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Arlington man finds rapid relief from Parkinson's with new incision‑free treatment
UT Southwestern doctors used focused ultrasound to ease the 72‑year‑old veteran's tremors within seconds.
Missy Bevers' 2016 Midlothian murder remains unsolved 10 years later
Loved ones and podcast hosts hope renewed attention will bring new information to investigators.
Sentencing underway after Horner guilty plea in Athena Strand killing: how to 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.
Cyclist dies in collision along Sam Rayburn Tollway service road in McKinney, police say
The crash at Alma Drive and the Sam Rayburn Tollway service road remains under investigation.
Flower girls brighten days at Dallas recovery center
The student volunteers say their bouquets help lift spirits for people working through substance use recovery.
One dead, juvenile critically hurt after DFR ambulance collides with SUV, authorities say
Police say the DFR ambulance was responding to a call when the collision occurred.
Singer d4vd arrested on suspicion of murder in death of Celeste Rivas, LAPD says
Singer and songwriter d4vd has been arrested on suspicion of murder for the death of a 14-year-old whose dismembered body was found last year in a Tesla belonging to the singer.
Gov. Greg Abbott warns Dallas could lose $32 million over police department's ICE policy
A newly obtained letter shows the governor pressing Dallas for answers on its police policy at the center of a growing immigration enforcement dispute over ICE.
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ICE head Todd Lyons planning to leave agency this spring
Todd Lyons, the acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is planning to leave the federal government later this spring.
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Gear up for nearly 40 degree drop in temperatures by the end of the weekend in North Texas
The big story is that a cold front will be moving into North Texas this weekend, raising the chance for more rain and storms, as temperatures drop. Temperatures on Sunday morning will dip down into the mid to upper 40s.
North Texas sees brief break from rain before chances return this weekend
North Texas will see a nice break from any rain before chances quickly return late Friday to Saturday.
Quiet and warm days ahead before a weekend cold front in North Texas
Looking ahead to Thursday and Friday, it's mainly quiet and warm.
Severe storms tracking north of DFW; hail and heavy rain continue across region
Storms are intensifying north of the metroplex with hail, lightning and heavy rain reported, while DFW’s severe threat continues to drop.
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2026 Texas primary election results from key local races
Texans cast their ballots in the 2026 primaries, choosing their parties' candidates for key races.
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.
Cornyn looks to Rep. Hunt and President Trump for support against Paxton
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn said he has reached out to Rep. Wesley Hunt and his supporters as he attempts to hold onto his seat against AG Ken Paxton in the upcoming GOP primary runoff on May 26.
In effort to turn Texas blue, Democratic nominees hold joint rallies
Texas Democrats feel that the 2026 midterms present their best chance to win a statewide election in years.
RNC considering Dallas to host special midterm convention
RNC representatives toured the American Airlines Center last month.
Supreme Court hears case over mail ballots that arrive after Election Day
The Supreme Court is considering a challenge to a Mississippi law that allows ballots that are postmarked by but received up to five days after Election Day to be counted.
Robert Mueller, former FBI director and special counsel, dies at 81
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
SAVE America Act becomes key issue in Texas GOP Senate primary
Sen. John Cornyn reversed his position on killing the filibuster amid pressure from President Trump, Ken Paxton.
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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.
GOP runoff battle for Texas Attorney General between Chip Roy and Mayes Middleton
The Republican candidates, State Senator Mayes Middleton and Central Texas Congressman Chip Roy, are in a very contentious fight.
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.
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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.
Committees recommend closing 4 Keller ISD schools as enrollment drops
Keller ISD is considering closing four schools and consolidating campuses to address declining enrollment and a projected budget shortfall.
Open enrollment begins April 1 for Dallas ISD's first universal free pre-K
This is the first year Dallas ISD will offer tuition-free pre-K for all 3 and 4-year-olds.
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Arlington man with Parkinson’s finds brief relief through mix of faith and science
The Dallas Area Parkinson’s Society says about 15,000 North Texans are living with the disease, and one Arlington man is showing how a mix of faith and science has brought him moments of relief. Bud Lovell, 70, spent his life repairing radios and machines, but Parkinson’s brought him something he couldn’t fix — his own hands. He said he first noticed symptoms when he lost his sense of smell and later experienced tremors under stress.
Governor warns Dallas could lose public safety funding over immigration policy
The Texas governor’s office is threatening to pull millions in public safety funding from the City of Dallas over its immigration policies, according to a letter sent to Mayor Eric Johnson. The governor cites a policy he says allows Dallas police to decline cooperation with federal immigration authorities and warns the city could be required to repay $32 million if the department does not change course.
Ten years later, Missy Bevers’ 2016 Midlothian murder remains unsolved
Friday marks 10 years since the unsolved murder of Missy Bevers, and while police say the investigation remains active, friends and podcast hosts continue working to keep her story in the public eye by sharing memories of the fitness‑driven wife and mother of three and revisiting the case on their show. Surveillance video from April 18, 2016, showing a person in tactical gear inside Creekside Church in Midlothian remains one of the most haunting elements of the investigation, and those closest to Bevers hope renewed attention will encourage someone with information to finally come forward.
Dallas teens bring flowers — and hope — to people in recovery
Three Dallas high school juniors are creating and delivering handmade flower arrangements to residents at Trevor’s Place, the new wraparound service center for the Dallas 24 Hour Club. The teens assemble bouquets on-site to brighten the days of people working through substance‑use recovery, offering small gestures of encouragement during difficult moments. Residents say the unexpected kindness makes a meaningful difference.
Reporting Under the Influencers | Texas Monthly
Texas Monthly’s Ben Rowen says political campaigns are increasingly using social media influencers to push their messages directly to targeted audiences. Republicans leaned on influencers effectively in 2020 and 2022, and Democrats have expanded similar efforts heading into 2024. The discussion highlights how influencers now play a significant role in shaping political messaging outside traditional media channels.
