Palo Pinto Mountains State Park opens January 1 with Opening Day Hikes
The newest Texas State Park, Palo Pinto Mountains State Park, will host limited, ranger-guided First Day Hikes on New Year's Day, January 1, 2026, for visitors who secure advance reservations.
The newest Texas State Park, Palo Pinto Mountains State Park, will host limited, ranger-guided First Day Hikes on New Year's Day, January 1, 2026, for visitors who secure advance reservations.
Beheaded bison found in North Texas; sheriff searching for suspects
The individual or individuals responsible removed the animal's head and left the rest of the carcass behind near County Road 301.
The individual or individuals responsible removed the animal's head and left the rest of the carcass behind near County Road 301.
Decatur middle school student dies in ATV crash over holiday weekend
A 13-year-old middle school student in Decatur died Saturday after the ATV he was riding in overturned.
A 13-year-old middle school student in Decatur died Saturday after the ATV he was riding in overturned.
FBI: Terror suspect said he wanted to kill Americans in Fort Worth suicide bombing
The FBI has released more information about the Afghan national who was arrested last week for making terroristic threats, including the TikTok video where he allegedly talks about a suicide attack in Fort Worth.
The FBI has released more information about the Afghan national who was arrested last week for making terroristic threats, including the TikTok video where he allegedly talks about a suicide attack in Fort Worth.
DPS officer leaves holstered weapon in restroom at Rockwall-Heath athletics facility, officials say
A holstered gun was found unattended by students in the boys' restroom at the Rockwall-Heath Indoor Athletics facility on Monday morning.
A holstered gun was found unattended by students in the boys' restroom at the Rockwall-Heath Indoor Athletics facility on Monday morning.
Texas camps could pay up to 4,000% more for licenses after deadly flooding
The proposal follows new legislation that aims to protect children from disasters after the July 4 catastrophe claimed the lives of 27 campers and staffers at a popular Central Texas camp.
The proposal follows new legislation that aims to protect children from disasters after the July 4 catastrophe claimed the lives of 27 campers and staffers at a popular Central Texas camp.
Texas woman sentenced for selling fentanyl from hospital room to undercover agent, twice
An Amarillo woman, Katie Jo Pate, 43, was sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of selling fentanyl from her hospital room. Once in 2022 and then again in 2025.
An Amarillo woman, Katie Jo Pate, 43, was sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of selling fentanyl from her hospital room. Once in 2022 and then again in 2025.
Twin brothers from Plano killed in Thanksgiving Day crash
The Plano community is mourning the loss of twin brothers Cole and Huxley Gerrard, who died in a car crash on Thanksgiving Day, according to authorities.
The Plano community is mourning the loss of twin brothers Cole and Huxley Gerrard, who died in a car crash on Thanksgiving Day, according to authorities.
Dallas Shooting: 1 critically injured on Dallas roadway
A man was critically injured in a shooting on South Hampton Road in Dallas on Tuesday morning.
A man was critically injured in a shooting on South Hampton Road in Dallas on Tuesday morning.
North Texas Winter Weather Outlook 2025-2026: Will it snow in Dallas?
Dec. 1 is the start of meteorological winter. So, what will winter look like in North Texas this year? FOX 4 Chief Meteorologist Dan Henry talks about the chances for snow this year in Dallas.
Dec. 1 is the start of meteorological winter. So, what will winter look like in North Texas this year? FOX 4 Chief Meteorologist Dan Henry talks about the chances for snow this year in Dallas.
Texas Tech joins A&M in restricting race, LGBTQ+ course content
The move comes after the Texas A&M system's similar set of rules were put in place, following a controversy that ended in demotions, a firing and a resignation.
The move comes after the Texas A&M system's similar set of rules were put in place, following a controversy that ended in demotions, a firing and a resignation.
Country star Neal McCoy to receive Spirit of Texas Award at 2026 Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame ceremony
The Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame announced its 2026 class of five inductees, honoring figures who have significantly contributed to Western heritage.
The Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame announced its 2026 class of five inductees, honoring figures who have significantly contributed to Western heritage.
Longhorn trots down I-70 in Indiana, narrowly dodging traffic
A longhorn escaped and was spotted trotting down a busy stretch of Interstate 70 near Monrovia, Indiana, on Saturday.
A longhorn escaped and was spotted trotting down a busy stretch of Interstate 70 near Monrovia, Indiana, on Saturday.
9 Texas marijuana dispensaries considered for licenses in medical program expansion
Nine new businesses were conditionally selected by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to dispense low-THC cannabis under the state's Compassionate Use Program (TCUP).
Nine new businesses were conditionally selected by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to dispense low-THC cannabis under the state's Compassionate Use Program (TCUP).
Kids Interview Crowds in the Christmas Capital of Texas
Armed with curiosity and persistence, junior reporters chatted with families enjoying Grapevine’s Christmas holiday drone show, uncovering heartwarming moments amid the freezing temperatures.
Armed with curiosity and persistence, junior reporters chatted with families enjoying Grapevine’s Christmas holiday drone show, uncovering heartwarming moments amid the freezing temperatures.
New Texas law restricting mailed abortion pills takes effect soon
A new Texas law taking effect that restricts the mailing of abortion-inducing medication from out-of-state providers and allows for civil lawsuits against violators, drawing strong criticism from physicians.
A new Texas law taking effect that restricts the mailing of abortion-inducing medication from out-of-state providers and allows for civil lawsuits against violators, drawing strong criticism from physicians.
Hood County Jail nurse indicted in inmate’s death
A Hood County jail nurse has been indicted on criminal charges for allegedly failing to obtain medical care for an inmate, Michael Turner Jr., who died in custody, a development described as highly unusual by jail watchdogs.
A Hood County jail nurse has been indicted on criminal charges for allegedly failing to obtain medical care for an inmate, Michael Turner Jr., who died in custody, a development described as highly unusual by jail watchdogs.
Driver charged in fatal Tesla crash killing attorney
A 26-year-old man is facing intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault charges after police say he crashed his Tesla at high speed in Uptown Dallas, killing a young attorney and injuring two others.
A 26-year-old man is facing intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault charges after police say he crashed his Tesla at high speed in Uptown Dallas, killing a young attorney and injuring two others.
Hood County Jail nurse indicted in inmate’s death, family seeks answers
A Hood County jail nurse has been indicted on criminal charges for allegedly failing to obtain medical care for an inmate, Michael Turner Jr., who died in custody, a development described as highly unusual by jail watchdogs.
A Hood County jail nurse has been indicted on criminal charges for allegedly failing to obtain medical care for an inmate, Michael Turner Jr., who died in custody, a development described as highly unusual by jail watchdogs.
Dallas leaders on the key to Fair Park’s success
Dallas is going back to the drawing board for the future of Fair Park. But a presentation by city staff on plans to activate the space drew criticism from some city council members.
Dallas is going back to the drawing board for the future of Fair Park. But a presentation by city staff on plans to activate the space drew criticism from some city council members.