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Fort Worth officials are holding another public information session today as the city works to manage a surge in private data‑center development growth that brings major economic benefits but also rai
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Two North Texas drivers led state troopers on separate pursuits Tuesday – one abandoning a child in a crashed car in Fort Worth and the other striking a truck tractor in Parker County – before both were taken into custody.In Tarrant County, troopers attempted to stop a white Hyundai E...
President Trump has announced that Republicans will hold their first-ever national convention in Dallas ahead of the midterm elections. It's an unusual event aimed at boosting turnout in races that will decide whether the party maintains control of Congress. The convention will be held on Sept. 9...
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
The city of Dallas announced Tuesday that General Fund employees will be required to take at least three furlough days to address the 2026 budget shortfall. This comes after an April hiring freeze and implementation of overtime restrictions. The furlough days will be July 10, Sept. 4 and Sept. 28...
Washington — The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship, reaffirming the more than 100-year-old understanding that nearly all of those born in the United States are citizens.In a divided decision in the case Trump v. Barb...
A long and dangerous heat wave will blast a large swath of the United States this week, the National Weather Service said, with temperatures rising ahead of the July Fourth holiday and feeling even hotter because of the high humidity that's arriving with it.The heat dome is expected to build over...
Washington — The Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled states can prohibit transgender athletes from competing on girls' and women's sports teams, a decision that delivers the latest setback for transgender rights.In two of the most closely watched cases of its term, the Supreme Court upheld laws ...
Commercial air service from Collin County will take off in November when the inaugural Avelo Airlines flight from McKinney National Airport (DTX) departs for Fort Myers, Florida."McKinney was always on the list as a place we thought would be really interesting," founder and CEO Andrew Levy said. ...
Three fugitives on the Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offenders list are back in custody following a series of multi-agency arrests across the state.
LeBron James, widely considered to be one of the greatest players in NBA history, will leave the Los Angeles Lakers and play elsewhere during the 2026-2027 season, his agent confirmed to CBS LA.The 41-year-old free agent spent eight seasons on the team and led the franchise to its 17th NBA champi...
Tuesday, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship. The decision was divided, 6-3, with a majority of justices finding the policy unlawful.The president responded to the ruling, saying he's now going to take the issue to Cong...
Tickets to the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup may be scarce and very expensive, but there are several ways soccer fans can watch all 104 matches scheduled across the United States, Mexico and Canada in the tournament now underway. "Imagine, with this World Cup, a Super Bowl every single day for five ...
Fort Worth officials are holding another public information session today as the city works to manage a surge in private data‑center development growth that brings major economic benefits but also raises concerns among nearby communities. Getty images ...
A motel in Fort Worth with a history of compliance violations and police activity could soon be demolished if the owner doesn't make changes. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has an update on the city's NET Force pilot program to crack down on nuisance properties.
Arlington’s HELP Center for LGBTQ+ Health says it will bring back Arlington Pride next year, following the cancellation of this year’s event after a controversial City Council vote on changes to the city’s anti‑discrimination ordinance.
The U.S. Supreme Court issued a 6-3 ruling striking down President Trump’s executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship. The decision reaffirms that anyone born in the United States is a U.S. citizen, a result that immigrant advocates across Texas described as a major relief. Supporters...
President Donald Trump announced on social media that Republicans will hold their first‑ever midterm convention in Dallas on September 9-10, though he did not specify the venue. The event comes as the GOP works to strengthen its narrow congressional majorities and energize voters ahead of November.
Trump took to Truth Social to announce the event that he says will celebrate the “great American comeback" where the party will look to ramp up support by touting what they see as successes during the Trump presidency.
Fort Worth is stepping directly into the growing debate over data centers and their impact on nearby neighborhoods. At a public meeting at City Hall, residents were invited to comment on proposed regulations aimed at managing how these massive digital‑infrastructure facilities operate within the ...
The Fort Worth NET Force pilot program is cracking down on crime-ridden nuisance properties, resulting in hundreds of code compliance fixes and the potential demolition of the troubled Eco Motel on East Lancaster Avenue.
Norwegian fans packed Texas Live as Norway edged the Ivory Coast 2-1 in a tight match. Both teams, considered dangerous dark‑horse contenders, pushed the pace, but Norway sealed the win with a late goal.
