Fake unemployment claims tripled since start of pandemic, TWC says

The Texas Workforce Commission says the number of fake claims has tripled since the pandemic began. Victims are finding it harder to clear things up because the agency is swamped.

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.

High winds cause power lines to sag over I-20 in Terrell

Interstate 20 in Terrell was shut down Friday after a fire sparked by high winds caused power lines to fall dangerously close to the road.

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.

Family of 4 escapes intense house fire in Terrell

All four people who were home at the time made it out safely but the family’s dog did not. The home was also a total loss.

Terrell ISD extends Thanksgiving break to avoid COVID-19 outbreak

Terrell ISD extended its Thanksgiving break for another week because of several coronavirus cases among students and staff.

Terrell police arrest man after he confesses to shooting

Deelvin Deshaun is charged with aggravated assault and was arrested about eight hours after the shooting in Terrell.

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.