North Texas 'Sorority Rapist' sentenced to life in prison

A man who assaulted women in Tarrant, Dallas, Denton and Collin counties was sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday.

Hundreds of Hard Eight BBQ employees owed nearly $261,000 in back wages

The U.S. Department of Labor and the owner of Hard Eight BBQ both want to get the word out that there is more than $260,000 in back wages just waiting to be claimed by former employees.

Coppell boil water notice expected to continue until Thursday

A power line at E. Sandy Lake and Kimbel Court fell, knocking out power to the area, including the Village Parkway Pump Station.

3 North Texas students to compete in 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee

Three students from North Texas will show off their impressive spelling skills this week at the annual Scripps National Spelling Bee.

Bus driver charged with aggravated sexual assault of a Coppell ISD student

An arrest warrant for Russo obtained by FOX 4 focuses on accusations of 2 incidents from April with a 7-year-old male. Both alleged incidents happened on the school bus.

2 North Texas students to compete in Scripps National Spelling Bee

A fifth grader from Plano and a seventh grader from Coppell will represent North Texas during the National Scripps Spelling Bee later this year.

Coppell developer proposes new mixed-use building at site of historic church

A developer is proposing a two-story mixed-use development in the place of a historic church. Residents say the church built in 1948 adds to the charm of Old Town Coppell. The developer says he doesn't want to demolish the church. Instead, he is proposing to move it.

Coppell nurse on vacation in Alaska rescues family from river after plane crash

A North Texas nurse was off the grid in Alaska when a plane crashed nearly in front of her group. She and others went to work in the cold to rescue a couple and their baby while waiting for help that was more than an hour away. "It all just like fell together into this crazy miraculous moment where everything lined up perfectly."

Dave & Buster’s buys Main Event for $835 million

Dave & Buster’s, based in Coppell, is buying Dallas-based Main Event in an $835 million deal.

Police investigating suspected murder-suicide in Old Town Coppell

There was a heavy police presence outside a home in Old Town Coppell Wednesday morning because of a possible murder-suicide.

COVID-19 pediatric hospitalizations in North Texas double since January, UTSW says

The latest UT Southwestern report shows pediatric COVID hospitalizations have more than doubled since January. Many teachers are choosing to retire early due to the pandemic. Students continue to face learning loss. Many are hospitalized with COVID-19.

Coppell Arts Center officially opens this weekend

The new 30,000 square-foot center boasts six spaces, including a 442-seat main hall and a 196-seat black box theater. The weekend-long celebration starts Thursday night. It’s a culmination of the city's 30-year-plan to present nationally touring shows and create a new home for its five resident art companies.

North Texas flight attendants take self-defense class as sky rage incidents continue

The airline staff self-defense class has been around since 2005, but has gained in popularity recently due to the rise in bad behavior taking place on-board some flights.

Students prepare care packages for Coppell educators and other essential workers

Teachers in the Dallas-Fort Worth suburb of Coppell got a big thanks from students after they all worked together in tough circumstances during the pandemic.

Coppell man recovers from COVID-19 after 9 months in hospital

A Coppell man has finally ended his nearly nine-month hospital stay where he battled COVID-19. But his recovery isn’t over yet.