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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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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Streets and Seats: Conversations On Civics
James Talarico emphasizes the importance of respect, outreach, and connection in politics, and encourages people to take time to center themselves and bridge generational divides.
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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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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.
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Cynt Marshall Shares Personal Journey at Toyota’s MLK Event
The Toyota African American Collaborative (AAC) hosted a Martin Luther King Jr. celebration featuring a conversation between Cynt Marshall, CEO of the Dallas Mavericks, and Savoy Williams, which emphasized the importance of purpose-driven leadership, personal integrity, and inclusivity.
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Crockett Opens Texas Senate Primary With Double-Digit Lead, New Poll Shows
Jasmine Crockett has opened the Texas Democratic U.S. Senate primary with a 13 percentage point lead over her closest opponent, according to new internal polling released by her campaign.
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Gentlemen’s Toast Honors Black Men’s Impact Across Industries
This past Saturday, Gentlemen’s Toast convened community leaders, professionals, and supporters for a formal afternoon gala at On The Levee, honoring Black men whose impact spans industries from education to […]
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Black Students Defy Expectations, Lead Surge in College Applications
Black or African American students are applying to college at a faster rate than any other group, with applications rising 11% compared to the previous year, according to a new report from the Common Application.
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Living Proof: Home, Growth, and the Next Version of Keyonte George
Keyonte George, NBA player, recently returned to his hometown of Lewisville, Texas to reflect on his journey from there to the NBA, and to show kids that hard work can take you far.