Tax-Free Weekend Brings Thousands To Shopping Malls Across North Texas

It's a chance for shoppers to get deals on back to school supplies or even treat themselves without paying that roughly 8% extra.

Thousands Come Out For 37th Annual Parker County Peach Festival Despite The Heat

Today marked one of the hottest days of the year, but it didn't stop anyone's fun.

July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks Near Dallas

See Patch’s guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Dallas.

Drought Conditions, Firework Bans Affect Firework Stand Operators

"Basically 100% of this county right now is in a drought condition," said Parker County Judge Pat Deen.

'Grandmother Of Juneteenth' Opal Lee Continues Her Walk For Freedom

The official holiday is June 19 and marks the end of slavery in the United States.

Juneteenth Celebrations Kick Off In North Texas

Two and a half years after President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation ended slavery in the U.S., the news made it to Texas.

'Protect Your Freedom,' WWII Veteran Charles Shay Reminds To 'Stay Vigilant' On D-Day

Crowds gathered to watch the sunrise over Omaha beach in Normandy this morning for the 78th anniversary of D-Day.

Annual Dallas St. Patrick's Day Parade Returns After 2-Year Absence

“It brings the community together. It's just a great [celebration] for the city of Dallas,” Eva Lopez said.

Celebrating Women's History Month: Meet Dr. Elba Garcia

Dr. Elba Garcia is the representative for half a million Dallas county residents as the elected commissioner for the county's west side.

Cowtown Marathoners Brave The Cold To Run Annual Race

15,000 people are expected to participate tomorrow, which should be sunnier and warmer.

Super Bowl Spread Costing Quite A Bit More This Year

Overall, it's costing fans about 8% to 14% more for their Super Bowl spread this year.

MLK Day Parade And Program By Grand Prairie NAACP

Today is the day we pause to remember his life.

Garland Partners With NAACP To Host 33rd Annual MLK Jr. Day Parade

Cars stretched for miles. It kicked off on Dairy Road at Garden Dr. and ended at the Granville Arts Center.

Mental Health Experts Offer Advice On Beating The Post-Holiday Blues

The holidays are almost over, and it's not uncommon to experience the post-holiday blues.

North Texas Photographer Shoots Free Portrait For Family Possibly Celebrating Final Christmas All Together

Memories that on Wednesday, Dec. 15, came in the form of a professional holiday photo shoot complete with Santa.

Local Toy Drive Hopes To Benefit Kids In Need

He's been donating toys every year since. This year, he is holding a toy drive to benefit refugees.

Dallas Nonprofit Giving Holiday Cheer To People With Disabilities

This year, the Lauro family has decided this is for them and they're going with a new approach.

Fun Gets Underway Before Saturday's BMW Dallas Marathon

This is the 50th anniversary for the largest marathon in Dallas and the state. It highlights some of the city's most dynamic neighborhoo ...

Discover DFW: Grapevine, The Christmas Capital Of Texas

Discover DFW looks at the hard work Grapevine puts into making a very merry Christmas

VIDEO: Menorah Lighting At The Dallas Galleria Kicks Off Festival Of Lights

Among those speaking was Mark Zilbermann with the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum.

Happy Black Friday! Experts Predict 159 Million People Ready To Shop This Weekend

Beginning early Friday morning, folks lined up at the Best Buy in Hurst for two things, Sony Playstations and the black Friday experience.

Tyler's Greenberg Smoked Turkeys Up And Running Following Last Year's Processing Plant Fire

Greenberg Smoked Turkeys are available again this holiday season after a devastating fire in November 2020.

Discover DFW: Celina Crowned Halloween Capital

The NW town of Celina was crowned this year the Halloween Capital of North Texas. Madison found out why.

National Juneteenth Museum Coming To Fort Worth

The National Juneteenth Museum is also expected to host seminars and lectures, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Dallas' Scottish Rite For Children Celebrates 100 Years Of ‘Giving Children Back Their Childhood'

“The one thing we’ve always told the twins is just because you were born different, doesn’t stop you from doing something."

Discover DFW: Autumn At The Arboretum

Each year thousands of pumpkins, squash and gourds of all shapes fill the Dallas Arboretum for their 'Autumn at the Arboretum' celebration.

Gory Halloween Decorations Bring Visitors & Police To North Texas Home

North Texas man's gory Halloween decorations bring some visitors joy and others, not so much.

The State Fair Of Texas Comes To An End Sunday!

The State Fair of Texas will wrap up another successful year Sunday!

Day 2 Of The State Fair Of Texas Brings Visitors Fun, Football & Fried Food

“We stick around, try new rides and new food,” Attendee Donielle Lee said. “The kids love it!”

State Fair Will Require Masks Indoors

The initiative one of several designed to keep fairgoers safe.

State Fair Vendors Facing Tight Labor Market

“For us, it's 24 days! We only have 24 days! Who's going to work for somebody for just 24 days, right? It's a temporary gig.”

North Texas Parents Plan Homecoming Dance After School District Cancels Due To COVID-19

Parents determined to give their kids a normal school year are organizing a homecoming dance on their own after school cancels due to Covid.

Pumpkin Availability Near Dallas For 2021

Texas is in the top 10 for most pumpkin patch acres in the country.

See September's List Of Hispanic Heritage Month Events Around DFW

September is Hispanic Heritage Month, and there's a wide variety of ways to celebrate the Latinos in your world, community or home.

Labor Day Weekend Activities In Full Swing Despite Delta Variant Surge

“You really just can’t stop living life,” said Chanel Hayes, who was out with her family in downtown Dallas on Sunday evening.

Biggest Dallas Area Pumpkin Farms

There are several pumpkin patches in the Dallas area. Here are some of the most popular ones.

2021 Fall Foliage Peak Predictions In Dallas Area

The 2021 Fall Foliage Prediction Map is out so you can plan trips to see autumn in all its splendor in Texas and other U.S. states.

State Fair Of Texas To Determine Next Week If COVID-19 Surge Will Lead To Any Restrictions

As of Thursday, August 19, only 36 days remain until Fair Park will come alive for the 135th State Fair of Texas.

Want To Cool Off? Consider What's Heading To Dallas For Christmas

As temperatures hover near the century mark, it's fun to put on your favorite yuletide jams and daydream about the cooler holidays to come.

Thousands Celebrate Return Of Parker County Peach Festival

Many were disappointed after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the event to cancel, but, this year, those in attendance were ready to celebrate.