Fort Worth Moves to Demolish Problematic Eco Motel
The city is seeking a court order to raze the Eco Motel after decades of violations, marking a key outcome of its new nuisance enforcement pilot program.
Sasha EsparzaJuly 1, 20261 min read
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Fatal I-20 Crash Claims Life in Fort Worth
A person died after being struck by a vehicle on eastbound Interstate 20 near Oak Grove Road Sunday night, prompting a police investigation.
Sasha EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
Fort Worth Y Pauses Willow Park Branch Amid CEO Search
The YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth has suspended plans for a new Willow Park facility while searching for a permanent leader to replace outgoing CEO Mike Brown.
Sasha EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
DFW July 4 Hours: Stores, Banks, and Trash Collection
Major retailers and banks in the Dallas-Fort Worth area will operate with modified schedules or close entirely for the Independence Day holiday.
Jules PenningtonJune 30, 20261 min read
Fort Worth Seeks Input on Reversing Hemphill Street Traffic Changes
Residents are invited to complete a survey by July 31 regarding potential restriping of Hemphill Street to address congestion concerns.
Sasha EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
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Lockheed Martin Awarded $2.2 Billion Contract for F-35 Fighter Jet Maintenance
Lockheed Martin has secured $2.2 billion in June contracts, including a major award for F-35 Lightning II fighter jet maintenance, bolstering the defense giant's Fort Worth aeronautics operations.
Sasha EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
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Fort Worth lab accelerates DNA testing for flood victims
Scientists at UNT Health Fort Worth compressed DNA analysis timelines to identify victims of the July 4 Hill Country floods.
Tessa WhitlockJune 30, 20261 min read
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Fort Worth Cafe Partners With Nonprofit to Hire Workers With Learning Differences
Fred's Texas Cafe in Fort Worth has launched a workday program in partnership with Stone's Throw Farm to provide employment opportunities for young adults with learning differences.
Sasha EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
North Texas Braces for Triple-Digit Heat and Hazy Skies
Temperatures in the Dallas-Fort Worth area are climbing toward 100 degrees this week, coinciding with a Saharan dust plume that may degrade air quality.
Tessa WhitlockJune 30, 20261 min read
Fort Worth Gas Prices Edge Lower to $3.1510 as State Average Declines
Regular unleaded averages $3.1510 in the Fort Worth-Arlington area, down from last week and less than the state average.
Dexter LindgrenJune 30, 20261 min read
Spectrum News 1 Updates Dallas-Fort Worth Coverage Options
Spectrum News 1 in the Dallas-Fort Worth market is highlighting its local weather forecasts and news source selection tools for residents.
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Fort Worth Neighbor Shoots Man With Machete Dragging Woman
Police in Fort Worth say a neighbor shot and killed a man who was dragging a woman down the street while wielding a machete.
Sasha EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
Fort Worth Readies for July 4 Festival at Panther Island
Fort Worth is finalizing preparations for its annual Independence Day celebration at Panther Island Pavilion, with organizers anticipating a larger crowd this year.
Sasha EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
Dallas cafes offer free Monday drinks through summer
Capital One Café and Pax & Beneficia Coffee are providing complimentary beverages every Monday in the Dallas area this summer.
Sasha EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
Fort Worth residents voice concerns over data centers and school policies
Local letters to the editor highlight opposition to AI data centers, praise for rare disease treatment, and criticism of school district actions.
Sasha EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
Fort Worth Gas Prices Edge Lower to $3.1660 as State Average Declines
Regular unleaded averages $3.1660 in the Fort Worth-Arlington area, down from last week and less than the state average.
Gwen LindgrenJune 30, 20261 min read