Federal and state health officials are investigating a rise in infections caused by a microscopic parasite that can trigger days or weeks of severe diarrhea, with Texas among the states reporting illnesses this spring and summer.
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Watch the full fireworks display from Klyde Warren Park in Dallas on July 4, 2026.
Watch the full fireworks show put on in Fort Worth from July 4th, 2026.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott spoke in Kerrville on Saturday to mark one year since the deadly Hill Country flooding that claimed 136 lives across Central Texas.
Federal and state health officials are investigating a rise in infections caused by a microscopic parasite that can trigger days or weeks of severe diarrhea, with Texas among the states reporting illnesses this spring and summer.
In legislative hearings after last year’s July 4 floods, the state’s emergency management chiefmade some recommendations to state lawmakers. They included empowering the agency to vet volunteers who show up after disasters and establishing clearer guidelines for local officials to…
The annual Arlington Independence Day parade was held Saturday morning, drawing an expected 75,000 visitors to Downtown for the city's 150th anniversary and the country’s 250th birthday.
Egypt’s head coach has reportedly moved on after a confrontation with a Dallas police officer at the team’s hotel before their World Cup match. But at least one Dallas city council member is calling for an investigation.
A federal appeals court upheld a Texas death row inmate's sentence, finding that state courts did not unreasonably allow evidence of his affiliation with Satanism because it was relevant to “future dangerousness.”
While more than 92% of Texas kindergartners and seventh graders were fully vaccinated in the 2025-26 school year for each vaccine required to attend school, the coverage rates remained lower than before the COVID-19 pandemic, state data released Wednesday shows.
While more than 92% of Texas kindergarteners and 7th graders were fully vaccinated in the 2025-26 school year for each vaccine required to attend school, the coverage rates remained lower than before the COVID-19 pandemic, state data released Wednesday shows.
State Rep. Nate Schatzline resigned from the Texas House Thursday after being appointed as Gov. Greg Abbott's senior advisor on election policy.
A pilot sustained minor injuries after a helicopter crashed into a tree while refueling at a private airstrip in Parker County on Friday afternoon.
President Donald Trump on Friday pardoned 11 people, including former Jack Abramoff business partner Adam Kidan and nine individuals convicted in cases involving violations of the Clean Air Act.
Dallas police are investigating a Downtown Dallas car crash involving an officer and a pickup truck near Jackson and Ervay streets, which occurred around the same time as a nearby shooting on Commerce Street.
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
America250 has unveiled the contents of America’s Time Capsule, which features letters, artifacts, and objects from across the country to help tell the story of the United States at its 250th anniversary.
The city of Arlington is marking a major milestone this Fourth of July, celebrating a century and a half of history. The city's annual Independence Day is also one of the largest in the country.
Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.
Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.
Thousands of people were in attendance for Kaboom Town 2026 in Addison. FOX 4's Casey Stegall has more.
Watch the full fireworks show put on at Addison's Kaboom Town show from July 3, 2026.
A horde of Socceroo fans stormed an Arlington Walmart ahead of Australia's World Cup match on Friday at Dallas Stadium.
Dallas County is launching its 10th annual Expunction Expo with a two-day application window starting July 8, offering residents a chance to clear eligible criminal records to improve their housing, education, and employment opportunities.
Just before the July 4th holiday, Fort Worth Police shut down a large illegal fireworks operation.
Fans will be able to ride the first-ever giga dive coaster in Texas in less than a week.
CBP officers in South Texas seized over $3.7 million worth of cocaine hidden inside a commercial shipment of cucumbers, triggering a federal criminal investigation.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have officially tied the knot. Here's what we know about the ceremony, the star-studded celebration and their “love story."
Fireworks, live entertainment and more are coming to Irving tonight for their Sparks and Stripes celebration. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more.
Dallas County is planning to hold an expunction expo to clear criminal records for select individuals. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb has more details on when and how to qualify.
Addison's annual Kaboom Town fireworks show is set to light up the skies with its 4th of July fireworks show. FOX 4's Casey Stegall sets the stage for tonight's activities.
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