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Top Stories: ➊ – National Teacher Appreciation Day is May 6: Here are deals for educators in North Texas (Tuesday), ➋ – Lewisville ISD to cut nearly 500 school bus drivers, says there are plans to hire internally (Thursday), ➌ – North Texas cities split over bill that will change how DART transit agency is funded (Sunday), ➍ – Two bodies recovered from Joe Pool Lake after reported drownings, Grand Prairie FD says (Sunday), ➎ – UPDATE: Bodies of two men recovered from Joe Pool Lake after drowning incident (Sunday)

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Fort Worth family has next level love for hockey and Dallas Stars

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 5/13 11:16A Noelle Walker

The Ayala family of Fort Worth will be watching the Dallas Stars playoffs rinkside, from the comfort of their own home. If the Ayala s Fort Worth home were ever to go up for...

Live Updates: Cassie testifies in Sean "Diddy" Combs trial, says "control was everything"

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 5/13 10:40A Alice Gainer

Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura is on the stand today in his federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial in NYC.

Measles cases in two Dallas-Fort Worth counties linked to West Texas outbreak, state says

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 5/13 10:38A Doug Myers

Measles cases linked to a West Texas outbreak have now been confirmed in two North Texas counties, marking the virus's continued spread across the state. State health officials said cases have been...

Related: 3 measles cases confirmed in North Texas, US tops 1k cases as outbreak spreads to 11 states NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat)

Several Lewisville businesses closed due to a large gas leak, police say

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 5/13 9:49A Nathalie Marie Palacios

A large gas leak in Lewisville has forced several businesses to close Tuesday afternoon, Lewisville police said. The Lewisville Police and Fire Departments arrived at the Lakepointe Crossing near 2428...

SMU president reflects on 30 year legacy

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 5/13 9:41A Katy Blakey

When the SMU Class of 2025 graduates this month, they’ll also be celebrating the longest-serving president in school history. NBC 5’s Katy Blakey sat down with Dr. R. Gerald...

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French Riviera Style Guide: Breezy Summer Looks

Tanya Foster 5/13 1:00A Tanya Foster

Bonjour! If you're anything like me, you're already daydreaming about your next getaway ... preferably somewhere with charming seaside views, al fresco dining, and a refreshing Aperol Spritz in hand....

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Lewisville ISD to cut nearly 500 school bus drivers, says there are plans to hire internally

CBS DFW Education 5/8 1:21A Lacey Beasley

In an effort to cut back on costs , Lewisville ISD has plans to lay off 460 bus drivers by summer break. The school district said it won't be renewing the current contract...

National Teacher Appreciation Day is May 6: Here are deals for educators in North Texas

CBS DFW Education 5/6 1:34A Lacey Beasley

Tuesday, May 6 is Teacher Appreciation Day and schools across North Texas are using the week to celebrate educators any way they can. It's part of Teacher Appreciation Week,...

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Try Via Triozzi on Greenville for a Touch of Sicily

Crave DFW 5/6 7:26A Steven Doyle

Via Triozzi at 1806 Greenville Avenue has quickly emerged as one of Dallas’s standout Italian restaurants. Opened in 2023 by Leigh Hutchinson, the restaurant offers a deeply personal take on Italian...

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SAVINGS GALORE!!!!????‍♀️

The Sister Studio 5/9 5:34A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy FRIDAY my friends! We made it!! I m sitting here drinking my coffee and just finished loading up my cart because there are some insane deals happening today!! I have an Aerie code (JEN35)...

WHY BLACK IS ALWAYS IN STYLE—EVEN IN THE SPRING AND SUMMER

The Middle Page 5/5 3:41A Cathy Williamson

WHY BLACK IS ALWAYS IN STYLE—EVEN IN THE SPRING AND SUMMER Hello, ladies! I hope you have had a great week! I have to admit that I am super tired! I think life has caught up, and I am exhausted and...

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Rick Welts was there in 1985 when the lottery was born. And he was there for a Dallas win Monday

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/13 3:07A Associated Press

And it seems he’s spent much of the four decades since debunking the rumors that the 1985 lottery was rigged.

Langford homer ends no-hit bid and gives Rangers 2-1 win over Colorado after Rockies fired manager

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/13 3:01A Associated Press

Texas starter Tyler Mahle struck out five and walked one in his 6 1/3 innings.

Dallas Stars keep responding in NHL playoffs, now top-seeded Jets have to in Game 4 to get even

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/13 2:30A Associated Press

The Stars go into Game 4 at home with a chance for a 3-1 series lead against the top-seeded Winnipeg Jets.

Patrick Mahomes inducted into Texas High School Football Hall of Fame

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/12 10:55A Katharine Finnerty

Mahomes was inducted into the Texas High School Football Hall of Fame as a part of its 2025 class.

Eagles get rival Cowboys for NFL regular-season opener on Sept. 4

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/12 6:08A Associated Press

It's the first in a series of announcements of notable games coming this week ahead of the full schedule release on Wednesday night.

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Vaccine teams in Mexico scramble over measles outbreak rippling out from Mennonite community

Spectrum Local News Health 5/9 3:42A Associated Press

Officials cite tens of thousands of new vaccinations, but infections have ballooned and spread past the community to Indigenous and other populations.

Measles jumps borders in North America with outbreaks in Canada, Mexico and U.S.

Spectrum Local News Health 5/1 2:29A Associated Press

North America’s three biggest measles outbreaks continue to balloon, with more than 2,500 known cases.

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Release: Budget Bill Steamrolls Farm Bill Future, Slashing Billions

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 5/13 6:00A Laura Zaks

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Tel. 347.563.6408 Release: Budget Bill Steamrolls Farm...

How To Brown Butter

Love and Lemons 5/13 3:29A Jeanine Donofrio

Learn how to brown butter! I m always a fan of simplicity when it comes to baking. But for the right recipe, even I will admit that pulling out an extra pan and taking a few...

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Mesquite Celebrates 30 Years of Serving Up Texas Tradition

Restaurant News 5/13 1:48A RestaurantNews.com

Line up before 11 AM on May 15 for your chance to win Barbecue for a Year Mesquite, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) The smoke’s been rollin’ for 30 years at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit...

Huckleberry’s Breakfast & Lunch Heads to the Pacific Northwest with Multi-Unit Deal in Portland,...

Restaurant News 5/12 11:37P RestaurantNews.com

Portland, OR ( RestaurantNews.com ) Huckleberry’s Breakfast & Lunch ® is ready to bring some bayou magic and heartfelt hospitality to the Pacific Northwest. The brand, known...

Blackened Shrimp Bowls

Joyful Healthy Eats 5/11 11:00P Krista

These blackened shrimp bowls are packed with bold spices, a red pepper corn relish, and plenty of fresh ingredients and protein for a delicious meal with BIG flavor! Normally blackened isn t what you...