Mckinney TX

The City of McKinney’s hospitality industry achieved record hotel occupancy tax revenue in FY24-25, demonstrating unprecedented growth. Year-end figures show over $3.3 million collected, surpassing last year’s total by $200,000, a 6.7% increase. This milestone reflects the city’s growing appeal as a destination for...

PLANO, Texas — Nothing highlights student achievement like a school trophy case — except, perhaps, a banner hanging high above it. At Rice Middle School in Plano, that banner carries one name: Faizan Zaki, Scripps National Spelling Bee Champion. “Faizan is a superstar locally and now nationally,” said...

A recent post on social media has brought to light some of the challenges faced by staff and leadership at the University of North Texas (UNT). The post, made by an assistant director at the institution, expressed frustration over what they perceive as a disconnect between the university's leadership and the...

Plano offers an exceptional variety of locally owned boutiques and specialty shops where shoppers can discover distinctive, high-quality gifts for any occasion. From personalized stationery and curated home decor to international finds and artisan goods, the city’s retail scene reflects both creativity and...

COLLIN COUNTY, Texas — Eight people were arrested, and 55 live roosters were seized after deputies discovered an alleged cockfighting operation in Collin County, officials say. Deputies were called to a property on County Road 697 in the Farmersville area on Nov. 28 following a report of animal cruelty...

In the early hours of the morning, a number of residents reported experiencing intermittent power outages. The power cuts lasted for approximately 10 minutes, occurring in intervals of 3 to 10 seconds. The question on everyone's mind is whether this was an isolated incident or a widespread issue.

A North Texas food truck owner says a Thanksgiving weekend break-in cost him thousands in equipment and forced his business to cancel catering jobs. Frank Hernandez, owner of King Kups in McKinney, said he started selling elotes street corn with his oldest daughter in 2018 as a side business. “And...

PLANO, Texas — The Plano community is mourning the loss of twins Cole and Huxley Gerrard, students at Jasper High School, who died in a car crash Thanksgiving night in Milford, about 1.5 hours south of Plano. According to Milford Police Chief Kevin Southard, the crash happened around 7:44...

A 10-year-old has now died after the Lewisville fire last week that killed a woman and injured her family members​, officials said.

For many North Texans, the holidays are defined by sparkling lights, festive displays and vibrant seasonal energy. And this is Texas… Everything is better and much bigger. If you’d rather admire lights than risk life and limb on a ladder, this guide to North Texas’ best holiday displays will lead you to sparkling...