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Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year

From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.

Fort Worth City Council calls for pause on data centers

Residents of Fort Worth have been pushing back against data center construction this week, and now several Fort Worth City Council members are joining them. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more.

Dallas public libraries closed during citywide furlough day

Dallas residents hoping to use public libraries on Friday were disappointed to find their doors locked due to a citywide furlough day. FOX 4's Lori Brown has more on how the city is trying to tackle its budget crisis.

Dozens displaced by overnight Dallas condo fire

45 people are now without a home after a blaze broke out at a condo complex in Far Northeast Dallas on Thursday night. FXO 4's Alex Boyer has more from the residents displaced.

Residents lament Dallas public library closures on citywide furlough day

Dallas enacted the first of three mandatory furlough days on Friday, and residents hoping to spend summer hours at public libraries were disappointed to find them closed.

Tennessee double-homicide suspect arrested by Border Patrol in Texas

A man wanted in connection with a double homicide in Tennessee was arrested by Border Patrol in Texas this week.

Denton resident diagnosed with West Nile virus is first case in 2026

Denton County Public Health reported a Denton resident is the first person diagnosed with West Nile virus this year in the county on Friday.

James Wayne Calvert

James “Wayne” Calvert 98 of Denton passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Presbyterian Hospital of Denton. He was born February 11, 1928, in Bartonville to John Martin and Sealie McCleod Calvert. He attended Lewisville Public Schools and graduated from…

Astros, Rangers renew Texas rivalry this weekend with 3-game series

The Houston Astros and the Texas Rangers will renew their in-state rivalry with a three-game series this weekend.

Denton community members invited to unite against AI data centers at political groups’ town hall

When they’re completed in fall 2026, Denton’s Core Scientific and QumulusAI data centers will contract enough wattage from the ERCOT grid that “could power 8.5 DFW International Airports, 495 H-E-Bs and 82,000 homes in Denton (at this time there are…

DART names finalists for vacant CEO position

Three finalists have been announced for DART's open President & CEO position.

Do your homework to find plants that thrive in North Texas summers

We know a lot about how to protect ourselves during the heat. We use sunscreen, wear appropriate clothing, monitor our sun exposure and, most importantly, stay hydrated.

Aaron Reitz, former Texas AG candidate, named federal attorney for Southern Texas

Aaron Reitz, a former candidate for Texas attorney general, was sworn in Thursday as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas.

'We're trying to help people grow the game': An enthusiast showcases soccer history in Frisco

Martin Kelman lives and breathes soccer.

Man dies in Frisco Lakes community pool

A man was discovered deceased Friday morning in a pool at the Frisco Lakes retirement community.

Affidavit: Plano ISD teacher touched female students at his desk

More details have been released in the case of a Brinker Elementary School teacher who is accused of sexually abusing a second grader. Plano ISD has also taken steps to fire him.

TWU grad moves into the CBS ‘Big Brother’ house for season 28

Season 28 of the long-running CBS reality TV show Big Brother premiered Thursday. The first episode showed 16 contestants, or — as the show calls them — houseguests, “moving in’ to the house.

Lewisville police investigating fetus found at Lake Park

Lewisville police are investigating after a deceased fetus was located at Lake Park on Friday, according to a news release.

Lewisville police investigating deceased fetus found at Lake Park

Lewisville police are investigating after a deceased fetus was located at Lake Park on Friday, according to a news release.

'Intentionally discarded' human fetus found at Lewisville Lake Park

Lewisville police are investigating after a human fetus, estimated to be about 5 to 6 months' gestation, was found “intentionally discarded" along the Lake Park shoreline on Friday morning.

Fort Worth data center moratorium requested by 5 council members

Five Fort Worth City Council members are calling for a temporary pause on new data center construction to address residents’ concerns over noise pollution, infrastructure demands, and water and energy consumption.

TWU alumnus Merrilee Kick started the BuzzBallz brand and became a mogul

What does a cocktail-in-a-ball have in common with an MBA thesis? Merrilee Alexander Kick.

Fort Worth leaders want to pause data center work

Five Fort Worth city council members are calling for a temporary pause on the construction of new data centers within the city limits.

UNT faces a host of challenges heading into fall practice, starting with building team chemistry

North Texas faces a host of lingering issues heading into fall practice. The challenge of building team chemistry tops our list

'Evil Dead Burn' review: Grief, gore and evil catch fire

Evil Dead Burn is a vicious, blood-soaked franchise entry that turns grief, domestic abuse and generational trauma into a claustrophobic nightmare — and despite a late stumble, proves there is still fresh hell to raise in the Evil Dead universe.

‘It could happen here’: North Texas activists call for action against ICE after Houston shooting

North Texas community organizers are asking for accountability in the death of a man killed by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Houston.

Arlington World Cup matches boost local economy with record hotel revenue

The city of Arlington anticipates a massive economic impact from hosting nine World Cup matches, driven by record-shattering hotel revenues and a significant boost in traffic for local businesses.

Dallas condo fire leaves 45 people homeless

Dozens of condos in Far Northeast Dallas were destroyed by an overnight fire, leaving about 45 people homeless.

3-alarm Dallas condo fire displaces 45 residents

An overnight three-alarm fire at the Cambridge Park Condominiums near Audelia Road and Skillman Street in Far Northeast Dallas damaged 24 units and displaced 45 residents, though no injuries were reported.

Fort Worth H-E-B to remain closed Friday after fire in meat case

Firefighters say a blaze at a Fort Worth HEB has been contained, one that began in the store's meat department.

Six players represent baseball in Texas at 2026 MLB All-Star Weekend

Texas baseball fans will have plenty of familiar names to follow during the 2026 MLB All-Star Weekend in Philadelphia this weekend.

ICYMI: Fireworks for a good cause, $1M donation to TWU and Denton's homelessness efforts

Catch up on any stories you might have missed this week from the Denton Record-Chronicle.

Scott Rogers Awarded British Empire Medal in 2026 King’s Birthday Honours for Services to Disability Sport

H-E-B in Fort Worth closed after catching fire

An H-E-B store in Fort Worth caught fire on Thursday. Firefighters have since contained the blaze, which began in the store's meat department. FOX 4's Amelia Jones has more on this breaking news.

Suspect had hundreds of recordings of women at Irving stores

19-year-old Makarious Bates was found with hundreds of invasive photos and videos from dressing rooms at Irving stores, and police fear there are many more victims. FOX 4's David Sentendrey has more.

Racially-motivated shooting suspect takes plea deal

A Dallas man will spend over a decade in prison after taking a plea deal and admitting his 2022 shooting of an Asian-owned hair salon was racially motivated. FOX 4's Peyton Yager has more.

Dallas furlough days affect libraries, cultural centers

Dallas is implementing furlough days for city employees, and the first one will affect several highly-used public services in the city. FOX 4's Amelia Jones has more.

VMCcerts Unifies the Email Trust Ecosystem for Brands and Agencies

VMCcerts introduces a unified email trust platform combining BIMI certificates, DMARC services, S/MIME certificates, authentication tools, and agency solutions to simplify trusted email deployment for businesses and agencies.

Eden Regal Ballroom & Catering Opens Its Doors for July 26 Open House in Hollywood, FL

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Henderson Law Reminds Santa Rosa and Sonoma County Residents of Their Rights After an Accident, Injury, or Loss

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