The City of Dallas’ updated land use plan, ForwardDallas, aims to address equity, environmental justice, and affordability, but the effectiveness of the plan is dependent on the city government, housing developers, and longtime industrial manufacturers.
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Vista Bank Opens First Bank in South Dallas in 30 Years, Commits to Community Engagement
Vista Bank has opened its first branch in South Dallas in 30 years, committing to investing in the community through financial literacy training, student athlete support, and office space for local organizations.
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For Our Champion
James A. Washington, Publisher Emeritus of the Dallas Weekly, passed away on February 1, 2019, leaving behind a legacy of dedication to the Black Press and small Black businesses, and inspiring countless individuals with his kindness, wisdom, and encouragement.
Posted inSpiritual
Love Conquers All: Biblical Perspective
Love, in the biblical sense, is an unconditional state of being that only results in positive outcomes, and is our reason for being, our reason for salvation, and our reason for being loved by God.
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It’s Bigger Than Lee: How Lee Greer is Transforming Lives with Leg Lifts and Love
Lee Greer, founder of Body by Lee, has used her experience of overcoming health disparities to create an inclusive space for all women, regardless of background or fitness level, to help them discover the best version of themselves.
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Royce West Outs Truth About Senate Bill 4: It Relies On Racial Profiling
Texas protesters marched in opposition to Senate Bill 4, a controversial Texas immigration law that allows state and local law enforcement to arrest individuals suspected of entering the United States illegally, despite being ruled Unconstitutional by the Supreme Court and the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals.
Posted inReach Black Dallas
How to Start or Set Up Your Small Business for Success
For many, owning a business is a symbol of the American dream. It can be exciting toimagine becoming your own boss, working for yourself and offering employment toothers – all helping build financial security for your family and community.Building a successful business requires a solid plan and lots of help along the way,however, and many […]
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The Overcomer
By Lynn Pearcey Introduction There’s a street adage that says if a brother is looking for a good haircut, all he needs to do is walk in a shop and find the barber with the worst-looking head. From there, ask how many he has in front of you, and then patiently wait your turn. The […]
Posted inLocal
Solutions for Sandbranch & Deconstructing Environmental Racism
Last Saturday, donated water and food were distributed at Wayside Missionary Baptist Church in Sandbranch. The town has not had drinkable water since its well was contaminated over four decades ago. Previously holding a population of over 500, numbers dwindled down to 400 in the early 2000’s and then around 100 by 2010. The vast […]
Posted inCommunity
MLK Save-A-Lot Closing Feb. 16, Plunging South Dallas Deeper into Food InsecurityÂ
Story by Sam Judy Contributing writer Marlissa Collier South Dallas’ food insecurity issue is about to get a lot worse. In a press release last Monday, Urban Harvest Food Co. and Shekinah Legacy Holdings announced that Moran Foods LLC. has ended talks of a partnership and has decided to close the MLK Save-A-Lot store on […]
Posted inCulture
Dallas celebrates with Bethann Hardison
On November 8th I had the honor of attending an invite-only screening of the documentary, Invisible Beauty hosted by Dallas based beauty supplier Adwoa Beauty, Indigo 1745 and Colored Noise. The sold-out event was followed by a private dinner at Beatrice in Oak Cliff where the star and subject of the film – Bethann Hardison […]
Posted inPolitics
Civil Rights, the Movement to Free Palestine, and Parallels of Disinformation Campaigns
Yesterday, the Palestinian Youth Movement led a protest as a show of solidarity with Palestinians currently undergoing a genocide in Gaza as 6,000 bombs have been dropped over six days. The figure far outnumbers tallies of bombs dropped by the US any year between 2013 and 2018 of the war in Afghanistan. As the death […]
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Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson, Switching Political Affiliations, and the Ethics of Partisanship
Eric Johnson, the Mayor of Dallas, has been accused of betraying his constituents after announcing his switch to the Republican Party, despite having been re-elected unopposed in May of this year.
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Giving Day Organizations to Support Year Round
North Texas Giving Day is a great opportunity for small nonprofits to raise awareness and donations for their work, and to help those in need.
Posted inHealth
‘Respect your Phases,’ Alzheimer’s Disease and its effect on the Black Community
Caregiver Coach PAT Bailey is knowledgeable on the disease and the necessary caregiver process, as she works with the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth (HSC) on its historic Healthy & Aging Brain Study, previously known as the Black Alzheimer’s Brain Study. This study targets both the 30- to 49-year-olds and […]
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Coco Jones brings back that old-school R&B vibe
Dallas Weekly had a chance to catch up with Coco Jones during a private dinner hosted by High Standarz / Def Jam and K104 at Mr. X in downtown Dallas. By LaToya Henry The early years There’s no doubt about it, up-and-coming R&B artist Coco Jones is the next big thing. Not only does she […]
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US SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONÂ ENTERS STRATEGIC ALLIANCE WITH THE CITY OFÂ DESOTO
US Small Business Administration (SBA) South Central Regional Administrator Ted James visited DeSoto City Hall on Tuesday, August 1, to sign a Strategic Alliance Memorandum (SAM) with DeSoto Mayor Rachel L. Proctor and the City of DeSoto. James, who was appointed by President Biden as the SBA’s Region VI Administrator in December 2021, noted that the agreement was the first […]
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Teamsters Standing Firm on Worker Demands as UPS Schedules Meeting to Avert Strike
UPDATE: NPR has reported July 25 that an agreement for a pay raise was reached, avoiding one of the biggest strikes in US history. Per the five-year agreement, full and part time employees will earn $2.75 more per hour and $7.50 per hour over the length of the contract. As their contract with the Teamsters […]
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Escaped Victim of Potential Dallas Serial Killer Recounts Details of Attack
UPDATE: NBC-DFW reports that a suspect has been arrested and charged for the murders. Reports of a rumored killer said to frequent Harry Hines Blvd. coincide with an ongoing investigation by the Dallas Police Department in possible connection to the murders of Kimberly Robinson, 60, Cherish Gibson, 25, and a third unidentified victim. While clear […]
Posted inCulture
Dallas Weekly relaunches DW Radio for local music lovers and most importantly, the artists!
