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Every Angel Tree child adopted this year as Salvation Army urges gift drop-offs

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local News) 12/16 12:02A Larry Collins

For the first time in several years, every single Angel on the Salvation Army Angel Tree has been adopted — ensuring thousands of children and older adults will have something special this holiday...

Viral social media post saves 50-year Christmas tradition at Fort Worth school

CBS DFW News 12/15 6:28A Lauren Crawford

What started as a simple social media post turned into a Christmas miracle for hundreds of students in Fort Worth ISD. At George C. Clarke Elementary School, a holiday...

Woman charged with capital murder in 3-year-old son's death in child abuse case

CBS DFW News 12/9 7:18A Steven Rosenbaum

The mother of a 3-year-old boy has been charged with capital murder after her son died at a Dallas hospital. McKinney PD confirmed that Chelsea Berg, 30, was arrested on Monday. Her boyfriend,...

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BOOK REVIEW: THE TWELVE SUSPECTS OF CHRISTMAS (A PROVENCE MYSTERY) by Ana T. Drew

Parker BubbleLife iReporter 12/11 7:00P KAREN SIDDALL

The Twelve Suspects of Christmas A Provence Mystery by Ana T. Drew A long-forgotten cold case may add up to murder! The Twelve Suspects of Christmas is a spin-off cozy mystery set in the Provencal...

BOOK REVIEW: THE GREENLEAF MURDERS (HISTORIC HOMES MYSTERY, #1) by R.J. Koreto

Parker BubbleLife iReporter 12/10 7:00P KAREN SIDDALL

The Greenleaf Murders Historic Homes Mystery, #1 by R.J. Koreto Was it the passion for the old family home that led to murder? The Greenleaf Murders is the first book in R.J. Koretos new cozy...

BOOK REVIEW: SNOWFALL by Jennifer Patricia O'Keeffe

Parker BubbleLife iReporter 12/10 7:00P KAREN SIDDALL

Snowfall by Jennifer Patricia OKeeffe Has an anxiety-ridden librarian met her perfect match during a snowstorm? Snowfall by Jennifer Patricia OKeeffe is a fun romance novella about an anxious...

BOOK REVIEW: THE STARLIGHT MINT SURPRISE MURDER (CHRISTMAS COOKIES) by Marla A. White

Parker BubbleLife iReporter 12/8 9:00P KAREN SIDDALL

The Starlight Mint Surprise Murder Christmas Cookies by Marla A. White Mels attempt at starting over leads to an attempt on her life! After an on-the-job injury leaves Emmeline Mel ORourke unable...

Delayed care to 2 Black pregnant women highlights maternal health disparities

Spectrum News Health 12/3 3:21A Associated Press

While maternal mortality rates for white, Hispanic and Asian women fell in 2023, the rate for Black women barely budged.

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John’s Backyard Grill: Dallas’ Unassuming Flavor Haven

Crave DFW 12/12 9:03A Steven Doyle

If you’re driving along Davenport Road in far north Dallas and see a Chevron, it might be easy to pass right by. But behind the everyday gas pumps and convenience store sits John’s Backyard Grill , a...

Sevy’s Grill to Close After Nearly 30 Years, Plans to Find a New Home

Crave DFW 12/12 4:36A Steven Doyle

After nearly three decades, a Dallas dining institution near Preston Center will be closing its doors. Sevy’s Grill , a fixture on the 8200 block of Preston Road and a longtime favorite of the city’s...

World-Class Wine Competition Expands Horizons: Texas International Wine Competition (TXIWC) Partners...

Texas Wine Lover 12/10 6:50A Jeff Cope

Press Release The Texas International Wine Competition (TXIWC) invites amateur winemakers to compete alongside established vintners for top awards in one of North America s...

Feng Cha Appoints Dessie Brown, Jr. as Director of Marketing

Restaurant News 12/8 2:05A RestaurantNews.com

Dessie Brown, Jr. Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Feng Cha , the rapidly-growing U.S. boba tea brand known for its handcrafted drinks and vibrant community spaces, today...

