Fire departments making big changes to protect first responders' health
According to the CDC, cancer is the leading cause of death among firefighters.
Plano neighbors' Christmas display dazzles, benefits a good cause in the process
On the corner of Biscayne Drive and Independence Parkway in Plano, there's a row of houses that draw a crowd every Christmas.
Armed Forces Bowl to go on despite arctic blast
With temperatures expected to drop into the teens, many fans are reconsidering plans to attend the game.
Dallas' Deaf Action Center creates community for those often excluded
The DAC's executive director, Heather Hughes, believes in hiring deaf and hard of hearing individuals. After all, she's deaf herself.
Heart attack risks rise during the holidays, how can you be prepared to help?
The American Heart Association reports new research has found more people die from heart attacks in the last week of December than any other time of year.
How to hire a reputable roofer in Texas and why it's so easy to get scammed
Where hail falls, contractors follow.
North Texas cities intervening to help offenders predicted to repeat crimes
Police departments in two North Texas cities have launched new programs trying to predict who's most likely to commit future crimes.
Hate crimes against LGBTQ+ people on the rise in North Texas
On the day dedicated to remembering trans- and nonbinary victims of violence, there are suddenly five more deaths to mourn in Colorado.
Denton County fire chief arrested, charged for stealing nearly $500,000
Denton County ESD Chief Mac Hohenberger has been arrested and charged with stealing nearly $500,000 from his department and accused of failing to properly fund firefighters' retirement accounts.
School districts use legal loopholes to ensure classes have enough teachers
For grades four and under, state law sets a limit of 22 students per class, but there are plenty of ways to get around that.
Air show crash highlights risks taken by pilots, as many safety precautions focus on spectators
A deadly collision between two planes at the Wings Over Dallas air show Saturday highlights the inherent risk at air shows.
Electric cars pose new challenge for North Texas first responders
With an electric revolution underway, more cars on the road these days have no engine, no exhaust pipe, and no gas tank. It's posing a new challenge for first responders who may not be familiar with the mechanics of an electric vehicle.
After Grapevine Colleyville ISD cancelled its book fairs, parents organized their own
After Grapevine Colleyville ISD cancelled its Scholastic book fairs, a group of parents stepped in this weekend to hold their own.
Dog bites have surged as number of Dallas animal control officers plummet
Dallas Animal Services reports its been ill equipped this past year to tackle the challenge due to the lack of officers on duty.
Parole Board: Prison guard shortage not a factor in release of hospital shooting suspect
The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles says prison and staffing issues are not considered in their decisions.