The sound comes first. A sharp percussive click of ivory against ivory echoes as a tile lands face down on a mat. Then another. And another. In mahjong, that rattle gave the game its name: the word means sparrow, and the chattering of the tiles evokes the chirps of birds. That sound is what Kristen
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Pride Kel-So is back for another go-round this fall. After drawing more than 1,600 last October to the Keller-Southlake area, the inaugural event, organizers say, demanded a follow-up. Slated for Sat, Oct 3, the second annual Pride Kel-So will take place at the same location as last year’s event, St
After relocating to South Main Village last year, Trinity Pride Fest experienced its largest turnout to date. More than 7,000 souls packed the Near Southside area around South Main Street for a day of partying and inclusivity. And of being out and loud. With the World Cup happening locally around th
The latest Fortune 500 list puts Texas on top, with Dallas-Fort Worth home to many of the companies driving the state's economic clout.
Saturday, June 6, 2026 The first Saturday in June seems to be the kickoff of Pride Month, with several events taking place. Start your day with Pridenton, a community rally at Denton Courthouse Square (110 W Hickory St, Denton, 940-349-2850) from 8am to 10am in support of Texas Equal Access (TEA), a
It’s a shame I need to reiterate why we put out this issue every year, but when straight people are forced to live in darkness and untold numbers of them are executed simply for being straight, then we’ll give you a Straight Pride Issue. Until then, unkindly STFU. “tHeM qUEeRs DoN’T nEeD tO sHovE iT
I’m not one to deter anyone from getting drunk at a bar and belching up grandiose ideas, but when the inspiration strikes you to declare some genius endeavor with the phrase “we should totally start a …,” that inspiration should be met with a little bit of caution, as if it were a stray dog or an un
The feelings of Cowtown locals nearly a century ago are largely left to the imaginations of writers and historians. The conversations, the glances, the private understandings between folks who couldn’t afford to be known — all are long evaporated in the Texas heat. What survives is almost accidental
Nestled off I-20 in Fort Worth is an unassuming building that most would easily pass without a second thought, but inside its weathered facade and lived-in aesthetic, a group of people are working to build a community that embraces gender-expansive people. Finn’s Place honors the legend of Finn Spic
For people looking for queer-forward spaces, there’s just a handful throughout Tarrant County, with three conveniently clustered around South Jennings and Pennsylvania avenues on the Near Southside. And it’s there where I thought I’d spend a jolly afternoon recently. My first stop was Liberty Lounge
A daytime homicide investigation in Dallas led authorities to a nearby North Texas suburb, where the 22-year-old murder suspect was tracked down.
DART is increasing train frequency and capacity across North Texas to handle crowds during the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Editor’s note: A featured pet may be adopted by the time you inquire, but many more are always waiting to meet you through the Humane Society of North Texas. At the Humane Society of North Texas, adoption is about changing lives, one match at a time. Learn more about adoptions at HSNT’s Fort Worth a
Seco Enterprises LLC plans the $100 million development in the heart of the Panther Island district.
A $20,000 local music prize is down to three finalists, including two from Fort Worth. Fort Worthian Matthew McNeal’s soulful HIGHLONESOME, a record representing the new wave of Heartland rock, joins Lately, a groovy slab of sunny, upper-’70s-vibin’ pop from part-time Fort Worthian Paul Schalda, and
The sound comes first. A sharp percussive click of ivory against ivory echoes as a tile lands face down on a mat. Then another. And another. In mahjong, that rattle gave the game its name: the word means sparrow, and the chattering of the tiles evokes the chirps of birds. That sound is what Kristen
OPENING The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act (NR) This feature presentation is the last two episodes of the Australian animated series about characters trapped in a digital world by an evil ringmaster. Voices by LIzzie Freeman, Michael Kovach, Marissa Lenti, Amanda Hufford, Ashley Nichols, and C
As the FIFA World Cup 2026 makes its way to Texas, one local opera company hopes to score new fans by adding a soccer-themed twist to a classic production. Opera Arlington will host a reimagined version of “Carmen” where the role of Escamillo is transformed from a bullfighter to a soccer player on S
Fort Worth police say the crash happened at the intersection of Interstate 30 and Oakland Blvd.
