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Tornado, severe thunderstorm warnings for parts of North Texas as severe storms possible all weekend
Level 1 and 2 risks are in place for this weekend, with wind and hail being the two main threats, with any storms that do fire up east of a dryline sitting out to our west.
Coast Guard dad's surprise homecoming stuns son at Community High baseball game
Jeremy Conner returned from a yearlong deployment to surprise his son during the national anthem at the team's final game.
Cowboys draft Michigan edge rusher Jaishawn Barham in third round
Dallas continues its defense‑heavy draft after adding Caleb Downs and Malachi Lawrence in the first round.
Sentencing underway for Tanner Horner after guilty plea in Athena Strand murder: watch live
Tanner Horner is accused of killing 7-year-old Athena Strand after allegedly abducting and strangling her while delivering a package in 2022.
Medical examiner identifies toddler killed in East Oak Cliff: "A heartbreaking and unacceptable loss"
Neighbors describe a shaken community as detectives work to determine how the fatal shooting happened.
Cowboys acquire former TCU standout linebacker Dee Winters as 49ers add fifth‑round pick
Winters started every game this past season for San Francisco, recording a team‑leading 101 tackles.
Teachers testify about Tanner Horner's childhood as defense seeks to spare his life in Athena Strand trial
Jurors heard new details about Horner's childhood, support services and home environment during another day of defense testimony.
Dallas Police investigate how man died of apparent puncture death
Authorities are working to determine what led to the man's injuries and death after he was discovered near a busy Dallas roadway.
Interest in "service industry" jobs soars as AI threatens many white‑collar careers
A 20‑year‑old Fort Worth service tech is earning his degree debt‑free through a Dallas College-industry partnership, showing how skilled trades offer stable careers in an AI‑shifting economy.
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North Texas school bond elections on the ballots as early voting starts
Voters can approve or deny specific layers of the bond if they don't want to approve the whole package.
Arlington mayoral candidates differ over recent property tax rate increase
Arlington's mayoral race heats up as candidates clash over taxes, transparency, and city spending ahead of Election Day.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker on city's bond election, proposed data center, Fort Worth ISD takeover
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker discusses a controversial data center project. She tells Jack Fink about a city bond election for $845 million towards improvements for streets, parks, libraries, affordable housing, police and fire facilities, and animal care and the shelter.
Dallas voters to decide on record $6.2 billion Dallas ISD bond in May election
The bond would build 26 brand new schools, renovate and modernize all campuses, remove the 700 remaining portable classrooms, and upgrade security.
Dallas ISD board approves record $6.2 billion bond package for May ballot
Dallas voters will decide on a historic $6.2 billion school bond in May, the largest school bond proposal in Texas history.
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Severe storms possible as chances increase this weekend in North Texas. See timeline
Level 1 and 2 risks are in place for this weekend, with wind and hail being the two main threats, with any storms that do fire up east of a dryline sitting out to our west.
Hail, high winds possible all weekend for North Texas as chance for severe storms rises
A boundary will push as far south as DFW, and as it does this, it may erode some of the CAP and provide some fuel for an isolated storm or two to develop. Wind and hail will be the two main threats, along with a non-zero tornado threat.
Tornado, severe thunderstorm warnings for parts of North Texas as severe storms possible all weekend
Level 1 and 2 risks are in place for this weekend, with wind and hail being the two main threats, with any storms that do fire up east of a dryline sitting out to our west.
Severe storms stretch across plains as North Texas faces a weekend risk
A massive line of severe storms spans 1,000 miles, causing damage in Oklahoma. North Texas could see storm chances this weekend.
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Texas AG candidates call school choice, Ten Commandments laws unconstitutional
Democrats running for Texas attorney general are challenging two high-profile Republican-backed laws ahead of the May 26 runoff.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker on city's bond election, proposed data center, Fort Worth ISD takeover
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker discusses a controversial data center project. She tells Jack Fink about a city bond election for $845 million towards improvements for streets, parks, libraries, affordable housing, police and fire facilities, and animal care and the shelter.
Dallas County GOP Chair Allen West resigns more than one month after being re-elected
The party's executive committee will select an interim Chairman at their meeting on Monday.
Texas Democrats to propose bills after Dallas County primary voting confusion
Republicans won't require precinct voting on election day for the upcoming primary runoff on May 26. So, voters in both parties will be able to go to any voting center in the county.
