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Top Stories: ➊ – Dallas Wings rookie Paige Bueckers to miss at least 2 games while in WNBA's concussion protocol (Saturday), ➋ – Exploring Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa: Where Wine Meets Relaxation (Thursday), ➌ – Dallas Mavericks fans rank as the most negative in the NBA (Sunday), ➍ – Caminero hits 2 of Tampa Bay's season-high 5 homers as Rays rout Astros 16-3 (Sunday), ➎ – Sonny Gray strikes out 10 in the Cardinals' 2-0 victory over the the Rangers (Sunday)

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Sixth defendant sentenced in connection with violent Dallas hotel drug trafficking ring, prosecutors...

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 5/29 11:15A Doug Myers

A sixth participant in what prosecutors described as a violent drug trafficking ring operating out of a Dallas hotel has been sentenced to 18 years in federal prison, federal authorities said...

Hail, strong winds possible with severe storms across North Texas on Thursday

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 5/29 10:43A Scott Padgett

The potential of strong to severe storms on Thursday has prompted a First Alert Weather Day Thursday evening into the overnight. Some storms could be severe with large hail and damaging winds,...

The suspects in the deadly Grapevine Lake jet ski crash are in the U.S. illegally. What's next in...

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 5/29 4:54A Marvin Hurst

Since the suspects in the deadly Grapevine Lake jet ski crash were confirmed to be in the country illegally , federal immigration officials are now involved in the...

More North Texas school districts are switching to 4-day weeks. Here's why.

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 5/29 1:00A Lacey Beasley

More public school districts in Texas are turning to shorter school weeks , including several in North Texas. For the 2025-2026 school year, Kennedale ISD in Tarrant County...

Effort to ban minors under 18 from social media in Texas fades as time runs out

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 5/29 12:25A CBS Texas

A push in Texas to ban social media accounts for children under 18 faded Thursday after lawmakers did not take a key vote on creating one of the nation's toughest restrictions...

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EMPOWER Champions Foster Parents for National Foster Care Month in May

Denton BubbleLife iReporter 5/28 2:38A Culver Public Relations

May is National Foster Care Month , a national initiative led by the Childrens Bureau to raise awareness about foster care and recognize the dedication of families, foster parents, child welfare...

Shelton Announces 2024-2025 Staff SPARK Awards

Denton BubbleLife iReporter 5/28 12:09A Lisa Kresl

Three Shelton teachers and five Shelton counselors received the 2024-2025 Shelton Parents' Association Recognition Kudos (SPARK) Award at the May 23 Shelton End-of-the-Year Staff Appreciation...

Inside the 44th Annual Equest Blue Ribbon Gala

Denton BubbleLife iReporter 5/22 10:58P Susan Friedman

The 44 th Annual Equest Blue Ribbon Gala was a night where cowboy boots and big-hearted bidding came together in a spirited celebration that still has Dallas buzzing. On April 25, Gilleys Dallas was...

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More North Texas school districts are switching to 4-day weeks. Here's why.

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth Education 5/29 4:59A Lacey Beasley

More public school districts in Texas are turning to shorter school weeks , including several in North Texas. For the 2025-2026 school year, Kennedale ISD in Tarrant County...

Texas Senate gives initial approval to $8.5 billion in new funding for public schools

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth Education 5/23 1:33A Jack Fink

The Texas Senate gave preliminary approval to a bill late Thursday night that will inject $8.5 billion in new money for public schools. The vote took place after 11 p.m.,...

What does it mean when a Texas school gets an 'A' rating?

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth Education 5/22 3:57A Lacey Beasley

Schools across the state were issued 2023 A-F accountability ratings from the Texas Education Agency last month, showing every district in North Texas dropped in scores some...

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Exploring Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa: Where Wine Meets Relaxation

Texas Wine Lover 5/29 10:13A Jeff Cope

Villas I had always wanted to stay at Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa , where the villas are nestled right alongside the winery, brewery, restaurant, and spa. I first got a...

4R Ranch Winery Campsite Named One of the Top Vineyard Camping Experiences in the US by Hipcamp

Texas Wine Lover 5/23 4:19A Jeff Cope

Press Release 4R Ranch Vineyards and Winery Campsite, a scenic retreat nestled in the rolling hills of the North Texas Hill Country, has been recognized by Hipcamp , the...

