Jameela the gorilla; kolaches!; Cowboys 1st-rounder. Some of today’s top stories

Here’s a quick look at some of the top stories from the Fort Worth Star-Telegram today:

• Jameela, the baby gorilla born by emergency Cesarean section at the Fort Worth Zoo in January 2024, is thriving in her new home at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo two years after relocating. Former keepers who visited on May 13 said the 2-year-old has bonded with surrogate mother Fredrika and developed a playful, mischievous personality. Reporting by Harriet Ramos.
• Muslim Texans are increasingly mobilizing against politicians using anti-Muslim rhetoric, including campaigns by Mayes Middleton and Ken Paxton. Texas is home to more than 300,000 Muslim residents, the fifth-largest Muslim population in the United States. Reporting by Maven Navarro.
• Kenner’s Kolache Bakery, a 41-year-old classic Czech pastry shop in south Arlington, sits a few miles from where the Czech national soccer team is practicing during the FIFA World Cup 2026. Owner Troy Shepard has expanded the menu to 21 flavors, including new pina colada, raspberry and cherry cream cheese varieties. Reporting by Bud Kennedy.
• Dallas Cowboys first-round draft pick Malachi Lawrence is drawing praise from defensive line teammates at organized team activities. Kenny Clark highlighted the rookie’s technique and explosiveness, while Rashan Gary noted his work ethic and willingness to learn after signing a four-year, $20.22 million rookie deal. Reporting by Cal Phillips.

The summary points above were compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists. The source reporting referenced above was written and edited entirely by journalists.