City Council Approves New Downtown Development Project•Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Dallas-Fort Worth AreaCity Council Approves New Downtown Development Project•Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Dallas-Fort Worth Area
DFW hosts some of Texas's most iconic annual events — from the State Fair of Texas at Fair Park (Sep 25–Oct 18, 2026) to the World Cup Fan Fest drawing international crowds to Fair Park in June. Beyond the marquee events, Dallas's neighborhood event calendars are consistently active: Deep Ellum's First Saturday art walks, Lower Greenville's farmers markets, Bishop Arts District seasonal festivals, and Oak Cliff's Kessler Theater programming keep the city's event calendar full year-round.
The owners of the Oak Cliff apartment complex destroyed in May's deadly gas explosion are suing Atmos Energy, alleging the utility company failed in several ways, including not shutting off the gas quickly enough after the leak was first reported.Atmos Energy faces lawsuitThe newly filed lawsuit claims Atmos Energy also failed to properly mark its gas lines and ignored known safety risks. The explosion killed three people, including a child, and injured five others.The lawsuit comes as the Oak Cliff community continues to honor one of the victims through a new mural.Oak Cliff community honors explosion victimVolunteers gathered Sunday outside J&E Express in Oak Cliff to paint the mural, which artist Issy Martinez said is meant to recognize hardworking members of the community."It's amazing. I'm really impressed and proud of the community for being part of this," Martinez said.Martinez said the mural is intended to represent the people who have helped shape Oak Cliff."The mural over
A Mexican soccer legend will suit up for a new North Texas club for their inaugural 2027 season.Chicharito signs with Atlético DallasAtlético Dallas announced the signing of Javier "Chicharito" Hernández to a two-year contract with a club option for a third year.Hernández is the first player signed in Atlético Dallas history."I believe Dallas deserves a club that reflects its passion for football, its diversity, and its future," said Hernández. "I want to help create a winning culture, inspire young players across North Texas, and give our supporters a team they can believe in from the very beginning. I didn't come here simply to finish my career. I came here to help build the future of football in Dallas.""From the very beginning, our dream wasn't simply to launch another professional soccer club," said Matt Valentine, Founder and Chairman of Atlético Dallas. "Our dream was to build a club that truly belongs to Dallas. Javier believed in that vision… His career speaks for itself, but
A 47-year-old motorcyclist was killed Saturday night after his motorcycle collided with an 18-wheeler in Arlington, police said.Officers responded around 9:13 p.m. to the 3900 block of Avenue E East following reports of a crash involving a motorcycle and a tractor-trailer, according to the Arlington Police Department.Investigators said the driver of the 18-wheeler was attempting to turn left from a store parking lot onto Avenue E when the motorcycle, traveling eastbound and rounding a curve, struck the side of the truck. The impact threw both the motorcyclist and a female passenger from the motorcycle.The 47-year-old rider was pronounced dead at the scene. Police said he was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.The female passenger suffered injuries that were not considered life-threatening and declined transportation to a hospital.The driver of the 18-wheeler remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. No criminal charges have been filed, and the crash remains un
Triple-digit heat is returning to North Texas this week as a high-pressure system locks in extreme temperatures across the central and southern United States.
A small airplane went down near the Arlington Municipal Airport on Monday morning.According to the Federal Aviation Administration, the Aviat Husky A-1C-200 veered off the runway after landing at airport around 10:35 a.m.Two people were on board at the time.It’s not clear if anyone was hurt.The cause of the incident is also still under investigation by the FAA.
In Discussion With PEDIATRIC HEALTH ROUNDTABLE Q&A Whether you are a first-time or veteran parent, concerns about your child’s health and well-being are always top of mind. From the first pediatrician and dental appointments throughout adolescence and early adulthood, finding the best care and advice is as comforting as it is helpful. The Dallas area … Continued The post Pediatric Health Roundtable appeared first on D Magazine.
A 20-year-old man was rushed to a local hospital Sunday afternoon after being pulled from the water at Little Elm Beach following a drowning incident, authorities said.
A mother and two children were killed late Sunday night in Kaufman County after an 18-wheeler rear-ended their stalled car, knocking the vehicle over a bridge railing, state troopers said.
The American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis, asking anyone who can to donate immediately.National Blood CrisisAccording to the nonprofit, blood donations have fallen to a four-year summer low.It’s so low that the Red Cross is currently limiting the distribution of blood to hospitals, which impacts mothers giving birth, patients experiencing chronic illness, and people who have suffered accidents.All blood types are needed. But the situation is especially dire for Type O blood. There’s less than a one-day supply on hand."This summer has brought a number of unique challenges that have placed additional strain on our blood supply, creating growing concerns for hospitals and the patients who rely on lifesaving transfusions," said Paul Sullivan, senior vice president of donor services for the Red Cross. "If just three more donors gave at each blood drive this summer, we could help the blood supply rebound and ensure hospitals have the blood products they need throughout the
When thoughtfully designed, kitchens and baths become more than just another room in the house they become retreats. The heart of any home, the kitchen is where family and friends comfortably gather to cook and enjoy a meal together. At the end of a busy day, it is a treat to find refuge in a … Continued The post Style and Function appeared first on D Magazine.
There’s something undeniably romantic about a home with double porches. They bring to mind slow mornings with a cup of coffee, evenings spent watching the sunset, and neighbors who still wave as they pass by. Tucked beneath a canopy of mature trees, 6671 Gaston Avenue embraces that timeless way of living, pairing classic Southern architecture … Continued The post Hot Property: A Gardener’s Dream in Lakewood appeared first on D Magazine.
Even with sound issues throughout the first half of the show, the outspoken outlaw delivered an enthralling set at his surprise Sons of Hermann Hall show on Friday night.
