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"The Odyssey" is still drawing crowds to Cinemark Dallas

Cinemark Dallas is one of only two theaters in Texas showing the film in 70mm IMAX.

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&quot;The Odyssey&quot; premiered a month ago and movie buffs are still flying or driving to Dallas to see the film in its purest form. Driving the news: Cinemark Dallas is one of only two theaters in Texas showing the film in 70mm IMAX. The theater extended its showtimes through Sept. 16 to accommodate the demand.

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North Texas usually tallies 20 days at or above 100 degrees every summer.

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North Texas has had 20 days at or above 100 degrees so far this year, per the National Weather Service.<ul><li>The region also hasn&#x27;t recorded any measurable rainfall in nearly a month.</li></ul>

Trial judge removed from next phase of Frisco murder case

The Karmelo Anthony case has drawn national attention for over a year.

A Collin County judge will no longer preside over the case of a 19-year-old man convicted of murder in the killing of a 17-year-old athlete during a track meet in Frisco last year.Why it matters: The case has drawn national attention for over a year, with court watchers focused on questions over whether Karmelo Anthony was justified in fatally stabbing Austin Metcalf during an argument between the two.

Plan your weekend: Scam prevention, city budgets and puppy love

Celebrate National Dog Day a few days early.

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Here&#x27;s what&#x27;s happening in Dallas-Fort Worth this weekend. 🤨 Sniff out fraud. Learn how to identify fraudsters and keep your wealth intact at a scam prevention workshop hosted by the Senior Source, Fifth Third Bank and a representative of the Federal Trade commission.

Meet the Mesquite twins having the World Cup experience of a lifetime

Carla and Alejandra Villarreal grew up watching soccer in Mexico. They're now among a small group of flag bearers for Dallas Stadium's matches.

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Carla and Alejandra Villarreal are accustomed to the synchrony of life as twins — but this World Cup has been a whole new ballgame for the second-grade teacher and financial analyst from Mesquite.Why it matters: The Villarreal twins have served as flag bearers for every World Cup match at Dallas Stadium so far, standing next to the teams they grew up watching on TV.

Argentina's Lionel Messi makes history in Arlington

Messi blasted past the men's World Cup goal-scoring record Monday, scoring twice.

Lionel Messi needed only one goal at Dallas Stadium on Monday to become the lone top goal scorer in World Cup history.<ul><li>He blasted past the record, scoring twice — and vaulting Argentina past Austria 2-0.</li></ul>

The World Cup games and players to watch in Dallas

Lionel Messi and Harry Kane are coming to Dallas Stadium.

North Texas will host the World Cup defending champion Argentina and one of the biggest long shots, Jordan. Why it matters: Some of the best teams and players in soccer will be playing in Arlington over the next few weeks.

Bye Pepsi, hi Coke: How Dallas Stadium is changing for the World Cup

The Netherlands and Japan play Dallas Stadium's first match on June 14.

The Dallas Cowboys have been partial to Pepsi for decades, but Coca-Cola is temporarily taking over their stadium this summer because of the World Cup.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The FIFA effect" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/dallas/2026/05/19/soccer-inspired-art-is-coming-to-north-texas-ahead-of-world-cup" data-vars-content-id="2a9096ec-936d-4a7c-a2bc-e23857d757a5" data-vars-headline="Bye Pepsi, hi Coke: How Dallas Stadium is changing for the World Cup" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/dallas/2026/05/19/soccer-inspired-art-is-coming-to-north-texas-ahead-of-world-cup" target="_self">The FIFA effect</a> means venues across North America are <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="covering their existing branding" data-vars-click-url="https://apnews.com/article/fifa-world-cup-stadiums-lumen-att-6660a5abed0cca0c164be6f1c3d2d7ed" data-vars-content-id="2a9096ec-936d-4a7c-a2bc-e23857d757a5" data-vars-headline="Bye Pepsi, hi Coke: How Dallas Stadium is changing for the World Cup" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://apnews.com/article/fifa-world-cup-stadiums-lumen-att-6660a5abed0cca0c164be6f1c3d2d7ed" target="_blank">covering their existing branding</a> and accommodating external sponsors and products.

How fans will arrive at World Cup games in Dallas-Fort Worth

Arlington doesn't have a public transit system, which has complicated the planning process.

