Texas investigation examines Discord after Charlie Kirk shooting

Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the investigation Thursday, accusing the popular chat platform of exposing minors to extremism.

Educator no longer with Weatherford ISD after video shows restraint of autistic boy

A Weatherford ISD educator resigned after video surfaced showing her physically restraining an 8-year-old special needs student on the ground, an incident the parents were not informed about for months.

Mercantile Building residents evicted: Building unsafe for prolonged period

After a severe flood and electrical short, residents of a downtown Dallas high-rise were told their leases are terminated and they must permanently vacate the uninhabitable building within 30 days without the use of elevators or power.

North Texas transportation plans in works for 2026 FIFA World Cup

While the matches will be played at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, the expected 100,000 daily visitors will be hosted throughout the region. Plans were discussed Thursday for what transportation will look like during the international event.

Dallas Park Department pushes for year-round activation of Fair Park

After seven "lost" years under private control, the City of Dallas has resumed management of Fair Park with a goal to activate the space year-round by adding retail, hotels, and sports opportunities.

AG Paxton files motion to keep Democrats from voting in Texas GOP primaries

Paxton filed the motion jointly in a federal court with the Republican Party of Texas on Thursday. The RPT sued Secretary of State Jane Nelson at the beginning of September to achieve the same goal.

Dallas community reacts to Abbott's threat against rainbow crosswalks

Dallas could lose state funding if rainbow crosswalks and other similar displays are not painted over. The Texas Department of Public Transportation said cities must remove street art with “political ideologies" within 30 days.

Paxton, Crockett lead in latest Senate primary polls

Statewide polling shows Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton with a narrow lead over incumbent Sen. John Cornyn for the Republican Senate nomination, while U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett leads among likely Democratic candidates.

Investigation leads to second arrest of Celina ISD teacher on child pornography charge

Celina ISD teacher and coach William Caleb Elliott has been arrested on a new, second-degree felony charge of possession or promotion of child pornography following an ongoing police investigation.

UNT Football sells out DATCU Stadium for first time in program history

In honor of their historic first sellout against No. 24 South Florida on Friday, UNT canceled classes after noon, setting the stage for the biggest game in DATCU Stadium history.

West 7th Shooting: Suspect charged in deadly gang-related shooting at nightclub

Fort Worth police have made an arrest in the deadly, alleged gang-related shooting that left one person dead and five injured in the West 7th Street entertainment district last weekend.

Ex-police chief charged for fueling wife's car with city credit card

A former North Texas police chief and a former officer were arrested and charged with multiple counts of fraud and theft after allegedly using a city credit card to purchase fuel for their personal and wives' vehicles.

State Fair of Texas expands free student tickets to weekends

The State Fair of Texas has announced new options for students to use their free tickets, aiming to make it easier for families to attend the annual event.

Texas National Guard troops begin tasks in Chicago area: AP

The job is the first word on what the troops are doing outside the state since they were mobilized to the area.