Paul Quinn College received a $20 million gift, the largest in the school’s 152-year history, officials announced Thursday; an upcoming hearing could decide whether a Dallas County jury’s award of nearly $4 million for the family of a motorist killed after hitting a 18-wheeler stopped on an interstate will be upheld; First Baptist Dallas gets appro…

Got questions about food and restaurants? The Dallas Morning News food team has launched Ask Eat Drink D-FW. The team answers questions on the pod about an Italian restaurant that closed and how to make a shortcut beef stroganoff. The team also discusses how local farmers could benefit from the recent news of Michelin moving into town, plus why For…

Dallas Area Rapid Transit service to downtown’s Central Business District has been restored following a Sunday morning accident that caused major damage to the electrical system that powers DART’s light rail; Public health authorities announced Wednesday a person in Dallas contracted West Nile virus, marking the city’s first human diagnosis this ye…

A trial in a countersuit brought by Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones against a mother and daughter who say he is the younger woman’s father came to a sudden resolution Tuesday afternoon;Fair Park has been under scrutiny since its nonprofit manager, Fair Park First, launched a forensic audit to determine whether the park’s operator, Oak View Group, …

Many of the weekend’s delays and cancelations resulted from an outage involving Austin-based cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike that said the issue behind the outage, which affected Microsoft 365 apps and services, was not a security incident or cyberattack. The issue grounded hundreds of flights for major airlines like Delta Air Lines, United Airlines…

Daily rain chances, below normal temperatures expected this week in Dallas-Fort Worth; Vice President Kamala Harris is the instant front-runner for Democrats; Texas Democrats thank Biden for his service, ponder way forward; Dallas firefighters injured after truck drives off elevated roadway; lands on DART tracks Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

Texas is the second to worst state in the country to be a woman with health issues, according to new findings from the Commonwealth Fund, a research foundation dedicated to improving health care; Dallas to combine departments, eliminate jobs to save more than $1 million; a multinational North Texas real estate developer has finalized plans for one …

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant discuss [00:52] how the Rangers and MLB pulled off the second All-Star Game in franchise history . Everything was aces, they said, except maybe major professional sports leagues could give the cowboy theme a rest when putting on a show locally. [14:23] Evan also tells us that, even though the Rang…

The Michelin Guide is coming to Texas, and it's the biggest news to hit the local restaurant scene in ... maybe forever. The Dallas Morning News food team explains how Michelin works, what the inspectors look for, and which Dallas and Fort Worth restaurants are poised for Michelin recognition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.…

AT&T now faces a legal fight after more than 100 million U.S. customers who used the company’s wireless services between March and October 2022 had their phone numbers stolen in the company’s second major data breach of 2024; Texas Democrats cited Cruz’s opposition to a 2013 comprehensive immigration proposal and another bipartisan plan negotiated …

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is expected to take the stand at a federal trial next week in Texarkana when a jury hears his lawsuit against a woman who says she is his biological daughter; Dallas City Council member Jaynie Schultz won’t seek a third term, saying she wants to pursue other opportunities and travel more than she could as an elected…

Sunny, warm and breezy today with a high of 102. Clear and breezy tonight with a low of 80. Sweltering heat will envelop Dallas for the next couple of days, but relief is in sight. A heat advisory is in place with the temperature expected to hit 100 degrees today and tomorrow. The heat index will be around 105 degrees. A summer cold front from the …

Miller was about 30 feet behind former President Donald Trump – standing in the front row of the bleachers – at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, when he witnessed what is being investigated as an assassination attempt on the presumptive Republican presidential nominee; Both sides want to know how the gunman who shot Trump was able to get s…

North Texas transit officials on Thursday expressed a willingness to continue examining a proposed line that loops around downtown Dallas instead of through it; also in the aftermath of Beryl making landfall Monday as a Category 1 hurricane, the Houston Police Department sent out a call asking for volunteer officers from across the state to help th…

Have you ever thought about what your last meal would be? For some Dallasites, it would be shrimp cocktail from TJ's Seafood. For others, it's a double double cheeseburger, enchiladas with roasted chicken, or a favorite childhood carrot cake. The Dallas Morning News food team talks about foods that evoke special memories and bring us comfort during…

A megachurch in Frisco has removed a longtime pastor due to a “moral failure,” according to a Tuesday email the church sent congregants that was obtained by The Dallas Morning News; a company has installed computerized vending machines to sell ammunition in grocery stores in Alabama, Oklahoma and Texas, allowing patrons to pick up bullets along wit…

Some worry Texas A&M-Commerce will move away from its East Texas roots if it incorporates Dallas into the university’s name; Dallas family still struggling after teenager killed outside home in February shooting - This story is part of The Dallas Morning News’ homicide project focused on sharing the stories of all people killed in Dallas in 2024.; …

A jury is scheduled in less than two weeks to hear Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones’ lawsuit that a woman alleging he is her biological father and her mother breached a contract they entered more than 20 years ago; 2 bodies recovered at Lake Ray Hubbard after swimmers go missing on July 4, officials say; Stars launching trailblazing streaming app t…

The Dallas-Fort Worth area could have multiple rounds of wet weather as a line of storms over Oklahoma moves south and Hurricane Beryl barrels toward the Texas coast; two Texas Rangers made the AL All-Star team but a third may join them; Clint Murchison III, the eldest son of Dallas Cowboys founder Clint Murchison Jr., died Tuesday of prostate canc…

Happy Fourth of July! The Dallas Morning News food team shares their favorite Independence Day food memories, from milkshakes to patriotic fruit displays, then dives into grilling tips from Dallas chefs. Brent Reaves of Smokey John's shares why he prefers to go with smoked salmon on the holiday, Dean Fearing has secrets for grilling corn and chicke…

Advocates and lawmakers are applauding the move by local law enforcement to re-arrest a North Texas woman accused of attempting to drown two children in a Euless swimming pool; Texas Democrats welcomed a proposed rule Tuesday that would establish the first federal safety standards requiring workers to have access to shade, water and rest when opera…

Saharan dust has made another trip across the Atlantic, and Texans are seeing the effects of it this week; Parking unregistered cars on Dallas streets could lead to fines under proposal; Cedar Fair CEO takes over Six Flags as merger closes, but no changes to passes are expected; John Sharp is retiring as chancellor of the Texas A&M University Syste…

A Tarrant County grand jury last week declined to indict a 35-year-old woman on a murder charge in her boyfriend’s fatal fentanyl overdose; Dallas Mavericks agree to three-year deal with free agent F Naji Marshall; Dee’s Table is new at The Star in Frisco, but the menu is littered with old Dallas stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod…

City crews, contractors have collected three times as much bulk trash as usual, and plan to finish clean-up in about a month; Victims speak at Sen. Ted Cruz’s Dallas hearing on deepfake nudes, bill to address them; Court ruling suggests federal investigation of AG Ken Paxton remains active; Alamo Drafthouse Cinema locations to reopen in D-FW this s…

If you have an allergy to any kind of food, be it peanuts, shellfish or even specific meat proteins, dining out can often be a difficult journey. The Dallas Morning News food team talks to a reader who is helping his wife navigate a new allergy, then the team shares tips from chefs and restaurateurs on how to order and stay safe when going to a res…

It will be sunny and hot again today with a high of 98. Clear skies and warm tonight with a low of 80. Heat Index values will be between 105 and 112. Not much change is expected in our forecast for the next several days. High temperatures will range from 100 to 103 through the weekend and much of next week; A judge in Collin County district court o…

Infant deaths in Texas increased in the year following the passage of a 2021 law restricting abortion access, a new study shows.; Dallas roads are getting more congested, according to a new traffic study; The Plano City Council voted Monday to ask the Dallas Area Rapid Transit board to allow Plano and the 12 other DART member cities to pay 25% less…

Dealerships are using old-fashioned methods after a ransomware attack on CDK Global.;Police arrested 21-year-old Davonta Mathis Saturday in connection with two separate fatal shootings last wee; U.S. Rep. Colin Allred marked the two-year anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe vs. Wade with a Monday news conference at a women’s health…

While many current and former Gateway church members said they were outraged by the sexual abuse allegations that came to light recently, many also said they forgave Morris and that he had taken the proper steps to repent and redeem himself; Dallas billionaire Mark Cuban said his email, which has notoriously connected him to average people and entr…

The average date of the first 100-degree day is July 1; former tenants of East Dallas apartments struggle with the aftermath of storms and fire; Gateway Church founder Robert Morris accused of past abuse. Could he be charged?; What’s happening at Fair Park? President, board members resign days after CEO reinstated Learn more about your ad choices. …

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant [00:40] analyze the end of the Mavs’ stunning season. David notes there’s no shame in losing to the Celtics, a different kind of champion. The guys discuss what the Mavs need to do this offseason and how much they need to and bemoan the criticism of Luka Doncic. [27:25] Evan looks up …

We've had a lot of visitors in town lately, from the NBA Finals to summer family visits, but where do you take them to eat? The Dallas Morning News food team shares their favorite spots to really show off the Dallas dining scene, from old-school favorites like Adair's and Mariano's to newer names like Whistle Britches and El Carlos Elegante. Learn …

The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals ruled Kerry Max Cook is innocent of the 1977 murder of Linda Jo Edwards; City Plan Commission rules out primary use for multiplexes in single-family neighborhoods; State Fair of Texas shooting victim sues companies involved in security, suspected gunman; ‘Juneteenth freed the people’: Opal Lee leads hundreds on f…

A Mesquite man is facing murder charges after a security footage showed a confrontation after a accident; Dallas could phase out trash pickup from alleys in the next two years; American Airlines adds new training, advisory group after Black men removed from flight; Galleria Dallas will be one of the first sites for Netflix House entertainment venue…

The Boston Celtics beat the Dallas Mavericks 106-88 victory in Game 5 of the NBA Finals ending the Mavs championship hopes; the FAA is suing a 34-year old San Antonio woman for a 2021 incident; Texas colleges and universities risk losing billions if they follow Gov. Greg Abbott’s order to not comply with the updated Title IX rules Learn more about …

The Denton County Sheriff’s Office announced Friday that 14 men had been arrested in a “prostitution demand suppression operation,” which included the fire chief of Highland Village; 2 killed and 6 wounded in shooting during a Juneteenth celebration in Texas park; Gateway Church’s Robert Morris has been accused of sex abuse in the 1980s; and the Da…

allas real estate magnate Harlan Crow provided documents to a Senate committee showing Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas took several additional but undisclosed trips on Crow’s private plane, Democrats said Thursday; Dallas woman tells Congress she had to leave Texas for medically necessary abortion; Woman arrested by Fort Worth police allegedl…

Not everything is always bigger in Texas. These days, the dining scene is going tiny! The Dallas Morning News food team explores all things miniature, from doll-sized cocktails to one-bite snacky dishes, which can be called everything from amuse-bouches to canapes. No sharing allowed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho…

The Mavs lost 106-99 last night in game three and now face a near statistical impossibility in the NBA Finals; DART expands new bus routes; City’s decision on high-speed rail from Dallas to Fort Worth on hold for now; Dallas City Council condemns Texas immigration law facing legality questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.…

A report said there's a 16% chance of an electrical grid emergency along with a 12% chance of rolling blackouts; a North Texas federal judge Tuesday threw out Biden administration guidance covering gender identity and sexual orientation; UT Dallas protesters in legal limbo, banned from campus, degrees withheld; want potatoes on your pizza? Do it fo…

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore open [00:25] the discussion by noting that, in David’s time covering the Cowboys, he’s never seen fan angst at a higher level. Could frustration over playoff losses combined with an inactive offseason be exacerbated by the success of the Rangers, Stars and Mavs? Has the bar been raise…

Dallas committed to keeping Chief Eddie Garcia; Dallas students who misbehave may receive community service or tutoring; activist investor Elliott Investment Management acquired a major stake in Southwest Airlines, putting pressure on its leadership; and funding for improvements to Klyde Warren Park are moving forward. For more on today's stories a…

The Mavericks trail 0-2 in a series for the first time this postseason, after a 105-98 loss at Boston last night; Ellis, Navarro and Terrell counties were approved for federal disaster declaration following severe storms; Dallas paid out nearly $44,000 in unused vacation time to former city manager T.C. Broadnax after he left the city for the same …

The Dallas Mavericks lost 107-89 to the Boston Celtics in game one of the NBA Finals; a 44-year old man was shot and killed outside his home in East Oak Cliff on April 1st; five Alamo Drafthouses have closed; and Texas native and former Detroit Lion Brandon Pettigrew was arrested Sunday after breaking a store window in Deep Ellum. Learn more about …

We know Dallas loves steak, but these days steak is going simpler than tomahawk ribeyes and filet mignon. The Dallas Morning News food team explores the trend of steak frites in D-FW, with the arrival of new restaurant Medium Rare, which offers $30 plates with the rare option of getting seconds. Erin, Sarah, Claire and Imelda then talk about a new …

Dallas County residents affected by last week’s severe storms are now eligible to apply for federal disaster aid; four new mosquito samples have tested positive for West Nile virus in Dallas County; Foxtrot coffeshop's owner expects to reopen at least two of the four locations in North Texas; and the Mavs and Celtics tip off tonight in game one of …

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant discuss the big topics, [6:40] starting with the Mavs' first finals run in 13 years. Luka Doncic is the biggest star between the Mavs and Celtics, Kevin says, and Kyrie Irving might be the second-best. David contends that Jason Tatum and Jaylen Brown may use that sentiment as motivati…

The new restrictions are triggered when average daily encounters at the border surpass 2,500; three people were recently arrested in connection with the April fatal shooting of a 45-year-old man in Lake Highlands; a severe thunderstorm over the Texas Panhandle on Sunday produced what could be the largest hail in the state’s history; the Dallas Mave…

Efforts to legalize casino gambling in Texas appear to be an even greater long shot in the Legislature next session; Greg Abbott has the votes for ‘school choice,’ but that doesn’t mean the fight is over; ‘Best bars in America’ includes hidden Dallas restaurant; GM’s Cruise autonomous vehicles relaunch in Dallas this week — with drivers Learn more …

A Carrollton man was sentenced to 25 years in prison after pleading guilty Thursday to killing his infant son nearly three years ago; Pepper Square, a shopping center in Far North Dallas, is at the heart of a brewing zoning battle; More than 60 World War II veterans are embarking on a “Return to Normandy” voyage hosted by American Airlines to comme…