Extreme heat amid wildfire threat for North Texas
Temperatures could reach up to 109 degrees by the afternoon; DFW's high is expected to get up to 105 degrees.
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Temperatures could reach up to 109 degrees by the afternoon; DFW's high is expected to get up to 105 degrees.
Shortly after arrival, crews had to battle the fire defensively, as the blaze grew and called in more firefighters to assist.
FWFD said as firefighters made their way to the second floor, they were met with a sudden burst of heat and flames.
Winds will come from the southwest, gusting up to 20 mph at times, increasing fire danger across the area.
When officers arrived, they found the small mammal, known as a kinkajou, notably hot and thirsty.
An extreme heat warning and a heat advisory are in effect until 8 p.m. Highs could reach up to 108° in some areas.
The district said they've received dozens of late resignations, several of which will be reported to the state for contract abandonment.
According to FWPD, Sansom Park police officers were pursuing a vehicle "that had committed a felony offense" when Fort Worth officers joined in to assist.
A special hearing was already underway in Westlake, where the town council was set to vote on the data center development agreement.
The agreement would resolve civil claims nearly seven years after Jefferson was killed and direct most funds to her young nephews.
Residents and city leaders are divided over how future data centers should be regulated and whether existing plans pose environmental or economic risks.
After nearly 30 years on the run, a woman wanted in the murder of her 3-year-old daughter has been arrested in Mexico.
They have both been charged with four counts of abandoning or endangering a child.
A JPS spokesperson said the notice is only related to "the temporary interruption of our ability to process public information requests."
The campus will contain four buildings including a private electrical substation and backup generators.
Residents packed the commissioners' court, accusing county leaders of voter suppression and warning that the proposed reductions would disproportionately affect communities of color.
According to the sheriff's office, at about 5:10 p.m. Saturday, deputies were called to a home in the 100 block of Willow Creek Circle for a death investigation.
Deputies say the man was walking along the edge of the roadway when he was struck.
The first shooting happened on Saturday, July 25. A second incident happened less than 24 hours later.
Missed a court date over a ticket? Fort Worth is bringing court into the community to help people clear warrants and get a fresh start.
As of Thursday evening, the suspect was being processed into the Parker County Jail.
According to the Fort Worth Fire Department, at about 2:45 a.m., crews were called to the home in the 3500 block of Avenue J.
CBS News Texas Chopper flew over the scene, showing two bodies lying on the ground and an overturned boat in the water.
Shower and thunderstorm activity will be better south of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex on Tuesday afternoon.
While scattered showers and a few thunderstorms remain possible through the afternoon and early evening, the overall threat has diminished significantly.
Advocates say canyons and rugged landscape have historically deterred illegal crossings in the region.
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
The man, who was successfully extricated from the tank, was conscious as he was brought to the surface, officials said.
Canadian government officials said they are also providing aid for workers and businesses that could be hurt by U.S.-imposed tariffs.
The Ross wildfire has burned more than 50,000 acres across Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forcing evacuations, closing roads and disrupting schools.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Advocates say canyons and rugged landscape have historically deterred illegal crossings in the region.
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
The man, who was successfully extricated from the tank, was conscious as he was brought to the surface, officials said.
"Maybe this is one of those times that we just need to be loud and make people hear us that they're not being treated fairly," she said.
The reversal comes just weeks after an I-Team investigation showed contention over the disciplinary process.
A phone call from jail raised further suspicions that Carney targeted other girls.
More than 40 years after helping catch an ice cream truck driver who exposed himself to her, an Oklahoma woman testified against him in a Texas trial, helping secure a life sentence.
In 1991, a Plano girl was kidnapped and sexually assaulted. The same thing happened 8 years later in Dallas. Investigators found the same DNA on both victims.
Advocates say canyons and rugged landscape have historically deterred illegal crossings in the region.
Canadian government officials said they are also providing aid for workers and businesses that could be hurt by U.S.-imposed tariffs.
The charges against Major Jason Watson are believed by his attorneys to be among the only instances for officers of his rank in the history of the U.S. military to be charged under Article 88.
A federal judge on Tuesday rejected Ghislaine Maxwell's effort to toss out her 2021 conviction on sex-trafficking charges and 20-year prison sentence.
President Trump said the U.S. is considering changing the name of Lake Ontario to "Lake America" amid an escalating trade fight with Canada.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
The notice from a U.S. government agency does not indicate in which stores the beef was sold.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
Many North Texas Native Americans celebrated Pete's debut Saturday with joy.
The WNBA has been the subject of recent debates on whether transgender women should be allowed to participate in the league.
Paige Bueckers scored 18 of her 32 points in the first quarter, Jessica Shepard had 11 points and 11 rebounds, and the Dallas Wings beat the Seattle Storm 92-70 to tie the franchise's single-season wins record.
Ezequiel Durán and Elias Díaz hit solo homers, Cal Quantrill worked six scoreless innings and the Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-3 on Sunday.
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
After Hayden Panettiere's death, fans resurfaced her claim that Neutrogena had fired her in 2015 over her comments about postpartum depression.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Hayden Panettiere, who shares a daughter with the former boxing champ, died on Sunday at 36 years old.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
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