A $20,000 local music prize is down to three finalists, including two from Fort Worth. Fort Worthian Matthew McNeal’s soulful HIGHLONESOME, a record representing the new wave of Heartland rock, joins Lately, a groovy slab of sunny, upper-’70s-vibin’ pop from part-time Fort Worthi...
The sound comes first. A sharp percussive click of ivory against ivory echoes as a tile lands face down on a mat. Then another. And another. In mahjong, that rattle gave the game its name: the word means sparrow, and the chattering of the tiles evokes the chirps of birds. That so...
OPENING The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act (NR) This feature presentation is the last two episodes of the Australian animated series about characters trapped in a digital world by an evil ringmaster. Voices by LIzzie Freeman, Michael Kovach, Marissa Lenti, Amanda Hufford, A...
As the FIFA World Cup 2026 makes its way to Texas, one local opera company hopes to score new fans by adding a soccer-themed twist to a classic production. Opera Arlington will host a reimagined version of “Carmen” where the role of Escamillo is transformed from a bullfighter to ...
Fort Worth police say the crash happened at the intersection of Interstate 30 and Oakland Blvd.
"The depletion of our resources, from water use, the electrical grid, the noise pollution," coalition member Tara Maldonado-Wilson said.
The City of Fort Worth is preparing to transfer management of the Will Rogers Memorial Center to a management agency formed by three nonprofits that have invested millions in the historic complex over the years. Gendy Street Management, itself a nonprofit, will include Fort Worth...
A $100 million project viewed as a catalyst for Panther Island development is under consideration for economic development incentives from the city of Fort Worth. Austin-based commercial real estate investment firm Seco Ventures is planning to invest in Fort Worth’s future Panthe...
Parents, educators and community leaders gathered at the Fort Worth ISD school board meeting Monday evening to voice opposition to the district reassigning a Muslim principal from her position. FWISD reassigned Shayma Alzubi from becoming Western Hills High School’s new principal...
Vacant land south of East Rosedale Street will soon be filled with new affordable housing units as the transformation of the Stop Six neighborhood continues. City and housing officials held a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday for the fifth phase of new development in the historical...
A plan for a historic Fort Worth building to serve as the new downtown library will not move forward. City leaders are now considering whether the property could serve as a new community arts center. Plans for the property at 512 W. 4th St. are shifting due to layout challenges t...
A spokesperson for Samsung said the move is designed to position the firm for long-term growth while building on the company's three-decade presence in Texas....
Thunderstorm warnings across the Metroplex have prompted a ground stop and delays at Dallas' two airports. Check the status of your flight here.
North Texas summers are no picnic. Now, as the World Cup comes to the region, the forecast is for an especially hot season. While temperatures in June are expected to remain within normal ranges, the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration is forecasting a slightly warmer tha...
First responders provided medical care, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
DFW Airport leaders will vote on several leases for restaurants that will occupy the new Terminal F.
North Texas keeps growing. A new study ranks Lewisville, McKinney, Frisco and Denton among the nation's fastest-growing boomtowns.
Emergency savings have always been important, but for many households, they feel more necessary now than ever. Everyday costs are higher, medical bills can arrive without warning, rent and housing expenses continue to pressure budgets, and even a small disruption in income can cr...
You might not think about how much work your air conditioner is putting in, from one scorching hot Texas summer to the next— that is, until your system unexpectedly breaks down, leaving you sweltering inside your own home. But how unexpected are AC breakdowns, really? Actually, t...
The district plans to prioritize history and community feedback when determining the future of the site.
Before there was a bustling interstate system, shopping centers and high-rises grazing the skyline, there was already a Fort Worth institution. A church. Mount Gilead Baptist Church, established in the 19th century by a pastor and 12 formerly enslaved people, stood as an epicente...
According to the suit, the student suffered a severe concussion along with the spinal cord injury, and was temporarily paralyzed.
DALLAS — With two weeks to go before the first 2026 FIFA World Cup match kickoff in Arlington, local and federal authorities in charge of ensuring safety and security for the football matches say they’re ready to go after more than two years of planning. “From the very beginning,...
This is the sixth store for the clothing retailer in Texas after openings in other cities like Grapevine, Hurst and El Paso.
The multimillion-dollar deal for the 11,433-square-foot home at 4815 Saint Johns Dr. closed on May 1.
Dr. Jay Bhaumik, the Chairman of Thesis Pharmacy, spent years working at the convergence of pharmacy operations, business leadership, and healthcare technology. From his specialized vantage point, Dr. Bhaumik has watched pharmacy environments shift from largely manual workflows t...
Trinity Metro is preparing an enhanced mobility plan to support increased travel demand during the FIFA World Cup soccer tournament in North Texas in June and July, with expanded connections between Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas, and DFW International Airport. If you’re looking t...
Location is everything. Two identical food trailers with the same menu can have completely different outcomes simply because of the city they’re in. One city might have favorable laws, high foot traffic, and a thriving street food culture. Another might have strict restrictions, ...
After playing their FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in Arlington, Texas, the world’s top players will take their soccer shoes and go home to countries like Croatia, Argentina, and Japan. But one noteworthy boot has no intention of leaving – and I interviewed him about it in the video...
There’s no Van Cliburn Competition taking place this summer, but if you yearn to listen to piano music anyway, you could do worse than see Tuner. This fleet, self-contained little New York-set thriller is something that John Cassavetes or Sidney Lumet might have directed 50 years...
One of the most confusing decisions Amazon Prime made in its early days was when it canceled the live-action remake of Ben Edlund’s brilliant superhero spoof The Tick. It had nothing to do with ratings, which wouldn’t matter since streaming services have been tightlipped on numbe...
How many people in the hospital system die because of “medical errors”? The definitive answer is elusive because calculations are opaque. The definition is also opaque — “medical errors” can be consistent with everything from surgical and diagnostic errors to equipment failures a...
Many local establishments throughout North Texas are gearing up for when the world comes to visit in a few weeks, but Peticolas Brewing Company was born for this moment. Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the brewery has themed beers on tap and a sports photography exhibit on its walls...
De’Shawn Turner walked across the stage thinking about the family members who told him to dream big after doctors warned him he might not be able to play basketball, run track or play football again. Estela Castro walked across the same stage hoping her younger brother would see ...
Gary McGrath is heading back on the bus. His classic rock-style band the McGrath Project has just returned home to Fort Worth after touring with ’80s pop icon Tiffany and is now hitting the road with another major-label act from way back when, classic rockers Nazareth. For McGrat...
Partnership Expands TND Geomatics’ Presence in Tarrant County and Strengthens Service Capabilities Across North Texas TND Geomatics is proud to announce the strategic merger of Spry Surveyors, a respected Tarrant County surveying firm founded and led by David Lewis, RPLS, into TN...
'Hadestown' actor making debut in show Bass Hall is about to get mythical as "Hadestown" returns to town this weekend, Friday-Sunday, June 5-7. The musical, winner of eight Tony Awards in 2019 and the 2020 Grammy Award winner for Best Musical Theater Album, performed to packed ho...
The Business Press will present the inaugural Business Titan Awards, a celebration of leadership, achievement, and community impact in Fort Worth. The event will recognize men whose influence extends far beyond the workplace. These are leaders who understand that true success is ...
Thrust Flight expanded its aviation workforce training footprint with a new Fort Worth campus at Spinks Airport, bringing accelerated airline pilot and aircraft mechanic programs closer to students across Tarrant County...
Multiple emergency agencies responded Tuesday to a carbon monoxide leak at a nursing and rehabilitation facility in Terrell. According to emergency officials, crews were called to the Terrell Healthcare Center in the 200 block of W. Nash St. after high levels of carbon monoxide w...
Days after a deadly apartment explosion tore through a North Oak Cliff neighborhood, one survivor is speaking publicly about the loss, trauma and long road to recovery that followed. Jose Lopez, a 74-year-old resident of the Clyde Apartments, said he was inside his apartment, sit...
A day after the Dallas Mavericks announced plans to leave Victory Park for a new arena, the Dallas Stars confirmed they want to relocate to Plano. The Stars announced Tuesday that they submitted plans to the city of Plano for a mixed-use development project and designs for a new ...
Years of security planning will soon be put to the test as the FIFA World Cup kicks off next week, bringing watch parties, pop-up events and daily soccer celebrations across North Texas. Fort Worth officials revealed some of their security measures at a meeting, including plans f...
The Dallas Mavericks' plan to leave downtown Dallas and relocate to North Dallas is raising concerns among business owners who rely on game-day crowds, while city leaders say the move could create new opportunities for long-term growth in the city center. The Mavericks are lookin...
The Dallas Wings are off to the best start to a regular season since the franchise relocated from Tulsa after the 2015 season. They dominated Seattle Monday night en route to a 23-point win, in which they held Seattle to 33% shooting from the field. Paige Bueckers had 10 points i...
Young readers across Arlington are invited to get a limited-edition bookmark celebrating the city's 150th anniversary. The bookmark designs are courtesy of sixth-grade students in the area and are available for pickup, for free, at all seven Arlington Public Library branches. Eac...
McAdams, a multidisciplinary planning, design and engineering firm specializing in site/civil design, geomatics, planning and design, transportation, water resources and construction administration, announced today the promotion of Ryan Akers to Dallas-Fort Worth Metro Lead, posi...
Quorum Architects, a commercial architect and interior design firm, is pleased to announce the promotion of Bessy Segovia to Marketing Manager. As marketing manager, she will oversee the firm’s pursuits and comprehensive marketing strategies....
The Shotwell Foundation, a Hurst-based nonprofit that provides vocational scholarships for students accelerating their careers in trades, awarded its first six scholarships in May to students in the Hurst Euless Bedford Independent School District. “We have met with our three par...
Tarrant County, Texas – June 2026 – The Women’s Policy Forum of Tarrant County is pleased to announce its June speaker program featuring Suzy Yowell, Director of Community Partnership for CASA of Tarrant County, on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Ridglea Country Club. During this in...
Cult-favorite skincare brand brings affordable, results-driven facials to Southlake FACE FOUNDRIÉ, an innovative focused facial bar known for accessible and results-driven skincare treatments, has opened the doors to its first Southlake location, located in the buzzy Southlake To...
Dallas' Klyde Warren Park will host free global watch parties throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup from June 11 through July 19. “Klyde Warren Park has always been Dallas’ town square — a place where people from every neighborhood, background and culture come together to celebrate ...
Weeks after his iconic whale mural was painted over in downtown Dallas, marine artist Robert Wyland is taking the fight to federal court. The artist behind the mural, which had stood in downtown Dallas since 1999, filed a lawsuit Monday against FIFA, FIFA affiliates and the owner...
The broadcast hub for the upcoming World Cup is officially operational in downtown Dallas, with the opening of the International Broadcast Center inside the city's convention center. The center will serve as the home for hundreds of journalists from around the globe when matches ...
The investigation into Thursday’s deadly explosion at the former Clyde Apartments in Oak Cliff has entered a new phase as crews move closer to the blast site. Atmos crews were seen working throughout the area as neighbors nearby said they are still waiting for answers and for bas...
For Todd and Jennifer Brook, photographs preserve some of life's most important moments. Pictures from a beach in Cabo San Lucas capture the couple's engagement. Other framed images document milestones from their 16 years together and two years of marriage. But the memories that ...
The Dallas Mavericks have taken a significant step in their search for a future arena and entertainment district, announcing Monday that they have entered into option agreements for the potential purchase of approximately 104 acres at the former Valley View Mall site. The organiz...
Fort Worth is cementing its status as a global defense powerhouse with a new $1B+ military contract to build next-generation aviation tech.
United States Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin recognized and honored the Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers who were on scene during the fatal 2025 Dallas ICE facility shooting on Monday afternoon. On September 24, 2025, a shooter opened fire on an ICE f...
Dr. Larry P. Tadlock, head of orthodontics at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry in Dallas, received the James E. Brophy Award from the American Association of Orthodontics for his service to the profession. Dr. Larry P. Tadlock of Colleyville, head of orthodontics at ...
Serena Williams will make her return to professional tennis at the HSBC Championships in London later this month, the tournament announced Monday. Williams will be competing in the doubles event with 19-year-old Victoria Mboko, currently the ninth-ranked singles player in the WTA...
Southlake police announced the arrest of a 60-year-old man who may be connected to multiple cases of forgery and more than two dozen victims. According to a social media post, someone at a local bank saw suspicious activity and alerted police about a forgery in progress. Officers...
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico coach Javier Aguirre opted for a new generation of players to use home ground advantage at the World Cup in a bid to seek redemption after one of the worst failures for El Tri in modern times at Qatar 2022. “El Vasco” Aguirre, guiding the Mexican team in...
BUENOS AIRES (AP) — Amid a worrying rash of injuries, Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni sought to dispel doubts by confirming that most of the reigning world champions, including captain Lionel Messi, will be part of the squad that will seek a second consecutive title at the 2026 Wo...
The Dallas Wings (5-3) are hosting the Seattle Storm (3-6) tonight at the College Park Center in Arlington at 7 p.m. The game will air nationally on USA Network. A win for Dallas would mark the team’s best start to a regular season since the franchise relocated to Texas in 2016. ...
Over the summer, NFL teams conduct organized team activities (OTAs) to ramp up their preparation for the new season. Dallas is scheduled to host OTAs on the following dates: June 1-2, June 4, June 8-9, and June 11. The Cowboys officially started their offseason workout program in...
FC Dallas defender Herman Johansson was selected to represent Sweden at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Johansson’s selection marks the first time in franchise history that FC Dallas has had three active players represented at a FIFA World Cup, f...
At least one person died in connection with a wrong-way crash early Saturday morning on Highway 121 near Sylvania, according to Fort Worth police. Officers responding to the scene found two vehicles involved in the crash. Police said one of the drivers died at the scene. The othe...
A law firm filed a lawsuit against Atmos Energy on behalf of Onecimo Ponce Mendoza, a resident of the Dallas apartment complex that exploded after a natural gas pipeline was damaged. Houston-based catastrophic injury law firm Kherkher Garcia, LLP filed the suit on May 29. The com...
H-E-B is one step closer to opening its first location in the city of Dallas. The grocery chain filed a construction permit for the store at 635 and Hillcrest Road on Wednesday. According to the permit, construction is set to begin in March 2027. The store is projected to open in...
As soccer fans from around the world converge on North Texas for FIFA World Cup 2026, passion, drama and soccer are on stage in Opera Arlington’s production of Bizet’s Carmen, playing June 5-6 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Arlington. Opera Arlington’s production is reimag...
One day after an explosion rocked an Oak Cliff neighborhood, community members gathered Friday evening to honor the lives lost and support families struggling to process the tragedy. Hundreds attended a vigil near the blast site, praying for grieving families and remembering vict...
The morning rush hour had a different feel on Friday in Oak Cliff, where bumper-to-bumper traffic outside Mission Oak Cliff was met not with frustration but with gratitude. A steady stream of people brought donations of food, clothes and other supplies to help neighbors who lost ...
The family of Dallas community activist Sylvia Collins confirmed to NBC 5 that she is among the three victims killed after a gas line ruptured Thursday, sparking a massive fire that destroyed an apartment building. The Dallas County Democratic Party posted a picture of Collins la...
School is out for most North Texas districts. Kick off your summer with these local events. Late Night at the Museum The DMA continues its Late Night series on Friday night from 7-11 p.m. Participate in arts & crafts, origami, watch artist demonstrations, gallery talks and more! ...
Dallas Fire Chief Justin Ball says everyone who lived at the apartment building destroyed by a natural gas-fueled explosion on Thursday has been accounted for. Ball confirmed Friday that three people were killed and five others were injured. Two of the victims were in one residen...
The owner of the Dallas apartment building destroyed in an inferno on Thursday says an engineering firm was doing soil testing when a gas line was ruptured, sparking a five-alarm fire that killed at least three people and injured five others. In a statement on Friday, Geoff Henle...
An 8-year-old boy reported missing in Celina on Friday morning has been found deceased. According to Celina Police, they were notified at about 9:30 a.m. that 8-year-old MJ Ashmead was missing. Police said the boy had severe developmental disabilities and was last seen near his h...
Summit High School Principal Jason Mutterer has a reputation. "He has such a close connection to us," said Malachi Clark, a graduate. You may not remember his name, but you probably remember the gift he gave every graduate last May. "I mean, he wrote 443 letters, and each note wa...
Two teenage boys told officers they were lured to an Arlington park on Wednesday night and were attacked by two people wearing masks. Officers said they were called to Brantley Hinshaw Park in the 2100 block of Overbrook Drive at about 11:10 p.m. on Wednesday night to investigate...
Fort Worth police and the FBI say a North Texas K-9 helped investigators take down 15 accused child sex predators during an operation targeting internet child exploitation. Authorities said “Operation Wolf Pack” focused on internet child exploitation and child sex abuse material ...
A natural gas explosion destroyed a residential building in the Oak Cliff area of Dallas on Thursday afternoon, killing three people, including a child, and injuring several others, according to Dallas Fire-Rescue. Dallas Fire-Rescue officials said Thursday night that the victims...
The Czech National Soccer Team announced a community training session for next weekend, with the free ticket lottery opening on Sunday, May 31. The training session will be on June 6 at 9:30 a.m. CT. Attendees will get to watch on-field training. “It is an honor to serve as Team ...
The University of North Texas Mean Green football team will take on the reigning national champions, the Indiana Hoosiers, to kick off their 2026 season Saturday, Sept. 5. The game will take place in Bloomington at 11 a.m. CST. North Texas's first home game will be against UNLV o...
Universal is giving North Texas families something big to look forward to this summer. The company announced on Thursday that its highly anticipated Universal Kids Resort in Frisco will officially open on July 1, 2026. The project marks a major first for Universal, as a theme par...
After years of collecting stories often left out of the history books, the Dallas Asian American Historical Society has found a permanent home to preserve them. The organization announced this month that it is partnering with the Dallas Public Library to house its growing collect...
The Dallas Cowboys unveiled the dates and times for their 3 preseason games this summer. The preseason opponents were announced along with the NFL schedule two weeks ago. The Cowboys will actually go to Seattle twice this season: Saturday, Aug. 15 at 7 p.m. for Preseason Week 1 a...
With a little more than two weeks until the first FIFA World Cup match in Dallas, local and federal law enforcement agencies announced Wednesday the conclusion of a major operation targeting organized crime in North Texas. Representatives from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, ATF Dall...
A man was hit and killed on Interstate 35W in Fort Worth after he stepped out of his car following a minor crash, police said.
A confrontation at a neighborhood pool party in North Texas, now viewed millions of times online, has led to the arrest of an Irving firefighter. Melissa police say 44-year-old Kevin Brown was arrested after bringing a rifle to a community pool during a dispute involving children...
Fort Worth, TEXAS – May 2026 – LanCarte Commercial has completed the lease of 1362–1364 Ranchers Legacy, a newly constructed industrial facility within Markum Business Park in the Fort Worth ETJ. The transaction was completed by Sarah LanCarte and Finn Wilson of LanCarte Commerci...
Balcom Agency has been selected as the agency of record for The Desi Creamery, an emerging specialty ice cream brand dedicated to authentic South Asian flavors. The agency will lead the brand’s positioning, digital presence and expansion strategy as the creamery scales operations...
Goodwill North Central Texas announced today the promotion of two leaders within the organization: Karyette Simmons to Director of Workforce Development – Education and Autumn Harold to Director of Safety and Asset Protection. These promotions reflect Goodwill’s commitment to dev...
Ronald Makumbi, a Doctor of Pharmacy student at UNT Health Fort Worth, recently was appointed by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to serve as the student regent on the UNT System Board of Regents. Makumbi will serve a one-year term through May 31, 2027. As student...
Memory lives in the familiar, in the sound of rain falling on a weeping willow tree, and in treasured photographs of departed family members. For artist Du Chau, those memories are the foundation of his work. “They are the backbones for the whole family,” Chau said. Chau is traci...
Hand-painted soccer balls, plans for giant screens and daily watch parties signal a summer of global sport and local pride in the heart of downtown.
The red carpet started near the Clifford Davis Elementary stage and ran beneath the basketball hoop. Recent alum Saron Kennedy watched from the side as students walked it in pairs and small groups May 14, carrying flags, holding hands and smiling toward families who filled the gy...
