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Screen Time with Texas Monthly's taco editor
José Ralat has transformed the way the world sees tacos. In his book, "American Taco," and as Texas Monthly's first taco editor, Ralat has chronicled the history of Mexican food better than just about anyone. Why it matters: Last year he won a James Beard award in the Columns and Newsletter category, and he was nominated again as a finalist in the same category this year.How this works: Our Screen Time feature explores how some of the most interesting people in North Texas interact with technology.Here’s how the taco editor clicks...📱 Device of choice: iPhone (I’m an Apple acolyte).👇 First...
McKinney bond proposal would add third passenger airport to region
McKinney voters will decide whether to approve a $200 million bond package for the design and construction of a 144,000-square-foot passenger terminal at the city's airport.Why it matters: Collin County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the country, and an estimated 1.1 million passengers from the area would be closer to McKinney National Airport than either DFW Airport or Dallas Love Field.State of play: McKinney built the airport in 1979 and approved a master plan in 2012 that included the goal of creating a commercial terminal.The airport currently serves corporate fleets, including Texas Instruments and Toyota, and privately owned...
McKinney bond proposal would add third passenger airport to region
McKinney voters will decide whether to approve a $200 million bond package for the design and construction of a 144,000-square-foot passenger terminal at the city's airport.Why it matters: Collin County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the country, and an estimated 1.1 million passengers from the area would be closer to McKinney National Airport than either DFW Airport or Dallas Love Field.State of play: McKinney built the airport in 1979 and approved a master plan in 2012 that included the goal of creating a commercial terminal.The airport currently serves corporate fleets, including Texas Instruments and Toyota, and privately owned...
Southwest Airlines reports Q1 losses while American reports profit
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines' winter scheduling meltdown cost the carrier $380 million in the first quarter of 2023, adding to the $800 million loss it reported for the fourth quarter of last year.Driving the news: Southwest reported a net loss of $159 million in the first quarter during an earnings call Thursday.Meanwhile: Fort Worth-based American Airlines reported a first-quarter profit for the first time in four years, with net income of $10 million.Why it matters: The airline industry is expecting a busy summer. While American appears to be rebounding from reduced travel during the pandemic, Southwest has continued to struggle with...
Southwest Airlines reports Q1 losses while American reports profit
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines' winter scheduling meltdown cost the carrier $380 million in the first quarter of 2023, adding to the $800 million loss it reported for the fourth quarter of last year.Driving the news: Southwest reported a net loss of $159 million in the first quarter during an earnings call Thursday.Meanwhile: Fort Worth-based American Airlines reported a first-quarter profit for the first time in four years, with net income of $10 million.Why it matters: The airline industry is expecting a busy summer. While American appears to be rebounding from reduced travel during the pandemic, Southwest has continued to struggle with...
HBO's 'Love and Death' depicts famous Wylie slaying
HBO has a new series based on the 1980 ax killing of Betty Gore in Wylie.Driving the news: The first episode of "Love and Death," starring Elizabeth Olsen and Texas native Jesse Plemons, premieres Thursday.The big picture: The show is based on this 1984 Texas Monthly story chronicling Candy Montgomery's affair with Allan Gore, Montgomery killing Gore's wife with an ax, and the subsequent trial — in which Montgomery was acquitted after the jury determined she acted in self-defense.Details: "Love and Death" was mostly filmed in and around Austin, likely because Wylie has changed so much in the last 40 years.Betty Gore's daughter is played by 10-year-old Harper Heath of Rockwall, who isn't allowed to watch most of the series.Yes, but: This is the second prestige-television take on the crime. Last May, Hulu released "Candy," starring Jessica Biel and Melanie Lynskey. Reviews were middling despite the incredible cast, which also included Timothy Simons of "Veep" and Pablo Schreiber.The intrigue: Even with the attention brought on by two huge productions, little is known about where Candy Montgomery is today.
