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DMN Morning Debrief: Texas' new Supreme Court will have Democrats for first time in years. What will that mean?
In today’s DMN Morning Debrief, Willie Nelson reflects on late-life creativity and health, Dallas restaurants land on OpenTable’s national list, and Texas voters remake the state Supreme Court.
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DMN Morning Debrief: Gina Hinojosa becomes first Democratic Texas governor in more than 30 years
In today’s DMN Morning Debrief, Gina Hinojosa defeats Texas Governor Greg Abbott, Democrat James Talarico breaks Texas Republicans’ long U.S. Senate winning streak, and Amber Givens prepares to lead the Dallas County district attorney’s office. Plus, what Katy Trail users are saying about The Loop Plaza.
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DMN Morning Debrief: Feds vow to ‘cover every inch’ of Deep Ellum after deadly Halloween shootings
In today’s DMN Morning Debrief, Dallas and federal authorities increase enforcement in Deep Ellum after deadly shootings, North Texas voters could shape statewide midterm races, and a former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader faces charges after a Southlake hit-and-run investigation. Plus, what you need to know before heading to the polls today.
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Curt Farmer on Intersections Podcast
Intersections podcast: This week’s guest is Curt Farmer, vice chair of Fifth Third Bank and former CEO of Comerica. Farmer discusses his experience in the banking industry making crucial decisions in difficult times and his perspective on higher education as chair of the Wake Forest University’s board.
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DMN Morning Debrief: Police investigate Deep Ellum shootings that killed 4, injured 15
In today’s DMN Morning Debrief, four people are dead and more than a dozen injured after separate shootings in Deep Ellum, Texas Senate candidates make their final push before Tuesday’s vote and a JSX plane rolls off a runway at Love Field. Plus, how the DMN’s investigation into extreme surgical errors in North Texas came together.
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Eat Drink D-FW: Foods that frighten us, cookies Oprah loves and a hidden wine bar
What food scares you most? Eat Drink D-FW asked, and your answers were terrifying! Restaurateur and "Flavorphiles" podcast host Tanner Agar joins the show with spooky takes of his own, while food writer Zacharia Washington shares where to find some of Oprah’s favorite cookies. Sarah Blaskovich takes a break from costume changes to reveal a hidden wine bar. For the full Halloween experience, watch this one on The Dallas Morning News YouTube!
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DMN Morning Debrief:United Methodist bishop says he is removing Highland Park United Methodist Church’s senior ministers
Today’s DMN Morning Debrief covers Troy Aikman’s TV future, United Airlines’ Dallas-raised CEO lays out his Texas growth plan and a United Methodist bishop removes Highland Park church leaders amid a fight over the congregation’s future. Plus, restaurant critic Sarah Blaskovich quizzes local chefs to find out what foods scare them.
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DMN Morning Debrief: Labor leader and civil rights activist Dolores Huerta dies at 96
Today’s DMN Morning Debrief covers Dolores Huerta’s death at 96, a Grand Prairie student’s lawsuit over a canceled school musical and higher airfares at D-FW Airport and Love Field. Plus, a recent rarity when all major Dallas sports teams played games on the same night.
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DMN Morning Debrief: Dallas seeks repayment for costs tied to Republican midterm event
In today’s DMN Morning Debrief, the city is seeking repayment for costs tied to a Republican midterm event, D-FW is recognized as the hottest real estate market for the third straight year, and AT&T customers are closer to settlement checks after data breaches. Plus, a look at the key issues in the race for Texas governor.
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SportsDay Insider: Cowboys, Longhorns moving up. Maybe the Mavs, too?
SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant discuss the Cowboys' 38-21 win over the Eagles and what it means for their prospects in the NFC East, where the Giants loom as their primary opposition at 4-2-1. Can Dak Prescott's dominance in the East carry them to the division title? Will Brian Schottenheimer's nearly-too-late focus on running the ball correct the offense's struggles? Can the defense get out of its own way? Kevin and Evan also regale the audience with tales of their trip to and from Austin, where they watched the Longhorns' wild win over Ole Miss, their...