Dallas city leaders have approved transferring city-owned land in southern Dallas to a nonprofit planning to build a tiny home village for veterans experiencing homelessness. The Dallas City Council voted unanimously on Wednesday to hand over seven undeveloped acres across from t...
The Arlington Planning & Zoning Commission on April 29 approved a revised development plan for multifamily residential apartments on West Arkansas Lane near the Pantego town limits. The vote was 7-1, with one abstention. Commissioner Derek Carter voted no. Jacob Sumpter abstained...
Emily Bedolla, 18, kept moving the focus of a conversation back to her classmates at Harmony School of Innovation in Fort Worth. She talked about students earning engineering certifications and conducting biomedical research in nearby classrooms at the charter school. Classmate J...
The lug nut refused to budge for students in an automotive class at Fort Worth ISD’s Polytechnic High School. So they called Big Bro over for help. Known around the shop for knowledge of cars, Big Bro quickly diagnosed the problem: The ratchet was too short to gain leverage. Big ...
The 40-year-old man pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine. He will be sent to federal prison.
The high-profile case against Karmelo Anthony in the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf during a Frisco track meet heads to trial this week. Jury selection began on Monday morning in Collin County and is expected to conclude on Wednesday. Opening arguments will begin once the jury ...
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and State Rep. James Talarico are already launching attacks against each other as the Texas Senate race begins to take shape following Tuesday’s primary election. Just hours after Paxton officially secured the Republican nomination, Talarico anno...
North Texas is set to reach a population of 9 million people over the next year. That’s according to new data released last week by the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG). “It is a positive that people are moving here and I think that it really says that our area...
We're seeing big changes at AT&T Stadium in Arlington in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which starts Thursday, June 11. The name of the famous stadium is changing from AT&T Stadium to Dallas Stadium. Work has been underway inside the stadium for weeks. FIFA requires par...
The latest "Yellowstone" spinoff, "Dutton Ranch," spent months filming in North Texas, and apparently, they had friends to keep them company in the Texas prairie....
An altercation at a stoplight led to a shooting on Seminary Drive Saturday, Fort Worth police said.
Donations have poured in from across North Texas, including gift cards, bottled water, nonperishable food, clothing, blankets, toiletries and household goods....
For the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee, 247 spellers earned spots in the national competition, which began Tuesday in Washington, D.C. The one North Texan who advanced to the finals, Avishka Dudala, has lost the national competition after misspelling "Oconee Bells." Avishka D...
Early voting is underway as two candidates face off in a June 13 runoff for an at-large Arlington City Council seat. The candidates are Arlington ISD trustee Melody Fowler and University of Texas at Arlington professor Jason Shelton. Both candidates failed to surpass the 50% thre...
Aziaha James scored 18 points off the bench, Paige Bueckers had 10 points, nine rebounds and seven assists and the Dallas Wings beat the Seattle Storm 79-56 on Monday night. Bueckers scored all 10 of her points in the first half to help Dallas lead 36-25. She finished the game 4 ...
Dallas' Klyde Warren Park will host free global watch parties throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup from June 11 through July 19. Organizers said the broadcast will be available in English and Spanish and will transform Dallas' town square into a premier public gather place for fans...
The man who admitted to killing a Terrell police officer during a traffic stop in 2024 was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison without the possibility of parole. A Kaufman County judge handed down the sentence to Darrian Johnson within minutes of his court appearance, after he ...
“Never again” is a saying that echoes throughout the Jewish community. It is a solemn reminder of the Holocaust and a vow to never let an atrocity like that happen again. For some, this saying equates to Jewish suffering. For others, it’s a call to fight all forms of systematic o...
I did not have time to catch up on all three seasons of The Mandalorian before I saw Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu. Nevertheless, I found it a more satisfying experience than either Rogue One or Solo. This movie was initially conceived as the fourth season of the TV show, ...
Two of the top wheelchair tennis players in the country call North Texas home. They're in Knokke-Heist, Belgium, this week, hoping to bring home an international championship. The BNP Paribas World Team Cup: Junior Festival brings together top junior wheelchair tennis players fro...
The Netherlands National Team announced its 2026 FIFA World Cup roster, featuring stars from the biggest clubs in Europe, including the English Premier League. The roster includes some of the biggest stars in global soccer, like Liverpool's Cody Gakpo, Ryan Gravenberch, and Virgi...
The Dallas Wings and their young stars, Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers, are off to their best start since 2023. Thursday night brings the biggest test of the season, so far, when they host the reigning WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces and the reigning regular-season and Finals MVP, A'j...
An enthusiastic audience discovered simple strategies and exercises to improve the health and vitality of their brains on Tuesday, May 19, at River Crest Country Club. Jaime Cobb Tinsley, Vice President of Family & Professional and Education, and Hollie Lowe, Director of Educ...
Susser Bank has appointed Logon Collins as Senior Vice President, Relationship Manager, strengthening the bank’s growing commercial banking presence in Fort Worth. Collins will focus on developing commercial relationships and delivering tailored financial solutions to businesses ...
Legend Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for Legend Bank, N.A., today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Graham Savings and Loan, SSB, a Texas community bank founded in 1934, headquartered in Graham, Texas with approximately $160 million in ass...
Fort Worth is shaped by more than skylines, construction projects, and quarterly profits. It is shaped by leaders whose vision creates opportunity, whose businesses strengthen the local economy, and whose commitment to service leaves a lasting mark on the community. Some are cele...
92% of FWCD’s senior class received scholarships, 12 were named National Merit Finalists or Commended Students, 10 will participate in collegiate athletics, and three will pursue collegiate fine arts Fort Worth Country Day’s (FWCD) Class of 2026 has earned more than $15.6 mi...
When James Bacon first attempted to taxidermy deer, he taught himself how from instructions in a book with crudely drawn pictures. “They look terrible, but they’re still hanging on my wall,” Bacon said. He is a hunter, and his experience with another taxidermist left him dissatis...
The Surface Transportation Board is pausing a decision on an $85 billion merger between Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern Railway. The federal agency — which regulates the nation’s railroads — announced its unanimous decision May 28 to allow both companies to submit mor...
Barnes & Noble, which once had three locations in Fort Worth — four if you count the university-focused Texas Christian University location — will soon have three again. The New York-based bookstore chain recently filed a plan with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation...
On Wednesday evenings at The Holly, customers come for natural wine and find themselves face to face with a spread of nigiri and sashimi — and a chef who will walk them through every piece. For most, it’s their first time. “There’s always new folks on Wednesdays who just didn’t k...
Keeping America’s F-35 fighter jets stocked with missiles and other armaments is a crucial need as the nation’s war with Iran rages on. That’s why Fort Worth-based Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Co. received an $879 million order from U.S. defense officials this month. The order is ...
Celina police said during a press conference that the boy's body was recovered from a pond.
TCPH says the overall risk of Ebola in Tarrant County remains low.
Demry Miller never saw his widowmaker heart attack coming. He was a healthy 53-year-old — not the kind of person he thought had heart attacks, he said. Then, he collapsed at his job in Granbury. His heart stopped beating. Miller’s co-workers performed CPR, and he was taken by amb...
Editor’s note: Made in Tarrant is an occasional Q&A series on small businesses started in Tarrant County. Submit your business here. No surprise North Texas is a big market for Western wear. One south Arlington-based manufacturer and retailer is trying to increase its market shar...
Key School volunteers Kanani Mahelona and Amanda Dickson struck up a conversation one day about how they could take their service to the next level. Welcome to 52 Faces 52 Faces of Community is a Fort Worth Report weekly series spotlighting local unsung heroes. It is sponsored by...
From Zest back in March to last week’s annual special Summertime issue, our Calendar sections were chock full of future things to do. Well, the future has arrived, and so have these events. Friday, May 29, 2026 Dickies Arena (1911 Montgomery St, Fort Worth, 817-402-9000) is the s...
Sometime in the early 2010s at a teacher prep for our state’s high-stakes test at my old high school, one voice stood out. After we’d weathered the administrators’ obligatory pep talks, Kirk Ninemire’s hand shot up. As nervous titters ran through the audience, the visiting admini...
The runoffs for Texas primary elections are over, solidifying the slate of nominees on November’s midterm ballot. In addition to state and federal government positions, Tarrant County voters will elect more than a dozen representatives at various levels of county government, from...
The groundbreaking is set for June 2.
OPENING Backrooms (R) Kane Parsons adapts his own YouTube series of horror videos about people becoming trapped in an endless labyrinth of yellow rooms. Starring Renate Reinsve, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Finn Bennett, Lukita Maxwell, Avan Jogia, Katherine Isabelle, and Mark Duplass. (Ope...
A controversial warehouse development near Marine Creek Ranch moved forward after developers agreed to prohibit data centers and several other uses from being part of the project. Development of the land in north Fort Worth near Sansom Park was one of several closely watched zoni...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes took part in the first voluntary workout of the offseason program on Tuesday, just over five months after he underwent surgery to repair ligaments in his left knee and four months ahead of their season opener....
Players from across the United States — and beyond — will be sporting red, white, and blue at the FIFA World Cup this summer. The U.S. men's national team World Cup roster was announced Tuesday afternoon. Twenty-six players earned a spot on the squad, including national team vete...
American Airlines is leaping into the Starlink arms race, with the Fort Worth carrier saying Tuesday that it will install the premium internet service on select narrowbody aircraft starting early next year. American, which operates its central hub at DFW International Airport, sa...
Accreditation affirms national standards for the institution’s nursing education program. UNT Health Fort Worth’s College of Nursing has earned full accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education through June 30, 2031, for its Bachelor of Science in Nursing and...
This Saturday May 30, 2026, attendees of the Fort Worth Whiskey Riot festival will be able to try more than 180 whiskies, bourbons, cocktails, and more from both well-known and up-and-coming local, regional, national, and international brands. Now in its 8th year o...
Among the nine matches to be played at Dallas Stadium for the FIFA World Cup 2026, one country is making its first-ever appearance. Jordan has qualified for the global tournament and will take on reigning champion Argentina in Arlington on Saturday, June 27. Jordanian Americans a...
Whether you call it a chant, an anthem, or just organized chaos, the art of the team chant is part of the fabric of international soccer for fans. For Charlotte Tate’s family, who are transplants to North Texas from England, it's more than tradition; it’s part of their history. “...
Injuries to some of soccer’s star players are mounting ahead of next month’s World Cup, with Lionel Messi joining a list of concerns that already included Lamine Yamal. Messi left the field after reaching toward his left hamstring in a game for Inter Miami in Major League Soccer ...
Artists and city leaders were on hand for the unveiling of the largest public art mural in Dallas. The work has been visible for a couple of weeks. Internationally acclaimed, Dutch artist Rosalie de Graaf says it took two weeks and a few Texas artists to help complete. The mural,...
Three people are dead and another was wounded after a shooting at a party in West Dallas, police said. Officers responded just before 12:30 a.m. early Tuesday morning to a shooting on Vilbig Road near Singleton Boulevard at a home being used as a short-term rental. Two of the vic...
A blanket of red, white and blue covered Reverchon Park in Dallas as thousands gathered for the closing ceremonies of Carry the Load — a Memorial Day tribute honoring military veterans and first responders who died in service. The annual event marked 15 years since Carry the Load...
Fort Worth is renowned as one of America's best cities for top-notch theatre. It has produced its fair share of Broadway talent and a plethora of other stars criss-crossing the country on a variety of tours. Such stars as Major Attaway (longest-running Genie in Broadway's "Aladdi...
Neighbors in Oak Cliff rushed to rescue an 11-year-old boy who was swept away by fast-rising creek water during Sunday afternoon’s storms in Dallas. Dallas Fire said crews received multiple calls at about 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, about young boys riding the current downstream behind ...
The Fort Worth Police Department removed the post but has not said whether the man is or is not connected to the crime.
A group of men used a female friend to lure two teens to an Arlington park with the intention of fighting them. The plan backfired when a teen stabbed two of them....
It's been a decade since TCU hired the founding dean of its medical school in Fort Worth. A group of about 100, including prominent Fort Worth leaders, gathered recently to celebrate ten years of Dr. Stuart Flynn, the founding dean of the Anne Marion Burnett School of Medicine at...
Construction is getting underway on $10.7 million in street improvements in Fort Worth’s Uptown area. Documenters empowers people like you to help fill the gaps in reporting on Tarrant County public meetings. Find out how you can join here. Voters approved the street work through...
The Fort Worth Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge offers a chance for students of all ages to earn prizes for their summer reading. Participants do not have to have a library card, but just need to sign up at a local library and register for free on the Beanstack website to start l...
Members of the city of Fort Worth’s Community Development Council heard proposals from nine organizations requesting money from federal Community Development Block Grant funding in the 2026-27 fiscal year. Documenters empowers people like you to help fill the gaps in reporting on...
Fort Worth’s new master transportation plan cleared a milestone toward adoption May 14, when the City Plan Commission approved a recommendation to Fort Worth City Council for its adoption. Documenters empowers people like you to help fill the gaps in reporting on Tarrant County p...
Editor’s note: Transcript provided by CoverGov. A rebuild of a 1.4-mile stretch of West Pipeline Road between Harrison Trail and Brown Trail is coming. The Hurst City Council on May 26 approved a $7 million contract for reconstruction of the roadway. The project includes utilitie...
Giovannie Delgadillo will miss every classroom. Not just one room. Not one hallway. Not one specific place where he learned to read, count or make friends. Everywhere. The rising second grader spent his final year at Edward J. Briscoe Elementary watching classmates disappear from...
By Wendy L. Moore It’s 8 a.m. on a Thursday and I’m sitting in my favorite coffee shop in Fairmount, sipping a mocha and tapping through a few neighborhood reports on the MyFW app. It has become part of my weekly ritual — a small way I try to keep Historic Southside safe and care...
Arlington’s Entertainment District is officially in full soccer mode — and now it has the boot to match. City officials and representatives from the North Texas FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee welcomed the Texan Golden Boot to Arlington on Thursday afternoon. Arlington Mayor ...
A moving salute to America can be viewed on the nation’s railroad tracks. Fort Worth-based BNSF Railway is celebrating the country’s 250th birthday with three specially decorated locomotives. The commemorative locomotives — each painted red, white and blue with stars and stripes ...
Religious leaders, community activists and teachers called on Fort Worth ISD to reinstate a Muslim educator reassigned from her newly appointed role as principal after the announcement of her hire drew online backlash. FWISD announced Shayma Alzubi as Western Hills High School’s ...
The Fort Worth Police Department said a male victim is in critical condition after getting shot during an altercation between two vehicles. On Sunday afternoon, police arrested Jose Camargo in connection to the shooting, and charged him with aggravated assault with a deadly weapo...
Employees and customers at the Benbrook Nail Bar celebrated a grand reopening Wednesday, with renovations turning a traumatic moment into a fresh start....
The Carroll ISD students competed in five categories to capture the title.
The countdown to the World Cup is building across North Texas, and Fort Worth is already embracing the excitement. Sundance Square unveiled a new soccer-themed art installation featuring more than two dozen hand-painted soccer balls created by local artists. The display is part o...
The Fort Worth City Council on Tuesday will hear a presentation from staff on data center regulations, amid community calls to halt the increasing number of supercomputer warehouses. The presentation is anticipated to mark the starting point of more robust discussion among city s...
2026 marks 150 years of the American Dream City. Yard signs across the city, a dedicated website and even a podcast mark the occasion. But in the coming months, a permanent fixture created by one of Arlington’s own will commemorate the celebration. A new art installation featurin...
Akleysia Angesom did not just want to say she could read. She wanted her friends to say they could, too. As she sifted through books in the Clifford Davis Elementary library May 19, the third grade student said she could now read words — in English — that once felt too big. Tigri...
The mother of a woman who died while in custody at Tarrant County Jail is suing the county and 10 jailers two years after her death. Chasity Bonner, 35, died in jail custody on May 27, 2024. Her mother, LaMonica Bratton, filed the federal lawsuit alleging the jail and its staff v...
If your name is Charles, or some variant, and you love golf, this is your lucky week in Fort Worth. In conjunction with the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial, the recently opened indoor golf and entertainment venue Five Iron Golf Fort Worth is offering anyone named Charles — i...
Arlington’s On-Demand rideshare service received a $350,000 grant from the Federal Transit Administration to be used throughout the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches. The grant comes from $10 million in federal funds distributed across the Fort Worth-Dallas area to help meet increased ...
Fort Worth plumber Jack Lanham watched the diesel pump stop at $175 before the tank on his truck was even full. He drives a repurposed ambulance now packed with sewer cameras, tools and other plumbing equipment that has become one of Wild West Plumbing’s most recognizable vehicle...
A new era begins at The Dallas Opera on June 1 as David Lomelí begins his tenure as the company’s Kern Wildenthal General Director and CEO. “David Lomelí is the rare leader who understands that great opera companies must honor tradition while fearlessly building for the future. H...
Raman Bhaumik brings a leadership perspective shaped by her roles as a pharmacist and executive, enhanced by experience in organizational transformation and long-range strategic planning, to bear on today’s most urgent healthcare concerns. Building strong teams without sacrificin...
As homeownership remains out of reach for many Americans, Congress is debating what could become one of the most comprehensive housing bills in decades. The proposed 21st Century Road to Housing Act includes provisions aimed at increasing housing supply, encouraging zoning reform...
TGIF! With our weekend being extra long, this week definitely felt a tad bit short. But thankfully, this means we are one day closer to our weekend plans. We are starting off this weekend with Friday dinner reservations in downtown Arlington. Taste Community Restaurant is launchi...
Exactly what your weekend needs Find out what's "Weekend Worthy" with our arts & culture newsletter. Sign up for essential Fort Worth-area events and news — free. Sign up for free Happy Thursday, Are you a pro golf enthusiast? If so, get ready because some of the world’s top golf...
A helicopter crashed and landed on its side in North Fort Worth on Wednesday, officials said. Two people were injured.
The man who admitted to killing Terrell officer Jacob Candanoza was sentenced Wednesday, bringing what the officer’s family hopes will be the end of a painful chapter. Candanoza’s father, David Candanoza, said no punishment will erase the pain of losing his son, but he hopes the ...
Former Fort Worth Police Officer William Martin pleaded guilty this month after he shot a man in a hit-and-run incident while off duty. He was later fired by FWPD....
Shannon Callender grew up in Plano doing what most Texas kids do: summers at the pool, barefoot in the backyard, weekends on the lake. As an adult, she bought a boat and spent every summer on the water. She says she never wore sunscreen because she thought that since she tanned e...
A North Texas middle school art teacher is accused of "child grooming" after allegedly sending a boy sexually suggestive messages and photographs on social media. NBC 5 has obtained an arrest warrant filed against 28-year-old Haley Krista Radabaugh. According to Irving police, mu...
High-end jeweler will shutter longest-running store in North Texas
The Fort Worth Police Department provided an update and released body camera video on Friday of the weekend shootings involving officers. Two suspects died, and an officer was injured following the two officer-involved shootings stemming from the same scene in Fort Worth, early S...
Irving and Fort Worth Score Huge Upward Moves as Plano Sets New Record and Repeats as Texas’ Top-Ranked City On Wednesday, May 20, the nonprofit Trust for Public Land released its annual ParkScore index, which ranks local park systems across the country including the DFW Metrople...
Worth Credit Union, formerly known as Fort Worth Community Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Massey as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective April 6, 2026.Mr. Massey brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in the financial servic...
To support its global customer base, Italy-based ATLIX will open a U.S. headquarters and distribution center in a class A industrial project near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. ATLIX is a primary supplier of industrial metal 3D printers, which are manufactured in Italy ...
Restaurants from Fort Worth to Arlington are showing the games live and, at some, guests score a special menu.
What was supposed to be a free advertisement for the Burleson Library Summer Reading Program, has turned into a viral moment that even they can't believe. "Our team creates a lot of really funny and cute videos, but this one took off and we couldn't love it more," Community Servi...
Leadership received an offer in April for Mount Gilead Baptist Church’s 1912 building in downtown Fort Worth. Final services are May 31.
Voters approved funding to reopen the Seminary South Library in the May 2 bond election. It was closed to hold the city’s history center.
More than 30 Dallas-Fort Worth artists were invited to paint unique designs for the downtown district’s “Summer of Soccer” celebration.
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As students across Tarrant celebrate graduation, pets at the Humane Society of North Texas are ready to mark a milestone of their own.