North Texas lawmakers struggle to regulate short-term rentals
Several North Texas cities, including Dallas, are still debating how to regulate short-term rentals. What's happening: Dallas City Council has yet to vote on a proposed ordinance that would restrict short-term rentals to mixed zoning areas after more than three years of discussion. The council was briefed on the ordinance this month, and last week four council members asked the city manager to put the matter on Wednesday's agenda for a vote. Yes, but: It's not on the calendar. Driving the news: A bill pending in the Texas Legislature would limit the ability of cities and municipalities to regulate short-term...
International travel demand is high at DFW heading into summer
Fort Worth-based American Airlines will have up to 19 daily long-haul international departures from DFW Airport during the summer. Why it matters: Travel demand — especially international — is predicted to be high this summer, matching pre-pandemic levels. State of play: Airfares rose nearly 18% in March compared with March 2022, per the latest Consumer Price Index figures. But inflated ticket prices don't appear to be a deterrent. Flight searches are up 25% overall for June through August compared to the same time last year, per Expedia.What's happening: Over the summer, American will offer 12 daily flights from DFW to...
Arlington's big decisions this election
Arlington voters will decide whether to keep the current mayor and whether to approve a $287 million bond package to improve streets, recreation spaces and city facilities. Why it matters: The city is transitioning from a pass-through suburb between Dallas and Fort Worth to the sports and entertainment hub of North Texas. Driving the news: Early voting in municipal and school board elections began yesterday and runs through May 2. Election Day is May 6. What's happening: Mayor Jim Ross is running for a second term. Real estate broker Amy Cearnal opted to run after seeing Ross was running uncontested....
Notable races and measures up for a vote in North Texas
May elections can be contentious when there's a mayoral race — but not this year. The intrigue: Running unopposed, the mayors of Dallas and Irving are on the cusp of re-election. Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker is also likely to win her race against several challengers.Yes, but: May elections tend to have low voter turnout, allowing a small percentage of voters to decide for the majority.And during calmer election cycles, it's easy to overlook important issues on the ballot.Here are some local races and plans up for a vote in North Texas:Voters across the region will help choose their city council and school board members.Many school districts, including Coppell, Carrollton-Farmers Branch, Garland and Denton ISDs, are hoping to upgrade their facilities through bond measures.Denton voters will help decide whether Council member Jesse Davis should be recalled.Frisco voters will weigh in on several bond measures for street improvements, public safety and recreation facilities, and a new downtown parking garage..McKinney voters will decide on a $200 million bond proposal to add a commercial terminal to McKinney National Airport.Richardson voters will weigh in on the city's plans to replace its city hall, which was damaged in a fire last year.
Native plants for North Texas gardens
Want flowers in your yard without worrying about when it's going to rain? Selecting native Texas plants means less watering, fertilizing and pest control.Plus, they have a higher chance of survival in extreme temperatures.Why it matters: Multiple plants in a backyard or one on an apartment overlook can make a difference for pollinators.Details: With summer heat on the way, consider what's possible to plant right now. If you're not ready to plant just yet, hold off until the fall.It's too late for spring annuals, but you can still plant perennials, which come back every year, while annuals complete their life...
Mexico's allure for medical tourism
In response to the rising costs of health care in the U.S., Americans are increasingly heading to Mexico for dental work, prescription pickups and other medical needs.The visits are popular among Texans who are willing to drive to Mexico for deep discounts on their medical procedures.The big picture: Patients Beyond Borders, a North Carolina firm that offers resources on international medical travel, estimates that more than 1 million Americans travel to Mexico for elective treatment every year.About 65% to 70% of those visits are for dental care, Patients Beyond Borders says. The next two most common categories are cosmetic treatments,...
The effort to expand Texas' medical marijuana program
A bill approved by the Texas House this month would expand the list of conditions that qualify for the state's medical marijuana program.The latest: House Bill 1805, sponsored by Public Health Committee Chair Stephanie Klick, a Republican from Fort Worth, passed the House 127-19 and now heads to the Senate. What's happening: The bipartisan legislation would expand the state's 2015 Compassionate Use law, which allows physicians to prescribe low-THC cannabis to treat symptoms of epilepsy, cancer and post-traumatic stress disorder, among other conditions.The new bill would allow doctors to prescribe up to 10 milligrams of cannabis for chronic pain cases...
