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2026 Midterm ElectionWhen is Early Voting? Early voting begins Monday, Oct. 19 and runs through Friday, Oct. 30. A list of voting locations is here for Collin County, Dallas County, Denton County, Tarrant CountyWhen is Election Day? Tuesday, Nov. 3, is Election Day and polling lo...
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Voters in the Keller Independent School District will decide whether to approve more than $828 million in school bonds during the November 2026 midterm election. The bond package includes five separate propositions that would fund improvements to school facilities, safety and sec...
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Voters in the Keller Independent School District will decide whether to approve more than $828 million in school bonds during the November 2026 midterm election. The bond package includes five separate propositions that would fund improvements to school facilities, safety and sec...
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A North Texas firefighter has been arrested on allegations of online solicitation of a minor and possession of child pornography, according to Rhome Fire Rescue. In a statement released Friday, the department said investigators with the Texas Department of Public Safety arrested ...
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David Alan Ray, 79, of Fort Worth, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, in Weatherford, Texas. David was born on Sept. 25, 1947, in Fort Worth, to David Paschal "Pat" Ray and Wilamina Virginia Scott Ray. A lifelong resident of Fort Worth, David graduated from Arlington Heights ...
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Mary June Campbell, 88, a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Oct. 12, 2026. Funeral: 9:30 a.m. Saturday in Greenwood Chapel. Interment: Greenwood Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, at Greenwood Funeral Home in M...
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Sally Virginia Rogers Rains, born Nov. 6, 1935, in Marlin, Texas, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Oct. 11, 2026. Visitation: 6 to 8 pm Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, in Memorial Suite B at Greenwood Funeral Home, 3344 White Settlement Rd., Fort Worth 76107. Funeral Service: 1...
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Vicki Helene Rosen Hamilton, 68 years old, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, in Fort Worth, after a long illness. Funeral Service: 2:30 pm Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, in Independence Chapel at Greenwood Mausoleum, 3210 White Settlement Rd., Fort Worth 76107. Memorials: In lieu ...
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On Oct. 7, 2026, at the age of 100 years Floris Dean Thompson returned home to Jesus. Her remarkable life was filled with family, adventures, and countless moments that will be treasured by the generations who loved her. Funeral Service: 12 pm Friday Oct. 23, 2026, in Independenc...
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Catherine Rosanne Rogers went on to her Heavenly home on Oct. 9, 2026, at the age of 93. Rosanne was born in Luling, Texas, on April 25,1933, to Clarence Fitshugh and Rosabel Teague Unruh. On Sept. 18, 1948, she married Riley Wayne Rogers, the love of her life. Together, they bui...
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As the race between Republican Cheryl Bean and Democrat Katie O’Brien Duzan to secure Texas House District 94 heats up, the two candidates have raised and spent hundreds of thousands of dollars. Early voting for the November elections is Oct. 19-30. Election Day is Nov. 3. To che...
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Last year, a new health center opened in Fort Worth’s historically underserved Las Vegas Trail neighborhood. The 40,000-square-foot building provides pediatric and adult medical care to the neighborhood, along with workforce training and a food pantry, all under one roof. In one ...
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TGIF! Was one of your New Year’s resolutions to get into running? If you’re like me and you haven’t started yet, this Saturday’s running music festival may be the jump start you need. Night Nation Run brings the booming music, bubbles, bright neon and black lights to your 5K run....
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Prepare to see more Golden Arches across North Texas. McDonald’s Corp. is planning to build dozens of new restaurants in the region as part of the fast food chain’s new $8.5 billion Next initiative to attract and retain customers as the company struggles with declining market sha...
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The race for the Texas House 99 seat features the 12-time Republican Rep. Charlie Geren and Democrat Michelle Winder, a 31-year railroad employee and former member of the U.S. Army National Guard. The district covers much of Fort Worth. Early voting is Oct. 19-30 and Election Day...
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Theresa Joanne Talmadge Laseter passed away peacefully in the early morning on Oct. 5, 2026 at home. Graveside Service: 11:00 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16, 2026 at Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Grand Avene, Fort Worth. Theresa Joanne Laseter was born March 14, 1959 in Marshall Texas, t he daught...
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The Tarrant County District Attorney position is one of several county positions up on the ballot this November – and it’s seeing the same opponents as the 2022 midterm elections. Incumbent Republican Phil Sorrells is seeking reelection while longtime attorney and prosecutor Tiff...
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A Tarrant County jury found a contracting company responsible for several construction defects in a North Texas family’s home that ultimately forced them to evacuate, according to a court filing Tuesday. The lawsuit, filed by Ronny and Mandy McCoy in June 2025, alleged “knowing a...
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Patricia Benitez found that little leadership development exists for those working in the mental health administrative space. Even graduate-level courses at universities often lack that type of focus. That’s one of the reasons the licensed clinical social worker at Fort Worth ISD...
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I don’t know how he does it. To win over undecideds of the Democratic, Independent, and Republican persuasion for the U.S. Senate against Republican State AG Ken Paxton, State Rep. James Talarico held a town hall in Fort Worth last night co-hosted by CNN and the Jubilee Media dig...
