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France takes on Spain in World Cup Semifinal at Dallas Stadium on Bastille Day

The 2026 FIFA World Cup returns to Dallas Stadium for one final match: France-Spain. It's a rematch of the 2024 Euros Semifinal. Spain beat France 2-1; teenage superstar Lamine Yamal scored, and Spain went on to win the tournament against England. Their 2026 World Cup path could ...

NBC DFWJul 11, 2026

Bueckers drops 34, Wings return to AAC amid best start to a season in a decade

Chicago Sky (7-15, 1-7 Eastern Conference) at Dallas Wings (15-8, 6-6 Western Conference); Sunday, 6 p.m. CST. BOTTOM LINE: Dallas Wings plays the Chicago Sky after Paige Bueckers scored 34 points in the Dallas Wings’ 108-95 win over the Toronto Tempo. The Wings are 6-3 in home g...

NBC DFWJul 11, 2026

Code Rangers program seeks volunteers to service neighborhood compliance needs

Fort Worth’s Code Rangers program, which trains members to identify suspected code violations and report them, needs new volunteers. The free program is run through the Fort Worth Code Compliance Department. The next training is Aug. 8, and community members who are interested ca...

Fort Worth ReportJul 11, 2026

‘Evil Dead Burn’ Review: Demons or bullies? French filmmaker Sébastien Vaniček punishes the audience with vicious, cruel, and anthropomorphic Deadites

French filmmaker Sébastien Vaniček (“Infested”) takes over the horror franchise created by Sam Raimi 45 years ago with “Evil Dead Burn,” the sixth installment in the Deadite film series. For the most part, it’s a standalone film, but its ties to 2023’s “Evil Dead Rise” make it a ...

Fort Worth ReportJul 10, 2026

Elizabeth Ann Phillips Engelhardt – Feb. 23, 1953 – July 7, 2026

Beth or Bee as she was often called, left this earth and passed through the gates of heaven after 73 years of living and loving family and so many friends. She was the oldest of 4 daughters born to Ann and Ed Phillips. She was always the protector of her younger sisters guiding t...

Fort Worth ReportJul 10, 2026

H-E-B reopens fire-damaged North Fort Worth store Saturday

The H-E-B grocery store in far North Fort Worth has reopened as of 8 a.m. Saturday morning after closing its doors for repairs after a fire broke out Thursday night. According to the Fort Worth Fire Department, firefighters were called to the store on Heritage Trace Parkway just ...

NBC DFWJul 10, 2026

Discarded fetus found along Lewisville Lake shoreline

A fetus was found deceased Friday morning, "intentionally discarded" in Lewisville's Lake Park, police say. Lewisville Police said they received a call at about 8 a.m. from a person who found the fetus along the Lewisville Lake shoreline, near Sandy Beach Road and Turtle Trail. A...

NBC DFWJul 10, 2026

Discarded human fetus found along Lewisville Lake shoreline

A human fetus was found deceased Friday morning, "intentionally discarded" in Lewisville's Lake Park, police say. Lewisville Police said they received a call at about 8 a.m. from a person who found the fetus along the Lewisville Lake shoreline, near Sandy Beach Road and Turtle Tr...

NBC DFWJul 10, 2026

3-alarm condo fire in Northeast Dallas displaces dozens

Dallas Fire Rescue said dozens of people were displaced at Campbridge Park Condominiums at 11490 Audelia Road in Northeast Dallas. DFR said they were called out around 1:00 Friday morning for a structure fire at the condos. They said they were met with fire coming from the roof o...

NBC DFWJul 10, 2026

3-alarm condo fire in Northeast Dallas displaces dozens of residents

A three-alarm fire at a Northeast Dallas condominium complex early Friday destroyed at least 24 units, displaced dozens of residents and prompted a large emergency response. Dallas Fire Rescue responded around 1 a.m. to a reported structure fire at the Cambridge Park Condominiums...

