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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Rev. Frederick D. Haynes III Launches Congressional Campaign at Dallas Kickoff
Rev. Frederick D. Haynes III formally launched his campaign for Congress on January 12, 2026, during a kickoff event in Dallas, with a focus on justice, equity, and transparency in areas such as healthcare and education.
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Trump and Texas Republicans Plot Changes in Congressional Districts to Keep Control of Congress After 2026
Texas Republicans are planning to attempt to create five new Republican seats in a “mid-decade redistricting” move, which is likely to be met with opposition from Democrats and civil rights groups, who argue that the state’s majority minority status will be diluted.
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The Audacity of Mediocrity: Why Black Women Have to Work Twice as Hard and It’s Still Not Enough
Black women are tired of being expected to be exceptional in order to receive a fraction of the recognition and opportunities given to white men, and are demanding accountability and action from institutions and decision-makers.
Posted inHealth
The Sand Branch Solution: One Developer’s Mission for Water and Justice
Derek Avery, a real estate developer with roots in Houston, is working to revitalize underserved communities in southern Dallas County without displacing residents, while also addressing issues such as contaminated wells and lack of running water.
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Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett Makes History with Swearing-In Ceremony in Dallas
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett had her swearing-in ceremony at the Grand Hall in Dallas, Texas, marking her second term as representing Texas’s 30th Congressional District in the House of Representatives.
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Crockett Statement on Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Deal Â
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett has praised the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release agreement, brokered by the Biden Administration, Egypt, and Qatar, as a crucial step toward ending the violence in Gaza and reuniting hostages with their families.
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Rep. Crockett, Sen. Cornyn Introduce Bill to Rename Dallas VA After Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and Senator John Cornyn have introduced legislation to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Dallas after the late Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, in recognition of her 30 years of service to the people of North Texas.
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Congresswoman Crockett Marks January 6 Attack as a Pivotal Moment in Preserving American Democracy
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett has issued a statement marking the four-year anniversary of the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, highlighting the revelations of the bipartisan House Select Committee and the ongoing threat posed by Trump and far-right groups.
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53rd Annual Legislative Conference’s Vision to Victory called for Action and AccountabilityÂ
The Annual Legislative Conference featured discussions on racial equity, economic empowerment, climate justice, health disparities, and criminal justice reform, with experts, activists, policymakers, and thought leaders highlighting the importance of intersectionality and the need for strong voter turnout in the 2024 election.