False threats investigated by several North Texas school districts
School districts across North Texas worked overtime to reassure parents that a series of threats spreading on social media are not credible.
Man arrested after stealing semi-truck near Forney, leading authorities on chase
Kaufman County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested a person who they said stole the cab of an 18-wheeler.
Forney fatal shooting investigation forces two school closures
Law enforcement officials are investigating a deadly shooting that happened near two Forney schools. Classes were canceled because of the police activity.
Woman tries to flee on 3 tires in Kaufman County police chase
A suspected drunken driver tried to outrun Forney police in a car with only three tires. She's now behind bars facing multiple criminal charges.
Kaufman County Sheriff's Office addresses complaint of excessive force
The sheriff's office says it received several calls that the 18-year-old was attempting suicide by jumping into traffic. The office says the deputy used a technique taught by the department to control her without obstructing her breathing. Her family disputes that and says she was struggling to breathe.
Man found fatally stabbed in Forney
The Kaufman County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a man was stabbed to death early Sunday morning.
North Texas tourist arrested for hate crime in Florida
The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office said Wade Anton shouted racial slurs and punched a man of Asian descent at a beachside park last week.
Forney man arrested after taking his child to a bar, pulling out a gun
Forney police arrested a man who they say took his child to a bar and drunkenly pulled out a gun during a fight.
Forney woman loses husband, two children to COVID-19
Charlotte Crawford is the only member of her immediate family still alive after her family was claimed by COVID-19. Her message: Don’t take the mask off, and get the vaccine when you can.
Forney ISD vaccinates 600 employees at drive-thru clinic
A school district in Kaufman County is already vaccinating its teachers.
Man rescued from Trinity River by good Samaritan, Forney first responders
When rescuers found Harold McQuaggle clinging to tree limbs, they knew they didn’t have much time. But first responders and a good Samaritan didn’t hesitate to jump in.
Funeral held for Forney High School coach who died from COVID-19 complications
A beloved football coach and teacher who died from COVID-19 complications was remembered during a funeral Thursday.
Forney High School coach dies from COVID-19 complications
Forney High School offensive coordinator Jeremy Morgan died Sunday due to complications from COVID-19. Family members said was a healthy 44-year-old before contracting the virus.
14-year-old facing charges after 1-year-old killed, 9-year-old hurt in Kaufman County shooting
A 14-year-old is now facing a couple of charges after a 1-year-old was killed and a 9-year-old was injured in a shooting at a Forney home Tuesday night.
1-year-old dies, 9-year-old hurt in Kaufman County shooting
A 1-year-old was critically injured and a second child has less serious injuries in a shooting at a Kaufman County home.
Kaufman County children found alone after 71-year-old mother dies
Police in the Kaufman County town of Talty found a 5 and 7-year-old living alone after their 71-year-old mother died. They had tried to call for help but didn't know the passcode on her phone.
Amazon building fulfillment center in Forney
Amazon is planning to open a new fulfillment center in Forney, east of Dallas.
Forney residents welcome home 12-year-old girl who survived shark attack
A 12-year-old girl was celebrated by the Forney community on Thursday after surviving a shark attack in Florida.
Man arrested after leading officers on high-speed chase that started in Forney
Police arrested a man who they said led officers on a high speed chase through parts of North Texas in a stolen car.
2 arrested in Forney after police locate vehicle used by porch pirates
Forney police arrested two people Monday night after they were found in a vehicle used by porch pirates.