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Top Stories: ➊ – 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off today with Mexico vs. South Africa in Mexico City (Thursday), ➋ – How former Dallas Cowboys player Jaylon Smith ‘cracked the code' in business (Monday), ➌ – The World Cup Is Here, Here’s How Dallas Is Going to Spend the Next Five Weeks (Thursday), ➍ – Dallas Cowboys start mandatory minicamp with George Pickens expected to attend (Tuesday), ➎ – Dallas Mavericks leadership talks about leaving AAC for Valley View site (Tuesday)

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World Cup features Texas doubleheader with games at Dallas and Houston Stadiums

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 6/17 6:41A JAMES ROBSON, DAVE SKRETTA | The

Texas takes center stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup today. Portugal takes on Congo in Houston at noon, then Croatia plays England in a rematch of the 2018 World Cup semifinals...

Related: FC Dallas' Petar Musa making his World Cup debut vs. England at Dallas Stadium NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat), 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off today with Mexico vs. South Africa in Mexico City NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat), Sweden holding open practice session in Frisco ahead of first World Cup match NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat)

Little Elm's Weston McKennie celebrated by family during World Cup debut

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 6/17 6:25A Laura Harris

Weston McKennie, a 27-year-old midfielder for the U.S. Men s National Team, is a Little Elm native and John McKennie s younger brother. I m a Grand Prairie firefighter,...

Dallas Mavericks leadership talks about leaving AAC for Valley View site

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 6/16 3:31A Charles Nichelson and Candace Sw

The Mavericks are discussing their possible move to Far North Dallas at the end of the decade after 25 years at the American Airlines Center. The plan has sparked debate...

Dallas Cowboys start mandatory minicamp with George Pickens expected to attend

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 6/16 2:16A Charles Nichelson

The Dallas Cowboys return to Frisco for their three-day mandatory minicamp. The team reported star wide receiver George Pickens was in the building Monday for his physical....

How former Dallas Cowboys player Jaylon Smith ‘cracked the code' in business

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 6/15 3:01A Eric Prisbell, Staff Writer | Th

FRISCO — He opened the front door himself — the 30-year-old who has taken a sledgehammer to the trope about NFL players going broke. There’s Jaylon Smith, shuffling about as...

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Soccer Showdown!

Frisco Library 6/15 3:28A FPL_CharlieK

What happens when Adult Services staff step away from the desk and onto the “field”? We challenged our team to a Soccer Showdown : Who can kick a soccer ball the farthest? But...

BOOK REVIEW - MOTHER TONGUE: A MEMOIR OF TAIWAN by Linda Petrucelli

Frisco BubbleLife iReporter 6/14 3:00A KAREN SIDDALL

Mother Tongue A Memoir of Taiwan by Linda Petrucelli Warm, witty, and wonderful! Mother Tongue: A Memoir of Taiw an by Linda Petrucelli is the warm, witty, and wonderful recounting of the authors...

MERSEA – Built For Easy Travel Style

Tanya Foster 6/14 4:00A Tanya Foster

One of my favorite travel brands is MERSEA so when I was invited to celebrate their first store opening in Kansas City, I immediately said YES! They are my go-to for versatile, comfortable, and cute...

Susser Bank Appoints Daniel Voigt As Senior Vice President, Relationship Manager

Frisco BubbleLife iReporter 6/9 3:06A Mary Jane Coker

Susser Bank Strengthens Dallas Commercial Banking Team with Appointment of Daniel Voigt, Senior Vice President, Relationship Manager Susser Bank has appointed Daniel Voigt as Senior Vice President,...

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BOĆE Coasters Review

Texas Wine Lover 6/18 12:30A Jeff Cope

We received the product for review and all opinions are our own. Some links are affiliate links meaning at no additional cost to you, this site may get a small commission if...

Flamant in Plano Deals an Adventurous Menu with a Wild Brunch Option

Crave DFW 6/17 10:07A Steven Doyle

Tanner Agar describes Flamant as the restaurant where you can have a European vacation without leaving Plano. That sounds like marketing copy until you sit down at a table on the waterfront patio at...

