Sloth World Orlando to file for bankruptcy, will no longer open; 'we have no other options'

The owner of Sloth World Orlando confirmed to FOX 35 on Friday afternoon that he plans to file for bankruptcy protection, and that he will no longer move forward with plans to open his "slotharium."

Over 42,000 Texas students awarded money during 1st round of school-choice lottery

More than 42,000 Texas students were notified this week that they have been awarded money during the first round of the state’s first school-choice lottery, according to the comptroller’s office.

Second Chance: Prison Fellowship
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April is Second Chance month, a time set aside to raise awareness about the challenge offenders face when they're re-entring society. A North Texas woman shares how she went from being an inmate to an ambassador.

Bus crash near Pentagon injures 23, including 10 Defense personnel

A collision between two commuter buses near the Pentagon injured 23 people Friday morning, including 10 Department of Defense personnel, according to a statement from the Pentagon Force Protection Agency obtained by FOX News.

Texas THC ban on hold until at least May 1

The pause on a Texas rule that seeks to block the sale of most smokable hemp in the state has been extended until at least May 1.

Tanner Horner's former teacher on the autism excuse
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A retired speech pathologist who worked with Tanner Horner while he was in the seventh grade in Azle ISD testified on Friday about how autism affected him. Defense attorneys asked her if she thought it was the reason or an excuse for him kidnapping and murdering 7-year-old Athena Strand.

How to buy emergency supplies tax-free in Texas this weekend

Texas is hosting a three-day sales tax holiday from April 25–27 to help residents save money on emergency preparedness supplies like generators, batteries, and first aid kits.

New details on Aubrey hostage situation
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An arrest document recently obtained by FOX 4 sheds new light on a hostage situation in Denton County this week that ended with an FBI raid of an Aubrey home. 

Man shot, killed in Everman while family spoke with 911
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A man was shot and killed early Wednesday morning while his family was giving information to 911 dispatchers, according to the Everman Police Department.

Texas man sentenced to 30 years for purchasing child exploitation livestreams

A League City man was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for soliciting and purchasing explicit livestream videos of young children from the Philippines over a six-year period.

Witnesses describe murder suspect's takedown in Anna
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Two men were arrested in Anna connection to a murder of a teenager in Wylie from last week, and their dramatic takedown was captured on camera by witnesses. FOX 4's Alex Boyer has more.

Sloth World: Warehouse lacked proper permits for animals; 'stop work' order issued by county

The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.

Dallas police's response to Abbott's immigration order
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The department says it has revised an immigration policy, hours ahead of a deadline imposed by Governor Abbott. Last week, the governor threatened to pull millions in public safety funding from the city, saying a years-old policy ran afoul of a contract that the city signed. In response, the city says its new policy clarifies that Dallas police are not prohibited from inquiring about immigration status or cooperating with federal authorities. The revised policy does say officers will not stop a person, for the sole purpose of determining immigration status

Trinity River illegal dumping investigation leads to arrests
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An illegal dumpsite that spills into the Trinity River south of downtown Dallas has caused environmental concerns, and now two people have been arrested in connection to the scheme. FOX 4's Lori Brown has more.

Trump admin softens classification of medical marijuana
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The Trump administration has reclassified how marijuana is regulated, opening opportunities for research into its potential medical benefits. FOX 4's Steven Dial spoke with the largest medical marijuana provider about the move.

Jurors hear testimony on Tanner Horner's mental state
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Tanner Horner's defense claimed lead exposure as a child led to his brain being damage as they attempt to keep the convicted killer of Athena Strand out of death row. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more.

Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux celebrates one year on the job
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As he celebrates one year as Dallas Police Chief, Daniel Comeaux sits down with FOX 4's Shaun Rabb to discuss his successes on crime initiatives and Texas governor Greg Abbott's threats to withhold funding if the city does not up its immigration enforcement.

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 82 latest updates

Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing for 82 days. Authorities believe she was abducted from her Tucson-area home sometime between Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.

Virginia redistricting update: Judge blocks certification of new congressional maps

A Virginia judge has blocked certification of the state’s newly approved congressional maps, striking down the election certification less than a day after voters backed the mid‑term redistricting plan.

Former Texas special education teacher kicks student
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After initially denying any abusive behavior took place, Gainesville ISD has now said a former special education teacher did kick a special needs student in a video provided to FOX 4 earlier this month.