Denton City Council adopted its Vision Zero Action plan, similar to Dallas and Fort Worth. The goal is to improve roadway safety and eliminate traffic-related deaths by 2050. Dallas has seen success in reducing traffic deaths on Loop 12 by redesigning parts of the road and more t...
Editor’s note: A featured pet may be adopted by the time you inquire, but many more are always waiting to meet you through the Humane Society of North Texas. At the Humane Society of North Texas, adoption is about changing lives, one match at a time. Learn more about adoptions at...
Seco Enterprises LLC plans the $100 million development in the heart of the Panther Island district.
For people looking for queer-forward spaces, there’s just a handful throughout Tarrant County, with three conveniently clustered around South Jennings and Pennsylvania avenues on the Near Southside. And it’s there where I thought I’d spend a jolly afternoon recently. My first sto...
A daytime homicide investigation in Dallas led authorities to a nearby North Texas suburb, where the 22-year-old murder suspect was tracked down.
DART is increasing train frequency and capacity across North Texas to handle crowds during the FIFA World Cup 2026.
North Texas summers are no picnic. Now, as the World Cup comes to the region, there’s a chance the forecast could be for an especially hot season. While temperatures in June are expected to remain within normal ranges, the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration is forecastin...
Nestled off I-20 in Fort Worth is an unassuming building that most would easily pass without a second thought, but inside its weathered facade and lived-in aesthetic, a group of people are working to build a community that embraces gender-expansive people. Finn’s Place honors the...
It’s a shame I need to reiterate why we put out this issue every year, but when straight people are forced to live in darkness and untold numbers of them are executed simply for being straight, then we’ll give you a Straight Pride Issue. Until then, unkindly STFU. “tHeM qUEeRs Do...
I’m not one to deter anyone from getting drunk at a bar and belching up grandiose ideas, but when the inspiration strikes you to declare some genius endeavor with the phrase “we should totally start a …,” that inspiration should be met with a little bit of caution, as if it were ...
The feelings of Cowtown locals nearly a century ago are largely left to the imaginations of writers and historians. The conversations, the glances, the private understandings between folks who couldn’t afford to be known — all are long evaporated in the Texas heat. What survives ...
After relocating to South Main Village last year, Trinity Pride Fest experienced its largest turnout to date. More than 7,000 souls packed the Near Southside area around South Main Street for a day of partying and inclusivity. And of being out and loud. With the World Cup happeni...
The latest Fortune 500 list puts Texas on top, with Dallas-Fort Worth home to many of the companies driving the state's economic clout.
Saturday, June 6, 2026 The first Saturday in June seems to be the kickoff of Pride Month, with several events taking place. Start your day with Pridenton, a community rally at Denton Courthouse Square (110 W Hickory St, Denton, 940-349-2850) from 8am to 10am in support of Texas E...
Pride Kel-So is back for another go-round this fall. After drawing more than 1,600 last October to the Keller-Southlake area, the inaugural event, organizers say, demanded a follow-up. Slated for Sat, Oct 3, the second annual Pride Kel-So will take place at the same location as l...
Chandra Hooper Barnett was removed from Woodrow Wilson High School in 2025 after calling a meeting for Black students only. She's now heading to Lincoln High School....
After four years of providing free wireless internet for five neighborhood improvement zones, Fort Worth will sunset the program in wake of the citywide fiber network construction.The Neighborhood Wi-Fi program, launched during COVID-19, provided Stop Six, Ash Crescent, Northside...
Listen up, Fort Worth! Welcome to The Soundcheck, a biweekly music column keeping you in the loop on what’s happening across the Tarrant music scene. The month of June brings an exciting intersection of two community celebrations: Pride Month and Juneteenth. This special edition ...
Fort Worth police are taking a “surgical” approach to reducing crime block by block. The police department worked with criminologists at the University of Texas at San Antonio to divide Fort Worth’s geography into a grid of 92,348 football-field-sized cells. Officials then identi...
The land around Farrington Field is back in play. Fort Worth ISD issued a revised request for proposals on May 29 as it seeks developers for property surrounding the historic stadium. The development reset comes weeks after residents urged state-appointed district leaders to slow...
The newly reopened Caravan Court Hotel is welcoming guests once again as Arlington continues preparing for an influx of international visitors ahead of the World Cup. Located about a half-mile from what will soon become a World Cup pitch, the hotel officially reopened this week a...
Grady Emerson was named the Gatorade National Baseball Player of the Year after a stellar senior season that saw him lead Fort Worth Christian to their eighth TAPPS state title game, and Emerson could soon find his name called in the first few picks of the MLB Draft in July. Emer...
Two brothers have been charged with murder in the death of Jorge Sanchez following a confrontation near Lake June Road and Peachtree, according to police. For Sanchez's family, the loss has been made even more painful by news they learned one day after his death: Sanchez was abou...
Voters across Texas are heading back to the polls to finalize their choices in the runoff from May's local municipal election. All of the races in the June 13 election are runoffs for undecided contests from the May 2 municipal election. If a candidate in a race did not receive m...
A jury has been seated in the high-profile case against Karmelo Anthony in the April 2025 stabbing death of Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet. Opening arguments are expected to begin on Thursday morning. Civil rights group The Next Generation Action Network said they wer...
Heat has long been an issue at World Cups. The 2022 Qatar tournament was played later in the year because of it. Last year's Club World Cup experienced a heat wave that sent temperatures soaring into the 90s F and above in many areas. Following the event, the soccer players' glob...
The Clearfork development is getting a serving from one of the city’s home-grown restaurant groups. After nearly 10 years at Waterside, chef Marcus Paslay’s Piattello Italian Kitchen restaurant is relocating to the recently opened three-story office building in the Clearfork deve...
When most people call 911, they expect to hear from a dispatcher. In Arlington, some callers may now be connected directly to a registered nurse. The city's new Nurse Navigation Program, launched last week, allows certain callers with non-life-threatening medical concerns to spea...
Lace up your running shoes and get ready to write your next chapter. The fifth annual Race on Race Street returns this fall, bringing runners, walkers and neighbors together under this year’s theme: “Every step has a story.” Registration is now open for the Oct. 10 event in Fort ...
Students in new doctoral program will start this fall. UNT Health Fort Worth has received final approval from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to offer a new Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences degree program, officially adding the degree to th...
RSM US LLP (“RSM”) – the leading provider of consulting, tax and assurance services for the middle market – is celebrating its 100th anniversary, marking a century of advising middle market businesses through periods of economic, operational and technological change. In Fort Wort...
Fort Worth’s Dickies Arena could be getting a new name. Bluestar Alliance, which bought the Dickies brand from VF Corp. for $600 million last year, indicated to Trail Drive Management Corp., the arena’s manager, that it doesn’t want to be the venue’s naming rights partner anymore...
This opening paragraph is for the oldsters. Specifically, for people my age who have other (and I can only hope, better) things to do than keep up with the subject at hand. I’m talking about “creepypasta,” an online term that describes horror content created for the Internet. It ...
The RFP is seeking partners for development on tracts of land around the field Fort Worth ISD extended the deadline for the updated Request for Proposals (RFP) for Farrington Field, asking developers to submit proposed plans for the land surrounding the structure to help fund upd...
Chef Marcus Paslay’s Italian Eatery Proves that Cowtown Hospitality Belongs Alongside Global Luxury Piattello Italian Kitchen, the celebrated Italian concept from the From Scratch Hospitality group, is thrilled to officially announce its upcoming move to The ...
City officials are proposing Fort Worth leaders consider amending regulations that would shape how data centers can operate and prohibit the development of cryptocurrency mining. The proposals come amid rapid development of data centers across the state and a flurry of concerns f...
John Carney’s films are great because they have that one great song. Sometimes Carney writes that song himself and sometimes other people do it, but his movies draw their strength from that song that throbs with life, reaches into your soul, and leaves you in a puddle. His last m...
A daytime homicide investigation in Dallas led authorities to a nearby North Texas suburb, where the 22-year-old murder suspect was tracked down.
The trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager facing a first-degree murder charge after admitting to fatally stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet, begins in Collin County on Thursday. If Anthony is convicted, he faces between 5 years and 99 yea...
A growing challenge in the luxury resale industry is separating authentic products from increasingly sophisticated fakes. At Keeks, that process starts with AI....
The "Western Base Camp" has events planned throughout the duration of FIFA's time in North Texas
Dickie's Arena in Fort Worth is poised for a name change after its namesake's new owners, Bluestar Alliance, withdrew naming rights.
The trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager facing a first-degree murder charge after admitting to fatally stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, began Thursday morning in Collin County. Anthony is accused of fatally stabbing 17-year...
It’s not unusual to see prix-fixe menus in this column each week, but I’ll admit that, before I started writing The Dish, I didn’t know what that term meant. Go figure, it was yet another French term the Duolingo owl never bothered to teach me. For those of you who also are unfam...
Several of North Texas' favorite brands will soon be available at DFW International Airport. We broke down the full list.
American Airlines is temporarily suspending some of its routes this summer, as steep jet fuel costs continue to strain carriers' budgets amid the war with Iran. In a statement, American said it had adjusted service on “select routes” in August and September and that affected trav...
The newly reopened Caravan Court Hotel is welcoming guests once again as Arlington continues preparing for an influx of international visitors ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Located about a half-mile from what will soon become a World Cup pitch, the hotel officially reopened t...
Since 2019, Andrew Piel has thought of himself as a servant to all the people of Arlington. He said his passion is giving a voice to people who may not otherwise be heard. It’s why he became an attorney, and it was the same goal he had when he was first elected to represent the r...
Exactly what your weekend needs Find out what's "Weekend Worthy" with our arts & culture newsletter. Sign up for essential Fort Worth-area events and news — free. Sign up for free Happy Thursday, Local Latin American artists and others from across the country come together in For...
Bell Textron says 285 employees were affected by layoffs across three facilities, including Fort Worth. Some workers also face a furlough starting June 15....
UNT Health Fort Worth’s new pharmaceutical sciences PhD program could help meet growing workforce needs in North Texas. While other regions in Texas have schools that offer the program, Rebecca Cunningham, senior associate dean for research and professor of pharmaceutical science...
Dickies Arena in Fort Worth is poised for a name change after its namesake's new owners, Bluestar Alliance, withdrew naming rights.
Several Dallas city leaders representing the southern side of the city are warning that major departures from downtown could hurt the future of Dallas’ urban core and the communities that rely on it. Dallas City Council members Maxie Johnson, Zarin Gracey and Lorie Blair led a ne...
The trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager facing a first-degree murder charge after admitting to fatally stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, began Thursday morning in Collin County. Anthony is accused of fatally stabbing 17-year...
Developers are moving forward with various hotel and mixed-use projects in the Fort Worth Stockyards area. The latest proposal is from Raymond Management Co., the Wisconsin-based developer behind several area hotels including the Homewood Suites by Hilton on the Near Southside. R...
TGIF! Unfortunately for car enthusiasts, your weekend plans have been rained out — the Arlington Classic Car Show is postponed due to weather concerns. But don’t worry, I’ve got plenty of other ways you can spend your weekend indoors. The 2026 NBA Finals have arrived, and I am sp...
Fort Worth-based Bell Textron Inc. announced the layoff of hundreds of employees — about 3% of the company’s workforce — at three of its facilities in Texas and Kansas. The defense contractor — which is ramping up production of the U.S. Army’s MV-75 Cheyenne II aircraft — said a ...
As North Texas prepares for an international event expected to draw millions, Mansfield city leaders, business owners and residents are balancing excitement with needed security preparations. While Arlington’s AT&T Stadium will host nine matches for the FIFA World Cup — more than...
Books can be found stacked on the floor, on carts and on top of other works at Barber’s Bookstore in downtown Fort Worth. Until recently Barber’s maze of military history, huntin’, dawgs and lit crit housed a copy of “Advanced Custom Rod Building” by Dale P. Clemens that the book...
Construction on a new Tex-Mex steakhouse in Arlington is expected to begin this summer in a familiar location for many diners in the city. The roughly 9,500-square-foot Culpepper Cattle Co. restaurant will open in early 2027 at 2300 E. Lamar Blvd. in Arlington, the former site of...
As North Texas prepares to host matches during the FIFA World Cup, much of the attention has focused on stadiums and events, but another major part of tournament preparation has been happening behind the scenes. Gabriel Castro and his team at BAL, a corporate immigration law firm...
The murder trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager who admitted to stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, began Thursday morning in Collin County. Anthony is accused of fatally stabbing 17-year-old Austin Metcalf. If Anthony is convi...
Macy Moore, the owner of HopFusion Ale House in Fort Worth, was set to hold a plethora of events for the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw in December. However, after making a Facebook post promoting the events, Moore was notified by Meta that his business account on the platform was bann...
Children during the year rely on the school lunch program. But when summer comes, so does a risk that they go hungry. A U.S. Department of Agriculture program, administered by Texas’ agency, helps fill the gaps. Eligible kids are those 18 years old and younger as well as people w...
Many would consider themselves lucky to be a flag bearer during a major international ceremony. Wesley Duncan considers himself lucky to be alive.“Wesley has a lot of medical conditions,” said Leann Harris, Duncan’s mom. “He fights every day, but celebrating the little things lik...
Arlington officials say they will be ready to send emergency warnings to cell phones using the nation's most far-reaching wireless emergency alert system, IPAWS, before World Cup games begin at "Dallas Stadium." FEMA's Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) can reach ...
When Taps is played at 7 o'clock at the neighboring DFW National Cemetery, DBU stops play at its baseball game to honor fallen servicemembers and veterans....
A 13,092-square-foot industrial facility located at 189 Bear Cat Road in Parker County, Texas has been leased, reflecting continued demand for industrial assets along the I-20 corridor west of Fort Worth. The transaction was led by Finn Wilson and Sarah LanCarte of LanCarte Comme...
Goodwill North Central Texas announced today the promotion of Christy Allen to Vice President of Human Resources. As a member of the executive leadership team, Allen will oversee all aspects of the organization’s human resources function, including strategic initiatives related t...
Already looking forward to visiting again next year When the folks at Charles Schwab swooped in and bailed out the annual Colonial Country Club tournament in 2019 they were considered saviors by most connected with the longest-running event at the same venue on the PGA Tour. That...
Caring for a person living with dementia can be deeply meaningful, but it can also be emotionally exhausting and isolating. Many caregivers quietly carry stress, grief, uncertainty, and burnout while trying to meet the changing needs of someone they love. Support groups can help ...
As a budget shortfall and lagging public school funding loom in Arlington ISD, the district’s teachers and staff will not see a pay raise in the next year. Arlington ISD school board members voted unanimously to bolster some employee benefits, but did not approve increases in pay...
North Texas is stepping onto the global stage as two FIFA World Cup teams arrive in the region to prepare for matches beginning next week. The Czechia national team is scheduled to arrive on Friday at Dallas Love Field before traveling to Fort Worth, where the team will stay duri...
Summer is a time for fun, but also a time that could mean educational loss for kids. "Kids can lose months of learning during the summer months," Executive Director at Reading Partners North Texas Jennifer Quick said. "Summer reading is so important to combat the summer slide and...
July 17, 1994, was one of the best days of Mauricio Galante’s life. In California as part of a tour sailing the world on a frigate to celebrate his class’s graduation from the Brazilian naval academy, he and some friends snagged seats in the Rose Bowl and watched as his home coun...
A North Texas family’s vacation started without a very important member, until American Airlines employees stepped in to help bring him home. American Airlines team members at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport reunited 4-year-old Patrick Webb of Fort Worth with his beloved ...
A 19-story hotel in Arlington's Entertainment District will be imploded Saturday to make way for a new hotel, Americana by Loews. The Sheraton Arlington, the white tower currently visible north of the stadiums along Interstate 30, was built in 1984 as the Sheraton Centre Park Hot...
North Texas volunteers are preparing to welcome fans from around the world as the 2026 FIFA World Cup arrives in Arlington this month, including one woman who is returning to the experience more than three decades later. Eunice Doehring still has the souvenirs from her time as a ...
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 Day 2 of the murder trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager who admitted to stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, continues Friday in Collin County. Anthony is accused of fatally stabbi...
One of the first national teams to call North Texas home during the FIFA World Cup has officially arrived. The Czechia national team landed at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport on Friday before traveling to Fort Worth, where players and staff received a Texas welcome ahead ...
As North Texas prepares to welcome soccer fans from around the world, public transit agencies say years of planning are about to be put to the test. Officials with DART and Trinity Metro said they are ready for visitors arriving for the FIFA World Cup, with expanded transit optio...
A 19-story hotel in Arlington's Entertainment District will be imploded Saturday to make way for a new hotel, Americana by Loews. The Sheraton Arlington, the white tower currently visible north of the stadiums along Interstate 30, was built in 1984 as the Sheraton Centre Park Hot...
As patriotic decorations line downtown Wylie ahead of America's 250th anniversary celebrations, one local business owner says a Pride Month storefront display sparked both criticism and support from members of the community. Destinie Lacy, owner of Wylie Flower and Gift, said she...
It was a pep rally to welcome global visitors to Fort Worth. Cheerleaders and band members from O.D. Wyatt High School announced their arrival at the Fort Worth Central Station Friday morning with cheers and music to mark the start of a transportation plan for the 2026 FIFA World...
A 19-story hotel in Arlington's Entertainment District was imploded Saturday to make way for a new hotel, Americana by Loews. The 311-room hotel was brought down by a controlled implosion at 8:15 a.m. Saturday, June 6. Several roads are expected to be closed in the area, includin...
Avant Chamber Ballet has announced its 15th season, and it reflects how the company has grown over the last decade and a half. The season consists of two subscription packages: Classic Series and Family Series. The Classic Series includes the choice of 3 or 4 full productions wit...
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 Day 3 of the murder trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager who admitted to stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, continues Saturday in Collin County. Anthony is accused of fatally stab...
Two multifamily property cases raised concerns about safety of residents and neighbors at the May 18 Fort Worth Building Standards Commission meeting. Commissioners voted unanimously to give the owners 30 days to correct multiple code violations. Documenters empowers people like ...
Fort Worth’s newest round of public art projects, approved by voters May 2 as part of an $845 million bond package, is on the drawing board. The Fort Worth Art Commission discussed planning for the projects at a retreat on May 16. Documenters empowers people like you to help fill...
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 Day 3 of the murder trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager who admitted to stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, continues Saturday in Collin County. Anthony is accused of fatally stab...
Drones used to help manage crime now provide Fort Worth police a bird’s-eye view of the action, officials announced Thursday. The initiative sees the city partnering with Flock Safety — an $8.4 billion surveillance behemoth known for its automatic license plate readers — for a on...
The move will make room for a new hotel.
Originally scheduled for Friday evening, Lovejoy will decide the 5A-D2 title early Saturday morning. Keller was also affected in the 6A-D1 title game.
Chauncey Ross, 22, of Arlington was charged for racketeering and murder. Federal prosecutors tie him in a RICO conspiracy with 20 other associates.
The victim was found unresponsive in the bedroom of their home, police said, but foul play was suspected.
Mija's Barbecue posted on social media Friday that it will be closing its doors on June 27.
Todd Brook served Fort Worth for over 30 years. Now, after his death, his final wish is for others to help save his wife’s life and others with kidney donations....
Arlington police arrested Aleq Holmes and charged him with capital murder. The department says more arrests are possible.
2026 is shaping up to be a big year for live music in North Texas. Here's a look at the stadium tours coming to town.
A sea of Arlington residents gathered in lawn chairs and hard hats. Then came the countdown from five, and in mere moments, a large boom burst through the Entertainment District. The Sheraton Arlington Hotel caved in on itself, collapsing into a pile of debris. The crowd cheered ...
Mistletoe Heights sits at a rare intersection of location, historic architecture and a wonderfully diverse mix of residents. As a third-generation Fort Worthian who has spent nearly my entire life in Council District 9, I’ve always been drawn to neighborhoods with an urban feel a...
Ever since Erin Robinson was a little girl, the 19-year-old has always known she wanted to be a performer. The Grapevine native started out as a competitive dancer and transitioned into acting. “I was like, 'Mom, I want to do this,' and I started doing commercials and print work,...
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 Day 3 of the murder trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager who admitted to stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, continues Saturday in Collin County. Anthony is accused of fatally stab...
