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Cypress Kroger shooting: Suspect identified, person shot after domestic disturbance
Harris County officials have identified the suspect in the shooting at a Cypress Kroger store on Wednesday.
Denton County Summer Questions: Lewisville ISD powerhouses on the volleyball court, golf course and more
The end of one chapter gives way to the start of another, and such is the case as teams around the state begin preparations for the 2026-27 school year.
Collin County Summer Questions: Volleyball storylines and standouts, bi-district matchups to watch, and more
The end of one chapter gives way to the start of another, and such is the case as teams around the state begin preparations for the 2026-27 school year.
Parks Associates: 57% of Security Dealers Say Integrating Customer-Owned Smart Home Devices Is Difficult
Interoperability challenges create new opportunities for security providers to differentiate through service, integration, and connected home expertise
HubOne Selects Ribbon's PSX to Unify Voice Traffic Across Its Applications
Supports evolving voice services and long term network strategy
New Tesla collision center coming to McKinney in 2027
Meet North Texas artist and Stoked Rugs founder Luke Miller
Ribbon Communications to Report Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results on July 28, 2026
PLANO, Texas, July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ribbon Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: RBBN), a global leader in real-time communications technology and IP optical networking solutions, today announced that it will report financial results for the second quarter of 2026 after the…
Dallas felon sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for armed robbery of Lyft driver in Plano
A 24-year-old Dallas felon was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after a Lyft driver secretly activated an emergency safety feature during an armed robbery in Plano.
Custom Health Plans Marks 30 Years as a Trusted Texas Health Insurance Broker
Keathley Landscaping Announces Fast Sod Grass Installation Services for North Texas Properties
RKD Group Announces New Partnerships with Forgotten Harvest and Harvesters--The Community Food Network
PLANO, Texas, July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- RKD Group, a leading fundraising and marketing agency serving nonprofit organizations, announced new partnerships with Forgotten Harvest and Harvesters—The Community Food Network to support integrated fundraising and donor growth strategies.
Parks Associates: Major Cable Providers Lost An Estimated 280,000 Broadband Subscribers In Q1 2026, Improving From An Estimated 320,000 Decline In Q1 2025
Cable MVNOs added approximately 830,000 mobile subscriptions
Alkami to Announce Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results
PLANO, Texas, July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Alkami Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALKT) ("Alkami"), a digital sales and service platform provider for financial institutions in the U.S., today announced that it plans to report financial results for its second quarter ended…
PIZZA HUT INTRODUCES NEW THROWBACK VALUE MENU TO CELEBRATE ITS MOST ICONIC MENU ITEMS
New Throwback Value Menu Features the Hut Originals You Know and Love along with First-Time Offerings of Triple Cheese Mac and S'mores SticksDinner Service NY Streetwear Collaboration and "Back to the Hut" Bring to Life Fan-Favorite Brand Icons in Wearable…
EurAuto Shop Launches Seasonal Heat Preparedness Campaign for European and Luxury Vehicles
Lone Wolf Exteriors Announces Personalized Consultation Program for Window and Siding Replacement Projects
Plano community honors Team Texas championship climbers
KFC® Answers Fans' Calls (and Comments) With the Return of Popcorn Chicken, Reigniting Obsession Nationwide
After more than three years of relentless fan demand, KFC brings back the menu item people never stopped asking for
Area volleyball stars win club national championships
The Dallas area has become quite the volleyball hotbed in recent years, and that was reaffirmed earlier this month as several local club teams turned in productive showings at the annual USAV Girls Junior National Championships in Indianapolis.
ONO HAWAIIAN BBQ TO MAKE TEXAS DEBUT WITH FIRST DALLAS-FORT WORTH LOCATION
Popular island-inspired fast-casual brand brings its signature plate lunches and aloha spirit to North Texas as part of continued national expansion
ONO HAWAIIAN BBQ TO MAKE TEXAS DEBUT WITH FIRST DALLAS-FORTH WORTH LOCATION
Popular island-inspired fast-casual brand brings its signature plate lunches and aloha spirit to North Texas as part of continued national expansion
Teen injured in accidental Little Elm shooting, police say
Arrest made in connection to teen's drowning at Lake Ray Hubbard
Dallas Police have detained a 19-year-old suspect in connection to a teenager's drowning this past April.
Texas Rangers investigating City of Trinidad after water issues, controversial arrests, firings
After controversial arrests, alleged retaliatory firings and a litany of water issues, the Texas Rangers are investigating the City of Trinidad.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Fort Worth City Council calls for pause on data centers
Residents of Fort Worth have been pushing back against data center construction this week, and now several Fort Worth City Council members are joining them. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more.
Dallas public libraries closed during citywide furlough day
Dallas residents hoping to use public libraries on Friday were disappointed to find their doors locked due to a citywide furlough day. FOX 4's Lori Brown has more on how the city is trying to tackle its budget crisis.
Dozens displaced by overnight Dallas condo fire
45 people are now without a home after a blaze broke out at a condo complex in Far Northeast Dallas on Thursday night. FXO 4's Alex Boyer has more from the residents displaced.
Residents lament Dallas public library closures on citywide furlough day
Dallas enacted the first of three mandatory furlough days on Friday, and residents hoping to spend summer hours at public libraries were disappointed to find them closed.
Tennessee double-homicide suspect arrested by Border Patrol in Texas
A man wanted in connection with a double homicide in Tennessee was arrested by Border Patrol in Texas this week.
Astros, Rangers renew Texas rivalry this weekend with 3-game series
The Houston Astros and the Texas Rangers will renew their in-state rivalry with a three-game series this weekend.
DART names finalists for vacant CEO position
Three finalists have been announced for DART's open President & CEO position.
Aaron Reitz, former Texas AG candidate, named federal attorney for Southern Texas
Aaron Reitz, a former candidate for Texas attorney general, was sworn in Thursday as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas.
Man dies in Frisco Lakes community pool
A man was discovered deceased Friday morning in a pool at the Frisco Lakes retirement community.