The effort to expand Texas' medical marijuana program
A bill approved by the Texas House this month would expand the list of conditions that qualify for the state's medical marijuana program.The latest: House Bill 1805, sponsored by Public Health Committee Chair Stephanie Klick, a Republican from Fort Worth, passed the House 127-19 and now heads to the Senate. What's happening: The bipartisan legislation would expand the state's 2015 Compassionate Use law, which allows physicians to prescribe low-THC cannabis to treat symptoms of epilepsy, cancer and post-traumatic stress disorder, among other conditions.The new bill would allow doctors to prescribe up to 10 milligrams of cannabis for chronic pain cases...
A Texas House bill could reduce penalties for marijuana possession
The Texas House is considering a bill that would reduce the penalty for possession of cannabis and cannabis concentrates.Why it matters: More than 21,000 people were arrested for possession of marijuana in Texas in 2021, the last year for which statistics are available, according to NORML, a national nonprofit that advocates for the reform of cannabis laws. Those arrests cost the state hundreds of millions of dollars, according to Rep. Joe Moody, a Democrat from El Paso, who authored House Bill 218. Details: Under current law, possession of up to 2 ounces is a Class B misdemeanor, and possession of...
A Texas House bill could reduce penalties for marijuana possession
The Texas House is considering a bill that would reduce the penalty for possession of cannabis and cannabis concentrates.Why it matters: More than 21,000 people were arrested for possession of marijuana in Texas in 2021, the last year for which statistics are available, according to NORML, a national nonprofit that advocates for the reform of cannabis laws. Those arrests cost the state hundreds of millions of dollars, according to Rep. Joe Moody, a Democrat from El Paso, who authored House Bill 218. Details: Under current law, possession of up to 2 ounces is a Class B misdemeanor, and possession of...
Settlement reached in sexual harassment case against Collin County DA
Six employees who accused the Collin County district attorney of sexual harassment and other top officials of covering it up will split $1.75 million as part of a settlement with the county.The big picture: The plaintiffs in the case were the DA's chief investigator, a deputy chief investigator, a former misdemeanor prosecutor, a prosecutor and two plaintiffs identified as Jane Doe.Catch up fast: Filed in October, the 75-page federal lawsuit alleging discrimination and retaliation accused District Attorney Greg Willis of propositioning his female colleagues during work trips and closed-door meetings, making sexual comments and inappropriately touching employees.The lawsuit also accused...
Wealthier districts in Texas are still red
Data: Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-Ohio) office and Ballotpedia; Note: Districts where there was no opponent in the 2022 midterm election are not included; Chart: Alice Feng/AxiosTexas' wealthiest congressional districts are still largely represented by Republicans, bucking a national trend.The big picture: Nine of the 10 richest districts nationwide are held by Democrats, while Republicans now represent most of the poorer half of the country, according to median income data provided to Axios by the office of Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-Ohio).Why it matters: The last several decades have ushered in a dramatic political realignment as the GOP has broadened its appeal...
North Texas schools adding opioid overdose treatments
Several North Texas school districts are planning to add Narcan, an opioid overdose treatment, to campuses.Driving the news: Gov. Greg Abbott this month announced a $10 million statewide awareness campaign in an effort to reduce fentanyl poisonings. The state is also distributing 20,000 doses of Narcan to sheriff's offices in all 254 Texas counties.The big picture: Deaths from fentanyl — an opioid prescribed for severe pain management — are increasing in Texas, prompting Sen. John Cornyn to call for a "war on fentanyl."The average number of opioid-related deaths in Texas increased from 114 per month in 2019 to 209 per...
An incredibly casual fan's guide to the Dallas Stars playoff run
The Stars are back in the playoffs after finishing the regular season second in the Central Division.If you haven't been paying super-close attention to the team, fear not. We've got you covered.Driving the news: The Stars kicked off the 2023 playoffs with a 3-2 loss in double overtime to the Minnesota Wild last night. It was agonizing.The big puckture: The fate of the team will likely rise and fall with the success of two players — all-world left winger Jason Robertson and goalie Jake Oettinger.Robertson, Dallas' only All-Star, has had an amazing year. His 46 goals and 63 assists made...
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