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 Day 3 of the murder trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager who admitted to stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, continues Saturday in Collin County. Anthony is accused of fatally stab...
Chuck Kalat, wife Janet and daughter Patricia walked in close step as they entered Texas Health Mansfield Stadium for the first time. Decked out in Czechia gear from head to toe, the family members admired the natural grass, joining others in the first public look at the soccer s...
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 Day 3 of the murder trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager who admitted to stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, continues Saturday in Collin County. Shortly before 2 p.m., the state r...
Four key design projects were unanimously approved during the May 18 Fort Worth Art Commission meeting. An artist or a representative of each of the projects presented their plans to the commissioners during the two-hour meeting, conducted by chair Philip Newburn. Documenters emp...
LaTasha Williams never thought she would be sharing her life story with the world. In 1984, when she was 18 months old, the Fort Worth native witnessed her father take the life of her mother, Cheryl Williams-Saddler, along with his own. In college, Williams investigated her mothe...
The missing teen was last seen entering an SUV at 5 a.m. on June 5, police said in a statement.
Editor’s note: Transcript provided by CoverGov. Carroll Independent School District is counting on $8.75 million in land sales this year to offset a projected $1.6 million budget deficit and $1.7 million loss in state funding. These items were highlighted at the June 1 Carroll IS...
A planned 20-foot-tall sign highlighting a Target store and other retailers planned in a shopping center on Chisholm Trail Parkway is going back to the drawing board. The Fort Worth Board of Adjustment on May 20 rejected the sign for being too large under the city’s zoning ordina...
The anticipation stretches far beyond North Texas. Visitors will also notice major construction projects underway nearby.
Prosper police are investigating multiple incidents this week where shots were fired at a single house. More suspects are wanted for their reported involvement....
As thousands of travelers descend upon North Texas for the FIFA World Cup, regional public health officials are ramping up wastewater testing. The process, which includes testing sewage samples from designated spots for certain diseases, viruses and bacterial infections, is one o...
Christopher Ray, senior vice president and provost, has a vision for UNT Health Fort Worth: double the number of students over the next five years. “North Texas is one of the fastest-growing regions in America, and I feel very strongly that the world needs more of what we provide...
A missing teen was found safe on Sunday, officials said.
In May 2019, Leon Henry and his wife, Peggy Henry, received the news no one wants to hear. Peggy’s leiomyosarcoma, a rare cancer that targets soft tissue in body parts such as the stomach or the bladder, was back. One of Henry’s first calls was to Beverly Branch and Lyn Walsh, co...
Fort Worth Police said they're looking for a suspect accused of 'indiscriminately' firing a gun in the direction of several people at a gathering in the Stop 6 neighborhood. Police said around 9:10 p.m. on Saturday, officers were dispatched to calls of a shooting in the 5200 bloc...
After filming for weeks in North Texas, season three of Taylor Sheridan's "Lioness" will premiere this summer.
Fort Worth Police said they're looking for a suspect accused of 'indiscriminately' firing a gun in the direction of several people at a gathering in the Stop 6 neighborhood. Police said around 9:10 p.m. on Saturday, officers were dispatched to calls of a shooting in the 5200 bloc...
Julian Harris squatted at the top of the wooden steps at Hip Pocket Theatre as he waited for his cue to jump on the outdoor stage. He and several other North Texas stage actors were in the second week of rehearsals for “The Three Cuckolds.” The raunchy, physical comedy follows th...
Tourism-friendly Fort Worth and Arlington could see a billion-dollar boost from a high-speed rail line. An economic impact study commissioned last year by Tarrant County’s two largest cities shows both could benefit from a proposed route from Fort Worth and Arlington to Dallas an...
Editor’s note: Made in Tarrant is an occasional Q&A series on small businesses started in Tarrant County. Submit your business here. Married couple Rār Farmer and Tracey Johnson opened the Ministry of Regret earlier this year. The shop, located in Near Southside at 129 E. Daggett...
The department said crews were called to the fire early Sunday morning in the 1200 block of East Davis Avenue. Four people were displaced by the fire.
Fort Worth Police said they're looking for a suspect accused of 'indiscriminately' firing a gun in the direction of several people at a gathering in the Stop 6 neighborhood. Police said around 9:10 p.m. on Saturday, officers were dispatched to calls of a shooting in the 5200 bloc...
Erick Del Campo, who went by DJ Avenger, died in a crash early Saturday morning. He is being remembered by fellow North Texas DJs as a "genuine friend."...
Munck Wilson Mandala, LLP is pleased to announce that veteran legal and business executive Quintin Cassady has joined the firm as a partner and will lead the launch of the firm’s new Fort Worth office. Cassady brings more than three decades of experience advising global pharmaceu...
Fort Worth comedy fans became part of television history Saturday as comedian Nate Bargatze brought his “Big Dumb Eyes Tour” to Dickies Arena for two performances that were recorded for an upcoming Netflix special. The electric atmosphere was evident at the 3:00 p.m. performance,...
The new structure prepares students for team-based health care delivery. UNT Health Fort Worth has implemented a strategic academic reorganization designed to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration, improve operational efficiency and support long-term, mission-driven growth. ...
Theory: When people come to Texas, they want to experience the exotic-to-some traditions associated with the state. So when the North Texas FIFA World Cup 2026 Organizing Committee needed a place to hold its media party Sunday, they went somewhere that could easily supply element...
The Dallas Wings are off to their best start to a regular season since the franchise relocated from Tulsa more than 10 years ago, including going 2-0 in Commissioner's Cup play. The Wings defeated the Los Angeles Sparks and the league's top scorer, Kelsey Plum, on Friday night. T...
When crews arrived on scene, they found a man lying in the roadway with a gunshot wound.
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 Day 4 of the murder trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager who admitted to stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, continues Saturday in Collin County. Shortly before 2 p.m. on Saturday,...
Dickies Arena in Fort Worth is poised for a name change after its namesake's new owners, Bluestar Alliance, allegedly refused to pay naming rights.
The $1.7 billion Westside Village project has partnered with Chimy’s and Tailwaters Fly Fishing to create a restaurant and beer garden concept along the West Fork of the Trinity River. Levee Porch will be the name of the new concept from Chimy’s owner Kyle Wright and Chimy’s Fort...
The suspect says he had been sent to the apartments to "scare" the victim over some money owed from a drug deal, according to the arrest warrant.
A big part of North Texas is its weather – weather that isn't mild by any criteria. Summers are hot, and we have heat waves that can last for weeks. The high humidity makes the hot summers even hotter. Air conditioning is practically a must during that time. And when the summer's...
Nurses dressed up their "pint-sized" patients ahead of FIFA's arrival in North Texas.
Robinson Branch Ranch, a 667-acre property near Cleburne, listed for over $20 million.
Fort Worth Police say they're looking for the person who "indiscriminately" fired a gun in the direction of several people near where a neighborhood celebration had recently ended. "We love each other amongst our community," witness and Stop Six Day attendee Billy Allen said. "So...
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 Day 4 of the murder trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager who admitted to stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, continues Monday in Collin County. Shortly before 2 p.m. on Saturday, t...
We live in a world where the financial landscape shifts beneath our feet faster than we can adapt. One day, we're hearing about inflation cooling down, and the next, we're looking at our grocery receipts, wondering if we accidentally bought gold-plated eggs. Honestly, it's exhaus...
North Texas health leaders have spent more than a year preparing for the FIFA World Cup, which starts this month. Arlington is hosting nine matches during one of the largest sporting events in the world. Hospital and public health officials said what they’re doing hasn’t changed ...
An arrest has been made in connection with the deadly shooting at a West Dallas short-term rental party that happened in the early morning hours after Labor Day. Dallas Police arrested 18-year-old Tyson McGriff on June 5, according to an arrest affidavit. 18-year-old Tyson McGrif...
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 A teenager who fatally stabbed a competitor at a Texas high school track meet was upset after the confrontation and said he had warned the victim “not to touch me," one of the last trial witnesses testified Monday. Ka...
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport’s busiest terminal can handle more passengers — thanks to the opening of new and refurbished gates. Officials with the airport and Fort Worth-based American Airlines on Monday celebrated the opening of the nine Terminal C gates — five of wh...
Looking for a safe space to clack your fan during Pride Month? Events are now underway across Fort Worth and Tarrant County to celebrate LGBTQ+ communities and individuals. For live music-related Pride celebrations, read the latest Soundcheck column here. Here’s where you can tak...
Yes. If combined, Fort Worth and Dallas would be the fifth-largest city in the U.S. The two North Texas metropolises would comprise 2,357,608 residents between them. Houston, the fourth-largest city in the country, has a population of 2,397,315. Fort Worth was recently named the ...
Moving thousands of people from CentrePort/DFW Airport Station to Arlington for FIFA World Cup games is a challenge that transportation officials say they are ready for. Essentially, they said, the experience for riders will be like waiting in line for a ride at Six Flags Over Te...
A high-tech, interactive dining experience is coming to Arlington in late 2026 featuring a sushi menu spanning 100 different items. Mixing technology and Japanese cuisine, Kura Sushi is known for its tableside conveyor belt sushi delivery and large menu. Created in Japan in 1977,...
North Texas organizations, including Center for Transforming Lives, are leading efforts to bring a Colorado-based online tool into the hands of social services. The Fort Worth-based nonprofit, alongside Dallas’ Child Poverty Action Lab, are the first Texas adopters of MyFriendBen...
With Arlington hosting nine 2026 FIFA World Cup matches across the span of a month, officials are preparing for a mass influx of visitors to the city and surrounding areas. With less than a week to go until the first game in AT&T Stadium, which will be renamed Dallas Stadium duri...
The city of Fort Worth and the Tarrant Regional Water District hosted an evening meeting June 3 at Rose Marine Theater to provide public awareness of updates to the form-based codes that will guide all new development on Panther Island. Nearly 50 interested citizens dotted the hi...
Ryan Litsey, Ph.D., joins Texas Christian University (TCU) as the dean of the Mary Couts Burnett Library. Litsey has more than 15 years of progressive leadership experience as a senior academic library administrator at Carnegie Classified Research 1 institutions and invitation-on...
The Fort Worth Chamber is now accepting applications for its 2026 Small Business of the Year Awards. Presented by Bank of Texas, these annual awards recognize Fort Worth small businesses that have demonstrated exemplary business practices. Winners in four award cat...
by Jayme Lozano Carver and Stephen Simpson, The Texas TribuneJune 8, 2026 KERRVILLE — Three more cases of New World screwworm were confirmed in Texas by the U.S. Department of Agriculture on Monday, bringing the total number of cases to five. One new case is in Andrews County, ne...
Total Office Solutions, LLP, the nation’s leading commercial relocation service provider offering integrated moving services and office furnishings, has appointed Zorin Luttrull to oversee operations of its new Fort Worth office....
“Somebody went through my tool bag, went through the back seat, and the front seat, both doors wide open,” Ron Franklin said.
Former Everman firefighter is one of two people arrested in an aggravated sexual assault investigation.
An officer found a suspect early Monday morning wearing blue latex gloves with a backpack and a handgun inside the front of his pants, officials say.
Mansfield Police say the incident stemmed from a shoplifting call at a Target off U.S. 287.
The shooting injured four people, including a child and pregnant woman, as locals seek long-term change.
Police say people upstairs began shooting downstairs as people were entering the short-term rental. Three people died and another person was injured.
The Fort Worth Stockyards is preparing to welcome international and local soccer fans as North Texas gets ready to host nine FIFA World Cup matches. For 39 days, the Stockyards will serve as a Western base camp, offering rodeo events, comedy shows, live music, fan zones and the f...
Texas officials are mobilizing resources to combat the new world screwworm after several confirmed cases were identified in the state, prompting Gov. Greg Abbott to activate the State Emergency Operations Center and issue a statewide disaster declaration. So far, there are five c...
Retail theft is taking a growing toll on North Texas businesses, and new data suggests repeat offenders are driving much of the problem. A report released by retail crime intelligence platform Auror found that North Texas retailers experience repeat and organized retail crime at ...
More than 3 million visitors are projected to come through North Texas during the World Cup, and after years of planning, Trinity Metro, DART and the region’s World Cup organizers say they are ready to help move fans around. The plan centers on rail and buses, with the TRE Centre...
The Swedish Men's National Team is holding an open practice session today after arriving over the weekend to train at their base camp in Frisco – Toyota Stadium, home of FC Dallas. Tickets are required to attend practice. Sweden will play in Group F, opening against Tunisia on Ju...
The first phase of DFW International Airport's $12 billion expansion opened June 8.
Visitation and rosary services were held Monday evening at Hughes Funeral Home for Marisol Pérez and her 18-month-old son Erik Pérez Jr., who died in the Oak Cliff apartment fire last month. Dozens of mourners gathered at the funeral home’s Oak Cliff chapel wearing black, white, ...
The co-owners of Heim Barbecue sold the building that used to house the restaurant along a buzzing street in Fort Worth and a new restaurant may fill the space....
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 Day 5 of the murder trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager who admitted to stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, continues Tuesday in Collin County. Anthony is accused ...
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 Day 5 of the murder trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager who admitted to stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, continues Tuesday in Collin County. Anthony is accused ...
Memphis rapper Pooh Shiesty, whose real name is Lontrell Williams, Jr., remains in jail as his criminal trial was pushed to February 2027. The judge previously cited Williams’ prior weapons conviction and the fact that he did not have permission to be in Dallas at the time of the...
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 Day 5 of the murder trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager who admitted to stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, continues Tuesday in Collin County. Anthony is accused ...
With Dallas expecting millions of visitors for the World Cup, researchers are measuring how an expected increase of pollutants will affect local air quality. Researchers at the University of Texas at Arlington plan on using the World Cup matches in Dallas as a case study to bette...
The Kansas City Chiefs are kicking off mandatory minicamp today as their star wide receiver remains in jail. Rashee Rice violated his probation last month and was ordered to serve 30 days. Rice tested positive for THC, according to court records, a violation of his probation for ...
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 Day 5 of the murder trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager who admitted to stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, continues Tuesday in Collin County. Anthony is accused ...
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 Day 5 of the murder trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager who admitted to stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, continues Tuesday in Collin County. Anthony is accused ...
The Dallas Stars moved one step closer Monday to making Plano the future home of the franchise after city leaders unanimously approved several measures tied to a proposed arena and sports and entertainment district at The Shops at Willow Bend. The Plano City Council voted 8 to 0 ...
The Texas Department of Public Safety has notified the North Texas Tollway Authority that it will not renew an agreement dedicating state troopers to patrol NTTA roadways after the deal expires at the end of August. NTTA oversees more than 150 miles of roads, bridges, and tunnels...
Councilman Halden Griffith faces a bribery charge after Westworth Village police allege he distributed pastry boxes with campaign materials before the May election....
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 Day 5 of the murder trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager who admitted to stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year, continues Tuesday in Collin County. Anthony is accused ...
Indicted Fort Worth pastor Diego Fuller can continue serving as lead pastor of his church — but only through video calling after he allegedly violated his bond conditions amid his ongoing sexual assault case. Fuller, 40, serves as the lead pastor at Journey Fort Worth Church. He ...
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 A Frisco teenager who admitted to fatally stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year has been found guilty of murder. A Collin County jury deliberated for about three hours Tuesday...
BNSF Railway is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a North Texas preview of a new commemorative locomotive. The Fort Worth-based railroad will display the specially decorated Locomotive No. 250 at 10 a.m. June 16 at the Fort Worth Central Station, 1001 Jones St. in downtow...
Arlington resident Lori Langenegger had seen photographs of steel recovered from the World Trade Center before, but being in the presence of a beam pulled from the wreckage of the south tower had a more powerful impact Tuesday morning at the Fort Worth Stockyards. “We all remembe...
The work of Tarrant County’s Republican-led election integrity task force remains unclear after the county sheriff and district attorney declined to share details at a public meeting Tuesday. County commissioners were scheduled to hear a briefing on the task force’s work during t...
Tarrant County commissioners voted along partisan lines Tuesday to reject a resolution honoring the county’s largest health center focused on LGBTQ services. The resolution was drafted to commend Arlington’s HELP Center for LGBTQ+ Health for “outstanding service, compassionate ca...
George Howard Shotwell, known by friends and family as Howard, passed away early Saturday morning, June 6, at his home in Hurst. George Howard Shotwell, known by friends and family as Howard, passed away early Saturday morning, June 6, at his home in Hurst. A resident of Hurst si...
Evening Street Markets, a restaurant passport program and hands-on workshops make Artisan Circle a unique destination for locals and international visitors alike. Artisan Circle, located in Fort Worth’s Cultural District, welcomes locals and visitors to experience a full season o...
Fort Worth ISD is staring down a $49.8 million shortfall next year — even after closing campuses, cutting staff and slashing spending. The moves lowered FWISD’s 2025-26 shortfall to $12.6 million. But with enrollment falling and costs climbing, state-appointed district leaders wa...
A $100 million, 12-story apartment building, planned on the south end of Panther Island, landed $10 million in city incentives Tuesday, setting the stage for what local officials say will be a “catalyst” project for future development. Fort Worth City Council members voted unanim...
The Business Press will present the inaugural Business Titan Awards, a celebration of leadership, achievement, and community impact in Fort Worth. The event will recognize men whose influence extends far beyond the workplace. These are leaders who understand that true success is ...
As Arlington readies for the FIFA World Cup, Ken Goodman's Lonestar Rydables offers unique animal-themed scooter tours, showcasing the city's entertainment district....
More than 4,000 Frisco residents and FC Dallas season-ticket holders gathered Tuesday at Toyota Stadium to watch Sweden's National Team.
The cookoff is designed to bring police officers and community members together in a fun and family-friendly environment.
The University of North Texas community is remembering a recent graduate after a weekend celebration with friends ended in tragedy. 22-year-old Anurup Koduru drowned during an East Texas getaway. It was just a month ago that Ashrith Koduru was walking UNT’s campus with his brothe...
At Soccer Spectrum in Richardson, a group of about 90 players is proving that age is no barrier to a love of the game. The Silver Soccer league, founded 11 years ago by John Fina, is open only to players who are at least 60 years old. Fina, who will turn 81 in September, said the...
Fair Park is nearly ready to become the largest World Cup watch party in North Texas as FIFA Fan Fest opens Thursday in Dallas. The free 39-day event is being set up in the parking lots next to Dos Equis Pavilion, where organizers have added turf, pavilion structures and screens ...
Three people were killed, including a child, and a fourth remains hospitalized after a crash Monday night in Duncanville that investigators say was likely caused by illegal street racing. Police responded around 8:45 p.m. Monday to a major crash at the intersection of West Wheatl...
Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 A Frisco teenager who admitted to fatally stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet last year has been found guilty of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison. A Collin County jury delib...
When officers arrived on scene, they were notified the victim self-transported themselves to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
A club volleyball team in Carrollton is back in North Texas after a weekend in Ohio, where the girls dug in and served up a national championship. Girls aged 10 and under play on the team called Excel 10 Red Cam at Excel Volleyball Club. They were in Columbus, Ohio, last week for...
When officers arrived on scene, they were notified the victim self-transported themselves to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Former TCU star and Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles had 24 points, seven rebounds, and six assists; Kayla McBride added 22 points. The Minnesota Lynx used a big first half to cruise past the Dallas Wings 100-76 on Tuesday night for their eighth straight vict...
Cooper Flagg and Masai Ujiri are still new to Dallas, but they headline a list of prominent local figures who were listed by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in sports. The inaugural Time100 Sports list, announced Tuesday, is an elite group of athletes, coa...
Long-proposed Dallas-to-Houston bullet train could drive billions in property tax for Fort Worth and Arlington, study says.
The Tate family moved to North Texas from England and opened their first pub in Dallas in the early 1990s on Greenville Avenue. They now own The Londoner, which has locations in Addison, Colleyville, and Dallas, showing European soccer. Their newest pub is opening on Collins Stre...
A man was injured after being shot in the face in a targeted shooting, police said. The suspect was arrested after shooting at police several times, officials said....
When the FIFA World Cup kicks off in North Texas on June 11, thousands of volunteers will be working to ensure it all goes well. Cecilia Nipp, Angel Chinuntdet, and Phoebe Butler will be three of them as host city ambassadors stationed at the FIFA Fan Festival at Fair Park throug...