Goode Partners / Sicilian Oven and 19 More Restaurant News Headliners of the Past Week

Restaurant News 12/8 12:06A RestaurantNews.com

Goode Partners/ Sicilian Oven, Layne s Chicken Fingers, Angry Chickz, White Castle, and Ono Hawaiian BBQ lead RestaurantNews.com s Top 20 stories for the week ending December...

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Cute Holiday Style + The Best Sales!?

The Sister Studio 12/12 2:51A Jennifer Reed

TGIF, my friends!! We are one week out from Christmas break, and I can t wait!! I found some REALLY great items this week, including this $10 cozy pullover , affordable holiday party outfit ideas,...

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Cooper Flagg becomes youngest player to score 42 points but laments Mavericks' overtime loss to...

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/16 2:09A Associated Press

Flagg topped the previous mark of 37 set by LeBron James on Dec. 13, 2003 — in a 140-133 loss to the Utah Jazz on Monday night.

From no offers to the College Football Playoff, Cashius Howell has had an incredible rise

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/16 1:58A Associated Press

On Saturday, he’ll lead seventh-seeded Texas A&M against 10th-seeded Miami in the Aggies’ College Football Playoff debut.

Texas A&M promotes Holmon Wiggins to offensive coordinator

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/16 1:42A Associated Press

Wiggins will take over for Collin Klein, who was recently hired as Kansas State’s coach following the retirement of Chris Klieman.

Texas Rangers address needs by signing catcher Danny Jansen and reliever Tyler Alexander

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/16 1:37A Associated Press

The addition of Jansen on a $14.5 million, two-year contract pairs him with returner Kyle Higashioka to give the Rangers a veteran catching duo.

Rantanen, Duchene, Johnston each have goal and assist as Stars beat Kings 4-1

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/16 1:29A Associated Press

Oskar Back scored his first NHL-winning goal for the Stars, who are second in the overall standings.

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Dallas Area ZIP Code Ranked Top 5 in the U.S.

VIP Realty 12/10 2:58A rs@viprealtyinfo.com (VIP Realty

Dallas Area ZIP Code Ranked Top 5 in the U.S. In late 2025, a national relocation-tracking service named Lavon’s 75166 ZIP code the No. 5 hottest ZIP code in the entire United...

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Vegan Pho

Love and Lemons 1/11 12:00A Jeanine Donofrio

This vegan pho recipe is a delicious plant-based spin on the classic Vietnamese noodle soup. It s an updated version of a recipe I first shared in 2016, inspired by the...

Weekly Meal Plan #2

Joyful Healthy Eats 1/9 10:00P Krista

This healthy weekly meal plan is perfect for a fresh start for the new year, with 5 days of easy breakfast and dinner recipes made from real, wholesome ingredients and a high protein focus in mind....

Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard Enters 2026 With Record Growth, 600th Shop Milestone and...

Restaurant News 1/9 8:44A RestaurantNews.com

Brand posts double-digit year-over-year growth, launches new franchise incentives and accelerates Sunbelt expansion Philadelphia, PA ( Restaurant News Release ) Rita’s...

Honey Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli

Joyful Healthy Eats 1/7 10:00P Krista

This Honey Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli stir fry is sweet, savory, and just spicy enough to make things perfectly balanced. Ready in only 15 minutes, it s a quick and healthy dinner recipe that tastes...

35 Vegan Meal Prep Ideas

Love and Lemons 1/6 2:40A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

If you want to eat more plants in 2026, these vegan meal prep ideas are for you! They include our best grab-and-go breakfasts, packable lunches, and make-ahead dinners—all...

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Painting Neon Art Project for Kids

Kids Activities Blog 1/9 11:28P Brittany

School-aged kids will learn how to paint neon art in this fun project. Our simple techniques can easily be used The post Painting Neon Art Project for Kids appeared first on...

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