NBC DFWJul 10, 2026

McKinney homeowners push back against Oncor tree-trimming project

For homeowner Rob Wythe, preserving the historic character of downtown McKinney includes protecting the mature cedar and walnut trees that surround his home. “The charm is taking these homes and bringing them back to life, and that's what makes people come to downtown McKinney,” ...

NBC DFWJul 9, 2026

Dallas begins first furlough day as budget cuts take effect

Thousands of Dallas city employees are taking the first of three unpaid furlough days Friday as the city works to address a budget shortfall of more than $30 million. The furloughs apply to the general fund and nonuniform employees and are intended to reduce expenses while preser...

NBC DFWJul 9, 2026

Dallas libraries to close for city furlough days

The City of Dallas has announced it must close a $30M budget shortfall. City leaders said part of their solution is three furlough days. The furloughs will affect most non-uniform employees in the city. That's more than 4,000 city employees. The non-paid days off will be on July ...

NBC DFWJul 9, 2026

Longtime Plano ISD teacher arrested on continuous child sexual abuse charge

A longtime Plano ISD teacher is facing a child sexual abuse charge after being arrested Wednesday, according to Plano police. Paul Campbell, who taught at Brinker Elementary School for at least two decades, was booked into the Plano City Jail on a charge of continuous sexual abus...

NBC DFWJul 8, 2026

Penne Korth Peacock – November 3, 1942 – June 30, 2026

FORT WORTH – Ambassador Penne Percy Korth Peacock, a true Southern belle of grace, intellect, warmth, and sparkling humor, passed away on June 30, 2026. The beloved daughter of LtCol James Shelley Percy, USAF, and Ann "Annie Ruth" Green Percy, she was a devoted mother, cherished ...

Fort Worth ReportJul 8, 2026

Penne Korth Peacock – Nov. 3, 1942 – June 30, 2026

FORT WORTH – Ambassador Penne Percy Korth Peacock, a true Southern belle of grace, intellect, warmth, and sparkling humor, passed away on June 30, 2026. The beloved daughter of LtCol James Shelley Percy, USAF, and Ann "Annie Ruth" Green Percy, she was a devoted mother, cherished ...

Fort Worth ReportJul 8, 2026

Wicked Widow’s Bay

What if the mayor from Jaws was the hero and had to deal with a cursed island? That’s basically the premise of Widow’s Bay, a new Apple TV horror comedy, this one from Parks and Recreation writer Katie Dippold. And like much of Apple TV’s recent output, notably Severance and Plur...

Fort Worth WeeklyJul 8, 2026

Dallas police officer hit by vehicle during a traffic stop; NB US 67 closed

A Dallas police officer was hospitalized Wednesday afternoon after a vehicle struck the officer’s patrol vehicle during a traffic stop on Marvin D. Love Freeway. Dallas Police told NBC 5 the officer was stopped at about 3:52 p.m. along the 6200 block of U.S. Highway 67 for a traf...

NBC DFWJul 8, 2026

Dallas police officer hit by vehicle during a traffic stop; NB US 67 reopened

A Dallas police officer was hospitalized Wednesday afternoon after a vehicle struck the officer’s patrol vehicle during a traffic stop on Marvin D. Love Freeway. Dallas Police told NBC 5 the officer was stopped at about 3:52 p.m. in the 6200 block of northbound U.S. Highway 67 fo...

NBC DFWJul 8, 2026

Wrongful death suit alleges Atmos negligence led to Dallas apartment explosion

A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against Atmos Energy following the massive natural gas explosion and fire on May 28 that claimed three lives, including a mother and her toddler. The lawsuit was filed by personal injury attorney Ted Lyon on behalf of the victims' family, i...

NBC DFWJul 8, 2026

Film Shorts // July 8-14, 2026

OPENING Dhamaal 4 (NR) The fourth film in the Indian comedy series stars Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, and Jaaved Jaaferi as four friends who conduct a hapless search for a buried treasure. Also with Ravi Kishan, Sanjay Mishra, Upendra Limaye, Anjali Anand, Guru Ran...

