No Answers in Fatal Hit-and-Run in Rural Denton County
A North Texas family is searching for answers two months after a deadly hit-and-run crash.
May 23, 2026Open source
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Twin brother accepts Austin Metcalf's posthumous diploma at Frisco graduation
During Memorial High School’s graduation, Austin Metcalf's twin brother accepted his posthumous diploma which led to a thirty-second standing ovation.
May 23, 2026Open source
Denton joins Dallas, Fort Worth in effort to eliminate traffic deaths
Denton adopts a Vision Zero action plan and seeks about $12 million in USDOT SS4A grant funding for road safety, ADA and safer intersections.
May 22, 2026Open source
He was metal detecting at Lewisville Lake. He pulled up a pipe bomb.
Mike Reiter's metal detecting hobby took a wild turn with a pipe bomb discovery at Lewisville Lake. Find out how this unexpected find unfolded and the danger...
May 20, 2026Open source
Pipe bomb found near Lake Lewisville likely linked to illegal fishing, officials say
The Denton bomb squad safely removed a pipe bomb found this week near Lake Lewisville. They believe it’s linked to a dangerous trend of using explosives fo...
May 19, 2026Open source
Pipe bomb found along Lake Lewisville, officials say
According to the Lewisville Police Department, some people have been using pimp bombs recently to kill fish in the lake.
May 19, 2026Open source
Denton's Anthony Hill officially signs with the Tennessee Titans
The Tennessee Titans signed second-round pick Anthony Hill Jr. to a four-year rookie contract after taking him 60th overall out of Texas.
May 17, 2026Open source
5 takeaways from 1A district 6 meet at Fremont-Mills
The Blum siblings displayed high jumping prowess, Woodbine was dominant in the throws, and St. Albert’s Lili Denton and the new-look Fearless Five showed o...
May 15, 2026Open source
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of North Texas through 2 a.m. Storms are expected to move in lat...
Storms are expected to move in late tonight with large hail and damaging winds possible.
May 9, 2026Open source
Denton man faces 50 years in prison for sexually abusing girl with autism, prosecutors say Marty Duwayne Gr...
Marty Duwayne Griego, 52, was found guilty of sexually abusing a girl who lives with autism over the course of a year.
May 5, 2026Open source
Over 200 left without gas service after line struck in Lake Dallas, officials say According to the city, a...
According to the city, a little after 1:20 p.m., the line was struck at the intersection of Hundley Drive and Lakeview Drive.
May 5, 2026Open source
Runoff will decide whether Brian Beck or Chris Watts will be Denton's next mayor
Former Mayor Chris Watts and outgoing District 2 council member Brian Beck will face off in a runoff to decide Denton's next mayor, after no candidate in the...
May 3, 2026Open source
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Prosecutors say the 38‑year‑old fled an ICE operation in Lewisville, injuring two officers and crashing into multiple vehicles before attempting to run.
May 8, 2026Open source
North Texas mall places curfew for minors. Here's when it goes into effect
Stonebriar Centre announced a new curfew for shoppers under 18 after concerns over disruptive gatherings. Here's when it goes into effect.
May 7, 2026Open source
'We're shocked': Deadly shopping plaza shooting sends shockwaves through Carrollton community
A business meeting in Carrollton, Texas turned deadly as Seung Ho Han, 69, is charged with capital murder and assault over a financial dispute, police say.
May 7, 2026Open source
'Financial disagreements' led to deadly shooting in Carrollton, Texas
New details from police indicates deadly Carrollton, Texas shooting was due to "financial disagreements related to their business dealings."
May 6, 2026Open source
2 killed and 3 injured in shootings at shopping center north of Dallas, police say
CARROLLTON, Texas -- A man shot five people in Texas on Tuesday, killing two of them, after meeting at a shopping center north of Dallas, police said.
May 6, 2026Open source
2 killed and 3 injured in shooting at North Texas shopping mall, suspect arrested
A man shot five people at a shopping mall in Carrollton, Texas on Tuesday, killing two, and was later arrested after a short chase on foot.
May 5, 2026Open source
Curry Barker’s ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ May Be a Family Affair
The 'Obsession' director's got an idea for what to do with 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre,' and it may be inspired by the series' 2003 remake.
May 4, 2026Open source
'Every candidate with an Indian last name....': What happened at local election in Frisco, Texas
US News: Several social media users cheered the local election results of Frisco, a city in Texas, as no Indian-origin candidates saw any success. The Frisco c.
May 3, 2026Open source
Dead body recovered from Bachman Lake, Dallas officials say
Police are investigating after a dead body was recovered Sunday evening from Bachman Lake, officials say.
May 11, 2026Open source
Korean American community leaders urge unity, healing following Carrollton shooting
North Texas Korean American leaders urge unity after a Carrollton Koreatown shooting left two dead and three injured. Police say it was not a hate crime.
May 6, 2026Open source
North Texas track coach hospitalized after shot put accident Coach Blake Crutsinger of Ponder Junior High S...
Coach Blake Crutsinger of Ponder Junior High School had surgery to remove the left part of his skull, his wife said.
May 6, 2026Open source
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Dallas weather: Memorial Day rain chances stick around
After a stormy start to Saturday, North Texas will start to dry out for the rest of the morning and into the afternoon, but rain chances return later in the...
May 23, 2026Open source
North Texas mother killed in wrong-way crash on Central Expressway
A North Texas mother of three is dead, and her husband is in critical condition after a wrong-way crash early this week on Central Expressway in Dallas.