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TEA names new Lake Worth ISD superintendent amid state takeover
The Texas Education Agency announced Thursday that Ena Meyers will be leading the district.
North Texas school bond elections on the ballots as early voting starts
Voters can approve or deny specific layers of the bond if they don't want to approve the whole package.
Dallas ISD book checkouts soar amid state's cellphone ban for public schools
From the first day of school to March 31, 2026, the district reported an increase of more than 200,000 additional books checked out compared to the previous year.
Fort Worth ISD to let some staff go amid state takeover
Classroom teachers, principals, librarians, nurses, or school counselors could be impacted.
Texas weighs Biblical texts in school curriculum amid debate
Texas is considering adding Biblical passages to required K-12 reading lists and revising social studies standards, sparking debate over religion and diversity.
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Coast Guard dad surprises son at Community High baseball game
A Coast Guard service member returned from a yearlong deployment and surprised his son before Community High School’s final baseball game in Nevada, Texas. The emotional reunion happened during the national anthem, ending with the two embracing on the field as the crowd cheered.
Fort Worth stolen‑parts case expands into fraud investigation with new victims
A Fort Worth stolen‑vehicle‑parts investigation has widened into a fraud case after police identified at least four victims and three more potential victims who came forward once the suspect’s photo was posted online. One victim, a woman with a learning disability, says she was misled while seeking help to fix her credit. Detectives say the number of victims may continue to grow.
EF-4 tornado tears through Enid, Oklahoma, injuring at least 10
An EF-4 tornado roughly 500 yards wide tore through Enid, Oklahoma, on Thursday night, carving a nine‑mile path of destruction and reducing several homes to rubble. Search crews spent hours Friday combing through debris to ensure no one was trapped. Authorities say at least 10 people were injured, but no deaths were reported — a result officials credit in part to residents taking shelter before the tornado hit.
Neighbors mourn toddler killed in South Dallas shooting
Neighbors in East Oak Cliff struggled to process the death of a 2‑year‑old child on Friday, a day after Dallas police said the toddler was shot and killed on Hemphill Drive. Residents described the area as typically quiet as they searched for answers about what led to the deadly shooting.
Dallas Zoo names new Sumatran tiger cub after conservation ranger
The Dallas Zoo has officially named its female Sumatran tiger cub Rina, a choice selected through a public vote. The name honors a ranger with the Sumatran Ranger Project, which partners with the zoo on conservation efforts. Staff previously named her brother Cirrus. Both cubs were recently spotted exploring their habitat with their mother, Suzuki. The zoo says there’s no set viewing schedule yet, but guests may catch glimpses of the cubs as they continue to grow and venture out.
Beyond the Border
Dilley residents' opinions split on living near controversial immigration detention facility
The self-proclaimed "Watermelon Capital of Texas" was once best known for its fruit output.
Fort Worth DACA recipient on edge awaiting work authorization ruling
An ongoing legal case threatens to strip work authorization from tens of thousands of Texas DACA recipients.
How the U.S. immigration landscape looks more than a year into President Trump's second term
More than a year into his second term, President Trump has maintained an aggressive approach to immigration.
North Texas pastor forced to self-deported could return sooner than thought after change in visa policy
Pastor Albert Oliveira said that prayers were definitely answered for him and for thousands of foreign-born religious workers who are caught up in a visa backlog.
How more Texas law enforcement agencies are working with federal immigration authorities
While the 287(g) program isn't new, it's dramatically grown in Texas over the past 12 months.
Trump's support among Latinos slips, Pew report shows
A new Pew survey shows Trump's support among Latinos slipping as many say his immigration and economic policies have worsened their situation.
Amid visa backlog, foreign-born North Texas pastor self-deports
Pastor Albert Oliveira is one of many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States forced to make the difficult decision to self-deport.
North Texas pastor among foreign-born religious workers forced to self-deport
Pastor Albert Oliveira is just one of the many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States choosing to self-deport amid a visa backlog.
U.S. immigrant population sees decline after record high, report finds
For decades, the nation's overall immigrant population has been climbing. But shifting policies are reversing that trend.
I-Team Investigations
Texas lawmakers look to address "notification fatigue"
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
The Amber Alert has a problem. Texans are tuning out.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
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North Texas explosion video raises concerns about old gas pipes
State records show regulators ordered the removal of a plastic gas pipe installed in the early 1970s after it was linked to multiple explosions and deaths in North Texas.
