After nearly three decades, Fun Spot America closing Georgia park
Fun Spot America announced Thursday that its Georgia theme park will permanently shut down later this summer.
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Preston Hollow residents oppose proposed $800 million mixed-use development in Dallas, survey reveals
It's called a blue card survey. But some residents in the Preston Hollow neighborhood of Dallas believe it could be their ace in the hole and their fight against the proposed development. The 2019 tornado left a trail of destruction in North Dallas, including Victor Toledo's home. He said been ab...
Flood-ravaged Texas Hill Country home rebuilt after first responder's devastating loss
A century-old family home along the Guadalupe River was nearly lost in a devastating flood, but a San Antonio police officer and his wife are finally back home thanks to a community effort that rebuilt more than a house — it restored a piece of their family's history. A century-old family ...
North Texas community group Hispanohablantes gathers items to help Venezuelans recover from deadly earthquakes
The devastation in Venezuela is being felt far beyond the country's borders."I just started crying out loud to be honest," Andrea Ng said. "I start crying out loud a lot because it's really hard to hear." Andrea Ng moved to North Texas from Venezuela four years ago, leaving much of her extended f...
Long lost North Texas brothers reunite after 58 years
Kurt Carroll, by some estimates, was sitting at the right place at the right time when someone asked him the right questions: "Aren't you adopted? Did you ever find your biological parents?'The 58-year-old retired Dallas Police Department officer recalls sitting in a courtroom with his daughter a...
Preston Hollow residents oppose proposed $800 million mixed-use development, survey reveals
A recently completed survey of residences within 500 yards of it reveals just how strong the opposition is.
North Texas Venezuelan families rally to send aid after deadly earthquakes
North Texas families wait for answers from loved ones in Venezuela while launching a relief drive to send critical supplies.
Long lost North Texas brothers reunite after almost 60 years
A sealed adoption file, a Facebook search and a sticky note led to an incredible family reunion.
Central Texas family's home gets complete remodel nearly a year after devastating floods
A flood destroyed his century-old family home, but a first responder's mission to help others never stopped.
Arrest made in Pilot Point crash that killed two bicyclists in December 2025
An arrest has been made in the crash that killed two cyclists in December in Pilot Point after a grand jury indictment. Denton County Jail Scott Mages and Andre Kocher were on a group ride around 8:15 a.m. in Pilot Point when they were hit b...
Soccer star's wife and 2 children killed in Venezuela earthquakes, team says
The wife and two children of Argentine soccer star Lucas Trejo have died after powerful twin earthquakes struck Venezuela, his team said on Sunday. Trejo, who plays for Club Sport Maritimo La Guaira, a second-division team in Venezuela, had searched for his wife Yanina and children Aaron and Ai...
Iran calls Strait of Hormuz situation "sensitive and complex"
The United States says delegates will be in Qatar Tuesday to discuss terms of the tentative deal to end the war. But as soon as the announcement was made on Monday, Iran's foreign ministry denied that its negotiators would be meeting with U.S. officials.
Dallas begins cleanup at Trinity River dump site
The city of Dallas has started a massive cleanup of an illegal dumpsite along the Trinity River after police arrested a man for running a dumping scheme on the property he allegedly stole with a forged deed.
Knockout match Tuesday at Dallas Stadium
Dallas Stadium will host a knockout match between the Ivory Coast and Norway on Tuesday.
Gracie the giraffe is finally home
The Real County sheriff confirmed Gracie was loaded onto a trailer and is now back at her home at Cedar Hollow Ranch. The missing giraffe was found about 4 miles from the ranch on Friday. It then took crews a few days to reach her.
Dallas family's graduation trip turns into immigration nightmare as parents are detained by ICE
A trip that was supposed to be filled with happiness and celebration quickly took a turn for one Dallas family after they were arrested by immigration authorities.At their home in Southeast Dallas, the walls showcase some of the proudest moments for the Granados Rojas family."My parents raised us...
Fort Worth neighbor shoots, kills machete-wielding man who was allegedly dragging woman down street, police say
A neighbor shot and killed a man who was dragging a woman while armed with a machete, the Fort Worth Police Department said. According to FWPD, at about 10:20 p.m. Sunday, officers responded to a call concerning a person with a weapon in the 2900 block of Ross Avenue. When officers arrived, they ...
Dusty May introduced as new Dallas Mavericks head coach, says he's ready for NBA challenge
Dusty May's only dream growing up was coaching high school basketball in his home state of Indiana.That's not to say he isn't ready for the jump from college to the NBA with the Dallas Mavericks after leading Michigan to its first national championship in 37 years this past spring.From high schoo...
The 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup schedule and how to watch
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 ...
More than $72M in meth seized by CBP officers in South Texas
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in South Texas made a massive bust on June 19, seizing more than $72.3 million worth of methamphetamine hidden inside two separate cargo shipments.