AT&amp;T Stadium is the place to be for soccer fans for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="nine days" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/dallas/2025/12/06/dallas-2026-world-cup-schedule" data-vars-content-id="2d34dc8a-50f3-413b-8d13-1067009e7eb1" data-vars-headline="How fans will arrive at World Cup games in Dallas-Fort Worth" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/dallas/2025/12/06/dallas-2026-world-cup-schedule" target="_self">nine days</a> this summer — and the place to avoid for everyone else.Why it matters: North Texas has the opportunity to present the best version of itself when soccer fans descend on the region for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Nathan Eovaldi to pitch Texas Rangers opener in Philly

The Texas Rangers are starting the 2026 season on the road Thursday in Philadelphia, where they will reunite with <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Adolis García" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/dallas/2023/10/27/adolis-garca-texas-rangers-world-series" data-vars-content-id="64036667-200c-4bd4-9ffc-5b4f6674fb7d" data-vars-headline="Nathan Eovaldi to pitch Texas Rangers opener in Philly" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/dallas/2023/10/27/adolis-garca-texas-rangers-world-series" target="_self">Adolis García</a>.Why it matters: The long, not very cold winter is over.

Arlington prepares for its 1st Grand Prix

The IndyCar race will have 70 laps, covering around 191 miles.

Arlington&#x27;s entertainment district has turned into a temporary 2.73-mile street track for this weekend&#x27;s Java House Grand Prix of Arlington.Why it matters: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="inaugural IndyCar race" data-vars-click-url="https://www.gparlington.com/" data-vars-content-id="8e37007a-e3a3-4da6-8f57-a918843ca42d" data-vars-headline="Arlington prepares for its 1st Grand Prix" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.gparlington.com/" target="_blank">inaugural IndyCar race</a> shows there&#x27;s more to Arlington than football, baseball and Six Flags.

Perot Museum kicks off interactive soccer exhibition

Soccer meets STEM at the Perot Museum's new interactive exhibition.

The Perot Museum is kicking off <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Cup season" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/dallas/2026/03/06/mansfield-frisco-fifa-world-cup-base-camps" data-vars-content-id="9ba7442d-7d64-4903-85f4-6ec57f1e7663" data-vars-headline="Perot Museum kicks off interactive soccer exhibition" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/dallas/2026/03/06/mansfield-frisco-fifa-world-cup-base-camps" target="_self">World Cup season</a> with a massive interactive soccer exhibition.Why it matters: With Dallas set to host <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Cup matches" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/dallas/2025/06/12/world-cup-dallas-att-stadium" data-vars-content-id="9ba7442d-7d64-4903-85f4-6ec57f1e7663" data-vars-headline="Perot Museum kicks off interactive soccer exhibition" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/dallas/2025/06/12/world-cup-dallas-att-stadium" target="_self">World Cup matches</a> this summer, the display highlights soccer&#x27;s cultural impact while giving families a STEM-focused way to connect with the game.

Dallas-area Olympians to follow this month

Figure skater Amber Glenn is among the Olympians from North Texas.

The U.S. is sending its largest-ever delegation — 232 athletes! — to the Winter Olympics this month, and several of them have ties to North Texas.State of play: The Milan Olympics will be the most spread-out Olympics in history, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="per NBC" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nbcnews.com/sports/olympics/us-athlete-roster-milan-cortina-olympics-rcna255954" data-vars-content-id="8cee81dc-dae7-43fe-bc21-0ebb6f5830a0" data-vars-headline="Dallas-area Olympians to follow this month" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nbcnews.com/sports/olympics/us-athlete-roster-milan-cortina-olympics-rcna255954" target="_blank">per NBC</a>. Hockey, figure skating and speedskating will take place in Milan.

What's next for professional soccer in Dallas

The new Atlético Dallas is moving its headquarters to Dallas, near Fair Park.

Atlético Dallas plans to open a new headquarters near Fair Park, with a retail shop, restaurant, beer garden, sports bar and a soccer court.Why it matters: City leaders believe the men&#x27;s soccer team&#x27;s move to Dallas will energize Fair Park while giving residents more reasons to visit the neighborhood.

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The World Cup games and players to watch in Dallas