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Four White Rhino cafe managers fired after objecting to drastic new uniform policy
White Rhino Coffee was created as a space for everyone. Now a rigid corporate makeover is dismantling that inclusive culture.
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DFW news for Thursday, July 9: Four White Rhino cafe managers fired after objecting to drastic new uniform policy; What happens when the city’s new digital kiosks break?; and These immigrant kids were once protected. Under Trump, their deportations have tripled; the latest from across Dallas-Fort Worth, curated from the best DFW sources.
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World Cup watch parties in North Texas go silent as U.S. bows out of tournament
The United States' run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has come to an end, much to the chagrin of soccer fans at watch parties across North Texas.USA loses to BelgiumBelgium defeated the United States 4-1 in their Round of 16 match in Seattle.The Belgians scored within the match's first ten minutes, and looked in control for most of the first half.The crowd at FIFA Fan Festival Dallas erupted when the U.S. briefly tied the match on a Malik Tillman free-kick goal.However, Belgium went back up 2-1 just a minute later, and would lead for the remainder of the match.In the second half, the Belgians added a goal on U.S. goalkeeper Matt Freese's miscue. Romelu Lukaku added the final goal in stoppage time for the 4-1 final.Belgium moves on to face Spain on Friday in Los Angeles, while the U.S. goes home.North Texas soccer fans disappointedFans at Texas Live! in Arlington expressed their disappointment in the loss to FOX 4's Peyton Yager."15 minutes into the match… it just hurt as a USA fan," one fa
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The Invite: Swing It!
Olivia Wilde’s The Invite reminds me of Woody Allen. I understand if you or she might not appreciate that comparison, but I can’t come up with a better one. Her four-hand comedy is as tense and funny and insightful about married couples as Woody’s best work. I’ve been missing that at the multiplex. Allen himself […] The post The Invite: Swing It! appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.
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Suspect arrested for murder after fatal South Dallas beating
A 23-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the fatal beating of a man in South Dallas last month, authorities announced Tuesday.
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Affidavit reveals victim was killed with a concrete block, suspect charged with murder
David Brown Jr., 23, has been arrested by U.S. Marshals and charged with murder for the fatal June 18 concrete block beating of John Nelson in South Dallas.
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Trackdown: 3 masked men murder innocent bystander in Pleasant Grove after targeting someone else
Dallas Police are searching for three suspects from a June 9 shooting in Pleasant Grove who killed an innocent man while initially targeting someone else.Pleasant Grove innocent bystander murderOn June 9, Myron Henry was shot by a masked man at 2015 North Masters Road and Bruton Road in the Pleasant Grove neighborhood of East Dallas.Around 6:30 p.m., Henry had been sitting next to Bruton Road Food, Beer & Wine mart when a man in a white shirt and dark shorts walked by him, as caught by the store's security camera.Approximately 20 minutes later, a Jeep Grand Cherokee drives down an alley near the mart, upon which two masked figures exit the vehicle with semi-automatic rifles.A third masked individual then gets out of the car. This individual appears to be the same man who walked by Henry minutes earlier.The first two suspects passed by Henry and began firing towards another group of people. Police said they struck one of the individuals, but they survived.Upon hearing the gunfire, Henry
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3 Romanian nationals sentenced in massive Dallas credit card skimming operation
Three Romanian nationals were sentenced to up to 30 years in prison for running a sophisticated retail credit card skimming factory that targeted hundreds of DFW shoppers.
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Texas Stock Exchange begins test trades as part of staged rollout
The Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) began operating Monday with the trading of test securities as part of a staged launch.
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Certificate in ICE custody death contains obvious error, family denied full autopsy
More than 100 days later, Nazeer Paktiawal's family has more questions than answers about how the Richardson resident died after being arrested by ICE.
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The Invite: Swing It!
Olivia Wilde’s The Invite reminds me of Woody Allen. I understand if you or she might not appreciate that comparison, but I can’t come up with a better one. Her four-hand comedy is as tense and funny and insightful about married couples as Woody’s best work. I’ve been missing that at the multiplex. Allen himself […] The post The Invite: Swing It! appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.