Nikhila Narra Davis Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 5/20 12:07A Jeff Cope

Some people start making wine from the start as planned, and others eventually move into the role of winemaker. Nikhila Narra Davis did the latter since she started as a grape...

Un Sueño Vineyard: Building a Dream for All

Texas Wine Lover 5/16 12:30A Ron Martin

There’s something uniquely different about Un Sueño Vineyard – something that goes beyond the vines, the view, and even the wine itself. It’s a place built not just on the...

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SAVINGS?, SALES, & MORE!???

The Sister Studio 5/25 4:17A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Sunday my friends! I hope everyone is enjoying the long weekend my kids are officially on summer break now, and I can t get over how fast this year flew by. We re soaking up the weekend...

Summer DEALS + Target STEALS! ?

The Sister Studio 5/17 4:08A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Saturday my friends! The weekend is HERE and I hope you all get to soak it up! This upcoming week is our last week of school before summer (I truly can t believe this year went by so...

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ESPINOZA, HERNANDEZ NAMED TO THE CSC ACADEMIC ALL-DISTRICT TEAM

TWU (Athletics) 5/28 6:38A

DENTON, Texas (May 28, 2025) - To conclude the 2025 season for the Texas Woman's softball team, Marissa Espinoza and Vivica Hernandez have been named to the College Sports...

Jung's run-scoring single in the eighth helps Rangers beat Blue Jays 2-0

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/28 2:18A Associated Press

Both teams have had trouble scoring runs. Texas went in last in the AL with 183 runs.

Oilers beat Stars 4-1, take a commanding 3-1 lead in Western Conference final series

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/28 1:50A Associated Press

The Stars are in danger of being eliminated in the West final by the Oilers for the second year in a row.

Paige Bueckers returns to Connecticut hoping to get her first win as a pro

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/27 9:43A Associated Press

Bueckers has never lost at Mohegan Sun Arena, where the WNBA Sun plays their home games.

Stars need more production from their stars to avoid elimination against the Oilers

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/27 2:22A Associated Press

The Dallas Stars went nearly 100 minutes without scoring on Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner from Games 1 through 3 of the Western Conference final.

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NTxBio eyes Plano sites for life sciences manufacturing hub

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 5/28 1:49A Aayush Gupta

NTxBio's expansion plans go beyond just the new Plano facility, with CEO Jamie Coffin hinting at future growth in both Texas and New Mexico. The biomanufacturing company plans...

Kenyan diplomat turns to Texas for life-saving stroke care

Spectrum Local News Health 5/19 4:30A Brian Scott

In the growing field of stroke rehab, it's a combination of a physical and mental approach to undo the damage of a life-changing emergency.

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Spicy Tuna

Joyful Healthy Eats 6/4 11:00P Krista

Spicy tuna is an easy Asian-style recipe that can be added to salad, meal bowls, sushi, and more. The combination of ahi tuna with a creamy, flavorful spicy mayo sauce is so simple, but SO delicious!...

Examining the House Agriculture Committee’s Reconciliation Bill

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 6/4 8:40A Laura Zaks

On May 22, 2025, the House of Representatives approved its budget reconciliation legislation, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act ( OBBB , HR 1), by a vote of 215-214-1. Just a week earlier, on May 15, the...

Dickey’s Barbecue Puts Franchisee Success in the Spotlight: Addressing Industry Challenges and...

Restaurant News 6/4 6:36A RestaurantNews.com

Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) In response to recent industry-wide challenges, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit addresses concerns regarding franchisee satisfaction. Amidst...

Caprese Pasta Salad

Love and Lemons 6/3 3:17A Jeanine Donofrio

This Caprese pasta salad recipe is practically summer in a bowl! As you can probably tell from its name, it s a delicious fusion of two summer favorites: pasta salad and...

Balsamic Vinaigrette

Joyful Healthy Eats 5/29 11:00P Krista

I call this recipe for Balsamic Vinaigrette the staple because I make it so often, it s definitely a staple in my home! It s easy to whip up and the sweet, tangy flavor brings out the best in any...