How police departments' poorly-enforced rules enable off-duty misconduct
Across the U.S., police officers moonlight in bars, clubs, and private security jobs with little oversight. A CBS News and Howard Center investigation reveals how weak policies allow misconduct, corruption, and threats to public safety to persist.
Nearly 30 years after a federal safety warning, another gas explosion raises questions in Lake Dallas
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Abandoned baby raises new questions about Texas' Baby Moses law
A North Texas baby placed under the safe haven law is at the center of a rare custody fight after the biological family came forward months later seeking to reclaim him.
After I-Team report uncovering pattern of complaints, Fort Worth City Council discusses first responders workers' comp issues
The city's human resources department presented plans to improve outcomes, including more accountability and adding new support positions to help employees navigate the process.
Injured Texas first responders face delays, denials in workers' comp system
An I-Team investigation found workers' comp issues for first responders are not isolated, raising questions about a system many describe as slow and adversarial.
Border wall won't be in Big Bend parks, officials say
Since early February, residents of the Big Bend region have been outspoken about border wall plans.
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The tariff impacts on one North Texas dealership's vehicle sales and customers
Nearly a year after speaking with North Texas Mitsubishi dealership owner Don Herring, Jack Fink revisits the conversation to discuss the impact the tariffs have had on his dealerships and customers.
Marcos Velez discusses his plan to win the Democratic vote for Lt. Governor
Candidate Marcos Velez tells Jack Fink about his plan to win the Democratic vote for Lt. Governor in the Primary runoff election on May 26.
Texas Rep. Vikki Goodwin discusses her plan to win Democratic vote for Lt. Governor
Texas Rep. Vikki Goodwin tells Jack Fink about her plan to win the Democratic vote for Lt. Governor in the Primary runoff election on May 26.
Candidate for Texas Attorney General, Texas Sen. Nathan Johnson on his plans to win the May runoff
State Senator and Democratic candidate for Texas Attorney General Nathan Johnson discusses his campaign for the primary runoff and his priorities.
Candidate for Texas Attorney General, Joe Jaworski on his plans to win the May runoff
Former Galveston mayor Joe Jaworski discusses his campaign for the primary runoff and his priorities.
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Rangers beat Pirates 6-1 as Jacob deGrom strikes out 10
Jacob deGrom had his 62nd career 10-strikeout game and the Texas Rangers hit two homers in a 6-1 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Dallas Cowboys dream draft: Cowboys are "Going for the Downs"
Bill Jones: The Cowboys will knock it out of the park if they can land Ohio State safety Caleb Downs and then trade down for extra picks.
Wild fall to Stars in double OT in game 3
Wyatt Johnston scored on a power-play deflection at 12:10 of the second overtime to give the Dallas Stars a 4-3 victory over the Minnesota Wild early Thursday for a 2-1 lead in the first-round series.
The 2026 NFL Draft is happening now. Here's how to watch.
Here is what to know about where and when to watch the 2026 NFL Draft.
Pirates rally late as Oneil Cruz's homer sinks Rangers 8-4
Oneil Cruz had the hardest-hit homer in the majors this season, a three-run shot off the top of the right-field foul pole in the ninth inning that powered the Pittsburgh Pirates to an 8-4 win over the Texas Rangers.
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Tornado, severe thunderstorm warnings for parts of North Texas as severe storms possible all weekend
Level 1 and 2 risks are in place for this weekend, with wind and hail being the two main threats, with any storms that do fire up east of a dryline sitting out to our west.
Coast Guard dad's surprise homecoming stuns son at Community High baseball game
Jeremy Conner returned from a yearlong deployment to surprise his son during the national anthem at the team's final game.
Cowboys draft Michigan edge rusher Jaishawn Barham in third round
Dallas continues its defense‑heavy draft after adding Caleb Downs and Malachi Lawrence in the first round.
Sentencing underway for Tanner Horner after guilty plea in Athena Strand murder: watch live
Tanner Horner is accused of killing 7-year-old Athena Strand after allegedly abducting and strangling her while delivering a package in 2022.
Medical examiner identifies toddler killed in East Oak Cliff: "A heartbreaking and unacceptable loss"
Neighbors describe a shaken community as detectives work to determine how the fatal shooting happened.
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Texas lawmakers look to address "notification fatigue"
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
The Amber Alert has a problem. Texans are tuning out.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
Exclusive
North Texas explosion video raises concerns about old gas pipes
State records show regulators ordered the removal of a plastic gas pipe installed in the early 1970s after it was linked to multiple explosions and deaths in North Texas.
