TEA commissioner weighs drastic choices for Lake Worth ISD's future

One Lake Worth school has earned its fifth-consecutive unacceptable academic accountability rating. As a result, the TEA commissioner says he only has two choices going forward.

These 17 Texas propositions are on the ballot for the November election

The amendments largely deal with tax reductions for select members of the state population, prevention of additional taxes, and funding for certain institutions and infrastructure.

Woman's decomposing body found in Decatur

A rancher found the badly decomposed body of a woman not far from Decatur High School on Monday.

Second suspect wanted in In-N-Out restaurant assault

The Austin Police Department is looking for help identifying two men who assaulted a person at an In-N-Out restaurant.

Carrollton man accused of murdering girlfriend dies in Van Alstyne standoff

A Carrollton man, the suspect in the fatal shooting of his 24-year-old girlfriend, was tracked by his cell phone to Van Alstyne where he died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound following a police standoff.

Gov. Abbott orders state-led homeless encampment removal in Austin

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday directed state agencies to begin a concerted operation to remove homeless encampments and enforce laws in Austin, citing public safety concerns over "weapons, needles, and other debris" littering the city's streets and state property.

Where to vote: Rockwall County early voting locations

Early voting for the November 2025 election begins on Oct. 20. Here is a list of early voting locations in Rockwall County.

Where to vote: Collin County early voting locations

Early voting for the November 2025 election begins on Oct. 20. Here is a list of Collin County early voting locations.

Where to vote: Denton County early voting locations

Early voting for the November 2025 election begins on Oct. 20. Here is a list of Denton County early voting locations.

Where to vote: Tarrant County early voting locations

Early voting for the November 2025 election begins on Oct. 20. Here is a list of early voting locations in Tarrant County.

Where to vote: Dallas County early voting locations

Early voting for the November 2025 election begins on Oct. 20. Here is a list of early voting locations in Dallas County.

Mayor Johnson challenges Dallas Police Chief's "unilateral" rejection of $25M ICE funds

This news story describes the controversy sparked by Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux's rejection of a $25 million offer from ICE, leading to a public dispute with Mayor Eric Johnson and the backing of the Chief by several city council members.

Dallas Police Operation nets 16 felony arrests, seizes guns and drugs

Dallas Police conducted a major joint operation in the city's southwest area, resulting in 16 felony arrests and the seizure of drugs and weapons.

Dallas Halloween home's lights are too bright, too popular, and now a City Hall problem

Dallas city officials are seeking new regulations to curb massive crowds and public safety concerns caused by a viral Preston Hollow home known for its extravagant holiday decorations.