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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 4m

The Dallas-Fort Worth area has its share of famous spots for hosting big games — but the former Texas Stadium in Irving is arguably among its most well-known. https://bit.ly/4h7b1M0?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_

The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 1h

A person was hit by a vehicle and died Sunday in the Dallas Bishop Arts District, police said.

Driver arrested after pedestrian fatally hit by car in Dallas’ Bishop Arts District

Officers responded to the 400 block of West Davis Street at about 10:30 p.m. Sunday to later learn a person had been fatally struck by a vehicl, police said.

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 1h

The hotter-than-normal fall weather trend continues, with a warm week ahead for Dallas-Fort Worth.

But overnight Wednesday, the temperature should dip a little lower than it has in recent days.

Warm afternoons continue for North Texas, but Thursday morning should be a little brisker

Full sun is expected, but low humidity should help keep things pleasant.

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 2h

State Rep. Gina Hinojosa launched a Democratic campaign for governor on Wednesday, saying she's running to "take on the corruption and take back our state.”

State Rep. Gina Hinojosa launches campaign for Texas governor

Texas Rep. Gina Hinojosa, D-Austin, is among four Democrats who have announced they are running in the Democratic primary for governor. The winner will face...

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 3h

Today is the day! Join us for an info session today at Noon CT to learn more about our summer internship program, applications and more.

We hope to see you there!

Students can register here: https://tinyurl.com/DMNSummerInternInfoSession?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_

The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 4h

Voters in Tarrant County’s Texas Senate District 9 will have the chance to pick a new state senator in a special election on Nov. 4.

Special election for Tarrant County Senate seat creates unique dynamic

Two Republicans and a Democrat are running for state Senate District 9 in a special election that creates unusual circumstances for a seat generally seen as...

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 5h

With 110 acres at the corner of Preston Road and Interstate 635, Valley View one of the largest undeveloped properties in Dallas with clear potential as the Mavs moves on from the aging American Airlines Center downtown. http://bit.ly/46VnqiY?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 5h

Dallas-Fort Worth-based Aligned Data Centers will be acquired in a deal valued at $40 billion — one of the largest such transactions of the year and potentially the biggest ever for any data center company.

BlackRock, Nvidia-backed group to buy D-FW data center company in blockbuster $40B deal

The investment consortium is backed by BlackRock, Microsoft and Nvidia.

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 6h

Critics say it will change nothing. Supporters argue that it’s necessary to underline what’s already in law.

Voters to decide if the Texas constitution should say citizenship is required to vote

The citizenship voting amendment is one of 17 on the ballot this fall in Texas.

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 7h

Voters in Tarrant County’s Texas Senate District 9 will have the chance to pick a new state senator in a special election on Nov. 4.

Special election for Tarrant County Senate seat creates unique dynamic

Two Republicans and a Democrat are running for state Senate District 9 in a special election that creates unusual circumstances for a seat generally seen as...

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 14h

The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected an appeal from conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and left in place the $1.4 billion judgment against him over his description of the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting as a hoax staged by crisis actors.

Alex Jones loses Supreme Court appeal of $1.4 billion verdict in Sandy Hook shooting

The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected an appeal from conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and left in place the $1.4 billion judgment against him over his...

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 15h

D’Angelo, the Grammy-winning R&B singer recognized by his raspy yet smooth voice and for garnering mainstream attention with the shirtless “Untitled (How Does It Feel)” music video, has died. He was 51.

D’Angelo, Grammy-winning R&B singer, dies at 51

The singer, whose real name was Michael Eugene Archer, died Tuesday, according to a statement from the family.

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 16h

Nationally prominent Texas plaintiff’s trial lawyer Mikal Watts, who has successfully sued some of the biggest companies in the world for wrongful death and personal injuries, is taking on his first defense client: Camp Mystic and its owners.

Texas trial lawyer: ‘No jury in America will hold Camp Mystic responsible’

A lawyer is asking tough questions after "flood of biblical proportions" led to an unimaginable tragedy.