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Dallas Weather: Tuesday was the first 100-degree day of the year
It’s official. Tuesday was the first triple-digit day of the year in North Texas.Triple-Digit HeatWhile it’s been hot throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex for the past few days, Tuesday was the first official day of triple-digit temperatures.According to the National Weather Service, the temperature hit 100 degrees at DFW Airport at 3:20 p.m.The average first triple-digit day of the year is July 1, according to the NWS. So, the intense heat arrived just a few days behind schedule this year. "It’s plenty hot out there regardless of where you are and regardless of if it’s 99 or 100. And keep in mind that with the humidity, it feels even hotter," said FOX 4 Meteorologist Josh Johns.7-Day ForecastThe heat will intensify mid-week as rain chances dwindle. Forecasters have capped Wednesday’s rain chances at 10% along the I-35 corridor and 20% to the east, with highs again reaching the upper 90s. Rain chances drop to zero on Thursday, paving the way for the first widespread triple-digit
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The Ultimate Dive
In soccer, the upper 90 is said to be the best place to take shots. For Fort Worth soccer fans, the Upper 90 may be the best place to take shots. Named after the top 90-degree angles in a goalpost, this casual hole-in-the-wall on Magnolia has catered to Texas soccer enthusiasts for the last decade. […] The post The Ultimate Dive appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.
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This Is What You Get When You Cross a Quesadilla and a Sandwich
Empalme, the Mexican snack from Monterrey, is searing-hot and making its way into Texas restaurants.
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A New North Texas Japanese Restaurant Has Just Eight Seats. But It’s Not What You Think.
While Ichika feels exclusive, it’s surprisingly warm, comfortable, and restrained, unlike many similar omakase-style services in the state.
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Trackdown: 3 masked men murder innocent bystander in Pleasant Grove after targeting someone else
Dallas Police are searching for three suspects from a June 9 shooting in Pleasant Grove who killed an innocent man while initially targeting someone else.Pleasant Grove innocent bystander murderOn June 9, Myron Henry was shot by a masked man at 2015 North Masters Road and Bruton Road in the Pleasant Grove neighborhood of East Dallas.Around 6:30 p.m., Henry had been sitting next to Bruton Road Food, Beer & Wine mart when a man in a white shirt and dark shorts walked by him, as caught by the store's security camera.Approximately 20 minutes later, a Jeep Grand Cherokee drives down an alley near the mart, upon which two masked figures exit the vehicle with semi-automatic rifles.A third masked individual then gets out of the car. This individual appears to be the same man who walked by Henry minutes earlier.The first two suspects passed by Henry and began firing towards another group of people. Police said they struck one of the individuals, but they survived.Upon hearing the gunfire, Henry
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The Mavericks’ Measured Offseason Is a Sign of Things To Come
For the better part of two decades, Mavericks fans eyed the first week of July with anticipation tinged with terror. It carried special significance in their tribe: a tradition, a cycle, a signal from the Gods, akin to Punxsutawney Phil or his lesser-known Texan cousin, Big Al. Because, with varying levels of wisdom and commitment, … Continued The post The Mavericks’ Measured Offseason Is a Sign of Things To Come appeared first on D Magazine.
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Food Network’s New BBQ-Competition Show Stars a Few Familiar Texas Faces
Pitmasters, which premieres July 13, promises to be different than any of the other cooking competition shows out there.
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Late Dallas Cowboys DE Marshawn Kneeland diagnosed with CTE
Researchers at Boston University have diagnosed former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland with CTE.Marshawn Kneeland’s DeathKneeland died by suicide at the age of 24 in November 2025.According to a report released by the Texas Department of Public Safety, troopers attempted to stop his vehicle around 10:30 p.m. for a traffic violation on the Dallas North Tollway near Keller Springs Boulevard.Kneeland allegedly refused to stop, leading to a police pursuit.Videos from the North Texas Tollway Authority show a trooper chasing a speeding car. But investigators said the trooper ultimately lost sight of the vehicle and ended the pursuit. The vehicle was later found abandoned after being involved in a crash near The Star in Frisco, and police searched that area.During the search, officers were told Kneeland had expressed "suicidal ideations." Kneeland was found just after 1:30 a.m. with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. What is CTE?CTE, or chronic traumatic encephalopathy,
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Innocent bystander caught in crossfire at Dallas apartment complex shootout
An innocent bystander was hospitalized Tuesday night after being caught in the crossfire of a shootout between two groups at a Dallas apartment complex, authorities said.
