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Dallas crash victims sue Chiefs' Rashee Rice, SMU's Teddy Knox seeking more than $1M

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Lorenzen goes 5 innings in Texas debut as Rangers blank Tigers 1-0

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 4/16 12:41A CBS Texas

DETROIT - Michael Lorenzen pitched five spotless innings in his Texas debut and three relievers completed a five-hit shutout as the Rangers topped the Detroit Tigers 1-0 on...

Dallas crash victims sue Chiefs' Rashee Rice, SMU's Teddy Knox seeking more than $1M

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 4/15 11:03A Kelli Smith | The Dallas Morning

Two Dallas residents are suing Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice and SMU cornerback Theodore “Teddy” Knox in connection with a multi-vehicle crash last month that injured them and at...

Tyrese Simmons gets plea deal, 5-year sentence in death of a 9-year-old Dallas girl

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 4/15 4:28A Lauren Crawford

DALLAS - Dallas County prosecutors reached a plea deal with the man accused of killing a 9-year-old girl, agreeing to a prison sentence of 5 years. Tyrese Simmons was charged...

Level Up Your Self-Care with Soothing Sound Baths at Vann Wellness Group in Coppell

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 4/10 10:00P Stephanie Mamantov

In today's fast-paced world, it's important to take time for self-care and relaxation. One way to do this is by participating in a sound bath experience. This unique form of vibrational healing has...

Trial begins for man accused of killing 9-year-old in Old East Dallas

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 4/10 5:36A Alanna Quillen

A man accused of shooting into the wrong apartment and killing a 9-year-old girl in East Dallas is on trial Wednesday at the Dallas County criminal courthouse. Tyrese Simmons,...

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Inside the Episode: Bonus Video for ‘Shane and Sally’ Episode 6

Texas Monthly 4/16 1:01A Texas Monthly

The sixth episode of Shane and Sally explores a long-examined suspect, Heath Davis, and the unsolved burglary of Shane Stewart s house shortly after the teens went missing. At the center of the...

‘Shane and Sally,’ Episode 6: “The Edge of Town”

Texas Monthly 4/16 1:00A Rob D’Amico and Karen Jacobs

Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Read the transcript below.Learn more about the case with original videos, archival photos, and documents from our reporting in our episode guide. I...

Change-Of-Plans Alert: Wilkinson Center’s Annual Can Do! Luncheon Replaced By No Can Do!...

My Sweet Charity 4/15 8:30A Jeanne Prejean

After years of surviving tornado weather and a pandemic, Wilkinson Center is transitioning away from its longtime Can Do! Luncheon that has honored Carolyn and David Miller , Workforce Solutions...

Bring on the Textures!

IBB Design 4/15 5:19A Shannon Gidney

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Laredo’s La India Packing Co. Has Been Healing With Its Spices for 100 Years

Texas Monthly 4/15 4:00A Luis G. Rendon

Among the culinary mainstays that have made their marks on the palates of Laredoans, few have been more essential than La India Packing Company. This April, the family-owned spice-and-herb company...

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The Shelton School Installs an Urban Bee Colony

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 4/11 11:04P Lisa Kresl

The Shelton School beehive installation occurred on Tuesday, March 25, introducing a colony of 10,000 bees to the campus. In order to enrich students' learning experiences and promote...

Dallas Academy School Will Have New Playground Thanks to $250K Donation

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 4/9 11:21P Lisa Loera

Dallas Academy School, nestled in the heart of White Rock Lake, will soon have a new addition to campus. Life-long friends of Head of School, Elizabeth Murski from the Jesuit and Ursuline Class of...

Dallas Academy Senior Accepted into World Scholars Program

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 4/5 1:09A Lisa Loera

We are thrilled to announce that Dallas Academy Senior, Daniel Pinkston-Hayes has been accepted into the prestigious World Scholars Program at Delaware University. With his diverse background and...

Monica Christopher installed as Texas Womans University inaugural Dallas campus president

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 4/3 2:00A Kathy Beazley

On Wednesday, March 27th, Texas Womans University marked a significant milestone as Monica Christopher was formally installed as the inaugural president of the Dallas campus, culminating as a poignant...

