frisco

Westlake BubbleLife iReporter 1/16 3:59A Mary Jane Coker

The Dallas PULSE secured a 3-1 victory against San Diego Mojo on Thursday, Jan.15, at Comerica Center in Frisco, earning the teams first-ever franchise win in their inaugural...

Thompson scores 26 points, moves up 3-point list, as Flagg-less Mavericks cruise past Jazz, 144-122

Spectrum Local News Sports 1/16 1:42A Associated Press

The Mavs played without rookie star Cooper Flagg after he sprained his left ankle Wednesday night in the first half of a home loss to Denver.

Marino scores in third period to give Utah Mammoth 2-1 win over Dallas Stars

Spectrum Local News Sports 1/16 1:34A Associated Press

Mikko Rantanen scored and Jake Oettinger had 25 saves for Dallas, which has lost nine of its last 11 games.

Texans' top-ranked defense looks to slow down Drake Maye and the Patriots in divisional matchup

Spectrum Local News Sports 1/16 1:15A Associated Press

Drake Maye made his first NFL start against the Texans. The New England Patriots' second-year quarterback has come a long way in the 15 months since.

Jason Kidd leans into youth baseball the same way the Mavs coach did with girls basketball

Spectrum Local News Sports 1/16 1:00A Associated Press

Jason Kidd had to choose basketball over baseball 30-plus years ago when it became clear he would be one of the top picks in the NBA draft.

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JUST LISTED: Remodeled Contemporary Modern Home For Sale In Arlington, TX

DFW Urban Realty 1/11 7:43P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Just Listed: Beautifully Remodeled Arlington Home For Sale Just listed at 403 Kalmia Drive in Arlington, TX, this beautifully remodeled three-bedroom, two-bath home offers...

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Texas ACA enrollments increase despite expected premium hikes

Spectrum Local News Health 1/15 2:09A Lauren Rangel

As of Jan. 3, 4.11 million Texans have selected a plan through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace.

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Weekly Meal Plan #3

Joyful Healthy Eats 1/16 10:00P Krista

This healthy weekly meal plan has 5 days of easy breakfast and dinner recipes made from real, wholesome ingredients and a high protein focus in mind. Grab the free printable shopping list to make meal...

J. Alexander’s Celebrates First DFW Restaurant with Plano Grand Opening

Restaurant News 1/15 8:08A RestaurantNews.com

Upscale casual restaurant to mark opening with ribbon-cutting, champagne christening and donation to local nonprofit Plano, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) J. Alexander’s , the...

Steak and Ale and Bennigan’s Reach Major Milestones, Positioning Legendary Restaurant Brands for...

Restaurant News 1/15 3:15A RestaurantNews.com

Popular Irish-inspired restaurant turns 50, iconic steakhouse turns 60, in 2026 Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Legendary Restaurant Brands , the parent company of...

Thai Steak Salad with Sesame Ginger Dressing

Joyful Healthy Eats 1/14 10:00P Krista

This Thai Steak Salad is filled with loads of vegetables, juicy grilled steak, and then topped with a spicy sesame dressing for the ultimate satisfying bite and it s done in just 20 minutes! One of my...

No-Bake Energy Balls

Love and Lemons 1/13 1:00A Jeanine Donofrio

This energy balls recipe is my family s favorite healthy snack. Adapted from my protein balls, it s easy, delicious, and entirely no-bake. These energy bites are chewy, nutty,...