Surge in hoax threats against North Texas schools prompts districts to make changes
Online threats of school violence spread from Waxahachie to Kemp.
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Online threats of school violence spread from Waxahachie to Kemp.
A man who gave his life in service of his country finally received the recognition he deserved on Tuesday.
Some concerned members of the community shared their thoughts at Tuesday night's city council meeting regarding the status of an officer involved in a shooting last week.
A team of special needs athletes from Arlington, the MAC Gators, is one of the teams the Tara Sawyer Foundation has supported for over a decade.
Residents are calling for the removal of a Fort Worth police officer who was involved in an off-duty shooting after a hit-and-run crash.
On Saturday a group of 10 cyclists were riding when police say a driver collided with the group.
There's a high school football team in Tarrant County that are big men on campus this week.
Last month, Mayor Mattie Parker publicly commented on the education shortfalls, calling for changes and improvements.
A partnership between a church and a nonprofit has led to a partnership helping low-income families in North Texas.
Northwest Division officers responded to an accident in the 2100 block of Jacksboro Highway Saturday night.
Jose Luis Diaz Martinez, 33, was captured and arrested near Clarendon on US 287.
A man is in the hospital after an off-duty Fort Worth police officer was the victim of a hit-and-run, authorities said.
Big Chicken opened its doors in Fort Worth on Tuesday.
It happened just before 3 p.m. Monday.
Expect scattered thunderstorms in North Texas on Sunday and Labor Day, mainly from midday through the evening. Morning showers and storms are possible but less likely.
The driver hit at least two trees before crashing into a restaurant on Magnolia Avenue.
Mattie Parker said the district has consistently lagged behind other large Texas school systems in performance.
A bucket list trip for two North Texas hikers turned into a nightmare when flash flooding left them stranded in the Grand Canyon.
On Tuesday night, Mayor Mattie Parker voiced her frustrations directly to the Fort Worth ISD school board after a recent report revealed alarmingly low student performance rankings for FWISD.
On Tuesday night, Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker voiced her frustrations directly to the school board.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker addressed the Fort Worth ISD school board Tuesday night, saying the district has consistently lagged behind other large Texas school systems in performance.
Fort Worth Water said the extent of the damage won't be known until the broken pipe is exposed.
UT Arlington and the City of Fort Worth are moving ahead with the university's planned expansion.
The University of Texas in Arlington could be expanding in West Fort Worth. The city is set to consider the next steps in the plan at its Tuesday meeting.
Police say 19-year-old Eduardo Gonzalez faces five counts of intoxication manslaughter and driving while intoxicated.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
The man was installing a new tank at a lift station in the 600 block of Holfords Prairie Road when he fell 30-40 feet into the hole, officials said.
Residents without a place to go were directed to the high school as crews worked to contain the blaze.
Students were redirected around the affected area as firefighters responded and dismissal continued normally.
The family of 37-year-old Tierra Walker filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and others, saying she was denied an abortion that could have saved her life.
The man was installing a new tank at a lift station in the 600 block of Holfords Prairie Road when he fell 30-40 feet into the hole, officials said.
Residents without a place to go were directed to the high school as crews worked to contain the blaze.
Students were redirected around the affected area as firefighters responded and dismissal continued normally.
Show off your home BBQ setup for a chance to win tickets to BBQ Homecoming 2026 in Grand Prairie and other prizes.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
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.
The family of 37-year-old Tierra Walker filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and others, saying she was denied an abortion that could have saved her life.
Tuesday's hearing marked the first time that Patel has publicly addressed the new hiring standards related to prostitution, employment theft and bestiality.
Sen. Bernie Sanders is one of the most vocal opponents in Congress on rapid AI development, but bipartisan concerns are growing.
The Congressional Budget Office estimated the war between Feb. 28 and Aug. 1 has directly cost the U.S. about $38 billion.
The controversy is the latest in a long line of incendiary comments made by French that have been condemned by his fellow Republicans, many of whom have endorsed him.
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.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
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 Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
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.
Jaxson Dart connected with Isaiah Likely for two touchdowns and Devin Singletary on another, and the Giants opened the season with a 28-20 win over the Cowboys on Sunday night.
Corey Seager homered for the fourth time in seven games and the Rangers won their first road series in two months with a 7-6 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Fans are hoping for a better season after missing the playoffs last season.
Germany's Alexander Zverev won his second Grand Slam after finally taking home his first major title earlier this year at the French Open.
Despite the final score, this one wasn't easy; the Americans faced their biggest deficit in the tournament in a long time.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the best in television and streaming from the past year on Monday. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Metro Nashville Airport Authority board voted 6-0 on Friday to begin the process of changing the name and said a final name has not been chosen.
Stella Parton gives insight into her sister Dolly Parton's marriage, makeup habits and views on death in an exclusive CBS News interview.
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
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.
