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Woman who lived on street where Grand Prairie cobra escaped moved next door to where ‘Oak Cliff Tiger’ was found
“If I can survive a cobra, I can survive a tiger,” Lisa Fonseca said. She just…
Scholastic Book Fairs will not be held at Grapevine-Colleyville ISD schools after list of books being sold was not provided
In an email to WFAA, the district said there were two instances where a book was…
Two-hour-old baby found in bushes near I-35E in Waxahachie
Police said the child was taken to an area hospital where he remains in good condition.…
North Texas school district pulls books from libraries to review, including the Bible and ‘Anne Frank’s Diary’ adaptation
Keller ISD pulled a total of 41 books to review under new policies that were passed…
3 suspects arrested, 1 at-large in connection to fatal shooting of 24-year-old DeSoto man, officials say
All four suspects are currently in custody and being held on individual bonds of $1 million,…
City of Wilmer sees population boost as more major companies move into area
The small city of Wilmer, Texas is now boasting a population of 6,690. That’s a significant…
Texas teacher retirements and resignations have spiked in 2022, creating a ‘crisis’ for districts and students alike
Teacher turnover across North Texas Attempts to fix the…
Bed Bath & Beyond shares tumble soon after becoming newest meme stock
After a high-profile activist investor confirmed that’s he’s bailed out of the stock, the shares began…
Update your phone: Apple discloses security flaw for iPhones, iPads and Macs
The software flaws could potentially allow attackers to take complete control of these devices, Apple said…
Mother of LGBTQ Keller ISD student voices concern after district suddenly pulls dozens of books before school begins
Keller ISD pulled 41 books on Tuesday to face review under new policies that were passed…
Child in Nebraska dies from suspected brain-eating amoeba
The brain-eating amoeba is typically found in southern states because it thrives in warm water, but…
Stars Coffee, anyone? Starbucks successor opening in Russia
The shuttered Russian stores are reopening with a very familiar name and a logo that could…
Viral video of volcanic eruption from space is manipulation of still photo
A video that shows a satellite view of a plume of smoke rising from a volcano…
‘Devastation is enormous’; Kentucky governor says another person presumed dead, death toll now at 38
‘By far the worst’ State of emergency declared What…
Tarrant County DA: Prosecutor asked for death penalty against family’s wishes
Paul Storey was sentenced to death after a jury found him guilty in the 2006 robbery…
The Oak Cliff Tiger is real: Cub was seized by law enforcement while serving an arrest warrant on Dallas rapper Trapboy Freddy
The tiger cub was caged during the process and was not loose, as some social media…
Jury declines to indict Dallas evangelist Rickie Rush amid assault allegations
A grand jury decided prosecutors had not presented enough evidence to show probable cause that southern…
Yes, the president can declassify documents, but there isn’t a set protocol they have to follow
Former President Trump claimed documents found at Mar-a-Lago were “all declassified.” We explain why sitting presidents…
Judge appears willing to unveil some of Mar-a-Lago affidavit
The revelation by a top national security prosecutor, was the clearest indication yet that the DOJ…
Part of a foot, in a shoe, spotted in Yellowstone hot spring
The discovery occurred in the southern part of Yellowstone at Abyss Pool, a 53-foot-deep hot spring…
How do you get a monkeypox vaccine in Texas?
Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins declared a public health emergency on Aug. 5 over the spread…
Dog eats lottery ticket, couple still gets paid
The couple says they left the ticket out and their two puppies got to it. OREGON,…
Watch live coverage: Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson and NFL reach settlement on 11-game suspension, $5 million fine
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson and the NFL have reached a settlement on an 11-game suspension.…
How the weather could impact the Dallas Cowboys in 2022
Mother Nature always has a hand in deciding the outcome in the NFL, so the Dallas…
Former Mesquite police chief named DART’s new chief of police
Dallas Area Rapid Transit has announced its new leader of its police department. DALLAS — The…
Bye bye, pesky poles: Here’s a first look at Billy Bob’s new renovations
Billy Bob’s, located in Fort Worth’s Stockyards area north of downtown, holds up to 6,000 people…
Man who died after eating raw oysters in Florida was reportedly from Dallas
The man originally suffered mild symptoms, but went to the hospital after he started having trouble…
No, it’s not safe to mix bleach with other household cleaners
You should never mix bleach with any other household cleaners or disinfectants because doing so could…
New trial date set for ex-Fort Worth officer charged in Atatiana Jefferson’s death
Jury selection is now set for Nov. 28 through Dec. 2, and the trial is scheduled…
Dodge’s electric Charger breaks the norm, keeps its signature loud noise
After Dodge announced the discontinuing of its gas-powered muscle cars, CEO Tim Kuniskis showcased the redesigned…
REWIND: Unchanged by time, the Dallas Firefighter Museum turns 50
Now 50 years later, the museum is set to celebrate some big milestones while remaining nearly…
Monkey business behind 911 call from California zoo
A Capuchin monkey named Route had apparently picked up a cell phone from a golf cart…
A Texas cryptocurrency mining business got $9.2M to cut power last month for grid stability
Riot Blockchain, Inc. mines and hosts bitcoins. AUSTIN, Texas — A Texas cryptocurrency mining business got…
‘This is amazing’: Why one San Antonio man says he felt better with COVID than without
More doctors are prescribing their patients the antiviral drug Paxlovid. An 88-year-old in San Antonio says…
Fort Worth police, family need help identifying suspect in hit-and-run that killed a grandfather
Police released video of a suspect vehicle involved in a deadly hit-and-run along Vaughn and Avenue…
Hood County city sees damage, power outages after strong storm moves through
Officials in Tolar said the city saw damage to homes, the post office and a school…
Dallas Love Field shooting video shows chaos as woman opened fire inside airport
Dallas police Chief Eddie Garcia walked media through the footage, which showed a woman in a…
Fire under control at bottling plant in Southlake, crews evaluating chemicals
Southlake DPS is urging residents to stay away from the area. SOUTHLAKE, Texas — Crews are…
Texas set to execute Kosoul Chanthakoummane for the 2006 murder of a McKinney real estate agent
DNA evidence tied Chanthakoummane to Sarah Walker’s murder at a model home in Collin County. TEXAS,…
Former Wednesday’s Child Aiden has found his forever family
WFAA shot Aiden’s Wednesday’s Child segment inside the television studios — gifting him with an anchor…
‘I’m very hopeful’: Dallas mayor tours Forest Theater, boasts potential for economic development in South Dallas neighborhood
The nonprofit Forest Forward is working to revitalize Forest Theater. Mayor Eric Johnson believes it could…
Juvenile arrested after ‘threats of violence’ toward DeSoto ISD school, police say
Authorities responded to four schools on Tuesday after a threat was made toward one of the…
5 ways to protect yourself from a job scam
Millions of Americans fall victim to job scams each year. Here are verified ways to keep…
Monkeypox: Track Houston area, local counties and Texas case numbers; get answers to common questions
We’ve put together a list of frequently asked questions and the answers from the Centers for…
Fort Worth Omni expansion part of $2 billion in planned downtown development
Omni Fort Worth is renewing plans for a $217 million, 400-room expansion after pausing during COVID-19…
No, you should not use hydrogen peroxide on wounds
Health experts warn against using hydrogen peroxide to treat or clean minor scrapes or cuts because…
Russian cosmonaut rushes back inside space station after issue on spacewalk
The trouble cropped up barely two hours into a planned 6 1/2-hour spacewalk. CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla.…
Fed Reserve saw signs of slowing economy in July meeting
It remains unclear whether the Fed will announce yet another three-quarter-point rate hike when it next…
2 dead, including teen, from fire at Garland home following reports of explosion
Six family members, with ages ranging from 3 to 54, were inside the home at the…
Dallas lawyer gets five years in prison for laundering supposed drug money
He pleaded guilty last year to laundering $380,000 for an undercover DEA agent he thought was…
‘Lack of accountability’ North Texas nonprofit founder addresses issues affecting students’ post-high school success
Dan Hooper of ScholarShot says high schools and colleges put too much pressure on students, leading…
Man with car problems got shot while looking for help, Fort Worth police say
According to police, the victim was trying to flag down a driver for help near I-20…
Who is Nicole Linton? Former Houston nurse had multiple prior crashes, LA County DA confirms
The traveling nurse charged with the deaths of six people, including an unborn baby, has a…
UK man in court over threat to ‘kill queen’ with crossbow
