Virginia redistricting update: Judge blocks certification of new congressional maps

A Virginia judge has blocked certification of the state’s newly approved congressional maps, striking down the election certification less than a day after voters backed the mid‑term redistricting plan.

Legal battle over Texas 'Total THC' rule and licensing fees delayed until April 28

The high-stakes legal showdown over the future of Texas’ hemp industry has been pushed back. A hearing on the continuation of the lifted ban, originally scheduled for today, April 23, has been postponed by agreement between legal counsel until at least April 28.

Naked man beat delivery driver to death with firewood
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A Tarrant County judge found Christantus Omondi not guilty by reason of insanity for the 2024 beating death of firewood delivery driver Scotty Jackson in Fort Worth.

Tanner Horner's mother breaks down during testimony
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The mother of Tanner Horner broke down on the stand today during the third week of the trial to decide whether Athena Strand's convicted killer will get the death penalty or life in prison. FOX 4's Peyton Yager has more.

Mexican national sentenced to 17+ years for smuggling meth in propane tanks

A Mexican man was sentenced to 17.5 years in prison after federal agents found 163kg of meth hidden inside propane tanks at the Texas border.

Gainesville ISD admits former special education teacher kicked student after initial denial

After initially denying any abusive behavior took place, Gainesville ISD has now said a former special education teacher did kick a special needs student in a video provided to FOX 4 earlier this month.

Armenian national pleads guilty in Texas to smuggling U.S. tech to Russia

An Armenian national has pleaded guilty to a multi-year conspiracy involving the illegal export of restricted U.S. technology to Russia in violation of federal sanctions.

Baylor University hosts dueling political events featuring Ken Paxton and LGBTQ+ advocates

Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.

Dallas to study shingle plant buyouts following neighborhood complaints

The Dallas City Council will pay $200,000 for a consultant to appraise two shingle plants in West Dallas and Joppa where residents have cited health concerns and air pollution.

Tanner Horner's mother testifies in son's defense
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Tanner Horner's mother was put on the stand today by his defense as they try to keep Athena Strand's killer out of the Texas death chamber. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more.

Map: The fastest-warming US states revealed

A new analysis reveals just how much the U.S. has warmed since the first Earth Day, showing dramatic temperature increases across every state and nearly every major city.

Hostages safe after 30 hour police standoff in Aubrey
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A suspect is in custody and the women he held hostage are now safe after a nearly 30 hour standoff with police in Aubrey ended early Wednesday morning. FOX 4's Steven Dial has more.

Trackdown: Fort Worth Scammer steals thousands from elderly woman
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A scammer in Fort Worth posed as a bank security guard and stole tens of thousands of dollars from an elderly resident. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb has more in this episode of Trackdown.

Pollution concerns could close two Dallas shingle plants
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Concerns over pollution have led Dallas to hire a consultant to review whether to buy out two shingle-producing plants. FOX 4's Lori Brown has more.

Several injured in fatal DeSoto business park shooting
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At least one person has died after a shooting in a DeSoto business park, and several others were injured. FOX 4's Alex Boyer has more.

2 Texas universities named to Forbes "New Ivies" list for AI-ready graduates

Two top-tier Texas universities have officially been named "New Ivies" by Forbes for producing the elite talent today’s AI-driven workforce is looking for.