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.
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Texas Faces $3.2 Billion Loss in Sales Tax Revenue Due to Data Center Tax Break
Texas is projected to lose $3.2 billion in sales tax revenue over the next two years due to an exemption for the state’s data center industry, prompting lawmakers to consider proposals to limit or repeal the tax break.
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From Start Line to Stronger Neighborhoods: JPMorganChase Corporate Challenge FuelsUnited Way’s Work in North Texas
The JPMorganChase Corporate Challenge in Dallas will bring together over 2,200 runners from nearly 90 organizations to raise funds for United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, which supports education, income, and health initiatives for North Texans.
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Don’t Guess: Call and Ask the STI Hotline Today
Parkland Health’s STI Hotline provides trusted guidance, education, and support for people concerned about STIs, with the goal of connecting them to testing, treatment, and sexual health education.
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Dallas Wings and CVS Announce Marquee Jersey Patch Sponsorship
The Dallas Wings have announced a multi-year collaboration with CVS Pharmacy, which includes a jersey patch placement, logo on the home court, and the CVS logo on the team’s youth basketball program across Texas.
Posted inTexas Tribune
Texas Students Demand Diverse Perspectives in Social Studies Curriculum
Students are calling for Texas’ social studies standards to be revised to include diverse perspectives and promote critical thinking, rather than prioritizing memorization and political agendas.
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New Texas Laws Create Fear and Uncertainty for Noncitizens
Texas Republicans have enacted sweeping regulatory and legal changes that have upended the lives of noncitizens, limiting access to occupational licenses, car registration, commercial driver’s licenses, in-state tuition, and other services, causing fear and uncertainty among the 1.7 million people without documentation in Texas.
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South Dallas Residents Weigh in on Revised Winner’s Tower Proposal
The Winner’s Tower project in South Dallas has been revised to a 10-story mixed-use building after strong community reaction to the original proposal, and organizers are now attempting to gain community buy-in with a more transparent and inclusive process.
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Texas School Vouchers Spark Debate over Equity and Outcomes for Black Students
Texas’ Black students face unequal academic support and discipline, and while some believe the state’s new voucher program will help them, others worry it will drain money from public schools and benefit majority-white private schools.
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Preserved by Purpose: Lessons of Sisterhood from The Woman King, Part 2
The Woman King is a powerful movie that highlights the strength and sisterhood of black women, as well as the importance of self-control and compassionate mentoring.
Posted inSports
Dallas Wings Lose Geiselsöder and Jones to Portland Fire in WNBA Expansion Draft
The Portland Fire acquired the exclusive negotiating rights to Dallas Wings center Luisa Geiselsöder and guard/forward Haley Jones in the WNBA Expansion Draft 2026, with both players having contributed to the Wings’ culture and having bright futures.