The Dallas Morning News

The Dallas Morning News food team heads to the State Fair of Texas to try the foods you were most curious about. They found a few big hits, some surprises and a couple of misses — so you can skip the duds. Along the way, they share tips for getting the most out of your food coupons. Give this episode of our Eat Drink D-FW podcast a listen before you head to the Fair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas expands childcare fraud investigations after new state protocols, The Dallas Morning News examines online gambling addiction among young Texans and a parole board grants parole to former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger. Plus, a historical spot at Fair Park that got a big update just in time for The State Fair of Texas.  This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the Rangers officially out of the playoffs, John and Evan discuss the disappointing end to a disappointing season and break down Chris Young's end-of-season presser where he ran through a long list of attributes the Rangers lacked. Then they tackle the big question: How do the Rangers address all that? Former Rangers catcher and current FOX analyst A.J. Pierzynski joins the guys to discuss the playoffs, the national perception of the Rangers season and A.J.'s 2013 season with the Rangers. Did he and Yu Darvish really have words? Why didn't he return for 2014? Finally, John and Evan review the most disappointing seasons in Rangers history. Evan's got a pretty spectacular runaway winner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's DMN Morning Debrief, a North Texas Christian author and her husband face child abuse-related charges, downtown Dallas leaders push for more housing and retail, and a court narrows a lawsuit over Boeing's 737 MAX. Plus, what are the Stars' chances of winning the Stanley Cup?  This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant discuss the chaotic ending of the Cowboys' visit to Rio and the poor decisions that resulted in a loss to the Ravens. Was Dak Prescott unduly influenced by his coach's warning? Did Brian Schottenheimer make a mistake electing to kick through the end zone after the tie? Are the Cowboys a smart team? Evan also tells us how Chris Young, Rangers president, challenged his team's "grit" and "toughness" in a season-ending exit presser. Lia Assimakopoulos joins the guys to talk about the Stars, who drop the puck Friday. And Kevin and Evan analyze the highs and lows of a crazy SEC season, especially as it regards Texas and Texas A&M. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's DMN Morning Debrief, Dallas ranks high in new migration data for younger adults, a look back on the NHL game that helped open Dallas to hockey, and the downtown Neiman Marcus prepares for its final day. Plus, why nearly a quarter of Texas students with disabilities who qualify for the voucher program have returned their funds. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: ⁠audience@dallasnews.com⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dallas City Manager Kim Tolbert and businessman Ray Washburne talk about what it will take to build a stronger, more connected and more vibrant downtown Dallas. They discuss the future of downtown, the convention center, professional sports and the Downtown Dallas 2036 plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's DMN Morning Debrief, Morgan Stanley makes its Dallas hub official, conservative groups reshape ad spending in the Texas Senate race, and former Mesquite apartment tenants win relocation money after unsafe living conditions. Plus, will the rivalry between Texas and Delaware hit a boiling point soon?  This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's DMN Morning Debrief, Dallas furloughs close non-essential city services Monday, Texas' construction worker shortage, and 8-year-old Camp Mystic flood victim earns national ASPCA honor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big changes are underway for The Dallas Morning News food team: a brand-new studio and a new restaurant critic, Sarah Blaskovich. Eat Drink D-FW is back with the latest food news, from heartbreaking restaurant closures and budget-friendly dining to an app that helps you find the best bites at Cowboys games. You can also watch the new video version of Eat Drink D-FW on the Dallas News YouTube channel. Subscribe there to catch future episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's DMN Morning Debrief, The State Fair of Texas begins, Love Field ranks near the top for traveler satisfaction, staff writer Sarah Hepola reflects on dating after moving back to Dallas, and new city data shows grocery access is still uneven across Dallas. Plus, Sarah Blaskovich describes how she'll shake up the News as the newsroom's newest restaurant critic.  This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's DMN Morning Debrief, Southwest flight attendants weigh a push to replace their union, Costco targets another North Texas site, and red light therapy gains attention for skincare and pain treatment. Plus, the Rangers' playoff future.  