DMN Morning Debrief: National figures converge on North Texas for U.S. Senate race campaign
In today’s DMN Morning Debrief, Trump and Vance to visit Texas for U.S. Senate race rallies, North Texas honors Van Zandt County Deputy Adam Sherifi, and a 600 million dollar Knox-Henderson proposal could bring two towers to the Katy Trail. Plus, a new self-driving vehicle hits the streets of Dallas.
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DMN Morning Debrief: SMU's win over Cal showed Mustangs' depth at running back, for now and years to come
From SMU’s dominant football performance and Richardson ISD’s new financial literacy initiative to a unique horror-themed coffee shop, discover the latest news updates from across the Dallas area. Plus, voters are weighing on the Paxton-Talarico U.S. Senate race.
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Eat Drink D-FW: The great Dallas queso debate
Our food team settles a spirited debate over the best queso, checks in on John Tesar’s latest venture and gets Imelda García’s take on the closure of a beloved Oak Cliff restaurant.
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DMN Morning Debrief: Where is the best queso in Dallas? We dip in.
In today’s debrief, weather for this weekend in D-FW, traffic to avoid near downtown Dallas, a Dallas hospital reported the most retained object errors and where to cast your ballot during early voting in North Texas through Oct. 30, and on Election Day Nov. 3.
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DMN Morning Debrief: Dallas’ Joppa neighborhood could get new zoning that bans data centers, encourages housing
oday’s morning debrief covers a sunny North Texas forecast, D-F-W Airport’s Terminal A expansion, a court order in Atmos Energy litigation over an Oak Cliff gas explosion and a rezoning proposal in Joppa that could limit future industrial development. Plus, concerns about the Cowboys ahead of Sunday’s game.
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SportsDay Insider: Cowboys' and Longhorns' spiral, Mavs' start and a Rangers' star on the horizon
SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and Calvin Watkins discuss the Cowboys' two-game losing streak and what it'll take to pull them out of the muck. Kevin notes that five of their next six opponents have losing records, including the Eagles, who will be without Jalen Hurts in Monday's game. Caution: Calvin's take is not for the faint of heart. The guys also parse the Mavs' playoff potential and the future of Kyrie Irving. Can Arch Manning rebound and put Texas back on track? Kevin and Evan talk about the Longhorns' CFP chances as well as Sebastian Walcott, the...
DMN Morning Debrief: Dallas ISD pulls library books for review after Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick threatens crackdown
Today’s morning debrief covers a sunny North Texas forecast, Dallas ISD reviews hundreds of library books, the Perot Museum plans a major outdoor expansion and Henderson Avenue lands new retail tenants. Plus, a Dallas Morning News series looks at extreme surgical errors and why they keep happening.
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DMN Morning Debrief: A new Dallas Loop bridge opens near Victory Park
Today’s morning debrief covers warming North Texas weather, Fort Worth police investigate after a dead infant was found near a dumpster, the State Fair of Texas closes its anniversary season with more than 2 million visitors, and a new Dallas Loop bridge opens near Victory Park. Plus, The Dallas Morning News Editorial Board talks to U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico.
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DMN Morning Debrief: What Dallas Stars fans have to say on Plano arena, taxes to pay for it
Today’s morning debrief covers windy North Texas weather, a college football poll shakeup hits Texas teams, Dallas protesters urge voters to act as early voting begins, and Dallas Stars fans weigh in on a possible move to Plano. Plus, all the information you need before cast your ballot in the midterm elections.
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Eat Drink D-FW: Michelin Dining on a Budget and a Farewell to a Beloved Pitmaster
Is fine dining getting too expensive? The Dallas Morning News food team shares tips for enjoying Michelin-starred meals on a budget and a first look at a stylish new steakhouse — complete with an indoor pool? Plus, a favorite burger spot has closed, but we have plenty of delicious alternatives.
