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‘Extreme’ prison sentences for anti-ICE protesters may have ‘chilling effect’
Activists accused of being members of antifa received decades-long sentences this week for involvement in a protest gone awry.
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DFW news for Thursday, June 25: ‘Extreme’ prison sentences for anti-ICE protesters may have ‘chilling effect’; The Driskill Grill Doesn’t Quite Live Up to the Hype—Yet; and Young Hollywood’s Leading Women Are Texan. It’s Time We Claim Them as Our Own.; the latest from across Dallas-Fort Worth, curated from the best DFW sources.
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A Tesla Crashed Through a Harris County Home. Is the Car to Blame?
Automated vehicles and other self-driving technologies are on the rise. We break down their capabilities—and what it means when they cause harm.
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‘Where the River Took Us,’ Episode 6: “Those Days Are Gone”
The Guadalupe River, and what it means to so many Texans, changed on July 4, 2025. Whether to return and try to rebuild is a question each flood survivor must answer for themself.
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Fort Worth homicide: Father charged with Feb. murder of 9-year-old child
A Fort Worth man faces a capital murder charge after police arrested him in connection to the death of his 9-year-old daughter this past February.Fort Worth child death arrestPolice arrested 35-year-old Marquise Anderson on June 24 in connection to the Feb. 8 death of his 9-year-old daughter.The incident occurred at around 3:15 a.m. in the 1900 block of Daniel Street. Police found the victim lying in the floor of the residence unconscious, with CPR being performed on her.She was later taken to a local hospital, where she was pronounced deceased.Police found extensive bruising across the child's body upon arrival at the hospital.An arrest affidavit states that Anderson told police he hit the victim with a belt multiple times on her legs and back to physically discipline her.Anderson told police the child, his biological offspring, regularly stayed with him and his girlfriend on weekends.The affidavit says the child became ill while Anderson was bathing her after she wet the bed multiple
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Karmelo Anthony hires new legal team ahead of expected appeal of murder conviction
Karmelo Anthony has a new team of lawyers leading the appeal of his murder conviction.New Karmelo Anthony legal teamThe team of lawyers announced they were taking over Anthony's case on Monday.The group will work pro bono on the case. Anthony said he had no money to pay for attorney fees when filing his appeal.The team includes six attorneys, including some with Dallas ties. Russell Wilson II, who will lead the team, frequently contributes to FOX 4's legal coverage.Gary Bledsoe, the longtime Texas NAACP president, is also part of the team.The team's letter says they will "pursue all available avenues of appeal" relating to Anthony's murder conviction.Lee Merritt, a noted civil rights attorney, posted online that he helped put the team together.The new defense team has 30 days from the day of the conviction to file a motion for a new trial. Gary Udashen, an appeals attorney not associated with the case, tells FOX 4's Steven Dial that could be difficult to do, given that two weeks have a
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Wider Lens
Visuals of athletic competition impact us. The perfectly captured victory celebration, the image of a defeated competitor’s despair, the moment of a home run robbery — such pictures drive home the emotion we feel about what happens on the playing surfaces. They can have impact beyond the fields, courts, and pools, too, as seen in […] The post Wider Lens appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.
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A Tesla Crashed Through a Harris County Home. Is the Car to Blame?
Automated vehicles and other self-driving technologies are on the rise. We break down their capabilities—and what it means when they cause harm.
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The Oak Cliff Film Festival Is in Its ’90s Era
For 15 years, the Oak Cliff Film Festival (OCFF) has brought filmmakers from around the world to Dallas. Typically, their selections oscillate between the endearingly sentimental and the downright bizarre; that tonal flip-flop is what gives OCFF such a unique identity in North Texas’ increasingly crowded filmscape. From July 30 to August 2, the 2026 … Continued The post The Oak Cliff Film Festival Is in Its ’90s Era appeared first on D Magazine.
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NFL will not hold 2026 Supplemental Draft, blocking Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's path to the NFL hit another roadblock Tuesday after the league decided it will not hold a supplemental draft in 2026, effectively preventing the quarterback from joining an NFL team this season.Not holding the 2026 NFL Supplemental DraftSorsby announced last week that he planned to enter the supplemental draft amid an ongoing legal battle with the NCAA and Big 12 Conference over his eligibility following a gambling scandal.According to multiple reports, the NFL declined Sorsby's request for a supplemental draft, citing concerns about completing a review of his gambling history before the start of the season.The decision leaves Sorsby unable to sign with an NFL team this year and likely pushes his next opportunity to enter the league until the 2027 NFL Draft.Sorsby's College gambling scandal, eligibility battleSorsby was permanently ruled ineligible by the NCAA after admitting to placing thousands of sports wagers totaling about $90,000 during his
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Supergirl: Straighten Up and Fly Right
Forget superhero movies for a second. There are so many stories about sons born into privilege who waste their youth on pleasures and have to grow up, however belatedly, to be worthy of their family legacies. (Shakespeare’s Henry IV Part One is a good example.) How many such stories are there about daughters? Aren’t they as […] The post Supergirl: Straighten Up and Fly Right appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.
