Balloon Festival, Elle King, Latin Dance Festival and more: Things to do in North Texas this weekend

 Post Content      

Took Care of Business vs UNT & ASU Preview

In this week's tailgate Texas Tech football is back in the win column: -Texas Tech routes…

Sponsored Content: Achieving a Work-Life Balance: A Complete Guide for Lawyers

  A work-life balance is challenging for many professionals, and lawyers are no exception. In fact,…

TRAFFIC ALERT: Major delays after fatal crash on W Loop 820, fiery crash on I-35E

    traffic Semi driver intoxicated in fatal Fort Worth crash, police say Two separate crashes on…

More than 3,000 charities participating in North Texas Giving Day on Thursday

    More than 3,000 local nonprofits are seeking donations Thursday during the 16th annual North Texas…

State Fair of Texas new gun policy goes before judge on Thursday

    State Fair of Texas State Fair of Texas gun ban to remain, judge denies Ken…

Crunch Time: Breaking down Texas’ third-down and red-zone performance vs. UTSA

    In another resounding victory, the then-No.2 Texas Longhorns defeated the UTSA Roadrunners 56-7 in Austin…

ITYT: Deep Dive – Breaking Down Every Arch Manning Touchdown

    Let’s take a look at each Arch Manning touchdown and learn more about his ability.…

Texas education commissioner calls for student cellphone ban in schools

    “Texas education commissioner calls for student cellphone ban in schools” was first published by The…

What to know about Dallas Police Chief Eddie García

    After more than three and a half years with the city, Dallas police Chief Eddie…

Human remains found inside SUV that officials say caused pipeline fire in suburban Houston

    DEER PARK, Texas — A pipeline fire that burned in a Houston suburb for four…

Texas may look at safety changes for driverless vehicles

  Ahead of next year’s regular legislative session, the Texas Senate Transportation Committee held a hearing Wednesday…

Texas Sued By Environmental Group For Anti-ESG Law

   On September 1, 2021, the State of Texas enacted a law (SB 13) that constitutes…

The internal civil war in the Republican Party deep in the heart of Texas

  GRANBURY, Texas —  An American flag hung on the side of a barn and a country song…

Things to do in Austin Sept. 19–22

  Catch rapper Abhi the Nomad or compete at trivia. 

Access to this page has been denied

  px-captcha 

How the Texas Longhorns’ true freshmen are making a difference

   AUSTIN (KXAN) — It took almost 16 years for Texas to get back to being…

Austin resident $1M richer after Texas Lottery win

   AUSTIN (KXAN) — Following the purchase of a lottery ticket, an Austin resident has claimed…

Travis County flags Texas law enforcement after convicted arsonist flees

   AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Travis County District Clerk’s Office issued a warrant on Sept. 13…

Judge allows Texas State Fair’s gun ban to stand for now

   DALLAS (Texas Tribune) — On Thursday, a Dallas County District Court struck down Texas Attorney…

UPS Driver Saves Collapsed Grandmother, Then Brings Her Treats Every Week to Hospital: ‘She’s Family Now’

It turns out that angels sometimes wear brown. UPS driver Raheem Cooper was passing through his…

What You Need to Know about NASA’s SpaceX Crew-9 Mission

     SpaceX Crew-9 members (from left) Mission Specialist Aleksandr Gorbunov from Roscosmos and Commander Nick Hague…

Man Shocked to Discover His Pokémon Card Collection is Now Worth $5,000

A woman was left stunned when she discovered that her husband was sitting on a small…

Texas asks federal government for help verifying voter’s immigration status and citizenship

  Several other states already request federal citizenship status. But this is the first time Texas…

WFAA 75th Anniversary Special

  Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this…

WFAA News at 10 p.m.

  Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this…

The assassination of John F. Kennedy in Dallas | WFAA celebrates 75 years

  Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this…

WFAA Daybreak

  Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this…

Traffic Alert: All northbound lanes of I-35 closed after a major accident, officials say

  Dallas County Sherriff’s deputies were working a major accident in the northbound lanes of I-35…

Traffic Alert: Woman killed in crash on Loop 820 in Fort Worth

  A large crash killed one person and closed all lanes of Loop 820 at White…

Texas education commissioner calls for student cellphone ban in schools

  Mike Morath made the recommendation as concerns rise that phones are harmful to students’ mental…

Man wielding skinning knife shot, killed by officers in North Texas, officials say