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DMN Morning Debrief: North Texas family awarded $21.6 million after sewer gas, mold forced them from home
Today’s morning debrief covers windy North Texas weather, Troy Aikman prepares for free agency after this football season, Dallas fine-dining restaurant Punk Noir closes after a short run, and a Tarrant County family wins a $21.6 million judgment over construction defects. Plus, how to find big bites on a small budget on the last weekend of The State Fair of Texas.
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DMN Morning Debrief: Road to Ruin: Subprime auto lender’s troubles include many turns
Today’s morning debrief covers North Texas weather, Social Security recipients are getting a 2027 cost-of-living increase, a Dallas museum is broadening the story of the American West, and federal regulators add civil fraud allegations to the collapse of Tricolor. Plus, what should the Cowboys have looked into before the season kicked off? .
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SportsDay Insider: Cowboys' spiraling defense, CFB in Texas and what's Walcott's future with Rangers?
SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and Joe Hoyt discuss the further decline of the Cowboys' defense and what it says that they're bringing in an old pal to help out Christian Parker. Evan says they should have done it sooner. Kevin says no team with Super Bowl intentions needs a defensive coordinator to grow into the job. Joe says not to expect any big improvements anytime soon. Kevin and Evan look back at Texas-OU as well as Mike Elko's outburst after another loss by Texas A&M, then give their takes on the SEC, Big 12 and ACC races...
DMN Morning Debrief: Abbott says he’s confident, steps up attacks on Hinojosa as governor’s race heats up
Today’s Debrief covers North Texas weather, election preparations, an investigation, a new Tex-Mex restaurant for Knox Street, a high school musical cancellation and the latest on the Texas governor’s race. Plus, why hundreds of people got loud at a Dallas park this past weekend.
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DMN Morning Debrief: AI slows Texas hiring, hitting recent grads hardest
Today’s morning debrief covers North Texas weather, election preparations,Texas Republicans navigate the 2026 midterms with President Donald Trump closely involved, the NFC East’s struggles keep the Cowboys in the race and a Dallas Fed analysis finds artificial intelligence is slowing some hiring. Plus, the Fort Worth Zoo got a new addition to their feline residents.
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Bob Rowling on Intersections Podcast
Intersections podcast: This week’s podcast guest is Bob Rowling, chairman and CEO of TRT Holdings, a private investment company. Rowling discusses his transition from the oil and gas business to the hotel industry through the Omni Hotel, the expansion of his projects in a competitive hospitality sector and his journey with his faith.
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DMN Morning Debrief: Senate candidates James Talarico and Ken Paxton can at least agree on one thing: The Cowboys.
Today’s morning debrief covers North Texas weather, election preparations, how artificial intelligence data centers are putting new pressure on Texas’ power supply, a Dallas family center marks ten years of helping Bachman Lake families, and Senate contenders James Talarico and Ken Paxton find common ground in the Cowboys. Plus, a Dallas man who fathered multiple children and then went to extremes to deny his paternity.
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Eat Drink D-FW: Michelin’s Back. Do Texans Care? Plus, Fall Food Fests
The Michelin Guide is handing out stars in Texas this week, and The Dallas Morning News food team has thoughts. Plus, our picks for North Texas fall festivals and a tribute to local food legends we’ve recently lost. Catch up on all things food at dallasnews.com/food.
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DMN Morning Debrief: 3 D-FW restaurants receive Michelin stars
Today’s morning debrief covers North Texas weather, election preparations, Michelin-starred dining, a fatal plane crash investigation and American Airlines' plans to install high-speed Starlink internet on its fleet. Plus, a list of our writers’ fall food festivals.
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DMN Morning Debrief: Pilot dead after single-engine plane crashes in Fort Worth
Today’s morning debrief covers local D-FW weather, student petitions regarding Fort Worth ISD, the release of Amber Guyger and a tragic fatal plane crash. Plus, the Cotton Bowl is getting ready to host the biggest Dallas sporting event this weekend: Texas and Oklahoma.
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DMN Morning Debrief: Opal Lee turns 100. Here's how the 'grandmother of Juneteenth' will celebrate
In today’s DMN Morning Debrief, students are initiating alternatives regarding AI and screen time, a political terror threat investigation, and. Plus, the centennial celebration of civil rights leader Opal Lee..
