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Early voters mostly supported Dallas’ propositions. Here’s what they rejected
Early voters rejected efforts to increase the pay for Dallas’ leaders but mostly approved of 13 other propositions backed by the City Council, according to unofficial preliminary election results.
Just 42% of early voters supported Proposition C. It would increase the mayor’s salary to $90,000 and the council members’ pay to $110,000.
There are 18 propositions on the Nov. 5 election ballot for Dallas voters. Four of them, Propositions R, S, T and U, were successfully petitioned onto the ballot through signature-gathering drives led by two nonprofit groups. Proposition A is a city code amendment the City Council sent to voters. The other 13 propositions were the result of a yearlong process to update the city’s charter. They include raising salaries, banning term-limited former council members from being eligible to be elected again and adding a preamble at the beginning of the charter.
Dallas’ charter is typically updated once every 10 years. It determines the powers of city government and how it operates and is structured.
The 15-member Dallas City Council was not in alignment on recommendations for how voters should weigh in on the entire slate of 18 propositions and there are no organized support or opposition groups for propositions A – Q.
Mayor Eric Johnson and council member Cara Mendelsohn told voters to reject all 18 propositions saying they felt too many of the proposals were “unwise, unnecessary and underdeveloped.” Johnson, Mendelsohn and the rest of the City Council urged voters not to support Propositions S, T and U, which would set new mandates for police spending and the city manager’s job status and bonuses, as well as make it easier for residents to sue the city.
Council members Adam Bazaldua, Zarin Gracey, Jaime Resendez and Chad West have publicly supported decriminalizing low levels of marijuana in Dallas, citing such arrests disproportionately affecting Black and Latino communities and concern it diverts police attention away from more serious crimes. Proposition R would ban Dallas police from arresting people on suspicion of carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.
West, on his X account last month, said he voted for Propositions A-R and against S, T, and U.
If none of the propositions pass, a new slate of proposals to update the charter could go to voters as soon as May. Otherwise, the soonest voters could consider new charter amendments would be in another two years.
Here’s a summary of the propositions backed by the majority of the City Council:
Proposition A has 68% of the early votes. This proposal makes a series of changes impacting the pension system for civilian employees as well as the board that oversees it. It adds language to the Dallas code that puts term limits for six of the seven pension board members. This amendment would eliminate a cap on the maximum amount the city can contribute, increase the contribution percentage for some members, and add language allowing the City Council to approve giving lump-sum payments to the pension fund.
Proposition B has 71% of the early votes. This proposal adds a preamble to the beginning of the city charter, which is essentially a mission statement saying Dallas is an equitable democracy, comprised of representatives that act to make the city fair, equitable, just, and safe for all residents.
Proposition C has 42% of the early votes. This proposal would raise the annual salary of Dallas’ mayor from $80,000 to $110,000 and the pay of the 14 district council members from $60,000 to $90,000. The change would go into effect starting in January. It would also allow yearly adjustments to the salaries equal to the year-over-year percentage increase in the local consumer price index.
Proposition D has 65% of the early votes. This proposal would remove references in the charter requiring City Council elections to be held in May and allow the City Council to set the election date via a resolution or ordinance. State legislators must separately also approve allowing Dallas to move council elections from May.
Proposition E has 69% of the early votes. This proposal would eliminate the ability of prior mayors or council members coming back to run for City Council after previously being elected and serving the maximum number of terms.
Proposition F has 67% of the early votes. This proposal clarifies that the city secretary and city auditor can hire and fire all employees in their offices. The charter currently just lists assistants.
Proposition G has 70% of the early votes. This would add language to the charter to restrict who can be appointed by a City Council member to the redistricting committee. The new criteria would disqualify relatives of council members, registered city lobbyists, people who have contractual obligations with the city, and others with ties to the city or elected officials.
Proposition H has 51% of the early votes. This proposal eliminates the requirement that members of the Redistricting Commission, City Plan Commission, Civil Service Board, and Park and Recreation Board be registered to vote, qualified voters, or qualified taxpaying citizens. Removing this requirement would put the eligibility of members who serve on these four groups in line with the rest of Dallas’ around 50 volunteer citizen boards and commissions.
Proposition I has 53% of the early votes. This proposal would increase the time people have to collect valid voters’ signatures on petitions to create a ballot proposition for a new Dallas ordinance in the city code or to change an existing one. The deadline extends from 60 days to 120. This proposition would also lower the number of valid voters’ signatures necessary on petitions. The minimum requirement drops from 10% of Dallas-qualified voters to 5%. The current 10% requirement equals around 70,000 signatures.
Proposition J has 61% of the early votes. This proposal would allow the City Council to replace appointed members of boards and commissions at any time before the end of that board or commission member’s two-year term via a majority council vote.
Proposition L has 69% of the early votes. This change would create a new chapter in the charter, moving the Inspector General division out of the city attorney’s office and establishing it as its own office. The Inspector General would report directly to the City Council rather than the city attorney.
