Floating lanterns blamed for fire that destroyed 2 Mesquite homes
Two Mesquite homes were destroyed in a fire investigators say was likely sparked by floating lanterns released nearby.
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Two Mesquite homes were destroyed in a fire investigators say was likely sparked by floating lanterns released nearby.
The daughter of a well-known Tongan pastor is remembering her childhood home filled with love and faith after a deadly fire claimed the lives of both her parents on Saturday.
According to a city spokesperson, at about 10 a.m., firefighters were called to the 2-alarm blaze in the 3600 block of Sweetbriar Lane.
A woman died after being rescued from a Fort Worth house fire on that also killed three dogs, as investigators work to determine what sparked the blaze.
A 10-year-old has now died after the Lewisville fire last week that killed a woman and injured her family members, officials said.
The home caught fire overnight with several North Texas firefighters responding. The home is a total loss and there was no one inside, officials say.
It happened around 1 a.m. Monday on Freeman Drive.
Officials are investigating a possible home explosion in The Colony Monday morning.
The home was listed for sale when the fire happened Monday morning. No injuries were reported.
One person is dead, another person is in critical condition and a firefighter is injured after a house fire in west Fort Worth.
The cause of the Wednesday morning fire remains under investigation, Fort Worth fire officials said.
Alisha Cook, Caleb Halvorson's mom, said it's a pain she hopes no parent has to experience.
Two firefighters are recovering after a garage collapse during a two-alarm house fire in Fort Worth on Wednesday.
When firefighters arrived, they witnessed fire coming from the front door of the home and received a report that someone may be inside.
Colleyville FD said three adult victims were found and transported to the hospital with minor injuries.
Cooper's son, Tuf, confirmed the news on his official Facebook fan page.
According to the police, they searched until they found signs of life. Chavez discovered a sleeping 5-year-old on the bed.
A man and woman were taken to a local hospital after Dallas Fire-Rescue arrived at the scene.
Three people are injured, including a firefighter, after crews battled an early morning house fire in northeast Dallas Monday, officials said.
Neighbors said the elderly homeowners were bedridden and likely unable to escape the fast-moving fire.
The fire and smoke were so thick that crews weren't able to enter the front bedroom.
Dallas Fire-Rescue crews were called to the 1400 block of E. Overton Dr. just after 5 a.m. Sunday.
The two-alarm fire happened late Wednesday night.
"It was a violent fire," neighbor Victor Gaines said. "Never seen anything like it! Never seen a house take off so fast."
Despite extensive damage, firefighters managed to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to neighboring homes.
Authorities are searching for two suspects in a March 26 shooting that killed 18-year-old Kace Leatherwood and injured another victim.
Fans at the Rangers' home opener will find a slate of over-the-top new ballpark foods, including a "rally sombrero," and a hot dog topped with biscuits and gravy.
Severe storms and heavy rain are expected in North Texas late Friday into Saturday, with flooding and strong winds possible.
Dallas ISD's only four‑year high school fashion program gives students hands‑on industry training and a chance to showcase their work.
The district has lost 1,600 students, triggering a multimillion‑dollar funding shortfall and prompting leaders to consider campus closures.
Authorities are searching for two suspects in a March 26 shooting that killed 18-year-old Kace Leatherwood and injured another victim.
Fans at the Rangers' home opener will find a slate of over-the-top new ballpark foods, including a "rally sombrero," and a hot dog topped with biscuits and gravy.
Severe storms and heavy rain are expected in North Texas late Friday into Saturday, with flooding and strong winds possible.
Dallas ISD's only four‑year high school fashion program gives students hands‑on industry training and a chance to showcase their work.
The district has lost 1,600 students, triggering a multimillion‑dollar funding shortfall and prompting leaders to consider campus closures.
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.
Since early February, residents of the Big Bend region have been outspoken about border wall plans.
The moratorium does not affect companies already enrolled in Medicare.
The state is already home to nearly 400 data centers, but hundreds more are in the works.
The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
Texas Democrats feel that the 2026 midterms are the best chance to win a statewide election for the first time in over 30 years.
President Trump has ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general, saying she will be taking a job in the private sector.
Homeland Security is pausing plans to buy new warehouses for immigrant detention as it reviews contracts signed under former secretary Kristi Noem.
President Trump has told Britain's Telegraph newspaper he could try to terminate U.S. membership in NATO. He's railed against NATO allies for refusing to join the Iran war.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's construction of a 90,000-square-foot ballroom to replace the White House's East Wing,
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
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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.
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.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
New Texas regulations took effect March 31 that capped THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
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.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
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.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
Body camera video has been released of Tiger Woods' arrest, after a car crash in Florida. He has been charged with driving under the influence.
The first game-ending call by a so-called robot umpire gave Albert Suárez his first major league save in nine years, ending the Baltimore Orioles' 8-3 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday.
The Boston Bruins helped their playoff push with a 6-3 win over the Dallas Stars on Tuesday night.
Danny Jansen had three hits, including a three-run homer in the seventh inning that helped the Texas Rangers to an 8-5 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night.
Tiger Woods announced Tuesday that he's "stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment" after pleading not guilty to charges including driving under the influence.
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
The video, co-directed by Langley, highlights Texas culture through scenes of two-step dancing, live music and rodeo influences tied to the city's Western heritage.
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
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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