Taco Bell Takes Fajita Obsession Beyond the Sizzle With New Fajita Street Chalupas and Chicken...

Restaurant News 6/17 6:27A RestaurantNews.com

Beginning June 18, Taco Bell introduces Fajita Street Chalupas and Chicken Fajita Nacho Fries nationwide for a limited time, bringing fajita flavor to fans the Taco Bell way:...

Walla Walla, Washington: The Wine Country Trip You Haven’t Taken Yet

Crave DFW 6/17 6:07A Steven Doyle

Most wine regions announce themselves. Walla Walla doesn t bother. Set in the southeastern corner of Washington State, four hours from Seattle, surrounded by wheat fields and framed by the Blue...

2026 Decanter World Wine Awards – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 6/17 2:02A Jeff Cope

The results of this year’s Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) were released, revealing a global wine landscape that is more diverse, competitive and exciting than ever...

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FATHER’S DAY GIFT IDEAS

The Middle Page 6/13 3:00A Cathy Williamson

FATHER S DAY GIFT IDEAS Hi, everyone! I hope you have had a good week! Mine has been a whirlwind! I had my daughter, her husband, and the two little girls in this week for a few days, hosted a baby...

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UT Arlington uses FIFA World Cup travel to study air quality

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/16 9:00A Lauren Rangel

Researchers at the University of Texas at Arlington saw FIFA World Cup travel as a unique opportunity to study air quality.

George Pickens joins Cowboys for minicamp after receiver skipped voluntary offseason workouts

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/16 8:29A Associated Press

Pickens' presence was expected once he signed the $27.3 million franchise tag and became subject to fines for missing minicamp.

Big 12 sues Texas Tech, Texas AG over Brendan Sorsby and its ability to sanction

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/15 8:30A Katharine Finnerty, Associated P

Last week, the Big 12 received a notice from Paxton’s office saying that it could face legal action if it pursued sanctions against Texas Tech.

Wyatt Langford homers on 1st pitch and Rangers beat Red Sox 6-4 in front of Scotland's Tartan Army

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/15 3:38A Associated Press

There was a lively atmosphere at the ballpark, with the Tartan Army on hand for what the Red Sox billed as “Scottish Heritage Celebration Night.”

Japan fans use blue bags to uphold a cleansing World Cup tradition after draw

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/15 3:33A Associated Press

The Samurai Blue fans cleaned up before they left the stadium Sunday, picking up trash from the stands after Japan's 2-2 draw against the Netherlands.

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Charter school CEO sees healthcare aspirations rise amid Baylor Scott & White partnership

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 6/8 1:59A Plamedie Ifasso

The institute served roughly 300 students this past school year and will add roughly 120 new students. Fort Worth expansion is in early planning.

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Ramen Noodle Salad

Love and Lemons 6/18 3:35A Jeanine Donofrio

Who else grew up eating ramen noodle salad at potlucks and cookouts? This recipe is my updated take on the nostalgic summer side dish. It stars crisp veggies, juicy orange...

USDA Staffing Crisis: Losses Reduce Local Presence in Communities Nationwide

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 6/16 6:28A Rebecca Schewe

USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Beginning Farmer Regional Coordinator Rodney Brooks speaks with Jon Jackson, executive director of Comfort Farms, who raises Royal Jabali a unique bread to Georgia on...

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

Love and Lemons 6/16 3:46A Jeanine Donofrio

I make these grilled portobello mushrooms on repeat all summer. They re such an easy side dish—meaty, savory, and ready in just 15 minutes on the grill. Their edges are...

Alberta, Get Ready! Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Arrives in Style at West Edmonton Mall June 26

Restaurant News 6/12 7:04A RestaurantNews.com

Canada s fastest-growing barbecue concept enters West Edmonton Mall for the first time with grand opening celebration featuring giveaways, discounts and award-winning barbecue...

la Madeleine Welcomes Summer with Fresh Salads, Croissant Croutons and Strawberry Sweets

Restaurant News 6/11 10:26A RestaurantNews.com

Protein Bowl Seasonal collection features balsamic-marinated chicken, fresh strawberries and new French-inspired favorites Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) la Madeleine is...