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Texas fireworks sales open June 24: What to know before buying
Texas Fourth of July fireworks sales officially kick off this Wednesday, June 24, but fire officials warn that even simple sparklers pose a serious burn risk for kids....
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Europe record heatwave turns deadly after 40 drownings reported in France
A record-breaking heatwave that is sweeping across Europe has killed 40 people in France so far, according to French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu.
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Trial begins in official oppression, retaliation case against Johnson County Sheriff
A trial in Johnson County between the Johnson County Sheriff and his Deputy Chief began on Tuesday, months after the sheriff was initially arrested and charged with official oppression, sexual harassment and retaliation against a witness....
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Austin, Houston included in NHL expansion chatter, reports say
The NHL is apparently considering both Austin and Houston as sites for a possible expansion hockey team, according to multiple reports.
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Karmelo Anthony hires new legal team ahead of expected appeal of murder conviction
Karmelo Anthony has a new team of lawyers leading the appeal of his murder conviction.
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Corinth hit-and-run leaves pedestrian dead
A hit-and-run in Corinth early Tuesday morning left a pedestrian dead and police searching for a suspect.
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Man arrested at Dulles airport after officers allegedly find child sex abuse, bestiality material in phone
A 28-year-old Maryland man arriving from Iceland was arrested after law enforcement allegedly found child sexual abuse and bestiality images on his phone....
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13-year-old climbs out of Disneyland's Tiana's Bayou Adventure ride, slides down 50-foot drop
A 13-year-old boy was evaluated at a hospital after exiting a Tiana's Bayou Adventure boat mid-ride at Disneyland, prompting a state safety inspection....
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'Ring leader' of Alvarado ICE attack sentenced to 100 years
The ring leader and several others involved in the Alvarado ICE attack were sentenced Tuesday almost a year after the incident at the North Texas Detention Center. FOX 4's Lori Brown is outside the Johnson County Courthouse with an update....
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Cristiano Ronaldo becomes 1st player to score in 6 World Cups after goal against Uzbekistan
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments by getting a goal in the sixth minute of Portugal’s match against Uzbekistan....
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Where to watch the World Cup in Dallas: Klyde Warren Park hosts free screenings
Looking for a vibrant spot to catch the remainder of the FIFA World Cup matches? Klyde Warren Park in downtown Dallas is airing a packed lineup of games on its signature giant outdoor screen....
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DOJ officials allowed to remain in prosecution of Correspondents Dinner shooting suspect
A judge rejected a bid to disqualify top Justice Department officials from leading the prosecution of Cole Allen, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner....
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New state-by-state ranking shows where Americans are most independent
As Americans gear up to celebrate Independence Day, a new study reveals the most independent states in the nation, ranking them on everything from financial stability to government dependence....
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Texas 7-year-old saves toddler brother from drowning, earns rare sheriff’s commendation
A 7-year-old North Texas boy has been nominated for a rare police commendation after his quick thinking and bravery saved his unresponsive 1-year-old brother from a backyard swimming pool, authorities said....
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US military seeks another $80B to cover costs of Iran conflict
The Department of Defense is preparing to seek an additional $80 billion to cover costs from the U.S. war against Iran, according to senators briefed on the matter....
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Overturned 18-wheeler releases at least 24 million honeybees, forcing Texas neighborhood lockdown
A Texas neighborhood was placed on lockdown after an 18-wheeler carrying up to two million honeybees overturned, unleashing massive swarms across the area, authorities said....
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Mattamy Homes Launches New Phase in Anna's Villages of Hurricane Creek
Designed for first-time buyers, these homes offer practical layouts and accessible pricing in one of North Texas' fastest-growing areas
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Judge blocks Trump administration’s SNAP restrictions on soda and candy in five states
The Trump administration’s ban on preventing food stamp recipients in five states from using their benefits to buy sugary foods and drinks was blocked Monday by a federal judge in Washington, D.C....
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New World screwworm in Texas: New cases detected
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife....
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Lovejoy, Plano East, McKinney Boyd baseball alums help Oklahoma win national title
The Oklahoma baseball team captured its first NCAA championship since 1994 on Tuesday, and that made for a celebratory occasion for several Metroplex standouts....
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Selerix Releases Second Annual Employee Benefits Survey, Finding Benefits Regret Remains at 35% for Second Consecutive Year
New research reveals a persistent confidence gap – employees don't feel ready to navigate benefits decisions they don't understand, and employers are paying the price...
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Dallas shooting: 1 teen killed, another wounded near West Dallas park
Two teenagers were shot near a West Dallas park early Tuesday, and police later recovered a handgun from a nearby creek.
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Texas to spend $8 million to fix errors in controversial Bluebonnet curriculum in school
Texas is spending over $8 million in taxpayer dollars to fix thousands of text and image errors in its controversial, state-published "Bluebonnet" school curriculum....
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Pastor could return to NTX church where sex offender son worked
A North Texas pastor could return to the church where he allowed his sex offender son to work at, according to members of the church's community. FOX 4's Amelia Jones has more....
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Haslet pastor could return to church after son's sex offender arrest controversy
A Haslet pastor could return to his church following an extended leave of absence following the arrest of his son, who was booked for failing to comply with mandatory sex offender registration requirements in February....
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Carlos Mencia pleads not guilty to 12 felony charges of failure to pay taxes
Comedian Carlos Mencia has pleaded not guilty to 12 felony charges alleging he failed to report or pay taxes on over $8 million in earnings. Here's what to know....
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Dallas weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watch ended early
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch in North Texas has ended. The watch area had been expanded to include the entire Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and surrounding counties, but was ended early....
