Austin-born Social House to open with an all-too familiar line-up and vibe
Caviar? In Uptown? Groundbreaking. An evening that "evolves throughout the evening" with hot-rock-cooked steak and a DJ? Of course.
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It came upon us (blue) wave on (blue) wave: sights and sounds from Election Day in Dallas
The Observer was in Dallas, Denton and Tarrant Counties on Tuesday, taking it all in for you, our readers and social media followers.
Ranking every Post Malone album
We are not sorry for what we've said and how we've ranked the following albums.
A ‘bluenami’ sweeps through Texas in a series of stunning victories on election night
Hinojosa, Talarico, Rosenthal, Goodwin, Johnson and Eckhardt deliver historic, convincing wins against the Texas GOP establishment.
Blue-curious: Alisa Simmons claims victory in Tarrant County; Allred, Haynes win in Dallas
Among the early results, Tim O'Hare called to concede in Fort Worth, while a former congressman is now a congressman-elect and Jasmine Crockett's replacement is picked.
Review: Dinosaur Jr. at Granada Theater
Dinosaur Jr. brought fuzz, feedback and a farewell feeling to Granada Theater on Monday night.
Texas country music will be in full frame for the 2026 Lone Star Film Festival
A special double-feature screening will spotlight Texas country music’s past and present on the closing night of the annual festival in Fort Worth.
Dallas County among those targeted in massive federal election monitoring effort
It is currently unclear which specific polling locations in Dallas will be monitored.
‘It’s put up or shut up time’: Deep Ellum bar owners on violence and fed’s promises
After three shootings on Halloween night, DPD and feds promise extra patrols, tougher charges, and push parking lot owners on loitering.
‘Chaos’ in the air: 5 ways voting could be disrupted on Election Day
The Trump administration has initiated a string of unprecedented actions to assert more federal control over elections.
South Dallas turned the Forest Theater’s grand return ceremony into a family reunion
Erykah Badu, Big Tuck and more turned up to see a Dallas landmark come to life again on Sunday night.
What to know about the Yella Beezy alleged murder-for-hire trial as it enters second week
The trial is expect to last two to three weeks, and the Dallas rapper could face a life sentence if convicted.
Photos: 2026 Dia de los Muertos Parade in Downtown Dallas
The seventh annual Dia de Los Muertos celebration in downtown brought out our city's vibrancy with Catrinas, low riders and tributes to loved ones.
DPD, federal agencies announce ‘Operation Deep Cover’ following deadly Deep Ellum shootings
One man was arrested for unlawful possession of a firearm, but no murder suspects were named on Monday afternoon.
Review: Erykah Badu, H.E.R and more at Toyota Music Factory
Spotify's RNB X festival debuted in Irving on Sunday, bringing R&B mainstays and up-and-comers to the same stage for an enthusiastic crowd.
Wherever we’re needed, we’re there: Support local journalism today
From breaking news to election night coverage, our seven-person newsroom provides boots-on-the-ground journalism. Help sustain our work.
Six Dallas restaurants that closed in October
Were you able to try the grilled leeks at Pillar before it closed? No? A travesty. Plus, the Zodiac room is officially done.
Tracker: How long will I have to wait to vote in Dallas County?
Dallas County voters can cast ballots at hundreds of vote centers on Nov. 3. Here's how to find a polling place near you and check for potential wait times.
All 4 Victims of Deep Ellum Halloween shootings identified
Police are still searching for suspects into the series of deadly shootings after arresting one man who aimed his gun at a crowd in Deep Ellum the same night.
One brunch, one event: Your weekend culinary guide to Dallas, Oct. 31 & Nov. 1
This weekend hit Jaquval Pub for a breakfast fit for a king. Then take an ofrenda tour through Oak Cliff.
North Texas musicians remember celebrated Dallas drummer Guyton Sanders
The musician, who played in many Dallas bands like Vandoliers and Menkena, died after battling a longterm illness.
Thundercat on partying with Erykah Badu at ShyBoy Hi-Fi in downtown, new album
After popping up at ShyBoy with Erykah Badu in August, the Grammy-winning artist is set to return to the city with the Distracted AF tour at The Bomb Factory.
Online prediction markets overwhelmingly bet on Talarico in race against Paxton for Senate
Polls show a razor-thin Senate race. Prediction markets suggest a landslide.
