Dallas highways turn into illegal parking lots for New Year’s fireworks

Drivers illegally parked on Dallas highways and bridges to watch New Year’s Eve fireworks, causing massive gridlock that blocked emergency access and prevented residents from reaching their homes.

Texas couple faces prison for $5 million wire fraud
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A North Texas man pleaded guilty to wire fraud after posing as an architect to scam over 40 families out of nearly $5 million.

Zohran Mamdani begins his term as NYC mayor with an historic swearing in

Zohran Mamdani became mayor of New York City on Thursday, taking over one of the most unrelenting jobs in American politics with a promise to transform government on behalf of the city's striving, struggling working class. 

North Texans welcome first 2026 babies and share goals
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To welcome 2026 to North Texas, there's nothing like the new year for inspiring people to make a change. 

Odessa murder suspect arrested in Arlington after New Year’s Day shooting

At approximately 3:27 a.m. on January 1, 2026, Ector County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a shots-fired call in the 1100 block of W. 57th Street in Odessa, Texas.

Family pleads for release of ICE detainee as disabled son’s health declines

Maher Tarabishi's family has been fighting to have him released from ICE custody on humanitarian grounds, calling him the primary caregiver for his disabled adult son.

ICE detains man with disabled son and health concerns
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Maher Tarabishi's family has been fighting to have him released from ICE custody on humanitarian grounds, calling him the primary caregiver for his disabled adult son.

Dallas County scraps plan to hand count primary ballots
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The Dallas County Republican Party has scrapped its plan to hand-count ballots for the upcoming March primary, citing a significant shortage of volunteers.

5 juveniles shot at New Year's Eve party in Round Rock

The Round Rock Police Department is investigating a New Year's Eve shooting that left five people hurt.

Dallas County GOP scraps plan to hand count primary ballots

The Dallas County Republican Party has scrapped its plan to hand-count ballots for the upcoming March primary, citing a significant shortage of volunteers.

Dallas crash: Teen critically injured, one arrested after multi-vehicle New Year's Day wreck

A teenager is in critical condition and one person is in custody following a multi-vehicle crash on North Central Expressway early New Year’s Day, according to Dallas police.

WATCH: Allen High School students perform in 2026 Rose Parade

The Allen Eagles Escadrille, which is made up of members of the school's marching band and drill team, battled the rain to perform in the 2026 Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California.

FOX 4's sneak peek of Palo Pinto Mountains State Park

Texas will soon have a new 4,871-acre state park located about 75 miles west of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The park sits on former ranch land and features rolling hills, unique rock formations, diverse habitats, and the 90-acre Tucker Lake.