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Thanksgiving 3 hours ago

UTA brings Thanksgiving to international students

Thanksgiving is a tradition for most families in the U.S. but on Tuesday, some in north Texas experienced the holiday feast for the very first time.

Fort Worth 7 hours ago

Presbyterian Night Shelter's UpSpire program starts carpentry apprenticeship
Prosper 8 hours ago

Man arrested after police say woman attacked, killed in her Celina home

Dallas Nov 25

Emmy Award-winner Ken Burns to be honored at Dallas Hope for Humanity Dinner

Emmy award-winning documentary filmmaker Ken Burns will be honored at the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum’s annual Hope for Humanity Dinner.
texas Nov 24

Texas Lt. Gov. Patrick wants to create state dementia prevention research institute

Texas Republican Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced a new major legislative initiative for the Texas Senate called the Dementia Prevention Research Institute of Texas.
Money Nov 24

Police warn counterfeit currency season is in ‘full bloom.' How to spot ‘washed' notes

Cleburne police said counterfeit bills have been passed at local retailers and restaurants, but that the concern this year is a spike in “washed” notes.
Greenville Nov 24

DPS Troopers investigate deadly wrong-way crash in Greenville

DPS Troopers said a driver went the wrong way on Interstate 30 and hit another vehicle head-on in Greenville. Both cars caught on fire.

Euless Nov 23

Euless pharmacy taking inventory after overnight break-in

The owner of an Euless pharmacy says police are investigating a break-in overnight Friday into Saturday morning.
Arlington Nov 23

AI technology coming to Arlington intersections ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

The City of Arlington will install traffic detectors equipped with artificial intelligence to help manage traffic ahead of big events, including the 2026 World Cup.
University Park Nov 23

One dead, one injured after pickup runs red light Friday: University Park PD

University Park police said the driver of a pickup truck ran a red light causing a five-vehicle collision that left one person dead and sent another to the hospital.
Thanksgiving Nov 23

Turkey giveaways open up to larger than normal crowds

Ahead of the holidays, many families are feeling the pinch, especially at the grocery store. To help get Thanksgiving dinner on the table, several nonprofits across North Texas hosted turkey giveaways. Some are seeing more recipients than ever before.
Arlington Nov 23

General Motors Arlington Assembly celebrates 70 years with new documentary

The City of Arlington announced the premiere of “The Heartbeat of Arlington,” a documentary about the General Motors Arlington Assembly amid it’s 70 year anniversary.
Fort Worth Nov 24

Annual Parade of Lights winds through Downtown Fort Worth on Sunday

Downtown Fort Worth will host the 42nd annual Parade of Lights on Sunday, Nov. 24.
Dallas Nov 24

Dallas ISD to give free Thanksgiving break meals to families on Monday

The Dallas ISD is providing three free breakfast and lunch meals for students on Monday for them to eat during the holiday week.
Dallas Nov 24

Alligator gar angler takes social media followers along to reel in ‘living dinosaur'

Coryea Frances aka ‘Ceelowthehooker’ turned his passion for reeling in alligator gar into a profession. Now he’s helping people understand the unique species of reptiles.
Plano Nov 22

Children's Health dog therapy program marks 10-year milestone

Not all medical professionals wear white coats. Some go to work wearing a vest and leash. Children’s Health’s therapy dog program marks a milestone going into its 10th year.
Plano Nov 22

Plano 15-year-old killed in crash on dirt bike, police say

A Plano teenager died Wednesday when he crashed his dirt bike into a truck, police say.
Addison Nov 22

Driver arrested after suspected drunken driving crash in Addison

A driver was arrested in Addison after crashing due to being intoxicated.
Mesquite Nov 22

Doors locked at 3 Mesquite schools after 2 men shot at nearby city park

The outside doors were locked at three schools in Mesquite Friday afternoon after a shooting at a nearby city park.
Dallas Nov 23

Free dog, cat adoptions Saturday; Dallas Animal Shelter way over capacity

The Dallas Animal Shelter is over capacity and asking the public for help to find homes for the holidays.
southlake Nov 22

‘At least 10 gunshots, if not 20,' witnesses recall crash, gunfire in Southlake

Southlake police say one person is in custody after a crash escalated into an altercation that further escalated into gunfire Friday morning.
Texas Education Agency Nov 22

Texas education board approves Bible-infused curriculum in public schools

The Texas education board has voted to allow Bible-infused teachings in elementary schools.
Dallas Nov 22

Ice skating rink, holiday fun coming to Omni Dallas

Downtown Dallas is about to get its first outdoor ice-skating rink starting November 22 at the Omni Dallas. They are opening their inaugural Ice, Lights, and City Nights holiday event at the hotel. Family-friendly events include ticketed items and free things to do.

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