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Texas will require students to read Bible passages in new state curriculum
In what may be a national first, Texas students will be required to read Bible passages as part of a new statewide reading list.
government
Vendors booted from Denton Community Market host town hall in hopes that board will ‘stop ignoring us’
Former Denton Community Market vendors held a town hall on Tuesday at Dan's Silverleaf to raise awareness about numerous issues, including the banning of more than two dozen vendors from the local market....
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SKYRIZI® (risankizumab-rzaa) Now FDA Approved for Pediatric Use in Psoriatic Disease
SKYRIZI (risankizumab-rzaa) is now approved for patients six years of age and older with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis or active psoriatic arthritisApproval includes a new 55 mg pre-filled syringe to support weight-based dosing for those patients weighing less than 40 kgSKY...
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Johns Hopkins University lays off 110 workers after losing some federal funding
Johns Hopkins University laid off about 110 employees, citing significant cuts to federal research funding. Here's what to know.
government
NACCHO Announces Dr. Patrick McGough as its 2026-2027 Board President
WASHINGTON, June 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO), the voice of the over 3,300 local health departments across the country, announces Patrick McGough (Dr. Mac), DNP, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Public…...
business
Highland Hills breaks ground on new McDonald's
The Highland Hills community in southern Dallas is celebrating the start of construction on a new McDonald's restaurant. While that may not seem exciting to most people, it is for the people who live there. Their closest McDonald's is almost 6 miles away. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb said ...
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Sally C. Box
Sally Carolyn Box, 70, passed away Friday, June 19, 2026, in Knoxville, TN. Sally was born May 14, 1956, in Frisco, TX, to Tommy Ross and Betsy (Brent) Turner. Sally was a happy, loving, and adventurous woman who embraced life…...
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Ora FacePass Launches FP02MY26 8-in-1 AI Biometrics Video Smart Lock
World’s first 8-in-1 smart lock combines biometric access, video monitoring, and connected-home controls in one device.
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Arthur Ryan Kurek Highlights the Lasting Impact of Sports-Based Philanthropy Through St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Arthur Ryan Kurek reflects on years of volunteer leadership with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the power of sports to create hope, connection, and lasting memories for children facing serious illnesses....
business
After Denton grave robbery, community rallies to restore dignity for socialite who died in 1940
A forensic death investigator, law enforcement and members of Denton's Daughters of the American Revolution chapter came together to remember and reinter Mary Myrtle Wright Magee, who died in 1940. Her remains were stolen from a mausoleum at I.O.O.F. Cemetery…...
safety
Cornyn says closed primaries could backfire on Texas GOP, breaking with Abbott, Paxton
WASHINGTON — Sen. John Cornyn on Friday came out against top Texas Republicans’ efforts to close the state’s GOP primaries, warning that to do so would be “paving the way to minority party status.”...
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Chris Vrame Launches the “Finish What You Start” Personal Pledge
Sacramento entrepreneur Chris Vrame is launching a personal commitment initiative encouraging individuals to combat procrastination, follow through on important goals, and strengthen long-term habits through consistent action....
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Frank Saltarelli Launches “Outdoor Living First” Personal Pledge to Encourage More Functional and Sustainable Urban Spaces
Montreal landscape designer Frank Saltarelli is inviting residents to rethink how they use outdoor spaces through practical daily habits that promote connection, sustainability, and better quality of life....
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Emu loose after escaping North Texas home
A 15-month-old pet emu named Temu is missing in the Dallas-Fort Worth area after escaping from his home in Lancaster.
parks
Texas lake 'infested' with invasive species, officials say
An invasive species of shellfish has “infested" a lake near Amarillo, according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
government
Texas leaders to vote on controversial social studies, reading list changes
The Republican-led Texas State Board of Education is expected to cast final votes today on a major curriculum rewrite and a required reading list featuring Bible stories....
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The World Cup is the top focus for international visitors to North Texas. Food is a close second
Soccer may be on the main stage in North Texas during the World Cup, but fans visiting from other countries are treating food as a close second.
Local
List: Independence Day celebrations this weekend and next across Denton County
This year, not only are we celebrating another year of independence — the United States is celebrating 250 years of it.
safety
Denton PD: No injuries after gunshots fired on Morse Street
Denton police are investigating gunshots possibly fired from a vehicle on Morse Street late Thursday morning. There were no reports of injuries.
schools
Massachusetts House passes bill protecting libraries from book bans
Lawmakers in Massachusetts are hoping to put into law a bill to give librarians more authority to protect against book bans in schools and libraries.
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Colorado mom allegedly bought alcohol daily for 16-year-old daughter found dead with 173 empty bottles
A Colorado mother has been charged in connection with the death of her 16-year-old daughter, who prosecutors say drank herself to death and had 173 empty alcohol bottles hidden in her bedroom....
safety
Mistrial declared after jury deadlocks in Palisades Fire trial
A federal judge declared a mistrial in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire....
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Texas on track to be hit by big batch of Saharan dust
A massive plume of dust from the Sahara Desert in Africa is bound for Texas.
parks
Argentina fans to take over Klyde Warren Park before World Cup match
Hundreds of Argentina fans are expected to gather at Klyde Warren Park in Dallas this Friday ahead of the team's World Cup group stage match against Jordan at Dallas Stadium....
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Long-term ties to assistant coach lead Berkner CB Mehki Jessie to commit to UNT
North Texas picked up a commitment from Richardson Berkner cornerback Mehki Jessie this week. Jessie cited his relationship with cornerbacks coach Corey Jordan as a key reason for his decision....
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Giraffe that escaped Texas ranch spotted by helicopter, manager says
A giraffe that escaped a ranch in the Texas Hill Country two weeks ago has been located, according to the manager of the ranch.
Local
Watch: Denton's first Halloween 2026 teaser asks, 'What was in that time capsule?'
Halloween is still months away, but Denton is already preparing for another year of events, decorations and fun. A new promotional video from the city of Denton is setting the stage for this year's celebration and pulling from Denton lore…...
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More Buc-ee's locations announced in national expansion
Popular mega-gas station chain Buc-ee’s opened up their first location in Arizona this week, bringing their nationwide total to 56 locations across 13 states....
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Dallas shooting leaves 1 dead, multiple suspects detained
Multiple people are in custody following a deadly shooting early Friday morning at a Dallas apartment complex on Linfield Road.
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SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect July 1 in Arkansas — See what other states have bans
Arkansas is implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too....
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Social Security July payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security July payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Local
ICYMI: Pump the brakes on development and data centers, Denton spots close and neighborhood whimsy
Catch up on any stories you might have missed this week from the Denton Record-Chronicle.
safety
Teens arrested for March, June murders in Dallas
Two teenagers have been arrested in connection to two separate shootings that left multiple people dead in Dallas. FOX 4's David Sentendrey has more.
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Michele Montoya Named Host of The American Dream’s Portland Edition on Travel Channel
Oregon’s Top-Ranked Realtor and Leader of Envision Home Properties Group Brings 20+ Years of Expertise to National Television
