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76 arrested, hundreds of guns and drugs seized in major Fort Worth crackdown

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth 6/18 6:54A Alanna Quillen

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Jaws — a movie that revolutionized summer blockbusters, ushered in a new era of film and helped to put one of New England s gems, Martha s Vineyard, into the...

Related: Fort Worth nonprofit hosting free classes for first-time homebuyers NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, Local girls benefit from Beyond the Green event at PGA of America NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

North Texans claim $3 million in prizes in Texas Lottery scratch and draw games

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth 6/9 6:14A NBCDFW Staff

Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains recently recognized 16 scouts with the Gold award. It s the highest award in Girl Scouting and celebrates their positive impact on the...

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Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Unveils 2026 Debutantes

Carrollton BubbleLife iReporter 6/17 9:53P Deborah Brown

Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Unveils 2026 Debutantes at 40th Annual Presentation Ball Announcement Weekend The Dallas Symphony Orchestra League (DSOL) set the stage for an unforgettable season as...

Texas A&M University College of Dentistry professor earns double honors

Carrollton BubbleLife iReporter 6/17 12:00A Stephanie Patrick

Dr. Amal Noureldin , clinical professor in public health sciences at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry in Dallas, will assume the vice presidency of the cariology research section of the ...

The Smurf Experience in Arlington Offers Summer Savings

Carrollton BubbleLife iReporter 6/13 12:56A Dana Cobb

Families in North Texas have a new way to beat the summer heat with some help from the Smurfs. Just in time for rising temperatures, The Smurf Experience USA , located at Esports Stadium Arlington,...

Dallas Hotel Ranked in Cvent's Top 250 Meeting Hotels in North America

Carrollton BubbleLife iReporter 6/8 11:21P Culver Public Relations

As the largest hotel in Texas, Sheraton Dallas Hotel is proud to announce it has been ranked #51 on Cvents prestigious list of the Top 250 Meeting Hotels in North America , a recognition that...

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2025 Decanter World Wine Awards – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 6/18 3:01A Jeff Cope

The results of this year’s Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) were released. They highlight exceptional quality, a record number of first-time wins, rising...

Related: 2025 Sommeliers Choice Awards – Texas Results Texas Wine Lover

Sip Into Summer with Mixology Mondays at The Parlor Sheraton Dallas Weekly Cocktail Class Exper

Carrollton BubbleLife iReporter (Food & Dining) 6/17 12:46A Culver Public Relations

Sheraton Dallas is turning up the summer fun with Mixology Mondays at The Parlor, a hands-on cocktail experience that brings a refreshing twist to weekday plans. Taking place every Monday from 5...

Sonny Rivera Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 6/17 12:30A Jeff Cope

For this month’s Winemaker Profile, we spoke with Sonny Rivera from Red Rock Vineyards . He is a Texas winemaker whose journey into viticulture was inspired by a life-changing...

Addison Kaboom Town! Air Show and Fireworks July 3rd

Crave DFW 6/16 5:24A Steven Doyle

On the evening of Wednesday, July 3, the sky above Addison, Texas, will explode with more than just fireworks. As part of the 40th anniversary of Addison Kaboom Town! , one of America’s most...

Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival Lineup and Tickets Now Available for 2025 “Preview Week”

Texas Wine Lover 6/12 6:16A Jeff Cope

Press Release In anticipation of the 2025 Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival , the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce has released the official schedule of events for the...

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NEW??AT??TARGET!!!?

The Sister Studio 6/11 2:14A Jennifer Reed

Happy Wednesday, my friends! I shared a big Target haul on social media on Sunday, and I m sooo excited about everything I shared! Every single item is under $35 (most under $30!) and so, so perfect...

MY FAVORITE SUMMER DENIM AND LAST MINUTE FATHER’S DAY GIFTS

The Middle Page 6/8 3:44A Cathy Williamson

MY FAVORITE SUMMER DENIM AND LAST-MINUTE FATHER S DAY GIFTS Hello, ladies! I hope you are having a good weekend. After the last couple of weeks of traveling, I m taking it very easy this weekend....