Arlington City Council voted unanimously to redub its entertainment district to the Arlington Cultural District. The change gives a new name to the area with four sports venues, multiple museums, an exhibition center and hotel and shopping options. The change isn’t in name only: ...
A great karaoke evening is about more than just decent microphones and a screen. It is about creating an atmosphere where people feel comfortable, a little bit brave, and genuinely entertained. Every detail matters, from how the room is set up to what is available for guests to e...
Checking account problems often start with small habits. Most people do not set out to mismanage their money. They simply use their account every day without a clear system. A debit card purchase here, an automatic payment there, and a few forgotten subscriptions can make the acc...
OPENING Governor: The Silent Saviour (NR) This Indian drama stars Manoj Bajpayee as a governor trying to avert a national financial catastrophe in 1990. Also with Adah Sharma, Madhoo, Mounis Ratta, Aryan Pushkar, Umar Raza Khan, and John Forbes. (Opens Friday at AMC Parks at Arli...
WASHINGTON – Attorney General Ken Paxton said Tuesday his office will investigate FIFA over allegations the international soccer governing body pulled a bait-and-switch scheme with World Cup fans, delivering tickets with worse views than originally advertised. “I will work to ens...
Along with the places mentioned in “City of (World) Cups and Culture” (pg. TK), there’s also a great piece of soccer art in the Modern’s permanent collection. This directory will help you with the when, where, what, and how much. City of (World) Cups and Culture At the Arlington ...
A hearing is underway in Travis County, Texas, concerning civil lawsuits filed by several families who lost children in the deadly central Texas flooding last July. Those families want their day in court against the camp's operators, claiming they were negligent in their planning...
Shakira will be entertaining the world alongside BTS and Madonna at the final at the Meadowlands in New Jersey in mid-July, but in the meantime, other big stars are headed to the Dallas FIFA Fan Fest in Fair Park: three massive nights of live music that bring the spirit of the Wo...
On North Main Street, a mural of Latino baseball legends towers over the sidewalk, spray painted in vivid color on a brick building a few doors down from historic cultural center Artes de La Rosa. Yovani Gallardo winds up for a pitch. Adolis Garcia looks over the neighborhood, wh...
Nine World Cup matches will be played in Arlington at AT&T Stadium. Dubbed “Dallas Stadium” for the tournament, it will host more games than any other spot in the country. Don’t have tickets? Don’t worry. Watch parties and soccer-themed events are happening all over. Free Fan Fes...
As the World Cup comes to Tarrant County, I’ve been tapped to look at the wild and extremely varied world of soccer chants. Fans all over the world have used music as a way of encouraging their team, winding up the opposition, and expressing their solidarity. If you’re used to co...
During the nine World Cup soccer matches at AT&T Stadium, a.k.a. “Dallas Stadium,” an estimated 4 million visitors will flow through Tarrant and Dallas counties, with the potential for 100,000 extra humans to be in our cities daily. From a public health standpoint, there’s a lot ...
In the 1970s and ’80s up north where I’m from, soccer wasn’t even a thing. We’d heard of Pelé, but that’s about it. It was all football (American-style), baseball, hockey, and basketball. That’s it. And, individually, swimming and golf. Having never been taught soccer, I spent mo...
I have full-blown World Cup fever. Symptoms include binge-watching soccer for a solid month, following 20 different teams across the world to watch national team players, and harboring unrealistically high expectations for a mediocre team, to name a few. However, this year’s tour...
Because North Texas will probably never host an Olympics, this World Cup tournament is likely the biggest sports event that you will ever get to witness without leaving home. AT&T Stadium has been renamed Dallas Stadium for the occasion — how’s that supposed to make us in Tarrant...
Arlington City Council voted unanimously to designate its entertainment district as a cultural district. The vote by council classifies the former Arlington Entertainment District on the city level, but state approval will be required before the change becomes official in the eye...
The soccer balls are “joyful, highly visible, and deeply local,” said Sundance Square Art Director Sarah Ayala in a press release. The balls are also plentiful, with more than two dozen of them distributed throughout the Sundance Square neighborhood of downtown Fort Worth. You sh...
Ever since you saw the TV commercial for Disclosure Day during last winter’s Super Bowl, you’ve likely been asking: “What is this movie?” Now I have the answer, and it’s somewhat underwhelming: It’s a thriller about people trying to go public with proof of human contact with spac...
Construction of the National Juneteenth Museum will begin in the coming months after years of delays. But before dirt can be turned, one Historic Southside city-owned facility will first be razed. Demolition of the Southside Community Center is slated to begin Oct. 7 during a com...
The city of Fort Worth authorized $1.1 million to settle a retaliation lawsuit made by a police captain alleging she was demoted from deputy chief for holding officers accountable.Paula Conaway sued Fort Worth in 2024 stating she was harassed and humiliated by former police Chief...
Japan’s men’s national soccer team ranks 18th in the world. That rating and their track record indicate they stand a good chance of emerging from their group (F) at the FIFA World Cup 2026 but not impacting the later rounds. However, the Samurai Blue may have had a substantial ef...
Dallas County leaders officially opened the doors to the county’s new Emergency Operations Center on Wednesday. The nearly 37,000 square-foot center now serves as a central hub for county leadership and emergency management teams to coordinate response and operations during crise...
A Tarrant County commissioner was denied the use of a subcourthouse to host monthly town hall meetings leading up to the November election. Democratic Commissioner Alisa Simmons requested to use the Arlington subcourthouse and waive $1,314.48 in related fees during a June 9 commi...
Journalists from Latin America, Europe, Asia and around the world are arriving in North Texas to cover the FIFA World Cup, with a large media center ready to support thousands of credentialed journalists and photographers. Located across from the International Broadcast Center, t...
A legal fight has delayed major decisions over the future of Dallas City Hall, after a judge halted most of a specially called City Council meeting that included a vote on redeveloping the City Hall site. City officials have said it would be cheaper to leave Dallas City Hall than...
For many students at Oak Cliff's Puede Network, soccer is more than a game…it's now a pathway to one of the world's biggest sporting events. FIFA has selected Puede Network to help lead its player escort program for World Cup matches, giving dozens of the organization's scholars ...
Lake Worth ISD posted gains in every high school-tested subject in 2026, a sign of academic movement in a district now under state control. But improvement came with a caveat: Even after those gains, Lake Worth remained at or near the bottom of the 12 Fort Worth-area districts in...
The numbers left Pamela Anglin, Tarrant County College chief financial officer, with few options for the upcoming budget year. Property tax revenue is projected to decrease. State funding is expected to remain flat. Tuition revenue may increase only slightly with enrollment growt...
Fort Worth ISD faces a steep road to academic turnaround although high school students posted meaningful gains on state end-of-course exams. The Texas Education Agency on Wednesday released preliminary results for high school STAAR tests that showed FWISD mirroring statewide gain...
The Fort Worth City Council unanimously adopted the Master Transportation Plan (MTP) into the Comprehensive Plan on Tuesday. Local agencies, such as Tarrant County and Trinity Metro, joined local community groups at the council meeting to express their support and confirm their c...
Four members of Tarleton State University's women's rodeo team will compete June 14-20 at the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyo., after the Texans finished second in the Lone Star Region and qualified for a chance at the program's fifth national title. The group carrie...
Let’s clear this up: The Furious has nothing to do with The Fast and the Furious series, even though one actor appears in both. Nor does it have to do with the Vietnamese thriller Furie, which I reviewed in these pages. They need to dream up some more creative titles for these So...
Fort Worth, Texas – Communications professionals across Dallas–Fort Worth are taking a more strategic role inside their organizations, but new data shows many are being stretched to keep up. The newly released 2026 State of Communications in DFW Report provides a comprehensive lo...
The World Cup is kicking off in North America, and fans are in a rush to catch the action. With 48 teams, there’s a lot to keep up with. This year’s tournament — which is hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico — will be played in 16 stadiums in a record 104 matches over the 39-da...
The World Cup is kicking off in North America, and fans are in a rush to catch the action. With 48 teams, there’s a lot to keep up with. This year’s tournament — which is hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico — will be played in 16 stadiums in a record 104 matches over the 39-da...
I used to think it was nonsense when people would talk about the “notes” and “subtle undertones” of whiskeys and bourbons. So, when I told one of my whiskey-loving friends about that hot take, he leaped from his seat and insisted we put that theory to the test. He poured three or...
In the 1970s and ’80s up north where I’m from, soccer wasn’t even a thing. We’d heard of Pelé, but that’s about it. It was all football (American-style), baseball, hockey, and basketball. That’s it. And, individually, swimming and golf. Having never been taught soccer, I spent mo...
A nonprofit providing free laundry services is coming to Fort Worth’s Northside. Laundry Love Fort Worth will start operating from its third location later this summer at 2100 Ephriham Ave. The nonprofit, which works in south Fort Worth with Turbo Laundry and in west Fort Worth w...
Exactly what your weekend needs Find out what's "Weekend Worthy" with our arts & culture newsletter. Sign up for essential Fort Worth-area events and news — free. Sign up for free Happy Thursday, I’m not someone who regularly watches soccer in my free time. I only tune in every f...
“Wow, can we believe the World Cup is here?” said Monica Paul, president of the North Texas FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee Wednesday. Paul, along with the committee’s co-chairs, Nina Vaca and Dan Hunt, spoke at a press conference as part of the official grand opening of the ...
More than 80 years after two Allied soldiers exchanged military dog tags while imprisoned during World War II, their families reunited in Jacksboro to fulfill a promise neither veteran lived to keep. During World War II, Corporal Mervyn McCready of Australia and Private Garth Oli...
TGIF! I think we were all forced to play soccer as children. Unfortunately for me, my dad was my soccer coach for my elementary school team. He would yell at me from the sidelines, telling me to stop picking flowers at the defense line. What else was I supposed to do, wait for th...
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is making its way into North Texas. Arlington's AT&T Stadium, which will be called Dallas Stadium for the World Cup, is set to host nine matches — the most out of any other city. KERA News spoke with some North Texans about some of their favorite memories ...
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez helped Mexico make an exuberant start to the World Cup on Thursday, scoring a goal each in a 2-0 win over South Africa in the opening match of the tournament. With a capacity crowd of 80,824 watching at the iconic Azteca Stadium...
The return of the New World Screwworm has raised concerns among ranchers, government officials, and pet owners. Experts say the parasite poses a serious threat to livestock and other animals. But they also point to an important historical fact: the United States has beaten screww...
As North Texas prepares to host 2026 FIFA World Cup events, the FBI insists specialized counter-drone teams are ready to protect restricted airspace around venues across the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin recently described drones as his bigg...
Signs of the World Cup are easy to spot at the FIFA Fan Festival in Fair Park and around Dallas Stadium in Arlington. But some businesses farther from the action are also hoping to draw visitors through their doors. At Lacquer Box Nail Studio in downtown Arlington, owner Champa I...
Regional Transportation Council members on Thursday approved the signing of an agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation, a key document in a lingering dispute with the North Central Texas Council of Governments executive board. In a 41-4 vote, RTC members requested t...
Teia Jones wants to help children develop a love of reading. To do so, the educator is curating a learning center library at Palladium City Skyline, a new $65 million affordable housing complex that recently opened in east Fort Worth. “We built our library so children will be abl...
Editor’s note: A featured pet may be adopted by the time you inquire, but many more are always waiting to meet you through the Humane Society of North Texas. Longer days create space for connection and having fun in the sun. At the Humane Society of North Texas, summer also bring...
When Joe Flores saw that the 2026 FIFA World Cup would have nine matches in Arlington — just 30 minutes away — he knew he and his service dog, Kiki, needed to be a part of it. The two threw their hat in the ring and became key members in FIFA’s Starting Lineup volunteer team, whi...
DFW International Airport is ready for the influx of fans expected to visit for the FIFA World Cup, Jerome Woodard, DFW’s chief operating officer, said in a report to the airport’s board of directors on June 4. Arlington’s AT&T Stadium, temporarily renamed Dallas Stadium for the ...
One of Magnolia Avenue’s most recognizable properties has entered a new chapter. The landmark mixed-use property located at 1109-1121 W. Magnolia Avenue has officially sold, marking a notable transaction in the heart of Fort Worth’s Near Southside. LanCarte Commercial’s Brittany ...
LEAGUE Commercial has been selected by Texas Wesleyan University to lead leasing efforts for multiple retail spaces along East Rosedale Street, helping activate a key corridor adjacent to the university's growing campus and creating new opportunities for businesses to serve stude...
World Cup Fever has hit North Texas. Unfortunately, the cost of a ticket to a match has risen much higher than any thermometer can measure. As a parent with a soccer fan son, not gonna lie, it's more irritating than an itch in the middle of my back with no backscratcher to be fou...
KAI joined Dallas Independent School District (Dallas ISD) officials, community leaders and project partners on May 21 to break ground on the new Seagoville PK-8 Campus in Seagoville, Texas. Part of the 2020 Bond Program, the $53 million campus is a transformational project desig...
Arlington leaders gave a developer the green light Tuesday evening to build a controversial townhome development a few hundred feet from a gas drilling zone. City Council members voted 6-3 to rezone just under 30 acres to residential and community commercial use with a specific u...
GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — Hwang In-beom scored a goal and set up another as South Korea rallied to defeat the Czech Republic 2-1 in the second match of the 2026 World Cup on Thursday night. After a lackluster first half in which both teams were jeered as they left the field, the...
Researchers at the University of Texas at Arlington are using the FIFA World Cup to measure how big crowds, more flights and increased traffic affect air quality. Environmental sensors at Arlington’s AT&T Stadium – known as Dallas Stadium for the duration of the World Cup – and D...
Tarrant Appraisal District board members are split on whether to consider changing the property appraisal process after acknowledging that the current plan delivered less equitable tax bills to homeowners. The board discussed the possibility of undoing the reappraisal plan they v...
George Howard Shotwell, 86, local business and civic leader, died on the morning of June 6 at his home. The longtime Hurst resident served his community for 26 years, with 10 years on the city’s Parks and Recreation Board and 15 years on the Planning and Zoning Commission. But Sh...
Mexican poet Leticia Alaniz, adorned in traditional indigenous attire, stepped up to the mic at Amphibian Stage to voice her message clearly: Women are strength and resilience. “We are the ancient birthing ones, the seed and the womb, the dark soil opening after rain, the burning...
A standoff in Midland is over and the suspected gunman behind a mass shooting that injured 10 people and killed another is dead, according to the city's mayor. The Texas Department of Public Safety confirmed Friday afternoon that one person died in the shooting and 10 others were...
The famous Dutch Orange Bus, a double-decker bus painted a vibrant orange that has become an emblem of Dutch fans, is in Texas and on its way to Dallas Stadium in Arlington. The famous Dutch double-decker orange bus departed the port of Galveston on Thursday and is making its way...
With the World Cup underway, North Texas is preparing to host its first match this weekend, and communities across the area are gearing up to welcome international fans. Japan is set to take on the Netherlands at Dallas Stadium in Arlington on Sunday, drawing thousands of visitor...
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Paige Bueckers scored a season-high 31 points, Jessica Shepard had 17 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists, and the Dallas Wings beat the Phoenix Mercury 85-70 on Thursday night. Bueckers scored 24 points in the first half on 11-of-14 shooting, capped by ...
NBC 5 is Reading With You all summer long, helping parents with ways to keep kids engaged during the months they are out of school to prevent summer slide. The Fort Worth Public Library suggested these titles to get children excited about the 2026 FIFA World Cup and other summer ...
United Community Centers is once again offering its Summer Food Service Program. Parents can take their children 18 and under to get free, healthy meals for children and teens across Fort Worth. It's all in an effort to make sure children in the community have access to nutritiou...
Presidents and Prime Ministers. Kings and Queens. As North Texas prepares to host 2026 FIFA World Cup matches beginning this weekend, federal security officials are also preparing for another challenge: protecting visiting heads of state from around the world. "This is a huge und...
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary’s accreditation is restored, ending three years of being under a warning status with its regional academic accreditor, school officials said Thursday. President David S. Dockery announced in a statement on the school’s website that the se...
Looking for tickets to a World Cup game in Arlington? Well, they still cost a pretty penny. The Arlington opener between the Netherlands and Japan kicks off at 3 p.m. Sunday. Heading into the weekend, ticket prices for the opener have only risen, according to TicketData. The plat...
Studio Sabka is based in Fort Worth’s West 7th district, but its origins stem overseas. The art studio was founded by late Albanian artist Sabaudin Grigor Aleksi Xhaferi, or “Sabka.” His skill in fine art painting, caricatures and scene paintings earned him 27 awards and recognit...
The April 2025 stabbing death of a 17-year-old student athlete at the hands of another 17-year-old during a track meet in Frisco. It is a case that shook the consciousness of Collin County. This week, a Collin County jury found Karmelo Anthony, now 19, guilty of murder. Anthony c...
When fans arrive at "Dallas Stadium" in Arlington for World Cup matches, they will see metal detectors, police officers and visible security checkpoints. What they won't see may be even more important. "They don't see a lot, and it's designed that way," said Larry Wansley, the re...
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Folarin Balogun scored twice in the Americans' historic three-goal first half, and the U.S. opened its first home World Cup in 32 years with its biggest win in the tournament, a dynamic 4-1 victory over Paraguay on Friday night. Christian Pulisic had an a...
TORONTO (AP) — Canada earned its first World Cup point in seven matches on soccer's biggest stage, and coach Jesse Marsch noted the sea of red-clad, maple leaf-waving fans who continuously belted out chants of "Go Ca-na-da!" helped get it. A slow start and an early deficit turned...
DFW International Airport is ready for the influx of fans expected to visit for the FIFA World Cup, Jerome Woodard, DFW’s chief operating officer, said in a report to the airport’s board of directors on June 4. “The airport is both well positioned and prepared to manage the traff...
My wife, Jolanda, and I have lived in the Arlington area since 1968, and we couldn’t imagine living anywhere else. Our home on Westador Drive in the Westador neighborhood in west Arlington, where we have lived since 1980, is filled with the joy and memories of family because we r...
The Fort Worth Crime Control and Prevention District board reviewed fiscal year 2026 second-quarter financial and performance updates as well as reports on community partnership initiatives during a May 19 meeting. Staff also presented updates on the school crossing guard program...
The Community Action Partners meeting on May 21 centered on the success of the Continuing the Climb: Re-Entry Job and Resource Fair. Documenters empowers people like you to help fill the gaps in reporting on Tarrant County public meetings. Find out how you can join here. The fair...
Editor’s note: Transcript provided by Cambridge Artificial Intelligencer. Keller City Council and staff continued discussions June 2 aimed at strengthening rules for home-based businesses, a conversation that began at the April 7 meeting. Since 2020, Keller has logged 36 complain...
A recap of the April 1 Choctaw Code Talkers Historical Marker dedication at Veterans Memorial Park on Camp Bowie Boulevard was the highlight of the Park & Recreation Advisory Board May 27 meeting. The marker was unveiled to honor the Choctaw code talkers, World War I soldiers who...
The world’s game is here. North Texans from Cleburne to Van Alstyne are gearing up for the arrival of the 2026 FIFA World Cup this weekend. The international spectacle opened Thursday in Mexico City, with Mexico’s 2-0 win over South Africa. Games will continue for the next month ...
Will Rogers Memorial Center will be managed by a nonprofit agency, which will take over Oct. 1 from the city under an agreement Fort Worth City Council members approved unanimously June 9. The new manager, Gendy Street Management, comprises the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo; Bass...
UT Arlington professor Jason Shelton claimed a sizable lead in early voting returns for Arlington’s City Council District 8 runoff election. Shelton led Melody Fowler, an Arlington ISD trustee, 64.4% to 35.5% when early voting numbers were released. Arlington saw 6,547 voters cas...
UT Arlington professor Jason Shelton will be Arlington’s next City Council District 8 representative after securing more than 60% of the vote in a runoff election Saturday, according to unofficial results. Shelton faced Melody Fowler, an Arlington ISD trustee, and claimed a lead ...
The distinctive “pop” of pickleball play was ever present at the June 10 grand opening of Pickle City Fort Worth. No surprise, since the 16-court pickleball club was full. Despite the official opening ceremonies, the 35,000-square-foot sports complex has been open since January w...
The Texas Rangers’ very own Globe Life Field is the newest stadium in MLB, having opened in 2020. Fans who remember the old Globe Life Park will have fond memories of days at the ballpark, and likely less fond ones of the oppressive Arlington summer heat. Globe Life Park was noto...