"The depletion of our resources, from water use, the electrical grid, the noise pollution," coalition member Tara Maldonado-Wilson said.
The City of Fort Worth is preparing to transfer management of the Will Rogers Memorial Center to a management agency formed by three nonprofits that have invested millions in the historic complex over the years. Gendy Street Management, itself a nonprofit, will include Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo;
A $100 million project viewed as a catalyst for Panther Island development is under consideration for economic development incentives from the city of Fort Worth. Austin-based commercial real estate investment firm Seco Ventures is planning to invest in Fort Worth’s future Panther Island district. T
Parents, educators and community leaders gathered at the Fort Worth ISD school board meeting Monday evening to voice opposition to the district reassigning a Muslim principal from her position. FWISD reassigned Shayma Alzubi from becoming Western Hills High School’s new principal days after the anno
Vacant land south of East Rosedale Street will soon be filled with new affordable housing units as the transformation of the Stop Six neighborhood continues. City and housing officials held a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday for the fifth phase of new development in the historically Black neighborhoo
A plan for a historic Fort Worth building to serve as the new downtown library will not move forward. City leaders are now considering whether the property could serve as a new community arts center. Plans for the property at 512 W. 4th St. are shifting due to layout challenges the building presente
A spokesperson for Samsung said the move is designed to position the firm for long-term growth while building on the company's three-decade presence in Texas.
Thunderstorm warnings across the Metroplex have prompted a ground stop and delays at Dallas' two airports. Check the status of your flight here.
North Texas summers are no picnic. Now, as the World Cup comes to the region, there’s a chance the forecast could be for an especially hot season. While temperatures in June are expected to remain within normal ranges, the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration is forecasting a 40% probability
First responders provided medical care, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
DFW Airport leaders will vote on several leases for restaurants that will occupy the new Terminal F.
North Texas keeps growing. A new study ranks Lewisville, McKinney, Frisco and Denton among the nation's fastest-growing boomtowns.
The district plans to prioritize history and community feedback when determining the future of the site.
Before there was a bustling interstate system, shopping centers and high-rises grazing the skyline, there was already a Fort Worth institution. A church. Mount Gilead Baptist Church, established in the 19th century by a pastor and 12 formerly enslaved people, stood as an epicenter of Fort Worth Afri
According to the suit, the student suffered a severe concussion along with the spinal cord injury, and was temporarily paralyzed.
This is the sixth store for the clothing retailer in Texas after openings in other cities like Grapevine, Hurst and El Paso.
Emergency savings have always been important, but for many households, they feel more necessary now than ever. Everyday costs are higher, medical bills can arrive without warning, rent and housing expenses continue to pressure budgets, and even a small disruption in income can create serious stress.
The multimillion-dollar deal for the 11,433-square-foot home at 4815 Saint Johns Dr. closed on May 1.
You might not think about how much work your air conditioner is putting in, from one scorching hot Texas summer to the next— that is, until your system unexpectedly breaks down, leaving you sweltering inside your own home. But how unexpected are AC breakdowns, really? Actually, there are usually war
Dr. Jay Bhaumik, the Chairman of Thesis Pharmacy, spent years working at the convergence of pharmacy operations, business leadership, and healthcare technology. From his specialized vantage point, Dr. Bhaumik has watched pharmacy environments shift from largely manual workflows to increasingly conne
Trinity Metro is preparing an enhanced mobility plan to support increased travel demand during the FIFA World Cup soccer tournament in North Texas in June and July, with expanded connections between Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas, and DFW International Airport. If you’re looking to get on board, see
Location is everything. Two identical food trailers with the same menu can have completely different outcomes simply because of the city they’re in. One city might have favorable laws, high foot traffic, and a thriving street food culture. Another might have strict restrictions, high fees, and few p
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