Prosecutors say the man was wearing a hood and a mask and carrying a loaded crossbow…
Pence would consider testifying for Jan. 6 committee if asked
Pence has tried to strategically distance himself from his former boss without straying too far and…
North Texas woman facing murder charge for husband’s drowning death
Dora Alvarez Maldonado, 44, faces a murder charge in the case, according to a news release…
Witnesses say former NFL player Aqib Talib started brawl that led to fatal shooting of youth coach. New video surfaces
WFAA has obtained new video showing the moments before coach Mike Hickmon was killed. DALLAS —…
Musk tweet joking about buying Manchester United causes stir
It wasn’t Musk’s first joke about buying a popular franchise. In April, he tweeted, “Next I’m…
Yes, some people can have more than one valid U.S. passport
Government officials and some U.S. citizens with regular passports can have more than one valid passport…
New Girl Scout Cookie is a twist on Thin Mints. What to know about Raspberry Rally
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‘Most eclectic home’ in California lives up to its name. Check out the ‘House of Sin’
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‘Holy Toledo!’ Curious bear seen poking head into open car window near Smoky Mountains
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Why is this $4 million home called The Star House? See its heavenly views of Colorado
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5-year-old run over by lawn mower while playing in SC yard flown to hospital, cops say
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Man threatens FBI after search of Trump’s Florida home, feds say. ‘You Deserve To Die’
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Two brothers jump off ‘Jaws’ bridge, MA police say. One is dead, the other missing
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Christian cellphone company donates ‘In God We Trust’ signs to Carroll ISD
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Shark bites 17-year-old’s legs before his best friend rescues him off Australia coast
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Fort Worth school bus crashes, overturns in accident Tuesday morning
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Officials release ID of man Richland Hills police shot dead when they say he pointed gun
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Over 6,200 frozen pizzas recalled after some consumers munch metal
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Rare mastodon bones unearthed by Michigan road crews. ‘That’s sure not a horse’
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Charging bear tumbles down stairs after being shot inside Colorado home, officials say
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‘Watch out for flying fish!’ Massive waterspout recorded looming off Destin, Florida
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Man abandons Jeep with tires blown out, then dies after hit-and-run, Oklahoma dad says
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One dead after motorcycle crash in northwest Fort Worth, police say
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Woman shot in chest while sleeping in west Fort Worth apartment, police say
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Did Darth Vader move to New York? And is this his house? Zillow Gone Wild is curious
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Mental health of students a priority as they head back to school in Texas. What to know
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The sweet success story of a little Fort Worth ice cream shop, now in the Stockyards
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‘Bring back Wash!’ Beloved former Texas Rangers manager unlikely option, despite fans
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A miracle: Long-lost brother and sister find each other at Fort Worth hospital
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Watch two Florida deputies rescue unconscious man from boat as it explodes and burns
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Photos: Watauga residents fight against Stedfast Baptist’s violent anti-gay rhetoric
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76-year-old man shoots girlfriend’s son in the back during dispute, Fort Worth police say
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Here’s a new way to ‘pay it forward’ in Arlington, thanks to a Fort Worth restaurant
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Gunman shot, killed another man after traffic accident near Fort Worth intersection
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Fort Worth teachers saw more fights and disruptions last year. Will this year be better?
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Watering on the wrong day? Fort Worth is using new meters to watch you
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Bilingual employees are in high demand in Fort Worth. Here are some places to apply
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Something was missing at The Weeknd’s eye-opening, senses-bending show at AT&T Stadium
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Meteor hunt: New research reveals the life and death of a space rock
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One in three parents worry that school traffic endangers their kids: poll
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Almost 1 million residents in Michigan, including Flint, under boil water advisory after leak
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Former Nixon counsel says Trump’s media supporters will have ‘egg all over their face’ when probe ends
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