Nearly 30 years after a federal safety warning, another gas explosion raises questions in Lake Dallas
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Abandoned baby raises new questions about Texas' Baby Moses law
A North Texas baby placed under the safe haven law is at the center of a rare custody fight after the biological family came forward months later seeking to reclaim him.
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The tariff impacts on one North Texas dealership's vehicle sales and customers
Nearly a year after speaking with North Texas Mitsubishi dealership owner Don Herring, Jack Fink revisits the conversation to discuss the impact the tariffs have had on his dealerships and customers.
Marcos Velez discusses his plan to win the Democratic vote for Lt. Governor
Candidate Marcos Velez tells Jack Fink about his plan to win the Democratic vote for Lt. Governor in the Primary runoff election on May 26.
Texas Rep. Vikki Goodwin discusses her plan to win Democratic vote for Lt. Governor
Texas Rep. Vikki Goodwin tells Jack Fink about her plan to win the Democratic vote for Lt. Governor in the Primary runoff election on May 26.
Dallas implements hiring freeze, overtime restrictions to help with budget woes
The city said current data shows its expenses will exceed the budget by $16.4 million.
Appeals court blocks Trump's asylum crackdown at U.S.-Mexico border
A three-judge appellate panel agreed with a lower court ruling that the Trump administration can't put aside laws allowing individuals to apply for asylum.
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Bimbo Bakeries moves headquarters to Texas after 17 years in Philadelphia area
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Nearly 30 years after a federal safety warning, another gas explosion raises questions in Lake Dallas
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Driverless taxi company Zoox to begin testing in Dallas
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Lawsuit accuses McDonald's of deception on grounds that McRib has no rib meat
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
See which retailers are changing their return policies for the holidays
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
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North Texas girl turns heart transplant journey into message of hope
After months waiting for a new heart, 9-year-old Penny found hope through music—and a second chance at life.
New Texas hemp rules now in effect. See which items are banned.
New Texas regulations took effect March 31 that capped THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
RFK Jr. challenges Dunkin' and Starbucks over sugary drinks
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
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Bimbo Bakeries moves headquarters to Texas after 17 years in Philadelphia area
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Dallas-based chocolatier Kate Weiser Chocolate to permanently close
Weiser said "the last few years has required a heavy financial lift to continue operating."
Bridge removal leaves Downtown Dallas businesses searching for customers
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
Video shows Amazon delivery drone crashing into apartment building
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
A who's who of powerful people named in the Epstein files
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
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Rangers beat Pirates 6-1 as Jacob deGrom strikes out 10
Jacob deGrom had his 62nd career 10-strikeout game and the Texas Rangers hit two homers in a 6-1 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Dallas Cowboys dream draft: Cowboys are "Going for the Downs"
Bill Jones: The Cowboys will knock it out of the park if they can land Ohio State safety Caleb Downs and then trade down for extra picks.
Wild fall to Stars in double OT in game 3
Wyatt Johnston scored on a power-play deflection at 12:10 of the second overtime to give the Dallas Stars a 4-3 victory over the Minnesota Wild early Thursday for a 2-1 lead in the first-round series.
The 2026 NFL Draft is happening now. Here's how to watch.
Here is what to know about where and when to watch the 2026 NFL Draft.
Pirates rally late as Oneil Cruz's homer sinks Rangers 8-4
Oneil Cruz had the hardest-hit homer in the majors this season, a three-run shot off the top of the right-field foul pole in the ninth inning that powered the Pittsburgh Pirates to an 8-4 win over the Texas Rangers.
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Afrika Bambaataa, hip-hop pioneer, dies at 68
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
Pooh Shiesty to remain in custody in Dallas case involving Gucci Mane
Federal magistrate Renee Harris Toliver told Pooh Sheisty that the evidence against him is strong.
Kanye West barred from entering U.K. after criticism over antisemitic remarks
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
Actress Tori Spelling hospitalized after Southern California crash
"Beverly Hills, 90210" actress Tori Spelling was involved in a two-car crash in Temecula on Thursday night, according to her manager and Riverside County Sheriff's Office officials.
British Prime Minister criticizes London festival for booking Kanye West
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was concerned about Kanye West's planned appearances at a London festival, given the rapper's past antisemitic remarks.
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Photos: Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returns to North Texas
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Texas Health NICU babies celebrate first Valentine's Day in style
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
Mavericks fans call for GM Nico Harrison's firing ahead of Anthony Davis' first home game
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