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Fort Worth officials vote against data center zoning rules after residents voice concerns
Fort Worth zoning officials rejected proposed recommendations for data centers built in the city on Wednesday. Leaders spent much of the day addressing concerns over data centers in nearby neighborhoods and how it affects their quality of life.Fort Worth Data CentersFort Worth's zoning commission voted 7-4 against new restrictions on data centers in the city.Some members said they need more information before imposing regulations on a constantly changing industry.Currently, Fort Worth does not have any specific regulations when it comes to the construction of data centers within city limits. They follow industrial development standards.Fort Worth already has four operational data centers. There are another five that are planned or already under construction.According to the city, the data centers have generated more than $83 million in property taxes for Fort Worth over the past five years.Complaint data compiled over those five years has been minimal.Still, many residents are worried
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2 arrested in connection to fatal June shooting in McKinney
McKinney Police have made multiple arrests in connection to a shooting at an apartment complex in McKinney that left a man dead.W. White Avenue shooting arrestsDaniel Chavira and an unidentified 16-year-old juvenile suspect were arrested following the June 19 shooting of 19-year-old Jose Herberto Martin.Chavira was arrested on June 20 and charged with criminal conspiracy to commit capital murder.The juvenile was arrested on July 1 and charged with capital murder.Police said there are no more outstanding suspects in their investigation.Officers responded to the Larkin Apartments on West White Street around 8:30 p.m. on June 19 for a shots-fired call.One victim, identified as 19-year-old Jose Herberto Martin, was found inside a vehicle in the apartment complex parking lot with a gunshot wound to his neck.Martin was taken to an area hospital where he later died.McKinney Police said their investigation remains ongoing, and that more information will be released when it becomes available.
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Republicans eyeing American Airlines Center for midterm ‘Trumpapalooza’ in Dallas
Sources within the Republican Party told FOX 4 that the American Airlines Center is a top choice.
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These immigrant kids were once protected. Under Trump, their deportations have tripled
The Trump administration has gutted policies that gave immigrant minors access to legal counsel and relief from deportation while they applied to stay in the U.S.
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Fort Worth officials vote against data center zoning rules after residents voice concerns
Fort Worth zoning officials rejected proposed recommendations for data centers built in the city on Wednesday. Leaders spent much of the day addressing concerns over data centers in nearby neighborhoods and how it affects their quality of life.Fort Worth Data CentersFort Worth's zoning commission voted 7-4 against new restrictions on data centers in the city.Some members said they need more information before imposing regulations on a constantly changing industry.Currently, Fort Worth does not have any specific regulations when it comes to the construction of data centers within city limits. They follow industrial development standards.Fort Worth already has four operational data centers. There are another five that are planned or already under construction.According to the city, the data centers have generated more than $83 million in property taxes for Fort Worth over the past five years.Complaint data compiled over those five years has been minimal.Still, many residents are worried
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o9 Solutions Taps Former Goldman Sachs and Target Exec as CTO
o9 Solutions Ashwin Rao, Chief Technology Officer O9 Solutions has tapped Ashwin Rao as the software company’s new chief technology officer. Rao previously held executive positions at major financial institutions, including Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley, as well as at Target and QXO. With o9, he will be tasked with furthering its APEX initiative, building upon … Continued The post o9 Solutions Taps Former Goldman Sachs and Target Exec as CTO appeared first on D Magazine.
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Plano ISD elementary school teacher charged with sexual assault of a child
Police say a Plano ISD teacher was arrested on Wednesday after continuously sexually abusing a child at the elementary school he worked at.Plano ISD teacher arrestedOn Wednesday, July 8, the Plano Police Department arrested 64-year-old Paul Campbell and charged him with continuous sexual abuse of a child.Campbell had been employed as a teacher at Brinker Elementary School within Plano ISD. He had been with the district fore more than 25 years.Police obtained an arrest warrant for Campbell after an investigation into student reports of inappropriate physical contact that occurred at Brinker Elementary School.Investigators said the victim is a 8-year-old second grade student, and that the alleged abuse happened multiple times on the school's campus over the past school year.The student's parents contacted police over the July 4 holiday weekend.Campbell was arrested in the Plano ISD Administration Building parking lot on Wednesday morning, according to Plano officials, and said he was cau
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Bon Voyage, Baller
We may be a little late, but we’d like to wish a happy retirement to a North Texas barbershop legend. In April, 84-year-old Travis Dehorney retired after multiple decades in business as owner and operator of Dehorney’s Barber & Beauty. He has created a legacy of not only great, smooth cuts but of inspiring the […] The post Bon Voyage, Baller appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.
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