A proud Oak Cliff native and graduate of Wilmer-Hutchins High School (Class of ’95), Randle’sjourney from being a starting quarterback in Dallas to mentoring some of the country’s topfootball talent […]
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Posted inInternational
Community Rallies to Support Victims of Devastating Kerrville Flood
HILL COUNTRY, TEXAS — What began as a quiet Independence Day weekend turned tragic for residents of Kerrville and surrounding Hill Country communities. In the early morning hours of July 4th, […]
Posted inSocial Justice
Community Movement Builders: A Quiet Revolution in Highland Hills
Community Movement Builders in Dallas, led by Davante D. Peters, are working to improve the lives of Black people in Highland Hills through patrols, urban agriculture, and community events, despite the challenges they face.
Posted inFinance
Money 101: Navigating Trade Wars: Protecting Your Money in a Turbulent World
Trade wars create uncertainty, but understanding which assets tend to perform well and the importance of embracing digital money like Bitcoin can help protect and grow your money.
Posted inFinance
Debt and Lower Savings Leave Black Americans Behind in Retirement Readiness
Black Americans continue to face challenges in saving for retirement due to debt, lower savings, and uneven access to financial advice and planning, with 44% of Black retirees retiring earlier than planned due to health problems or disabilities.
Posted inCommunity
Parkland Recognized for Third Consecutive Year for Sustainability EffortsÂ
Parkland Health has been recognized with two 2025 Energy to Care Awards from ASHE, for its commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability in healthcare, with its main campus featuring six LEED Gold-certified buildings and reducing energy consumption by 3%.
Posted inEducation
Dallas College Students Win Big at National SkillsUSA Competition
Dallas College students won a total of 18 medals at the 2025 SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference, with some students earning job offers, full-ride scholarships, and professional tools.
Posted inVeterans
Our Fight at Home: Uncovering the Hidden Battles Facing Texas Veterans
For many Texas veterans, the toughest fight isn’t overseas—it’s right here at home. Our Fight at Home is a new investigative series from Dallas Weekly, aimed at exposing the cracks, […]
Posted inBusiness
Paul Quinn College Hosts Black Founder Weekend for Economic Growth
A Groundbreaking Weekend at the Intersection of Culture and Capital Black Founder Weekend 2025, a first-of-its-kind gathering in Dallas, brought more than just conversation to Paul Quinn College from June […]
Posted inCulture
Lisa Brown Ross Named President and CEO of the African American Museum
Ross has been a champion of equity, education and cultural preservation throughout her career. She holds a bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism from the University of Texas at El Paso and is certified in international protocol and leadership strategy.