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Flying out of DFW Airport? Prepare to pay more for parking starting Oct. 1
Flying out of Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport? Parking rates are rising starting Oct. 1. Parking at a terminal will cost $37 a day with a TollTag, or $40 by credit card, $5 to $8 more than current rates. The price changes are to stay competitive with other major U.S. airp...
Keep Pool Chemicals Out of Southlake’s Waterways
With fall weather approaching and pool season coming to an end, now is a good time to review your options for properly draining your pool.
North Park Improvements Moving Forward
Turf, parking, and site improvements are coming to North Park Source
Hinojosa says Texas governor's race is tightening as she focuses on affordability
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa says she has cut the governor's polling advantage by more than half since February. She considers Tarrant County an important battleground and says her campaign is focused on affordability, kitchen-table issues, and the controversy...
Coppell man recalls escaping deadly Grand Canyon flood that killed 2 North Texas hikers
A Coppell man who escaped the deadly flooding at the Grand Canyon says he initially believed everyone had made it out safely. "At the time, I thought everybody made it out alive," said David Gregory, whose group was among about 60 people evacuated from the park. But the flooding ...
Southlake’s Summer Volunteers Contribute More Than 4,000 Hours to the Community
From Camp Mania to city internships, Southlake volunteers spent their summer making a difference in programs and services across the community. Source
Large metal object shuts down southbound DNT at I-635
All southbound lanes of the Dallas North Tollway near the Galleria are shut down after a piece of heavy equipment fell off a tractor-trailer and damaged an overpass....
Eye on your weekend: July 11 - 12 in North Texas
Dig World opens Saturday, July 11, near Grapevine Mills Mall. This weekend, the Parker County Peach Festival makes its return to downtown Weatherford. See if you can catch the Bluebell tour as it makes its way across Texas. The Fort Worth Zoo welcomes baby Acacia to the African S...
Man dies in Frisco Lakes community pool
A man was discovered deceased Friday morning in a pool at the Frisco Lakes retirement community.
“Dig World” opens in Grapevine this weekend
The construction-themed park gives attendees the opportunity to ride and operate equipment. It’s open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and located at 2200 W Grapevine Mills Circle, across from the mall....
Camp Mystic flood survivor finds hope through grief support after cousin’s death
A year after surviving the Camp Mystic flood that claimed her cousin Lulu's life, 10-year-old Dot is finding hope in an unexpected place.
19-year-old online extremist group leader sentenced in Texas to 40 years for child exploitation
A 19-year-old online leader of a nihilistic extremist group was sentenced Wednesday to 40 years in federal prison for a horrific campaign of racketeering and child sexual exploitation aimed at sowing social chaos....
Former Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty in Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool damage case
A former Olympic canoe racer pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges that he deliberately damaged the recently renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, a case his attorneys and other critics of the Trump administration have called politically motivated....
How Dave Kielich Builds Teamwork Through Strong Leadership
Parks Supervisor Dave Kielich has been honored with the Community Services Director’s Award for his leadership, teamwork and dedication to Southlake’s parks....
Plano residents worry over traffic, parking and noise surrounding new Dallas Stars arena development
"I think during rush-hour and during peak times this area can get really congested and I want to make sure I can safely exit my neighborhood, get home when I need to get home, and it's not too disruptive to my way of life," said Kirsten Gappelberg....
Trump unleashes on Iran for attacking 3 commercial tankers in the Strait of Hormuz
Just last month, President Trump called Iran's leaders "very rational people." Wednesday night, he's ordered more air strikes along the Strait of Hormuz after a heavy bombing campaign Tuesday night, when U.S. forces hit about 80 targets inside Iran, including its main naval base ...
Two swim beaches at Joe Pool Lake remain closed due to sewer main rupture
The Loyd Park boat ramp at Joe Pool Lake reopened Thursday after the City of Grand Prairie temporarily closed boat ramps following a ruptured sewer main that caused a sewage spill over the weekend. Swim beaches at Lynn Creek and Loyd Park remain closed as Grand Prairie and Tri...
Dallas nonprofit works to bring "good manners" back with summer camp
It's a question, and a conversation, that can turn hotter than a Texas summer: whatever happened to good manners?"Etiquette is not only about eating at the table, it's about self-confidence," says Jannie Eddins, Founder of the IDK Foundation. "It's how you kind of socialize with ...
