Kaufman County district attorney Mike McLelland is the second official to bemurdered.

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Assistant DA Mark Hasse was slain outside the Kaufman County Courthouse inJanuary.

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2012 by the numbers: Harsh truths, amazing staircases and endless bathrooms

South American food, like this ceviche from Nazca Kitchen in Dallas, will becomemore popular in 2013.

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Kale, like this kale salad served at Woodshed Smokehouse in Fort Worth, willonly get bigger in 2013.

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Soba noodles at Tei An are made onsite by chef-owner Teiichi "Teach" Sakurai.

Photo by Brad Murano
Chicken is getting an upgrade at restaurants such as FT33 in Dallas.

Photo by Teresa Gubbins
We already knew chicken was hot, thanks to restaurants like Chicken Scratch thatare elevating the comfort-food staple.

Photo by Jennifer Chininis
Technomic predicts a surge in diner- and deli-inspired meaty sandwiches, likethis roast beef at East Hampton Sandwich Co.

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Expect more locally made liquor and craft beer, like Deep Ellum Brewing Company.

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