Dallas ISD approves $6.2B bond to replace aging schools
Dallas ISD voters have overwhelmingly approved a historic $6.2 billion bond package, the largest in Texas history, to replace aging facilities and eliminate portable classrooms over the next decade.
Dallas ISD voters have overwhelmingly approved a historic $6.2 billion bond package, the largest in Texas history, to replace aging facilities and eliminate portable classrooms over the next decade.
Suspect in Texas hospitalized after shooting following vehicle theft, police chase
A suspect wanted on multiple felonies was shot and hospitalized after allegedly stealing a vehicle at gunpoint and firing an AR-15-style rifle at a Grand Prairie police officer following a brief chase.
A suspect wanted on multiple felonies was shot and hospitalized after allegedly stealing a vehicle at gunpoint and firing an AR-15-style rifle at a Grand Prairie police officer following a brief chase.
United flight strikes light pole and tractor-trailer landing at Newark Airport
A United Airlines flight arriving from Venice made contact with a light pole while on its final approach to Newark Liberty International Airport on Sunday afternoon, according to an airline statement.
A United Airlines flight arriving from Venice made contact with a light pole while on its final approach to Newark Liberty International Airport on Sunday afternoon, according to an airline statement.
2 dead, 10 injured in targeted shooting at Amarillo apartment complex
Two teenagers were killed and 10 others wounded in a targeted shooting at an Amarillo apartment complex early Saturday after suspects allegedly followed the victims from a previous gathering.
Two teenagers were killed and 10 others wounded in a targeted shooting at an Amarillo apartment complex early Saturday after suspects allegedly followed the victims from a previous gathering.
Forney ISD teacher and principal removed after misconduct claims, name change discovery
A Forney ISD teacher and several staff members were removed from a Forney ISD school following a multi-agency misconduct investigation that revealed the teacher had previously been acquitted of criminal charges under a different legal name.
A Forney ISD teacher and several staff members were removed from a Forney ISD school following a multi-agency misconduct investigation that revealed the teacher had previously been acquitted of criminal charges under a different legal name.
Nearly 4.3 million Americans lost SNAP benefits last year
Nearly 4.3 million Americans stopped receiving SNAP benefits from January 2025 through January 2026. Experts say it's because of changes that make the program harder to access.
Nearly 4.3 million Americans stopped receiving SNAP benefits from January 2025 through January 2026. Experts say it's because of changes that make the program harder to access.
Saginaw lifts boil water notice after testing confirms water is safe
The City of Saginaw has officially lifted its boil water notice and ended bottled water distribution after laboratory tests confirmed the water system is safe following a water main break.
The City of Saginaw has officially lifted its boil water notice and ended bottled water distribution after laboratory tests confirmed the water system is safe following a water main break.
DART to terminate bus, paratransit services in Highland Park following May election
Voters in Highland Park have elected to leave the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system, making it the first member city to withdraw from the regional network.
Voters in Highland Park have elected to leave the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system, making it the first member city to withdraw from the regional network.
Trump says GLP-1 weight-loss drugs coming at $50 for Medicare patients
President Trump announced the popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs would soon be more accessible to millions of Americans at a cost of only $50 per month.
President Trump announced the popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs would soon be more accessible to millions of Americans at a cost of only $50 per month.
African Lion 2026: 2 US service members missing in Morocco
Two U.S. service members participating in the war games exercise African Lion have been reported missing in Morocco.
Two U.S. service members participating in the war games exercise African Lion have been reported missing in Morocco.
Man shot and killed following parking lot fight in Uptown Dallas
A fight in a parking lot turned deadly early Monday morning in Uptown Dallas, leaving one man dead and police searching for a shooter who ran from the scene.
A fight in a parking lot turned deadly early Monday morning in Uptown Dallas, leaving one man dead and police searching for a shooter who ran from the scene.
Pedestrian struck and killed by train in south Irving
Police are investigating after a pedestrian was struck and killed by a train in south Irving late Sunday night.
Police are investigating after a pedestrian was struck and killed by a train in south Irving late Sunday night.
National Nurses Week 2026: Deals and discounts
Some restaurants are offering deals and freebies to celebrate National Nurses Week, which runs May 6-12.
Some restaurants are offering deals and freebies to celebrate National Nurses Week, which runs May 6-12.
Victim names released in fiery plane crash that killed 5 in Central Texas
The names of all five people killed in the Central Texas plane crash late Thursday night have been released.
The names of all five people killed in the Central Texas plane crash late Thursday night have been released.
Kentucky teen charged in deadly bank robbery after high-speed chase
An 18-year-old Kentucky man, identified as Brailen Weaver, has been charged by federal investigators in connection with a deadly bank robbery in Berea that left two people dead.
An 18-year-old Kentucky man, identified as Brailen Weaver, has been charged by federal investigators in connection with a deadly bank robbery in Berea that left two people dead.
Kentucky Derby 2026 winner: Golden Tempo races to historic win for trainer
Golden Tempo came charging from the back of the field at Churchill Downs and took the lead when it counted to win the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.
Golden Tempo came charging from the back of the field at Churchill Downs and took the lead when it counted to win the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.
National Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 deals and discounts
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.
Pedestrian dead after Friday night crash in Plano
A pedestrian is dead after being hit by a truck Friday night in Plano.
A pedestrian is dead after being hit by a truck Friday night in Plano.
New Texas BJ's Wholesale Club location offers $2 gas for members
Another Texas location of BJ's Wholesale Club is on its way, and they say it's coming with a $2 price tag on gas for a members-only grand opening.
Another Texas location of BJ's Wholesale Club is on its way, and they say it's coming with a $2 price tag on gas for a members-only grand opening.
Abbott adds another North Texas county to disaster declaration
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has added Palo Pinto County, west of the DFW Metroplex, to the list of areas included in a state disaster declaration after this week's devastating storms.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has added Palo Pinto County, west of the DFW Metroplex, to the list of areas included in a state disaster declaration after this week's devastating storms.