CBS News Texas Meteorologist Michael Autovino rides new Tormenta Rampaging Run coaster
Six Flags Over Texas' new record-breaking dive coaster, Tormenta Rampaging Run, is scheduled to open on Thursday, July 9, park officials announced. But CBS News Texas Meteorologist Michael Autovino got the opportunity to ride it ahead of that date....
Plano holds community open house for Dallas Stars' proposed Willow Bend District
The City of Plano is inviting the media and the public to see the proposed Willow Bend District that could one day be the home of the Stars. The city is recruiting the Stars from Victory Park in Dallas. The Stars want a new arena and an entertainment district surrounding it, l...
Arlington man accused of shooting coworker in parking lot
An Arlington man has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly shooting his coworker in a GM plant's parking lot on Tuesday morning. FOX 4's Amelia Jones has more....
Round of 16 over, Argentina to play Switzerland on Saturday
It was another World Cup epic from an Argentina team that simply doesn’t know when it’s beaten. Trailing 2-0 against Egypt with 11 minutes of regulation time to play on Tuesday, the defending champions rallied for an improbable 3-2 victory and a spot in the quarterfinals....
Richardson's oldest home reaches major milestone in restoration
Richardson’s oldest surviving home is taking another step toward a new future as restoration work continues on the historic Miss Belle’s House. The Texas Historical Landmark is being placed on its permanent foundation at Huffhines Park, allowing crews to begin restoring the ho...
At Dallas campaign stop, Talarico says focusing on costs will help him beat Paxton in tight U.S. Senate race in Texas
With five recent independent polls showing Democrat James Talarico is locked in a dead heat with Republican Ken Paxton for the U.S. Senate seat in Texas, the state representative said his focus on lowering costs will help him win in November. After visiting a food pantry in Dalla...
See the full U.S. men's soccer schedule for the 2026 World Cup
The U.S. Men's National Team kicked off its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on home turf at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, with a dominant 4-1 win over Paraguay. It's the first time in 32 years that the U.S. is hosting the World Cup, this time as one of three host nations al...
Walmart to pay $13M to settle Texas investigation into delivery driver pay
Walmart is paying over $13 million to settle a Texas investigation alleging it shortchanged Spark gig drivers on customer tips and base pay, marking a massive win for the state's grocery delivery workers....
Lionel Messi leads Argentina's comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 and reach World Cup quarterfinals in Atlanta
Lionel Messi did it yet again at this year's World Cup.The Argentina great scored another goal — his eighth of the tournament — and led his team to an improbable 3-2 victory over Egypt on Tuesday despite trailing by two with only 11 minutes of regulation time to play....
Big brew: Texas Rangers and Bud set a world record with a 12-foot-tall, 600-gallon beer
That was quite a big brew outside the Texas Rangers’ home ballpark for America’s 250th birthday. The Rangers partnered with Budweiser on Saturday to set a Guinness World Record for the largest-ever glass of beer. A 12-foot-tall, 600-gallon glass beer stein was filled in a pla...
Dallas Wings fly past Toronto Tempo 89-76 behind Paige Bueckers' 22-point effort
Paige Bueckers scored 22 points and the Dallas Wings never trailed in an 89-76 victory over the Toronto Tempo on Sunday.Bueckers made 9 of 16 shots with a 3-pointer and handed out seven assists for Dallas (13-8), which improved to 7-5 on the road. Bueckers had a run of four strai...
FIFA Fan Fest in Dallas paused due to lighting in the area Sunday evening
Organizers at the FIFA Fan Fest in Dallas' Fair Park paused entry on Sunday evening as lightning moved across the area. Those who were already inside the fest were advised to take shelter under the main stage viewing area or take shelter in their personal cars. Attention ...
Josh Abbott's "27 Little Butterflies" honors Camp Mystic flood victims, supports families
A recently released single, "27 Little Butterflies," by country singer and songwriter Josh Abbott, pays tribute to the Camp Mystic campers and counselors who died during the July 4th, 2025, floods that swept through the Texas Hill Country.In an interview with CBS News Texas, Jo...
Josh Abbott's "27 Little Butterflies" honors Camp Mystic flood victims and supports families
A recently released single, "27 Little Butterflies," by country singer and songwriter Josh Abbott, pays tribute to the Camp Mystic campers and counselors who died during the July 4th, 2025, floods that swept through the Texas Hill Country....
