North Texas man connects kids and seniors through holiday messages
Trae Jacobs started a project that delivers hundreds of handwritten cards from students to seniors in care facilities, creating bonds across generations.
Arlington ISD says cellphone ban has been successful so far this school year
Superintendent Matt Smith said their district has been pleasantly surprised by the success so far this school year.
Trucking company in 144 vehicle pile up asking for reversal of $44.1M lawsuit judgement...
A trucking company involved in a 144 vehicle pile up years ago is asking for the reversal of a $44.1M lawsuit judgement against them. The February 2021 pile up crash happened on I-35 in Dallas County, Texas during a historic ice storm that ravaged the state. Motorist Christopher Vardy was killed in one of the […] ...
Widow of ICE Shooting Victim Says Husband Finally OK’d for Visa, NBC 5 Reports
O. Henry might have written the story if it weren’t so sad. Instead, NBC 5’s Meredith Yeomans produced this report of bitter holiday irony about the widow of Miguel Garcia, one of two men killed by a sniper attack outside a Dallas Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in September. A third man was wounded, and...
Dallas Named One of America’s “Most Clogged” Cities After Thanksgiving
A new study reveals Dallas is the second-most clogged U.S. city on “Brown Friday,” the day after Thanksgiving when plumbing emergencies spike.
14-year-old Suspect In Deadly North Texas Shooting Arrested In Dallas
The 14-year-old wanted in the deadly shooting of a man in Collin County over the weekend has been apprehended, authorities said. Lavon police stated Monday night that the teenage boy was apprehended in Dallas without incident. Police said the shooting happened Saturday night, just before 9 p.m., on Wellington Drive...
From empty tables to packed nights: How a viral video transformed an Arlington restaurant
ARLINGTON, Texas — When Master Kabob first opened in Arlington, business was slow. Owner Soleyman Gushwareh said some days no one came in at all. Other days, he might see just one customer. Tables sat empty as he waited and cooked. Then one night, a single diner walked through...
Katy Has a Giant Sandbox Where You Can Drive Real Bulldozers and Dig for...
If you've ever caught yourself daydreaming about operating a massive excavator or pushing dirt with a bulldozer like a construction boss, Dig World in Katy, Texas is here to make your inner child and actual children cheer. Nestled next to Katy Mills Mall, this larger-than-life attraction invites you to hop in the driver’s seat of real CAT equipment—no experience or hard hat required.
This Texas-Shaped Rooftop River Lets You Float Above Houston With a Frozen Margarita in...
Ever wanted to float through Texas without hitting traffic? At the Marriott Marquis Houston, you can do just that—literally. Perched six stories above downtown, this sky-high lazy river is shaped like the Lone Star State itself, offering a uniquely Texan way to chill out. Whether you’re visiting H-Town or just need a weekend refresh, this rooftop oasis is a splashy blend of novelty, luxury, and downright fun.
This Spirited Texas Steak Cookoff Turns A Tiny Town Into A Grilling Capital For...
If the scent of mesquite smoke and sizzling ribeyes makes your heart skip a beat, there’s a small Texas town that deserves a big red circle on your calendar. Once a year, Hico—population 1,300 on a normal day—transforms into the unofficial capital of carnivores with the one-of-a-kind Texas Steak Cookoff. It’s smoky, it’s loud, it’s friendly, and yes—it's absolutely mouthwatering.

















