Texas Senate panel lays groundwork for renewed push to ban THC products
The Texas Senate Committee on Health and Human Services held a public hearing Tuesday to gather information that will shape future legislation on THC products sold in the state.
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Mistrial declared in Johnson Co. Sheriff's trial
A mistrial has been declared in the Johnson County Sheriff's retaliation trial, meaning a new jury and new trial date will happen in the near future. FOX 4's Peyton Yager has more.
Former juvenile probation officer sentenced for soliciting sex from minor in Wylie
A man who traveled to North Texas under the guise of molesting a child will serve a lengthy prison sentence.
Arlington man accused of shooting coworker in parking lot
An Arlington man has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly shooting his coworker in a GM plant's parking lot on Tuesday morning. FOX 4's Amelia Jones has more.
2 arrested in connection to fatal June shooting in McKinney
McKinney Police have made multiple arrests in connection to a shooting at an apartment complex in McKinney that left a man dead.
Denton ISD clarifies Ten Commandments poster rollout after nonprofit’s donation
Officials at Denton ISD said the district has been posting donated posters of the Ten Commandments as they’ve received them since state lawmakers passed a law requiring it.
‘I can’t keep sending them emails’: Lake owner wants Denton to act on construction waste a year after fish kill
Unicorn Lake Trail is “Denton’s most ‘mythical sounding’ park,” the Denton Parks Foundation website says. The lake's name pays homage to the mascot of the Selwyn School, the private school that was once located on the property in the late…
Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa proposes $1,500 refund for Texans
Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa is proposing $1,500 payments to Texans, saying the money should come from the state's multibillion-dollar surplus instead of remaining in reserve.
DEA seizes 66 pounds of meth and thousands of pills in North Texas drug raid
Three men face federal charges after a multi-month investigation in Abilene led to the seizure of firearms and dozens of pounds of meth, cocaine, and counterfeit pills.
Karmelo Anthony attorneys file motions for new trial, judge recusal in Frisco stabbing case
Karmelo Anthony's new defense team filed motions for a new trial and to recuse Judge John Roach Jr. from the case Tuesday.
Map: Denton police reports from June 29 to July 5, 2026
The Denton Police Department arrested 58 individuals and responded to 3,002 service and officer-initiated calls from June 29 to July 5, 2026.
Dallas baseball field damaged by illegal fireworks
A baseball field in Dallas was heavily damaged by a fire caused by illegal fireworks on the 4th of July. FOX 4's Lori Brown has more.
Karmelo Anthony's legal team wants new judge for appeal
The new legal team working on Karmelo Anthony's murder conviction appeal wants a new judge for a potential new trial. FOX 4's Steven Dial has more.
Johnson County Sheriff awaits jury verdict
Adam King, the Johnson County Sheriff, is waiting for a jury to hand out a verdict in the trial over allegations of retaliation by his former chief deputy. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more.
Over 600 drones have now been seized near World Cup sites
More than 600 drones have been seized near FIFA World Cup venues since the tournament began, according to the TSA.
Texas Senate panel lays groundwork for renewed push to ban THC products
The Texas Senate Committee on Health and Human Services held a public hearing Tuesday to gather information that will shape future legislation on THC products sold in the state.
Denton County reports two cases of diarrhea-causing parasite amid U.S. outbreak
Denton County Public Health received two laboratory reports of cyclosporiasis in May. The CDC, FDA, state and local health officials are working to identify potential sources for 145 cases of cyclosporiasis in the U.S., reported from May 1 to June…
Karmelo Anthony seeks retrial and judge’s removal
Lawyers for Karmelo Anthony, convicted of murder in the Frisco track meet stabbing of Austin Metcalf, have filed motions for a new trial and the recusal of Collin County Judge John Roach, citing problematic public comments and constitutional violations.
Fort Worth resident is 50 millionth fan to attend a FIFA World Cup match
Over 50 million fans have now attended a World Cup match, and lucky number 50 million lives in Fort Worth.
Aubrey's Abby Lynch-Buxton earns TSWA softball all-state honors
Aubrey senior Abby Lynch-Buxton earned recognition among the top softball players in Texas this week as part of the TSWA's all-state teams. The standout catcher and Ole Miss signee was the lone Denton-area selection.
Texas Medical Association proposes age limit on prediction markets to prevent gambling addiction
An association of Texas doctors wants state lawmakers to implement more regulations and safeguards on “prediction market platforms” that pediatricians say contribute to gambling addictions.
