Domestic violence deaths rising in North Texas, new data shows
Law enforcement agencies across North Texas are investigating a series of domestic violence-related homicides, part of what advocacy groups say is a growing and deeply troubling trend. NBC 5 has tracked several deadly incidents over the past two weeks. On Tuesday, Fort Worth police said a man shot and killed...
Tarrant County commissioners cut their meeting schedule, inspiring a ‘People’s Commissioners Court’
Now that Tarrant County commissioners only meet once a month, local progressive groups decided to hold their own version of a public comment session Tuesday night. Tarrant County Commissioners Court meetings give members of the public a few minutes to give their opinion on county business. For controversial issues,...
Many Native Americans object to White Settlement Road name change
City Council votes to rename a one-mile stretch of the road to Westside Drive; some Native residents say the change erases history.
Dallas DA under fire for dismissing charges against man accused of throwing urine on...
Law enforcement leaders say dropping charges against Kendral Pickett — including assault with bodily fluids — is a "slap in the face" to police.
Texas’ Population Boom Is Ending the Era of ‘Cheap’ Water
Amid rampant population growth, Texas needs to invest heavily and act quickly to avoid future water shortages, according to newly released findings from the Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University. Today, Texas is home to around 31 million residents. By 2060, the population is expected to be...
Burleson mom said son died at hospital, but was buried at home, affidavit reveals
A Burleson woman told police her son with special needs died at a hospital, but an arrest affidavit says his body was later found buried behind their home.
Nearly 3.5 million Texans will lose food stamps next month if shutdown persists
Nearly 3.47 million Texans will go without food assistance next month if the federal government shutdown continues past Monday. Texas Health and Human Services announced that Texans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for help buying groceries will not receive their benefits if the...
Affordable apartments for seniors finished construction in Arlington. They’re already fully leased
Arlington’s latest affordable housing apartment project has finished its final phase of construction, this one designed for adults 55 years old or older. Reserve at Mayfield, with its 236 units of affordable housing, was developed using 4% tax credits, tax-exempt bonds and financing from a bank for acquisition and...
These Fort Worth, TX based Puppies are the latest up for adoption and in...
Whether you're thinking about adopting a pet or simply delight in watching cute animals, you'd find a plethora of endearing pets awaiting adoption at animal shelters across and close to fort worth..
Wine bar to replace tavern in historic downtown Fort Worth train station
A Dallas-based catering and events company will open a wine bar in the former T&P rail station restaurant and will rent the adjacent ballroom for weddings, Trinity Metro announced Monday. In July 2024, when Fort Worth-based Trinity Metro bought the historic restaurant and patio in the 1931-vintage Texas & Pacific...
