Fort Worth police investigate string of vehicle arsons

The suspect lit multiple cars on fire between Christmas and New Year's Eve, leaving members of the community without transportation.

Victims share stories of North Texas couple accused of construction fraud

They say the couple came off as credible, with legit construction and remodeling videos posted across social media. It turned out to be a large-scale scam with dozens of victims.

Parachutist takes a tumble at Armed Forces Bowl
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A parachutist had some trouble while flying into Amon G. Carter Stadium on Jan. 2, 2026, during the Armed Forces Bowl in Fort Worth, Texas.

Texas State wallops Rice at Armed Forces Bowl

The Texas State University Bobcats trounced the Rice University Owls at the Armed Forces Bowl on Friday 41-10.

Woman fatally shot by security guard following New Year’s Day altercation

A Fort Worth security guard fatally shot a woman on New Year's Day following an escalating physical confrontation involving pepper spray and a stabbing weapon.

Odessa murder suspect arrested in Arlington after New Year’s Day shooting

At approximately 3:27 a.m. on January 1, 2026, Ector County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a shots-fired call in the 1100 block of W. 57th Street in Odessa, Texas.

Family pleads for release of ICE detainee as disabled son’s health declines

Maher Tarabishi's family has been fighting to have him released from ICE custody on humanitarian grounds, calling him the primary caregiver for his disabled adult son.

ICE detains man with disabled son and health concerns
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Maher Tarabishi's family has been fighting to have him released from ICE custody on humanitarian grounds, calling him the primary caregiver for his disabled adult son.

1 woman, 3 dogs die in Fort Worth house fire

One woman and three dogs are dead after a house fire in Fort Worth Wednesday morning.

Man accused of kidnapping ex-girlfriend, shooting her boyfriend in Arlington

The man is believed to have stalked the alleged kidnapping victim from out of state after she moved to escape him months before the incident.

Fort Worth doctor saves the life of baby with rare heart defect

A North Texas hospital is being credited with saving the life of a newborn baby from Georgia. After being turned away from numerous other hospitals, the Beavers family found a doctor in Fort Worth who agreed to help treat their daughter’s rare condition.

Top 10 most-read stories of 2025 in North Texas

As 2025 comes to a close, here's a look back at the headlines that captured the attention of North Texans and shaped the conversation across our region this year.