Fort Worth WeeklyJul 8, 2026

Affidavit details alleged deadly intentional vehicle attack in Wylie

The Wylie Police Department is investigating what detectives say was an intentional vehicle attack that left a 20-year-old man critically injured; he died several days later. Police identified him as Maximiliano Maldonado. A newly released arrest affidavit provides new details ab...

NBC DFWJul 8, 2026

3 people sentenced in organized credit card skimming ring

The Dallas County District Attorney has announced 'lengthy sentences' for three people charged in connection with an organized credit card skimming ring they have been investigating for months. The DA's office said they targeted hundreds of unsuspecting shoppers across North Texa...

NBC DFWJul 8, 2026

3 people sentenced in North Texas organized credit card skimming ring

The Dallas County District Attorney has announced 'lengthy sentences' for three people charged in connection with an organized credit card skimming ring they have been investigating for months. The DA's office said they targeted hundreds of unsuspecting shoppers across North Texa...

NBC DFWJul 8, 2026

Texas Senate renews push to ban THC products statewide

The debate over THC products in Texas is returning to the Capitol, with conservative leaders in the Texas Senate signaling another attempt to ban the products statewide. During invited testimony on Tuesday morning, senators focused on mental health concerns and the impact THC-rel...

NBC DFWJul 7, 2026

Arlington Police: Man turned himself in after shooting in GM plant parking lot

Arlington police said they responded to the parking lot of the GM plant on Abram Street to investigate a reported shooting around 6:30 a.m. Tuesday morning. Police found a 24-year-old man with multiple apparent gunshot wounds; he was taken to a hospital with serious injuries. Pol...

NBC DFWJul 7, 2026

Man surrenders after shooting outside GM Arlington Assembly plant, police say

A man is hospitalized and another is in custody after a shooting outside the GM Arlington Assembly plant on Tuesday morning. Arlington Police said they were called to a shooting in the parking lot along Abram Street at about 6:30 a.m. Tuesday. Officers arrived to find a 24-year-o...

NBC DFWJul 7, 2026

2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 wraps up Tuesday with Messi and Salah

The 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to a close in less than two weeks. Tuesday is the end of the Round of 16. Argentina plays Egypt in Atlanta at 11 a.m. CST. Colombia plays Switzerland at 3 p.m. in Vancouver. The winners are headed to a Saturday night quarterfinal in Kansas City again...

NBC DFWJul 7, 2026

Tuesday marks 10 years since the Dallas ambush that killed 5 officers

Tuesday marks 10 years since five officers died in an ambush in downtown Dallas. On July 7, 2016, a sniper opened fire at a Black Lives Matter protest, killing four Dallas police officers and a Dallas Area Rapid Transit officer. Nine other officers and two civilians were also wou...

NBC DFWJul 7, 2026

Carrollton Police rolls out new paleta cart to connect with community

We are in the middle of the hot Texas dog days of summer. And one North Texas police department has figured out a new way to help people cool off. Carrollton police have expanded its fleet, not with a new patrol car but with a paleta cart. The department said it is adding the ice...

NBC DFWJul 7, 2026

Lawmakers seek answers after Richardson man's death in ICE custody

Members of Congress are demanding answers following the death of a Richardson man who died a day after being taken into U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody. The nonprofit AfghanEvac said Mohammad Nazeer Paktyawal came to the United States seeking asylum in 2021 after...

NBC DFWJul 6, 2026

Egypt accepts Dallas police's apology after incident ahead of game in Arlington

Dallas police said that officers met with members of Egypt's national soccer team after video of a confrontation between an officer and men associated with the team went viral. DPD said the meeting followed a Thursday confrontation at the Westin Dallas Downtown that started after...