Proposition O has 79% of the early votes. This proposal would update the charter to clarify the current position of Dallas associate municipal court judges and state that their qualifications are the same as municipal judges.
Proposition P has 53% of the early votes. This proposal would eliminate a charter requirement for a city employee who appeals their demotion or termination to an administrative law judge to pay half the costs for having that official conduct an appeal hearing.
Proposition Q has 71% of the early votes. This proposal approves a series of changes for Dallas’ charter to conform to state law and city code, correct and clarify language and match actual city practices.
Egypt takes on the Socceroos on Friday, July 3. See ticket prices for Dallas
Editor’s note: See all updated scenarios for the 2026 World Cup tournament bracket
The most volatile group has come to a close at the 2026 World Cup.
Egypt and Iran played to a 1-1 draw late on Friday night, which allowed Belgium to rise up from third place all the way to the top spot in the group while Egypt took second. Iran will have to wait and see if their third place finish is good enough to qualify for the knockout round.
As the Group G runner up, Egypt will take on Australia in the round of 32.
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Australia finished as the second-place team in Group D, sitting on four points. Egypt and Australia will face off in Dallas on Friday, July 3, the final match of the round of 32.
Here is everything you need to know in order to buy Egypt vs. Australia World Cup tickets.
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Egypt vs. Australia round of 32 World Cup tickets
As of publication, the cheapest ticket to attend the Egypt vs. Australia costs $834. Lower-level seats for the round of 32 match at AT&T Stadium in Dallas start at $1,083.
Egypt World Cup next opponent
Egypt will take on Australia in the round of 32. Australia finished as the runner up in Group D, finishing the group stage with one win, one draw and one loss.
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Egypt World Cup schedule
- June 15 – Egypt vs. Belgium at Lumen Field in Seattle – DRAW 1-1
- June 21 – Egypt vs. New Zealand at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver – WIN 3-1
- June 26 – Egypt vs. Iran at Lumen Field in Seattle – DRAW 1-1
- Friday, July 3 – Australia vs. Group G runner up at AT&T Stadium in Dallas (round of 32) – Shop tickets
World Cup Group G Standings
| TEAM | POINTS | RECORD |
| Belgium | 5 | 1-2-0 |
| Egypt | 5 | 1-2-0 |
| Iran | 3 | 0-3-0 |
| New Zealand | 1 | 0-1-2 |
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Australia World Cup schedule
- Australia vs. Turkey – WIN 2-0
- Australia vs. United States – LOSS 2-0
- Australia vs. Paraguay – DRAW 1-1
- Friday, July 3 – Australia vs. Group G runner up at AT&T Stadium in Dallas (round of 32) – Shop tickets
World Cup Group D Standings
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Restaurants across Dallas-Fort Worth are doubling down on their patriotism for the Fourth of July and America’s 250th birthday, firing up limited-time deals and celebratory menus that range from elevated, reservation-only experiences and skyline dinners to casual fast-food specials, family meal packs, and grab-and-go treats designed for star-spangled celebrations. Special props to those that have found a way to work in “1776” and “250.”
Here are the DFW spots offering patriotic specials and deals. (Note: This list will grow as more are announced closer to the holiday.) For a list of top 4th of July events and fireworks, go here.
Black Sheep Coffee is celebrating America’s birthday over Fourth of July weekend with $4 matcha drinks from July 3-5. The special is good for small Iced Vanilla Matcha, Iced Blueberry Matcha, and Iced Strawberry & Cream Matcha drinks, with a $1 upgrade to a 16-ounce medium. The offer is available in-store and through the app at all four DFW locations.
Cantina Laredo is bringing back its patriotic USA ‘Rita for the Fourth of July weekend. Available July 3-5 at the Addison and Frisco locations, the festive frozen cocktail puts a red, white, and blue spin on the restaurant’s signature Casa ‘Rita with layers of Blue Curaçao and strawberry purée.
USA ‘Rita at Cantina LaredoPhoto courtesy of Cantina Laredo
El Chico is spicing up Independence Day weekend with Family Meal Packs available July 4-5 at its Rockwall location only (503 Interstate 30, Rockwall). Options include Family Fajitas ($73.99) with chicken, steak, or both; Family Tacos ($47.99) with 12 tacos and sides of rice and refried beans; and Family Enchiladas ($49.99) with a choice of beef, cheese, spinach, or chicken enchiladas, all serving six to eight people.
Ford’s Garage, the Plano burger and craft beer restaurant inspired by the heritage of the Ford Motor Company, is celebrating America’s 250th with a patriotic meal deal available July 1-4: an American Standard Burger, fries, and select draft beers or a soft drink for for $17.76, in tribute to the nation’s founding in 1776.
HTeaO tea shops are celebrating the Fourth of July with a pair of patriotic summer specials. Through Labor Day, the tea chain is serving a limited-time Blue Razzler Energy Refresher topped with vanilla cold foam and red, white, and blue sprinkles in a commemorative America’s 250th cup. From July 1-4, participating locations will also offer three gallons of freshly brewed tea for $17.76, a nod to the year the United States declared its independence.
