Portillo's expanding to Arlington, Allen by end of 2023
Chicago-favorite Portillo's is a huge success in North Texas, and if the long lines in The Colony aren't a big enough sign, here's another: they are expanding.
Accused El Paso shooter will plead guilty to federal hate crime charges
The expected plea, announced by the accused shooter’s lawyer, comes after federal prosecutors took the death penalty off the table for the Allen native last week.
Allen man given life sentence after pleading guilty to killing mother, sister
A Collin County man will spend the rest of his life in prison after pleading guilty to killing his mother and sister.
Allen High School star quarterback is target of a hate crime, leaves school
The home of former NFL player Mike Hawkins Sr. was vandalized. Allen investigators told FOX 4 someone allegedly spray-painted the n-word on the garage. Mike Jr. was the starting quarterback for Allen High School's powerhouse football team, and he's heavily recruited.
North Texas man who suffered heart attack at gym saved by people who knew CPR
Isaiah Creighton is sharing his story to let people know how important it can be to know CPR.
Allen ISD approves rezoning plan over parent protests, board member resigns after contentious vote
The Allen ISD school board approved a controversial rezoning plan on Monday over the protest of parents. The decision affects thousands of elementary school students in the area.
Allen ISD presents controversial rezoning plan, final vote set
Families in Allen got their first chance to directly address the school board over a plan to close two elementary schools.
Allen ISD hosts final public meeting before voting on controversial rezoning plan
The district is looking for a solution to overcrowding in schools on the city’s west side. Meanwhile, the schools on the city’s east side aren’t full enough.
Allen High School teacher on leave while under investigation
A high school teacher in Allen, in Collin County, is accused of having an inappropriate communication with a student.
Allen ISD parents protest attendance realignment of elementary schools
Parents got a look at how multiple schools will be impacted next year if the plan is approved. They wanted to speak out publicly about the proposed plans. Instead, Allen ISD asked parents to write down their comments.
Allen brewery owner convicted in fraud case linked to murder
The owner of Nine Band Brewing in Allen was found guilty in a fraud scheme linked to a murder case. Prosecutors said Keith Ashley killed his client and then staging the death as a suicide.
Parents upset over Allen ISD's rezoning plans
Some Allen ISD parents say they feel blindsided by the district's proposals to address overcrowding in some schools and declined enrollment in others. The potential plans include closing a couple of less crowded schools, repurposing them and shifting kids around.
Fiery 18-wheeler crash: Transportation company asks for help finding video of crash that killed driver
The driver, 71-year-old Gusatvo Gomez, had been an employee of Bancroft and Sons transportation for over 20 years.
18-wheeler driver killed in fiery Collin County crash identified as 71-year-old man
Allen police say the big rig collided with another vehicle while heading north on 75, causing the 18-wheeler to fly off the right side of the overpass.
Former Dallas Cowboys CB Brandon Carr arrested in Allen
Former Dallas Cowboys cornerback Brandon Carr was arrested for driving while intoxicated in Allen on Thursday.
18-wheeler hangs from Allen overpass, driver dies in crash
A truck driver died Wednesday because of a crash on the Central Expressway in Allen. His truck ended up suspended on an overpass.
Allen ISD releases list of schools where alleged child sex predator worked
There are now questions about why Allen ISD initially tried to investigate the outcry of abuse on its own before notifying Child Protective Services. FOX 4 wanted to talk with the superintendent about the district's process, but a spokesperson declined our request for an interview.
Allen ISD teacher indicted for indecency with a child
A middle school teacher in Allen is on administrative leave after being accused of indecency with a child and indicted by a grand jury.
$563,200 of meth seized in Collin County
Deputies found approximately 20 kilograms of meth in a hidden compartment of the vehicle, according to a news release.
Basketball Tournament
Credit Union of Texas is hosting its first basketball tournament for young players this weekend. Desmond Bibb explains why this free event in Allen is important for the players and their families.