Former Allred inmate indicted for cellmate’s murder
Formal charges have been filed in Wichita County against a former inmate at the James V. Allred Unit accused of strangling his cellmate to death in January 2025.
Nearly 4,000 homes planned for west Fort Worth development
A 1,476-acre ranch that crosses the border of Tarrant and Parker counties is set to become a new development of an expected 3,800 homes. Houston-based developer Hines announced on Friday it has acquired Brown Ranch, with plans for a master planned development with single-family housing, featuring an array of lot sizes and price points and approximately 70 acres of commercial development.
All Aboard! Grapevine’s North Pole Express Returns For The Holidays
F orget the sleigh — Santa Claus is taking the train this Christmas, and families are invited along for the ride. Grapevine's North Pole Express is returning with vintage railcars, cheerful elves and plenty of holiday magic. One of the city's most beloved holiday traditions, Santa's North Pole Express, returns Nov. 27, inviting families aboard the Grapevine Vintage Railroad for a festive journey filled with holiday music, cheerful elves and Christmas magic. The experience takes place inside luxu
Driver identified after vehicle falls off Hwy. 121 embankment in Grapevine
Anthony Wayne Hunt, 38, died Friday morning after his vehicle veered off SH-121 in Grapevine, struck a guardrail, and traveled down an embankment. The single-vehicle crash happened near Coppell Road, where first responders found the driver dead from blunt force injuries. Grapevine police are investigating what caused the vehicle to...
Co-owner of Arlington’s Smoke ‘N Ash Barbecue dies at 60
ARLINGTON, Texas - Patrick Hicks, the co-owner who helped open Smoke 'N Ash Barbecue in Arlington, has passed away. The restaurant operates on South Cooper Street near Sublett Road, just south of Interstate 20. The restaurant shared that Hicks was a husband, father, pitmaster, and the heart of the establishment.
Man dies after stabbing himself during confrontation with Fort Worth police
FORT WORTH, Texas - A man died on Monday after police say he stabbed himself following a confrontation with Fort Worth police officers. The incident happened on Monday, Oct. 12, in the 2500 block of NE 36th St. in Fort Worth. Officers were dispatched to a business regarding a disturbance.
Wheels & Steel Block Party takes over Bedford
Watch hot bikes and cool cars in Bedford. Taking place in three different locations, the Wheels & Steel: Block Party will be held on Saturday, October 17, from 4 to 8 p.m.
Opal Lee’s life and legacy as she turns 100
TEXAS — On Oct. 7, the “grandmother of Juneteenth” Opal Lee kicked off her centennial celebration in Fort Worth. But before she hit that major milestone, there were plenty of highs and lows for the civil rights activist. From being christened the grandmother of Juneteenth to making sure it became a national holiday, the legacy and impact of Lee is expected to last for generations to come.
Texas 5A State Champion Aiden Tokarski Pledges 2028 Verbal to Louisville
Texas 5A State Champion Aiden Tokarski Pledges 2028 Verbal to Louisville. NEW COMMIT: The University of Louisville has secured another verbal commitment for Fall 2028, this time from Aiden Tokarski of Colleyville, Texas. Tokarski is a versatile Junior National qualifier. He will join Robbie Rosenbaum in The Ville as a...
Tarrant County state Senate race back in the spotlight
The race for state Senate District 9 is a rematch of the special election that resulted in a Democrat winning the seat for first time since 1992.

















