The U.S. is headed towards population stagnation, presenting challenges for schools, colleges and hospitals. However, the outlook for Texas is significantly better. The state population grew 1.25% through mid 2025 and has a better demographic positioning. www.dallasnews.com/business/art...

The City of Dallas filed three lawsuits over the span of a month against landlords in Dallas. The lawsuits accuse properties in Uptown, Old East Dallas and Red Bird of poor conditions and discrimination. www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

Megan Thee Stallion's foundation is partnering with the Habitat for Humanity to repair homes in Dallas. The artist's foundation is aiming to help older adults with repair needs along with the Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity. www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

A historic Lakewood home was torn down this week. The Dallas home had Tudor stylings and was designed by an architect responsible for the Magnolia building. www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

In the Sunday paper: Rare mansion designed by I.M. Pei entering Fort Worth market at $22 million. Pei designed other notable structures - like the scrutinized Dallas City Hall - but only created two other residential homes. www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

A crypto-powered incentive program was launched by a Dallas homebuilder. The plan includes up to $15,000 for buyers while their home is under construction. www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

The very day the public flooded council chambers to protest the demolition of Dallas City Hall, this 1949 Lustron House on Amherst began its path to historic designation. It will likely be Dallas' smallest landmark and may well outlive IM Pei's brutalist colossus. www.dallasnews.com/opinion/comm...

Two golden towers off of Stemmons Freeway are becoming multifamily apartments. The towers were once home to the cosmetics firm Mary Kay which is seeking to move once again. www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

A vacant lot near the Bishop Arts District in Dallas could be getting closer to development. A developer is pushing to build an apartment building amid the objections of some neighbors. www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

A 3,000-home development centered around a working farm broke ground on Wednesday. Growing tomatoes, learning from beekeepers, and farmers markets could be a part of the experience. www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

Property tax levies fund teacher salaries, police and more, with school districts getting the biggest percentage. Find out where your money goes as part of a series on Dallas County property taxes: www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

The Boring Company selected Dallas and two other projects. The mile-long tunnel could stretch from the University Hills development to UNT if it passes approvals. A new company posts seems to say it could propose plans in April. www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

The best day to list your home in the D-FW area is approaching quickly. Two studies place the best day in April, but getting the timing right isn't the only thing that matters when selling a home. www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

One of Elon Musk's companies could be drilling into Dallas. Literally. A southern Dallas site is among 16 finalists for a tunnel project created by The Boring Company. www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

These five luxury houses in Southlake, Texas, are both fancy homes and fundraisers for St. Jude Children's Hospital. Here's how the homes raised money to help fight childhood cancer: www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

Dallas lost over half of its rental units under $1,000. Units dropped from over 98,000 to 47,000 in a two year period, according to a new CPAL report. www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

“When you go to construction sites and you see these high rises going up, you’re lucky to find a woman doing anything in a hard hat." Women Breaking Ground is hoping to change that with this development in southern Dallas. www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

My first story with the DMN: A historical home in Lakewood is back on the market after a renovation that doubled its size. The residential castle was the former home of Dallas Mayor RL Thornton. www.dallasnews.com/business/rea...

Some personal news: I took a new job at the Dallas Morning News. I'll be reporting on real estate issues in the metro area like affordability and new developments. Reach out to [email protected] with any tips!

Google's data center is moving forward in north Lincoln and as far as the city's power utility is concerned, it's already here. #LNK journalstar.com/news/local/b...

A new indoor pickleball facility is coming to north Lincoln. The family behind the new site are all Lincoln-based pickleball players. #LNK journalstar.com/news/local/b...

This toy store is an answer to millennial nostalgia. The store has Jonas brother's posters on the wall, the Lion King on VHS and 90s era toys. #LNK journalstar.com/news/local/b...

A new bar with a very Nebraskan name is opening in a familiar spot along Cornhusker Highway. #LNK journalstar.com/life-enterta...

A few businesses closed down as part of a national anti-ICE strike. However, many more stayed open, but said they would donate to services that support immigrants. #LNK journalstar.com/news/local/b...

A Lincoln ice cream store is planning a move further up North 27th Street and putting a new focus on food. Watch out for Cuba en Frutylu. #LNK journalstar.com/news/local/b...

Possible exposure could have taken place at a Lincoln Walmart and urgent care clinc recently.

