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. 

H-E-B shoppers wait in line for Frisco store's opening

Some people woke up early and waited in a line that wrapped around the new H-E-B store in Frisco. It opened its doors for the first time Wednesday morning at 6 a.m.

18-wheeler flips over barrier on US-75 overpass in Fairview, driver killed

Allen police say early indications are that the 18-wheeler collided with another vehicle causing it to drive into the right concrete sidewall. The tractor-trailer flipped over the overpass landing on the service road below, bursting into flames.

How to apply for federal disaster loans after historic flooding

Low-interest government loans are now available to North Texans affected by the historic flooding in Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, Denton, Ellis and Kaufman counties last month.

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.

Frisco high school students arrested for injuring disabled person

Frisco police said two high school students have been arrested for the assault of a disabled person at Lone Star High School earlier this week.

Man charged with causing Fentanyl overdose death in Collin County

The Collin County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of providing another man with drugs laced with Fentanyl that investigators said led to his overdose death last month.

Plano on track to surpass 2021 overdose deaths

So far, 10 people have died because of an overdose this year in the Dallas suburb. That’s the same number of overdose deaths in Plano in all of 2021.

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.

Prosper ISD to hire firm to investigate after lawsuit alleges bus driver sexually abused students

The Prosper ISD school board decided to hire an independent firm to investigate sexual abuse accusations against a former employee. But that only happened after it was revealed the first firm it hired seemingly had a conflict of interest because it was already defending the district in a lawsuit over the abuse allegations.

Parents ask Frisco ISD to update transgender bathroom use policy

Although there have been no problems with the way Frisco ISD handles bathrooms for transgender students, some parents and trustees are calling for changes.

Collin County seeing notable decline in mail-in ballot requests ahead of midterm elections

The deadline to register to vote in Texas is soon. And while some North Texas counties have not seen a huge spike in new voters, Collin County is seeing a noticeable decline in mail-in ballot requests.

Just 7% of North Texas apartment complexes accept government-authorized rent payments, report finds

In a presentation at a Dallas City Council committee meeting the Child Poverty Action Plan says a lack of affordable housing and long-standing misconceptions limit options for people looking for somewhere to live.

Wylie ISD teacher, another person shot and killed Sunday night

In a statement, Wylie ISD said “Mrs. Moore positively impacted the lives of so many students, and we are heartbroken by the loss of this incredible teacher and even better person.”

Boil Water Notice issued for parts of Murphy

A Boil Water Notice has been issued for portions of Murphy because of a drop in pressure in the water distribution system.

Frisco running community honors murdered Memphis jogger Eliza Fletcher

People in North Texas participated in a nationwide tribute for Eliza Fletcher. She’s the mother and teacher who was killed after being abducted while on a run last week in Memphis.

Collin County constable featured on leaked list of Oath Keepers members, report says

Collin County constable Joe Wright was named as a member of the far-right extremist group that's accused of playing a key role in the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, according to a report released Wednesday.