Chicago has so much energy, culture, incredible architecture, and, of course, deep-dish pizzas. If anything, we'd just go there for the pizza and have one for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Known as the Windy City mainly because of the chilly breezes off Lake Michigan (we won't ge...
The 2026 World Cup is here, and Fort Worth is right in the middle of it. AT&T Stadium in Arlington is hosting nine matches, more than any other venue in the tournament, including a semifinal, less than 30 minutes from downtown. With 48 nations competing this summer, this is the b...
Kevin Woods wears two titles, as referenced in his voicemail greeting. “This is Reverend Woods, or Deputy Woods.” In practice, he saw those roles as one and the same. Over Woods’ 32 years as a Fort Worth marshal, he saw every day as an opportunity to help others and share joy — m...
Tarrant County College District trustees had blunt words for two outside forces complicating the district’s next budget. At a workshop Thursday, trustees reviewed a proposed $425.7 million operating budget for fiscal year 2027, up $10 million from this year’s adopted budget. The ...
More than 90% of people with Down syndrome will get Alzheimer’s disease by the time they are in their early to mid-60s — and they often get it sooner. Clinical research at UNT Health Fort Worth will help scientists better understand the disease in people with Down syndrome and wh...
What made the Samurai Blue? It’s not a riddle, actually. It’s a question people like you might be asking right now (kinda). See, you may have picked up on the fact that the Japanese men’s national soccer team calls itself the “Samurai Blue.” That’s because the word that there’s a...
Shades of orange covered the otherwise green hill next to Choctaw Stadium on Sunday morning, hours before the Netherlands and Japan kicked off the Arlington portion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Thousands of Netherlands fans, both die-hard and new, swarmed the streets and surrounde...
They gathered under dark clouds on a hill across the street from Choctaw Stadium, creating a sea of orange shirts, jerseys and hats getting soaked by rain five hours before kickoff. Braving that muddy slope and Texas’ indecisive weather, soccer fans from the Netherlands sang alon...
As thousands of fans poured into the stadium for Arlington’s first FIFA World Cup game Sunday, Rick Majumdar stood on a corner outside the venue, speaking into a microphone: “ICE out of the World Cup.” The Arlington resident said he wanted to raise awareness about the potential p...
Fans are trooping to Dallas-Fort Worth beginning this weekend for the nine 2026 FIFA World Cup matches to be played in Arlington over the next month. Just how many, and whether the economic impact they generate comes close to expectations, remains to be seen. North Texas leaders ...
Union workers who assemble F-35 aircraft at Fort Worth-based Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Co. voted Sunday to ratify a new contract. About 5,000 members of International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers District 776 approved the new contract that includes wage incre...
Audra Baggett was celebrating World Cup soccer on Sunday morning. The McKinney volunteer was generously handing out high-fives at the CentrePort/DFW Airport Station as she directed fans from the Trinity Railway Express to charter buses for their trek to Dallas Stadium for the ope...
With the FIFA World Cup bringing international attention and massive crowds to the Metroplex, excitement is filling North Texas. But alongside the celebration comes a darker reality that communities can no longer afford to ignore: the increased risk of human sex trafficking. Unfo...
he Business Press will present the inaugural Business Titan Awards, a celebration of leadership, achievement, and community impact in Fort Worth. The event will recognize men whose influence extends far beyond the workplace. These are leaders who understand that true success is m...
Most people just rinse their sprayer with water and think that's enough. But then the pump starts sputtering mid-job, the nozzle clogs during a weed treatment run, or the battery dies two seasons too early. A battery-powered backpack sprayer takes far more abuse than it looks lik...
Fort Worth continues to draw new residents in 2026, and it's not hard to see why. With a strengthening job market and a culture that feels both authentically Texan and cosmopolitan, it's become one of the more compelling destinations for relocation in the South. If you're doing y...
Bingo has always been built around small moments. You have a card, some numbers, and a pattern slowly taking shape. That is why mobile bingo feels less like reinvention and more like the game finding a screen that matches its tempo. The hall gave it a shared room. The phone gives...
Walk through the West 7th corridor on a Saturday night and you'll still find crowds, neon, and the occasional live set spilling out onto the sidewalk. But talk to enough Fort Worth regulars and a different picture starts to emerge. More and more people are choosing to stay in — s...
Parts of Fort Worth’s Northside neighborhood and an area near Lake Worth are under a boil water notice following a break in a 24-inch water main at Rosen Avenue and NW 28th Street in Fort Worth. The break led to a drop in water pressure that measured below standards set by the Te...
Interested in gathering with the community to honor the legacy of Juneteenth? Festivities are underway across Tarrant County to commemorate the federal holiday, which celebrates the Emancipation Proclamation’s enforcement and the liberation of the remainder of enslaved people in ...
The Tarrant County Sheriff's Office has released a guide for international visitors to help understand state laws and city regulations amid this year's FIFA World Cup. The guide, titled "Understanding Law Enforcement & Arrest Procedures" warns visitors they may be arrested in cas...
Tarrant County hosted its first FIFA World Cup match on June 14, 2026, at Dallas Stadium in Arlington. Fans from across the globe came together to watch the Netherlands and Japan finish the first game of group stage play in the city with a 2-2 draw. Journalists from the Fort Wort...
The mayors of Tarrant County’s two largest cities have new roles after their election to the executive board of the Arlington-based North Central Texas Council of Governments. Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker and Arlington Mayor Jim Ross were among the 17 officials elected to one-y...
Brooklynn Fox did not finish her audition videos in one take. Not for the University of Southern California. Not for Pace University. And, certainly, not for the Juilliard School. Inside the studio, Christen Reyes watched the dance major from I.M. Terrell Academy for STEM and VPA...
Tarrant County’s safety net hospital system has a myriad of factors to consider as it budgets for next fiscal year. The population JPS serves is growing and aging. A smaller percentage of patients will be covered by Medicaid or Affordable Care Act plans. The main hospital is at c...
ATLANTA (AP) — So much for a supersized World Cup diluting the quality of soccer's biggest tournament. Tiny Cape Verde, making its debut at the World Cup, pulled off a stunner, holding heavily favored Spain scoreless in a 0-0 draw on Monday. "This means everything for our country...
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Daichi Kamada and his Japanese teammates were minutes away from a World Cup -opening loss that wouldn't have been unexpected considering the opponent. His tying goal will be remembered for a long time in his homeland, especially if the country with some so...
HOUSTON (AP) — For 37 minutes on Sunday, Curaçao stayed with four-time champion Germany, with the World Cup first-timers daring to believe they could pull off the unimaginable. Livano Comenencia tied it with his left-footed shot through traffic from the center of the box in the 2...
The boil water notice issued for parts of Fort Worth’s Northside neighborhood and an area near Lake Worth on Monday morning has been rescinded, officials announced. The break in a 24-inch water main at NW 28th Street and Rosen Avenue that prompted the notice has also been repaire...
Cowtown is saying howdy to LULAC members. As global visitors convene in North Texas for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Fort Worth steps into the spotlight this week as the host city for the national convention of the country’s oldest Latino civil rights organization. Members of the Lea...
Living in Fort Worth offers young professionals a vibrant lifestyle: trendy restaurants, live music, cultural events, and endless weekend adventures. But balancing all the perks of city life with smart financial habits can feel overwhelming. The good news is that with a little pl...
On the East Side, The Dock Bookshop (6637 Meadowbrook Dr, Fort Worth, 817-457-5700), an indie retailer just minutes away from “Dallas Stadium” (nee AT&T Stadium), is co-producing a World Cup Book Showcase tonight/Tue at 3pm with Pitch Publishing. NBC 5 Sports Director Newy Scrugg...
A 40-year-old man has died while in custody at Tarrant County Jail, according to the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office Tuesday. The unidentified man on Monday was in his cell when his cellmate saw him experiencing a "medical emergency," according to a press release. The man was tra...
When Jenna Hill opened Liberty Lounge in Fort Worth, she wanted it to be a spot that created community and made the world a better place. She also wanted it to be a good old fashioned dive bar, with a pool table, cold drinks and good company right in the heart of the unofficial g...
On a bright day this spring, Karen Cramer stood before a sign marking the future home of Texas Wesleyan University’s new stadium. Cramer wore a yellow Texas Wesleyan sweatshirt, held a football helmet and raised her right hand in the “Rams Up” sign. Around her stood student-athle...
Planning to tee up a golf vacation to the iconic courses in Ireland? If that’s on your bucket list, there’s now a Fort Worth connection to the Emerald Isle to help you play through. Fort Worth’s Escalante Golf, a boutique owner and operator of luxury golf courses and clubs across...
Third through eighth grade students living in Fort Worth made modest gains on state reading and math exams this year, but continue to trail their peers across Tarrant County and Texas, according to STAAR results released Tuesday. Schools within Fort Worth city limits increased 2 ...
Fort Worth ISD saw gains in math and reading that outpaced statewide increases, but the district still has a long way to go before it sheds Texas control, newly released STAAR results show. Tuesday’s results show two realities: Fort Worth ISD students made broad gains in math and...
A mosquito trap sample tested positive for West Nile Virus in Arlington, according to a news release. Tarrant County Public Health found the positive sample located near Douglas Court at North Cooper Street and notified the city of Arlington. (function(){function e(){window.addEv...
Studying a Texas Christian University athlete’s performance may start with a football player sweating under sweltering heat. But it does not end on the field. The same research may help a firefighter in a burning building. A line worker on a power line. Or a police dog whose move...
Tarrant Area Food Bank announced a new initiative today, placing an emphasis on holistic services with its North Texas partners while sunsetting support for certain mobile pantry agencies. The More Than Food initiative, announced Wednesday morning by the nonprofit, reemphasizes t...
Arlington ISD will face a nearly $60 million shortfall next year despite a staff reorganization and no raises for employees. The district’s trustees unanimously adopted the 2026-27 budget shortfall Tuesday night. Trustee Justin Chapa said the previous cuts have provided a financi...
OPENING Balan: The Boy (NR) This Malayalam-language film stars Chandu Salimkumar as a teenage boy who searches for his mother after she disappears. Also with Girish A.D., Farzana Palathingai, Ganapathi, Sandra Chandran, Dolly June, and Jean Paul Lal. (Opens Friday at AMC Grapevin...
Weston McKennie, a 27-year-old midfielder for the U.S. Men's National Team, is a Little Elm native and John McKennie's younger brother. "I'm a Grand Prairie firefighter," McKennie said in the video produced by the city and sent to NBC 5. "I currently drive an engine down at Stati...
FC Dallas' Petar Musa is making his World Cup debut with Croatia against England at Dallas Stadium. The game kicks off at 3 p.m. England is one of the highest-ranked teams in the tournament. Musa has already scored 12 goals so far for FC Dallas this season, making him one of the ...
As English fans take over North Texas, a local pub is hosting watch parties at its venues in Addison, Arlington, Colleyville, and Dallas. The game kicks off at 3 p.m. The Addison location is award-winning; the Arlington location is brand new; and the Dallas location hosted a part...
Texas takes center stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup today. Portugal takes on Congo in Houston at noon, then Croatia plays England in a rematch of the 2018 World Cup semifinals at 3 p.m. The Portugal squad featuring star forward Cristiano Ronaldo is among the favorites to win the ...
Portugal, very aware of the enormous expectations it faces in the World Cup, begins group stage play against Congo in Houston at noon. The squad featuring star forward Cristiano Ronaldo is among the favorites to win the expanded 48-team tournament and hoist its first World Cup tr...
Nationally Ranked Broker Gains South Georgia Strength as Valdosta-Based Agency Puts Resources Behind Next-Generation Growth Fort Worth, Texas) – Higginbotham, a broad-based, employee-owned insurance and financial services company headquartered in Texas, announced it has joined fo...
FORT WORTH, TX – June 16,2026 – Sparks Financial is pleased to announce that Scott Theodore has joined the firm as a Private Wealth Advisor, bringing decades of leadership, mentorship, and financial services experience to the organization. Theodore previously served as Managing P...
Southlake Foundation, in partnership with the Southlake Chamber of Commerce, will host the inaugural Southlake Global Business Council Summit at The Westin Southlake this Thursday, June 18, starting at 5:00 p.m. The event will bring together nearly 20 international business counc...
“What is this that I’m feeling, and what is this thing called dementia?” Those are two of the most compelling health questions that senior adults and their families are asking. June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, and since dementia continues to gain national attention,...
(FORT WORTH, Texas and DUBLIN) – Escalante Golf – a boutique owner and operator of luxury golf properties across 17 U.S. states – has acquired GreenGolfBall Ltd, an Ireland-based golf tour operator specializing in bespoke golf travel experiences. The acquisition marks a significa...
One year after Texas restricted cellphone use in schools, one North Texas district is finding success by looking backward. At Wylie ISD's administration building on Tuesday, tables were covered with photos that looked as if they had come straight from the 1990s. The images showed...
What does it mean to be free? A new exhibition at the African American Museum Dallas invites visitors to explore that question through the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela, the South African leader whose lifelong fight against apartheid helped reshape a nation. “Mandela: The Off...
Fans flocked into Walmart, which sits just across the street from Dallas Stadium in Arlington. “It's well organized, and it's pretty good,” shopper Joe Vujica said, who is from Croatia but lives in Canada. Another shopper also liked what they were finding. “World Cup jersey, so y...
Residents, environmental experts, and state officials are gathering Tuesday evening in Glen Rose for a community meeting focused on data centers and their potential impacts on Dinosaur Valley State Park. The meeting, organized by Protect the Paluxy Valley, comes as multiple data ...
Six Flags' tallest, fastest, longest giga dive coaster is gearing up for its grand debut next Friday, June 26. The Tormenta Rampaging Run is a one-of-a-kind thrill that can only be found in their new Spanish village, Rancho de la Tormenta. Once completed, it will set six new worl...
FORT WORTH — The Catholic school tour ended, and Maria Contreras felt an overwhelming desire to enroll her 7-year-old. But first, a difficult question for the principal. The second grader has trouble focusing. He doesn’t listen to teachers and runs around the classroom, she expla...
A multi-agency investigation has led to five arrests after authorities say an organized criminal ring used skimming devices on diesel fuel pumps to steal payment card information and obtain fuel across North Texas. According to the Texas Financial Crimes Intelligence Center (FCIC...
There is one attraction that's drawn some unexpected attention from World Cup visitors: Buc'ees. It's been so popular with Texas visitors that Trinity Metro is even offering a 20-minute shuttle from Downtown Fort Worth to the North Fort Worth location. The massive gas station, of...
NFL player Rashee Rice was seen jogging away from news photographers Tuesday morning as he left the Dallas County Jail after serving 30 days for a probation violation tied to a high-speed, multi-car crash on Central Expressway in March 2024. According to court records, Rice teste...
The Mavericks are discussing their possible move to Far North Dallas at the end of the decade after 25 years at the American Airlines Center. The plan has sparked debate across the city about what it means for fans, Victory Park, and Downtown Dallas. Basketball Hall-of-Fame induc...
The Dallas Cowboys return to Frisco for their three-day mandatory minicamp. The team reported star wide receiver George Pickens was in the building Monday for his physical. Pickens had been absent from all of Dallas' offseason activities this summer, which previously had been vol...
The Dallas Wings are headed to San Francisco after defeating the Las Vegas Aces 96-66; it's the Wings' second win over the reigning WNBA champions this season. Arike Ogunbowale scored 22 points and made five 3-pointers, Jessica Shepard had 15 points, 15 rebounds, and nine assists...
Newmark announces the Company has arranged the sale, acquisition financing and equity capitalization of Centreport Lake, a 452-unit multifamily community located in Fort Worth, Texas, minutes from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Newmark Multifamily Capital Markets Execut...
Boutique brokerage firm brings new restaurant, medical, industrial, and retail tenants to NearSouthside and surrounding Tarrant County submarkets Hatfield Advisors, a Fort Worth commercial real estatebrokerage, today announced the completion of five long-term leases totaling 22,9...
LanCarte Commercial is pleased to announce the successful sale of 2524 Carson St., a 1,500-square-foot freestanding masonry building that was previously occupied by Wayne's Boots & Shoe Repair. The property features a fenced yard and ample parking and is located along a highly ac...
On Friday, June 12, the Fort Worth Fire Department (FWFD) Fire Recruit Class No. 100 and EMS Recruit Class No. 1 graduated from the FWFD Training Academy at Christ Chapel Bible Church. This is the first time in the 155-year history of FWFD that a single-role class is graduating, ...
Fans from Croatia and England are making their way to North Texas ahead of their teams’ match on Wednesday at Dallas Stadium in Arlington. In downtown Dallas, members of the Croatia fan group Mi Hrvati — which means “we Croatians” — are planning a celebration Tuesday night at Civ...
As millions of international visitors arrive in North Texas for the FIFA World Cup, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is warning fans about the dangers of fentanyl and the risks posed by illicit drugs. DEA officials say many visitors may be unfamiliar with the prevalence o...
A rare piece of American history is now on display in Dallas. An original copy of the Declaration of Independence is on display now through July 17 at the Hall of State at Fair Park. The document was moved from its permanent home at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library as part of ...
The boil water notice issued by the City of Fort Worth for parts of Northside and Lake Worth is no longer in effect on Tuesday afternoon, after a large water main break on Monday. Officials say the 24-inch water main break caused water pressure to fall below minimum standards req...
The World Cup debuted in North Texas at AT&T Stadium, renamed to Dallas Stadium for the occasion. The game ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw. The Dallas Morning News got a sneak peek at some of the concessions available at Dallas Stadium for the nine World Cup games the stadium will ...
As Dallas-Fort Worth restaurants compete for consumer attention during the FIFA World Cup frenzy, a North Texas seafood shack called Flying Fish is offering two unexpected canned food specials. "You're going to think I'm kidding here," said Shannon Wynne, who co-founded the nine ...
Fort Worth Police are asking the community to help find a suspect after a person died from multiple gunshot wounds. According to the police department, on Sunday, around 11 p.m., officers with the South Division were called to the 4300 block of Carter Park Dr. for a shooting call...
Have you ever thought about being a volunteer at the Summer Olympics? Here is your chance. Organizers for the 2028 Summer Olympics said “Games-time” volunteer applications will go live on July 14 for fans from around the world. This will include Olympic and Paralympic roles. “As ...
FRISCO — He opened the front door himself — the 30-year-old who has taken a sledgehammer to the trope about NFL players going broke. There’s Jaylon Smith, shuffling about as “So Amazing” by Beyoncé and Stevie Wonder resonates through his 5,000-square-foot home. His 9-year-old dog...
Las Vegas Aces (10-3, 7-3 Western Conference) at Dallas Wings (8-5, 4-3 Western Conference) Arlington, Texas; Monday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Dallas Wings plays the Las Vegas Aces after Arike Ogunbowale scored 22 points in the Dallas Wings’ 84-83 loss to the Portland Fire. The Wi...
Among the many security measures surrounding World Cup matches in North Texas, some of the most critical are working on four legs. They’re called "vapor wake" dogs — highly trained K-9s capable of detecting explosives not just in bags or objects, but on people moving through a cr...
A North Texas family is making a desperate plea for information after an 18-year-old was gunned down in Dallas overnight. “I don’t know what’s true and what’s not. Every story that I hear what they did to him, it’s horrible,” said Araceli Rodriguez. Rodriguez and her older son, J...
Turbulence is growing in several Richardson neighborhoods over Amazon’s drone delivery program, with residents raising concerns about noise, privacy, and safety. The Richardson City Council approved Amazon Prime Air operations last year, but many neighbors say they didn't know ab...
This summer, women are calling the shots at Shakespeare Dallas. Both shows of the summer season, William Shakespeare’s The Merry Wives of Windsor and Alice in Wonderland, based on the Lewis Carroll classic, focus on women, their curiosity, their wit and their journey of self-disc...
The famous Dutch Orange Bus, a double-decker bus painted a vibrant orange that has become an emblem of Dutch fans, is in Texas and on its way to Dallas Stadium in Arlington. The famous Dutch double-decker orange bus departed the port of Galveston on Thursday and is making its way...
Editor’s note: A featured pet may be adopted by the time you inquire, but many more are always waiting to meet you through the Humane Society of North Texas. At the Humane Society of North Texas, adoption is about changing lives, one match at a time. Learn more about adoptions at...
