Dallas Weighs Cost of Closing West Dallas Industrial Sites
Dallas officials begin exploring buyout costs for GAF and TAMKO, two industrial businesses long opposed by West Dallas residents over air quality concerns.
About Ryan
Ryan Mitchell grew up in San Antonio and graduated from UT Austin's journalism program. He covered the Texas Legislature for the Texas Tribune for three years before moving to Dallas. He brings a Texas lens to state and national stories, connecting how Austin and Washington affect North Dallas, what the delegation is doing, and why politics matters locally. He lives in Lakewood and believes Texas politics shapes everything. Previously, Ryan was a Staff Writer at Congressional Quarterly. Ryan holds a B.A. in Journalism from University of Texas at Austin.
Articles by Ryan
New Texas SNAP Rules Ban Candy and Sugary Drinks
Texas restricts SNAP benefits for 3.5 million recipients, barring candy and sweetened beverages under Senate Bill 379 enforced at grocery checkouts.
FreeStyle Libre 3 Recall Linked to 7 Deaths Alarms Diabetics
Diabetics are alarmed by a recall of Abbott's FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus glucose monitor after inaccurate readings were linked to 7 deaths, including an Oakland man.
Gabriel Kissinger Running for Dallas City Council District 6
Gabriel Kissinger, a 30-year-old first-time candidate, is running for Dallas City Council District 6 on a platform of public safety and fiscal reform.
How Forest Avenue Became MLK Boulevard in Dallas
In 1980, council member Elsie Faye Heggins launched a bold effort to rename Dallas streets to honor Black leaders, reshaping South Dallas forever.
Dallas Council Skeptical of Bullet Train to Fort Worth
Dallas City Council members push back on a proposed high-speed rail line to Fort Worth, citing neighborhood disruption and costs that benefit rival cities.
DART Board Hears Public on Park Cities Withdrawal
Highland Park, University Park, and Addison weigh DART withdrawal as residents and officials debate the regional transit network's future.
Movie Night Benefits Park Cities Flood Victims
Families in Highland Park and University Park are invited to an outdoor movie night at HPHS to raise funds for Foundations of Park Cities flood relief.
Highland Park Soccer: Girls Advance, Boys Exit Playoffs
Highland Park's girls soccer team advanced to the area round of the UIL 5A playoffs while the boys program saw its postseason run come to an early end.
Poor David's Pub: A Dallas Music Institution Faces Its End
Musician Brice Beaird performed what may be a final show at Poor David's Pub, a beloved Deep Ellum venue shaping Dallas music for decades.
University Park Plans Paratransit Services After DART Exit
University Park City Council reviews plans to maintain paratransit services for disabled and elderly residents if voters approve a DART withdrawal this May.
Highland Park Reviews 2025 Crime Statistics
Highland Park's Department of Public Safety presented its 2025 Annual Report to Town Council, revealing mixed crime trends across the North Texas municipality.
Behind the Scenes at the 2026 Oscars: Moments You Missed
From Kate Hudson at the lobby bar to Kieran Culkin's heartfelt comment, here are the unseen moments from the 98th Academy Awards ceremony.
Preston Hollow Crime Reports: Theft and Auto Theft
Preston Hollow crime reports for March 10-15 show stolen vehicles, thefts, and criminal trespass warnings topping Dallas Police Department records.
Best Pizza & Pie Deals for Pi Day 2026
Pi Day 2026 falls on a Saturday! Score pizza and pie deals from Blaze Pizza, 7-Eleven, BJ's, and more on March 14 for just $3.14.
McCulloch Middle School Principal Retiring After 6 Years
The principal of McCulloch Intermediate and Highland Park Middle School is retiring after six years leading one of HPISD's most prominent campuses.
Historic Billy Earl Dade Middle School Demolished in South Dallas
Dallas ISD demolishes the 1912 Billy Earl Dade Middle School building to make way for a $50 million career institute in South Dallas.
U.S. Terrorism Threats Rise Amid Iran War and FBI Cuts
Three violent incidents in one week raise alarms as counterterrorism agencies face staffing cuts amid an active U.S.-Iran war and escalating domestic threats.
Dallas ISD's $6.2 Billion Bond: Largest in Texas History
Dallas ISD will outline a $6.2 billion bond proposal Thursday, the largest school bond request in Texas history, going before voters on May 2.
Cuba Confirms Secret Talks With U.S. Amid Energy Crisis
Cuban leader Díaz-Canel confirms recent talks with the U.S. as Cuba faces a deepening energy crisis with no petroleum shipments in three months.
Five-Story Apartment Planned Over Oak Cliff Homes in Dallas
A Dallas Plan Commission vote clears deed restrictions at 715 West Davis Street, potentially allowing a five-story apartment in an Oak Cliff neighborhood.
Highland Park ISD Honors Grandparent Cafeteria Volunteers
Highland Park ISD hosted its first-ever Raider Café grandparent luncheon, celebrating the older volunteers who help feed middle school students weekly.
Linus Spiller Running for Dallas City Council District 6
Linus Spiller, 60, is running for Dallas City Council District 6 in the May 3 election, focusing on public safety, affordable housing, and economic development.
Black Leaders Shape MLK Corridor's Future in South Dallas
South Dallas landowners and Black community leaders are leveraging property ownership to demand equitable development along the long-neglected MLK Corridor.
South Dallas Public Improvement District: How to Get Involved
Scottie Smith II is leading a petition drive to create the Sunny South Dallas PID, offering residents a say before outside developers reshape the neighborhood.
Texas Lawmakers Push Dallas November Elections Bill
Texas legislators push to move Dallas elections from May to November, following voters' approval of a charter amendment aimed at boosting turnout.