Police: Street Racing Bust In Fort Worth Leads To 67 Arrests, Citations
Around 67 people were either arrested or cited Friday evening after Fort Worth officers learned of an alleged street racing event, police said.
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Around 67 people were either arrested or cited Friday evening after Fort Worth officers learned of an alleged street racing event, police said.
Police said it happened at 3008 W Normandale Street around 11:20 a.m. behind a Harley Davidson dealership.
Most of the 911 call-takers and dispatchers are resigning the report says, pointing to stress, mandatory overtime, culture and personality conflicts, and low pay as the reasons for leaving.
A suspect is on the loose after police said a person was shot in the head during a meeting to buy a used car in Fort Worth.
Two teenagers were injured Friday evening after a shooting at an apartment in Fort Worth.
The Fort Worth Fire Department has stepped in to help with 911 medical calls as police deal with staffing issues in their communications division.
There have been 61 homicides through July 14 according to the Fort Worth Police Department, compared to 48 during the same time period in 2020.
An arrest has been made after a pickup truck driver hit a kid on a bicycle and drove away from the area without helping, police said.
"We are seeing way too much gun violence across the nation. We are seeing it here in Fort Worth, we are seeing it in the metroplex" said Fort Worth Police Chief Neil Noakes.
Eight people were injured early Sunday after a shooting near a car wash in Fort Worth, police said.
"Man… and just a few seconds later I heard gunshots," said Isel Valenzuela who was driving down I-35 near Heritage Trace Parkway on Friday. "Everybody slammed on their brakes, and I was only about three cars behind where it happened."
Police said Tuesday, that the SUV driver was cooperating with the investigation and hasn't been arrested.
MedStar said a man is in critical condition after a shooting on northbound I-35W near Heritage Trace Parkway in Fort Worth.
"It is now our number one priority in the city to make sure that when you call 911 can you get a live person," Fort Worth City Councilman Chris Nettles said.
Homicide detectives are investigating after a 17-year-old was fatally shot at his home in Fort Worth on Saturday, police said.
It happened just after 1:30 p.m. Thursday at an apartment complex in the 2800 block of Las Vegas Trail just south of I-30.
Fort Worth Police said he was shot in the neck during an apparent fight.
A teenager was shot in the neck in the parking lot of Eastern Hills High School, Fort Worth Police said.
An officer was involved in a foot pursuit at the time.
An elderly man was shot during what police called an "ongoing feud" with a neighbor in Fort Worth Sunday morning.
Fort Worth Police confirmed Holly Beverly, 39 and her son, Titus Akins, 17, were killed in a suspected murder-suicide.
A shooting in a Fort Worth neighborhood Thursday afternoon has left a 16-year-old and 11-year-old injured, police said.
It happened around 2:05 p.m. in the 2800 block of NE 28th Street just west of I-35.
Two people have died in a fiery crash that was caused by a possible driving while intoxicated suspect on Loop 820 in Fort Worth Friday evening, police said.
Two people are dead after two shootings that appeared to be related in Fort Worth Friday afternoon, police said.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, has forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Denton Animal Services took custody of the animals before their transfer to the Dallas Zoo as federal officials investigated.
Residents and workers near American Airlines Center will face screenings, traffic restrictions, and limited access as federal and local agencies secure the two-day event.
A fourth-generation family business along the Brazos River was reduced to rubble by the Ross Fire, but its owners are determined to rebuild.
Thomas Ross allegedly tried to get his campaign manager to plant cocaine and Adderall on his opponent, federal prosecutors in Missouri said.
Denton Animal Services took custody of the animals before their transfer to the Dallas Zoo as federal officials investigated.
Residents and workers near American Airlines Center will face screenings, traffic restrictions, and limited access as federal and local agencies secure the two-day event.
A fourth-generation family business along the Brazos River was reduced to rubble by the Ross Fire, but its owners are determined to rebuild.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, has forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Thomas Ross allegedly tried to get his campaign manager to plant cocaine and Adderall on his opponent, federal prosecutors in Missouri said.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
"Maybe this is one of those times that we just need to be loud and make people hear us that they're not being treated fairly," she said.
Thomas Ross allegedly tried to get his campaign manager to plant cocaine and Adderall on his opponent, federal prosecutors in Missouri said.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump executive order that would prevent certain people from automatically becoming U.S. citizens at birth.
The Pentagon will begin requiring male service members ages 30 and older to get screened for testosterone deficiency, after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called for the change over the summer.
James Talarico's Senate campaign is accusing Ken Paxton and his campaign treasurer of "illegally spending" $1 million that was routed to a Paxton-aligned super PAC.
The Trump administration is withholding approval from Texas for about $9.8 billion in the next year.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
Milton backed up Prescott in 2025, his second year in the league after the Cowboys acquired him in a trade with New England.
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
Team USA begins its pursuit of a fifth consecutive World Cup title against China on Friday, Sept. 4, in Berlin in the first of three games in group play.
The longtime Dallas Cowboys quarterback and CBS Sports football analyst said he came to rely on alcohol to get off pain medications after multiple back surgeries.
The game was nationally televised, and video shared on social media of the incident has been viewed millions of times.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
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.
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.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
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