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Where Do You Think Tom Cruise Should Eat Barbecue in Dallas?

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Top Stories: ➊ – 06/16/2025 - Office Closed: Juneteenth (Sunday), ➋ – North Texas cities split over bill that will change how DART transit agency is funded (Sunday), ➌ – Are the days of the Texas Lottery numbered? Why some lawmakers want it abolished (Sunday), ➍ – UPDATE: Bodies of two men recovered from Joe Pool Lake after drowning incident (Sunday), ➎ – Multiple suspects wanted after brawl leads to fatal shooting, injuries at Ferris park, officials say (Sunday)

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State's ‘Go Texan' program to partner with Waxahachie food and music festival

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 5/12 12:27P Phil Prazan

Local officials in town tell NBC 5 they have to spend a lot of time to get people and money to communities like Waxahachie to compete with Dallas-Fort Worth. The latest effort...

Bodies of 2 men recovered, identified after drownings reported at Joe Pool Lake

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 5/12 11:34A NBCDFW Staff

The bodies of two men pulled from Joe Pool Lake over the weekend were identified Monday. The Grand Prairie Fire Department said they were called at about 4:30 p.m. Saturday...

22-year-old man killed in possible alcohol-related crash on I-30 in Arlington, police say

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 5/12 4:45A Briauna Brown

An investigation is underway following a deadly crash that killed a 22-year-old man on I-30 in Arlington, police said. Just after 2:20 a.m. Monday, officers were called to the...

Multiple suspects wanted after brawl leads to fatal shooting, injuries at Ferris park, officials...

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 5/11 11:18A Briauna Brown

A 17-year-old boy was killed and another person was injured after a brawl escalated into an exchange of gunfire at a park in Ferris on Saturday, authorities said. Now,...

Are the days of the Texas Lottery numbered? Why some lawmakers want it abolished

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 5/11 12:30A Jack Fink

Questions are swirling at the Texas Capitol over the future of the Texas Lottery and the Lottery Commission. It comes after state leaders say questionable jackpots have been...

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10 Must-Have Spring to Summer Transitional Pieces

Tanya Foster 5/11 6:00A Tanya Foster

As we wave goodbye to spring and lean into those warm, golden days of summer, it’s time to give our wardrobe a little refresh. If you’re like me, you want effortless, elegant pieces that keep you...

The Storehouse Community Center Names Joan Smith 2025 Volunteer of the Year

Grand Prairie BubbleLife iReporter 5/7 11:48P Elizabeth Lenart

Smith, who has volunteered since 2016, was the guest of honor at the Storehouses 2025 volunteer appreciation event at Riders Field, where she threw out the first pitch before a Frisco RoughRiders...

What to Pack for a Northern European Cruise

Tanya Foster 5/6 12:00P Tanya Foster

Summer is around the corner and I know travel is on everyone's radar. I keep thinking about our incredible Regent Seven Seas Cruise through the North and Baltic Seas—it was truly a trip to remember!...

Blue Ribbon Brilliance: Record-Breaking Night at the Equest Blue Ribbon Gala

Grand Prairie BubbleLife iReporter 5/2 3:00A Anna Davis

The 44 th Annual Equest Blue Ribbon Gala was a night where cowboy boots and big-hearted bidding came together in a spirited celebration that still has Dallas buzzing. On April 25, Gilleys Dallas was...

6 Essential Tips to Planning the Interiors for Your New Build

IBB Design 4/30 11:50P IBB AT Home

Congratulations on building your new home! This milestone is both thrilling and full of possibilities. But once the excitement settles, you may find yourself wondering, The...

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The Rusty Spur: An East Texas Winery with a Western Twist

Texas Wine Lover 5/9 12:16A Ron Martin

Tucked away in the heart of historic Nacogdoches, Texas, lies another East Texas hidden gem that offers more than just a great glass of wine—it provides an inviting experience...

Where Do You Think Tom Cruise Should Eat Barbecue in Dallas?

Eater Dallas 5/8 6:21A Courtney E. Smith

Hearts right back at ya, Tom. | Getty Images He said something about a movie too, whatever It’s been a real celeb gaggle in DFW lately. The cast of Landman , which films in Weatherford , has been...

Desert Willow Vineyard Grower Profile

Texas Wine Lover 5/6 12:12A Jeff Cope

If you have been following the Texas wine scene, you’ve probably heard whispers about Desert Willow Vineyard. The vineyard is owned and operated by the Rob and Laurel Warren...

