North Texas

The city of Highland Village is kicking off its spring cleaning for its water system. According to city officials, the disinfection conversion of its water is aimed to increase conservation ahead of peak demand. “We had to do a lot of water flushing in the summer months when it’s peak demand,” Scott Kriston said. Kriston is the director of...

Some North Texans are turning to bottled water because they say the water coming out of their faucets smells and tastes bad. A few residents in Highland Village say the water even feels different. NBC 5’s Alicia Barrera talked with homeowners and city officials about what’s going on.

A woman who accused a North Texas mega church pastor of sexual abuse testified before state lawmakers about a new bill to protect victims. It’s called “Trey’s Law.” The goal of the bill is to stop the mis-use of non-disclosure agreements regarding sex abuse cases. Sophia Beausoleil explains.

A North Texas woman has helped more than 2,000 permanent residents prepare for the U.S. Naturalization exam on their path to citizenship.

A North Texas woman retired from the world of medicine and grant writing to teach permanent residents about the history of the U.S. and prepare them for an interview of a lifetime. NBC 5’s Alicia Barrera explains how she helps thousands prepare for the U.S. citizenship test.

Measles has been reported in about a dozen states, but Texas is the epicenter. NBC 5’s Phil Prazan and Gromer Jeffers with the Dallas Morning News speak to health officials about plans for North Texas.

A Red Flag Fire Warning will go into effect today at 11 am. The combination of strong southwest winds and dry air can contribute to extreme fire behavior. Meteorologist Adrienne Vonn says a High Wind Warning is also in effect.

March 14, or 3/14, is Pi Day, or Pie Day, and businesses across North Texas are celebrating with deals and discounts.

Thursday night will be dry and mild with winds gradually increasing toward morning. Friday could be a very active weather day with extreme fire danger.

A Red Flag Warning has expired for North Texas.

The founder of Gateway Church, one of the largest mega-churches in the country, Robert Morris, has been indicted on charges he sexually abused a 12-year old girl.–more than 40 years ago. The indictment comes months after the woman publicly accused Morris of sexually abusing her in the 1980s.

NBC 5, Telemundo 39 and Comcast NBCUniversal announce the return of the NBCUniversal Local Impact Grants for its eighth consecutive year.

Discuss the North Texas Library Giving Day taking place on Tuesday, April 1, across 60 North Texas Branches with 26 Library Foundations.

He is a human cannonball who’s spent more than a decade dazzling crowds worldwide. But a performance last weekend in California went terribly wrong for Chachi “Rocketman” Valencia – who is from North Texas. Meredith Yeomans spoke with the stuntman who is now on the mend.

A performance last weekend in California went terribly wrong for stuntman Chachi “Rocketman” Valencia who is from North Texas.

If you notice your tap water smells or tastes different in March, you shouldn’t be alarmed according to the North Texas Municipal Water District.

Officials said the thefts happened in cities across the Metroplex, including Fort Worth, Dallas, Bedford, Arlington and Grapevine.

Some in the faith community in the Metroplex hoped to send strength to the leader of their church.

The global Catholic community is holding its breath as their pope fights for his life. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard spoke with local congregations on Sunday.

National Caregiver Day recognizes the millions of Americans who dedicate their lives to caring for loved ones. Pat Bailey has been a caregiver for most of her life — first at 21 for her dad, then again in her 40s for her mother battling Alzheimer’s. NBC 5’s Brittney Johnson explains how she’s using her experience to help others navigate the...