Ken Paxton vowed to crack down on ‘illegal voting.’ He may have violated Texas election law.
Two weeks before this year’s primary elections, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the creation of a tip line for the public to report people or groups suspected of voter fraud.
Gina Hinojosa proposes sending every Texas household $1,500 in her bid to oust Greg Abbott
State Rep. Gina Hinojosa, the Democratic nominee for governor, is promising to send each Texas household a $1,500 check drawn from the state’s rainy day fund if she defeats Gov. Greg Abbott this November.
Texas community colleges showing small signs of recovery after enrollment decline, report finds
Texas community colleges have struggled with enrollment over the past 15 years as many high school graduates opted to go straight into the workforce, but a new report points to signs of the campuses pivoting to stay relevant.
The McKinney airport expansion is taking off. Here’s what you need to know
People in McKinney soon won’t have to travel as far to get to the airport — flights out of the city’s commercial airport are set to start in November after years of controversy over the airport’s expansion.
A guide to Denton culture: Landmarks, legends and local lingo explained
Are you new to Denton, or do you need a hand deciphering some of the lingo used by terminally online townies?
College Football 27 video game gives UNT high marks entering 2026 season
EA Sports’ new College Football 27 video game paints an optimistic picture of North Texas' chances to excel this season. The Mean Green are tied with Memphis and South Florida for the top overall grade among American Conference teams.
Popular video game College Football 27 paints optimistic picture of UNT for upcoming season
EA Sports’ new College Football 27 video game paints an optimistic picture of North Texas' chances to excel this season. The Mean Green are tied with Memphis and South Florida for the top overall grade among American Conference teams.
Watch: Star-spangled skydiver crash-lands into packed rodeo
A patriotic entrance took a dramatic turn at a California rodeo when a skydiver carrying a giant American flag lost control and crashed near the crowd.
WATCH: Forney officer, Kaufman County deputy narrow escape after driver hits parked patrol car
A Kaufman County Sheriff’s deputy and a Forney police officer narrowly escaped injury early Sunday morning after a passing vehicle struck a parked patrol car on the freeway, prompting authorities to issue a stark safety reminder to motorists.
Midtown building remains unstable as buckled columns keep moving; evacuations still in place
A major Midtown Manhattan thoroughfare remains gridlocked and seven surrounding buildings have been evacuated after two columns buckled inside a high-rise construction site, rendering the building highly unstable.
Former Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD teacher facing new criminal charges
Former Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD middle school teacher Haley Radabaugh faces new charges for allegedly having an improper relationship with a student. She was also arrested in May on child grooming charges.
Vehicle slams into parked police cruiser in Forney, missing first responders by feet
A Forney police officer and Kaufman County deputy narrowly escaped injury after a vehicle struck their parked cruiser, prompting a reminder of Texas's Move Over law.
Charlie Kirk murder: Prosecutors show video of suspect Tyler Robinson on campus on day of shooting
During the second day of the preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, the Utah man charged in the killing of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, prosecutors showed never-before-seen security video of Robinson on the Utah Valley University campus on Sept. 10, the day he's accused of shooting an...
Fireworks to blame for fire that destroyed turf on Dallas baseball field
Fire investigators have ruled a Sunday blaze that scorched a baseball field at a Dallas park as accidental, blaming expended fireworks for sparking the fire.
Wind turbine company must start cleanup process at Texas facilities, court says
A Texas wind turbine company must stop accepting wind turbine blades and begin the cleanup process at two of its facilities in Sweetwater, according to a temporary injunction from a Travis County district court judge.
Suspect arrested for murder after fatal South Dallas beating
A 23-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the fatal beating of a man in South Dallas last month, authorities announced Tuesday.
Denton PD: Pedestrian hospitalized with serious injuries after crash
Denton police reported that a pedestrian was seriously injured when a vehicle struck her in the middle of East McKinney Street on Monday night.
Denton PD: Pedestrian hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after crash
Denton police reported that a pedestrian was seriously injured when a vehicle struck her in the middle of East McKinney Street on Monday night.
Pedestrian killed in Grand Prairie after Maserati misses curve
Authorities have identified a 50-year-old woman who was struck and killed by a luxury vehicle early Sunday morning in Grand Prairie.
Dallas police ambush 10-year anniversary tributes honor fallen officers
Dallas marks 10 years since the July 7, 2016, downtown ambush with tributes honoring the five fallen DPD and DART officers killed in the attack.