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Top Stories: ➊ – Meet the candidates in the special election for Texas Senate District 9 (Sunday), ➋ – The Subtle Art of Wine Tasting While Gambling (Monday), ➌ – Fire that seriously injured Fort Worth firefighter was arson; woman arrested, officials say (Thursday), ➍ – October Outfit Round-Up (Tuesday), ➎ – Foul smell leads to woman's body in North Texas home bought at auction, Addison police say (Thursday)

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Fire that seriously injured Fort Worth firefighter was arson; woman arrested, officials say

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 10/30 11:37A S.E. Jenkins

The Fort Worth Fire Department said the September fire that badly wounded firefighter Caleb Halvorson and injured Lt. Troy Gallagher was arson and an arrest has been made. Fire in Fort Worth's...

Foul smell leads to woman's body in North Texas home bought at auction, Addison police say

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 10/30 10:55A S.E. Jenkins

A woman was found dead inside an Addison home just purchased at auction, police say. On Wednesday, the new homeowner inadvertently made a grim discovery when he went to visit...

Meet the candidates in the special election for Texas Senate District 9

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 10/26 4:37A Steven Rosenbaum

This is the last week of early voting before the Texas municipal elections on Nov. 4 . Some voters in Tarrant County will also have a special election for the Texas Senate on...

UT Arlington professor on leave amid investigation, child pornography charge

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 10/22 5:18A Julia Falcon

A University of Texas at Arlington professor is on leave amid an investigation involving a child pornography charge. Paul Leafgreen, 49, was arrested on Oct. 8 and was bonded...

Rowlett police investigating after 7-month-old died at a home daycare

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 10/17 9:20A Steven Rosenbaum

Authorities in Rowlett are investigating the death of a 7-month-old child at a home daycare. Police officers and paramedics responded to a home on Toscano Drive at 12:50 p.m....

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The Stewpot Celebrated its 50th Anniversary with a Festive Birthday Party

Grand Prairie BubbleLife iReporter 10/29 1:05A Juliette DC

The Stewpot marked its 50 th anniversary on October 24 th with a lively celebration at its new campus on Malcolm X Blvd., joined by founders, supporters, elected officials and staff. The Dallas Street...

October Outfit Round-Up

Tanya Foster 10/28 6:00A Tanya Foster

Howdy folks! Can you believe there are only a few days left in October? Let's wrap up the month with an outfit round-up of all my favorite looks from this past month. Fall is always the time of year...

Sophisticated Sweater Looks For Fall

Tanya Foster 10/21 5:31A Tanya Foster

Josie dress with the Willow boots . Sweater dress is size small and the boots fit TTS. I have draped the Dakota sweater over my shoulders. _____ Nikki sweater paired with the Preston faux leather...

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Discovering Adega Vinho’s and Signor Vineyard’s New Tasting Rooms in Fredericksburg

Texas Wine Lover 10/29 2:09A Laurie Ware

Adega Vinho on Adams Fredericksburg has a way of blending tradition with constant reinvention, and nowhere is that spirit more alive than at Adega Vinho’s new tasting room...

The Subtle Art of Wine Tasting While Gambling

Texas Wine Lover 10/27 10:00A Gus Hall

The art of tasting is not in action, but in stillness. That delicious moment that requires attention to detail, just before diving into the tastes and flavors. And just as a great wine tasting is not...

A Hidden Gem in Fredericksburg: Cotton Gin Village and The Gin Mill Lounge

Texas Wine Lover 10/24 3:35A Jeff Cope

If you’ve spent any time exploring Fredericksburg, you know it’s filled with charming wineries, cozy inns, and great restaurants. But every now and then, you stumble upon a...

Sueño Brings Its Dreamy, Elevated Mexican Dining to Snider Plaza

Crave DFW 10/21 5:28A Steven Doyle

Sueño — which fittingly translates to “dream” — is getting ready to bring its award-winning take on elevated Mexican dining to 6600 Snider Plaza in early 2026. After the huge success of its original...