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Film Shorts // June 24-30, 2026
OPENING Carry on Jatta 4 (NR) The latest installment of the Punjabi-language comedy series is about a family dealing with the death of their patriarch and their dog. Starring Gippy Grewal, Jasmin Bajwa, Gurpreet Ghuggi, Karamjit Anmol, Jasmin Bhasin, Binnu Dhillon, and Sunil Grover. (Opens Friday) Con City (NR) This Tamil-language comic thriller […] The post Film Shorts // June 24-30, 2026 appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.
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Leviticus: Gay Panic
The horror movie Leviticus makes no overt reference to the Book of Leviticus. I dare say that gay readers are more familiar with the third book of the Old Testament than most Christians of any stripe. The relevant passage in the book says pretty unambiguously that male homosexuality is wrong, but the movie appears to […] The post Leviticus: Gay Panic appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.
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Why the Restaurant Group Behind Mi Cocina Is Trying to Rescue Razzoo’s Out of Bankruptcy
After acquiring the bankrupt Razzoo’s Cajun Cafe in January 2026 for $18.8 million, Dallas-based restaurant group M Crowd Restaurant Group—which owns Mi Cocina, Monkey Bar, The Mercury, and more—inherited more than a struggling restaurant chain. It inherited a once-beloved Texas brand that had lost its footing in one of the toughest environments casual dining has … Continued The post Why the Restaurant Group Behind Mi Cocina Is Trying to Rescue Razzoo’s Out of Bankruptcy appeared first on D Magazine.
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The World Cup bump: 10 days in and Dallas bars are big soccer fans
How do 7,000 Croatians organize a parade in downtown Dallas? Well, they just party and do it. This is a problem Dallas bars are happy to have.
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Argentina has arrived. Where to watch the World Cup in Dallas by country
Dallas bars and restaurants offer specials and watch parties where local expats can cheer on their home teams.
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Dallas Mavericks officially name Dusty May as new head coach
Dusty May has officially been named the new head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, per a team press release."I am honored to join the Dallas Mavericks organization," said May. "This is one of the most respected franchises in professional sports, with passionate fans, a talented roster, and a clear commitment to building a championship organization. I am grateful to Patrick Dumont, Masai Ujiri, and the Mavericks organization for this opportunity, and I look forward to helping bring another championship to the city of Dallas.""We set out to find a leader who embodies the values we want to define our organization," said Dallas Mavericks President of Basketball Operations Masai Ujiri. "Dusty has won at every stage of his career because of his ability to build. He develops players, creates accountability, and brings people together around a shared standard of excellence. His work ethic is extraordinary, and his teams consistently reflect his values. When you study his journey, you see someone
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Dallas Mavericks Appoint Former MLS, NFL Exec as Chief Marketing Officer
Dallas Mavericks James Ruth, Chief Marketing Officer James Ruth has been named chief marketing officer with the Dallas Mavericks. Ruth will be tasked with overseeing brand strategy, domestic and international marketing, in-game experience, merchandise, performance marketing, events, and more. He most recently served in the same capacity with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and has also served … Continued The post Dallas Mavericks Appoint Former MLS, NFL Exec as Chief Marketing Officer appeared first on D Magazine.
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2026 NBA Draft: Mavs select Michigan's Morez Johnson Jr. with No. 9 pick
The Mavs added Morez Johnson Jr. from Michigan to their future on Tuesday night, selecting a Michigan player to reunite with Dusty May as he prepares to become the head coach in Dallas.2026 NBA Draft live updates10:26 p.m.: Mavs trade 30th pick to SunsIt turns out the Mavs won't be making a second first-round selection in this year's NBA Draft.NBA insiders are reporting the team has traded the selection to the Phoenix Suns, who will select Arizona's Koa Peat.The Mavs receive the No. 47 pick in this year's NBA Draft, as well as two future second-round picks, in exchange for the 30th overall selection.9:40 p.m.: Morez Johnson Jr. ready to workThe Mavericks released a short video with newly drafted Morez Johnson Jr., who appears excited to get to work in Dallas.8:40 p.m.: The Big German makes an appearance.With the No. 14 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Charlotte Hornets selected Hannes Steinbach from Washington.ESPN attempted to play Steinbach a prerecorded message from Mavs legend Dirk
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Deal Ticker: String of Deals Puts Downtown Dallas’ Trammell Crow Center at 92 Percent Leased
Each week, D CEO Real Estate publishes the region’s top commercial real estate leases, sales, and new developments in its Deal Ticker. Submit your news via this online form. Lease Office The 1.2 million-square-foot Trammell Crow Center’s is now 92 percent leased, as Stream Realty’s Landlord Representation team has helped secure a string of new and renewed leases for … Continued The post Deal Ticker: String of Deals Puts Downtown Dallas’ Trammell Crow Center at 92 Percent Leased appeared first on D Magazine.