Summer Outfits to Copy ASAP!????

The Sister Studio 6/6 3:02A Jennifer Reed

TGIF, my friends! The weekend is here, and I m cheersing you with my coffee right now because we made it! I hope everyone has a wonderful Friday and has some fun weekend plans. I rounded up all of my...

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Dallas Wings sign Kaila Charles and Haley Jones to hardship contracts

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/17 7:18A Associated Press

The team had only eight available players before the two were added to the roster.

Dallas Wings forward Maddy Siegrist will miss time with a knee injury that won't require surgery

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/17 3:23A Associated Press

The Wings said Monday that Siegrist was injured last Wednesday in a loss to Phoenix.

Mauricio Dubón's walk-off single lifts Astros over Twins 2-1, sweep 3-game series

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/16 2:18A Associated Press

The Astros have won five in a row and 16 of their last 22 to take a five-game lead over second-place Seattle in the AL West.

Texas rookie Kumar Rocker keeps scoreless start intact with help from pickle juice

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/16 2:13A Associated Press

The 25-year-old right-hander dealt with cramping in his legs before getting the victory in a 2-1 win over the Chicago White Sox on Sunday.

Local Fort Worth artist designs 2026 FIFA World Cup host city poster

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/15 5:43A Nicolette Perdomo

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JUST LISTED: Luxury Arlington Home For Sale at 5732 Chelmsford Trail in Briarhill Estates

DFW Urban Realty 6/8 9:06P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Just Listed: 5732 Chelmsford Trail, Arlington, TX 76018 – Briarhill Estates Just listed home for sale in South Arlington at 5732 Chelmsford Trail, a move-in ready...

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U.S. birth rate is declining. Gen Z, millennials say the economy is a major factor

Spectrum Local News Health 6/16 9:00A Amber Hughes

Experts say the economy is a major factor as to why Americans are having fewer children.

Health experts seeing an increase in colon cancer in young people

Spectrum Local News Health 6/12 6:00A Blessing Iwuchukwu

Despite 45 years old being the recommended screening age for colonoscopies, one Texas doctor says she’s seeing patients as young as 19 years old.

Lower drug prices and new insurance rules? What Trump’s exec order and “big, beautiful bill” mean...

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 6/10 5:22A Holmes Murphy

Never miss an episode of Healthy Politics. Subscribe now on Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Both the Trump administration and Republicans in...

Woman in Texas dies from brain-eating amoeba after clearing her sinuses with RV tap water

Spectrum Local News Health 6/6 7:19A Spectrum News Staff

A woman died after contracting a brain-eating amoeba from tap water she used to clear out her sinuses in Texas.

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Light & Easy Crockpot Summer Vegetable Soup

Cooking Chew 6/17 9:27A Andi Reis

This slow-cooker vegetable soup is proof that summer meals can be effortless and full of flavor. Just toss, simmer, and serve. The post Light & Easy Crockpot Summer Vegetable...

Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Love and Lemons 6/17 3:42A Jeanine Donofrio

This double chocolate zucchini bread is moist, fudgy, and delicious. In the summertime, it s my favorite way to satisfy a chocolate craving. It tastes just as decadent as a...

Yum! Brands Appoints Chris Turner as Chief Executive Officer Effective October 1, 2025

Restaurant News 6/17 2:38A RestaurantNews.com

Chris Turner David Gibbs will serve as an adviser to Yum! Brands until the end of 2026 Louisville, KY ( RestaurantNews.com ) Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) today announced...

Homemade Basil Pesto

Joyful Healthy Eats 6/16 11:00P Krista

This Homemade Basil Pesto recipe is made with pecans instead of pine nuts to give it some extra body, but it s got the same great herby flavor that makes pesto so vibrant and delicious! I could...

Tom Collins Cocktail

Love and Lemons 6/15 3:39A Jeanine Donofrio

It s probably not surprising that I love a Tom Collins cocktail. This sparkling gin drink is only one step removed from homemade lemonade, after all. Made with gin, fresh...