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
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.
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.
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.
Medicare freezes new supplier enrollment as Russian‑linked Texas fraud case unfolds
The moratorium does not affect companies already enrolled in Medicare.
Is Texas ready for the fast-approaching data center boom?
The state is already home to nearly 400 data centers, but hundreds more are in the works.
Newly released dashcam video shows 90‑second Fort Worth police chase that killed bystander
The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
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Dallas County GOP Chairman Allen West earlier this week discusses voting controversy, potential to s
Chairman of the Dallas County GOP, Allen West, discusses the recent controversy over voting on Election Day, March 3, and the resulting political fallout. In an interview recorded two days before he announced his resignation, West spoke with Jack Fink about the potential he could step down.
Dallas ISD Bond campaign co-chair says the funding is worth the cost added to property taxes
Dallas ISD Bond Campaign Co-Chair and former School Board Trustee Miguel Solis tells Jack Fink about the record bond package valued at $6.2 billion. If voters approve, they will agree to raise their property tax rate by one cent. Solis describes why the funding is worth the cost to voters.
Congressman Chip Roy discusses why he should be the Republican candidate for Texas Attorney General
Central Texas Congressman Chip Roy tells Jack Fink about his plan to win in the upcoming May 26 runoff election for the open Texas attorney general's seat. In the March election, he finished with 32% of the vote, second to Texas Sen. Mayes Middleton with more than 39% of the vote.
State Sen. Mayes Middleton discusses why he should be the GOP candidate for Texas Attorney General
Republican State Senator Mayes Middleton discusses the March 3 primary election results and his campaign to win next month. In the March election, Middleton received more than 39% of the vote and received the endorsement from another Republican candidate, Aaron Reitz.
Youngest Grand Prairie City Council Member ever is Texas Representative-Elect for 101st District
Junior Ezeonu is the Democratic State Representative-Elect for the 101st District after defeating veteran Texas House member Chris Turner by a 53% to 47% margin in the Democratic primary on March 3. He tells Jack Fink what the key was to earning more votes than Turner.
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Azzi Fudd, dubbed "The People's Princess", is introduced by the Wings
The UConn star is now joining what many are calling one of the best revamped rosters of the upcoming 2026 season.
Arlington weighs $273 million plan to upgrade AT&T Stadium, extend Dallas Cowboys deal
The agenda for next week's city council meeting includes a proposal to contribute what will be $273 million in upgrades to the stadium.
Stars clinch 50-win season, top Sabres in shootout finale
Jake Oettinger stopped 21 shots and two of Buffalo's four shootout opportunities.
Stars rally past Maple Leafs 6-5 as Mavrik Bourque records first NHL hat trick
Mavrik Bourque had his first NHL hat trick and added an assist as the Dallas Stars rallied from a pair of deficits and beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-5.
Lynx select Olivia Miles with No. 2 overall pick in 2026 draft
The Minnesota Lynx selected guard Olivia Miles with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA draft on Monday.
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Arlington man finds rapid relief from Parkinson's with new incision‑free treatment
UT Southwestern doctors used focused ultrasound to ease the 72‑year‑old veteran's tremors within seconds.
Missy Bevers' 2016 Midlothian murder remains unsolved 10 years later
Loved ones and podcast hosts hope renewed attention will bring new information to investigators.
Sentencing underway after Horner guilty plea in Athena Strand killing: how to 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.
Cyclist dies in collision along Sam Rayburn Tollway service road in McKinney, police say
The crash at Alma Drive and the Sam Rayburn Tollway service road remains under investigation.
Flower girls brighten days at Dallas recovery center
The student volunteers say their bouquets help lift spirits for people working through substance use recovery.
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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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ICE head Todd Lyons planning to leave agency this spring
Todd Lyons, the acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is planning to leave the federal government later this spring.
U.S. intelligence detects signs China is weighing giving Iran advance radar systems
The technology would enhance Iran's ability to detect and track incoming threats, like low-flying drones and cruise missiles.
Caine warns "we will use force" if Iran does not comply with blockade
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday thatthe U.S. military can "make the transition" from the blockade to "major combat operations."
Dallas County GOP Chairman Allen West earlier this week discusses voting controversy, potential to s
Chairman of the Dallas County GOP, Allen West, discusses the recent controversy over voting on Election Day, March 3, and the resulting political fallout. In an interview recorded two days before he announced his resignation, West spoke with Jack Fink about the potential he could step down.
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.
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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.
Delta faces first lawsuits in Toronto plane crash
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
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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.
Norovirus outbreak forces North Texas middle school to close on Friday
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
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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.
Dallas coffee chain faces backlash after employee walkout over ICE discount
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
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Azzi Fudd, dubbed "The People's Princess", is introduced by the Wings
The UConn star is now joining what many are calling one of the best revamped rosters of the upcoming 2026 season.
Arlington weighs $273 million plan to upgrade AT&T Stadium, extend Dallas Cowboys deal
The agenda for next week's city council meeting includes a proposal to contribute what will be $273 million in upgrades to the stadium.
Stars clinch 50-win season, top Sabres in shootout finale
Jake Oettinger stopped 21 shots and two of Buffalo's four shootout opportunities.
Stars rally past Maple Leafs 6-5 as Mavrik Bourque records first NHL hat trick
Mavrik Bourque had his first NHL hat trick and added an assist as the Dallas Stars rallied from a pair of deficits and beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-5.
Lynx select Olivia Miles with No. 2 overall pick in 2026 draft
The Minnesota Lynx selected guard Olivia Miles with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA draft on Monday.
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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.
