Suspected cartel leader behind 2013 Southlake lawyer's murder extradited to US

The suspected mastermind behind the 2013 killing of a Southlake lawyer is expected to appear in a Texas federal court after U.S. officials secured custody of nearly 30 defendants from Mexico facing charges related to violence and drug trafficking.

Man fatally shot after argument in Fort Worth: police

A man was fatally shot Thursday evening following an argument with an unidentified suspect, according to police.

Fort Worth murder plot: Elaborate plan involving fake kidnapping to kill 2 people thwarted by police

Fort Worth police arrested three people, including a 17-year-old, for an alleged murder plot over a social media dispute. The plan revolved around a fake kidnapping in an attempt to draw out their two targets to ambush and kill them.

Former Arlington ISD student credits PE teacher for CPR skills that saved dad's life 7 years later

Starla Smith, a former Arlington ISD junior high coach, taught CPR to Stacy Stephens at 12 years old. Little did Stacy know she'd be using it 7 years later to save her dad's life. "I knew what to do."

Bill filed to protect Texas renters in cases of justified force

A Texas lawmaker has filed legislation that would protect renters from facing eviction if they use justified force to protect their families and homes. The bill was inspired by a Fort Worth mom's legal battle after being burglarized numerous times.

Measles vaccination rates in Texas: Find your school district

A measles outbreak in West Texas has people across the state curious about the vaccination rates in their communities. You can check the vaccination rates in your district and county here.

Fort Worth woman sentenced for smuggling minors from Mexico

A 36-year-old Fort Worth woman has been sentenced to federal prison for trying to smuggle two Mexican children from Mexico into the United States. She was trying to take them to their mother in Fort Worth, according to what she told officers at the border.

Fort Worth man sentenced to life for killing game room clerk in robbery

Albert Gonzalez was sentenced to life in prison after fatally shooting a game room clerk. He then stole cash from the clerk's pockets and robbed others in the store.

North Texas boot bandit steals boots by hiding them in his pants: police

The woman would point to a pair of boots and the man would hide them in his pants. In some cases, he was able to hide up to four pairs of boots at a time.

Rapper BigXthaPlug arrested for marijuana possession in Arlington

Arlington police arrested rapper BigXthaPlug, whose real name is Xavier Landum, late Tuesday night after a traffic stop led to the discovery of marijuana and a firearm.

TCU gives a glimpse of campus expansion plan

The future look of the Texas Christian University campus in Fort Worth is emerging.

Parents pack first community meeting discussing Fort Worth ISD school closures

The district hosted the first in a series of community meetings Monday night. It was the first chance for families and parents to hear directly from the district about its goals for the next 5, 10 and even 15 years.

Pope Francis shows slight improvements amid North Texas Catholics' continued prayers

The latest news from the Vatican about Pope Francis is more positive than it has been in recent days. Meanwhile, Catholics across North Texas and the globe are closely watching his health condition.

Family mourns Forest Hill mom of 2 killed by stray bullet in her own backyard

Investigators are still trying to find the person responsible for the stray bullet that hit and killed a mother in the Fort Worth suburb of Forest Hill.

Body found on Fort Worth ISD elementary school grounds

A body was found on the school grounds of Fort Worth ISD's Dolores Huerta elementary school on Friday morning.

False threat against Arlington High School prompts extra security

A threat on social media prompted extra security at Arlington High School on Monday morning. However, the school district said it found the threat was not credible, and everyone is safe.

18-wheeler crashes under bridge in Euless

Before 12:30 p.m. on Monday, an 18-wheeler crashed underneath a bridge in Euless. The truck became wedged under the bridge, with significant damage to the truck and the bridge.

Pope Francis' health raises concerns among DFW Catholics

While Pope Francis is thousands of miles away, his well-being is at the top of people's minds in Dallas-Fort Worth's Catholic community.