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Top Stories: ➊ – Gunshots fired on highway I-20 in North Texas kill pregnant woman, Arlington police say (Thursday), ➋ – Senator Cornyn endorsed by 30 current and past Republican elected leaders in DFW for his re-election bid (Thursday), ➌ – Applications open up to help first time homebuyers in Tarrant County (Friday), ➍ – Pritzker, Newsom visit Texas, praise House Democrats who broke quorum to fight against redistricting (Sunday), ➎ – Hospitals, health giants pile into suit alleging price fixing by 'mafia enforcer' for insurers (Thursday)

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Gov. Abbott sets date for Texas Senate 9 and U.S. House 18 special elections

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 11/17 8:28A Frank Heinz and Phil Prazan

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday set a date of Jan. 31, 2026, to decide the run-off races to fill a vacant seat in the state Senate and U.S. House. Fort Worth s Kelly Hancock, a Republican, previously...

Pritzker, Newsom visit Texas, praise House Democrats who broke quorum to fight against...

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 11/15 11:00P Jack Fink

Two high-profile Democrats visited the Lone Star State recently and credited Democrats in the Texas House for igniting a nationwide redistricting battle . Illinois Governor JB...

Applications open up to help first time homebuyers in Tarrant County

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 11/14 5:44A NBCDFW Staff

If you re dreaming of owning a home in Tarrant County, a new program could help make it happen—with up to $50,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance. The Tarrant...

Gunshots fired on highway I-20 in North Texas kill pregnant woman, Arlington police say

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 11/13 6:35A Steven Rosenbaum

Arlington police are investigating a deadly shooting that took place Wednesday night on I-20. The department said in a news release that two vehicles were hit by gunfire on...

Senator Cornyn endorsed by 30 current and past Republican elected leaders in DFW for his re-election...

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 11/12 10:01P Jack Fink

Thirty Republican elected officials from the Dallas-Fort Worth area, past and present, have endorsed Senator John Cornyn for re-election over his two GOP primary rivals, Texas...

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2025 Gift Guide: Gifts For Him

Tanya Foster 11/16 2:00A Tanya Foster

Happy Monday! Today I’m sharing my next 2025 Gift Guide for the holidays - GIFTS FOR HIM . These gift ideas are perfect for the husband, boyfriend, son, nephew, you name it. Men can be so tricky to...

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Texas Hill Country Wineries Christmas Wine Affair Passport 2025 – Get Tickets Now!

Texas Wine Lover 11/13 12:29A Jeff Cope

Tickets are now on sale for the Texas Hill Country Wineries’ (THCW s) Christmas Wine Affair Passport . The Passport event will take place from November 24th to December 19th,...

The Rusty Spur Winery and Bistro 2.0 – Western Flair! Texas Wine Inspired!

Texas Wine Lover 11/7 3:08A Ron Martin

The wait is finally over! On October 28 th , East Texas got a major upgrade as The Rusty Spur Winery and Bistro officially opened the doors to its beautiful new tasting room....

It’s Time for Chili in North Texas

Crave DFW 11/5 7:50A Steven Doyle

If you’re ready to dig into some of the best chili in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, a good bowl does more than satisfy hunger—it delivers warmth, spice, and a little piece of Texas comfort. From classic...

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CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR THE GIRLS

The Middle Page 11/14 1:17A Cathy Williamson

GOLD EARRINGS // MAKEUP BRUSH COLLECTION // PICKLEBALL BAG // GOLD COIN NECKLACE // ROBE // LEOPARD PRINT UGG // PLAID SERAPE // LEOPARD PRINT BEANIE // MAKEUP MIRROR // FUR-TRIMMED PONCHO // LARIAT...

FAIR ISLE SWEATERS ARE STILL GOING STRONG FOR FALL AND WINTER

The Middle Page 11/8 2:29A Cathy Williamson

Why Fair Isle Sweaters Are Still Going Strong for Fall & Winter 2025 Hello, ladies! I hope you all have been well! I came home from our lovely European vacation to a crazy week of catching up,...

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AP Player of the Week: Texas A&M's Marcel Reed overcame bad start to lead program's biggest...

Spectrum Local News Sports 11/17 5:52A Associated Press

Reed threw for a career-high 439 yards and three touchdowns to lead the Aggies' comeback from a 27-point halftime deficit to remain undefeated.

Michigan and TCU climb into top 10 of women's AP Top 25 after big wins over ranked opponents

Spectrum Local News Sports 11/17 5:23A Associated Press

Michigan's win over Notre Dame was its biggest ever over a Top 25 team, and No. 10 TCU moved up seven places.

Post Malone to headline annual Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving halftime performance

Spectrum Local News Sports 11/17 4:20A Laura Baker

The Dallas Cowboys announced Post Malone will bring his blend of country, rock and hip-hop to their Thanksgiving game against the Chiefs.

Georgia up to No. 4 in AP poll, Sooners back in top 10 and Mean Green ranked for 1st time since...

Spectrum Local News Sports 11/17 2:38A Associated Press

Oregon and Texas Tech were tied for No. 6, and Oklahoma rose three spots to No. 8 following its win at Alabama.

Washington and Flagg power Mavericks to a 138-133 OT win over the Trail Blazers

Spectrum Local News Sports 11/17 2:38A Associated Press

Dallas (4-10) snapped a three-game skid with the win.

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Hospitals, health giants pile into suit alleging price fixing by 'mafia enforcer' for insurers

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 11/12 11:00P Matt Hooke

The nation’s largest health insurance companies stand accused of conspiring to suppress reimbursement rates for hundreds of millions of medical procedures. They call it...

The number of whooping cough cases in Texas is the highest it’s been in 11 years

Spectrum Local News Health 11/11 5:20A Associated Press

The uptick in whooping cough has coincided with a decline in vaccination rates for the illness, according to disease experts.

De-extinction 'decacorn' Colossal opens wallet for first acquisition

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 11/4 1:01A Noor Adatia

Colossal announced Nov. 4 it has acquired ViaGen Pets and Equine, a firm that’s considered a leader in animal cloning. This deal marks a union between two life sciences...

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20 Best Thanksgiving Desserts

Love and Lemons 11/18 3:57A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

Have you chosen your Thanksgiving desserts yet? I m still deciding. I might go the classic pie route, or I might go pie-free, creating a Thanksgiving dessert table with fall...

New Restaurant Menu Offerings from Red Lobster, Slim Chickens, Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom, and...

Restaurant News 11/18 12:59A RestaurantNews.com

Here s what s On The Menu at Red Lobster, Slim Chickens, Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom, Applebee s Neighborhood Grill + Bar, Frutta Bowls, Farmer Boys, Toppers Pizza, Wings and...

CRÚ Wine Bar & Bistro Appoints New Board of Directors to Guide Next Chapter of Growth

Restaurant News 11/17 6:56A RestaurantNews.com

Strategic leadership expansion strengthens foundation for long-term success and nationwide development Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) CRÚ Wine Bar & Bistro , renowned for...

Twin Hospitality Group to Acquire Eight Twin Peaks Franchise Locations in Florida

Restaurant News 11/17 4:57A RestaurantNews.com

Strategic Acquisition Expected to Strengthen Balance Sheet Through Enhanced EBITDA Generation Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Twin Hospitality Group Inc. (“Twin...

Cranberry Orange Bread

Love and Lemons 11/17 2:15A Jeanine Donofrio

I love keeping this cranberry orange bread around the house during the holidays. Packed with tart, juicy cranberries, this loaf is perfectly moist and tender. Orange juice and...