Prairieland ICE detention center shooter Benjamin Song was sentenced to 100 years in prison Tuesday, with others getting 30 years or more for their role in a July 4, 2025 immigration protest turned violent. Song was convicted of attempted murder for shooting and injuring an Alvarado police officer o
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Prairieland ICE detention center shooter Benjamin Song was sentenced to 100 years in prison Tuesday, with others getting 30 years or more for their role in a July 4, 2025 immigration protest turned violent. Song was convicted of attempted murder for shooting and injuring an Alvarado police officer o
The Fort Worth Botanic Garden is entering an exciting new chapter in its storied history with the debut of Flora House, a reimagined onsite dining destination brought to life by Westland Hospitality — a born-and-built-in-Fort Worth collection of locally rooted restaurants, venues, and hospitality co
PRESSATH, GERMANY, 17 June 2026 – Alcon, the global leader in eye care dedicated to helping people see brilliantly, today commemorated its WaveLight manufacturing and R&D facility’s 30-year milestone at its Pressath, Germany, location, celebrating three decades of innovation, precision engineering,
Fort Worth firefighters are responding to a large structure fire at a commercial building site in Forest Hill on Tuesday morning. The building, located at 4825 Forest Hill Circle, caught fire shortly after 11 a.m. NBC 5's Texas Sky Ranger flew over the scene. Large flames and heavy smoke were seen c
Professional men's soccer is coming to Mansfield next week when North Texas SC, a lower division MLS team, takes on St. Louis City2 on July 4 at 7:45 p.m. It will kick off their 9 regular-season games at the venue, which just recently opened. Tickets are already on sale. There will also be postgame
Sentences are being announced for the people convicted on terrorism charges in connection with last year's shootout at the Prairieland ICE Detention Center in Alvarado, Texas. The attack happened almost a year ago, on July 4, 2025. The alleged organizer, Benjamin Song, was sentenced to 100 years in
A judge on Monday ordered Atmos Energy to preserve evidence from a deadly Oak Cliff gas explosion, hours after a survivor blamed the utility in court filings of multiple failures leading up to the blast. The filings, part of a lawsuit first filed in late May, allege the company failed to repair repe
The Wings' young stars have elevated the team, leading them to their best start as a franchise since relocating to Dallas. Next up is the WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces on Thursday Night. The Wings have already reached 11 wins, more than each of the past two seasons, and they're on pace for their best
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), ahead of
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
A Parker County man is facing a murder charge for firing the gunshot that killed his daughter on Sunday as she argued with her mother. The Parker County Sheriff's Office said they were called to a shooting at a home in Azle on Sunday and arrived to find an injured adult woman with an apparent gunsho
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.
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