We begin our look at the state of the city, what Texans think of Matthew McConaughey as a potential candidate: Your weekend roundup

Abbott finds fault with Biden's treatment of cartels  [Morning roundup]( 04/18/2021 By Todd Davis and Narda Pérez Good morning! Here is a look at the top headlines of the weekend so far. ⛅ Weather: To wear shorts or not to wear shorts. That is the question. The mid-April cool spell continues and should stretch through the week, with no rain expected today. Low: 45. High: 70. 🔎 Prefer the online view? It's [here.]( (Michael Hogue / Staff Illustrator) SPECIAL REPORT [How can we ensure the future of Dallas is bright?]( Is Dallas a great city to live and work in and raise a family? Getting to the answer is as complex and multifaceted as the citizens who live here. But we’ll attempt to answer that question as part of [our new initiative, State of the City](. We’ll explore six issues that shape our region: Public Safety, Public Education, the Economy, Health Care, Social Justice, and Housing and Homelessness. It is our hope that by the end of this series, you feel like a more informed citizen who better understands Dallas’ and the region’s strengths and weaknesses, and that it inspires robust and productive conversations throughout our city.  ADVERTISEMENT POLITICS [Matthew McConaughey may be a viable candidate for Texas governor; poll shows actor ahead of Abbott]( Matthew McConaughey commands more support to be Texas’ next governor than incumbent Greg Abbott, [according to a poll released Sunday by The Dallas Morning News and the University of Texas at Tyler](. However, the film actor and political newcomer could hit potholes in either major party’s primary if he enters next year’s governor’s race, the poll found. For months, McConaughey has teased political pundits and TV talk show hosts with musings that he might enter politics in his home state. If he were to take the plunge and run for governor, the poll found, 45% of Texas registered voters would vote for McConaughey, 33% would vote for Abbott and 22% would vote for someone else.  And: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott demands Joe Biden add [cartels to his terrorist list]( but didn’t squawk when Trump decided not to.   Also: Have you taken a look at our Voter Guide yet? [It's time.](  ADVERTISEMENT (Juan Figueroa / Staff Photographer) PHOTO OF THE WEEKEND [National Selena Day got off to a slow start in Dallas, but ...]( Clara Villalobos poses in the Selena outfit she made during the Selena's 50th birthday celebration at Jaxon Beer Garden. Jaxon Beer Garden had a free event with a Selena costume contest, a DJ and live music from Selena tribute band Bidi Bidi Banda. The rain and cold almost ruined [National Selena Day]( in Dallas on Friday. It would have been the late singer’s 50th birthday. AROUND THE SITE - Crime: [A fifth-grade teacher]( in Azle ISD was arrested after sexually abusing a teen student for years, authorities say. - Dallas: [Four candidates]( who are challenging Carolyn King Arnold say progress is too slow in the Oak Cliff district. - Public health: The worldwide [COVID-19 death toll]( reached a staggering 3 million people. FINALLY... [Editorial board: Our recommendations in all May 1 elections]( The Dallas Morning News' editorial board interviewed candidates in 28 local elections, from the U.S. House to city council positions. Early voting in North Texas elections begins Monday. [Here are summaries of each race.]( ADVERTISEMENT  👋 That's all for this morning! For up-to-the-minute news and analysis, check out [DallasNews.com](. Share the love! If you like this newsletter, please forward this email to a friend and [check out our other newsletters here](. Do you have feedback? Send your thoughts, questions, praise and corrections to [the newsroom.]( STAY CONNECTED WITH US [Unsubscribe]( | [Free newsletters]( | [Dallasnews.com]( | [Subscriber login]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Contact us]( Copyright 2021 - [The Dallas Morning News, 1954 Commerce Street, Dallas, TX 75201, United States](