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DFW news for Tuesday, June 23: Paxton distances himself as advocates criticize ‘out of touch’ GOP anti-IVF platform; TM BBQ Fest 2026: Early Bird Ticket Instructions; and Messi mania, Messi madness, Messi record-breaking came to conquer in Dallas; the latest from across Dallas-Fort Worth, curated from the best DFW sources.

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A Haslet pastor could return to his church following an extended leave of absence following the arrest of his son, who was booked for failing to comply with mandatory sex offender registration requirements in February.Heritage Baptist Church has a scheduled vote for this weekend to reinstate Pastor Eric Crawford, sources tell FOX 4.A post sent to FOX 4 says that Crawford will teach Sunday school and preach at Heritage Baptist Church this Sunday, before the Haslet church will hold a vote on his reinstatement as pastor.Crawford has been away from the church since Feb. 19 following his son's arrest.Heritage Baptist Church did not respond to FOX 4 when asked for comment about the vote. Caleb Crawford arrestEric Crawford's son, Caleb Crawford, was arrested on Feb. 19 for failing to comply with sex offender registration requirements.Records show Caleb was indicted in 2016 on charges of indecency with a child involving sexual conduct involving a 12-year-old girl. He is required to register as

Haslet pastor could return to church after son's sex offender arrest controversy — FOX 4 Dallas

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The modern adult desk has changed. Somewhere between the laptop, the coffee mug, and the plant that is technically still alive, there is often a tiny superhero, a cartoon character, or a plastic reminder of a show someone has watched more times than they would admit in public. Except now, they probably would admit it […] The post Why Adults Are Collecting Toys Again appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.

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Thinking about modifying your physical appearance is a major step that requires careful thought and planning. Many individuals look into different options to boost their self-esteem or address particular physical traits. Understanding the process can help you make a smart decision. Modern medical advancements have made specialized procedures safer and far more accessible than ever […] The post Exploring the World of Cosmetic Surgery: What You Need to Know appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.

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The biggest sports tournament in the world is coming to the United States. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be bigger than the Super Bowl, watched by billions of people from around the world. This time, it’s coming right to our doorstep. Nine matches are set to be played at Dallas Stadium, better […] The post Every 2026 World Cup Game Set to be Played Near Fort Worth appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.

Every 2026 World Cup Game Set to be Played Near Fort Worth — Fort Worth Weekly
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Outside Argentina 163 is where Argentina fans are getting in the spirit for Monday’s match against Austria. To no one’s surprise, there is some Messi-mania out here after his hat trick in Kansas City last week. Nonetheless, Argentina fans are excited to see how he performs here in Arlington.Messi-Mania takes over ahead of Arlington matchAustria may be a small country, but don't count them out. Those fans have the utmost faith in their team that they can take on the reigning World Cup champions. Jorg's Café Vienna was packed on Saturday afternoon. The Austrian restaurant in Plano is a place for fans to get a taste of home while visiting for the FIFA World Cup. Rick Grunbaum and Katherine Steinberger were both born in Vienna, Austria, but now call North Texas home. "It's nice, it's really exciting, and it's special to kind of see the teams have their own identity, but it's special to see the Austrian team actually being recognized on an international scale," said Steinberger.The two met

Argentina vs Austria World Cup 2026: North Texas fan hubs buzzing before Messi kickoff — FOX 4 Dallas
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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.

Dallas Mavericks Appoint Former MLS, NFL Exec as Chief Marketing Officer — D Magazine

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McKinney police are investigating after one person was shot in an apartment complex parking lot.Officers responded to the Larkin Apartments on West White Street around 8:30 p.m. Friday for a shots fired call.A 19-year-old, identified as 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 no arrests have been made.Anyone with information is asked to call the tip line at 972-547-3480 or email CrimeTipLine@mckinneytexas.org.

McKinney shooting leaves 1 dead — FOX 4 Dallas
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Dallas police have released more details about the shocking murder of a woman whose body was found frozen and stuffed in a freezer.Kendrick Brown, 51, was arrested last week for 27-year-old Maria Murray’s death. A newly released arrest warrant affidavit indicates the two were in a romantic relationship plagued by violence.Woman found in freezer of abandoned homeMurray’s body was found on May 10 inside the freezer of an abandoned home in the 1400 block of Georgia Avenue, which is in East Oak Cliff.The house is located near the Illinois Avenue DART Station. Neighbors described it as a frequent site for drug activity with people coming and going all day and night.According to court documents, several of those people reached out to detectives with tips.The affidavit states that a neighbor called 911 on May 10 to report that a lot of people were leaving the vacant residence, saying there was a body in a freezer. The responding officers located the freezer and the body in a master bedroom.Th

Dallas woman stabbed in the head, body stuffed in master bedroom freezer, affidavit says — FOX 4 Dallas
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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

Texas to spend $8 million to fix errors in controversial Bluebonnet curriculum in school — FOX 4 Dallas
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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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Arcosa, a Dallas-based provider of construction and engineering infrastructure, has been acquired by industry rival CRH for $8.5 billion. Under the deal, CRH, a building materials provider headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, will acquire 100 percent of Arcosa for $150 per share, a premium to Arcosa’s closing price before the acquisition, which was $135.84 per share. … Continued The post Dallas-based Arcosa Acquired by Rival CRH for $8.5 Billion appeared first on D Magazine.

Dallas-based Arcosa Acquired by Rival CRH for $8.5 Billion — D Magazine
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At Oxenfree Stonebriar, that evolution takes shape through thoughtfully designed townhomes that blend the scale of a single-family home with the ease of a rental community. Now leasing and move-in ready, Oxenfree Stonebriar introduces a new standard for modern living in North Texas, one rooted in space, design, and the kind of everyday functionality that … Continued The post A New Approach to Townhome Living at Oxenfree Stonebriar appeared first on D Magazine.

A New Approach to Townhome Living at Oxenfree Stonebriar — D Magazine