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Man shot four in downtown Dallas before being fatally shot by officers, police say

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 11/26 6:39A NBCDFW Staff

A man shot and killed by Dallas Police early Monday morning pointed his gun at officers after he fatally shot a man in a car and three others standing nearby, police say....

Where to find free Thanksgiving meals and turkey giveaways across North Texas on Wednesday

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 11/26 1:48A Alanna Quillen

With Thanksgiving just a day away, local nonprofits and community groups are stepping up to make sure no one goes hungry this holiday season. Food banks say the need is higher...

CAIR and Gov. Abbott head to court over ‘terrorist' designation

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 11/25 10:54P Phil Prazan

The Council on American-Islamic Relations, or CAIR, is heading to federal court to try to clear its name. This comes after Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott declared the group...

One of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre's last survivors, Viola Ford Fletcher, dies at age 111

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 11/25 2:12A Jamie Stengle | The Associated P

Viola Ford Fletcher, who, as one of the last survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre in Oklahoma, spent her later years seeking justice for the deadly attack by a white mob on the thriving Black...

Dallas area mental health provider reports data breach impacting 8,600 clients

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 11/25 12:04A NBCDFW Staff

One of the county’s largest mental health service providers says the protected health information of some clients was shared without authorization. Metrocare Services reported...

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BOOK REVIEW: PART OF THE SOLUTION by Elana Michelson

Grand Prairie BubbleLife iReporter 11/20 8:00P KAREN SIDDALL

Part of the Solution by Elana Michelson Intriguing flashback to the 70s mystery. Part of the Solution by Elana Michelson is a fun new novel, part mystery and part love letter to the late 1970s...

From Fall to Festive: Chic Transitional Looks

Tanya Foster 11/19 12:00A Tanya Foster

Good morning and Happy Wednesday! With Thanksgiving only a week away and Christmas following closely after that, we are entering into transitional fashion season. It's still the weather and season for...

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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Free Thanksgiving Dinner at Norma’s Cafe

Crave DFW 11/25 5:52A Steven Doyle

Norma’s Café in Oak Cliff, Dallas, has quietly carried a beautiful Thanksgiving tradition for more than 30 years: on Thanksgiving Day, they open their doors from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to serve a free...

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,...

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DEALS on DEALS starting NOW!???

The Sister Studio 11/24 3:22A Jennifer Reed

Happy Thanksgiving week, my friends!! I am so excited for all the family time we re about to have it s my absolute favorite! I hope you all have safe travels this week and get to spend quality time...

CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR THE HOSTESS AND ENTERTAINER

The Middle Page 11/22 1:40A Cathy Williamson

TEA WITH 6-PACK BENTO BOX // MEXICAN HOT CHOCOLATE GIFT SET // CLAUS PORTO 9-PIECE MINI SOAP GIFT BOX // TEA TOOL KIT // WREATH HAND TOWEL // HOLIDAY TISSUE BOX HOLDER // JO MALONE LIP MOISTURIZER //...

?Deals! Gifts! Outfits! And MORE!

The Sister Studio 11/20 3:29A Jennifer Reed

Happy Thursday, my friends! How are we already ONE week away from Thanksgiving?! I am so, so excited, but I still feel like it snuck up on me! I m stocking up on Thanksgiving decorations, cute fall...

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...

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Mahomes comes home to Texas as playoff-chasing Chiefs and Cowboys meet on Thanksgiving

Spectrum Local News Sports 11/26 7:15A Associated Press

The star quarterbacks will lead the NFL’s top two passing offenses onto the Thanksgiving stage.

Coach Eric Morris leaving No. 21 North Texas, but what will QB Drew Mestemaker do?

Spectrum Local News Sports 11/26 1:59A Associated Press

Morris will leave after UNT’s last game, whenever that is, to become Oklahoma State’s coach.

Related: Oklahoma State to hire North Texas' Eric Morris as new football coach Spectrum Local News Sports

Texas A&M on the verge of historic season with undefeated record and SEC title hopes

Spectrum Local News Sports 11/26 1:32A Associated Press

Benn became the second player in franchise history to reach the 400-goal milestone, joining Mike Modano (557).

Stars crush Oilers 8-3 as Benn scores 400th career goal for Dallas

Spectrum Local News Sports 11/26 1:26A Associated Press

Benn became the second player in franchise history to reach the 400-goal milestone, joining Mike Modano (557).

Art Briles hired by Eastern New Mexico, 9 years after Baylor fired him amid scandal

Spectrum Local News Sports 11/25 2:50A Associated Press

An NCAA infractions report in 2021 ripped Briles for failing to look into horrific and potentially criminal allegations.

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QuikTrip boosts Homeward Bound's behavioral health response program

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 11/25 7:58A Maria Lawson

The funding from QuikTrip will support five "Rapid Responder" teams of mental health specialists who travel through Dallas and eastern Tarrant County every day to assist...

San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo cancels qualifying event amid Central Texas horse virus outbreak

Spectrum Local News Health 11/20 5:10A Christine Sanchez

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller said the virus can spread fast and potentially be deadly.

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...

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Top 10 Kitchen Gadget Gifts

Love and Lemons 12/1 2:54A Jeanine Donofrio

Good things come in little packages, and these kitchen gadget gifts are here to prove it! They include unique gifts for vegetable lovers, bakers, and home cooks of all kinds....

Hospitality Industry Leader Natalie Hurley Joins Layne’s Chicken Fingers to Support Nationwide...

Restaurant News 12/1 1:18A RestaurantNews.com

Natalie Hurley As the Texas-based chicken finger franchise continues to experience rapid growth, Layne s is strengthening its leadership team to take the brand to the next...

Want to see the full moon up close? These beginner telescopes are all under $250 for Black Friday

Live Science 11/28 7:00A Kimberley Lane

Getting into astronomy doesn't need to feel intimidating or expensive. This Black Friday , a handful of great beginner telescopes are available for under $250, giving you an...

The Best Holiday Gifts for Cooks

Love and Lemons 11/28 2:21A Jeanine Donofrio

Our 2025 holiday gift guide is here! If you re looking for gifts for the cooks in your life, you ll find some amazing options in this post. I ve included my favorite pots and...

Moist Orange Cranberry Bread

Joyful Healthy Eats 11/26 10:00P Krista

Fresh, tart cranberries and orange juice fill this Orange Cranberry Bread with bright fall flavors that makes each bite perfectly sweet. It s so easy to make and great for a snack or breakfast. Apples...

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