Best Wines to Enjoy While Playing Poker: A Guide for Wine-Loving Players

Texas Wine Lover 10/20 8:48A Gus Hall

Wine and poker may seem like an odd combination at first glance, but in reality, they complement each other perfectly. Wine creates a mood, helps you relax, and makes...

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Cozy Season: AMAZON EDITION??

The Sister Studio 10/30 4:36A Jennifer Reed

Helllllooo, friends! Friday is almost here and I can t believe Halloween has already made its way to us. I feel like Spring Break was yesterday and now it s November I do love the holiday season, but...

SWEATER DRESS AND BOMBER JACKET- EASY TRAVEL PIECES

The Middle Page 10/20 2:18A Cathy Williamson

Hello, ladies! I ve been MIA due to my recent travel schedule. I think I mentioned it in a previous post, but I ve never had a fall travel experience quite like this. We are on our last trip until New...

??NEW Scents, Outfits, and MORE!!!

The Sister Studio 10/19 4:59A Jennifer Reed

Good morning and Happy Sunday! Our kids had Fall Break all week so it was a nice change of pace; we didn t have any big plans, but we got to skip the school hustle and they got to have some hang time...

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Reserves Williams, Powell lead Mavericks past Pacers 107-105 in matchup of injury-depleted teams

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/30 2:45A Associated Press

Dallas’ bench contributed a season-high 64 points as the Mavericks (2-3) completed a season-opening five-game homestand.

Mavericks' Anthony Davis leaves game early with leg soreness

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/30 2:41A Associated Press

Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said after Dallas' 107-105 win that Davis tried to return to action but the team decided to hold him out.

Mavericks' Brandon Williams apologizes for being distraction following arrest

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/30 2:28A Associated Press

Williams was arrested at DFW International Airport on Saturday after less than 2 ounces of marijuana were found in his luggage.

Cooper Flagg's first NBA back-to-back: missed shots and banged-up shoulder

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/28 3:00A Associated Press

Flagg held the shoulder multiple times during the first half and used a heat wrap on it while on the bench.

Thunder withstand furious Mavericks rally to win 101-94, improving to 4-0

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/28 3:00A Associated Press

The Mavericks’ “jumbo” forecourt was downsized with center Dereck Lively II sidelined with a knee contusion.

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Soulman’s Bar-B-Que Brings the Flavor to the 2025 Holiday Season with Full-Service Catering

Restaurant News 10/31 10:23A RestaurantNews.com

From family feasts to corporate celebrations, Soulman s Bar-B-Que delivers stress-free holiday gatherings filled with slow-smoked flavor and Texas hospitality. Dallas, TX (...

TGI Fridays Accelerates Global Growth with Major Development Agreements in India and Mexico

Restaurant News 10/31 6:53A RestaurantNews.com

Iconic Americana Brand Announces Master Franchise Agreements to Open Over 100 New Restaurants as International Momentum Continues to Build Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) ...

No Tricks, Just Treats: Kids Eat Free This Halloween at Dickey’s

Restaurant News 10/31 6:21A RestaurantNews.com

Friday, October 31, 2025 Enjoy a free kids meal with any Dine In adult meal purchase Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) This Halloween, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is serving up...

Banana Pumpkin Bread with Chocolate Chips

Joyful Healthy Eats 10/29 11:00P Krista

This Banana Pumpkin Bread recipe is moist, delicious, and full of cozy fall flavor with an added bonus: chocolate chips! Naturally sweetened with bananas and maple syrup, this easy quick bread is free...

Cross Post: The Organic Science and Research Investment Act: What It Is and How It Benefits All...

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 10/29 8:22A Laura Zaks

Cover crop experiment at Rogers Farm Forage and Crop Research Facility in Orono, Maine. Photo credit: Reana Kovalcik. Editor’s Note: This blog post was written by Gordon Merrick, Policy Program...