Tensions flared at a recent public meeting in Hood County that devolved into a shouting match between county attorney Matthew Mills and residents who oppose data centers. "How much did y'all get paid?" asked a resident. "Not a dime," Mills said. "You're accusing people of being c...
Just in time for Father’s Day, an all-Black cast of characters brings us this revenge thriller. If not for the smartphones that the characters occasionally use, you might mistake Is God Is for some lost blaxploitation movie from the 1970s. Its main characters embark on a road tri...
Nestled in Southeast Fort Worth, the historic Weston Gardens is a fixture of the community, providing locals an escape from reality. Sharply contrasting it, Southeast Fort Worth’s landscape is dominated by industrial infrastructure like landfills and truckyards, the heavy machine...
I’m not a big basketball fan, but I did watch a couple of Spurs games during the NBA Finals. They’re a young team, and they fought hard, and I know a lot of Texans were rooting for them to win. I was, too. But as I watched the final game, a creeping sense of unease came over me. ...
Absolutely terrible for everyone involved. There is no win in a case like that of Karmelo Anthony, a 19-year-old found guilty of murder for the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf. Two families were shattered over a senseless instance of violence. I have a friend on the ...
As the white father of a Black boy, I’ve come across what I’m calling the degrees of Blackness. Regarding skin color, darker is worse — my kid has been called “burnt” by fellow Black students because he’s directly from West Africa. (I won’t repeat all the lovely epithets hurled a...
Breakfast Brothers, 400 E Front St, Ste 100, Arlington. 682-563-6490. 7am-2pm Mon-Thu, 7am-4pm Fri-Sun. A light drizzle and shallow wind gusts didn’t slow an early morning crowd from joining the waitlist at the third and newest location for the Black-owned Breakfast Brothers in d...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Lionel Messi registered his first World Cup hat trick while moving into a tie for first on the tournament's career scoring list Tuesday night, sending defending champion Argentina to a dominant 3-0 victory over Algeria in its group-stage opener. Messi scor...
Rays of hope amid the political maelstrom, Juneteenth events are plentiful this month. In South Main Village, The Cicada will support the national holiday by hosting a fundraising event on Friday, June 19. Featuring locals Die-A-Beat-Us, A Dangerous Affair, 42Scratch, 4Factorial,...
Hop on a boat, compete in a Lego building competition, listen to Frank Sinatra or paint a colorful canvas this weekend to celebrate Father’s Day.While every dad is unique, there are events happening around the county just right for hungry dads, creative dads, funny dads and dads ...
With our calendar being somewhat, well, calendar-driven and with June being an onslaught of special happenings and holidays, it’s no surprise that you’re holding yet another of our special issues in your hand. We can’t help it. Special is our specialty. Juneteenth Now that Opal g...
When you ask a child what they want to be when they grow up, most say they want to follow in the footsteps of a parent or an idol. But Dena Stanley knew from a young age that she wanted to carve her own path. Born in Oklahoma City and now a resident of Fort Worth, she is describe...
Yes, we put out a Black History Month issue every February, but you can’t forget about Juneteenth, which is why we’ve decided to celebrate the holiday with a special issue. And it’s packed with great info and in-depth reporting. Step inside. In Metro, Southeast Fort Worth heads o...
On view now thru day Sunday, July 5, at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art, Black Photojournalism gathers the work of more than 60 photographers across the country between 1945 and the mid-1980s. The 250-plus photos on display cover everything from major historical events to ...
Can AI-assisted content still sound personal, thoughtful, and worth reading? Yes, but it needs a writer’s mind behind it. AI can help shape a draft, organize ideas, and speed up the first step. Still, personality comes from human choices: opinion, rhythm, clarity, emotion, and li...
Many in Fort Worth and beyond, throughout Texas and the rest of the US, are collectively becoming fatigued with the contemporary digital realm. You finish your 8-hour shift at the office downtown, working at a warehouse, driving a heavy truck, or in any other profession, and you ...
Louise Smith smiled while reclining on an easy chair in her Fort Worth home as a small crowd celebrated in her living room Wednesday morning. Meals on Wheels of Tarrant County’s senior staff and board of directors were on hand to deliver the organization’s 30 millionth meal — a m...
Listen up, Fort Worth! Welcome to The Soundcheck, a biweekly music column keeping you in the loop on what’s happening across the Tarrant music scene. Interested in music focused on the intersection of education, activism and the history of the Black community? What about music wi...
A group of voting rights advocates wants to help Tarrant County residents register eligible neighbors to vote ahead of the November election. The nonpartisan League of Women Voters of Tarrant County has coordinated a June 27 training session for volunteer deputy registrars, those...
Cast your mind back to 1999, when Toy Story 2 conjured up Pixar’s most crushing moment in its history thus far. That film was about the toys facing their mortality of a sort, and it came to a head in the story of Jessie the Cowgirl (voiced by Joan Cusack), whose owner Emily grew ...
Shades of red, white and blue swathed the streets of Arlington. Not the United States’ signature colors but rather the shades of the England national team’s kits. England defeated Croatia 4-2 Wednesday afternoon in Arlington’s second World Cup match. Just a half-mile north, a cro...
From magnets to banners to T-shirts, North Texas soccer fans have a wide range of memorabilia to purchase in honor of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Now, beautiful game fanatics and local art lovers have the chance to add a limited edition art print sold by Fort Worth’s tourism agency ...
A second man died this week at the Tarrant County Jail, according to the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office Wednesday. A 40-year-old man on Tuesday was kneeling next to his bed and failed to respond to verbal greetings from a detention officer during a routine cell check, the sherif...
The city of Fort Worth is turning the page on its search for a new downtown Fort Worth library, now making plans to buy 1.38 acres on Summit Avenue south of West 7th Street. City Council members on June 23 will vote to buy several pieces of property for up to $5.95 million. The c...
On Ted Lasso, the British made fun of Ted for thinking that soccer matches are divided into quarters like American football games. This World Cup, the hydration breaks that come midway through each half have effectively divided the matches into quarters. The Americanization of so...
Find me someone who says they don’t like Italian food, and I’ll show you a liar. Because let’s be real, what’s not to like? Carbs? Good. Cheese? Good. Garlic should probably have its own place on the food pyramid. I’ve talked quite a bit about Mediterranean cuisine in this column...
Thousands of England and Croatia fans painted Arlington red, white and blue Wednesday afternoon as they gathered at Dallas Stadium for North Texas' second World Cup match. In the first match of the tournament for both countries, England defeated Croatia 4-2. Fans hailing from aro...
Exactly what your weekend needs Find out what's "Weekend Worthy" with our arts & culture newsletter. Sign up for essential Fort Worth-area events and news — free. Sign up for free Happy Thursday, Earlier this year, my appreciation for ballet grew when I met Fort Worth dance icon ...
David Parker is listed as a lobbyist for the Virginia-based Data Center Coalition according to a filing with the Texas Ethics Commission. He has been involved in this group since January, according to official filings. The organization describes itself as representing and advanci...
Developers will soon demolish and rebuild part of The Cooper, a $65 million five-story apartment complex damaged by a 6-alarm fire last June. The Near Southside complex, which opened at 1001 W. Rosedale St. in 2020, was mostly vacant following the June 23, 2025, incident but leas...
Alyssa was midway through a passage about the seasons changing when the timer cut her off. Sixty seconds. That’s all the time the second grader had to finish. Teacher Jean Tocco marked Alyssa’s stopping point on an assessment sheet to determine the number of words she can read pe...
Gathered around a table, four women laughed and shared stories as if they’d been friends since childhood, even though they met four years ago. Stevenson Oaks independent living residents Barbara Coffey, Marilyn McClain, Genny Straughan and Shelby Whiteley discussed topics such as...
Ashlea Pierce joined other Arlington ISD parents in voicing concern over the motives to transition sixth grade from the elementary to junior high level. “I'm not sure student experience is given the same priority in other educational decisions. Was there a movement of sixth grade...
As workers assembled electrical equipment, robotic arms moved materials, and automated pallets delivered parts to workstations at Siemens’ 500,000-square-foot plant in south Fort Worth, area business and government leaders discussed how to prepare the workforce for the future. “Y...
Long before soccer fans and tourists flocked to North Texas for the FIFA World Cup, nonprofit organizations were preparing residents for a threat that might arrive with the games and festivities: human trafficking. Anti-trafficking organizations and churches hosted forums to rais...
TGIF! We have back-to-back activities for you to enjoy this weekend. Whether you want to celebrate Pride Month, Juneteenth, Father’s Day, or all three, there are plenty of events to enjoy. Start your weekend off with Levitt Pavilion's new inaugural Texas Made Songs night, where l...
Led by an emerging nonprofit, about 1,000 volunteers have collected over 63,000 pounds of trash from Texas waterways to date this year. The Gulf Trust cleaned more than 40 Texas lake shores and riverfronts, from Amarillo to the Rio Grande Valley, in April and May through the orga...
The 2026 National Convention of The League of United Latin American Citizens in Fort Worth is crucial amid national issues affecting Latinos and other racial minority groups, the organization's president said. "We're making sure that people understand what the rights are of our i...
Lake Worth ISD will start its first full school year under state-appointed leadership with a budget shortfall that district leaders say is designed to improve classrooms, not simply cover costs. The board of managers on Wednesday unanimously approved a 2026-27 budget with a proje...
Team England fans got a taste of home before their game yesterday against Croatia. The Londoner, a Dallas pub with locations throughout the Metroplex, held a soft opening at its new Arlington location just in time for the game. The wholesome hooligans were out in force. The venue...
Shayma Alzubi, the Muslim educator reassigned from her role as Western Hills High School principal after online backlash over her past social media posts, is suing Fort Worth ISD in federal court. The June 18 lawsuit was filed in the Northern District of Texas. The lawsuit allege...
GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — Mexico took advantage of a defensive blunder by South Korea to win 1-0 and become the first team to advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup on Thursday, sending fans onto the streets across the country to celebrate. It marks a major triumph for a...
SEATTLE (AP) — The U.S. national soccer team advanced to the knockout round at the World Cup despite the absence of injured forward Christian Pulisic, beating Australia 2-0 on Friday. A deep U.S. roster overcame Pulisic’s absence to clinch a knockout berth after only two matches ...
Prediction markets give people a way to respond to future events through market prices. Instead of only reading forecasts or opinions, participants can buy and sell contracts tied to specific outcomes. These outcomes may involve sports, politics, entertainment, finance, business,...
Early engagement can help a fresh Instagram post look active before the main audience has finished reacting. Likes cannot fix weak content, but they can support a post with a clear cover, useful caption, strong visual, and good timing. The better habit is to use paid likes as an ...
Three men have died in Tarrant County Jail custody within four days this week — raising serious concerns for at least one family, a county commissioner and several community members. Mack Greer, 46, was pronounced dead Thursday afternoon at John Peter Smith Hospital after he suff...
Tasha Hampton and her husband pushed their two children in a wagon through a sea of people in Fort Worth’s Cultural District on Juneteenth. The Mansfield mother had spent recent years educating her family about the federal holiday as a way to connect to their Black heritage. Now ...
There's a financial shift happening inside the independent music world, and it has nothing to do with viral moments or algorithmic luck. It's quieter than that. More deliberate. And for a certain kind of artist — one who's been grinding long enough to buy a house, sit on some equ...
It’s possible I interviewed on Monday the best 7-footer to ever play for the San Antonio Spurs. Maybe not specifically during his stint in the Alamo City, though he did make a couple of All-Star Games while playing there during his age 33-37 seasons. But taken as a career, Artis ...
To learn more about how the transcript that informed this report was created, visit Cambridge Artificial Intelligencer. The Keller ISD finance department presented an optimistic 2026-27 budget to school trustees at their June 11 meeting: a spending plan that would close a looming...
The Fort Worth Transportation & Public Works Department hosted a June 3 meeting on Webex to discuss the 60% design phase for Cunningham Road, a short stretch of roadway located in District 5 off Crowley Road. Improvements related to this project will run from the intersection of ...
The Fort Worth Transportation & Public Works Department hosted a meeting on June 1 to discuss construction that will occur along South Main Street. The purpose of the project is to mitigate flooding that has occurred along South Main during periods of heavy rain. Documenters empo...
A preconstruction meeting hosted by the city of Fort Worth’s Street and Transportation Improvements department on May 28 discussed the McCart Avenue and Westcreek Drive Capital Project. The McCart Avenue and Westcreek Drive project is part of the 2022 bond with a project value of...
Fort Worth’s Audit & Finance Committee provided an update on the city’s budget at a June 2 meeting. The briefing was a review of the monthly financial report for April 2026. The focus was on the general fund with special attention given to revenue. Cristi Lemon, assistant directo...
Terri Flow was working in Washington, D.C., five years ago when she relocated to Fort Worth to be close to family again. Having spent years volunteering for causes supporting the military, she checked into that possibility when she moved back to North Texas. Her contacts presente...
Mayor Mattie Parker and her husband, David Parker, denied allegations Friday that he lobbies for a data center coalition, pushing back on claims that his position at a consulting firm poses a conflict of interest for the mayor as Fort Worth grapples with how to regulate data cent...
Fort Worth City Council members have raised about $7.5 million combined for their campaigns since 2021, drawing donations from thousands of individuals, businesses, law firms, unions and political groups for election and reelection efforts. About $2.1 million, or 28%, came from 1...
By Hiya Bhatte I am originally from Prosper, around an hour northeast, but have been calling Fort Worth home for nearly four years now. Moving here was never part of the plan until I made the decision to do my undergrad at TCU. When I first moved to town, settled into my on-campu...
FIFA World Cup 2026 isn’t the only international competition in Dallas this summer. The Dallas International Piano Competition, hosted by the Dallas Chamber Symphony, will present its final round of competition on June 23 at Moody Performance Hall in the Dallas Arts District. The...
Newly released evidence shown in court is providing the public with its first look at materials shown to jurors during the murder trial of Karmelo Anthony, who was convicted in the death of Austin Metcalf. Previous Trial Coverage: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 No cameras ...
As of June 19, officials had confirmed 12 New World screwworm cases in the United States, including 11 in Texas and one in New Mexico. The USDA said the funding will support new technologies aimed at improving detection, treatment and eradication efforts. What is the New World sc...
Dallas residents awoke to strong storms and flooding in parts of the city. NBC 5 saw video of flooding specifically around Northwest Highway, as well as Walnut Hill and I-35 in Northwest Dallas. Several drivers were either stranded or attempted to drive through the high water. TX...
Dallas resident Sarah DelSota shared this video of a Waymo stuck in water at the intersection of Fitzhugh and Capitol Avenues in Dallas. NBC 5 has reached out to Waymo for comment. Several Dallas roads were flooded Friday morning due to thunderstorms. NBC 5 saw video of flooding ...
Three Dallas Zoo capybaras were tasked with predicting the outcome of Sunday's World Cup match between Argentina and Austria, and their picks delivered an unexpected result. The zoo's capybaras, Velero, Atziri and Piquiri, were presented with two soccer-themed goals decorated in ...
The Dallas Zoo has announced the dates for their popular "Dollar Zoo Days" in the summer of 2026, and tickets are now available. Dollar Days are back on July 16 and August 4. This includes $1-4 deals on select snacks and beverages, including hot dogs, popcorn, ice cream, canned d...
Chicago Sky (4-10, 1-6 Eastern Conference) at Dallas Wings (9-6, 5-4 Western Conference) Arlington, Texas; Saturday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Chicago Sky aims to break its four-game slide with a victory over the Dallas Wings. The Wings are 5-2 in home games. Dallas averages 87.6 p...
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field both issued ground stops until 8 a.m. this morning. DFW Int'l's started at 5 a.m. while Love Field's started around 6 a.m. Both airports cited thunderstorms. The ground stops could be extended if severe weather continu...
NBC 5 is continuing our summer literacy series Reading With You, with the help of local nonprofit Reading Partners North Texas. As part of their Take Reading With You online series, they have posted free, online handouts to help kids retain what they read. "Our curriculum experts...
On June 2, the City of Fort Worth presented a series of proposed amendments to regulations related to data center development, including zoning, noise, water and economic development standards. The recommendations are designed to utilize tools under the City’s regulatory authorit...
PRIM Construction is thrilled to announce that they have completed construction on a new large office and manufacturing building for WilliamsRDM, a local, woman-owned defense manufacturer in DFW. The project, designed by Schwarz Hanson Architecture and managed by Joe Bloodworth, ...
Travis Staley made a historic statement in Wednesday night’s performance of the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyo. The Tarleton State University tie-down roper posted a 7.1-second run, the fastest time recorded in competition at the Ford Wyoming Center. The time vaulte...
At least four people were injured after a pickup truck driver accidentally backed into a crowd of people outside a Dallas taco stand on Thursday evening, police say. Dallas Police responded to a call to assist an officer with an ambulance at approximately 7 p.m. in the 300 block ...
As North Texas prepares to celebrate Juneteenth, Dr. Opal Lee is championing a new cause. The Grandmother of Juneteenth helped lead the movement to make Juneteenth a federal holiday. Now, as she approaches her 100th birthday, the breast cancer survivor is using her voice to suppo...
A month-long state investigation into the Camp Mystic flood disaster concluded the camp did not have a written evacuation plan, failed to adequately prepare for flooding, and did not evacuate campers despite opportunities to move them to safety before rising waters swept through ...
A 29-year-old worker died after a tunnel collapsed beneath a building in Coppell on Thursday afternoon, trapping him underground, according to Dallas Fire-Rescue. Firefighters were called around 3:19 p.m. to 2275 Sage Hill Lane after receiving reports of a worker trapped followin...
Commissioner Alisa Simmons held a press conference on the Tarrant County in-custody jail deaths that took place this week. Two 40-year-old men died this week after suffering apparent medical emergencies while being held at the Tarrant County Jail, according to the Tarrant County ...
The FIFA Fan Festival Dallas for Thursday, June 18, has sold out, according to the Dallas Police Department. Dallas police are asking the public not to travel to Fair Park without already having a reserved ticket. Police are notifying the public that heavy traffic is expected in ...
The countdown is nearly over for Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, which is less than two weeks away from its official grand opening on July 1. NBC 5 got an early look inside the new theme park, which is Universal’s first-ever theme park built specifically for younger children. De...
The Fort Worth Police Department held a press conference to announce the “Juneteenth Community Impact” weekend initiative, a series of events focused on literacy, mentorship, second chances, youth engagement, and community healing through conversation, culture, and collaboration....
A woman was killed early Thursday morning when police say she followed her partner onto a highway during an argument and was fatally struck by an 18-wheeler. Arlington Police said Thursday afternoon that a man and a woman were involved in a domestic disturbance at a nearby motel ...
It's the second weekend of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and North Texas has watch parties for the Mexico and the USMNT games. FC Dallas is holding a World Cup watch party for the Mexico versus South Korea game on Thursday, June 18, at 8 p.m. Former Mexican national team players are e...
Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers has proven to be a favorite around the WNBA yet again, trailing only four-time league MVP A’ja Wilson in votes after the first fan returns for the 2026 All-Star game. The 2025 No. 1 overall pick and WNBA rookie of the year is averaging 19 points, ...
Dallas officials say a dispute over plans to redesign the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center has delayed its opening until 2030, forcing the city to relocate events expected at the facility. The $3.8 billion project has now been delayed twice, and some City Council members ha...
$10 million Roach Foundation gift establishes institute dedicated to advancing the future of human performance research Texas Christian University today announced the launch of the Roach Institute of Athlete Engineering, an interdisciplinary institute dedicated to advancing human...
Founded in Houston, the fast-growing mobile grooming brand continues statewide growth following recent North Texas expansion Lucky Dog Mobile Groomers, the fast-growing mobile pet care brand known for its convenient, door-to-door grooming experience, is expanding in Texas with th...
Catholic Charities Fort Worth and Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago Partner to Replicate Revolutionary Padua® Program New Partnership Expands Reach of Life-Changing Poverty-Ending Model to the Greater Chicago Community Chicago, Illinois/Fort Worth, Texas – Goodwill Greater Mil...
Center for Transforming Lives is thrilled to announce the appointment of Nadia Salibi as Chief Impact Officer, a new role within the non-profit as it expands to serve more Tarrant County families. Salibi joins the non-profit at a pivotal moment in its nearly 120-year history. Wit...
