Micaela Watkins: Dallas City Hall Debate Is About More Than a Building
The debate over the future of Dallas City Hall has sparked concerns about public trust, transparency, and the inclusion of underserved communities in the decision-making process, with residents and stakeholders calling for a more detailed and independently vetted…
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Vanta Athletics Brings Street Soccer Culture to Downtown Dallas
Vanta Athletics has created a vibrant rooftop soccer pitch in Dallas, offering daily pick-up games, community events, and tournaments, while celebrating cross-cultural connections and providing a space for athletes of all ages to come together.
Politics
Michelle Obama Reflects on America’s ‘Imperfect Democracy’ At Obama Center Opening
The Obama Presidential Center is a living testament to the power of choice, and an urgent call to continue the work of creating a more perfect democracy that includes all people and recognizes their inherent value.
Sports
Dallas Trinity FC Unveils 2026 Fall Schedule in Gainbridge Super League
Dallas Trinity FC announced its 2026 fall schedule in the Gainbridge Super League, which kicks off on August 15 and consists of 14 regular season matches, culminating in a playoff on December 12 to determine the Fall Season…
Arts & Culture
African Film Festival Marks 11th Anniversary with Historic World Cup Edition in Dallas
By Dallas Weekly Staff DALLAS — As the FIFA World Cup 2026 brings the world’s attention to North Texas, the African Film Festival (TAFF) is preparing to showcase another global stage for African excellence. The Dallas-based nonprofit cultural…
Lifestyle
Paul Quinn College’s Taste of the Cowboys Challenge Inspires Student-Chefs
The Taste of the Cowboys Youth Challenge provided North Texas high school students with a day of immersion, mentorship, and exposure to the hospitality industry, connecting their passion for food with real-world career pathways and providing them with…
Health
Healthcare Without the Guesswork: How Prism Health North Texas Helps Families Access Affordable Care
Prism Health North Texas is a nonprofit community health center that provides comprehensive, affordable healthcare services to patients of all ages, regardless of insurance status or income.
Education
Face to Face Enrichment Center Brings Relationship Skills and Youth Mentorship to Dallas Teens
Face to Face Enrichment Center Dallas is a North Texas organization that provides teenagers with the tools they need to build healthier relationships and make better decisions through its 13-week curriculum, Cookies and Convo.
Business
Dallas residents voice concerns, gain insight, and explore organizing solutions at data center film screening and discussion
Texas advocacy groups gathered to discuss the rapid expansion of data centers across Texas and the potential impact on local communities, highlighting concerns about energy use, water consumption, public infrastructure and environmental issues.
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Editorial
Verbal Jousting in Oak Cliff: The Black Literary Tradition of Battle Rap
Battle rap is a modern and antique Black American tradition that is a positive creative outlet for the community, and is being carried forward by the Cartel Order and other battle rap communities in Dallas and beyond.
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St. Philip’s Opens Moody Performing and Fine Arts Center, A New Stage for South Dallas Creativity
St. Philip’s School and Community Center in South Dallas celebrated the opening of the Moody Performing and Fine Arts Center, a state-of-the-art facility designed to nurture the next generation of artists, innovators, and community leaders.
