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Grand jury indicts 14 for pro-Palestinian encampment, protest at UT Dallas

CBS DFW News 4/24 7:30A Steven Rosenbaum

A Collin County grand jury returned indictments for 14 people in connection with last year's pro-Palestinian protest and encampment at UT Dallas. According to District Attorney Greg Willis, the 14...

Collin County middle school student tests positive for measles, officials say

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local News) 4/23 7:39A Lauren Harper

In a rare one-on-one interview in his office at the Diocese of Dallas, Bishop Edward Burns reflected on Pope Francis’ time leading the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics. “He was very warm, hospitable,...

First known DFW-area child measles case reported in Collin County middle school student

CBS DFW News 4/23 7:09A Julia Falcon

A child in Collin County has been diagnosed with measles, health officials said on Wednesday. It's the county's first reported case. Collin County Health Care Services...

North Texas father breaks silence as he awaits execution of daughter's killer: "I don't forgive him...

CBS DFW News 4/23 3:48A Marvin Hurst

Mark O'Neil has a son and a daughter. His son is still alive. But O'Neil visits his daughter, Rachelle O'Neil Tolleson, at the cemetery. He said he's been waiting more than 20 years to visit her grave...

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

Spectrum 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.

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...

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

Spectrum 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.

Baylor Scott & White-leased medical complex in Plano bought by LA firm

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 4/25 6:55A Aayush Gupta

A Los Angeles-based real estate investment firm has acquired a medical complex in Plano. The 49,228-square-foot property was first developed in 2022 and is fully leased.

First confirmed case of measles in Dallas-Fort Worth child, health officials say

Spectrum News Health 4/23 9:48A Kaila Garrett

There has been a confirmed case of the measles involving a student at Willow Spring Middle School, according to Collin County Health Care Services.

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Release of long-delayed 2023 TEA school ratings shows declines for major North Texas ISDs

CBS DFW Education 4/24 5:25A Lacey Beasley

The Texas Education Agency released 2023 A-F performance ratings for individual public schools and districts Thursday. The release comes after the TEA prevailed in a...

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A Retro Film Review: One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (1962)

Crave DFW 5/2 6:55A Steven Doyle

Milos Forman’s One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest isn’t just the film of the year—it might be the film of the decade. This is a cinematic electroshock that jolts the viewer...

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...

Soulman’s Bar-B-Que Fires Up the Flavor for National Bar-B-Que Month

Restaurant News 5/1 1:49A RestaurantNews.com

Celebrating a Time-Honored Texas Tradition with Bold Flavors and Southern Flair Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) As the aroma of smoked meat begins to fill the Texas air,...

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Fires Up National Barbecue Month with Stacks, Deals & More

Restaurant News 4/30 2:06A RestaurantNews.com

Forks Up, Y all! Dickey s Launches a Flavor-Packed May with New Menu Stacks, Big Rewards and Thank-You Deals for Everyday Heroes Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Fire up...

Nothing Bundt Cakes Launches NothingBundtMomSweepstakes to Celebrate Mother’s Day With Ultimate...

Restaurant News 4/29 8:55A RestaurantNews.com

America s No. 1 favorite brand gives fans a chance to win gift cards while enjoying the return of limited-time Lemon Blueberry flavor Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) ...

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THOUGHTFUL GIFT IDEAS FOR MOTHER’S DAY

The Middle Page 4/27 3:49A Cathy Williamson

Celebrating Mother s Day: Thoughtful Gift Ideas for all of the mamas Hello, ladies! I hope you all have had a great weekend. I hosted my mom s 85th birthday dinner at our home on Friday night. It was...

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MY FAVORITE SPRING BLAZERS

The Middle Page 4/22 2:16A Cathy Williamson

MY FAVORITE SPRING BLAZERS Hello, ladies! I hope you all had a blessed Easter weekend! After we got back from St. Barts last Monday night, the week was a total blur! I had a lot to catch up on,...

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Mikko Rantanen has 4-point 3rd period for Stars to unbelievably knock former team out of playoffs

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/4 4:51A Associated Press

The Stars beat Colorado 4-2 in Game 7 of the first round series.

Scheffler leads by 6 at hometown Byron Nelson as weather-delayed second round ends

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/3 8:31A Associated Press

The top-ranked player is 18 under with the low round each of the first two days.

White Sox beat Astros 7-3 and win consecutive home games for the 2nd time this season

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/3 3:52A Associated Press

Yainer Diaz went 3 for 4 with a home run and two RBIs for the Astros.

Fred VanVleet and the Rockets force a deciding Game 7 by beating the Warriors 115-107 in Game 6

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/3 3:33A Associated Press

Everybody will get back on an airplane and head to Houston for Game 7 on Sunday

Paige Bueckers has bumpy WNBA preseason debut as Wings lose to Aces in South Bend

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/3 3:24A Associated Press

Bueckers was the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft after leading UConn to a national title.

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South Block To Bring Its Fresh Flavors to North Carolina

Restaurant News 5/12 10:17A RestaurantNews.com

The award-winning acai and smoothie brand will open two new locations in Charlotte this year marking its first expansion outside the DMV market Charlotte, NC (...

Savory Fund’s Sale of Mo’ Bettahs Named 2025 Food & Beverage Deal of the Year by Mergers &...

Restaurant News 5/12 9:24A RestaurantNews.com

The growth-oriented deal in an unprecedented market is among 13 high-profile transactions honored by the publication Lehi, UT ( RestaurantNews.com ) Savory Fund and...

Claim Jumper Steakhouse & Bar Unveils All-New Happy Hour with Bold Bites and Crafted Cocktails

Restaurant News 5/12 8:34A RestaurantNews.com

Mini Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza Claim Jumper Steakhouse & Bar launches a new happy hour menu with new food items and cocktails. San Diego, CA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Claim...

Wings and Rings Heats up Summer With Refreshing New Flavors – And Continues 40% off Wings Tuesdays...

Restaurant News 5/12 7:02A RestaurantNews.com

The 85-unit sports restaurant and bar franchise is launching a summer LTO lineup featuring the Summer Crisp Salad, Pesto Chicken Wrap, Huli Huli Wing Sauce and Cinnamon Roll...

Restaurant Marketing Ideas for June

Restaurant News 5/12 5:56A RestaurantNews.com

Restaurant owners and operators will find many opportunities for marketing during June. Father’s Day is one of the busiest days of the year for most restaurants, but your...