Bush Center offers free admission over July 4 as former president reflects on America at 250
The George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas is sharing a message from the president as it celebrates America’s 250th birthday with free admission and parking. Guests celebrating America’s semiquincentennial at the center will be able to see a rare copy of the Declaration ...
Camp Mystic's uncertain future one year after 27 girls died in the Hill Country floods
What was once a prestigious century-old Christian camp for girls now faces closure, lawsuits and bankrputcy after 25 campers and two counselors died in the flooding....
Half Price Books summer reading camp
Half Price Books is offering its annual free summer reading camp that the whole family can enjoy. “The program is recommended for readers up to age 14, and kids can earn Bookworm Bucks through the end of July. Campers can spend their Bookworm Bucks in any Half Price Books loca...
North Texas family recalls daughter lost in Central Texas floods: "She was loud. Our house is really quiet now"
One year after devastating flash flooding at Camp Mystic killed 27 girls and counselors, families are still living in the aftermath of a tragedy that changed their lives in an instant and continues to shape every day since.Hadley Hanna CBS News Texas ...
North Texas parents fondly remember daughter lost in Central Texas floods
One year after the devastating Central Texas floods killed 27 people at Camp Mystic, North Texas parents Carrie and Doug Hanna are still living with deep, daily grief after losing their 8‑year‑old daughter, Hadley. "She always made her presence known. She was just really special ...
Olympian David Hearn charged with destruction of property at Reflecting Pool
Olympian David Hearn has been indicted by a D.C. grand jury on a felony charge related to alleged vandalism at the Washington, D.C., Reflecting Pool, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced Thursday. Hearn, 67, is accused of ripping out a piece of sealant on the bottom of the Refl...
Should that call have been a red card? U.S. soccer fans have plenty to say.
A red card issued during the U.S.’s round‑of‑32 win was controversial, causing a key player to miss the next match and sparking debate among fans over whether it should have been given at all....
Former Olympian indicted for felony vandalism at DC Reflecting Pool
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19....
Man fatally shot after fight over Walmart parking spot
A Florida man was shot and killed by a woman after a verbal argument over a parking spot at Walmart led to a deadly shooting.
Klyde Warren Park's Independence Day celebrations for the Nation's 250th birthday
Klyde Warren Park President and CEO Kit Sawers discusses what to expect as the city of Dallas celebrates our nation's 250th birthday.
Southlake 2 mile XC (Bob Jones Park) 2026 - Teams Attending - Texas MileSplit
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Celebrate America's 250th birthday by honoring a hero while helping a military family
Who would you honor — a parent, a neighbor or someone else who served in the military?What if honoring that person could also help another military family in need?That's the idea behind 250 Years, 250 Tributes, a campaign from the Bob Woodruff Foundation. Supporters can mak...
Fathers of Camp Mystic victims push for safety reform 1 year after deadly floods
Saturday, July 4, marks one year since the catastrophic floods killed more than 130 people, including 25 girls and two teenage counselors at the all-girls private Christian camp in Hunt, Texas. Matthew Childress' 18-year-old daughter, Chloe, and Ryan DeWitt's 9-year-old daughter,...
Dads of Camp Mystic victims still pushing for safety laws 1 year after deadly Texas floods
The fathers of a camper and a counselor who were killed during last year's deadly floods at Camp Mystic in Texas said they'll keep advocating for improved summer camp safety to help prevent other families from experiencing a similar tragedy. Saturday, July 4, marks one year since...
New date set for opening of Six Flags Over Texas' Tormenta Rampaging Run coaster after delay
Six Flags Over Texas' new record-breaking dive coaster, Tormenta Rampaging Run, is now scheduled to open on Thursday, July 9, park officials announced Wednesday. It had been scheduled to open on June 26 as part of the park's 65th anniversary, but that was delayed due to longer-th...
Universal Kids is open. What to know about Frisco's new theme park
Universal Kids Resort in Frisco has officially opened its doors to the public. The new theme park held a ribbon-cutting on Wednesday for families and community organizations, including the Cub Scouts and Boys and Girls Club of Frisco. There were also performances from th...
Fathers of Camp Mystic flood victims want to turn their pain into purpose
Two fathers of Camp Mystic flood victims want to turn their pain into purpose. "Turning pain into purpose, putting our grief to work, that's what we're doing now."...
Universal Kids Resort is officially open in Frisco
Lauren Crawford shares the sights and sounds from Universal Kids Resort's grand opening on July 1, 2026, and what parkgoers can expect.