Mabank mourns loss of Fire Chief Charlie Woodard after a truck hit him while directing rodeo traffic
Over the weekend, the town of Mabank lost a pillar of the community. Fire Chief Charlie Woodard was struck and killed while directing traffic outside a community rodeo on Saturday night. City of Mabank The Texas Department of Public Safety s...
Republican Representatives from AG Paxton's home turf originally campaigned against him, explain why they now back him
Two Republican members of the Texas House who have butted heads with Ken Paxton and endorsed incumbent John Cornyn told CBS News Texas they are fully supporting the Attorney General in his race against Democratic State Representative James Talarico. Representatives Matt Shaheen of Prosper and Jef...
Dallas begins cleanup at Trinity River illegal dump site
The city of Dallas has started a massive cleanup of an illegal dumpsite along the Trinity River after police arrested a man for running a dumping scheme on the property he allegedly stole with a forged deed.
GOP Reps from AG Paxton's home turf originally campaigned against him, now they back him, here's why
Representatives Matt Shaheen of Prosper and Jeff Leach of Allen are from Collin County, Attorney General Ken Paxton's home turf. They both had butted heads with Paxton ever since they were among the 60 Texas House Republicans who voted to impeach him three years ago. Both Leach and Shaheen say th...
Arrest made in crash that killed two bicyclists in December 2025
Pilot Point police announce an arrest in the crash that killed two bicyclists in December 2025. Scott Mages and Andre Kocher, two members of the Frisco Triathlon Club, were killed in the crash while training for an Ironman competition.
Two Texas law enforcement officers killed while directing traffic in a 24 hour span
Two Texas law enforcement officers were killed while directing traffic in a 24-hour span. In Mabank, Fire Chief and police officer Charlie Woodard, and in Houston, 24-year-old Montgomery County Sheriff Deputy Erika Serrato. Serrato was directing traffic on I-45 in Houston when a heavy-duty commer...
Mabank mourns loss of Fire Chief Charlie Woodard after a truck hit him while directing rodeo traffic
Police say Chief Charlie Woodard was directing traffic when a truck struck him Saturday night after the event. Woodard served many roles; he was a former police officer, a baseball coach to some and a role model to many. The Department of Public Safety is investigating the crash.
Machete-wielding man shot and killed by neighbor in Fort Worth
A Fort Worth ring camera captured the moments before a man wielding a machete was shot and killed by a resident. Police did not arrest the resident for the shooting.
Texas announces $34M AstraZeneca settlement over Medicaid scheme
Texas is recovering nearly $34 million from AstraZeneca to settle allegations that the pharmaceutical giant used an illegal kickback scheme to improperly influence Medicaid prescriptions.
Fort Worth prepares for Fourth of July fireworks celebration
Fort Worth's Fourth at Panther Island Pavilion gears up for a massive July 4th fireworks show and festival, with organizers expecting record crowds in North Texas for the nation's 250th anniversary.
Addison Kaboom Town 2026: what to know before you go
Heading to Addison's Kaboom Town this week? About 500,000 people are expected for one of the nation's top fireworks shows.
U.S. Supreme Court poised to rule on birthright citizenship after key immigration decisions
As the men's FIFA World Cup continues to capture headlines, at the same time the U.S. Supreme Court has been weighing important decisions on immigration policies that could impact thousands. One of the biggest decisions involves birthright citizenship, which is expected to come down on Tuesday.I...
Staying hydrated on GLP1s as summer heats up
While the diabetes and weight-loss drugs don't directly cause dehydration, side effects like diarrhea and nausea cause the body to lose water and by not eating and drinking as much.
Heat and humidity build in North Texas throughout the week
A plume of Saharan Dust has arrived in North Texas, which will make for some lightly hazy skies and a colorful sunset.
City to Spray for Mosquitoes After a Positive WNV Trap
The City of Southlake has received notice from Tarrant County Public Health that one mosquito trap in Southlake has tested positive for West Nile Virus. Source
3 federal wildland firefighters killed battling Cottonwood fire
High heat, strong winds and low humidity are fueling deadly wildfires along the Colorado-Utah border
Teams from around the world join search and rescue operations in Venezuela
Search crews and residents are combing through what's left of buildings leveled by powerful back-to-back earthquakes five days ago.
Supreme Court immigration rulings reshape asylum, birthright citizenship
Immigration attorneys say the rapid changes are creating uncertainty for families and legal advocates alike.
Supreme Court issues split rulings on Trump's firing power, mail ballots
The U.S. Supreme Court handed down a series of major rulings, delivering both wins and losses for President Trump. Justices limited his ability to immediately remove a Federal Reserve governor, allowed firings at some independent agencies, let states count certain mail ballots, and declined to he...
Chase on I-45 ends with officer-involved shooting
A chase through several Texas counties Monday ended with an officer-involved shooting.
Memorial Highway sign honors fallen Fort Worth police officer
"Today is much more than a sign unveiling," said Eddie Garcia, Fort Worth Police Chief. "It's about ensuring that the name of a fallen Fort Worth police officer, who dedicated his life to serving others, will continue to be seen, remembered, and respected for generations to come."