The Dallas Morning News

Former American Airlines CEO stepping down as chairman; Governor Abbott announces street takeover task force after Austin events; Ralph Lauren moving out of its long time space at Highland Park Village; UT System pauses new diversity, equity and inclusion policies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special excerpt, The Dallas Morning News food team talks about their favorite dishes from Homewood restaurant, which recently closed, and how the farm-to-table neighborhood spot set a new course for Dallas dining. Then the team talks about barbecue feuds and how "hospitality got so hostile.". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas lawmakers of rival parties seal deal on diaper-tax break; Winter storm engulfing much of U.S. brings over 1,000 flight cancellations; 27-year-old arrested in fatal shooting in South Dallas; Dallas County invests millions more in affordable housing projects; Why does justice take longer in Dallas County? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas AG defends $3.3M whistleblower settlement before House budget writers; Dallas Zoo shares initial security plan to city officials; Fort Worth police make 4th arrest in Jin Shin’s shooting death; Inmates slated for probation linger for weeks behind bars in Dallas; Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss recent top local stories, starting with the buzz from NBA All-Star weekend. [00:40] The All-Stars love the Mavs’ addition of Kyrie Irving, Kevin notes, but players always appreciate the addition of stars. Will the move have organizational impact? David says, not so much. [19:49] Evan goes over the Rangers’ left-field situatio...

Dallas police may be violating evidence laws; Dallas considers tenant-friendly eviction ordinance; Emperor tamarin monkeys that were stolen from Dallas Zoo are out of quarantine; H-E-B buys site on Preston Road in Celina Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

US says Russia has committed crimes against humanity in Ukraine; Former President Jimmy Carter enters hospice care; Rangers bid adieu to red uniform tops; Dallas police officer arrested on suspicion of DWI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Landlords get big incentive to rehouse Dallas; Children’s Medical set to begin work on clinic at $200 million RedBird development; Kangaroo reunited with owner in Granbury after going missing for 2 days; Fort Worth fertility clinic allegedly used wrong sperm in IVF treatments; Details on the lawsuit against Texas influencer Brittany Dawn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...

In this special excerpt, you’ll hear insider info on the new restaurants coming to Frisco’s PGA complex, what exactly a Bo-Berry Biscuit is, how a new Dallas company is trying to help restaurant servers get more recognition, and what the Dallas Morning News food team thinks of Texas Monthly’s “best new restaurants” list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Beat writers Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken kick off this episode [1:28] with a review of the big Cowboys news of Super Bowl week: an accusation of misconduct against former wide receiver Michael Irvin and his $100 million lawsuit in response. Calvin and Michael assess the unusual situation based on their experience covering Irvin through the years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

Authorities arrest man in Carrollton case suspected to be ‘main source’ of fentanyl supply; Texas prosecutor drops domestic violence case against ex-Longhorns Head Coach; Hutchins Barbeque owner sues dad and brother over name of new North Texas restaurant; North Texas HIV clinics face near $20M hit due to new PrEP reimbursement policy; Mesquite ISD teacher arrested on child pornography charge Lear...

Dallas police report uptick in homicides, aggravated assaults; Texas is losing a state park to multimillion-dollar homes; Dallas-Fort Worth inflation is still high, but the pace of price hikes is slowing; Dallas retailer Tuesday Morning to close 24 stores in Texas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant are joined by Mavericks beat writer [00:12] Callie Caplan to discuss the home debut of Kyrie Irving in a 124-121 loss to Minnesota. Callie tells us that Kyrie’s addition has energized the Mavs’ roster and brings a different gear. Losing two games in a row in the final seconds, the latest because Kyrie and Luka Doncic couldn’t decide...

Governor Abbott promises to pass ban on transgender collegiate athletes; Lieutenant Governor focuses on property tax relief and power grid in top bills; Heavy police presence, roads blocked near West Dallas construction site; Dallas incentivizes building infrastructure for development in underserved areas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

US shoots down unidentified object tracked over Lake Huron; What we know about lawsuit against Michael Irvin; Pet kangaroo reunited with owner after hopping through Prosper neighborhood; Tom Thumb to start building its third grocery store in Frisco Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mother claims North Texas school ignored concerns about fentanyl; Southwest Airlines sends reimbursements to more than 270,000 passengers; Kyrie Irving deal remains Dallas Mavericks’ only move as NBA trade deadline passes; Sheriff says ‘no indication’ of shots fired at Dallas County Health and Human Services Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special excerpt, the Dallas Morning News food team talks about the “new etiquette rules” when it comes to dining out at restaurants. Is your order too customized? Are you splitting the bill properly? Listen to the full episode and follow the show by searching for “Eat Drink D-FW” in your favorite podcast player. You’ll find links at dallasnews.com/listen. Learn more about your ad choices....

Beat writers Michael Gehlken and Calvin Watkins, who is back from assignment at the Senior Bowl, kick off this episode [1:45] by detailing their key takeaways from the week in Mobile, Ala. The Cowboys’ coaching shakeup shows that Mike McCarthy’s fingerprints will be all over the offense, Michael says. The guys decipher comments from Jerry and Stephen Jones about Ezekiel Elliott. Learn more about y...

North Texas man who killed 23 pleads guilty to hate crimes; Governor Abbott says DEI practices not welcome at state agencies, universities; Dallas approves resolution supporting abortion rights; Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore [2:53] discuss the national sports news of the week: the Mavs’ controversial acquisition of Kyrie Irving. David calls it an even bigger risk than Roy Tarpley. Evan says he’s conflicted about what he concedes is a good basketball move. Kevin expects Irving to be on his best behavior, because he doesn’t have any more leverage. [25:35]...

Dallas County commissioners unanimously support critical race theory education; Survivor, witnesses testify about chaotic scene after triple homicide at Garland store; Alleged cartel figure to serve decade in prison for Southlake murder; Hurtado Barbecue in Little Elm closed after ‘drastic drop’ in traffic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fentanyl from a Carrollton drug house killed 3 students; Man jailed in Dallas Zoo crimes plans to steal more animals if released; Southwest Airlines, FedEx planes came within 100 feet during near miss in Austin; Governor announces plan to ban TikTok on all state-issued devices in Texas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Many questions about suspected spy in the sky; Governor Abbott declares disaster for seven counties after winter storm; Dallas Mavericks land Kyrie Irving; The last founding family member to run Neiman; Universal Frisco theme park ‘meet and greet’ draws support Marcus dies at 84; Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Poll finds 82% of Texans support legalizing medical marijuana; What North Texas schools and colleges are closed Friday because of the weather?; Frisco’s Universal meetings to be held Friday; Dallas, Collin counties get $22.8M grant to house homeless; Winter storm blamed for 7 deaths across Texas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this excerpt from Eat Drink D-FW, the Dallas Morning News food staff shares their favorite ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day (chocolate, of course), and talks about Reba (yes, Reba), current tipping etiquette, and why cars keep driving into Dallas restaurants. Listen to the full episode and follow the show by searching for “Eat Drink D-FW” in your favorite podcast player. Learn more about your...