Fort Worth Civilian Response Unit member released from hospital after shooting

Fort Worth Police Chief Eddie Garcia announced that Civilian Response Unit member Edward Zapata, a Marine veteran injured in a Tuesday shooting ambush by a burglary suspect, has been released from the hospital to continue his recovery.

Dallas transportation guide FIFA World Cup 2026 : Flights, trains and match day parking

North Texas is gearing up for "nine Super Bowls" this summer as officials unveil a massive transit plan to move millions of soccer fans across the metroplex for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Operation Red Card combats Dallas crime before World Cup
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Law enforcement entities in North Texas have announced Operation Red Card, a security operation designed to combat crime in the region to ensure safety for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb has more on the operation's details.

Dallas school crossing guard surprised with new car

Dallas ISD parents and the Lakewood Elementary community surprised their crossing guard, Mr. Earnest, with a new vehicle after learning he used ride-sharing services to get to work every day.

DART approves $32M for security, mental health support expansions

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is touting a multi-million move that they say will expand its security and mental health support.

DART approves expansion of security, health resources
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DART has approved an expansion to its security systems and mental health resources just days before three North Texas cities decide whether to leave the service. FOX 4's Lori Brown has more.

America 250: Southwest Airlines unveils Independence One to celebrate the nation's founding

Independence One will make its first flight Wednesday, heading from the company’s hometown of Dallas to the place where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed, Philadelphia.

FWISD board approves campus closure, staff cuts
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Fort Worth ISD's new leadership is moving forward with a plan to close a school dedicated to serving immigrant and refugee students. Here's what we know.

Suspect arrested after injuring Fort Worth officer in shootout
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A Fort Worth Civilian Response Unit member was injured during an exchange of gunfire between police and a suspect in a north Fort Worth neighborhood. FOX 4's Vania Castillo has more on the suspect who was later arrested.

Jill Darden, founder of Fort Worth Black News and community advocate, dies at 52

Fort Worth mourns the loss of Jill Darden, the trailblazing founder of Fort Worth Black News, whose decades of storytelling and community advocacy left an indelible mark on the city.

Former Texas Chick-fil-A employee charged in $80K refund scheme using mac and cheese

A former Chick-fil-A employee was arrested for allegedly stealing more than $80,000 by using restaurant registers to issue hundreds of fraudulent macaroni and cheese refunds to his personal credit cards.

Fort Worth officer injured in shooting | FULL
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Fort Worth Police Chief Eddie Garcia talks about a shooting on Tuesday afternoon that injured an officer. The suspect is still at-large.

FWISD board to vote on staff cuts, school closures
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The newly appointed school board in Fort Worth ISD will outline the specifics of a plan that would put teachers' jobs at risk.

Dallas blames police overtime pay for budget shortfall
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The City of Dallas is facing a large budget shortfall, and they're placing much of the blame on overtime pay for police and fire. FOX 4's David Sentendrey spoke with the president of the Dallas Police Association on why he pushes back against those claims as the force gets ready to deal with an influx of travelers this summer due to the World Cup.

Dallas implements hiring freeze, spending reductions amid budget shortfall

Dallas has implemented several cost-conscious actions as it faces a large budget crisis, one which it blames partially on police and fire overtime pay.

Run down Dallas Police gun range called "embarrassment"
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Dallas voters could be asked soon to consider a $250 million bond to help replace Dallas Police's run down gun range, where paint is cracked and buildings are rusted over. FOX 4's Lori Brown has more.

Dallas police announce new 'weed and seed' program
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Dallas police are launching a new program to weed out troublesome crime and plant new seeds for success. Here's what we know.

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