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100% of Proceeds Benefit 26 Local Nonprofits through The Greatest Gift Catalog Ever FORT WORTH, Texas (Oct. 15, 2026) — Tickets for Fort Worth’s beloved holiday tradition “Photos with Santa at The Shops at Clearfork” go on sale Monday, Oct. 19. The festive experience runs on sele...
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New Location Expands Access to High-Quality Early Education and Child Care for Local Families MANSFIELD, Texas — Lightbridge Academy, renowned as The Solution for Working Families® and a leader in educational child care with over 200 centers either open or in development, is thri...
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Obateru Jackson Olaitan Ebifemi was born on May 19, 1954, in Nigeria, and passed away on Oct. 4, 2026, at the age of 72. He will be remembered with deep respect and enduring gratitude for a life that reflected steady purpose, quiet strength, and a sincere regard for those around ...
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Staff Sergeant (retired) Larry A. Mitchell passed away on Aug. 19, 2026. Larry was born in Minden, Louisiana on June 30, 1947 to Shirley and Leroy Mitchell. Larry joined the Airforce on June 5, 1967. He was honorably released from active duty on June 4, 1971. He served as an Arma...
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Joyce Lee Stroud, a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, passed away on Oct. 11, 2026, in Fort Worth. Born on Nov. 26, 1933, in Lindale, Texas, Joyce was the daughter of Lillie Mae Munn and Willie Claude Graham. J...
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Increased costs for energy and produce are driving up the consumer price index in North Texas, according to data released Wednesday from the Bureau of Labor Statistics southwest regional office. The consumer price index for energy rose by 17.4%, compared to 20.4% nationally over ...
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Dallas County poll workers are training for the Nov. 3 general election. Around 60 full-time employees are training about 4,000 people for a major election. "We're going to bring in, train every clerk, every judge," Nicholas Solorzano, a Dallas County Election Department employee...
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2026 Midterm ElectionWhen is Early Voting? Early voting begins Monday, Oct. 19 and runs through Friday, Oct. 30. A list of voting locations is here for Collin County, Dallas County, Denton County, Tarrant CountyWhen is Election Day? Tuesday, Nov. 3, is Election Day and polling lo...
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An Azle High School graduate who went on to play college football in Oklahoma has died after suffering a devastating head injury during a game in Arkansas. Tyler Ulrich, 21, was a sophomore and football player at Southern Nazarene University. His death was announced by the univer...
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2026 Midterm ElectionWhen is Early Voting? Early voting begins Monday, Oct. 19 and runs through Friday, Oct. 30. A list of voting locations is here for Collin County, Dallas County, Denton County, Tarrant CountyWhen is Election Day? Tuesday, Nov. 3, is Election Day and polling lo...
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2026 Midterm ElectionWhen is Early Voting? Early voting begins Monday, Oct. 19 and runs through Friday, Oct. 30. A list of voting locations is here for Collin County, Dallas County, Denton County, Tarrant CountyWhen is Election Day? Tuesday, Nov. 3, is Election Day and polling lo...
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The Regional Transportation Council is getting rebranded. The 45-member transportation policy group, which recently settled a lawsuit with the North Central Texas Council of Governments over its legal and financial duties, gave initial approval to a slight name change at an Oct. ...
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2026 Midterm ElectionWhen is Early Voting? Early voting begins Monday, Oct. 19 and runs through Friday, Oct. 30. A list of voting locations is here for Collin County, Dallas County, Denton County, Tarrant CountyWhen is Election Day? Tuesday, Nov. 3, is Election Day and polling lo...
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2026 Midterm ElectionWhen is Early Voting? Early voting begins Monday, Oct. 19 and runs through Friday, Oct. 30. A list of voting locations is here for Collin County, Dallas County, Denton County, Tarrant CountyWhen is Election Day? Tuesday, Nov. 3, is Election Day and polling lo...
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2026 Midterm ElectionWhen is Early Voting? Early voting begins Monday, Oct. 19 and runs through Friday, Oct. 30. A list of voting locations is here for Collin County, Dallas County, Denton County, Tarrant CountyWhen is Election Day? Tuesday, Nov. 3, is Election Day and polling lo...
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Thomas P. Hutchison, a devoted husband, father, Papaw and friend traded his old earthly home for a brand-new mansion in Heaven on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026. For more than 45 years, Thomas worked as a dedicated machine operator at Swift then Bunge. He worked for many years at the For...
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Richard Roach, age 98, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026. Funeral Service: 12 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, in Mount Olivet Chapel. Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation: One hour prior to the service. Richard was born on Feb. 22, 1928, in Manch...
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North Richland Hills – Susan M. Maples, 76, passed away Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026. Visitation: 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at Greenwood Mount Olivet Funeral Home, 2301 N. Sylvania Avenue, Fort Worth 76111. Graveside: Private Family Service. Susan, affectionately know...
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Liduvina Torres Cerda, 70, beloved mother to five children, called home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 8th, 2026. Leaving a legacy of sixteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Born in Penjamillo, Michoacán Mexico to Liduvina Hernandez and Luis Torres. Liduvi...
