State Representative Yvonne Davis will hold a Legislative Town Hall Meeting for District 111 constituents to discuss the recent 89th Legislative Session and Special Sessions of the Texas House of Representatives, as well as other community concerns.
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Posted inJP Morgan Chase
How Dallas home buyers can save on a down payment
Homebuyers can access down payment assistance programs, such as grants, forgivable loans, deferred-payment loans, and low-down payment loans, to help cover the upfront costs of homeownership.
Posted inLocal
Dr. Frederick Haynes III Takes Medical Leave for Surgery and Recovery
Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III, Senior Pastor of Friendship-West Baptist Church, has announced he will be taking a temporary medical leave of absence for surgery and recovery, with Rev. David Malcolm McGruder overseeing pastoral duties in his absence.
Posted inBest of Black Dallas
Crowning the Culture: The 6th Annual Best of Black Dallas Awards
The 6th Annual Best of Black Dallas Awards will be held on December 6th at the Hamptons Event Venue to celebrate the businesses, leaders, and culture shaping the Black community in the metroplex.
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Texas Boosts Community Colleges to Fuel Skilled Workforce Development
Texas is investing in its community colleges and workforce education system to better prepare its citizens for the future, with the help of legislation, partnerships, and investments from companies like JPMorgan Chase.
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Fort Worth Hires Eddie García as Police Chief, a Controversial Choice
Eddie García has been appointed as Fort Worth’s newest police chief, bringing with him a mixed legacy from his time in Dallas and a controversial relationship with Austin’s City Manager T.C. Broadnax.
Posted inSports
Dallas Mavericks and Paul Quinn College Launch Groundbreaking Sports Management Major
The Dallas Mavericks and Paul Quinn College have partnered to launch a new Mavs Sports Management Major, which will provide students with a direct path into the sports industry and help promote social justice and racial equity in the region.
Posted inThis Week
LMA announces newsrooms in the 2025 national cohort of the Lab for Journalism Funding
The 2025 national cohort of the LMA Lab for Journalism Funding has selected 20 news organizations to participate in a six-month program to develop strategies to fund essential local journalism via philanthropy.
Posted inEducation
Dallas ISD Prepares for New School Year with Low Teacher Vacancies and New Facilities
Texas schools are implementing new policies, facilities, and legislative mandates for the 2025-2026 school year, including a ban on personal communication devices, a requirement to display the Ten Commandments in classrooms, and a prohibition of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs.
Posted inThe Weekend
40 LOVE Legacy Builder Ceremony Serves Culture, Community, and Celebration in Dallas
The inaugural 40 LOVE Legacy Builder Ceremony celebrated Black excellence and honored the contributions of individuals committed to preserving Black stories and legacy for future generations, while also showcasing the next generation of leaders.