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Texas redistricting battle to start new phase with Democrats expected return to Capitol

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 8/17 3:23A Jack Fink

For the second week, Republicans and Democrats have continued their showdown over new congressional maps in Texas, which will result in five new GOP-majority districts at the...

Texas House fails to make a quorum on 6th attempt as Democrats continue holdout, second special...

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 8/15 5:05A CBS Texas Staff

The Texas House reconvened Friday morning in its sixth attempt to make a quorum, after Democrats left the state to protest a redistricting plan expected to favor Republicans...

Dallas police seize nearly 400 pounds of marijuana from storage facility and arrest a man

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 8/14 8:09A Julia Falcon

A man is in jail after Dallas police seized almost 400 pounds of marijuana from a storage facility earlier this month. The Dallas Police Department said a tip was sent in...

Suspect shot by Carrollton officer after threatening to harm himself and others, police say

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 8/13 8:53A Briauna Brown

A man is in critical condition after being shot by a Carrollton police officer after reportedly threatening to harm himself and other officers following a traffic stop Tuesday...

Armed man shot, critically injured by Carrollton officer

DFW Scanner 8/13 7:49A dfwscanner

On Tuesday, August 12th, at around 9:48pm, Carrollton police officers stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation in the 2700 block of E. Belt Line Road. During the traffic...

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CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW: GRANDMA YOGINI by Raven Howell, illustrated by Alexander Santos

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 8/10 10:00P KAREN SIDDALL

Grandma Yogini by Raven Howell Illustrated by Alexander Santos This talented grandma is full of surprises! Grandma Yogini is a new childrens picture book by Raven Howell and illustrated by...

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Brian Cheeseborough Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 8/19 12:10A Jeff Cope

Many wineries in Texas have tasting rooms where you can stop in to taste and enjoy their wines. Others don’t have a tasting room and instead make custom wine for local...

Carter Creek and South Coast Wineries Win Medals at 2025 Sunset International Competition

Texas Wine Lover 8/12 12:31A Jeff Cope

Press Release Carter Creek Winery and South Coast Winery , both owned by family-operated Carter Hospitality, earned distinction among the best in the West, bringing home...

Rosé to Rebuild: Texas Hill Country Wine Tasting for Flood Relief

Texas Wine Lover 8/8 1:09A Jeff Cope

Press Release Texas Hill Country Wineries (THCW), the trade association representing 69 member wineries in the Texas Hill Country, in partnership with Horseshoe Bay Resort,...

The Get Together Launches as the First Boxed Texas Wine

Texas Wine Lover 8/7 12:22A Jeff Cope

Photo by Big Thirst Press Release In a bold move that blends Texas terroir with modern wine trends, acclaimed Texas winery owner Ron Yates is proud to unveil The Get...

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25+ Affordable Workwear Outfits??

The Sister Studio 8/17 4:03A Jennifer Reed

Happy Sunday, my friends! We survived the first week of school over here it was a whirlwind!! I hope everyone had a wonderful week. I put together 25 different workwear outfits for you today: these...

THE RICH SHADE EVERY FALL WARDROBE NEEDS: CHOCOLATE BROWN

The Middle Page 8/16 5:31A Cathy Williamson

THE RICH SHADE EVERY FALL WARDROBE NEEDS: CHOCOLATE BROWN Happy Saturday! What a whirlwind of a week this has been for me. We got back from Montana on Monday and went straight into work mode. I don t...

Your Weekly Dose of Outfit Inspo!??

The Sister Studio 8/8 1:24A Jennifer Reed

TGIF, my friends! I can t believe the end of summer (at least for us!) is here. My kids start school next week and I feel like this summer has truly gone by in the blink of an eye. I ve been trying to...

WHY EVERY WOMAN OVER 50 NEEDS A GREAT T-SHIRT DRESS

The Middle Page 8/6 8:50A Cathy Williamson

Why Every Woman Over 50 Needs a Great T-Shirt Dress (Now and Into Fall) Let s talk about one of the most underrated pieces in a woman s wardrobe: the t-shirt dress . If you re over 50 and living in...

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Texas Tech transfer running back Quinten Joyner sustains season-ending knee injury

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/19 6:07A Associated Press

Joyner is a Southern California transfer who went to high school in Texas.

No. 19 Texas A&M's Marcel Reed determined to prove he's more than just a runner

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/19 3:52A Associated Press

Reed started last season as Conner Weigman’s backup before earning the job in October

No. 1 Texas, No. 2 Penn St each place 3 players on Associated Press preseason All-America first...

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/18 9:05A Associated Press

The AP All-America team for this season will be released in December.

TCU sets sights on Big 12 title with Hoover leading the charge

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/18 2:35A Associated Press

This is the second year with defensive coordinator Andy Avalos, the former Boise State head coach.

Texas Tech's Joey McGuire feels the pressure after cash-driven roster overhaul

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/18 2:23A Associated Press

Expectations are as high as ever on the South Plains of Lubbock, Texas.

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JUST LISTED: Modern Home for Rent in Dallas at 1277 Clifftop Near Bishop Arts District

DFW Urban Realty 8/8 8:54P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

JUST LISTED: Modern Home for Rent in Dallas at 1277 Clifftop Near Bishop Arts District If you’ve been looking for the perfect mix of style, comfort, and location, the newly...

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Texas health officials declare end of measles outbreak

Spectrum Local News Health 8/18 5:50A Katharine Finnerty

Ninety-nine people were hospitalized, and two school-aged children died in the measles outbreak that began in late winter.

North Texas hospitals spent billions on uncompensated care in 2024

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 8/15 1:51A Davie Nguyen

Dallas-Fort Worth's strong and diverse health care sector is on full display in the new edition of our hospitals list — along with its caring nature. Dive into the data and...

Sticker shock is coming for employer health plans in 2026. Here's why.

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 8/14 8:43A Andy Medici

An increasingly popular class of drugs is just one of the factors fueling the sticker shock.

Advocates worry drug overdoses will rise due to federal cuts

Spectrum Local News Health 8/12 4:15A Geraldine Torrellas

Overdose deaths declined between 2023 to 2024 and advocates attribute this to naloxone distribution.

Tips for easing back to school anxiety in kids

Spectrum Local News Health 8/10 7:32A Nicole Clark, PhD

For many kids, going back to school triggers anxiety and even depression. But for parents, there are strategies to help your kids adjust.

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Parmesan Mushroom Polenta

Joyful Healthy Eats 9/14 11:00P Krista

This Mushroom Polenta recipe pairs saut ed shallots and mushrooms with creamy Parmesan polenta and fresh thyme. It s naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, but everyone will devour it! It s screams...

Protein Pancakes

Love and Lemons 9/14 2:44A Jeanine Donofrio

Protein pancakes! If you love starting your day with a high-protein breakfast, this recipe is for you. Each pancake contains about 8 grams of protein, which comes out to...

Perfect Oven-Roasted Asparagus Recipe

Joyful Healthy Eats 9/11 11:00P Krista

This easy Roasted Asparagus recipe is a simple side dish that requires only 3 ingredients and a few minutes of prep. It s packed with fresh flavor, with the perfect crispy tips. Delicious! At our...

EPA Says the Cost of Food Waste Has Nearly Doubled

Civil Eats 9/11 6:39A Rebekah Alvey

September 11, 2025 – American consumers are losing about $728 each year to food waste, nearly double previous estimates from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). A...

The BEST Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies Ever

Joyful Healthy Eats 9/10 11:00P Krista

If you ve been on the hunt for Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies that are chewy and delicious look no further! This recipe is our go to for a good reason each bite is soft, sweet and delicious with loads of...

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