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Michelle Snider Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 4/16 12:02A Jeff Cope

Kiepersol has always been a go-to winery in East Texas because of its award-winning wines made only from its estate vineyard. Besides wine, they also make wonderful spirits and they have more than...

Addison’s 3rd of July Kaboom Town 2024

Crave DFW 4/15 10:02A Steven Doyle

For 40 years, one of the nation’s most impressive and unique Independence Day celebrations has been held in the North Texas town of Addison, Texas. While 4.4 square-mile Addison is only home to 17,000...

Run for the Roses as Barrel & Bones Celebrates Derby Day May 4th

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 4/14 11:28P Kelly Hunter

Since the Kentucky Derby first ran in 1875, the traditional beverage associated with the 10-furlong race has been the mint julep. And there is no better place in North Texas to sip that...

Bingham Family Vineyards – Roanoke

Texas Wine Lover 4/13 1:04A Jeff Cope

Bingham Family Vineyards has recently expanded their number of tasting rooms by opening a new location in Roanoke , which is north of Fort Worth, in January 2024. In a recent trip to North Texas, I...

2024 Texas Wine Auction is Announced

Texas Wine Lover 4/12 12:36A Jeff Cope

It was announced that the upcoming 3rd Annual Texas Wine Auction is scheduled for May 4, 2024, at the Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa in Johnson City, Texas. The event will run from 6:00 p.m. to...

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A DRESS FIT FOR AN ISLAND TRIP OR POOL PARTY

The Middle Page 4/16 1:46A Cathy Williamson

A DRESS FIT FOR AN ISLAND TRIP OR POOL PARTY Hello, ladies! Do you all know much about Mercury in Retrograde? An explanation is that the planet Mercury appears to travel backward across the sky three...

Finds I’m LOVING this week!

The Sister Studio 4/13 10:29P Jennifer Reed

Happy Sunday to you, my friends!! May your coffee be strong and your house be nice and quiet this morning! We had a busy day of kids soccer and basketball yesterday, so I m enjoying this morning when...

DAY AND NIGHT LOOK FROM A FAVORITE BRAND

The Middle Page 4/9 3:22A Cathy Williamson

DAY AND NIGHT LOOK FROM A FAVORITE BRAND Hello, everyone! Did you get a chance to see the eclipse (if you were in the path) yesterday? I didn t think it would be that big of a deal, but let me tell...

SALES ON SALES!

The Sister Studio 4/6 10:47P Jennifer Reed

Happppy Sunday, my friends! We have had a JAM packed week between a quick trip to Austin for work, playing catch up once I got back, and kids sports this week. Remi has a soccer tournament this...

You had me at Pastels! Cabi Spring 2024 Outfit Ideas

Style of Sam 4/6 10:46A Sam

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Chase Elliott drives backward after Texas win that could get him going in the right direction again

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/15 1:07A Associated Press

After 42 races over 18 months without a victory, the younger Elliott won in double overtime Sunday at Texas Motor Speedway.

Scheffler turns the Masters into another Sunday yawner with a dominating win

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/15 12:31A Associated Press

Scheffler became just the fifth player to win from the No. 1 spot since the rankings were instituted in 1986.

Rangers' reliever Burke breaks his non-throwing hand after punching a wall following a poor outing

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/13 9:29A Associated Press

The 27-year-old allowed three hits and four runs

William Byron is back in Texas with more big wins since getting Hendrick's 300th there last fall

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/13 8:33A Associated Press

The race Sunday at Texas comes a week after Byron's 13th career win

Heim homers with 4 RBIs as Rangers win 12-8 and drop Astros to 4-11

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/13 1:43A Associated Press

The Astros have dropped four games in a row for the second time in this young season and have allowed 36 runs in their last three games.