NBC DFWJul 6, 2026

Dallas Wings play New York Liberty following two road wins

Dallas Wings (13-8, 6-6 Western Conference) at New York Liberty (13-8, 8-1 Eastern Conference); Tuesday, 7 p.m. CST BOTTOM LINE: New York Liberty takes on the Dallas Wings after Breanna Stewart scored 36 points in the New York Liberty’s 99-86 win over the Minnesota Lynx. The Libe...

NBC DFWJul 6, 2026

Off-duty firefighter saves three children after boat overturns on lake

An off-duty firefighter is being hailed a hero for saving the lives of three children after a boat overturned on a lake during the holiday weekend, according to Alvarado police. Police said a boat carrying nine people capsized Sunday, trapping three children beneath the vessel. T...

NBC DFWJul 5, 2026

At Fort Worth’s Fourth, my son celebrates America’s birthday before his own

Just days before his first birthday, my son celebrated the birth of the United States of America. Brooks Sgroi turns 1 on July 10. That made Fort Worth’s Fourth the last of his holiday firsts — the final square on the baby calendar before we start counting his age in years instea...

Fort Worth ReportJul 5, 2026

Bedford City Council endorses police equipment and technology upgrade

Editor’s note: Transcript provided by Cambridge Artificial Intelligencer. Bedford is moving to significantly upgrade its police equipment and technology. At a June 23 meeting, city council members unanimously authorized a 10-year, $5.3 million agreement with Axon Enterprise Inc. ...

Fort Worth ReportJul 4, 2026

Frisco woman sentenced to 25 years after conviction in infant hot car death

A North Texas woman has been found guilty of murder after investigators said she left her infant child in a hot car outside her workplace in Frisco. Frisco police said 27-year-old Vanessa Esquivel left her 15-month-old child inside a vehicle in August 2025. Investigators said the...

NBC DFWJul 4, 2026

Take a peek inside new Fort Worth African American Museum and Cultural Center

Seven years ago, a group of Fort Worth leaders came together with a vision of preserving local Black history with a new museum. What followed were several creative, financial and location hurdles delaying the project. Now, that shared dream has become a reality. The Fort Worth Af...

Fort Worth ReportJul 3, 2026

Fur Friday: Before the fireworks start, take a few steps to protect your pets

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. For many North Texans, the Fourth of July means backyard barbecues, fireworks, family gatherings and a long holiday weeken...

Fort Worth ReportJul 2, 2026

Grapevine firefighters help family recover after duplex fire destroys home

A Grapevine single father and his two young sons are beginning the difficult process of rebuilding after a duplex fire left their home unlivable. Jordan Ceman said he returned home from work last Tuesday, smelled smoke and then saw flames. Ceman said he tried to put out the fire ...

NBC DFWJul 2, 2026

Weekend Worthy: Here’s where to celebrate Fourth of July across Tarrant County

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 looking for fun ways to celebrate Fourth of July in Tarrant County? You’re i...

Fort Worth ReportJul 2, 2026

Out and About in Arlington: Get ready for a star-spangled weekend

TGIF! This year, the United States of America turns 250 years old. Meanwhile, it’s Arlington’s 150th anniversary. So why wouldn’t we go all out for Independence Day celebrations in 2026? If you are lucky enough to have Friday off, be sure to catch Arlington’s second World Cup kno...

Fort Worth ReportJul 2, 2026

After the Flood: Resilience along the Guadalupe River

Before dawn on July 4, 2025, catastrophic flooding swept through the Texas Hill Country when the Guadalupe River surged and rose about 30 feet in an hour, washing away bridges and roads and killing at least 137 people. Families celebrating the holiday weekend woke to rising water...

NBC DFWJul 2, 2026

Minions Go Hollywood

At last, they made a Minions movie just for me. Maybe not for you or for your kid, but for me and the other film-school graduates in the crowd. You may argue that the yellow beings (all voiced by Pierre Coffin) have been the real stars ever since their debut in Despicable Me. Now...

Fort Worth WeeklyJul 2, 2026