  After a pursuit, the man exited his vehicle waving a large skinning knife, the Wise…

Loon Star State: ‘When You Assume…’

To see more political cartoons from Ben Sargent, visit our Loon Star State section or find Observer political reporting…

WATCH: Most Heartwarming Update Ever As Trump Hand Delivers Present to Little Liam

   We have a very heartwarming update for you on a story RedState’s Nick Arama covered…

Attorney Files Contempt of Court Motion Against Fulton DA Fani Willis Ahead of Hearing

   Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is not having the best week, with a Georgia…

MUST WATCH: Kamala’s Disqualifying Comment About Going Into Homes to Check Guns

   Remember what Kamala Harris said in her CNN interview? She claimed her values “have not…

CA Gov. Newsom Signs Ban Against Political Deepfakes; Elon Musk Mercilessly Trolls Him With… Deepfakes

   California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a strict new censorship law Tuesday that will make it…

Democratic Operative Walks Away From the Party No Longer Reflecting Its Espoused Values

   Former Democratic operative Evan Barker has penned a scathing rebuke of the party on whose…

NEW: Josh Hawley Drops Disturbing Whistleblower Info on Second Assassination Attempt

   The information that we’ve already heard about the second attempted assassination of former President Donald…

Nancy Pelosi’s Attempt to Dismiss Her Coup of Joe Biden Is So Absurd You’ll Think She’s Drunk

   With the pace of presidential politics being somewhere around the speed of light, it’s easy…

Thursday Morning Minute

   Good morning, and welcome to RedState’s “Morning Minute” — a brief glimpse at which stories…

Trump Lights It Up on ‘Gutfeld’ in Funny and Endearing Appearance

   Former President Donald Trump seems to have boundless energy that can’t be squelched, despite all…

2 SAPD officers suspended after violating department’s pursuit policy, records show

   SAN ANTONIO – Two San Antonio police officers were suspended for violating the department’s pursuit…

Man stabbed multiple times after attempting to stop alleged assault of sister, SAPD says

   SAN ANTONIO – A man was taken to the hospital with multiple stab wounds after…

Blue Bell unveils newest ice cream flavor: Chocolate Brownie Truffle Ice Cream

   Blue Bell has announced its newest flavor — Chocolate Brownie Truffle Ice Cream. Chocolate Brownie…

University Health, nonprofit offering free car seat checks this weekend in Helotes

   HELOTES, Texas – Parents and caregivers in San Antonio can get their car seats checked…

Man in critical condition after getting hit by truck while crossing road, SAPD says

   SAN ANTONIO – A man was taken to the hospital in critical condition after being…

College Football Rankings in the State of Texas for Week 4

 Post Content      

North Texas church fires senior pastor over claims of viewing inappropriate images, lawyer claims no wrongdoing

 Post Content      

Surfers On Board Climate Fight After Big Wave Areas Found to be Significant Carbon Stores

Nearly 90 million metric tonnes of planet-warming carbon have been found surrounding surf breaks across the…

Texas Gulf Coast gets endangered sea corals from South Florida

    DANIA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Scientists have moved about 300 endangered sea corals from South…

Texas THC controversy and young woman unjustly jailed for legal delta-8 fire up readers

    I can’t recall a topic sparking so swift a flood of responses as my recent…

Pensions, Investments & Financial Services – 9/19/2024

     The House Committee on Pensions, Investments & Financial Services will meet to hear invited and…

State Affairs – 10/17/2024

     Social Media & Protecting Children: Study the impact of social media use on children.…

State Affairs – 10/16/2024

     Runoff Elections: Study the prerequisites, timing, and efficiency of runoff elections. Make recommendations to increase…

Instead of To-Do Lists, You Wellbeing May Be Crying Out for a ‘To-Don’t’ List

Even with things that are generally ‘good for you,’ continually adding more of them to your…

Young Texans could decide 2024 election’s outcome if they vote

  It is more important than ever to persuade young adults that their votes matter. 

Tarrant County GOP sought an election advantage with failed effort to…

   Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to…

Texas Standard for Sept. 18, 2024: Hindu voters in Texas weigh in as political ties grow stronger

  With Hindu connections on both major presidential tickets, Texas Standard visited a Central Texas Hindu festival…

Texas officials sued, allegedly violated National Voter Registration Act

   Two Texas officials were sued this week after they were accused of violating the National…

Do Bible stories belong in K-5 curriculum? Texas board to vote in November

   Kimmie Fink and her husband are raising their children Catholic. Her family attends Mass, and…

Do Bible stories belong in K-5 curriculum? Texas board to vote in November

   Kimmie Fink and her husband are raising their children Catholic. Her family attends Mass, and…

Texas may look at safety changes for driverless vehicles

   AUSTIN (KXAN) — It’s becoming more common again to see vehicles with no drivers inside…

Texas Supreme Court to decide fate of delta-8, state’s hemp business

  Hemp-derived products have become a multi-billion dollar industry in Texas. 

A Texas reporter was arrested for asking questions. The state says that’s no big deal.

   Next month, the Supreme Court will consider whether to take up Villarreal v. Alaniz, a…

A Texas Reporter Was Arrested for Asking Questions. The State Says That’s No Big Deal.

   Next month, the Supreme Court will consider whether to take up Villarreal v. Alaniz, a…

Gov. Abbott, don’t let this East Texas man be executed

   One doesn’t have to be for or against the death penalty to see that an…

Texas State University enrolls over 40,000 students for 1st time in its 125-year history

   SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) – If you were to do a head count on Texas…

NASA Astronaut Tracy C. Dyson’s Scientific Mission aboard Space Station

     NASA astronaut Tracy C. Dyson smiles for a portrait in the vestibule between the Kibo…

Rob Gutro: Clear Science in the Forecast

     Rob Gutro has never been one to stay idle. From his start working at a…

Giant Leaps Start at Johnson for NASA’s SpaceX Crew-9 Commander Nick Hague

     As the hub of human spaceflight, NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston holds a variety…

Fed slashes interest rates in first cut since 2020

  Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this…

Second judge denies bail to Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

  Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this…

‘The needs have increased.’ | North Texas nonprofit opens new location to combat food insecurity

  The non-profit has been serving the Mid-Cities since 2009. Leney says they’ve seen a major…

7th human case of West Nile Virus confirmed in Denton County

  In August, public health officials announced the first death from the virus in the 2024…

Ikea planning new North Texas store. Here’s where

  Ikea already has stores in Frisco and Grand Prairie, and a smaller site in Southlake,…

WFAA News at 6 p.m.

  Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this…

City of Denton animal service policies under review

  Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this…

Fort Worth bishop asks diocese not to participate in any sacraments with Arlington monastery as feud continues

  Bishop Michael Olson has accused the nuns of holding invalid elections to re-appoint Mother Teresa…

Athletic Association Chair talks to WFAA Joe Trahan about the Cotton Bowl Classic

  Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this…

Governor Abbott Announces Over $344,000 Career Training Grant To Fabens ISD

Governor Greg Abbott today announced a grant of more than $344,000 has been awarded to Fabens…

Governor Abbott Appoints Richards To Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation Board Of Directors

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Ernest Richards to the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation Board of…

Governor Abbott Appoints Weldon To Brazos River Authority Board Of Directors

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Jerry “Kenny” Weldon, II to the Brazos River Authority Board of…

Governor Abbott Announces Over $2.4 Million In Grants To West Texas Veteran Service Organizations

Governor Greg Abbott today announced 10 Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants totaling more than $2.4…

Teamsters Members Overwhelmingly Voted to Endorse Trump, But Leadership Wimped Out

   For a moment Wednesday afternoon, it looked like Kamala Harris would lose the Teamsters Union…

Mother of Woman Raped and Murdered by Illegal Immigrant Gives Heartbreaking Testimony Before Congress

   Patty Morin, whose daughter was raped and murdered by an illegal immigrant, testified before Congress…

Gallup Poll Reveals Who Is More Popular – and It’s Devastating for Kamala Harris

   I don’t think Kamala Harris’ campaign is going to want to show her the numbers…

VIP Gold Show: Scott Explains to Duke Why Kamala Will Lose in November

   Scott discusses why he is 100 percent certain that Kamala Harris will NOT be the…

New: Montana Supreme Court Deals Another Huge Blow to Jon Tester’s Reelection Campaign

   With less than two months to go before Election Day, all eyes are on not…

Professor Teaches Students About Evil by Having Them Read Writings of Hitler’s Chief Propagandist

   A professor at the University of Austin ingeniously teaches students about “good and evil” by…

Iranian Hackers Caught Sharing Trump Campaign Information With Team Biden

   The FBI and intelligence agencies on Wednesday revealed that Iran has been engaged in online…

Graduates return to South San Antonio to uplift their community

   SAN ANTONIO – Jesus Rendon, a 2010 South San Antonio Independent School District graduate, left…

South San neighborhood lacks libraries, community centers

   SAN ANTONIO – Within the boundaries of the South San neighborhood, residents want to thrive.…

A bit of change in the extended forecast

   FORECAST HIGHLIGHTS Mid/upper 90s through the weekend Heat index up to 105° again tomorrow Temperatures…

What is Port San Antonio? KSAT Explains

   SAN ANTONIO – If you’ve driven on Highway 90 in San Antonio, you’ve likely seen…

Authorities searching for wanted suspect last seen in Guadalupe County

   WILSON COUNTY, TEXAS – The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help…

North Texas Giving Day: Helping your donation dollars go further

 Post Content      

Hubble Examines a Busy Galactic Center

This NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image features the spiral galaxy IC 4709 located around 240 million…

Author John Grisham joins bid to save Texas death row inmate

 Agence France-PressePublished Sep 18, 2024 09:41 AM PHTADVERTISEMENTRead More:john grisham|shaken baby syndrome|robert roberson|autism|texasAdvertise with UsPrivacy PolicyTerms…

What you need to know about immigration law and the 2024 election

    An increase in the number of undocumented migrants crossing the U.S.-Mexico border since President Joe…

Where to go glamping in North Texas this fall

    For campers who want to enjoy the great outdoors, but also enjoy air conditioning and…

Major crash involving three 18-wheelers on U.S 59 S in Lufkin, lanes closed

    One of the vehicles lost its load of 25-foot steel pipes, according to a spokesperson…

OFFICIALS: East Texas man arrested after provoking, beating neighbor’s dog with baseball bat

    Jason Washington was booked into the Panola County Jail. TATUM, Texas — An East Texas…

Gladewater water main break interrupts service, GISD students released early

    The district told CBS19 they will be releasing students at 1 p.m. due to a…

Ex-Tyler ISD teacher’s aide indicted by grand jury for improper relationship with students

    He was booked into the Smith County Jail in May on several charges relating to…

Former Overton city clerk arrested, accused of using city funds to purchase fuel

    Pool said from June 5, 2024 to Aug. 9, 2024, a total of 20 unauthorized…

Curveball or slider? Texas Rangers’ Kumar Rocker explains dominant breaking ball

    ARLINGTON — Here’s the deal: Statcast classifies Kumar Rocker’s nasty breaking pitch as a slider.…

Researchers Bend DNA Strands with Light, Revealing a New Way to Study the Genome

With the flick of a light, researchers have found a way to rearrange life’s basic tapestry,…

Texas isn’t a battleground state, but that won’t make November’s election boring

   Is Texas a battleground state? Hardly. The vast majority of races on November’s Texas ballots…

‘Total war’: Lawmakers look to shake up Texas politics next legislative session

  One year after Ken Paxton’s acquittal, the political rifts have yet to settle. Some lawmakers hope…

Wave of violent threats hit Texas schools

   AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Just weeks into the school year, school districts across Texas are responding…

Van Gogh’s Painting Starry Night Is Scientifically Accurate, Says New Study

It’s probably fair to say that Starry Night is the second most famous painting ever made behind the Mona…

Reinventing the Clock: NASA’s New Tech for Space Timekeeping

     Here on Earth, it might not matter if your wristwatch runs a few seconds slow.…

Giant Millipede Lost to Science for a Century Rediscovered in Madagascar with 20 More Species in World-First Expedition

It may be the very definition of a creepy crawly, but this species of giant millipede…

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with moon cake at this Dallas restaurant

  Also known as the Moon Festival, it has been a tradition in many Asian cultures…

Man who shot himself after chase with Richardson PD was suspect in wife’s murder, family members say

  Police sources told WFAA that Donald Ingram led police on a chase, fired at officers,…

DFW Weather: When will it cool down? Not this week

  Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this…

Melissa Fire Department cites population boom as reason it won’t service areas outside city limits

  City leaders say their fire district is double the size of the city, and they…

North Texas teacher accused of abusing 3-year-old at preschool pleads guilty to reckless injury to a child

  The parents of the 3-year-old child sued the school, which they say refuses to take…

FC Dallas’ Toyota Stadium $182 million renovation approved by Frisco City Council

  Renovation plans include upgraded club spaces, seating and luxury suites at the 19-year-old stadium, as…