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JUST LISTED: Luxury Home Sale in Allen, TX at 1617 Whirlaway Court

DFW Urban Realty 4/13 7:38P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Luxury Living in the Heart of Lovejoy ISD: 1617 Whirlaway Court, Allen TX 75002 Discover unparalleled elegance and sophistication at 1617 Whirlaway Court, Allen, TX. This...

The Tribute Features New Luxury Townhomes For Sale at Chelsea Green in The Colony, TX

DFW Urban Realty 4/9 10:47A broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Discover Luxury Lakeside Living at Chelsea Green in The Colony Experience the epitome of lakeside luxury living at Chelsea Green, nestled on the picturesque shores of Lake...

Just Listed Completely Remodeled Home For Sale in Grand Prairie, TX

DFW Urban Realty 4/8 4:00A broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Just Listed: Completely Remodeled Home For Sale in Grand Prairie, TX Welcome home to 213 NW 14th Street, a beautifully remodeled residence nestled in the charming Dalworth...

JUST LISTED: Completely Remodeled Home in Grapevine, TX

DFW Urban Realty 4/5 10:10P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Just Listed: 1507 Country Forest Court in Grapevine TX Tiffany Forest Addition Indulge in the allure of a positively gorgeous home, nestled in an absolute oasis in North...

Moving on a Budget: Money-Saving Strategies for a Smooth Relocation

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 4/3 10:00P Hannah Pittman

Amidst towering moving boxes and the rustle of packing tape, the process of relocating often feels more like a financial burden than an exciting journey to a new home. It's a common narrative, one...

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Houston hospital halts liver and kidney transplants after learning a doctor manipulated some...

Spectrum Local News Health 4/12 4:09A Associated Press

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is aware of the allegations, and an investigation is underway.

Ag commissioner says chickens destroyed to prevent bird flu spread being replaced

Spectrum Local News Health 4/11 5:48A Erin Davis

The disease struck about 40% of dairy cows in the Panhandle.

Study ranks Texas among worst states for quality of children’s health care

Spectrum Local News Health 4/10 5:16A Tanya Velazquez

Texas ranked 49th, following Wyoming and Mississippi, for the quality of children’s health in all 50 states.

Cariloop raises $20M with benefits for workers who care for family members

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 4/9 2:00A Holden Wilen

This Richardson-based company has developed a platform that helps caregivers. Now it has fresh capital to grow thanks to a $20 million round led by a Washington, D.C.-based...

Advocates request emergency funding from lawmakers to raise caregiver wages

Spectrum Local News Health 4/9 1:35A Erin Davis

Experts explain that an increase in wages for caregivers would mean an expansion of Medicaid.

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Crustless Quiche

Life at the Table 4/16 2:13A Chef Sandra Lewis

Making Magic with a Crustless Quiche How often do you make quiche? If the answer is not often, let me assure you have an egg-citing future with quiche once you meet my...

Seasoned Restaurant-Industry Executive Carol Denembo Proudly Named Chief Marketing Officer at...

Restaurant News 4/16 12:44A RestaurantNews.com

Mountain Mike s Pizza Names Carol DeNembo Chief Marketing Officer Fast-growing Franchise Chain Expands C-Suite with In-house Elevation of Marketing V.P. Newport Beach, CA (...

Chandi Hospitality Group To Bring Guy Fieri-Owned Chicken Guy! Restaurants to San Francisco North...

Restaurant News 4/16 12:20A RestaurantNews.com

Popular Local Franchisee to Open the First Standalone California Location This Summer in American Canyon Santa Rosa, CA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Chandi Hospitality Group , a...

Atomic Wings Opens New Prototype in Greenville, IN, & Sees Record Q1 Growth

Restaurant News 4/16 12:15A RestaurantNews.com

With 11 new units set to open by the end of 2024, the Greenville location represents an exciting milestone for the chicken wing franchise, introducing all new branding and an...

Paris Baguette Continues Tremendous Growth in Q1, Launches Development in Mexico, Puerto Rico and...

Restaurant News 4/16 12:11A RestaurantNews.com

The French-inspired bakery café franchise opened six new bakery cafés and awarded another 25 in the first quarter alone, making more remarkable progress in its North and now...