UNT to close several graduate, undergraduate programs

In the wake of a $45 million budget deficit, the University of North Texas is closing or consolidating several degree programs.

1 killed, 2 arrested in Denton shooting

Denton police said two people were arrested after an early morning shooting that left one person dead.

Denton County house fire likely started by lightning
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Police believe lightning from Tuesday's wave of storms is to blame for a house fire that started in Denton County overnight. FOX 4's Vania Castillo has more.

Man dies after charging police with metal rod at Denton pickleball court

A Denton police officer fatally shot a man armed with a metal rod Sunday afternoon during a welfare check at a local pickleball court.

UNT lecturer hasn't heard from family in Iran since war started
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Leo Moradi, a lecturer at UNT, hasn't heard from any of his family in Iran since military operations began in the country over the weekend. FOX 4's David Sentendrey has more.

UNT lecturer hasn't heard from family in Iran since U.S. military operations began

An Iranian national who lectures at UNT says he hasn't been able to communicate with his family in Iran since U.S. military operations began in the country over the weekend.

University of North Texas warns of budget cuts amid $45 million deficit

The University of North Texas is facing a $45 million structural deficit primarily driven by a sharp decline in international master's student enrollment, a trend attributed to tightening federal visa policies and shifting geopolitical tensions.

Denton man arrested for indecent exposure in women's bathroom
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Denton police have arrested a suspect accused of exposing himself to a woman in the bathroom at the University of North Texas. FOX 4's David Sentendrey has more on how the suspect has a history of similar incidents. 

Denton man charged with indecent exposure at University of North Texas

A 27-year-old man was arrested after allegedly entering women's locker rooms and restrooms at a Denton gym and the University of North Texas campus.

School Closings: Most schools reopen, some northern districts closed on Friday

Students in Dallas ISD and many other local school districts headed back to class on Friday for the first time since the winter storm hit North Texas. Only a few districts in Denton County remained closed.

Texas professor gives perspective on Iran protests
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Protests in Iran are intensifying, but the true death toll remains unknown due to communication blackouts. President Trump says even the U.S. lacks accurate numbers and has warned Iran’s leaders publicly.

North Texas political scientist gives expert perspective on Iran protests

As protests against the current regime continue in Iran, the death count is rising while that regime strikes back against its citizens.

Denton meth traffickers get federal prison sentences

Two Denton men are going to federal prison for intending to distribute meth across North Texas.

Dallas weather: Warmest Christmas on record possible this week

Forget the snow gear and grab the sunscreen, because North Texas is trading its winter coats for swimsuits as DFW chases its warmest Christmas Day on record.

2026 FIFA World Cup teams primary base camps in Texas
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Now that FIFA has announced which teams will play World Cup 2026 matches in North Texas, a big question that remains is whether any of those teams will make North Texas their primary base camp.

Dallas weather: Tornado Watch in effect for parts of North Texas

A Flood Watch is in effect for Dallas-Fort Worth as heavy rain and hail hit North Texas this morning before a cold front moves in this week.

Denton man gets 14 years for using social media to exploit children

A Denton man has been sentenced to more than 14 years in federal prison for trading child pornography, grooming children on social media, and encouraging them to abuse other children, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.