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Leader of alleged North Texas Antifa cell gets 100 years for Texas ICE facility ambush
Eight members of a North Texas Antifa cell received massive prison terms, including a 100-year sentence for the leader, over a coordinated domestic terrorist attack at an ICE facility....
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Welding sparks large warehouse fire at Forest Hill recycling plant, fire chief says
Multiple fire crews responded to a massive warehouse blaze at an organic recycling plant in Forest Hill on Tuesday. Officials say welding sparked the fire...
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NTX youth baseball team OK after getting caught in floods
A youth baseball team from Parker County was in Mississippi for a tournament when the area experienced intense flooding from the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more....
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Suspect arrested after Dallas woman's body found in freezer
Police have arrested a murder suspect in connection with a Dallas homicide where a woman's body was found in the freezer of a home. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb has more on the relationship between the victim and the suspect....
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Cajun Navy rescues North Texas youth baseball team in Mississippi
Volunteers with Cajun Navy 2016 safely evacuated members of the Parker County Pickles youth baseball team after rapid floodwaters threatened their Mississippi Airbnb during a tournament....
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US Coast Guard helicopter crashes in Sitka, Alaska
The United States Coast Guard has confirmed that one of their helicopters crashed near Sitka, Alaska on Monday.
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I-10 closures and detours to cause major delays in West El Paso for interstate expansion
Expect major delays in West El Paso this week as TxDOT schedules daily and nightly I-10 lane closures and bypass detours for the ongoing widening project....
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Judge blocks Trump administration’s database to check citizenship, personal information
A federal judge has ruled that a revamped federal tool that state election officials have used in their efforts to identify illegally registered noncitizen voters is unlawful and cannot be used....
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2 more suspects charged in multi-state White House UFC attack plot: Justice Department
Federal prosecutors have charged two more individuals as co-conspirators in a thwarted multi-state plot to launch an alleged mass-casualty drone and sniper assault at the White House UFC event....
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Dallas woman stabbed in the head, body stuffed in master bedroom freezer, affidavit says
An arrest warrant affidavit reveals a history of domestic violence between Kendrick Brown and Maria Murray, whose body was found with multiple stab wounds inside a freezer at an abandoned East Oak Cliff home in Dallas....
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Texas Rangers investigate fatal Melissa officer-involved shooting
The Texas Rangers are investigating an officer-involved shooting that left a man dead following a late-night disturbance call, police said Monday.
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Two Granbury residents killed in head-on crash with semi, DPS says
A head-on crash on a North Texas highway left two Granbury residents dead and a truck driver injured, the Texas Department of Public Safety announced.
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North Texas man kills daughter while breaking up her fight with mother, deputies say
A North Texas man is facing a murder charge after he allegedly shot and killed his daughter while attempting to break up a fight between her and her mother, authorities said....
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This one question may reveal whether your body is getting the rest it needs, study finds
In a new study on sleep, researchers compared participants' answers with measures of sleep quality, sleep consistency and daytime functioning.
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Majority of working parents say they take care of work-related tasks when they’re with their kids
A new survey reveals how moms and dads in the U.S. are juggling work and parenting at the same time.
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FBI seizes 39 drones for violating World Cup flight restrictions over Dallas Stadium, Fair Park
Federal authorities have seized 39 drones in less than two weeks for violating temporary flight restrictions over World Cup events in North Texas, the FBI announced Monday....
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Tay Keith, hip hop producer, dies at 29
Grammy-nominated hip hop producer Tay Keith, the producer behind chart-topping tracks like Travis Scott’s “Sicko Mode," has died.
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Dallas man convicted after 17k fentanyl pills seized
Joshua Burton, 30, faces up to life in federal prison after a Dallas jury convicted him of conspiring to distribute more than 17,000 fentanyl pills.
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Interstate 30 reopens in Garland after multi-vehicle 18-wheeler crash blocks highway
Interstate 30 has reopened in both directions after an early morning multi-vehicle crash involving an 18-wheeler carrying industrial rolls of paper blocked the highway, police said....
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Fans get ready to watch Messi at Dallas Stadium
FOX 4's Tisia Muzinga is at Centreport Station as fans arrive at Dallas Stadium.
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Iran team leaves note in World Cup locker room: ‘Thank you, Los Angeles’
Iran left a note in their locker room at SoFi Stadium following their match with Belgium, showing their gratitude to the city of Los Angeles for their hospitality....
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Dallas Mavericks to hire Michigan’s Dusty May as next head coach, sources say
The Dallas Mavericks are finalizing a deal to hire reigning NCAA champion Dusty May as their next head coach to pair with Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg....
business
The Dog Stop Expands to Dallas with Two New Franchise Agreements
Award-winning dog care brand partner with local entrepreneurs to bring one-stop-shop care to Central and North Dallas communities
government
Alan Greenspan, economist, former Federal Reserve chairman, dies at 100
Former chairman of the board of governors of the Federal Reserve System, Alan Greenspan, died on Monday at the age of 100.
schools
State 7-on-7 tournament pools announced; Allen, Plano, Panther Creek, Coppell among qualifiers
On Thursday-Saturday, 128 high school football teams will converge on Veterans Park and Athletic Complex in College Station for the 7-on-7 state tournament....
safety
Messi sets history at Dallas Stadium during Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria
Track live World Cup updates from Dallas Stadium, including severe weather alerts, pre-match fan rallies, and the post-game BRESH party at Texas Live!
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Argentina’s Lionel Messi makes World Cup history in Texas
One of the biggest names in soccer made World Cup history in Texas on Monday.
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Dallas weather: Storm threat passes; heat index threatens match day activities
A severe thunderstorm watch and a 106-degree heat index threaten Monday match-day activities in DFW, kicking off a week of heavy rain and storm risks across North Texas....