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Top Stories: ➊ – Texas House panel passes new redistricting map that adds more GOP seats (Saturday), ➋ – Dallas Wings are 0-3 against the Indiana Fever this season after losing 88-78 at AAC (Saturday), ➌ – Luka Doncic signs extension with Los Angeles Lakers (Saturday), ➍ – Mild start to August. Temperatures to remain in lower 90s with possible showers this week (Saturday), ➎ – Hearings in Texas on flooding response and redistricting are underway as the special session continues (Sunday)

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Firefighters treated for heat exhaustion after 3-alarm fire at TWU campus in Denton

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 8/7 9:21A Alexis Garcia

You never know what s swimming in the waters around North Texas. At Eagle Mountain Lake in Tarrant County, it was an alligator! The alligator was safely removed from the lake...

Dangerous heat returns to North Texas, prompting a heat advisory to end the week

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 8/7 6:35A Brittany Rainey

Temperatures continue to slowly creep closer to 100 degrees in North Texas each afternoon. On Wednesday, temperatures topped out at 96 degrees, Thursday will be near 98 degrees and Friday will be the...

Related: Sunshine and heat continue in North Texas CBS Dallas-Fort Worth

Denton Fire Department puts out 3-alarm fire at Texas Woman's University

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 8/7 6:10A Julia Falcon

First responders put out a 3-alarm fire at Texas Woman's University Thursday morning. According to the Denton Fire Department, the 3-alarm fire broke out just after 10 a.m. in...

Texas legislative standoff stretches into fourth day as Democrats are told to return to the Capitol...

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 8/7 4:34A CBS Texas Staff

The battle between Texas Democrats and the Texas House continues with one more day before lawmakers were told to meet and make quorum in Austin. After not making a quorum for...

North Texas high schooler breaks record for fastest 800-meter race, is set to represent Team USA in...

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 8/7 4:10A Lauren Crawford

At just 16 years old, Cooper Lutkenhaus isn't just chasing greatness he's sprinting straight into the history books. The rising high school junior from Justin, Texas, stunned...

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UT Dallas reverses decision to cut track programs after feedback from community

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth Education 7/31 7:08A Julia Falcon

Just a few days after announcing it would cut track and field programs , the University of Texas at Dallas is reversing the decision. A letter from the university's president...

Denton native, jazz saxophonist shares his journey to the Juilliard School's Master of Music...

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth Education 7/31 1:43A Lauren Crawford

The road to Juilliard isn't an easy one but for Denton native Matthew Garcia, it's been a journey fueled by passion and practice that's now taking center stage. Garcia, a jazz...

Here's where to get free backpacks, school supplies, immunizations in North Texas before classes...

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth Education 7/29 7:17A CBS Texas Staff

With the first day of school quickly approaching, some school districts and organizations are holding events to help North Texas children get ready. Events include backpack...

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The Get Together Launches as the First Boxed Texas Wine

Texas Wine Lover 8/7 12:22A Jeff Cope

Photo by Big Thirst Press Release In a bold move that blends Texas terroir with modern wine trends, acclaimed Texas winery owner Ron Yates is proud to unveil The Get...

Supporting Texas Wine, One Ledger at a Time: Meet ANJUDI3

Texas Wine Lover 7/28 10:18P Jeff Cope

The Texas Wine Lover website Guide and mobile app offers more than just all the wineries around the state of Texas; it also lists businesses around those wineries. Some of...

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WHY EVERY WOMAN OVER 50 NEEDS A GREAT T-SHIRT DRESS

The Middle Page 8/6 8:50A Cathy Williamson

Why Every Woman Over 50 Needs a Great T-Shirt Dress (Now and Into Fall) Let s talk about one of the most underrated pieces in a woman s wardrobe: the t-shirt dress . If you re over 50 and living in...

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TWU HEAD SOFTBALL COACH GAY MCNUTT NAMED NSU CLASS OF 2025 HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE

TWU (Athletics) 8/6 7:04A

NATCHITOCHES, La. (Aug. 6, 2025) - Texas Woman's Head Softball Coach Gay McNutt was announced as an inductee into the Class of 2025 Northwestern State Hall of Fame.

TWO PIONEERS NOMINATED FOR ALLSTATE NACDA GOOD WORKS FALL TEAM

TWU (Athletics) 8/6 4:03A

DENTON, Texas (Aug. 6, 2025) - The Texas Woman's Pioneers are committed to pursuing excellence in competition, in the classroom and in the community. As a reflection of that...

Wings guard Paige Bueckers says she has a pulled back muscle and will take it 'day to day'

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/6 2:42A Associated Press

Bueckers left Tuesday night's game against the New York Liberty with 2:37 left in the third quarter.

Wings' Maddy Siegrist scores 13 points in return from knee injury after missing 18 games

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/6 2:38A Associated Press

Siegrist scored 13 points in the Wings' 85-76 loss to the New York Liberty on Tuesday night.

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has not spoken with Micah Parsons following public trade request

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/6 2:33A Associated Press

Jones said that the organization has not had direct contact with Parsons’ agent before reiterating that he does not consider the holdup unusual.

Related: Cowboys’ Micah Parsons requests trade from team on social media Spectrum Local News Sports

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New clinic opens in North Texas community considered a health care desert

Spectrum Local News Health 8/6 5:32A Valencia Jones

A 2024 Tarleton University study shows over 75% of Texas counties lack adequate access to medical specialists.

UT Southwestern again named region's top hospital by US News

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 7/30 7:35A Paul Livengood

U.S. News has a new list of the best hospitals in North Texas and across the state. Hospitals are ranked overall and by specialty.

Dallas County reports 1st heat-related death of 2025

Spectrum Local News Health 7/25 8:39A Katharine Finnerty

Dallas County Health and Human Services on Thursday said the person who died was a man in his 60s with unknown pre-existing medical conditions.

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Dickey’s Barbecue Celebrates National Sandwich Month with New Sandwich Buffet and Exclusive Savings

Restaurant News 8/8 9:32A RestaurantNews.com

Catering Gets a Flavor Upgrade with Customizable Sandwich Options and a 10% Discount This August Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) In honor of National Sandwich Month this...

Dickey’s Barbecue Supports Texas Families During Tax Free Weekend with Extended Kids Eat Free Deal

Restaurant News 8/8 8:57A RestaurantNews.com

August 8 to 10: Families Can Enjoy Delicious Texas Style Barbecue While Kids Eat Free with Purchase Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) As Texas families gear up for back to...

Cranberry Sauce BBQ Meatballs: A Sweet and Tangy Twist on a Classic

Cooking Chew 8/7 9:37A Andi Reis

A delicious and easy recipe for Cranberry BBQ Meatballs. Perfect for a party, these sweet and tangy meatballs are a welcome twist on a classic. The post Cranberry Sauce BBQ...

Air Fryer Zucchini

Love and Lemons 8/7 2:48A Jeanine Donofrio

This air fryer zucchini recipe is a quick and easy side dish for busy weeknights. It cooks in about 10 minutes and requires just 6 basic ingredients, but it still comes out...

Grilled Chicken Pineapple Kabobs

Joyful Healthy Eats 8/6 11:00P Krista

Pineapple Chicken Kabobs are perfect for summer grilling! These simple kabobs are threaded with tender marinated chicken, juicy pineapple, and red onion, then finished on the grill to lock in all the...