The James A. Washington Foundation officially launched its mission with a fundraiser at Mokah Coffee & Tea to support Dallas Weekly and its commitment to providing reliable, relevant, and community-centered reporting in the face of federal budget cuts.
Category: Community
Starting Strong: Prism Health North Texas Pediatric Provider Champions Care for South Dallas Kids
Prism Health North Texas’s South Dallas Health Center offers comprehensive, affordable, and accessible pediatric care to families in South Dallas, with a focus on trust-building and cultural competency.
Erykah Badu and The Alchemist Make Music History: “Abi & Alan” Album to be Heard Live First During Exclusive US Tour
Erykah Badu and The Alchemist will premiere their collaborative album “Abi & Alan” exclusively during their live tour performances before its official release on August 29, 2025.
Trinity Park Conservancy and Greenspace Dallas Announce 2025 Trinity River Crew Program
The Trinity River Crew program, presented by Bank of America, is returning for the summer of 2025, providing paid opportunities for Dallas-area high school students to engage in environmental education, conservation work, and leadership training along the Trinity River.
The Charter Trap: How Texas’s Approval System Fuels Inequity in Public Education
Texas is expanding charter schools while defunding public education — especially in Black and Latino communities. This story examines how state policy, vouchers, and uneven accountability are reshaping opportunity for millions of students.
DART UPDATE: Modified Rail Service Notice
Due to a system disruption, limited morning rail service is operating between Victory Station, Union Station, and Pearl Station, with bus bridge shuttle service connecting riders to the CBD.
Parkland Health Recognized for Quality Care Across SpecialtiesÂ
Parkland Health has earned the American Heart Association’s Commitment to Quality award for achieving high performance across three or more clinical areas in the Get With The Guidelines® program.
Celebrating 60 Years of Service, Foster Grandparent Program Recruits Volunteers to Mentor Children
The Foster Grandparent Program is recruiting volunteers 55 and older to mentor children with special needs, providing a monthly stipend and the opportunity to make a difference in a young person’s life.
Start Strong, Stay Ready: Dallas ISD Hosts Back to School Kickoff Aug. 2
Dallas ISD is hosting a Back to School Kickoff event on August 2nd to help families register their students, connect with campus staff, and get the resources they need for the upcoming school year.
Five Questions for Dr. Ibram X. Kendi
Dr. Ibram X. Kendi discussed his new book, Malcolm Lives, with Terry Allen at The Dock Bookshop, emphasizing the importance of anti-racism and empowering young people to recognize their potential and carry on Malcolm X’s legacy.