This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and Calvin Watkins discuss the Cowboys' win over a Washington team missing Jayden Daniels in the second half Sunday. Calvin says he saw progress in Christian Parker's defense, but they still can't stop the run. Is that Parker's fault, or is it personnel? Calvin shares his thoughts. Evan, who coined the moniker "Zombie Rangers" to describe a team that keeps coming back from the dead, tells us just how far he thinks they can go if they hold on to first in the West. And Kevin and Evan share their thoughts on college quarterbacks, bad losses by teams from Texas and CFP chances at this point. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's DMN Morning Debrief, North Texas faces extreme heat and air alerts while political tensions rise with recall efforts in Dallas and a high-stakes tax election concerning a new arena in Plano. Plus, an update on a legal fight involving the custody and medical decision-making of a baby born through surrogacy.  This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John and Evan are back with an EMERGENCY drop of the pod to account for the crucial final week of the season. We wonder how Skip Schumaker is going to navigate what's left of his starting rotation and the job he's done in that regard. Then we welcome in Josh Hamilton, who had a hand in so many Rangers postseasons. We talk about him closing out his career with the Rangers with a heroic final week in 2015, that dropped ball in 2012 and the voice that helped him retire. We also want to know, since Prince Fielder is already on board, will Hamilton participate if we can drum up a Rangers Legends Home Run Derby? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Megaphone description: In today's DMN Morning Debrief, Michelin recognizes seven D-F-W hotels, a Pilot Point land deal could bring retail and about 2,000 apartments, and the Texas Supreme Court considers a lawsuit tied to the Allen mall mass shooting. Plus, the State Fair of Texas is set open this Friday for the 140th year. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trevor Rees-Jones, a presence in the Dallas law, business, and oil and gas industries is this week's guest on Intersections podcast. Rees-Jones joins the podcast to talk about founding Chief Oil & Gas, an early operator during the development of the Barnett Shale field in North Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's DMN Morning Debrief, students are meeting the state benchmark for college, but enrollment is low, Dallas bumps animal services budget, Ed Sheeran says situation in Gaza is 'catastrophic and unjustifiable' as he opens concert. Plus, a program in Red Oak is offering data center training. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's DMN Morning Debrief: Billions in Medicaid funding are restored to Texas hospitals, Cindy Clemishire takes her Gateway Church lawsuit to the state's Supreme Court, and Big Tex is ready to rise at Fair Park. Plus, tell us which State Fair foods are on your must-try list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the Rangers approach the final 10 games of the season, John and Evan sit down in the newly redesigned Sports Day studio to sort through the all-hands-on-deck approach to pitching the Rangers have lately employed and the impact of Josh Jung's return to the lineup. Then Rangers Hall of Famer Ruben Sierra joins to talk about Roberto Clemente (and playing baseball with Roberto Clemente Jr.), what it was like to wear No. 21 as a Puerto Rican star, his rise to stardom in Texas (and his later happy reunion) and teaching hitting lessons. Also: His return to Salsa singing. And, hey, John, when are we getting a Ruben Sierra bobblehead? Finally, we tip our hats to the last time a Ranger won 20 games. Will there ever be another? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Megaphone headline/description: Today's DMN Morning Debrief covers the disbanding of the Trinidad Police Department, Federal Reserve interest rate hikes, and evolving artificial intelligence policies within North Texas school districts. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and Calvin Watkins discuss the Cowboys' opening-night flop against the Giants and whether it was just first-game jitters or a sign of bigger problems. Is Christian Parker's message getting through to the defense? Are they still undermanned at middle linebacker? Is the offense overrated? Evan explains how the Rangers are still in the playoff hunt even though no one seems to be chasing anyone. Just moving like zombies. And Kevin describes the scene in Austin, where at least two people got signature wins and 100,000 people went home deliriously happy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Megaphone headline/description:Today's DMN Morning Debrief covers North Texas facing extreme heat, Ted Cruz pursuing a college sports bill, a local halal BBQ joint gaining recognition, and residents protesting a massive data center project. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talmage Boston holds a live cross-examination style interview of Michael Cullinane, historian, award-winning author and Walton Chair of Theodore Roosevelt Studies at Dickinson State University, on his new book Theodore Roosevelt and the Tennis Cabinet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Private equity investor, retired naval officer and explorer Victor Vescovo is this week's guest on Intersections Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This report covers a North Texas heat advisory, rising faculty departures from state universities due to political shifts, a fatal police chase, and a major Texas stock exchange migration. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's DMN Morning Debrief covers Dallas weather, North Texas companies building technology to spot rogue drones, Senator John Cornyn rebuking Republican nominee Bo French over comments about UT fans, and a Plano mosque carrying on through an anti-Islam rally. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's DMN Morning Debrief covers Dallas weather, Trump's proposed dividend checks, a high-stakes surrogacy battle reaching the Supreme Court, and escalating tensions in the Texas Senate race. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With just over two weeks to go in the crawl for the playoffs, John and Evan break down the fluid situation in the Rangers' rotation as they try to manipulate things to maximize new-found ace Cal Quantrill's starts. Also, Evan makes the point: This team can't get where they want to get without Wyatt Langford's bat coming to life. Then 10 years after a second neck surgery forced him to retire, Prince Fielder joins the guys to discuss having to abruptly call it quits. Also: Now that's he's participated in a Brewers' legends Home Run Derby, could he do the same with the Rangers? And he's having fun following his son's pursuit of a baseball career. And finally, as the 25th anniversary of 9/11 arrives, John and Evan discuss what it was like when the Rangers were stuck in San Francisco when the terror attacks happened. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Sept. 11, 2001, president George W. Bush's chief of staff Andrew Card leaned over to whisper in Bush's ear that America was under attack. In the quarter century since that moment, he has reflected on Sept. 11 and what came after. Card, whose career included a stint in the House of Representatives and service as the secretary of transportation, sat down recently to visit with The Dallas Morning News Editorial Board. We share his reflections below, edited for length and clarity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's DMN Morning Debrief covers the Mavericks start of the official zoning process for a Valley View arena, Jerry Jones hints at George Pickens' future with the Cowboys and El Chingon Dallas closes after citing problems. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and Joe Hoyt analyze the impact of Tyler Smith's absence from the Cowboys' offensive line for a month or more. Joe notes that T.J. Bass is a serviceable backup at left guard, but it leaves a thin line on the verge of snapping if anyone else goes down. How does that impact their chances of making the playoffs? Evan tells us that if the Rangers want to make the playoffs, they need a hot streak, which means they need Wyatt Langford to match Corey Seager's bounceback. And the guys discuss a wild first CFB weekend in which SMU pulled out a win despite four turnovers on the road, Texas and Texas A&M dominated and Will Hammond made Texas Tech's loss of Brendan Sorsby at least palatable. Is Arch Manning ready for Ohio State this week? Tune in and find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's DMN Morning Debrief covers DFW Airport's new way for some nonflyers to go past security, the Cowboys prepare for Christian Parker's debut as defensive coordinator, and the Hilton Anatole returns to the Republican spotlight. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's DMN Morning Debrief covers Dallas' preparations for a Trump-focused Republican midterm convention, the Ross fire passing the halfway-contained mark, and the fatal shooting of a machete-wielding man in Garland. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's DMN Morning Debrief covers an investigation into Dallas overpaying hundreds of thousands of dollars to a towing company, Good Good Golf leadership changes, and a Halloween candy recall that affects Texas shoppers. Plus, the future of a former KKK meeting hall in Fort Worth. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the Rangers down to the last three weeks, what else is there to discuss but what's in front of the Rangers? John and Evan break down the sprint to the finish and how the Rangers must break season-long trends to get to the playoffs. Then Rangers manager Skip Schumaker joins the fellas. And he's got a good case for Ezequiel Duran to finish in the top 10 of MVP voting. He is also living in the moment of the playoff race. John gets him to break down how big a TCU fan he's become now that his son Brody is a Horned Frog (and he's a really big TCU fan). And finally, Skip reveals just how difficult it is to deal with Evan on a daily basis, a story John has heard from managers too numerous to count over the years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's DMN Morning Debrief covers possible rain in North Texas, Karmelo Anthony's family's vow to keep fighting his murder conviction, private sponsors for a new Dallas police academy and a Plano figure skater on Dancing with the Stars. Plus, some of our newsroom staff share their favorite Texas songs. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drew McKnight, co-CEO of Fortress Investment Group, joins Intersections podcast to talk about the world of private credit and distressed investing. McKnight offers his take on investments like Red Lobster, Krystal, Arcus Golf and Theranos, answering questions about what happens when investments don't go according to plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and Calvin Watkins look at the Cowboys' final cuts, including the surprising exits of Joe Milton and Jaydon Blue. Calvin says the Cowboys may yet bring back Milton, who lost the backup QB job to Sam Howell. Evan asks if either is really good enough if Dak Prescott goes down. Jacob deGrom's start Monday gives the Rangers hope he can still come up big in the September push, but Kevin's not buying. He asks why Rangers such as Evan Carter can't do what's asked of them. Bunt, hit behind the runner, take the extra base. If they're not going to hit, they've got to make up for it somewhere else. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's DMN Morning Debrief covers North Texas weather, an upcoming controversial Jeffrey Epstein document exhibit in Dallas, State Board of Education curriculum debates, and the ongoing Ross wildfire containment efforts. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: ⁠audience@dallasnews.com⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's DMN Debrief, the Dallas Stars consider moving games off free streaming, a Granbury family mourns a chiropractor killed in a Grand Canyon flash flood as two friends remain missing, and UT Arlington's president announces she will step down. Plus, reporter Niamh Ordner on why smartphones are raising concerns about young adults becoming gambling addicts. This digest was partially generated by Al and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: audience@dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's DMN Debrief covers a proposal to add polling locations in Tarrant County, a D-FW restaurant veteran making a comeback, and a camp wrecked by the Ross fire. Plus, staffer Joe Snell has an interview with a researcher studying how birds are building nests with plastic trash. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: ⁠audience@dallasnews.com⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's DMN Morning Debrief covers North Texas heat, Ross fire update, what Dallas officials knew about deportation flights and the death of a high school athlete. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: ⁠audience@dallasnews.com⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the Rangers ricocheting all over the place, John and Evan try to follow along, but one thing sticks out - the return of Corey Seager's bat and its impact on the lineup. The fellas also talk about the remaining schedule and raise a caution flag. Beware the Mariners! Then Andrew Heaney joins them to discuss his memories of the 2023 season from the importance of spring training alongside Nathan Eovaldi to bringing the team "Higher" and his big last-minute start in the AL Division Series. Also, how did he get that mic drop moment out of Corey Seager? And finally, John wanders through the archives to find examples of when the Rangers have been low-hit multiple times in a season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and Joe Hoyt analyze the hot points on the Cowboys' depth chart, particularly at cornerback and linebacker. Joe shuts down Kevin's bid to give Joe Milton a few sub-packages and tells us if this team is good enough to make the playoffs. Kevin and Evan detail the case for Zeke Duran as the team's MVP and discuss where he fits best in the Rangers' future. Second base? Third? Shortstop? Center field? Seems like he can play them all. And the guys bid Dolly Parton a fond farewell.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's DMN Morning Debrief covers North Texas heat, the ongoing Ross wildfire containment efforts, rising obstetrician statistics amidst abortion legislation and educational inequities found in state school performance ratings. This digest was partially generated by AI and then reviewed and edited by our newsroom staff. Learn more: dallasnews.com/ai_use. We welcome your feedback: ⁠audience@dallasnews.com⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices