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Woman found shot to death inside Forney home; man taken into custody, sheriff's office says Original
FORNEY, Texas — A woman was found shot to death inside a Forney home, and a man has been taken into custody in connection with the shooting, according to the Kaufman County Sheriff's Office who are leading the investigation into the incident. Deputies responded to a reported shooting in the 1100 block of Arborwood Drive, authorities said in a statement to WFAA. When they arrived, they found an adult woman inside the home suffering from a gunshot wound.
Power restored after outage disrupts early voting at Allen Public Library Original
ALLEN, Texas — Power has been restored at the Allen Public Library after an outage temporarily disrupted early voting Wednesday afternoon, election officials said. Officials said they were notified around 3:30 p.m. that a nearby transformer had reportedly blown, knocking out power to the polling location. Voting equipment was switched to battery power to allow voters already at the location to cast their ballots.
Amazon Flex delivery driver shot while delivering package, Texas police say
CEDAR HILL, Texas — An Amazon Flex delivery driver was shot while attempting to deliver a package to a Cedar Hill home last week, police said. Officers received a report of a shooting around 5:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12, in the 1200 block of North Cedar Hill Road, according to the Cedar Hill Police Department. Police said the driver was attempting to deliver a package to a residence when she was shot. This story continues below.
Amazon hiring more than 11,000 North Texas workers for holiday season
Looking for a job this holiday season? Amazon is hiring, and thousands of positions are available across North Texas. The online retail giant announced plans to hire more than 300,000 workers nationwide ahead of the holiday shopping rush, including 26,500 in Texas and more than 11,000 across the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The openings include seasonal, part-time and full-time positions throughout Amazon's operations network. And if you're not ready to apply just yet, there will be more opportunities.
ICE identifies Dallas man who died at Laredo detention facility, disputes family's claims about medical care Original
LAREDO, Texas — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement says a 56-year-old Dallas man who died at a detention facility in Laredo over the weekend received proper medical care while in custody, contradicting allegations from his family that his medical needs were ignored. Emiliano Andrade-Covarrubias was found unresponsive in his bed at the Rio Grande Processing Center at about 9:48 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, according to a statement released Monday by ICE. This story continues below.
House, 2 sheds catch fire in Fort Worth; 1 person treated at scene, officials say Original
FORT WORTH, Texas — Firefighters battled a fire involving a house and two sheds Monday afternoon in northwest Fort Worth, officials said. According to the Fort Worth Fire Department, the fire broke out in the 2800 block of Northwest 28th Street before 2:30 p.m. About two dozen firefighters responded to the scene to battle the flames. One person was treated at the scene but didn't need to be taken to a hospital. No other injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Fort Worth security guard charged with murder in La Gran Plaza shooting; affidavit reveals new details Original
FORT WORTH, Texas — A man accused of smashing a jewelry display at a Fort Worth shopping center was running away when an armed security guard chased him and fatally shot him, according to newly released court documents. Now, the security guard is facing a murder charge. Tyron Douglas Henton Jr., 31, was arrested Friday, Oct. 16, in connection with the shooting death of 20-year-old Deavyn Lee Holt at La Gran Plaza two days earlier. This story continues below.
22-year-old charged with manslaughter after crash that killed young Texas couple
DALLAS — A 22-year-old has been arrested and charged with manslaughter in connection with a three-vehicle crash in Dallas that killed a young couple earlier this month, police said. According to the Dallas Police Department, officers responded to a major crash in the 9200 block of Garland Road at approximately 7:52 p.m. on Oct. 6. This story continues below.
Arrest made after argument leads to fatal shooting outside Garland business, police say
A 31-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder after police say he shot and killed another man outside a Garland business early Saturday morning following an argument. Garland police stated in a release detailing the incident that they first responded to a shooting in the 500 block of West Oates Road around 2 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. When officers arrived, they found a man suffering from a gunshot wound.
22-year-old charged with manslaughter after crash that killed young SMU couple
A 22-year-old has been arrested and charged with manslaughter in connection with a three-vehicle crash in Dallas that killed a young couple earlier this month, police said. According to the Dallas Police Department, officers responded to a major crash in the 9200 block of Garland Road at approximately 7:52 p.m. on Oct. 6. A preliminary investigation determined that three vehicles were involved in the crash, but one of the vehicles left the scene before officers arrived, police said.
22-year-old charged with manslaughter after crash that killed young SMU couple
DALLAS — A 22-year-old has been arrested and charged with manslaughter in connection with a three-vehicle crash in Dallas that killed a young couple earlier this month, police said. According to the Dallas Police Department, officers responded to a major crash in the 9200 block of Garland Road at approximately 7:52 p.m. on Oct. 6. This story continues below.
22-year-old charged with manslaughter after crash that killed young SMU couple
Follow 22-year-old charged with manslaughter after crash that killed young SMU couple Sat, October 17, 2026 at 8:46 PM EDT A 22-year-old has been arrested and charged with manslaughter in connection with a three-vehicle crash in Dallas that killed a young couple earlier this month, police said. According to the Dallas Police Department, officers responded to a major crash in the 9200 block of Garland Road at approximately 7:52 p.m. on Oct. 6.
Arrest made after argument leads to fatal shooting outside Garland business, police say
GARLAND, Texas — A 31-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder after police say he shot and killed another man outside a Garland business early Saturday morning following an argument. Garland police stated in a release detailing the incident that they first responded to a shooting in the 500 block of West Oates Road around 2 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. This story continues below. More in Crime When officers arrived, they found a man suffering from a gunshot wound.
Arrest made after argument leads to fatal shooting outside Garland business, police say
Follow Arrest made after argument leads to fatal shooting outside Garland business, police say Updated Sat, October 17, 2026 at 3:30 PM EDT New Africa - stock.adobe.com A 31-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder after police say he shot and killed another man outside a Garland business early Saturday morning following an argument.
How Fort Worth residents can help save lives before first responders arrive Original
FORT WORTH, Texas — When someone suffers cardiac arrest, the first few minutes can mean the difference between life and death. In Fort Worth, residents with CPR training could help save a life before paramedics even arrive. The city is encouraging residents to use PulsePoint, a free mobile app that alerts people trained in CPR when someone nearby is experiencing a cardiac emergency. This story continues below.
'We intend to indict': FBI seizes 187 devices in Texas crackdown on North Korean 'laptop farms'
DALLAS — Federal agents searched more than 40 homes across Texas and seized 187 laptops and other devices as part of a sweeping investigation into a North Korean cyber operation that authorities say used stolen American identities to infiltrate U.S. companies and funnel money to the North Korean government.
SMU announces first-of-its-kind Texas athletics partnership as university reports surge in applications
DALLAS — Every SMU Mustang will soon have something new in common: a Texas Capital logo on their uniform. SMU Athletics and Dallas-based Texas Capital announced Tuesday a jersey patch partnership covering all 17 of the university's varsity sports programs, marking what officials say is the first all-sports agreement of its kind for a Power Four athletics program in Texas.
SMU announces first-of-its-kind Texas athletics partnership as university reports surge in applications
Every SMU Mustang will soon have something new in common: a Texas Capital logo on their uniform. SMU Athletics and Dallas-based Texas Capital announced Tuesday a jersey patch partnership covering all 17 of the university's varsity sports programs, marking what officials say is the first all-sports agreement of its kind for a Power Four athletics program in Texas.
100 years young, 75 years of fair fun: Texas man keeps remarkable State Fair streak alive Original
DALLAS — Some people count down the days until Christmas. For Michael Guadagnoli, it's all about the State Fair of Texas. And after 75 consecutive years of corny dogs, cars, Big Tex and family memories, the 100-year-old has no plans to break his streak. Guadagnoli returned to Fair Park on Tuesday, Oct. 13, marking his 75th consecutive year attending the State Fair of Texas, a tradition that began in 1951. This story continues below.
'We intend to indict': FBI seizes 187 devices in Texas crackdown on North Korean 'laptop farms'
DALLAS — Federal agents searched more than 40 homes across Texas and seized 187 laptops and other devices as part of a sweeping investigation into a North Korean cyber operation that authorities say used stolen American identities to infiltrate U.S. companies and funnel money to the North Korean government.
'We intend to indict': FBI seizes 187 devices in Texas crackdown on North Korean 'laptop farms'
Federal agents searched more than 40 homes across Texas and seized 187 laptops and other devices as part of a sweeping investigation into a North Korean cyber operation that authorities say used stolen American identities to infiltrate U.S. companies and funnel money to the North Korean government.
Grand Prairie selects Killeen Fire Chief James Kubinski as next fire chief after nationwide search Original
GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas — Grand Prairie has selected James Kubinski, the current fire chief in Killeen, to lead its fire department following a nationwide search that attracted 64 applicants, city officials announced Monday. Kubinski brings nearly 30 years of experience in the fire service and is expected to begin his new role in January, pending City Council approval.
Pilot killed in plane crash near Hicks Airfield identified as 67-year-old John Unangst
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Pilot killed in plane crash near Hicks Airfield identified as 67-year-old John Unangst
The pilot killed in a small plane crash near Hicks Airfield in north Fort Worth has been identified as 67-year-old John Unangst, according to the Tarrant County Medical Examiner's Office. Unangst died at 9:53 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, following an airplane incident in the 1800 block of West Bonds Ranch Road, according to medical examiner records. The medical examiner's office lists his official cause and manner of death as pending.
Texas students can apply to public colleges for free this week. Here's how it works Original
DALLAS — Thinking about going to college? This week could be the perfect time to apply, and it won't cost you a dime in application fees. Texas Free College Application Week begins Monday, Oct. 12, giving eligible Texas residents the opportunity to apply to public colleges and universities across the state without paying the usual application fees. This story continues below. More in Education The statewide initiative runs through Sunday, Oct.
Emails, texts of incoming DART CEO subpoenaed in Florida investigation Original
DALLAS — Emails and text messages involving Dallas Area Rapid Transit's incoming CEO have been subpoenaed as part of an ongoing investigation into his former transit agency in Florida. Florida's attorney general has subpoenaed communications involving Nathaniel "Nat" Ford Sr., who previously led the Jacksonville Transportation Authority, as investigators examine the agency's contracts, spending and financial troubles.
Dallas police officer arrested on felony prostitution solicitation charge, placed on administrative leave Original
DALLAS — A veteran Dallas police officer was arrested Thursday on a felony prostitution solicitation charge, according to the Dallas Police Department. Senior Corporal Christopher Grall was arrested Oct. 8, 2026, on a charge of solicitation of prostitution, a state jail felony, police said. Grall has been with the Dallas Police Department since February 1990, serving for more than 36 years. He is currently assigned to the department's Training Division.
Dallas County reports first West Nile virus death of 2026 season
DALLAS — Dallas County health officials reported the county’s first West Nile virus death of the 2026 season Wednesday, warning residents that cooler temperatures do not mean the threat from mosquitoes is over. Dallas County Health and Human Services said the patient was a man in his 60s who had underlying medical conditions. He was diagnosed with West Nile neuroinvasive disease, the more serious form of the virus. This story continues below.
Dallas County reports first West Nile virus death of 2026 season Original
DALLAS — Dallas County health officials reported the county’s first West Nile virus death of the 2026 season Wednesday, warning residents that cooler temperatures do not mean the threat from mosquitoes is over. Dallas County Health and Human Services said the patient was a man in his 60s who had underlying medical conditions. He was diagnosed with West Nile neuroinvasive disease, the more serious form of the virus. This story continues below.
Electrical fire hits State Fair of Texas, nearly 14 years after Big Tex went up in flames Original
DALLAS — Smoke rising over the State Fair of Texas on Tuesday morning brought back memories of another electrical fire at Fair Park — one that famously took down a Texas icon. Dallas Fire-Rescue crews were called to the fairgrounds just after 7 a.m. Tuesday after a fire broke out at a carnival game along the Midway. When firefighters arrived, they found smoke billowing into the sky and the "balloon pop" game stand on fire.
National Night Out 2026: Here are events happening across Dallas-Fort Worth
Neighbors across North Texas are getting ready to turn on their porch lights, head outside and spend some time with the people who live — and patrol — in their communities. National Night Out returns Tuesday, Oct. 6, with events planned across the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The annual campaign is aimed at strengthening relationships between residents and law enforcement while encouraging neighborhood involvement and crime prevention.
Haltom City resident wins $2 million on scratch-off ticket bought in Arlington
A Haltom City resident is $2 million richer after claiming a top prize from a Texas Lottery scratch-off ticket purchased in Arlington. The winning Millionaire's Club ticket was sold at Nick's Corner Mart, located at 2300 S. Collins St., according to the Texas Lottery. The winner elected to remain anonymous. The prize was the second of four $2 million top prizes to be claimed in the Millionaire's Club game. The scratch-off offers more than $175 million in total prizes.
Lamborghinis, Ferraris and a fake loan program: North Texas businessman gets 13 years in $2M fraud scheme Original
A Stephenville businessman has been sentenced to more than 13 years in federal prison for a yearslong fraud scheme that prosecutors say involved a nonexistent loan program, stolen identities and more than 90 exotic and collector vehicles. Clayton Lloyd Iley, 41, was sentenced Wednesday to 160 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Texas. This story continues below.
Lamborghinis, Ferraris and a fake loan program: Texas businessman gets 13 years in $2M fraud scheme
A Stephenville businessman has been sentenced to more than 13 years in federal prison for a yearslong fraud scheme that prosecutors say involved a nonexistent loan program, stolen identities and more than 90 exotic and collector vehicles. Clayton Lloyd Iley, 41, was sentenced Wednesday to 160 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Texas.
Dallas Stars roll out the Victory Green carpet for opening night against Blues
DALLAS — Victory Green is back in Dallas, and the Stars are turning opening night into a party. The Dallas Stars open their 2026-27 season Friday against the St. Louis Blues at American Airlines Center, with the puck set to drop at 8 p.m. But fans may want to get there a few hours early. The festivities begin around 5 p.m. with the Victory Green Carpet Walk on PNC Plaza. Stars players and coaches will make their way down the carpet as fans welcome the team back to the AAC.
Haltom City resident wins $2 million on scratch-off ticket bought in Arlington Original
HALTOM CITY, Texas — A Haltom City resident is $2 million richer after claiming a top prize from a Texas Lottery scratch-off ticket purchased in Arlington. The winning Millionaire's Club ticket was sold at Nick's Corner Mart, located at 2300 S. Collins St., according to the Texas Lottery. The winner elected to remain anonymous. The prize was the second of four $2 million top prizes to be claimed in the Millionaire's Club game. The scratch-off offers more than $175 million in total prizes.
Dallas County clears delayed voter registration records; other Texas counties continue review Original
DALLAS — Dallas County has finished reviewing a backlog of voter registration records delayed by a data issue involving the Texas Department of Public Safety, county election officials said Monday. Other North Texas counties are still working through records they received from the state. Dallas County received about 68,401 records beginning Sept. 23. Elections staff worked through the weekend and had processed all eligible applications in those records as of Sunday, Sept. 27, the county said.
Dallas Stars announce initial 21-player roster for 2026-27 season Original
FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Stars announced their initial roster for the 2026-27 season Monday, naming 21 active players: 12 forwards, seven defensemen and two goaltenders. Twenty players are returning from last season, according to the team. Forward Joel Kiviranta is the lone offseason addition on the initial roster. The Stars said 11 players on the roster were drafted by Dallas, including first-round picks Wyatt Johnston, Thomas Harley, Miro Heiskanen and Jake Oettinger.
'Opportunity’s address is now Y’all Street': Morgan Stanley plans Dallas hub with 3,800 jobs
DALLAS — Editor's note: The video published above is a previous WFAA report from July. Morgan Stanley plans to establish a new U.S. hub in Dallas, a project expected to create more than 3,800 jobs and bring $684 million in capital investment, Gov. Greg Abbott announced Monday. “Texas is the financial capital of America,” Abbott said in a statement welcoming the expansion.
Man found unresponsive in creek near Dallas apartment complex, police say Original
DALLAS — A man was taken to a hospital in critical condition after a Dallas police officer found him unresponsive in a creek near an apartment complex Tuesday night, police said. Officers responded around 11:40 p.m. to the 5600 block of Spring Valley Road after a report of a man calling for help outside the complex. The first officer to arrive found the man in a nearby creek, according to police.
Texas’ highest criminal court leaves Crystal Mason’s acquittal in place; Tarrant County DA defends prosecution Original
Crystal Mason said her “nightmare is over” after Texas’ highest criminal court left her acquittal in place Thursday, ending a nearly decade-long legal battle over a provisional ballot she submitted in the 2016 election. The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals voted 5-4 to dismiss the state’s petition to review the case as “improvidently granted.” The decision leaves standing a March 2024 ruling that acquitted Mason of illegal voting.
Dallas man sentenced to 12 years in prison for role in DFW ATM theft spree Original
DALLAS — A Dallas man was sentenced Tuesday to 12 years in federal prison for his role in a series of ATM thefts at convenience stores across the Dallas-Fort Worth area, federal prosecutors said. Louis Edward Coleman, 41, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit Hobbs Act robbery. U.S. District Judge Sean D. Jordan sentenced him Sept. 22, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Texas.
Suspect identified, charged with murder in a deadly North Texas shooting during a child custody exchange
One man was killed and another was wounded in a shooting during a child custody exchange Friday evening in Allen, police said. Officials with the Allen Police Department identified Jorge Jairala of Dallas as a suspect in the shooting. Jairala has been charged with murder, officials said. Allen police responded around 5:59 p.m. to reports of a shooting in the parking lot at 969 State Highway 121, near a Starbucks.
Lewisville police investigate jewelry store theft along State Highway 121 Original
LEWISVILLE, Texas — Police are searching for at least two people accused of stealing merchandise from a Lewisville jewelry store Friday afternoon. Officers responded around 4:25 p.m. to the store in the 4400 block of State Highway 121, according to the Lewisville Police Department. Police said at least two people entered the store, took an undetermined amount of merchandise and left the scene. Initial information provided to 911 indicated firearms and smoke may have been involved.
1 dead, another injured after shooting in Allen Starbucks parking lot, police say Original
ALLEN, Texas — One person was killed and another was injured in a shooting Friday evening at a Starbucks parking lot in Allen, police said. Allen police responded shortly before 6 p.m. to reports of a shooting at the Starbucks at 969 State Highway 121. A preliminary investigation found that an altercation between two people led to both being shot, police said. Investigators believe the shooting was related to domestic violence.
Missouri woman indicted, transported to Texas over alleged threats against Austin Metcalf’s family during murder trial Original
A Missouri woman has been indicted on federal charges after authorities say she threatened members of Austin Metcalf’s family and others involved in the Collin County murder trial of Karmelo Anthony. Sharifa Nicole Henderson, 34, of Kansas City, Missouri, faces three counts of interstate threatening communications, federal prosecutors announced Friday. She faces up to five years in prison for each charge. This story continues below.
Small North Texas ordered to disband police department after failing to meet state standards
TRINIDAD, Texas — The police department in Trinidad, a small city about 70 miles southeast of Dallas, has been ordered to disband after Texas state regulators determined it failed to meet minimum operating standards. The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, or TCOLE, notified Mayor Dennis Haws in a Sept. 9 letter that the department’s authority to appoint or continue employing licensed officers will be revoked effective Friday, Sept. 18.
Small North Texas town ordered to disband police department after failing to meet state standards
Follow Small North Texas town ordered to disband police department after failing to meet state standards Updated Thu, September 17, 2026 at 2:04 PM EDT Key takeawaysPowered by Yahoo Scout. Yahoo is using AI to generate key points from this article. This means the info may not always match what’s in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. The police department in Trinidad, Texas has been ordered to disband by state regulators for failing to meet minimum operating standards.
Emergency response exercise planned Friday at McKinney National Airport Original
MCKINNEY, Texas — McKinney residents may notice a large emergency response at McKinney National Airport (TKI) on Friday, but city officials say there is no cause for alarm. The city will conduct a full-scale emergency exercise at the airport from approximately 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18. The exercise is planned and does not involve an actual emergency. This story continues below.
Texas investigates voter portal issues after voters' registrations appear as ‘inactive’ Original
DALLAS — The Texas Secretary of State’s Office says it is investigating issues with its online voter registration lookup tool after some registered voters reported that the website incorrectly listed their status as “inactive.” Several Texans alerted WFAA to the apparent problem with the state’s My Voter Portal, which allows voters to check their registration status and find election information. This story continues below.
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