Mama’s Daughter’s Diner Serving Southern Since 1958

Crave DFW 5/5 7:58A Steven Doyle

As a part of Dallas since 1958 , Mama’s Daughters’ Diner isn’t simply a restaurant—it’s an institution grounded in tradition and family. Originally founded by the Rose family, the diner now spans...

Back to the High Plains: Rediscovering English Newsom Cellars

Texas Wine Lover 5/2 12:36A Laurinda Thomas

I’m not sure why it seems to take some sort of wine-related event for me to head to the Texas High Plains, as it is just a little over a two-hour drive to Lubbock and about 2½...

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SAVINGS GALORE!!!!????‍♀️

The Sister Studio 5/9 5:34A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy FRIDAY my friends! We made it!! I m sitting here drinking my coffee and just finished loading up my cart because there are some insane deals happening today!! I have an Aerie code (JEN35)...

WHY BLACK IS ALWAYS IN STYLE—EVEN IN THE SPRING AND SUMMER

The Middle Page 5/5 3:41A Cathy Williamson

WHY BLACK IS ALWAYS IN STYLE—EVEN IN THE SPRING AND SUMMER Hello, ladies! I hope you have had a great week! I have to admit that I am super tired! I think life has caught up, and I am exhausted and...

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Patrick Mahomes inducted into Texas High School Football Hall of Fame

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/12 10:55A Katharine Finnerty

Mahomes was inducted into the Texas High School Football Hall of Fame as a part of its 2025 class.

Eagles get rival Cowboys for NFL regular-season opener on Sept. 4

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/12 6:08A Associated Press

It's the first in a series of announcements of notable games coming this week ahead of the full schedule release on Wednesday night.

Texas A&M edges 4-time defending champ Oklahoma for top overall seed in NCAA softball tourney

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/12 2:10A Associated Press

The final eight teams in the 64-team field will play in the WCWS from May 29-June 5 in Oklahoma City.

Mikko Rantanen has a goal and 2 assists for Stars in 5-2 win over Jets to take a 2-1 series lead

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/12 2:09A Associated Press

Roope Hintz had a goal and an assist for the Stars, and Wyatt Johnston added a late goal. Sam Steel and Mikael Granlund each had two assists.

Connor Hellebuyck makes 21 saves, Jets beat Stars 4-0 in Game 2 to tie series

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/10 6:15A Associated Press

Game 3 is Sunday in Dallas.

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Vaccine teams in Mexico scramble over measles outbreak rippling out from Mennonite community

Spectrum Local News Health 5/9 3:42A Associated Press

Officials cite tens of thousands of new vaccinations, but infections have ballooned and spread past the community to Indigenous and other populations.

Measles jumps borders in North America with outbreaks in Canada, Mexico and U.S.

Spectrum Local News Health 5/1 2:29A Associated Press

North America’s three biggest measles outbreaks continue to balloon, with more than 2,500 known cases.

Houston, Dallas rank among worst in U.S. for ozone pollution, air quality report reveals

Spectrum Local News Health 4/30 6:15A Christine Sanchez

Almost half of the U.S. population lives with “unhealthy” levels of harmful air pollution, a report from the American Lung Association reveals.

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la Madeleine Brings Joyful Dining Back With ‘le Pick 3’ for Just $8.99

Restaurant News 5/14 2:55A RestaurantNews.com

New value offering blends comfort, quality and a touch of café charm Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) la Madeleine is raising the bar on value with le Pick 3, a new $8.99...

Release: Budget Bill Steamrolls Farm Bill Future, Slashing Billions

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 5/13 6:00A Laura Zaks

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Tel. 347.563.6408 Release: Budget Bill Steamrolls Farm...

How To Brown Butter

Love and Lemons 5/13 3:29A Jeanine Donofrio

Learn how to brown butter! I m always a fan of simplicity when it comes to baking. But for the right recipe, even I will admit that pulling out an extra pan and taking a few...

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Mesquite Celebrates 30 Years of Serving Up Texas Tradition

Restaurant News 5/13 1:48A RestaurantNews.com

Line up before 11 AM on May 15 for your chance to win Barbecue for a Year Mesquite, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) The smoke’s been rollin’ for 30 years at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit...

Huckleberry’s Breakfast & Lunch Heads to the Pacific Northwest with Multi-Unit Deal in Portland,...

Restaurant News 5/12 11:37P RestaurantNews.com

Portland, OR ( RestaurantNews.com ) Huckleberry’s Breakfast & Lunch ® is ready to bring some bayou magic and heartfelt hospitality to the Pacific Northwest. The brand, known...