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Parents suing Fort Worth private school after their 16-year-old son suffered a spinal cord injury from bullying
According to the suit, the student suffered a severe concussion along with the spinal cord injury, and was temporarily paralyzed.
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Keeping World Cup fans safe: police, drones, cameras, transportation and lots of water
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,...
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UNT Health Fort Worth continues work as ‘crown jewel’ of patient safety education
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...
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IDEA’s first Tarrant graduates announce college plans after years of sacrifice, setbacks
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 ...
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International retailer Primark coming to The Parks Mall at Arlington
This is the sixth store for the clothing retailer in Texas after openings in other cities like Grapevine, Hurst and El Paso.
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Clifford Davis principal wants Fort Worth to see students as more than scores
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...
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Highland Park mansion sells for $21M in largest DFW home sale of year
The multimillion-dollar deal for the 11,433-square-foot home at 4815 Saint Johns Dr. closed on May 1.
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Drainage channel issues force development plan revision for Arlington apartments
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...
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As Stanford and Amazon await, Fort Worth high school grad defines success by helping others
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...
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She learned how to fix cars in her dad’s garage. Now she’s tuning up a career plan
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 ...
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Dallas Wings cruise past Seattle Storm for third straight win
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 ...
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Dr. Jay Bhaumik On How He Sees AI Transforming Pharmacy Operations
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...
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Riding Local: Get on Board for World Cup
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...
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North Texas on track to reach 9 million people next year
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...
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Artist sues for $25 million over destruction of Dallas whale mural
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...
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FIFA opens International Broadcast Center in Dallas
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 ...
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Oak Cliff residents say life is still disrupted after deadly explosion
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...
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Firefighter with terminal cancer searches for kidney donor for wife
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 ...
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Dallas Mavs choose Valley View site for new arena, entertainment district
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...
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Lockheed Martin Fort Worth facility secures over $1B in military contracts
Fort Worth is cementing its status as a global defense powerhouse with a new $1B+ military contract to build next-generation aviation tech.
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Best Cities to Start a Food Trailer Business
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, ...
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Secretary of Homeland Security honors ICE officers from 2025 Dallas facility shooting
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...
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Orthodontics leader and Colleyville resident receives the prestigious Brophy Award
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 Texa...
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LanCarte Commercial Completes Full-Building Industrial Lease for Data Center Tenant in Fort Worth
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...
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Early voting for Arlington City Council runoff begins. Here’s what to know
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...
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Serena Williams is returning to competitive tennis after nearly four-years
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...
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Balcom Agency Named Agency of Record for The Desi Creamery
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...
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Man hit, killed after exiting his vehicle to assess damage from minor crash, Fort Worth police say
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.
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Southlake officers stop forgery in progress
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...
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Mexico seeks World Cup redemption with 2026 roster
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...
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Lionel Messi is in Argentina's World Cup squad as coach calms injury fears
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...
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Dallas Wings open Commissioner's Cup play hosting Seattle tonight
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. ...
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Dallas Cowboys begin OTAs, mandatory minicamp starts in 2 weeks
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...
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FC Dallas defender added to Swedish Men's National Team World Cup roster
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...
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Fort Worth's Sundance Square transforms into soccer fan destination
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.
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Tarrant taxidermist’s interest in the work comes from love and respect for animals
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...
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Fort Worth man sentenced to nearly 30 years in prison for trafficking methamphetamine
The 40-year-old man pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine. He will be sent to federal prison.
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Federal transportation board pauses proposed rail merger
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...
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Bob on Business: Barnes & Noble in Fort Worth, the sequel
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...
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Nigiri, sake and a seat on the Near Southside at a new counter-style sushi restaurant
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...
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Lockheed Martin awarded $1B in military contracts as Iran war leads to buildup
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 ...
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Heart-lung bypass survivors reunite with caregivers in gratitude, celebration
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...
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'Dutton Ranch' crews had to contend with '3,400' rattlesnakes, according to Cole Hauser
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....
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Made in Tarrant: Arlington Western hat maker Twinstone sheds lower-priced lines, goes luxury
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...
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1 dead after wrong-way crash along Highway 121 in Fort Worth
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...
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Officials identify 17-year-old fatally shot in Fort Worth road rage incident
An altercation at a stoplight led to a shooting on Seminary Drive Saturday, Fort Worth police said.
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Volunteers cultivate calm, confidence for Key School students in garden
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...
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More than 70 races on the Tarrant County ballot in November. Here are the nominees
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...
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Business owners step up to help Dallas apartment building explosion victims as donations of all kind pour in
Donations have poured in from across North Texas, including gift cards, bottled water, nonperishable food, clothing, blankets, toiletries and household goods....
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Fort Worth Zoning Commission advances Primera Baptist Church reuse, warehouse development
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...
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Street and utility work begins in Fort Worth’s Uptown area
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...
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Nonprofits pitch proposals to Fort Worth for federal funding
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...
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Fort Worth’s new master transportation plan moves toward approval
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...
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Lawsuit filed against Atmos Energy after fatal apartment explosion kills 3
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...
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Hurst City Council addresses West Pipeline Road $7M project, Rickel Park
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...
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‘It made me sad’: Inside the final year of a beloved FWISD school
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...
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H-E-B plans to start building first Dallas location next year, open in 2028
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...
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Where I Live: Historic Southside resident wants to reciprocate care for neighborhood that nurtures her
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...
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Soccer meets opera in Opera Arlington's ‘Carmen'
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...
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Tarrant County Public Health monitoring local travelers arriving from Ebola-affected countries
TCPH says the overall risk of Ebola in Tarrant County remains low.
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