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Joseph Samuel McCoy Jr., age 79, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, in Arlington. He was born on Tuesday, April 22, 1947 in Columbus, Ohio, to Joseph Samuel McCoy Sr. and Marciel Beeman. Joseph was a resident of Arlington. Joe was raised in Arlington, and graduated from Sam ...
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Fort Worth is moving toward allowing medical cannabis retail pickup locations in commercial districts instead of potentially zoning them into its industrial areas. Plants that cultivate, extract, test, package, process and distribute such products would be allowed in medium and h...
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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’ve always enjoyed a good horror book. The collection I’ve built since I was a teen...
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2026 Midterm ElectionWhen is Early Voting? Early voting begins Monday, Oct. 19 and runs through Friday, Oct. 30. A list of voting locations is here for Collin County, Dallas County, Denton County, Tarrant CountyWhen is Election Day? Tuesday, Nov. 3, is Election Day and polling lo...
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FORT WORTH, Texas — First Command Financial Services, Inc. has been named a winner of the 2026 Patriots in Business Award. It is the second time the company has received the honor, following its 2024 award. Presented annually by Chief Executive magazine and Thayer Leadership at W...
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Fort Worth spent the summer talking about electricity. Demand on the state grid set a new record in July. In August, the governor ordered a pause on approvals for new data centers seeking to plug into it, and the City Council started the clock on a data center moratorium of its o...
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A family grieving after a loved one’s tragic death may also face an array of legal concerns, and by understanding these questions, a Texan family can make informed choices during a tumultuous time. A wrongful death attorney in McAllen, TX, can explain how state statutes governing...
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Texas Wesleyan University, the Fort Worth Report, and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce that Laura and Greg Bird have been chosen as the 2026 Fort Worth Business Executives of the Year by the Fort Worth Business Hall of Fame selection committee.Greg Bird ...
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Do you like what I’m doing this season with the headlines? I’m really zooming into ingredients, as I’ve found myself spotting lots of patterns and connected narratives among autumn specials. I’m not saying I’m the Taylor Swift of local restaurant columnists, but I’m also not not ...
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Former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger, who was convicted of murdering Botham Jean after mistakenly entering his Dallas apartment in 2018, was released from prison on parole Friday, Oct. 16, according to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Guyger, who was sentenced to 10...
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Get ready to be mesmerized by the artistry and traditions of the 5th Annual Catrina Fest in Sundance Square. NBC 5, Telemundo 39, and Sundance Square invite you to bring your friends and family to Sundance Square in Fort Worth on Saturday, Oct. 17, for this FREE and fun event fro...
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2026 Midterm ElectionWhen is Early Voting? Early voting begins Monday, Oct. 19 and runs through Friday, Oct. 30.When is Election Day? Tuesday, Nov. 3, is Election Day and polling locations will be open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. You can vote if you're in line by 7 p.m. on Election ...
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STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Leaders from higher education and industry gathered for the 2026 State of Higher Education Forum, hosted by The Business Press at The Fort Worth Club. Tarleton State University President Dr. James Hurley joined the panel discussion, which centered on “The Im...
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Fort Worth has received the Community Impact Through Arts Advocacy Legacy Award, honoring a community that takes transformational steps to support the arts. The Texas Arts Advocacy Awards are presented every two years during interim legislative sessions. They honor the people and...
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October 2026 – LanCarte Commercial has completed the lease of approximately 3,300 square feet with patio space at 1101 W. Magnolia Avenue in Fort Worth's Near Southside, formerly home to The Magnolia Wine Bar. Sarah LanCarte and Brittany Doyle of LanCarte Commercial represented t...
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North Richland Hills residents will vote on four bond propositions that could allocate more funds toward fire stations, roads, city services facilities and library improvements. Mary Peters, the city’s communications director, told KERA the city would phase the projects in over a...
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Harry James Jenkins II Oct. 27, 1948 – Oct. 9, 2026 As is likely the case for all people, Harry’s life is a blend of truth and folklore, both of which he composed about himself. Some details are anchored in truth from evidence, while others are compiled from living history of tho...
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The race for Texas’ Congressional District 12 features first-term Republican incumbent Craig Goldman and Democrat Angela “Heli” Rodriguez Prilliman. The winner will represent much of Fort Worth in the U.S. House. Early voting starts Oct. 19, and Election Day is Nov. 3. A former T...
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Joe Martinez, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and great-grandfather, was born on May 14, 1955, in Fort Worth, to Johnnie P. Martinez and Frances Martinez. Joe peacefully passed away on Oct. 13, 2026, in Fort Worth, at the age of 71. Joe was a loving and devoted family man...
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The warm afternoon sun beamed on the Trinity River as around 200 Tarrant County residents gathered at the Streams & Valleys Plaza in west Fort Worth. Adults and kids mingled as they waited in line for a matcha latte from a local coffee truck, danced to will.i.am and Britney Spear...
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With days to go before early voting, County Judge Tim O’Hare vowed to keep Tarrant County the safest large county — not just in Texas but America. The county’s current economic success relies on four main values, O’Hare said: keeping taxes low and practicing “common sense spendin...