LISTEN TO DW RADIO HERE!!! Calling all local artists and music lovers! Long gone are the days when you have to rely on record labels or payola to hear amazing artists that live in your backyard. Dallas Weekly has a 69 year history of serving the community through solution based journalism and now that service […]
Posted inPolitics
What Does the End of Affirmative Action Mean for Black Students?Â
By  Aziah Siid Originally appeared in Word in Black We can learn from the states where affirmative action has already been banned what the Supreme Court’s decision to restrict race as a factor in the college admissions process will mean. In a long-anticipated decision, the Supreme Court has struck down affirmative action in higher education. […]
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The Men Behind The Hope
James Armstrong III and Builders of Hope Continues Working to Change Lives and the Face of Homeownership in North Texas By Lynn Pearcey Five years ago, James Armstrong III was tapped to take over the reins of Builders of Hope (BOH), a once fledgling non-profit organization focused on bringing affordable housing to underserved citizens. Much […]
Posted inWord In Black
Huge Numbers in Black Mental Health Therapists Creating Burnout
According to The National Council for Mental Well-Being, a survey conducted among 750 behavioral health workers and more than 2,000 U.S. adults, (83%) of the nation’s behavioral health workforce believes that without public policy changes, provider organizations won’t be able to meet the demand for mental health or substance use treatment and care. Only four […]
Posted inCulture
Yaegel T. Welch is the New Voice of the Unheard
By LaToya J. Henry Yeagel T. Welch as Tom Robinson in Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. Check out the production at the Music Hall at Fair Park through Sunday May 28. Reading Classic Novels in Grade School What do these books have in common; The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzpatrick, Native Son by […]
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Black culture shines bright during Dallas Arts Month
This April is the 10th annual celebration of Dallas Arts Month and we wanted to feature a couple highlights from our favorites in the Black arts scene of DFW. According to VisitDallas, the big D is home to the nation’s largest urban arts district. As of today, the city’s Office of Cultural Affairs operates 7 […]
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Why Is The Old Dallas Weekly Building Surrounded By Shit?
I just noticed a little more damage than usual and decided to pull over and just check it out. As I walked towards the front along side the MLK mural I noticed I kicked a rock or something. Then a foot or two more and I kicked another. So I looked down and realized that […]
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A word from the CEO Jess Washington
First, let me show my extreme appreciation for the honor to hold the position of Chief Executive Officer for this prestigious institution, The Dallas Weekly – DW. Since my first day at DW in 2018, I have learned so much about the importance of community, legacy and of course local journalism. Being a part of […]
Posted inThis Week
South Dallas/Fair Park Area Plan Gets Green Light From Dallas City Council
The Dallas City Council adopted the South Dallas/Fair Park Authorized Hearing (PD 595) after nearly five years of planning and community engagement, marking a major milestone in the community’s long-term vision for equitable development.
Posted inHealth
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.
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Your home is an investment –How to create generational wealth
Homeownership can be a powerful tool for building generational wealth, providing financial stability, tax deductions, and the potential for equity growth and profit when sold.
Posted inLocal
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.
Posted inEntertainment
Disney’s Princess Tiana Exhibit Headed to Fort Worth in 2029
North Texas families will have an opportunity to experience a little Disney magic with a distinctly cultural flavor when Tiana’s Joyful Celebration arrives at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History in Spring 2029. The groundbreaking attraction is the first museum exhibition ever created around Disney’s Princess Tiana, the beloved heroine of The Princess […]
Posted inThe Weekend
Thousands Celebrate Global Cultures at Dallas Soccer Festival
Thousands of people gathered at Dallas College Mountain View Campus for One World. One Game. Soccer & Culture Fest, a multicultural celebration that offered a glimpse of what North Texas can expect when the FIFA World Cup arrives in 2026.
Posted inMusic
Educator and Performer JaRich Uses Music and Service to Make an Iconic Difference
For JaRich, community service is not a side project. It is the foundation of everything he does. Whether he is teaching students in the classroom, mentoring young men, performing on stage or writing children’s books, the Dallas-based educator and entertainer approaches every role with the same goal: helping people see what is possible for themselves. […]
Posted inSports
Wings Overcome Injuries, Finish Strong in Commissioner’s Cup Win Over Sparks
Dallas Wings defeated Los Angeles Sparks 104-96, extending their winning streak to four games, with Arike Ogunbowale scoring a season-high 30 points and Paige Bueckers notching her first double-double of the year with 18 points and 14 assists.
Posted inLocal
Drunk Black History Show Celebrates Black Music Month in Irving, TX
Comedian Brandon Collins is bringing his critically acclaimed Drunk Black History show to the Punch Line Irving to celebrate Black Music Month, Black History, and Black Excellence, featuring a lineup of comedians, podcasters, writers, and experts who will hilariously recount the stories of overlooked figures and moments in Black history.
Posted inOpinion
Dallas. Big Things Happen Here!
Dallas is a city of great potential, but it is being held back by its lack of moral clarity and its unwillingness to confront its deeply local realities, resulting in economic segregation, inequity, and a lack of investment in public education, mental health, and affordable housing.