May 23, 2026Open source
Republican Candidate for Texas Comptroller Explains Why he’d Audit TxDOT and Other Agencies
DALLAS — Republican former state Sen. Don Huffines has long said he will “DOGE” Texas government to eliminate waste, fraud and abuse if he’s elected...
May 23, 2026Open source
52 years in the Texas sun without sunscreen, one mole changed everything
A Plano teacher hopes her battle with skin cancer is a cautionary tale for those who don't wear sunscreen.
May 22, 2026Open source
Paxton makes his final pitch in the Texas Senate race against Cornyn, buoyed by Trump's endorsement
Ken Paxton is playing up President Donald Trump's endorsement as the Texas attorney general heads into the final days of U.S. Senate primary runoff against i...
May 22, 2026Open source
Dallas Weather: Memorial Day weekend storm chances threaten outdoor plans and travel
Most of North Texas will stay dry Friday before scattered storms and potential hail threaten outdoor plans throughout the Memorial Day weekend.
May 22, 2026Open source
Your Weekend Guide: Celebrate, shop local & soak up the sounds across North Texas
Things to do in DFW for Memorial Day Weekend, May 21 to 24 curated by our friends at Dallas Weekly.
May 21, 2026Open source
Texas ranks among top producers of USMNT World Cup talent as Dallas-area stars eye 2026 roster spots
From Clint Dempsey to Weston McKennie, Texas has quietly become one of America’s strongest pipelines for World Cup talent.
May 21, 2026Open source
North Texas transportation companies prepare for World Cup travel surge
Dallas transportation companies say demand is surging ahead of the FIFA World Cup as visitors prepare to travel across North Texas.
May 20, 2026Open source
Texas Lottery scratch-off sold in Denison yields $2 million winner The Millionaire's Club game features mor...
The Millionaire's Club game features more than $175 million in total prizes and offers overall odds of 1 in 3.54.
May 20, 2026Open source
Fudd scores season-high 12, Bueckers adds 18 to lead Wings past Mystics
The Dallas Wings beat the Washington Mystics 92-69 on Monday night.
May 19, 2026Open source
Mineral Wells rallies behind long‑awaited revival of historic Baker Hotel A sold‑out fundraiser offers...
A sold‑out fundraiser offers residents a rare look inside the shuttered landmark as restoration work accelerates and downtown businesses surge.
May 16, 2026Open source
Rising bedroom-pop artist Grace Ives played the smallest show she’ll ever have in Dallas
Critically acclaimed indie musician Grace Ives played for ll crowd in Dallas on Wednesday night at Club Dada.
May 15, 2026Open source
Country artist Thomas Csorba finds the big picture in Dallas’ quiet corners
With his new album, Tender Country, Thomas Csorba is less focused on the moment and more on the long road.
May 15, 2026Open source
AI, take the wheel: Robotaxi crashes in Dallas under scrutiny with NHTSA investigation
Since Uber launched robotaxis in 2025, autonomous vehicles have been involved in 16 crashes in Dallas and Austin.
May 15, 2026Open source
4 North Texas cities named top fastest-growing municipalities in U.S., data shows Celina, Princeton, Meliss...
Celina, Princeton, Melissa and Anna — all part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex — were the Nos. 1, 3, 4 and 5 fastest-growing U.S. cities.
May 14, 2026Open source
USS Texas returns from deployment
GROTON, Conn. – The Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Texas (SSN 775), under the command of Cmdr. Andrew S. McGovern, returned to Naval Submarine Ba...
May 12, 2026Open source
Dallas’ Cure for Paranoia wins NPR’s national Tiny Desk competition
The hip-hop collective placed first out of more than 6,000 entries.
May 12, 2026Open source
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Denton is in Denton County, Texas.
Region: North Texas
ZIP Codes
76201, 76202, 76203, 76204, 76205, 76206, 76207, 76208, 76209, 76210
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May 23, 2026Open source
How dirty campaigns could decide Texas
In the weeks and days leading up to the May 26 runoff election, campaigns have increasingly turned bitter on both the right and the left.
May 23, 2026Open source
This Week in Texas: Impact of Trump endorsement, local budget woes
This Week in Texas, we break down the latest developments in the race for the US Senate between Sen. Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.
May 23, 2026Open source
Texas Eats NOW: Gourmet pizza, Asian buffet favorites, smoky curry BBQ, and Pearl Fest music
David Elder eats pies at MATTENGA’S PIZZERIA, stops by TREASURE BUFFET, visits CURRY BOYS BBQ, and previews PEARL FEST.
May 23, 2026Open source
Houston weather: FOX 26 Storm Alert for Saturday
Southeast Texas had strong thunderstorms roll through Saturday morning, and we're expecting another round later on in the day.
May 23, 2026Open source
Authorities searching for male accused of assaulting Texas state trooper in New Braunfels
Authorities are searching for a male accused of assaulting a Texas state trooper in New Braunfels, according to a press release.
May 23, 2026Open source
Increased patrols underway in New Braunfels after trooper assault
Authorities are searching for a suspect accused of assaulting a Texas state trooper, prompting a heavy police presence near a middle school.
May 23, 2026Open source
Toxic, invasive hammerhead worms seen in North Texas; How to kill it & report it
Families in counties throughout North Texas have reported seeing invasive hammerhead worms. Here's what you should and should not do if you see one.
May 23, 2026Open source
Dallas weather: Memorial Day rain chances stick around
After a stormy start to Saturday, North Texas will start to dry out for the rest of the morning and into the afternoon, but rain chances return later in the...
May 23, 2026Open source
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