JD’s Chippery is celebrating Independence Day with festive Fireworks Cookie Cakes, available in a variety of sizes and cookie flavors with hand-decorated patriotic designs. The bakery’s Preston Royal location is also hosting a daily Cookie Happy Hour through July 31 from 5-7 pm, featuring a buy-one, get-one-free cookie deal.
JW Steakhouse at the JW Marriott Dallas is marking Independence Day with a four-course dinner for two on July 4. Priced at $195 per couple, the menu includes buffalo bison cigars and shrimp ceviche tostadas, a toasted farro salad with Fredericksburg peaches, a pepper-crusted tomahawk steak with charred cipollini onions and black garlic truffle purée, and chipotle chocolate cake with Garrison Brothers bourbon cherry sauce. Optional wine pairings are available for an additional charge.
Kessaku will offer a Fourth of July experience with limited window seating atop The National in downtown Dallas. Guests can reserve exclusive window tables with a $250 deposit, securing panoramic skyline and fireworks views from one of Dallas’ highest dining destinations.
Luckys Diner on Oak Lawn Avenue is celebrating Independence Day with a Stars, Strips & Sausage special available July 1-4. The $10.49 meal includes a grilled sausage plate with potato salad and pinto beans, with the option to add a slice of apple pie.
Monarch is marking Independence Day with Stars, Stripes & Skyline, a Fourth of July celebration atop The National on July 4. The experience features a prix-fixe dinner priced at $150 per person (with a $55 children’s menu), served from 5:30-10 pm, along with optional window seating for fireworks views. The menu will include dishes such as wagyu filet, wood-grilled branzino, hamachi crudo, hearth-grilled lamb ribs, and a shared s’mores dessert. Monarch is also offering a limited-time gift card promotion over the July 4 weekend: purchase a $250 gift card and receive a $50 bonus card for a future visit, available July 4-5.
Nothing Bundt Cakes is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a lineup of festive cakes and patriotic-themed desserts. Seasonal offerings include a patriotic decorated cake, Fireworks and Freedom Bundtini toppers, and the return of S’mores Made With Hershey’s through July 19, featuring chocolate cake with milk chocolate chips, marshmallows, and graham streusel. From July 3-5, Bundtastic Rewards members can earn 250 bonus points on any purchase as part of the holiday promotion.
Nothing Bundt Cakes are getting patriotic for the 4th.Photo courtesy of Nothing Bundt Cakes
Sonic is celebrating America’s 250th with a limited-time America $2.50 Menu available through July 12. Participating locations are offering fan favorites for $2.50 each, including the returning Red, White & Blue Slush Float, Jr. Double Cheeseburger, All-American Hot Dog, and medium onion rings. The chain is also serving drinks in limited-edition commemorative cups.
The Statler in downtown Dallasis celebrating Independence Day and America’s 250th birthday on July 4 with all-day dining, drink specials, and rooftop festivities across its venues, including Overeasy, Scout, and Waterproof. Overeasy is offering breakfast specials like BBQ Brisket Benedict, Red, White & Blue Pancakes, and Firecracker Omelets from 7 am-2 pm. Later in the day, Scout and Waterproof will serve classic American fare such as burgers, ribs, and smoked sausage alongside themed cocktails like Uncle Sam’s Punch, Star Spangled Spritz, and The Patriot. The celebration culminates at Waterproof with a rooftop pool and fireworks watch party from 7 pm-1 am, featuring a $35 cover charge, live entertainment, and patriotic frozen treats and cocktails.
Editor’s note: See World Cup standings and scenarios updated in real time
The Socceroos live on at the 2026 World Cup.
Australia and Paraguay played to a 0-0 draw on Thursday night, which was good enough for Australia to secure second place in Group D and advance to the knockout stage of the tournament. Paraguay is likely to advance as a high-ranking third place team, but nothing is confirmed at the moment.
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Australia will head to Dallas where they will play their first elimination match on Friday, July 3 against the second-place team from Group G.
While we don’t yet know Australia’s opponent, we know the location, date and time of the match, which means tickets are already available. Here is everything you need to know in order to buy Australia World Cup tickets in Dallas.
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Australia round of 32 World Cup tickets
As of publication, the cheapest round of 32 ticket to see Australia in Dallas on Friday, July 3 is $937. Any ticket for less than $1,000 at this point in the tournament is a steal considering most other prices.
Australia Round of 32 opponent
As the runner-up of Group D, Australia will take on the second-place finisher from Group G. Australia’s opponent will be finalized on Friday, but given the current standings it could be any of the following four teams:
- Egypt
- Iran
- Belgium
- New Zealand
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Australia World Cup schedule
- Australia vs. Turkey – WIN 2-0
- Australia vs. United States – LOSS 2-0
- Australia vs. Paraguay – DRAW 1-1
- Friday, July 3 – Australia vs. Group G runner up at AT&T Stadium in Dallas (round of 32) – Shop tickets
World Cup Group D Standings
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