The Dallas Morning News

Our food team settles a spirited debate over the best queso, checks in on John Tesar’s latest venture and gets Imelda García’s take on the closure of a beloved Oak Cliff restaurant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s debrief, weather for this weekend in D-FW, traffic to avoid near downtown Dallas, a Dallas hospital reported the most retained object errors and where to cast your ballot during early voting in North Texas through Oct. 30, and on Election Day Nov. 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

oday’s morning debrief covers a sunny North Texas forecast, D-F-W Airport’s Terminal A expansion, a court order in Atmos Energy litigation over an Oak Cliff gas explosion and a rezoning proposal in Joppa that could limit future industrial development. Plus, concerns about the Cowboys ahead of Sunday’s game. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and Calvin Watkins discuss the Cowboys' two-game losing streak and what it'll take to pull them out of the muck. Kevin notes that five of their next six opponents have losing records, including the Eagles, who will be without Jalen Hurts in Monday's game. Caution: Calvin's take is not for the faint of heart. The guys also parse the Mavs' playoff potential and the future of Kyrie Irving. Can Arch Manning rebound and put Texas back on track? Kevin and Evan talk about the Longhorns' CFP chances as well as Sebastian Walcott, the...

Today’s morning debrief covers a sunny North Texas forecast, Dallas ISD reviews hundreds of library books, the Perot Museum plans a major outdoor expansion and Henderson Avenue lands new retail tenants. Plus, a Dallas Morning News series looks at extreme surgical errors and why they keep happening. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: ⁠audience@dallasnews.com⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s morning debrief covers warming North Texas weather, Fort Worth police investigate after a dead infant was found near a dumpster, the State Fair of Texas closes its anniversary season with more than 2 million visitors, and a new Dallas Loop bridge opens near Victory Park. Plus, The Dallas Morning News Editorial Board talks to U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about yo...

Today’s morning debrief covers windy North Texas weather, a college football poll shakeup hits Texas teams, Dallas protesters urge voters to act as early voting begins, and Dallas Stars fans weigh in on a possible move to Plano. Plus, all the information you need before cast your ballot in the midterm elections.  This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is fine dining getting too expensive? The Dallas Morning News food team shares tips for enjoying Michelin-starred meals on a budget and a first look at a stylish new steakhouse — complete with an indoor pool? Plus, a favorite burger spot has closed, but we have plenty of delicious alternatives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s morning debrief covers windy North Texas weather, Troy Aikman prepares for free agency after this football season, Dallas fine-dining restaurant Punk Noir closes after a short run, and a Tarrant County family wins a $21.6 million judgment over construction defects. Plus, how to find big bites on a small budget on the last weekend of The State Fair of Texas.  This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about you...

Today’s morning debrief covers North Texas weather, Social Security recipients are getting a 2027 cost-of-living increase, a Dallas museum is broadening the story of the American West, and federal regulators add civil fraud allegations to the collapse of Tricolor. Plus, what should the Cowboys have looked into before the season kicked off? . This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and Joe Hoyt discuss the further decline of the Cowboys' defense and what it says that they're bringing in an old pal to help out Christian Parker. Evan says they should have done it sooner. Kevin says no team with Super Bowl intentions needs a defensive coordinator to grow into the job. Joe says not to expect any big improvements anytime soon. Kevin and Evan look back at Texas-OU as well as Mike Elko's outburst after another loss by Texas A&M, then give their takes on the SEC, Big 12 and ACC races...

Today’s Debrief covers North Texas weather, election preparations, an investigation, a new Tex-Mex restaurant for Knox Street, a high school musical cancellation and the latest on the Texas governor’s race. Plus, why hundreds of people got loud at a Dallas park this past weekend. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: ⁠audience@dallasnews.com⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s morning debrief covers North Texas weather, election preparations,Texas Republicans navigate the 2026 midterms with President Donald Trump closely involved, the NFC East’s struggles keep the Cowboys in the race and a Dallas Fed analysis finds artificial intelligence is slowing some hiring. Plus, the Fort Worth Zoo got a new addition to their feline residents. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad c...

Intersections podcast: This week’s podcast guest is Bob Rowling, chairman and CEO of TRT Holdings, a private investment company. Rowling discusses his transition from the oil and gas business to the hotel industry through the Omni Hotel, the expansion of his projects in a competitive hospitality sector and his journey with his faith.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s morning debrief covers North Texas weather, election preparations, how artificial intelligence data centers are putting new pressure on Texas’ power supply, a Dallas family center marks ten years of helping Bachman Lake families, and Senate contenders James Talarico and Ken Paxton find common ground in the Cowboys. Plus, a Dallas man who fathered multiple children and then went to extremes to deny his paternity. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. <...

The Michelin Guide is handing out stars in Texas this week, and The Dallas Morning News food team has thoughts. Plus, our picks for North Texas fall festivals and a tribute to local food legends we’ve recently lost. Catch up on all things food at ⁠dallasnews.com/food⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s morning debrief covers North Texas weather, election preparations, Michelin-starred dining, a fatal plane crash investigation and American Airlines' plans to install high-speed Starlink internet on its fleet. Plus, a list of our writers’ fall food festivals.  This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s morning debrief covers local D-FW weather, student petitions regarding Fort Worth ISD, the release of Amber Guyger and a tragic fatal plane crash. Plus, the Cotton Bowl is getting ready to host the biggest Dallas sporting event this weekend: Texas and Oklahoma.  This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s DMN Morning Debrief, students are initiating alternatives regarding AI and screen time, a political terror threat investigation, and. Plus, the centennial celebration of civil rights leader Opal Lee.. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and Joe Hoyt discuss the Cowboys' 34-30 come-from-behind win over Houston. Joe tells us that, until further notice, the Cowboys will have to score 30 points a game to win. The good news is, they can do that, especially in a weak NFC East. Bad news: The defense isn't close to league average, and might never rise to that level this year. The guys cite the passings of Dennis Franchione, former head coach at both TCU and Texas A&M, and Jim Ray Smith, a world-class lineman at Baylor and in the NFL who...