Maskless Big Tex returns to his spot at State Fair of Texas
Big Tex is dressed as usual this year with his gigantic cowboy boots, classic red and blue Dickies shirt and a new accessory sponsored by Shiner. He isn't wearing a face mask.
Deep Fried Seafood Gumbo Balls, The Armadillo win 2021's Big Tex Choice Awards
The winners of this year's Big Tex Choice Awards have been announced. The Deep Fried Seafood Gumbo Balls took two prizes for best savory and most creative.
State Fair of Texas announces mask mandate for crowded spaces and indoors
Fair organizers said masks will be mandatory outdoors in crowded settings, at some independent vendor booths and indoors, regardless of vaccination status.
COVID-19 vaccines at State Fair of Texas to come with free food and ride coupons
Anyone who gets their COVID-19 shot at the State Fair of Texas this year will also receive $20 worth of food and ride coupons.
Maroon 5's Dallas concert requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative test
More festivals and shows are announcing COVID-19 vaccination policies, but legal experts say those could come into conflict with laws in Texas.
There have now been 500,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses administered at Fair Park site
There have now been more than 500,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine administered at the vaccination site at Fair Park in Dallas.
Deep Fried I-35, brisket brittle among 2021's Big Tex Choice Awards finalists
The folks at the State Fair of Texas unveiled the 10 finalists for the Big Tex Choice Awards -- everything from deep fried seafood gumbo to a Halloween-themed treat that's loaded with a lot of everything.
Premium tickets for State Fair of Texas now on sale
Premium tickets are $24. For that price, you can visit the fair any day between Sept. 24 and Oct. 17. Premium tickets are limited.
Rolling Stones announce rescheduled date for Dallas concert at Cotton Bowl
The Rolling Stones announced Thursday they will be re-launching their No Filter tour, which was derailed by the pandemic.
Drive-thru vaccination hub at Fair Park closes
Low demand is why one of the largest vaccination hubs in North Texas is shutting down operations.
Deep fried shrimp & grits, fried pancakes among the 2021 State Fair of Texas food semi-finalists
The 32 Big Tex Choice Food Awards semi-finalists were announced Thursday morning. They include both savory and sweet treats.
Dallas police arrest man accused of shooting woman in domestic incident
Police arrested a man accused of shooting a woman in a domestic incident in Dallas Friday night.
New African American Museum exhibition in Fair Park highlights ‘Men of Change’
“Men of Change: Power, Triumph, Truth" opens Saturday, June 26 at the African American Museum in Dallas’ Fair Park.
State Fair of Texas fried food icon Fernie Winter dies at 95
The woman who brought the funnel cake and countless other fried food favorites to the State Fair of Texas has died.
Organizers unveil plans for 2021 Juneteenth festival at Fair Park
The celebration on Saturday, June 19, starts with a march into the park and features cultural performances, concerts, a car and bike show, vendors and more.
Multiple raids lead to arrests of "most violent criminals in all of Dallas"
Multiple agencies led by the FBI hit multiple locations on Thursday and arrested dozens of who they call some of the "most violent criminals in all of Dallas." It’s unclear exactly how many were arrested, but law enforcement concerned about the potential danger were determined not to be outmanned when they started kicking in doors.
2-year-old dies after being struck by vehicle in Dallas
A 2-year-old has died after being struck by a vehicle Friday evening in Dallas.
State Fair of Texas to fully reopen in September 2021
This year you can leave your car in the parking lot and use your feet to explore the State Fair of Texas. It's coming back in all its fried food glory for 2021.
18-year-old dead, woman wounded in Dallas shooting
One person is dead and another is in the hospital after a shooting Saturday night in Dallas.
Fair Park mega-site administers 400,000 vaccine doses
Dallas County administered its 400,000th vaccine dose Thursday at its Fair Park mega-site.