City of Dallas employees will be required to take mandatory furlough days as the city tries to balance its budget.
As Mexico City hosts Mexico’s match against Ecuador, the axolotl has become the unofficial mascot of the tournament — appearing on streets, trains, and even currency. Despite the fanfare, the amphibian is critically endangered in the wild. Axolotls are native only to southern Mexico City’s wetlan...
After a busy summer of international soccer in North Texas, visiting fans have been sharing viral posts about their newfound love for Texas staples — especially H‑E‑B. The principal culinary development manager at H‑E‑B says the reaction highlights how food connects people. One of the biggest sur...
With soccer being all the craze right now due to the World Cup, many in North Texas have been on the hunt for jerseys.Najera Sports, right off Jefferson Blvd in Dallas' Oak Cliff neighborhood, said they've been booming with business ever since the tournament kicked off."We expected it to be busy,...
Police, firefighters, and residents from across North Texas lined the streets of Mabank as the body of Fire Chief Charlie Woodard was escorted back to his hometown. The procession drew a large turnout from community members who described Woodard as a beloved leader who deeply served the area. Man...
With a new passenger terminal nearing completion at McKinney National Airport, Avelo Airlines is set to become the first commercial carrier to offer passenger service there. The airline has begun taking reservations for flights starting November 11, offering nonstop service to four destinations i...
NASA is moving forward with a first‑of‑its‑kind commercial rescue mission to save its aging Swift observatory, which has begun falling back toward Earth faster than expected due to recent solar activity. The agency plans to launch a robotic spacecraft as early as tomorrow to dock with Swift, secu...
A new CBS News poll shows Americans are heading into July 4th with historically low confidence in the American Dream. Only 17 percent of those surveyed say they are very confident it’s attainable. Half of the respondents report they are not too confident or not at all confident, while 32 percent ...
After reaching our hottest temperature so far this year on Monday, topping at 98°F, we will remain in the upper 90s Tuesday, with windy conditions at times, but that wind is getting lighter.The highest concentration of Saharan Dust has mostly moved away from North Texas, with very light conce...
A Texas man who siphoned off millions from his employer to wipe out tens of thousands in student loan debt and bankroll extensive online gambling has pleaded guilty to federal embezzlement charges, prosecutors said.Mitchell David Slentz, 34, of Kyle, pleaded guilty in federal court to embezzling ...
As we progress throughout the rest of the week, our weather will continue to be dominated by a ridge of high pressure centered over portions of the deep south, keeping our hot temperatures and humidity in place.
TxDOT and Oklahoma have launched a real-time data-sharing traffic network. The upgrade came just in time to manage the massive travel surges expected for the World Cup, according to TxDOT officials.
In Trump v. Barbara, a majority of six justices said the president's order, which would have limited citizenship for babies of those in the country illegally or temporarily, was unlawful. Five of the justices — Chief Justice John Roberts and Sotomayor, Kagan, Amy Coney Barrett and Ketanji Brown J...
The city of Dallas announced Tuesday that General Fund employees will be required to take at least three furlough days to address the 2026 budget shortfall. This comes after an April hiring freeze and implementation of overtime restrictions.
The World Cup has sparked a lot of love for soccer. Whether you have been a lifelong fan or are new to the sport, it’s all the craze right now, and people have been on the hunt for jerseys to rep their country.
Fair Park is ready to claim the title as the best place to watch the World Cup.
As the water sways and the flowers blow, 120 wooden crosses now line the Guadalupe River in Kerr County. The crosses, big and small, represent the people who have died in the Central Texas floods. Some are made from debris that washed up from the river."The first thing I did when I arrived, I pic...
Some of soccer's biggest stars are taking the pitch at AT&T Stadium in Arlington for the FIFA World Cup.AT&T Stadium, which is referred to as Dallas Stadium during the tournament, hosted five group stage matches:Group F – Netherlands vs. Japan on Sunday, June 14 – Match ended in a 2-2...
Caracas — The race to find survivors continued Tuesday six days after powerful twin earthquakes devastated northern Venezuela. A NASA assessment based on satellite imagery suggests almost 60,000 buildings may have been damaged or destroyed, and teams from all over the world have joined incr...
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