Saro Cider and Lincoln Tool & Design received $50,000 each as part of a pilot grant program. The cider maker is hoping to expand its pasteurization capacity and the tool firm is going to buy a robotic welder. #LNK journalstar.com/news/local/b...

Nebraska's GDP had a slow start to 2025, but rallied later on. Economists had insights on how agriculture prices impacts the GDP and how this might be a "jobless expansion." journalstar.com/news/local/b...

Lincoln Children's Theatre has been searching for a permanent home for years. A unique building west of Holmes Lake is the answer to the theatre arts program's long wait. #LNK journalstar.com/article_605b...

Nebraska casinos earned $262 million in gaming revenue in 2025. The industry is now trying to add online sports betting which could be worth $127 million, according to a new report. journalstar.com/news/local/b...

A flour mill with over a century of history in Lincoln is ending its milling operations in the city and cutting about 30 positions. #LNK journalstar.com/news/local/b...

“It's good food, and it's fast.” Ty's BBQ, home of the Smashy burger, is getting closer to opening a new base of operations at 10th and High. #LNK journalstar.com/life-enterta...

Buc-ee's is coming to Nebraska. The City of Gretna announced Wednesday that it is working with the chain. The company is seeking to annex about 43 acres southeast of I-80 and Highway 31. From the Omaha World Herald: journalstar.com/news/state-r...

In 2024 the Lincoln Airport doubled its tax. Predictably, tax revenue also doubled, according to new documents. The tax increase is comparatively small but still brought in $10 million. journalstar.com/news/local/b...

Francesca's, a boutique retail store, is closing locations across the country. The Lincoln location in Gateway Mall has posted signs advertising a clearance sale. #LNK journalstar.com/news/local/b...

American Airlines' entrance into Lincoln comes with a $4 million price tag. AA will get a minimum revenue guarantee, a common practice to attract air service, of $2 million for two years. #LNK journalstar.com/news/local/b...

Meet the new executive director of the Lincoln Airport: Anthony Dudas. I asked him about the airport's direction after bringing in new airlines, what he's been able to learn about Lincoln so far and his worst flying experience. journalstar.com/news/local/b...

Lincoln added over 30 new restaurants in 2025. That included national chains like Hardees and local spots like The Golden Chickens. Here's a list that I hashed out with Grow Lincoln: journalstar.com/life-enterta...

Project O Street: The city is reopening bids for its O Street renovation project for after 3 Lincoln businesses were disqualified during the first bidding process. #LNK From @peterbreen.bsky.social journalstar.com/news/local/g...

Lots of Ndamukong Suh news today: In addition to getting inducted to the college football hall of fame, the former Husker is also set to speak about his work as an entrepreneur during an upcoming Lincoln Chamber event. #LNK journalstar.com/news/local/b...

A Costco chicken supplier and Nebraska company has a history of receiving the worst salmonella ratings from the USDA. journalstar.com/news/local/b...

The effort to legalize online sports betting in Nebraska through a ballot initiative started on Friday. A petition to start the signature gathering process was submitted on last week. journalstar.com/news/local/b...

Restaurant's are trying to reach people in different ways through pop-ups. #LNK The businesses pivoting to pop-ups include: The Parthenon ET's Sweets Rutabagas journalstar.com/life-enterta...

Marhaba Restaurant is a new Middle Eastern restaurant on 27th St. The restaurant's name means welcome in Arabic and the site's owners are hoping to welcome customers to eat Middle Eastern dishes and pastries. #LNK journalstar.com/life-enterta...

Leighton's Pub (north of East Campus) has been bought out by Let It Fly Sports bar, an aspiring chain with several Omaha locations. #LNK journalstar.com/life-enterta...

Wok Express has closed to make way for renovations to the building. #LNK journalstar.com/life-enterta...

Nebraska's new $15 minimum wage is ahead of some of it neighbors and behind others. Here's how it stands up in the region and to a living wage. I begged for this map and consider it my Christmas gift: journalstar.com/news/local/b...

Platte County's measles cases are rising, but are confined to a single household without community spread. Four total people have contracted the disease in the county. journalstar.com/news/state-r...

Lincoln now has 4 open 7 Brews. A location at 3320 N. 27th St. opened this morning. #LNK journalstar.com/life-enterta...

Some of the construction in downtown Lincoln has been replaced by a hotel. #LNK The Drury Plaza Hotel opened in December and is welcoming guests. For all of the Lincolnites who have watched this building rise up, here's a look inside: journalstar.com/news/local/b...