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Amber Guyger set for release on parole Friday, 8 years after Botham Jean's murder

TWU concludes historic Dream Big campaign with six-day festival

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Top Stories: ➊ – Tree Power Free Tree Giveaway (Thursday), ➋ – Texas Mead & Music Festival Makes Its North Texas Debut at Scarborough Faire (Friday), ➌ – No. 1 Texas has reversed role and a reminder in Red River game against 2-loss unranked Oklahoma (Thursday), ➍ – Cowboys guard Tyler Smith set to make his season debut against the Bucs coming off thumb surgery (Thursday), ➎ – Silver Dollar Winery and Bowen Family Wines Take Home 8 Gold Medals at 40th Annual GrapeFest (Tuesday)

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Get mesmerized by the artistry of the 5th Annual Catrina Fest in Sundance Square

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 10/15 11:00A Ariana Avalos

Get ready to be mesmerized by the artistry and traditions of the 5th Annual Catrina Fest in Sundance Square. NBC 5, Telemundo 39, and Sundance Square invite you to bring your...

Amber Guyger set for release on parole Friday, 8 years after Botham Jean's murder

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 10/15 10:35A Hannah Jones

Former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger, who was convicted of murdering Botham Jean after mistakenly entering his Dallas apartment in 2018, is set to be released from prison on parole Friday, Oct....

SMU announces it will become sixth ACC men's lacrosse program in spring of 2028

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 10/15 10:09A Lia Assimakopoulos, Staff Writer

For the first time in over 20 years, SMU is adding a new varsity sport. SMU Athletics announced Thursday the launch of a men’s lacrosse program, which will be the first...

Pilot Point ISD superintendent, police chief on paid leave amid investigation

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 10/15 5:44A Hannah Jones

Pilot Point ISD s superintendent and police chief have been placed on paid administrative leave following a complaint involving both officials, according to a letter sent to...

Tree Power Free Tree Giveaway

Garland TX 10/8 3:38A

Want to grow shade to save energy, replant canopy and beautify the community? Plant a free tree!

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TWU concludes historic Dream Big campaign with six-day festival

Garland BubbleLife iReporter 10/7 3:03A Kathy Beazley

Texas Womans University (TWU) will celebrate the successful conclusion of Dream Big , its historic first-ever comprehensive fundraising campaign, with a week of public festivities in Denton, Dallas...

Lifelong Employability Begins with Job Search Workshop in Allen

Garland BubbleLife iReporter 10/6 11:00P Martha Jane Brounoff

Do you feel that your career is at a crossroads? Are you trying to move forward or expand in a different direction, but are not sure how to go about it? If so, come join the St. Jude Career Alliance...

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Cooper Landing, Alaska: Where to Stay, Eat and Play on the Kenai River

Crave DFW 10/15 10:59A Steven Doyle

There s a stretch of the Sterling Highway, about two and a half hours south of Anchorage, where the Kenai River turns a shade of blue-green that doesn t look real. Glacial silt does that. It catches...

Top of the Morning Brings Brisket Benedict and Peach French Toast to Fort Worth

Crave DFW 10/15 7:39A Steven Doyle

Nick Roditis grew up in Chicago s Greek restaurant community, where breakfast counters and family-run dining rooms are part of the city s identity. That s where he learned the business. In 2015, he...

Kimchi Explained: What It Is, Where It Came From, and Where to Find the Best in DFW

Crave DFW 10/15 7:22A Steven Doyle

At almost any Korean restaurant in Dallas, the small dishes arrive (banchan) before you ve finished reading the menu. There might be bean sprouts in sesame oil, pickled radish, and a little dish of...

Punk Noir Closes in the Design District After Four Months

Crave DFW 10/15 6:53A Steven Doyle

Punk Noir is closed. The Design District tasting-menu restaurant lasted about four and a half months, and it ended with almost no warning. Co-owner John McKeel has confirmed...

The Henry Opens in Plano’s Legacy West on Oct. 21

Crave DFW 10/15 6:49A Steven Doyle

When The Henry opened in Uptown in 2019, it quickly became the default answer for half the questions Dallas asks about where to eat. A business lunch, a birthday dinner, a Saturday brunch that runs...

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BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH 2026

The Middle Page 10/15 5:19A Cathy Williamson

It’s October, which means it’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month. If you’re new to The Middle Page, I was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC) in 2013. I want to take a minute to explain...

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Longhorns and Gators clash with bruised bodies and egos needing win to keep their seasons on track

Spectrum News Sports 10/15 3:54A Associated Press

Both teams now limp into Saturday's game in Austin with bruised bodies and egos.

Texas special teams are giving up big plays and creating big problems for the 7th-ranked Longhorns

Spectrum News Sports 10/13 3:31A Associated Press

In the last two weeks, the punt team has given up critical touchdowns with a long return and a blocked kick in the end zone.

Cowboys add Mike Pettine to staff after rough start for new defensive coordinator Christian Parker

Spectrum News Sports 10/13 3:31A Associated Press

The Cowboys are bringing former NFL coach Mike Pettine out of retirement to serve as a senior assistant to defensive coordinator Christian Parker.

Red River Rivalry brings Texas, Oklahoma fans to State Fair of Texas for historic showdown

Spectrum News Sports 10/10 3:00A Nicolette Perdomo

The game, played at the State Fair of Texas since 1929, brings thousands of fans from both states to Dallas.

Cowboys guard Tyler Smith set to make his season debut against the Bucs coming off thumb surgery

Spectrum News Sports 10/8 10:05A Associated Press

The 25-year-old Smith had been listed as questionable after not getting a chance to participate in a full practice during a short week.

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Beset on all sides, healthcare experts seek way forward for crucial sector

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 10/6 9:05A Holden Wilen

Experts in workplace benefits and medicine offered their perspectives on the fast-changing healthcare landscape at Dallas Business Journal's Future of Healthcare event on...

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Spiced Apple Cider Sangria

Joyful Healthy Eats 10/14 11:00P Krista

This spiced apple cider sangria gives a fall-inspired spin to everyone s favorite wine cocktail! Crisp white wine combines with apple cider, bourbon or brandy, fresh apples and oranges, and cozy...

Op-ed: There’s a Future for Farming in Chicago and Cities Beyond

Civil Eats 10/12 10:00P Kelly Larsen

By Kelly Larsen * October 13, 2026 Conservation efforts can help prevent the loss of land that is currently stymying small farming. Read the full article

Weekly Meal Plan 40

Joyful Healthy Eats 10/9 11:00P Krista

This healthy weekly meal plan has 5 days of easy breakfast and dinner recipes made from real, wholesome ingredients and a high protein focus in mind. Grab the free printable shopping list to make meal...

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Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts

Joyful Healthy Eats 10/7 11:00P Krista

These hot honey Brussels sprouts are a side dish so irresistible, you might just want to make a meal out of them! Crispy, caramelized, sweet, and spicy, they re finished with a shower of Parmesan...