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2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off today with Mexico vs. South Africa in Mexico City

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Top Stories: ➊ – The World Cup Is Here, Here’s How Dallas Is Going to Spend the Next Five Weeks (Thursday), ➋ – la Madeleine Welcomes Summer with Fresh Salads, Croissant Croutons and Strawberry Sweets (Thursday), ➌ – Nothing Bundt Cakes Celebrates America’s 250th Birthday with Sweet Summer Favorites (Thursday), ➍ – 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off today with Mexico vs. South Africa in Mexico City (Thursday), ➎ – Alberta, Get Ready! Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Arrives in Style at West Edmonton Mall June 26 (Friday)

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Transitional tiny home project aims to serve veterans at risk of homelessness

NBC DFW Local News 6/17 4:00A Neal Franklin, Staff Writer | Th

A collection of tiny homes aiming to serve veterans at risk of homelessness is coming to a site at the heart of Dallas’ existing veterans services. Veterans Community Project...

Rashee Rice is out of jail; Chiefs start training camp next month

NBC DFW Local News 6/16 4:52A Charles Nichelson

Rashee Rice was seen running out of the Dallas County jail on Tuesday morning. Rice was released after serving 30 days for violating his probation. Rice tested positive for...

Carpenter Park

Dallas Parks 6/12 9:35A

Find information on this neighborhood park in the heart of Downtown Dallas.

Civic Garden

Dallas Parks 6/12 9:34A

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For many LGBTQ soccer fans, safety factors into where to watch the World Cup in North Texas

KERA News 6/12 1:00A Therese Powell, Alexsis Jones

Watch parties for the World Cup are happening all over North Texas. But what about spaces for queer fans?

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BOOK REVIEW - MOTHER TONGUE: A MEMOIR OF TAIWAN by Linda Petrucelli

Oak Cliff BubbleLife iReporter 6/14 3:00A KAREN SIDDALL

Mother Tongue A Memoir of Taiwan by Linda Petrucelli Warm, witty, and wonderful! Mother Tongue: A Memoir of Taiw an by Linda Petrucelli is the warm, witty, and wonderful recounting of the authors...

MERSEA – Built For Easy Travel Style

Tanya Foster 6/14 4:00A Tanya Foster

One of my favorite travel brands is MERSEA so when I was invited to celebrate their first store opening in Kansas City, I immediately said YES! They are my go-to for versatile, comfortable, and cute...

Susser Bank Appoints Daniel Voigt As Senior Vice President, Relationship Manager

Oak Cliff BubbleLife iReporter 6/9 3:06A Mary Jane Coker

Susser Bank Strengthens Dallas Commercial Banking Team with Appointment of Daniel Voigt, Senior Vice President, Relationship Manager Susser Bank has appointed Daniel Voigt as Senior Vice President,...

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Dallas ISD News: Dallas ISD News Briefing: June 17

Dallas ISD 6/17 9:00A

Dallas ISD News: Dallas ISD News Briefing: June 17 The Dallas Independent School District View this email in your browser NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release: June 17, 2026...

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Flamant in Plano Deals an Adventurous Menu with a Wild Brunch Option

Crave DFW 6/17 10:07A Steven Doyle

Tanner Agar describes Flamant as the restaurant where you can have a European vacation without leaving Plano. That sounds like marketing copy until you sit down at a table on the waterfront patio at...

Tacos El Metro Is the Real Thing

Crave DFW 6/17 8:44A Steven Doyle

Sergio Quijano grew up in Mexico City and worked his first job at a place called Dulcería El Metro — a candy shop near one of the city s subway stations, which is where the name of his restaurant...

Tiffany Derry Is Throwing a Crawfish Boil on June 28: Here’s What You Need to Know

Crave DFW 6/17 8:13A Steven Doyle

Chef Tiffany Derry and Tom Foley are hosting the Annual Crawfish Boil at Roots Southern Table on Sunday, June 28, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — and if you know anything about what Sunday afternoons look...

