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The local fiber artist weaves memory, identity and transformation into her new solo exhibition at Art on Main.
Dallas Artist Han Cao Stitches New Life into Forgotten Memories with Second Nature
The local fiber artist weaves memory, identity and transformation into her new solo exhibition at Art on Main.
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January 20, 2026 at 11:33 PM
The local fiber artist weaves memory, identity and transformation into her new solo exhibition at Art on Main.
The city's request for an exception to Gov. Greg Abbott's order requiring the removal of the rainbow crosswalks has been denied.
Dallas Given Until End of the Month To Plan Removal of Rainbow Crosswalks
The city's request for an exception to Gov. Greg Abbott's order requiring the removal of the rainbow crosswalks has been denied.
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January 20, 2026 at 10:33 PM
The city's request for an exception to Gov. Greg Abbott's order requiring the removal of the rainbow crosswalks has been denied.
Multiple council members expressed frustration, saying they found out about proposed closures in their districts through social media.
‘Rethink This’: Council Criticizes ‘Half-Assed’ Plan To Close Four Dallas City Libraries
Multiple council members expressed frustration, saying they found out about proposed closures in their districts through social media.
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January 20, 2026 at 9:33 PM
Multiple council members expressed frustration, saying they found out about proposed closures in their districts through social media.
If you've been living under a rock and don't know his music well, you might want to queue up these pop-reggaeton superstars and local favorites alike.
6 Artists To Check Out if You're Excited for Bad Bunny´s Super Bowl Performance
If you've been living under a rock and don't know his music well, you might want to queue up these pop-reggaeton superstars and local favorites alike.
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January 20, 2026 at 8:32 PM
If you've been living under a rock and don't know his music well, you might want to queue up these pop-reggaeton superstars and local favorites alike.
In Dallas, low-income renters living in studio to two-bedroom units are paying a proportionally higher rate for housing than middle- and high-income renters.
🔗 https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/dallas-rent-relief-doesnt-come-for-low-income-renters-40635361/
🔗 https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/dallas-rent-relief-doesnt-come-for-low-income-renters-40635361/
January 20, 2026 at 7:30 PM
In Dallas, low-income renters living in studio to two-bedroom units are paying a proportionally higher rate for housing than middle- and high-income renters.
🔗 https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/dallas-rent-relief-doesnt-come-for-low-income-renters-40635361/
🔗 https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/dallas-rent-relief-doesnt-come-for-low-income-renters-40635361/
It seems as though North Texas might finally get hit with some sort of winter precipitation.
🔗 https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/how-much-snow-will-dallas-get-this-weekend-the-forecast-40636568/
🔗 https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/how-much-snow-will-dallas-get-this-weekend-the-forecast-40636568/
January 20, 2026 at 5:30 PM
It seems as though North Texas might finally get hit with some sort of winter precipitation.
🔗 https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/how-much-snow-will-dallas-get-this-weekend-the-forecast-40636568/
🔗 https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/how-much-snow-will-dallas-get-this-weekend-the-forecast-40636568/
It's wintry mix season in North Texas and we should see some sooner than later.
Will North Texas Get Snow This Weekend? Here's What the Experts Say
It's wintry mix season in North Texas and we should see some sooner than later.
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January 20, 2026 at 5:08 PM
It's wintry mix season in North Texas and we should see some sooner than later.
The price of Dallas' least expensive rental units is creeping towards the median, meaning more pressure for those who can rarely afford it.
Relief Skips Low-Income Renters Even as Housing Costs Cool
The price of Dallas' least expensive rental units is creeping towards the median, meaning more pressure for those who can rarely afford it.
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January 20, 2026 at 4:06 PM
The price of Dallas' least expensive rental units is creeping towards the median, meaning more pressure for those who can rarely afford it.
Not only do Texas school vouchers not cover the amount of tuition at many private schools, those schools don't have to let families with the vouchers in.
Texas School Vouchers Launch, but Costs, Access and Religion Limit Families’ Freedom
Not only do Texas school vouchers not cover the amount of tuition at many private schools, those schools don't have to let families with the vouchers in.
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January 20, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Not only do Texas school vouchers not cover the amount of tuition at many private schools, those schools don't have to let families with the vouchers in.
This new spot has a Marra Forni pizza oven from Italy, house-made pastas and a full Italian cocktail menu.
Group Behind Princi Italia Opens New Italian Concept in Preston Hollow
This new spot has a Marra Forni pizza oven from Italy, house-made pastas and a full Italian cocktail menu.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:06 PM
This new spot has a Marra Forni pizza oven from Italy, house-made pastas and a full Italian cocktail menu.
A new online portal will help state leaders track down violations of bans on university DEI programs and curriculum oversight.
What to Know About Texas’ Latest Crackdown on Campus DEI, Free Speech
A new online portal will help state leaders track down violations of bans on university DEI programs and curriculum oversight.
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January 20, 2026 at 1:03 AM
A new online portal will help state leaders track down violations of bans on university DEI programs and curriculum oversight.
The internet is feeling nostialgic for 2016. So, let's take a quick walk down music memory lane, shall we?
Here's What 2016 Sounded Like in North Texas
The internet is feeling nostialgic for 2016. So, let's take a quick walk down music memory lane, shall we?
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January 20, 2026 at 12:02 AM
The internet is feeling nostialgic for 2016. So, let's take a quick walk down music memory lane, shall we?
Like Excalibur’s sword, the perfect guitar tone can be a mythical beast, filled with the power to elevate mere notes into immortal messages from another realm.
