Texas school ratings show gains in North Texas; Fort Worth ISD may still face state intervention
Commissioner Mike Morath praises progress but says Fort Worth ISD's future remains uncertain amid possible state intervention.
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Commissioner Mike Morath praises progress but says Fort Worth ISD's future remains uncertain amid possible state intervention.
Wednesday morning started off with temperatures around 70 degrees and comfortable humidity.
As football season approaches, Mansfield ISD is rolling out new equipment designed to help players hit hard without risking head injuries.
A Garland woman says she lost her family's entire life savings after being tricked by a scammer posing as a Chase bank employee and an accomplice pretending to be an FBI agent.
A baby has been found dead inside a vehicle on Tuesday night near Rockwall Heath High School, officials said.
The company that employed the driver in a crash that killed five people in Terrell has a history of violations.
Police say the truck's driver fled after a crash that seriously injured another motorist.
Authorities say the actual homicide suspect fled to Iraq as three armed men stormed a Richardson home and detained the wrong person.
There will be a large spread in temperatures from north to south, with DFW looking to top out in the upper 80s.
The student-led company, Co-Guide, is piloting its Smart Classroom assistant to help reduce teacher burnout and boost engagement.
A 21-year-old North Texas man was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison after posing online as a girl to exploit children and sell their explicit images, officials said.
A 16-year-old Garland teen accused of being a gang member faces multiple charges after police say a burglary escalated into a shooting that left a neighbor critically injured.
The suspect allegedly beat and threatened a woman in Venezuela during a violent tirade involving a pistol and a twisted version of Russian roulette.
On Sunday, authorities found a body in Eagle Mountain Lake as they searched for the missing father whose two children were pulled from the water Saturday night.
In DeSoto this week, students from one school are being immersed in the history of the woman who bears the name of their school and was immortalized in the movie "Hidden Figures."
Before Nicolasa Gomez Fernandez ever arrived in the U.S., her host family had a surprise in the works to make her "Sweet 16" birthday unforgettable.
After a brief cooldown on Tuesday, temperatures will steadily rise back to the upper 90s.
Authorities say a boater pulled two children from the lake Saturday evening.
A woman was arrested after allegedly posing as an FBI agent and scamming an older Garland couple out of more than $25,000, police said.
Henry Amoloja has various tools around his barber shop to make a sensory-friendly experience for his clients, including quiet clippers, weighted stuffed animals, and a weighted cape.
Under the newly drawn maps, Republicans are likely to increase the number of seats in Texas from 25 to 30, while Democrats will see their number of seats drop from 13 to eight.
Officers at Dallas Love Field debut the new look as part of a recruitment push blending tradition with Texas pride.
The Texas Senate approved the measure after a heated debate, marking a major step in a mid-decade redistricting effort backed by President Trump.
Houston Sen. Carol Alvarado planned to filibuster the Republican bill that redraws congressional maps.
Rally at Rockwall courthouse urges unity and education.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said all six men on board the vessel were killed.
Inflation last month rose at an annual rate of 3%, coming in below economists' forecasts as the impact of President Trump's tariffs remain muted.
Most of North Texas is under a flood watch on Saturday due to the expected storms.
Teachers express fear and uncertainty, while some parents welcome the Texas Education Agency's intervention as a chance for change.
The long-awaited 26-mile commuter rail launches Saturday with free rides through Nov. 8 and promises improved access to UT Dallas and regional growth.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said all six men on board the vessel were killed.
Inflation last month rose at an annual rate of 3%, coming in below economists' forecasts as the impact of President Trump's tariffs remain muted.
Most of North Texas is under a flood watch on Saturday due to the expected storms.
Teachers express fear and uncertainty, while some parents welcome the Texas Education Agency's intervention as a chance for change.
The long-awaited 26-mile commuter rail launches Saturday with free rides through Nov. 8 and promises improved access to UT Dallas and regional growth.
In Texas, where the number of dialysis centers is higher than in any other state, the I-Team discovered that the problem is especially severe.
Earlier this year, the department found that 55 cases filed from 2019 to 2022 were sitting open and unworked.
They are small and cheap, and they are turning legal rifles into illegal machine guns.
ICEBlock, a crowdsourced app with 1.4 million users, was removed from the App Store following pressure from federal officials and criticism after a shooting at an ICE facility.
Even officers fired for drugs or excessive force can win their jobs back under Texas' civil service system — and many do.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said all six men on board the vessel were killed.
"The Biden administration's war on crypto is over," White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said.
Among those taken into custody in the betting investigation today are Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier of the Miami Heat and former NBA player Damon Jones.
The government shutdown stretched into Day 24 on Friday as the Senate failed to advance a measure to pay some federal workers.
Demolition of parts of the East Wing of the White House and construction of the new ballroom have meant tours have been suspended for about two months.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
In Texas, where the number of dialysis centers is higher than in any other state, the I-Team discovered that the problem is especially severe.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
It's the viral video seen across the country showing a 10-year-old Lavon girl saving her choking brother.
Lineman Brian Abalos is used to danger. Every day, he is up in the air working on power lines.
A 70-year-old Dallas County man has died from the West Nile virus, DCHHS said Monday, marking the first reported West Nile death in the county this season.
President Donald Trump's plan to cut record beef prices by importing more meat from Argentina is running into heated opposition from U.S. ranchers.
It's estimated that thousands of content creators are living in North Texas. But how much are they earning from it, and could anyone be successful at it?
The SEC approved TXSE as a national securities exchange, paving the way for the first new, fully integrated U.S. stock exchange in decades — and the only one based in Texas.
The Plano store will close in early 2027 after the company sold the property to the mall's developer.
At Crecer Beauty Salon and Plant Shop, it's not just the greenery that will pull you in, it's the energy.
An NBA Hall of Famer, a current star and former player are among dozens arrested in an FBI crackdown on illegal gambling that includes alleged members of organized crime families.
The Galveston, Texas native played college basketball at the University of Houston, and currently resides in Houston.
X-ray tables. Hidden cameras. Pre-marked cards. Here's how investigators say suspects rigged poker games to allegedly steal at least $7 million.
Among those taken into custody in the betting investigation today are Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier of the Miami Heat and former NBA player Damon Jones.
San Antonio's defense set the tone early, forcing turnovers and controlling the pace throughout.
Another Taylor Sheridan show is filming in Downtown Fort Worth this week, prompting road closures. Here's when.
The 2025 State Fair of Texas drew about 2 million visitors, roughly 400,000 fewer than last year, as many families cited affordability concerns.
Limp Bizkit, with roots in Jacksonville, Florida, emerged in the late 1990s with a sound that melds alternative rock, heavy metal and rap.
Britain's Prince Andrew will not use his royal titles any longer, he said in a statement released by Buckingham Palace on Friday.
The symphony's silver season theme took on new meaning after the Hill Country floods.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
