Forney ISD bans hoodies for all students, dresses for older girls

Next school year in Forney ISD, girls starting in the fifth grade and up cannot wear dresses or skirts and nobody is allowed to wear a hoodie. The district said it’s meant to improve self-esteem, promote positive behavior and enhance safety.

Forney ISD police officer headbutted by student after school fight

When police showed up to break up a fight at North Forney High School, one of the students was taken into custody. Police say that's when a student headbutted an officer.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.