Opal Lee, "Grandmother of Juneteenth" will not lead Walk of Freedom this year
Opal Lee, the "Grandmother of Juneteenth," will not lead this year's Walk for Freedom in Fort Worth, her granddaughter said.
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Opal Lee, the "Grandmother of Juneteenth," will not lead this year's Walk for Freedom in Fort Worth, her granddaughter said.
Local, state and federal agencies announced the results of "Operation Showdown," calling it one of the largest enforcement initiatives in recent Fort Worth history.
It was a violent weekend in Fort Worth.
Fort Worth police said the shooting happened around 12:30 a.m. Sunday at a house in the 3700 block of N. Houston St.
For DFW, the chance for storms will likely be around lunchtime, which will unfortunately impact any grilling plans and outdoor activities.
The North Texas region will have storm chances on Saturday and Sunday.
At noon Saturday, protesters were crowded into City Hall Plaza in Downtown Dallas and Burk Burnett Park in Downtown Fort Worth.
"It's my home theater," Johnson said. "I feel so lucky and privileged to call this my home theater."
Opal's Walk for Freedom takes place on June 19 in Fort Worth. Lee still plans to participate in the walk, her granddaughter said.
The protests are organized through the No Kings movement, formed to protest what they call authoritarianism from the Trump administration.
The protests coincide with a festival and parade in Washington, D.C., to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Army.
Exactly one year before the 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to North Texas, the official countdown clock was unveiled at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
"A lot of this is mere speculation, and it was the unfortunate effect of causing fear in some parts of our community, and that's what I don't want to happen," Fort Worth Councilman Carlos Flores said.
Some residents woke to damage from Sunday night's storms that had winds up to 80 mph.
Environmental factors are extremely favorable for storm development.
For the first time in 15 years, Tarrant County will see new precinct boundaries.
A new hidden speakeasy concept bar is coming to the West 7th Entertainment District in Fort Worth.
Overnight storms cleared from Dallas-Fort Worth shortly after midnight, leaving flooding due to heavy rain their wake.
Sheridan, who, apart from Hollywood, is a native Texan, rancher and cattlemen.
Cook Children's encourages parents to follow the "Three T's."
Less than a day after commissioners approved a controversial redistricting proposal, a group of citizens filed a lawsuit claiming intentional discrimination.
The Blue Line is replacing Molly the Trolley, which will officially end its services on June 7.
In the late-night hours, damaging winds and flash flooding are the highest risks.
The fire was reported around 1:30 a.m. on I-35W between Dale Earnhardt Way and Mark Martin Drive.
The southbound lanes of I-35W by Texas Motor Speedway shut down early Monday morning due to a crash involving an 18-wheeler.
Police say Elijah Mayo pointed a handgun at officers before they opened fire, while his father says the 26‑year‑old was trying to get away from earlier gunfire. A second, separate police shooting unfolded minutes later.
The sheriff's office says the man fled a traffic stop and was shot after producing a firearm.
"Survivor" 48 and 50 contestant Joe Hunter believes his sister Joanna, whose death was ruled a suicide, was murdered. He and their mother are working to be Joanna's voice and advocate for others who have experienced domestic violence.
Napoleon Solo hustled to first place at the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, coming out on top against 13 other horses.
The councilman's attorney says, "bringing pastries with a campaign flyer is called campaigning, not bribery."
The councilman's attorney says, "bringing pastries with a campaign flyer is called campaigning, not bribery."
The department confirmed the details hours after the incident.
Police say Elijah Mayo pointed a handgun at officers before they opened fire, while his father says the 26‑year‑old was trying to get away from earlier gunfire. A second, separate police shooting unfolded minutes later.
A medical examiner used dental records to identify the remains found at an Everman home as those of the child, authorities said.
She appeared ready to talk inside the Tarrant County Jail, but a sudden demand for her attorney stopped the conversation.
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
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.
Russia's Putin will travel to Beijing next week to meet China's Xi. The announcement came one day after President Trump returned from his own summit with the Chinese leader.
President Trump announced Friday evening that U.S. and Nigerian military forces had killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a leader in the Islamic State group.
Ja’Loni Owens of Avow Texas discusses the latest U.S. Supreme Court decision allowing continued access—for now—to the abortion pill mifepristone under the FDA’s 2023 rule. Owens discusses why she supports the ruling, citing decades of FDA approval and global research supporting the safety of medication abortion.
Jonathan Saenz, President of Texas Values, discusses the latest U.S. Supreme Court decision involving the abortion pill mifepristone. Saenz also outlines how advocacy groups like Texas Values are responding, including legal filings and potential legislative action in Texas.
William D. Tate, one of the state's longest-serving mayors in the state of Texas, is celebrating five decades as Grapevine's mayor on Sunday, May 17th. Tate said he hopes the younger generation will continue the family's tradition of service and said he believes his legacy will be determined by residents.
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.
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.
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
A Texas couple is filing a lawsuit accusing the AI company of guiding their teenage son in using drugs, resulting in a fatal overdose.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
More than 100 people from a cruise ship dealing with an outbreak of the rare and deadly hantavirus are set to be disembarked.
In 2002, Zermeño found out he contracted hantavirus after cleaning the family house following the death of his mother and sister. He had been exposed to rodent droppings and became infected.
Expensive tickets, trouble getting visas and anti-American sentiment may all be contributing to underwhelming demand.
Herring said that in the year before tariffs, used car sales were just under half of his business at his dealership in Irving; Now, they are nearly 75 percent.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Weiser said "the last few years has required a heavy financial lift to continue operating."
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.
Napoleon Solo hustled to first place at the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, coming out on top against 13 other horses.
The Preakness Stakes featured its biggest field in 15 years with 14 horses in the middle jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.
Minnesota closed out a tight fourth quarter with clutch execution on both ends, holding off a late Dallas push to secure its second win of the season.
A fully rebuilt natural‑grass field, an advanced grow‑light system, and major interior upgrades prepare the Arlington venue for nine FIFA World Cup 2026 matches.
Arike Ogunbowale led Dallas (1-1) with 20 points in a similar fashion to the Wings' game one win against the Indiana Fever.
"Survivor" 48 and 50 contestant Joe Hunter believes his sister Joanna, whose death was ruled a suicide, was murdered. He and their mother are working to be Joanna's voice and advocate for others who have experienced domestic violence.
Pop singer accuses electronics manufacturer Samsung of using a copyrighted image of her face to sell TVs.
"The question is what do they get themselves into that requires a visit to the mayor's office? I don't know, but I would love to," said Mattie Parker in an interview with CBS News Texas.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year on one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
