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Demand for short-term rentals during the World Cup soars in North Texas

The FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Draw has triggered the first major wave of fans booking rentals through Airbnb and Vrbo for the tournament in North Texas. And while some people are celebrating the economic boom, others are concerned about what it will mean for their neighborhoods.

December 16, 2025 5:27pm CST

Arlington resident wins $1M on scratch-off lottery ticket

A North Texas resident is $1 million richer after purchasing a scratch-off lottery ticket in Arlington.

December 16, 2025 12:09pm CST

Mission Arlington's Christmas store offers free gifts for children

Mission Arlington is embracing the spirit of giving. The nonprofit organization opened its annual Christmas store and, in just two days, has already helped 8,000 parents find free gifts for their children.

December 15, 2025 6:16pm CST

How much are 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets in Dallas? Full price breakdown released

FIFA has released the detailed ticket prices for the nine World Cup 2026 matches in Dallas, with seats ranging from $180 for a group stage game to over $3,200 for the highly anticipated semifinal match.

December 15, 2025 5:55pm CST

True Christmas spirit brightens Interlochen for 50th anniversary

The Interlochen Christmas Lights attraction is celebrating 50 years of turning a quiet Arlington neighborhood into a holiday destination.

December 12, 2025 8:19pm CST

Arlington family used $1.7M in stolen tax refunds to buy luxury car, house in Mississippi: prosecutors

Members of an Arlington family were convicted by a jury in Forth Worth on Thursday of a multimillion-dollar scheme to steal tax refunds.

December 12, 2025 3:27pm CST

Man charged with capital murder after Arlington shooting death of pregnant woman

Arlington police have arrested a 29-year-old man in connection with a deadly shooting last month along Interstate 20 that killed a pregnant woman and her unborn child.

December 11, 2025 10:08am CST

How to get FIFA World Cup tickets in Dallas

Here's how you can still apply for tickets to see Lionel Messi and other global stars play at AT&T Stadium during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

December 10, 2025 1:18pm CST

World Cup 2026: Argentina could pick Dallas for a base camp

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.

December 9, 2025 4:54pm CST

Arlington City Council to vote on reinstating anti-discrimination ordinance

The Arlington City Council is scheduled to vote tonight on reinstating the city’s anti-discrimination chapter in its city code, a move that follows a temporary suspension of the rules related to federal grant requirements.

December 9, 2025 10:24am CST

World Cup 2026: When are the games at AT&T Stadium?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is approaching, and no stadium will host more games than AT&T Stadium in Arlington.

December 5, 2025 12:38pm CST

World Cup 2026: Will Mexico play at AT&T Stadium?

There's only a small chance that Mexico will play in North Texas. Here's what would have to happen.

December 5, 2025 6:45am CST

World Cup 2026: Will the USA play at AT&T Stadium?

There's a shot for the U.S. Men's National Team to play at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Here's how.

December 5, 2025 6:15am CST

Drone defense becomes priority for 2026 FIFA World Cup security in Texas

North Texas law enforcement is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by focusing on the security threat posed by unauthorized drones, with the help of a new $500 million federal grant program.

December 4, 2025 11:27pm CST

Is the USA in the World Cup?

The United States will have a chance to compete for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here's what you need to know.

December 4, 2025 6:15am CST