Where to get Erewhon-like smoothies in Dallas
We tried Hailey Bieber's famous $21 smoothie. These seven Dallas-area smoothie shops compare.
In Dallas, Talarico, Hinojosa call on North Texas to get Dems across the goal line
Talarico and Hinojosa top a Democratic ticket that will hope to bank on their momentum for November success.
Every Dallas restaurant in the Michelin Guide, Updated Oct. 2026
The latest update fell flat; we wanted more. Either way, this list has some fantastic restaurants.
John Tesar on his new Dallas and NYC role, plus outgrowing Michelin hype
The Dallas chef will split his time between Preston Hollow and Grand Central Station with a focus on wet-aged steaks (gasp!).
Dallas advances streetcar expansion as council member says funding existing operations ‘not sustainable’
The city is receiving over $21 million in 2026 sales tax returns from DART for transportation needs. Of the 2027 streetcar funding approved Wednesday, $300,000 of the $2.8 million needed for the service will come from those returns.
In Dallas history, the Big D is for Death
How to be morbidly ethical, because there is no Dallas without death.
Dallas County has abandoned Sand Branch for decades. Now it must finally deliver clean water
A devastating fire exposed the dangers of life without running water. Dallas County and Texas leaders have the money and power to end this shameful neglect.
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders sued My Chemical Romance, giving us a costume idea
A new couples Halloween costume just dropped.
The biggest and best concerts coming to Dallas in 2027
Calling all cuties: Your death cab will be here in March. Fort Worthians: Start planning for a homecoming.
AT&T Stadium named most haunted sports venue in the nation
The Dallas Cowboys finally lead the nation in something: ghosts.
Many islands, one kitchen: Coco’s Caribbean Haus opens in The Colony
Coco's signature dishes include oxtail mac and cheese, conch fritters, jerk chicken, and curry goat from a deeply Caribbean stock of recipes.
An SMU alum brings the story of Anna Nicole Smith’s doctor into frame with new film
"Trust Me, I'm A Doctor" producer Geenah Krisht talks Dallas roots, breakfast tacos and tabloid-era truth.
Dallas County made early voting easier. How much of an impact has it had?
While expanded access may have made a partial difference, there are other factors at play.
Attorney Ben Abbott eyes ‘victory lap career’ as Dallas mayor’s race nears
The personal injury lawyer continues flooding the airwaves with his well-known commercials, but where does he stand on Dallas' biggest issues?
A new West Davis cafe is winning over Oak Cliff with lattes, pastries and a sticker vending machine
El Jardin brings deep cultural ties, Mexican coffee and a neighborhood-favorite sticker machine to West Davis Street.
BigXthaPlug kicks off nationwide ‘Better Over Time’ movie experience in North Dallas
Dallas' biggest and largest breakout star hosted an early listening party and short film premiere ahead of his new album, "Better Over Time," out this Friday.
Denton County is handing out fugly, AI-slop-looking voting stickers this election season
Little D didn't earn its reputation as an artistic enclave for this.
Dallas City Hall: A one-way door
The City Hall debate is often framed as a choice between buildings, costs and real estate opportunities. But it is more consequential than that.
Looking for your next $69 caviar burger? We found it
Hear us out: Pablo Pete's is a weekday burger spot on Regal Row that serves up $15 meal deals alongside a decadent fine-dining splurge.
North Texas campaign stops: what the candidates are saying close to Election Day
Texas' top-ballot candidates have brought the fight to North Texas. Here's what Talarico, Abbott, Paxton and Hinojosa told local voters.
Dickies Arena gets the boot: Fort Worth venue renamed
Fort Worth’s Dickies Arena is changing its name effective immediately after a naming-rights lawsuit left the old name hanging by a thread.
Photos: Best looks from the 2026 Dallas Halloween Block Party
The city's annual Met Gala of Halloween brought out Dallas' sexiest, silliest and scariest looks.
Early voting for midterms sees records breaking across Texas
Dallas and Tarrant County smashed early voting trunout records last week. With one week left to cast an early ballot, eyes are on North Texas.
Are darts bougie? The Victorian-styled Flight Club in Addison seems to think so
The London-born dart bar scores every throw for you, which may or may not matter, but the Pegasus Room might.
Lawsuits and police reports: Texas Dems are taking legal action against GOP opponents
Election Day is soon and candidates are doing what they can to get a leg up on their opponents. For some Texas Democrats this means legal action.
