North Texas woman arrested, accused of medically abusing child, sheriff says
TARRANT COUNTY, Texas — A 31-year-old woman has been arrested in Tarrant County on allegations of medically abusing a child and causing serious injury, according to the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office. Kaitlyn Rose Laura was booked into the Tarrant County Jail on a charge of injury to a...
Happy Birthday, Billy Bob’s: The Story, Swagger, and Staying Power of Billy Bob’s Texas
As I sit in the restaurant at Billy Bob’s Texas, I feel like a befuddled Wile E. Coyote with an anvil dropped on his head. My eyes go wide and slightly crossed, blinking in delayed confusion at what I’ve just heard from the lips of Billy Bob Barnett, co-founder of the world’s largest honky-tonk in the storied Fort...
Yesway plans to open 130 new stores in 5 years, accelerates growth ahead of...
Yesway plans to open about 130 new convenience stores over the next five years, including six to eight new stores in 2026. The company shared this in its registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for a proposed initial public offering (IPO), which it filed Friday. The Fort Worth,...
Wait, What? Campo Verde Is Now an Upscale Steakhouse, Théodore’s
Editor’s note: This is not an April Fool’s joke. Don’t start crying. Stop … stop. Campo Verde ran its course. The kaleidoscope of crazy was amazing and fun while it lasted, but there was no getting all the smoke out of the carpets or the neon cheese off the tables. I realize these are fighting words, but the food at...
Texas family shares their story of tragedy in hopes it helps save lives
HOUSTON — April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is using it to remind drivers that even small distractions behind the wheel can have serious consequences. According to TxDOT, distracted driving was the second-most common factor in crashes across Texas last...
Birdville ISD asks voters to approve $475.5 million school bond proposal
The Birdville Independent School District is asking voters to approve a $475.5 million bond package in May to fund safety and security upgrades and additions, and renovations and replacements of facilities and schools across the district. The bond proposal will not require a tax increase, according to the district....
🐶 Playful Puppies and Sweet Adult Dogs Ready for Adoption in Fort Worth
Looking for a furry friend to brighten your days? Fort Worth shelters have some wonderful dogs waiting for their forever homes — from bouncy puppies to gentle adults. Each one has a unique story and plenty of love to give.
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Mansfield — Furniture, Garden Mulch & More
Looking for some great free finds around Mansfield? This week’s list includes furniture, garden supplies, and even a pair of cleats. Check out what your neighbors are giving away!
🚌 Multiple Transportation Jobs in Tarrant County – Up to $10K Weekly
Tarrant County’s trucking and delivery scene is buzzing right now. Whether you’re an experienced CDL driver or just want steady local routes, there are several solid options hiring fast.
Arlington Cops Cry Foul Over Having To Burn Vacation For Injury Checkups
The Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas, the state’s largest police group, says the City of Arlington is forcing officers injured in the line of duty to burn their own sick and vacation time just to attend medical appointments tied to those injuries. CLEAT has put that allegation in writing in a formal...

















