The I-30 Canyon Improvement Project in Dallas is causing major disruptions for drivers, with all lanes of I-30 between I-35E and I-45/U.S. 75 scheduled to close from 10:00 p.m. Friday, January 30, through 5:00 a.m. Monday, February 2, as part of the $888 million project to reconnect South Dallas with downtown.
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Cold Snaps Pose Unique Challenges for Low-Income and Black Communities
Extreme cold weather has exposed the reality that low-income, largely Black and Brown communities are disproportionately affected by extreme weather events due to decades of housing segregation, infrastructure neglect, and economic inequality.
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Dallas Open & Nexo Serve Up Community Renewal:Â West Dallas Gets Tennis Court Upgrade
The Nexo Dallas Open, a global tennis tournament, has partnered with a digital assets platform to provide new tennis courts at Heidi B. Moore Park in West Dallas, increasing access to the sport for the local Latino community.
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State Takeovers in Texas Schools Face Criticism for Ignoring Societal Factors
The Texas Education Agency has taken over four school districts due to low academic performance, with six campuses receiving F grades, and critics argue that the state is penalizing districts based on factors beyond their control, such as poverty and inequality.
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Dr. Lisa Cook’s Refusal to Resign Puts Fed Independence at Stake
The Supreme Court heard arguments this week that could determine the independence of the Federal Reserve, as it considers whether President Trump can fire Dr. Lisa Cook, a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, before the end of her statutory term.
Posted inThis Week
Dallas Struggles with Winter Preparedness as ‘DalAlaska’ Trends
The City of Dallas needs to invest in winter city services in order to protect its vulnerable residents from the annual trauma of power outages, burst pipes, property loss, missed wages, and loss of life caused by winter storms.
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Medical Debt Crisis Deepens as Healthcare Costs Continue to Soar
Black Americans are disproportionately affected by medical debt and can use a new consumer tool to help manage their bills and protect themselves from financial harm.
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Preserved by Purpose: Tension Is An Advantage
By embracing the tension that comes with spiritual growth, we can build strength and endurance, just like we do when exercising.
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Kai Cenat Sets Powerful Example for Young Readers with Daily Reading Videos
Kai Cenat, a popular Twitch streamer, has set a goal to read every day for 10 minutes to an hour on camera, in an effort to inspire Black schoolchildren to read more and improve their literacy skills.
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Dallas Wings Unveil 2026 Schedule as Franchise Momentum Continues to Build
The Dallas Wings enter the 2026 season with a 44-game schedule, featuring three games at American Airlines Center, a new head coach, and the league’s top draft pick, as they continue to build around guard Paige Bueckers.