New DART CEO faces subpoenas as suburban board reps, Addison mayor weigh in
Ford will make $515,000 annually, a considerable raise from what his predecessor was paid.
Michelin-recommended Palestinian restaurant opening new location in former church
The team behind the acclaimed NYC eatery is bringing home-cooked Middle Eastern fare (and pizza shawarma) to Oak Cliff.
Review: Sick New World at Texas Motor Speedway
From AFI’s seduction to Slayer’s fire, Sick New World turned Texas Motor Speedway into a dust-choked altar for heavy nostalgia.
Review: Vince Staples at South Side Ballroom
The California artist's Cry Baby Tour stop on Friday was a rowdy showcase of one of the best album's we've heard this year.
One brunch, one event: Your weekend culinary guide to Dallas, Oct. 24-25
Your guide on where to brunch and what to do this weekend.
The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders officially unionize
With the new organization representing America's sweethearts, the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders become the first known NFL cheer squad to unionize.
The Granada Theater and Sundown at Granada are closing
After 80 years, the Granada Theater is closing. Concerts will continue through April, but the restaurant is closing on Nov. 1.
Review: ‘You Can See Everything’ wants to outsmart us. Does it?
Clearly, Hollywood is as enamored with the new outlaw generation of tech as it was with gangsters and serial killers.
A stampede on the Katy Trail underlines the larger run club permitting problem
A massive event on the Katy Trail this week created a bit of an outrage as people wonder what can be done to control huge run clubs.
Conservative political connections surface in case of trans student mailers
Courts are involved and denials are being made as scrutiny of the mysterious brochures continues ahead of the contentious midterm elections.
Second thoughts, first single: Billy Law releases new music after 5 years
The Ottoman Turks bassist opens up about “Everglow,” his first solo single in five years, and a new album titled “Seconds” coming in February.
17 of the best places in Dallas for a good walk
If you want some fresh air and exercise but don't want to step outside the city, these walkable areas are for you.
Kacey Musgraves is taking us back to the ‘Middle of Nowhere’ with new album
On Thursday, the North Texas country star announced a second volume of her "Middle of Nowhere" album is on the way.
Congressional seats, millions in funding for Dallas on the line with census proposal
The Trump administration has proposed cutting race and ethnicity questions from the survey. Here's what it could mean in North Texas.
Coming to SMU Boulevard: New York-style pizza with a cathartic crust
First-time Dallas restaurateur Oliver Steinberg developed a New York-style slice that “brought tears” at a recent tasting
Ken Paxton’s anti-abortion influence already extended beyond Texas. He could take it further in the Senate
As Texas attorney general, Paxton has advanced anti-abortion policy in his home state and prevailed where others have failed.
5 reasons you need to be at the Dallas Observer happy hour at Easy Slider
Not that you need an excuse to grab a drink these days, but in case you’re looking, we’ve got five right here.
No ghosts in the machine: Claire Morales creates her own Denton Halloween universe
The Denton artist and musician hand-drew the art for the Denton Halloween Co. pop-up store on the Downtown Square.
Angine de Poitrine announces 2027 tour, Dallas date
The tour marks the duo's first-ever headlining show in Dallas.
A top-talent Dallas dining team quietly closed its Plano restaurant after just over a year
The team behind Flamant has been lauded by Michelin, James Beard and Guy Fieri.
Texas campaign spending explained using corn dogs and Cowboys tickets
High-profile Texas races are racking up donations like never before. Wonder how much that is in terms of Dallas spending?
Forget Buc-ee’s: A roadside sushi dive in Ennis is America’s No. 1 gas station restaurant
Bristol General Store caters to sushi fans on a fish-stick budget.
A nonprofit is recruiting local DJs to increase voter turnout in North Texas
Where's that music coming from? The polls.
What to know about the Dallas Mavericks’ 2026-27 NBA season
A new head coach, Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving try to enter a new era after a horrific previous season.
The best places near North Texas to see the upcoming Orionid Meteor Shower
These four spots near North Texas make for some of the best chances at catching one of the most gorgeous showers of the year.
Dallas Chefs: The Prep Q&A with chef Regino Rojas of Revolver and Purepecha
This is a particularly interesting Q&A. Chef Rojas talks about the food that makes him cry, the 'best fucking dish in Dallas' and a meal he found subliminal.
Dallas ISD to pay $1 million after alleged mishandling of teacher sexual misconduct
The settlement sets forth mandatory training and audit requirements over the next three years.