Dallas Finally Gets a Seat at the Lone Star Dinner Series; Mamani Is the Reason

Crave DFW 6/17 6:37A Steven Doyle

The Lone Star Dinner Series has been running for two years. Austin s Hestia launched it as a way to bring acclaimed Texas kitchens into its live-fire dining room for one-night...

Walla Walla, Washington: The Wine Country Trip You Haven’t Taken Yet

Crave DFW 6/17 6:07A Steven Doyle

Most wine regions announce themselves. Walla Walla doesn t bother. Set in the southeastern corner of Washington State, four hours from Seattle, surrounded by wheat fields and framed by the Blue...

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FATHER’S DAY GIFT IDEAS

The Middle Page 6/13 3:00A Cathy Williamson

FATHER S DAY GIFT IDEAS Hi, everyone! I hope you have had a good week! Mine has been a whirlwind! I had my daughter, her husband, and the two little girls in this week for a few days, hosted a baby...

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UT Arlington uses FIFA World Cup travel to study air quality

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/16 9:00A Lauren Rangel

Researchers at the University of Texas at Arlington saw FIFA World Cup travel as a unique opportunity to study air quality.

George Pickens joins Cowboys for minicamp after receiver skipped voluntary offseason workouts

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/16 8:29A Associated Press

Pickens' presence was expected once he signed the $27.3 million franchise tag and became subject to fines for missing minicamp.

Big 12 sues Texas Tech, Texas AG over Brendan Sorsby and its ability to sanction

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/15 8:30A Katharine Finnerty, Associated P

Last week, the Big 12 received a notice from Paxton’s office saying that it could face legal action if it pursued sanctions against Texas Tech.

Wyatt Langford homers on 1st pitch and Rangers beat Red Sox 6-4 in front of Scotland's Tartan Army

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/15 3:38A Associated Press

There was a lively atmosphere at the ballpark, with the Tartan Army on hand for what the Red Sox billed as “Scottish Heritage Celebration Night.”

Japan fans use blue bags to uphold a cleansing World Cup tradition after draw

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/15 3:33A Associated Press

The Samurai Blue fans cleaned up before they left the stadium Sunday, picking up trash from the stands after Japan's 2-2 draw against the Netherlands.

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Charter school CEO sees healthcare aspirations rise amid Baylor Scott & White partnership

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 6/8 1:59A Plamedie Ifasso

The institute served roughly 300 students this past school year and will add roughly 120 new students. Fort Worth expansion is in early planning.

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USDA Staffing Crisis: Losses Reduce Local Presence in Communities Nationwide

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 6/16 6:28A Rebecca Schewe

USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Beginning Farmer Regional Coordinator Rodney Brooks speaks with Jon Jackson, executive director of Comfort Farms, who raises Royal Jabali a unique bread to Georgia on...

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

Love and Lemons 6/16 3:46A Jeanine Donofrio

I make these grilled portobello mushrooms on repeat all summer. They re such an easy side dish—meaty, savory, and ready in just 15 minutes on the grill. Their edges are...

Alberta, Get Ready! Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Arrives in Style at West Edmonton Mall June 26

Restaurant News 6/12 7:04A RestaurantNews.com

Canada s fastest-growing barbecue concept enters West Edmonton Mall for the first time with grand opening celebration featuring giveaways, discounts and award-winning barbecue...

la Madeleine Welcomes Summer with Fresh Salads, Croissant Croutons and Strawberry Sweets

Restaurant News 6/11 10:26A RestaurantNews.com

Protein Bowl Seasonal collection features balsamic-marinated chicken, fresh strawberries and new French-inspired favorites Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) la Madeleine is...

Nothing Bundt Cakes Celebrates America’s 250th Birthday with Sweet Summer Favorites

Restaurant News 6/11 9:05A RestaurantNews.com

Patriotic Decorated Cake America s No. 1 favorite brand is serving up JOY with America s Birthday Cake, patriotic treats and fan-favorite flavors Dallas, TX (...