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An arctic storm is expected to blanket the state. Here’s what Texans can expect.

Texas is preparing for the coldest temperatures of the season, and forecasters are warning of possible power outages and icy roads in much of...

North Texas school district cancels Islamic Games for alleged ties to group governor calls terroristic

Fort Worth Report, The Texas Tribune January 21, 2026 FORT WORTH — Grapevine-Colleyville ISD officials “severed negotiations” with an Islamic group seeking to host an all-ages...

University of North Texas to offer free tuition for some incoming freshmen

The program will cover tuition and fees for new freshmen from Texas families earning up to $100,000. by Jessica Priest The University of North Texas announced Wednesday...

Another chapter in SOC history celebrated with community parade

By A'Nease Linnear on January 10, 2026Headlines “We wanted to do the parade right here in ‘The Cliff,’ says Principal Willie Johnson. “There have been talks of it...

AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM, DALLAS PRESENTS ICONS OF LIBERATION: KING AND MANDELA EXHIBIT JAN. 15-APRIL 17

The interactive exhibit explores freedom, moral courage and collective action as the Museum builds momentum toward its summer presentation of Nelson Mandela: The Official Exhibition DALLAS (Jan. 13,...

Dallas ISD names finalists in annual MLK Jr. oratory competition

By The Hub  Dallas ISD students will once again take center stage in the annual MLK Jr. Oratory Competition, presented by Foley & Lardner LLP. The competition,...

North Texas’ largest public transit system may come undone in 2026

Joshua Fechter, The Texas Tribune January 5, 2026 DALLAS — A suburban mutiny against North Texas’ largest public transit agency threatens to upend how tens of...

Back where they belong: South Oak Cliff’s return to the top

By A'Nease Linnear This has become a routine for the South Oak Cliff High School Golden Bears.  For the fifth consecutive December, SOC returned to AT&T Stadium...

Sharon Laverne Gray

June 5, 1945 – November 11, 2025 Sharon LaVerne Gray (Jones) was born on June 5, 1945, in Dallas, Texas, as the eldest of three daughters to...

Police officer spreads cheer one toy at a time

 0 By The Hub on December 11, 2025 Headlines When Dallas ISD police officer Omar Sepulveda decided to bring holiday cheer—and presents—to students with special needs at Dr. L.G....

Rep. Jasmine Crockett Announces Run for Senate, Rev. Frederick Haynes, III Files to Run for Her Old Seat

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — On December 8, Rep. Crockett, who has built a reputation as a firebrand in Congress in the fight against Trump’s MAGA...

Coaching for a legacy

By Gema Guevara on December 5, 2025Inside Dallas ISD When the Dallas Cowboys launched an elite girls flag football league, history was made across Dallas ISD. But nowhere...

Melissa and South Oak Cliff meet on Friday at Cotton Bowl Stadium         for UIL football semifinal

Dallas leaders say Cotton Bowl Stadium at Fair Park is open for business and ready to host signature Texas high school football matchups and...

Dallas ISD cheer program builds spirit and confidence through competition

DALLAS — Dallas ISD’s cheerleading program is more than just chants and stunts. It’s about leadership, confidence, and community. This mission was on full display as more...

Roosevelt cheer program builds momentum with growing roster

 By Molly Schrader  When a student told Honesty Lewis they wished she would coach cheer at Franklin D. Roosevelt High School of Innovation, she realized this...

Dallas Lawyers Answer Legal Questions via E-Clinic

Dallas Lawyers Answer Legal Questions via E-Clinic Volunteer attorneys will answer legal questions at no cost from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesdays in...