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SportsDay Insider: Cowboys' small steps, Texas-OU and the state's best annual sporting event
SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and Joe Hoyt discuss the Cowboys' 34-30 come-from-behind win over Houston. Joe tells us that, until further notice, the Cowboys will have to score 30 points a game to win. The good news is, they can do that, especially in a weak NFC East. Bad news: The defense isn't close to league average, and might never rise to that level this year. The guys cite the passings of Dennis Franchione, former head coach at both TCU and Texas A&M, and Jim Ray Smith, a world-class lineman at Baylor and in the NFL who...
DMN Morning Debrief: Bo French uproar exposes a Texas GOP fight over who belongs in the party’s ‘stables’
In today’s DMN Morning Debrief,Dallas teachers face longer commutes as housing costs rise, Dallas weighs city funding for eviction defense, and a Texas GOP candidate’s online post exposes a deeper party split. Plus, a well known sports drink brand is facing a recall from the FDA.
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Ross Perot Jr. on Intersections Podcast
This week's podcast guest is Ross Perot Jr., Board Chair of the US Chamber of Commerce and a pioneer in aviation and real estate. Perot discusses his perspective on current dilemmas in American economics and how his experience in the Air Force influenced his decision to build Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport, the nation's first industrial airport.
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DMN Morning Debrief: Dallas County voters to weigh $100 million-a-year homelessness tax hike
In today’s DMN Morning Debrief, Dallas County voters will weigh a homelessness tax, Gina Hinojosa presses her case against Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, and we give some tips to find a cheap meal at the State Fair of Texas. Plus, Dallas says goodbye to the downtown Neiman Marcus.
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Eat Drink D-FW: State Fair of Texas: Big Eats, Bigger Prices?
The Dallas Morning News food team heads to the State Fair of Texas to try the foods you were most curious about. They found a few big hits, some surprises and a couple of misses — so you can skip the duds. Along the way, they share tips for getting the most out of your food coupons. Give this episode of our Eat Drink D-FW podcast a listen before you head to the Fair.
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DMN Morning Debrief: Amber Guyger granted parole 7 years after conviction for murder of Botham Jean
Texas expands childcare fraud investigations after new state protocols, The Dallas Morning News examines online gambling addiction among young Texans and a parole board grants parole to former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger. Plus, a historical spot at Fair Park that got a big update just in time for The State Fair of Texas.
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SportsDay Rangers, Episode 58: A.J. Pierzynski | What's next | Most disappointing seasons in history
With the Rangers officially out of the playoffs, John and Evan discuss the disappointing end to a disappointing season and break down Chris Young's end-of-season presser where he ran through a long list of attributes the Rangers lacked. Then they tackle the big question: How do the Rangers address all that? Former Rangers catcher and current FOX analyst A.J. Pierzynski joins the guys to discuss the playoffs, the national perception of the Rangers season and A.J.'s 2013 season with the Rangers. Did he and Yu Darvish really have words? Why didn't he return for 2014? Finally, John and...
DMN Morning Debrief: Biz Court slashes scope of damages in Southwest Pilot’s 737 MAX suit against Boeing
In today’s DMN Morning Debrief, a North Texas Christian author and her husband face child abuse-related charges, downtown Dallas leaders push for more housing and retail, and a court narrows a lawsuit over Boeing’s 737 MAX. Plus, what are the Stars' chances of winning the Stanley Cup?
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SportsDay Insider: Questioning merits of Cowboys, Rangers, Stars and Texas CFB
SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant discuss the chaotic ending of the Cowboys' visit to Rio and the poor decisions that resulted in a loss to the Ravens. Was Dak Prescott unduly influenced by his coach's warning? Did Brian Schottenheimer make a mistake electing to kick through the end zone after the tie? Are the Cowboys a smart team? Evan also tells us how Chris Young, Rangers president, challenged his team's "grit" and "toughness" in a season-ending exit presser. Lia Assimakopoulos joins the guys to talk about the Stars, who drop the puck Friday. And Kevin and Evan...