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 17h

Prosper voters will cast ballots Nov. 4 on a proposed $192.3 million bond package that includes funding for roads, a new police headquarters, library, the town’s downtown and more.

What’s on the ballot in Prosper’s $192 million bond election this November?

Prosper voters will cast ballots Nov. 4 on a proposed $192.3 million bond package that includes funding for roads, a new police headquarters, library, the...

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 18h

Rowdy Dallas bar Bottled Blonde, closed since spring 2025, got a new pair of Daisy Dukes. This nightclub on Good Latimer Expressway in the Deep Ellum area is now Palomino Ranch, a honky-tonk with throwback country music.

Bye to Bottled Blonde in Dallas, howdy to Palomino Ranch — another nightclub

The new Deep Ellum-adjacent nightclub opened just in time for the Texas-OU game.

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 19h

In November, voters in Collin County will decide on creating and funding an emergency services district to provide fire and ambulance service in areas outside of city limits as population growth strains public safety resources in the county’s growing municipalities.

What to know about Collin County’s November election on emergency services

In November, voters in Collin County will decide on creating and funding an emergency services district to provide fire and ambulance service in areas outside...

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 19h

Speculation is mounting at Dallas City Hall that Mayor Eric Johnson may soon resign to seek another political office.

Is Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson considering resigning from office? Speculation is swirling

Eric Johnson's future as mayor of Dallas has been the subject of speculation in recent weeks.

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 20h

Competitive eating legend Joey Chestnut is bringing his talents to the State Fair of Texas.

Joey Chestnut is coming to the State Fair of Texas

Competitive eater Joey Chestnut will be the halftime entertainment at the State Fair Clásico, a soccer match between Dallas Trinity FC and Club América...

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 20h

A Grapevine youth basketball coach was sentenced to prison in what authorities described as an extensive child pornography operation.

Grapevine basketball coach sentenced to 40 years in prison for producing child pornography

Michael Bo Peacock coerced dozens of children to provide sexually explicit photographs and videos of themselves, authorities say.

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 21h

One constitutional amendment on the ballot in this year’s November election would create a new state-funded institute for dementia prevention and research.

What is Prop 14, the constitutional amendment that would establish a Texas dementia institute

Voters are being asked to approve $3 billion to fund a dementia research institute in Texas.

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 22h

While fall is usually a rainy season for Dallas-Fort Worth, the region has barely seen any precipitation this year.

That could be changing this weekend.

North Texas’ long dry spell may be coming to an end. See when

Before the showers, it’s expected to be more of the same in North Texas. High temperatures should continue to hover near 90 degrees.

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 23h

The Editorial Board writes:

For many city dwellers, Carrie Bradshaw's apartment was the epitome of making it. But for Dallas residents, the dream of an apartment all to yourself is ever more out of reach.

Opinion | Need a roommate in Dallas? You’re not alone

For city dwellers, Carrie Bradshaw's apartment from "Sex and the City" is the epitome of making it. But for Dallas residents, the dream of an apartment all to...

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A taqueria in Carrollton received the honor of being included on review platform Yelp’s national Top 100 Taco Spots list.

This is the only taqueria in Dallas-Fort Worth on Yelp’s Top 100 Taco Spots list

Taquería & Tamalería Nuevo León in Carrollton is the local favorite of taco lovers, according to this ranking from Yelp.

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 1d

Texans will vote in November on a constitutional amendment banning certain taxes on stock exchanges.

Amendment to ban securities taxes draws TXSE, Nasdaq support; opponents cite inequality

This November, Texans will vote on a constitutional amendment banning certain taxes on stock exchanges. Proposition 6 was signed by Governor Greg Abbott...

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 1d

Two people were taken to a hospital, where one later died, following a multivehicle crash on LBJ TEXpress Sunday, police said.

The major freeway accident was reported in the 3900 block of westbound LBJ TEXpress at about 10 p.m. Sunday, according to Dallas police.

Person killed, another injured in multivehicle crash on Dallas tollway, police say

Multiple vehicles and motorcycles were involved in the crash, police said.

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