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A New Name for Cesar Chavez Learning Center
In the fall of 1997, Cesar Chavez Learning Center opened in East Dallas, roughly four years after the man it is named after died. This week, the Dallas ISD Board of Trustees will vote to change the school’s name and revise the processes for naming and renaming schools. The discussion on the former became necessary … Continued The post A New Name for Cesar Chavez Learning Center appeared first on D Magazine.
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Texas to spend $8 million to fix errors in controversial Bluebonnet curriculum in school
It’s been known for months that there are errors in the curriculum, but now we’re learning it’ll cost millions of taxpayer dollars to fix. Millions in taxpayer dollars to fund curriculum updatesMore than $8 million of taxpayer money will be spent to fix thousands of errors related to the Texas education agency’s controversial bluebonnet curriculum, according to a contract provided to FOX 4 by the state board of education’s Vice Chair Pam Little. "I just think that this is a cost that we really didn’t need to have," said Little. "My background is educational publishing and never have I ever seen a program come with this many errors."The Texas state legislature approved the curriculum in 2023. It drew criticism because parts of the curriculum incorporate lessons drawn from bible stories.Thousands of typos and copyright issues uncoveredIt’s not required to learn in all Texas school districts, but it’s incentivized as districts get $60 per student. Roughly a quarter of Texas school distric
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Dallas City Council approves lowering new convention center height, hindering Oak Cliff access to downtown
The Dallas City Council-approved height of a new convention center could cause traffic problems for Oak Cliff residents going to Downtown Dallas.Dallas City Council members voted 9-6 to keep the convention center height lower than initially planned for.That means the Houston Street and Jefferson Street viaducts would no longer be able to run through the convention center, interrupting traffic coming in and out of Downtown Dallas from the Oak Cliff area.The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee requested earlier in the week that the design return to the original plans so the Jefferson and Houston viaducts remain connected to downtown Dallas.Under the original plan, the expanded convention center was designed to be tall enough for traffic to flow continuously underneath the building. However, after efforts to cut $500 million in costs, the building's plans were lowered by two stories.In March, city staff proposed a plan to divert traffic from Jefferson Street onto the Houston Stree
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Why the Restaurant Group Behind Mi Cocina Is Trying to Rescue Razzoo’s Out of Bankruptcy
After acquiring the bankrupt Razzoo’s Cajun Cafe in January 2026 for $18.8 million, Dallas-based restaurant group M Crowd Restaurant Group—which owns Mi Cocina, Monkey Bar, The Mercury, and more—inherited more than a struggling restaurant chain. It inherited a once-beloved Texas brand that had lost its footing in one of the toughest environments casual dining has … Continued The post Why the Restaurant Group Behind Mi Cocina Is Trying to Rescue Razzoo’s Out of Bankruptcy appeared first on D Magazine.
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Healthcare Briefs: Two DFW Hospitals Rank on The Lown Institute’s 2026 Index Honor Roll
Two Dallas hospitals ranked high on The Lown Institute’s 2026 Index Honor Roll of 123 responsible acute care hospitals. Methodist Dallas Medical Center ranked No. 61, while Baylor University Medical Center came in at No. 70. The institute evaluated the equity, value, and outcomes of 2,718 U.S. hospitals to determine America’s Most Socially Responsible Hospitals of … Continued The post Healthcare Briefs: Two DFW Hospitals Rank on The Lown Institute’s 2026 Index Honor Roll appeared first on D Magazine.
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Meet the Dallas 500: Matt James, The Colossal Foundation
Colossal Foundation, the nonprofit arm of Colossal Biosciences, is trying to save endangered species. So far, it has raised $75 million and launched BioVault. Led Matt James, the organization operates a network of biobanking and genomics facilities focused on preserving genetic material from endangered species. Its BioVault facilities store living cell lines, reproductive tissues, and … Continued The post Meet the Dallas 500: Matt James, The Colossal Foundation appeared first on D Magazine.
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