The final whistle may have ended the match, but the celebration was just getting started for England supporters in North Texas. Fans packed The Londoner locations in Addison and Dallas following England's 4-2 World Cup victory over Croatia, turning the pubs into a sea of cheers, ...
FBI Dallas said 18 drones violated temporary flight restrictions over Dallas Stadium in Arlington and Fan Fest in Dallas during the World Cup's opening weekend. Federal authorities have also filed a charge against a North Texas drone operator after investigators said he flew with...
Grand Prairie is planning a new addition to its Vegas-style entertainment district at EpicCentral. The city approved a new 360-degree immersive dome theater this week, planned as a standalone destination within the development. The venue is expected to seat 400 people and feature...
Reunion Tower in Dallas will be hosting a series of special light shows during the month-long 2026 FIFA World Cup. Nine matches are being played at "Dallas Stadium" in Arlington, including five first-round matches, two round-of-32 matches, a round-of-16 match, and a semifinal dur...
The Dallas Mavericks have 3 picks in next week's NBA Draft. Round one is Tuesday night, June 23; the Mavs have picks 9 and 30, as well as pick 48 in round two, on Wednesday. Fans and the front office know the focus is building around Cooper Flagg, the 2025-26 Rookie of the Year. ...
FC Dallas' Petar Musa made his World Cup debut with Croatia against England at Dallas Stadium on Wednesday. The game kicked off at 3 p.m. England is one of the highest-ranked teams in the tournament. England beat Croatia 4-2 on Wednesday. Martin Baturina and Musa answered each of...
Texas takes center stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Wednesday. Portugal takes on Congo in Houston at noon, then Croatia plays England in a rematch of the 2018 World Cup semifinals at 3 p.m. The Portugal squad featuring star forward Cristiano Ronaldo is among the favorites to w...
One year after Texas restricted cellphone use in schools, one North Texas district is finding success by looking backward. At Wylie ISD's administration building on Tuesday, tables were covered with photos that looked as if they had come straight from the 1990s. The images showed...
Texas Sky Ranger captured video of Team Argentina's bus heading to Dallas Stadium on Monday morning ahead of the match against Austria. Excitement is building across downtown Dallas as Lionel Messi and Argentina prepare to play Austria on Monday in a group-stage match at Dallas S...
Parent Marisol Herrera has sat through her share of listening sessions in Fort Worth ISD. When the district’s Texas-appointed board of managers announced a new round of community meetings, Herrera showed up at last week’s workshop with a message: Listening isn’t enough. “The frus...
Tarrant County College trustees approved about $24.3 million in contracts, renewals and purchases during their June 18 board meeting. The largest expense was a $9.3 million amendment for site utility relocation and long-lead materials for a new science building at the Northeast c...
Editor’s note: Made in Tarrant is an occasional Q&A series on small businesses started in Tarrant County. Submit your business here. Jacobia Solomon is helping people celebrate responsibly. A former 20-year corporate executive, Solomon launched her Mansfield-based SipSide Mocktai...
A Burleson aviation support services company is flying high after winning about $166 million in defense contracts. Air Center Helicopters Inc., a small business based in downtown Burleson, won two contracts — each worth about $83 million — on June 2 and June 3. The U.S. Navy’s Mi...
Rex Benson wanted something as big as Texas to draw attention to his sports bar, Rex’s Bar & Grill, during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. “I told my team I basically wanted a soccer ball so large that NASA could see it from space,” he said. “I’m not quite sure I understood just how lar...
League Commercial has been selected by Texas Wesleyan University to lead leasing efforts for multiple retail spaces along East Rosedale Street, helping bring more activity to a key corridor adjacent to the university. The more than 6,000 square feet of retail space includes prope...
Hot Diggity Dog: Man Bites Dog — 250 times – yet AGAIN! Joey Chestnut returns to the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Competition at Coney Island this year, and a Fort Worth July 4 tradition continues, only with 10 bonus “dogs” to honor America’s 250th. Curly’s Frozen Custard will ...
Show personal to director For the second time in less than a year, Schele Williams is directing a show that will be onstage at Bass Hall. And while all directors become attached to their shows, this one affects Williams even more so. "This show is so special to my heart. My mom h...
Free banner program returns to honor local veterans for the third year and launches this year’s virtual Wall of Honor Fort Worth, Texas — Along Camp Bowie Blvd., history has a way of lingering in plain sight. It lives in the century-old storefronts, the red Thurber bricks, and in...
Leeco® Steel, the largest supplier of steel plate in North America, announcesthe promotion of Jeremy Rhoads to Regional Operations Manager – Texas and the transition of Bill Messto Regional Operations Manager – North & Central U.S., effective June 1, 2026. Bill Mess, who previous...
The Dallas Mavericks are hiring Michigan head coach Dusty May to the same role, according to the Associated Press, Dallas Morning News and ESPN. The Mavericks hired their new head coach just a day before the NBA Draft, when several Michigan players are expected to be among those ...
Excitement is building across downtown Dallas as Lionel Messi and Argentina prepare to play Austria on Monday in a group-stage match at Dallas Stadium. The defending World Cup champions are expected to draw massive crowds to North Texas, with an estimated 100,000 Argentina fans e...
The biggest sports tournament in the world is coming to the United States. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be bigger than the Super Bowl, watched by billions of people from around the world. This time, it’s coming right to our doorstep. Nine matches are set to be played at Dall...
Thinking about modifying your physical appearance is a major step that requires careful thought and planning. Many individuals look into different options to boost their self-esteem or address particular physical traits. Understanding the process can help you make a smart decisio...
The modern adult desk has changed. Somewhere between the laptop, the coffee mug, and the plant that is technically still alive, there is often a tiny superhero, a cartoon character, or a plastic reminder of a show someone has watched more times than they would admit in public. Ex...
The Dallas Mavericks now have new leadership in place; next up is the NBA Draft. NBA insiders have conducted mock drafts where the Mavs select either Houston guard Kingston Flemings or Arizona guard Brayden Burries, both of whom reached the Sweet 16 in their lone season in colleg...
Zoox, an autonomous vehicle company, is coming to North Texas. The company contacted state regulators to let them know that autonomous testing of their fleet, with a safety operator, will commence this month. The fleet is only twelve vehicles. Zoox says they've also worked with c...
The Dallas Cowboys return to Oxnard, CA, for training camp next month (July 28). They'll spend two weeks there before joining the Los Angeles Rams for joint practice on August 11; the New Orleans Saints will join the Cowboys in Oxnard for another joint practice the following week...
Nearly 100,000 people came to Arlington on Monday chasing the possibility of a historic moment. They came to the World Cup group-stage match donning sky blue and white-striped jerseys, with flags draped over their shoulders and Lionel Messi’s name stretched across their backs. Th...
A few days before Messi Monday, a North Texas family learned their World Cup tickets, purchased on a third-party platform, couldn’t be delivered. They asked NBC 5 for help. ‘COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS’ Wearing Argentina’s away jersey, 15-year-old Cade Tolin headed to Dallas Stadium t...
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Lionel Messi set a World Cup record with his 17th and 18th goals, and defending champion Argentina advanced to the knockout stage with a 2-0 victory over Austria on Monday. Messi had a golden opportunity to break the record in the ninth minute, but went wi...
Clad in wide-brimmed hats and neon vests, faith leaders and volunteers gathered Saturday morning at People’s Burial Park. Many lathered on sunscreen to protect against the sweltering June sun. Others compared cemetery maps and crowded under what shade was provided by tents and ne...
The economic development and innovation group in charge of creating industry partnerships with Texas A&M-Fort Worth has a new leader. Cameron Cushman, former assistant vice president of innovation ecosystems at UNT Health Fort Worth, replaced Darryl Heath as executive director of...
As World Cup excitement continues to build in North Texas, fans are lining up for everything from free collectible bracelets to official FIFA merchandise. At FIFA Fan Festival in Dallas, one of the most popular attractions isn't a match or a display — it's a bracelet giveaway tha...
Yes. Barbecue restaurant owners are reporting that high beef prices are making it difficult for them to turn a profit on the classic menu item. Some restaurants have closed altogether. Russell Roegels, who owns a barbecue joint in Houston, told The Washington Post that the cost o...
Without the drag queens, community vendors and rainbow displays typical of Arlington Pride each June, city officials and LGBTQ+ leaders expressed a mixture of uncertainty and cautious optimism for their evolving relationship. The annual festival usually marks Tarrant County’s lar...
While the world’s best players compete for soccer’s biggest prize, one young North Texan already knows what it’s like to win the biggest battle of all. Keegan Mayes, a soccer athlete and cancer survivor, is in remission after being diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma last fall. Throu...
Challenge of Tarrant County has launched an effort encouraging World Cup fans to Play It Safe as enthusiasts from the area and around the world come together in North Texas to cheer on their teams. The nonprofit, which is dedicated to preventing substance misuse, has a two-pronge...
With Tarrant County’s largest Pride celebration canceled this year, Dr. Jeckyll’s Beer Lab co-workers wanted to host an event at their Pantego bar. Owner John Valentine was quick to give “Jecky Pride” his approval. Just 10 minutes away, Truth Vinyl owner and general manager Eliza...
A high-profile legal team announced Monday that it will represent Karmelo Anthony as he appeals his murder conviction and 35-year prison sentence in the death of Frisco teenager Austin Metcalf. The announcement comes less than two weeks after Anthony filed a pauper's oath request...
Yes. Barbecue restaurant owners are reporting that high beef prices are making it difficult for them to turn a profit on the classic menu item. Some restaurants have closed altogether. Russell Roegels, who owns a barbecue joint in Houston, told The Washington Post that the cost o...
Franz Architects is excited to share the completion of the new headquarters for Horizon Plumbing in Arlington, Texas. This new facility features 11,808 square feet of office space and 6,432 square feet of storage/warehouse space, creating a 22,548-square-foot headquarters designe...
Nominations close June 30, 2026 The Business Press will present the inaugural Business Titan Awards, a celebration of leadership, achievement, and community impact in Fort Worth. The event will recognize men whose influence extends far beyond the workplace. These are leaders who ...
Quorum Architects, a commercial architecture and interior design firm, is pleased to welcome Shrutika Khamitkar as an Architectural Intern. Khamitkar will assist the firm’s dynamic Retail Design team, delivering projects for nationwide retailers....
Bradford Commercial Real Estate Services has reeled in two more renewals for a newly renovated three-property portfolio in the Lower Great Southwest Industrial District. New leases and renewals now total 66,008 sf at the renovated industrial properties, Aero Business Center, Lone...
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Franz Architects is excited to share the completion of the new headquarters for Horizon Plumbing in Arlington, Texas. This new facility features 11,808 square feet of office space and 6,432 square feet of storage/warehouse space, creating a 22,548-square-foot headquarters designed to support the com
Nominations close June 30, 2026 The Business Press will present the inaugural Business Titan Awards, a celebration of leadership, achievement, and community impact in Fort Worth. The event will recognize men whose influence extends far beyond the workplace. These are leaders who understand that true
Quorum Architects, a commercial architecture and interior design firm, is pleased to welcome Shrutika Khamitkar as an Architectural Intern. Khamitkar will assist the firm’s dynamic Retail Design team, delivering projects for nationwide retailers.
Bradford Commercial Real Estate Services has reeled in two more renewals for a newly renovated three-property portfolio in the Lower Great Southwest Industrial District. New leases and renewals now total 66,008 sf at the renovated industrial properties, Aero Business Center, Lonestar Business Park a
With Tarrant County’s largest Pride celebration canceled this year, Dr. Jeckyll’s Beer Lab co-workers wanted to host an event at their Pantego bar. Owner John Valentine was quick to give “Jecky Pride” his approval. Just 10 minutes away, Truth Vinyl owner and general manager Elizabeth “Pearl” LeBlanc
Challenge of Tarrant County has launched an effort encouraging World Cup fans to Play It Safe as enthusiasts from the area and around the world come together in North Texas to cheer on their teams. The nonprofit, which is dedicated to preventing substance misuse, has a two-pronged approach to preven
Yes. Barbecue restaurant owners are reporting that high beef prices are making it difficult for them to turn a profit on the classic menu item. Some restaurants have closed altogether. Russell Roegels, who owns a barbecue joint in Houston, told The Washington Post that the cost of brisket for his re
Without the drag queens, community vendors and rainbow displays typical of Arlington Pride each June, city officials and LGBTQ+ leaders expressed a mixture of uncertainty and cautious optimism for their evolving relationship. The annual festival usually marks Tarrant County’s largest, most public ce
The economic development and innovation group in charge of creating industry partnerships with Texas A&M-Fort Worth has a new leader. Cameron Cushman, former assistant vice president of innovation ecosystems at UNT Health Fort Worth, replaced Darryl Heath as executive director of the Fort Worth-Tarr
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Lionel Messi set a World Cup record with his 17th and 18th goals, and defending champion Argentina advanced to the knockout stage with a 2-0 victory over Austria on Monday. Messi had a golden opportunity to break the record in the ninth minute, but went wide to the right on a
Clad in wide-brimmed hats and neon vests, faith leaders and volunteers gathered Saturday morning at People’s Burial Park. Many lathered on sunscreen to protect against the sweltering June sun. Others compared cemetery maps and crowded under what shade was provided by tents and nearby trees. All shar
Nearly 100,000 people came to Arlington on Monday chasing the possibility of a historic moment. They came to the World Cup group-stage match donning sky blue and white-striped jerseys, with flags draped over their shoulders and Lionel Messi’s name stretched across their backs. They came to see Argen
A high-profile legal team announced Monday that it will represent Karmelo Anthony as he appeals his murder conviction and 35-year prison sentence in the death of Frisco teenager Austin Metcalf. The announcement comes less than two weeks after Anthony filed a pauper's oath requesting court-appointed
The modern adult desk has changed. Somewhere between the laptop, the coffee mug, and the plant that is technically still alive, there is often a tiny superhero, a cartoon character, or a plastic reminder of a show someone has watched more times than they would admit in public. Except now, they proba
While the world’s best players compete for soccer’s biggest prize, one young North Texan already knows what it’s like to win the biggest battle of all. Keegan Mayes, a soccer athlete and cancer survivor, is in remission after being diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma last fall. Through chemotherapy and
As World Cup excitement continues to build in North Texas, fans are lining up for everything from free collectible bracelets to official FIFA merchandise. At FIFA Fan Festival in Dallas, one of the most popular attractions isn't a match or a display — it's a bracelet giveaway that has drawn long lin
Thinking about modifying your physical appearance is a major step that requires careful thought and planning. Many individuals look into different options to boost their self-esteem or address particular physical traits. Understanding the process can help you make a smart decision. Modern medical ad
The biggest sports tournament in the world is coming to the United States. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be bigger than the Super Bowl, watched by billions of people from around the world. This time, it’s coming right to our doorstep. Nine matches are set to be played at Dallas Stadium, better k
A few days before Messi Monday, a North Texas family learned their World Cup tickets, purchased on a third-party platform, couldn’t be delivered. They asked NBC 5 for help. ‘COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS’ Wearing Argentina’s away jersey, 15-year-old Cade Tolin headed to Dallas Stadium to see his favorite p
The Dallas Cowboys return to Oxnard, CA, for training camp next month (July 28). They'll spend two weeks there before joining the Los Angeles Rams for joint practice on August 11; the New Orleans Saints will join the Cowboys in Oxnard for another joint practice the following week (Aug. 18). The Cowb
Zoox, an autonomous vehicle company, is coming to North Texas. The company contacted state regulators to let them know that autonomous testing of their fleet, with a safety operator, will commence this month. The fleet is only twelve vehicles. Zoox says they've also worked with city officials on fir
The Dallas Mavericks now have new leadership in place; next up is the NBA Draft. NBA insiders have conducted mock drafts where the Mavs select either Houston guard Kingston Flemings or Arizona guard Brayden Burries, both of whom reached the Sweet 16 in their lone season in college basketball. There'
The Dallas Mavericks are hiring Michigan head coach Dusty May to the same role, according to the Associated Press, Dallas Morning News and ESPN. The Mavericks hired their new head coach just a day before the NBA Draft, when several Michigan players are expected to be among those selected. Dusty May
Show personal to director For the second time in less than a year, Schele Williams is directing a show that will be onstage at Bass Hall. And while all directors become attached to their shows, this one affects Williams even more so. "This show is so special to my heart. My mom has Alzheimer's," Wil
Free banner program returns to honor local veterans for the third year and launches this year’s virtual Wall of Honor Fort Worth, Texas — Along Camp Bowie Blvd., history has a way of lingering in plain sight. It lives in the century-old storefronts, the red Thurber bricks, and in the very name of th
Leeco® Steel, the largest supplier of steel plate in North America, announcesthe promotion of Jeremy Rhoads to Regional Operations Manager – Texas and the transition of Bill Messto Regional Operations Manager – North & Central U.S., effective June 1, 2026. Bill Mess, who previously served as Regiona
Hot Diggity Dog: Man Bites Dog — 250 times – yet AGAIN! Joey Chestnut returns to the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Competition at Coney Island this year, and a Fort Worth July 4 tradition continues, only with 10 bonus “dogs” to honor America’s 250th. Curly’s Frozen Custard will serve 250 free Natha
A Burleson aviation support services company is flying high after winning about $166 million in defense contracts. Air Center Helicopters Inc., a small business based in downtown Burleson, won two contracts — each worth about $83 million — on June 2 and June 3. The U.S. Navy’s Military Sealift Comma
Rex Benson wanted something as big as Texas to draw attention to his sports bar, Rex’s Bar & Grill, during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. “I told my team I basically wanted a soccer ball so large that NASA could see it from space,” he said. “I’m not quite sure I understood just how large a 25-foot soccer
League Commercial has been selected by Texas Wesleyan University to lead leasing efforts for multiple retail spaces along East Rosedale Street, helping bring more activity to a key corridor adjacent to the university. The more than 6,000 square feet of retail space includes properties at 3014 and 30
Editor’s note: Made in Tarrant is an occasional Q&A series on small businesses started in Tarrant County. Submit your business here. Jacobia Solomon is helping people celebrate responsibly. A former 20-year corporate executive, Solomon launched her Mansfield-based SipSide Mocktails company in March.
Tarrant County College trustees approved about $24.3 million in contracts, renewals and purchases during their June 18 board meeting. The largest expense was a $9.3 million amendment for site utility relocation and long-lead materials for a new science building at the Northeast campus and backfill r
Parent Marisol Herrera has sat through her share of listening sessions in Fort Worth ISD. When the district’s Texas-appointed board of managers announced a new round of community meetings, Herrera showed up at last week’s workshop with a message: Listening isn’t enough. “The frustrating part is that
Texas Sky Ranger captured video of Team Argentina's bus heading to Dallas Stadium on Monday morning ahead of the match against Austria. Excitement is building across downtown Dallas as Lionel Messi and Argentina prepare to play Austria on Monday in a group-stage match at Dallas Stadium. The defendin
By Hiya Bhatte I am originally from Prosper, around an hour northeast, but have been calling Fort Worth home for nearly four years now. Moving here was never part of the plan until I made the decision to do my undergrad at TCU. When I first moved to town, settled into my on-campus dorm and saw the T
Terri Flow was working in Washington, D.C., five years ago when she relocated to Fort Worth to be close to family again. Having spent years volunteering for causes supporting the military, she checked into that possibility when she moved back to North Texas. Her contacts presented 14 choices, Flow s
Mayor Mattie Parker and her husband, David Parker, denied allegations Friday that he lobbies for a data center coalition, pushing back on claims that his position at a consulting firm poses a conflict of interest for the mayor as Fort Worth grapples with how to regulate data center development. A re
Fort Worth City Council members have raised about $7.5 million combined for their campaigns since 2021, drawing donations from thousands of individuals, businesses, law firms, unions and political groups for election and reelection efforts. About $2.1 million, or 28%, came from 16 donors. The Fort W
To learn more about how the transcript that informed this report was created, visit Cambridge Artificial Intelligencer. The Keller ISD finance department presented an optimistic 2026-27 budget to school trustees at their June 11 meeting: a spending plan that would close a looming $12 million shortfa
The Fort Worth Transportation & Public Works Department hosted a June 3 meeting on Webex to discuss the 60% design phase for Cunningham Road, a short stretch of roadway located in District 5 off Crowley Road. Improvements related to this project will run from the intersection of Crowley and Cunningh
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