Conservative host Steven Crowder files suit against CNN over Talarico town hall
The North Texas-based political commentator filed the lawsuit in a Fort Worth court alleging trademark infringement.
Dallas residents left ‘without any resources’ as AI cameras spur code enforcement
Staff told a council committee Monday that they were working on softening courtesy notices and improving outreach. But what they can't do is connect homeowners with financial assistance from the city.
Finally, patio season is here: the 15 best patios in Dallas
The 10-day forecast calls for perfect temps, sunny skies and cocktails on a patio.
How to celebrate Día de los Muertos in Dallas
Dallas is going big for Día de los Muertos this year, from parades to brunch and ofrendas aplenty.
Love your library? Turn support into community impact
Texans use and value their public libraries. So how do we help ensure they remain strong and continue meeting our communities' changing needs?
Foster the People torch the American Dream in Irving
Foster the People and Goth Babe turned The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory into a burning suburban art show on Sunday.
‘You Can’t Leave’ cast finds that home is where the haunt is: North Texas
The film's cast talks nightmares, roots and why filming in familiar places like Argyle and Highland Park can still be scary.
Coach’s new outlet cafe wants Gen Z to eat their feelings (and buy a bag)
The latest iteration of the brand's caffeinated cash-grab landed Oct. 8 inside the Coach outlet at Allen Premium Outlets.
Edgemere Film Fest returns for a second year, celebrating film and senior living
There’s no age limit on having good taste in movies or a good time at Edgemere Film Festival.
Post-Prairieland: How Dallas activism has changed since the detention center shooting
Dallas activism has changed since Prairieland. Support for defendants remains strong, but militancy is fizzling out.
Best things to do in Dallas this week, Nov. 2-8
Riesling? Zinfandel? You can sample both and many more at several foodie events this week.
Former Dallas leader says ‘stronger mayor’ is a fix for a ‘fundamentally’ broken system
Amid corporate exits and ongoing battles over key issues, Rawlings told the Observer a stronger mayor could unite the city.
Zillionaire Doe and Headhuncho Amir put on for the New Dallas movement on Saturday
The faces of the New Dallas movement reunited on Saturday night for a special night of hip-hop unity.
Phoebe Bridgers made Fort Worth the coolest place in the galaxy for a night
On Saturday night, Phoebe Bridgers and Alex G reminded the audience the benefits of arena shows at a phone-free show filled with high energy and raw emotion.
Gorillaz lead an electric Fort Worth pilgrimage up ‘The Mountain’
On Friday night, Gorillaz, Little Simz and Deltron 3030 turned Dickies Arena into a spiritual, revolutionary experience on The Mountain Tour.
Vandoliers’ Jenni Rose unveils new pop-punk project, announces debut album
Jenni Rose, front woman of the Vandoliers, is releasing new music with her new project, Tomgirls. Their first single is out now.
Will Jefferson Boulevard lose its soul to the Bishop Arts District?
A 37-year-old family restaurant is closing, and historic Jefferson Boulevard feels increasingly like a target for Bishop Arts expansion.
Texas isn’t buying a lot of sex toys, except for one tiny town that loves tentacles
What the hell are they doing out in Shamrock, Texas?
Educator misconduct reports triple since new Texas reporting requirements took effect
It's been a year since Texas cracked down on educator misconduct. Since then, reports have skyrocketed.
One brunch, two events: Your weekend culinary guide to Dallas (Oct. 17 – 19)
Get out this weekend. Here are a few ideas.
Posh Punk Noir closes after just 19 weeks in the Design District
No restaurant — high-end or low-end — is immune in this economy. Apparently.
7 tales from local venues that almost sound too ridiculous to be true
From near-electrocutions to punk chaos and wild instrument requests, these unbelievable but true stories from Dallas-Fort Worth venues are stranger than fiction.
Dallas Observer supper club returns with exclusive Ateliê dinner. Open to all readers
For our next curated dining experience, we're headed to dinner at an art gallery in Oak Cliff. And this time, all are welcome.
Where to go for the Oct. 17 No Kings Early Voting Day of Action in North Texas
Many events will take place around the Dallas area to encourage people to exercise their voices
Free things to do in Dallas (and beyond) this weekend, Oct. 30 – Nov. 1
We'll see you in Denton for the last days so close to the state capital of Halloween.