Chasing Tone: Your Favorite Guitarist's Favorite North Texas Guitarist
We asked some of the city's best guitarists who they think has the best tone in North Texas.
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January 19, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Like Excalibur’s sword, the perfect guitar tone can be a mythical beast, filled with the power to elevate mere notes into immortal messages from another realm.
There’s a place just a few hours north of Dallas where you can trade the unseasonable heat for a taste of tropical escape — complete with water slides, lazy rivers and enough dining options to last you to spring.
Beat the Winter Blues With a Splashy Escape to a New Resort in Oklahoma
Trade the winter heatwave for a quick road trip to Oklahoma City, where indoor lagoons and lazy rivers await.
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January 19, 2026 at 9:30 PM
There’s a place just a few hours north of Dallas where you can trade the unseasonable heat for a taste of tropical escape — complete with water slides, lazy rivers and enough dining options to last you to spring.
The following are 10 great bakeries in Dallas that are locally owned and operated, scratch-made and worthy of the cult following they’ve amassed.
The 10 Best Bakeries in Dallas for a Sweet Treat
Need a box full of freshly baked pastries? Of course you do.
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January 19, 2026 at 6:30 PM
The following are 10 great bakeries in Dallas that are locally owned and operated, scratch-made and worthy of the cult following they’ve amassed.
Kay Granger and Joe Biden have brought an increased scrutiny to the ages of elected officials, so we thought we'd round up some of Texas' own oldest elected officials
Here Are the Oldest Elected Officials in Texas in 2026
Politicians' ages are being debated nationwide.
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January 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Kay Granger and Joe Biden have brought an increased scrutiny to the ages of elected officials, so we thought we'd round up some of Texas' own oldest elected officials
Has online gambli- I mean "predicting" gone too far?
Wanna Bet You Can Put Money Down on the Crockett vs. Talarico Race in Texas?
Thanks to a few key distinctions, even Texans can legally win big money online by predicting winning outcomes in sports and even elections.
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January 19, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Has online gambli- I mean "predicting" gone too far?
For 2026, the city’s celebrations (starting at 10:30 a.m. on Jan. 19) are set to be particularly poignant, focusing on the theme of “Unity in Action,” reminding us that marching is symbolic, but movements are essential.
How Dallas Echoes the Legacy of MLK Jr., How You Can This Weekend
From historic landmarks to vibrant community events, Dallas continues to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s enduring legacy.
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January 19, 2026 at 2:00 PM
For 2026, the city’s celebrations (starting at 10:30 a.m. on Jan. 19) are set to be particularly poignant, focusing on the theme of “Unity in Action,” reminding us that marching is symbolic, but movements are essential.
The restaurant closed a year ago in Garland and is making a come back in downtown, sooner than later.
Chef Kevin Ashade Is Bringing Pangea Back — and This Time, It’s in Dallas
The restaurant closed a year ago in Garland and is making a come back in downtown, sooner than later.
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January 19, 2026 at 12:01 AM
The restaurant closed a year ago in Garland and is making a come back in downtown, sooner than later.
“Most open mics are trying grounds,” Scott says. “You workshop songs, test ideas, get comfortable onstage. This is different. This is a proving ground.”
Weekly Candlelight Performance Series at The Balcony Club Redefines Open Mics
Candlelit Open Mic, hosted by Dallas singer-songwriter Ryan Berg, treats open mic nights like the best shows of the week.
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January 18, 2026 at 11:00 PM
“Most open mics are trying grounds,” Scott says. “You workshop songs, test ideas, get comfortable onstage. This is different. This is a proving ground.”
Not bad for a 185 year old, right?
Big D at 185: Celebrating the Milestones That Built Dallas
From 185 years of Dallas grit to the shimmering legacy of Fountain Place, discover the milestones shaping our city’s past, present and future in 2026.
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January 18, 2026 at 9:45 PM
Not bad for a 185 year old, right?
Monday, Jan. 19 is National Popcorn Day, and the deals are bringing golden, salty treasure to North Texas.
Where to Get Delicious Discounts at the Movies for National Popcorn Day
Good movies are even better with $5 popcorn. Here's how to get the most out of the theater this long weekend.
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January 18, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Monday, Jan. 19 is National Popcorn Day, and the deals are bringing golden, salty treasure to North Texas.
Sushi and burgers together on the same menu sounds like a recipe for disaster.
Sushi Meets Burger: This Menu Needs Therapy but Tastes Pretty Good
$2,360 buys you an omakase for eight. $15 buys you a burger. Both raise questions.
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January 18, 2026 at 7:15 PM
Sushi and burgers together on the same menu sounds like a recipe for disaster.
RIP to one of Houston’s alleged best Tex-Mex restaurants and its presence in North Texas.
Hurtado Says 'Hold My Brisket,' Opens Tex-Mex Spot Where Houston Chain Struck Out
El Tiempo in Choctaw Stadium has shuttered. Brandon Hurtado is on deck ready to take a swing at Tex-Mex.
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January 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM
RIP to one of Houston’s alleged best Tex-Mex restaurants and its presence in North Texas.
The good news: you may not have to work tomorrow. The bad news: you might not have anything to do. We can fix that for you.
🔗 https://www.dallasobserver.com/arts-culture/free-things-to-do-23259557/
🔗 https://www.dallasobserver.com/arts-culture/free-things-to-do-23259557/
January 18, 2026 at 4:45 PM
The good news: you may not have to work tomorrow. The bad news: you might not have anything to do. We can fix that for you.
🔗 https://www.dallasobserver.com/arts-culture/free-things-to-do-23259557/
🔗 https://www.dallasobserver.com/arts-culture/free-things-to-do-23259557/