Five Dallas Zoo gorillas test positive for COVID-19
When doctors say anyone can be infected with the coronavirus, that also includes animals. This week, the Dallas Zoo announced five of its gorillas recently tested positive. They are the first positive cases since the pandemic started.
Fort Worth Zoo welcomes new baby elephant to the herd
The Fort Worth zoo has been hiding a very sweet secret: A baby elephant was born at the zoo three weeks ago.
Disneyland increasing ticket prices in California
The "Happiest Place on Earth," just got more expensive.
Dallas Zoo euthanizes 3-month-old giraffe after 'catastrophic injury'
The Dallas Zoo is mourning the loss of Marekani, a 3-month-old giraffe calf, after a catastrophic injury that veterinarians said had no hope of recovery. She was born at the zoo on July Fourth.
Coppell Arts Center officially opens this weekend
The new 30,000 square-foot center boasts six spaces, including a 442-seat main hall and a 196-seat black box theater. The weekend-long celebration starts Thursday night. It’s a culmination of the city's 30-year-plan to present nationally touring shows and create a new home for its five resident art companies.
PBR World Finals announces permanent move to Fort Worth
Fort Worth has lassoed in the Professional Bull Riders World Finals. It will be a permanent move from Las Vegas, Nevada, to Dickies Arena, Will Rogers Memorial Center and other surrounding venues.
Rising North Texas COVID cases threaten fall lineup for live theater
More people are now able to enjoy the arts with even more opportunities on the horizon. But rising COVID cases across North Texas could threaten to bring down the curtain once again.
The Adolphus Hotel in Downtown Dallas has reopened with social distancing practices in place
The Adolphus Hotel in Downtown Dallas reopened its doors Thursday.
Fort Worth Art Commission votes to leave Will Rogers mural intact, add historical context
The Fort Worth Art Commission decided the city should keep a historic mural on the Will Rogers Auditorium.
Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo opens in new home
The Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo kicked off Friday at its new home: the Dickies Arena.
Dallas City Council moves forward with plan for Reverchon Park renovations
The Dallas City Council has moved forward with a proposed plan to invest millions to renovate a historic ballpark in Reverchon Park in the Oak Lawn neighborhood.
Construction to begin on new West End park in Downtown Dallas
Crews have closed off an area in the West End Historic District in Downtown Dallas that will become a new park.
Netherlands to drop ‘Holland’ nickname as part of rebranding in the new year
The Netherlands will no longer go by its nickname of Holland come January.
New hotel, convention center coming to Arlington’s Entertainment District
Arlington city leaders approved a massive expansion to its growing Entertainment District.
Dallas City Council reviews $100M plans for Klyde Warren Park expansion
The Dallas City Council reviewed plans for the ambitious $100 million expansion of Klyde Warren Park. The price tag might include $40 million in public funding.
Fort Worth’s historic Pioneer Tower shines bright once again
After decades of standing in the dark, Pioneer Tower in Fort Worth is once again shining bright.
Report: 42 bodies found near Mexican resort town of Puerto Peñasco
Volunteer searchers say they've found 42 bodies in a shallow pit in the desert near the Mexican resort town of Puerto Peñasco.
Guitar-shaped Hard Rock Hotel opens in South Florida
The world's first guitar-shaped hotel is set to open Thursday in South Florida.
Dallas mayor alarmed by oversight changes proposed by VisitDallas
The organization that receives tens of millions of tourism tax dollars from Dallas may be trying to get out from under the city's watchful eye.
New Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum building opens on Wednesday
The $78 million project features 55,000 square feet of immersive and interactive exhibits. Some of the people involved in the project said the timing of its message, combating hate, is especially important.