Denton man pleads guilty to murder in arson that killed older couple just before Christmas 2024
A 37-year-old Denton man pleaded guilty Tuesday to murder and fatal arson in a deliberate house fire that killed two grandparents in December 2024.
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UNT to host McNeese in intriguing early-season basketball showdown
Daniyal Robinson didn’t inherit much from former North Texas coach Ross Hodge when he took over the program ahead of last season.
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What’s next for Denton’s District 1? Runoff set, but who will join Busby on the ballot is up in the air
District 1 voters will be returning to the polls Dec. 12 for a third time in less than a year to fill a former Denton City Council member’s unexpired term that ends in May....
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UNT lineman Keon Johnson following in football footsteps of mom, who was a pro
North Texas offensive lineman Keon Johnson is the son of a former pro women's player, Elizabeth Jenkins.
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Police: Denton apartment resident chases, punches burglar who then fled in vehicle
A Denton resident told officers Tuesday that he punched one of two men who tried to burglarize his apartment patio, according to a police report.
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Round 3 volleyball schedule: Argyle, Aubrey, Sanger and Ponder headed to regional semifinals
Four Denton-area volleyball teams remain alive going into the regional semifinal round of the UIL playoffs later this week. Argyle gets local squads underway Thursday before Aubrey and Sanger play Friday and Ponder completes the round Saturday....
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UNT women’s soccer team clinches postseason spot after a rout of Tulsa
TULSA, Okla. — The Mean Green soccer team had a very clear mission on Tuesday night in its regular-season finale.
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UNT women’s soccer clinches postseason spot after a rout of Tulsa
TULSA, Okla. — The Mean Green soccer team had a very clear mission on Tuesday night in its regular-season finale.
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Eight Autumn Outdoor Power Equipment Tips to Avoid Headaches Later
(NAPSI)—Once the grass gets its final cut and the leaves are handled, it’s time to swap out the lawn mower, blower, and trimmer for the snow thrower, generator, and chainsaw. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) says handling equipment this…...
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Seeing the Benefits of an Eye Exam
(NAPSI)—Most people remember receiving vision screenings at school; a simple test to determine whether a student was seeing well or needed glasses. What some don’t realize is that staying current on eye exams should be a lifelong habit. It is…...
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Flu Season Is Here: 3 Steps to Take Now
(NAPSI)—Influenza (flu) is nothing to sneeze at. It’s a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. There are two main types of flu virus: A and B....
