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Fort Worth-area high school football rankings shift in Week 3
North Crowley retains Class 6A top spot while Mansfield Timberview claims the No. 1 position in Class 5A following Week 3 results.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 9, 20262 min read
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Star-Telegram seeks reader input for senior care guide
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram is compiling a guide to senior living facilities in the DFW Metroplex and is asking residents to submit their most pressing questions.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 9, 20261 min read
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FWISD parents voice concerns at board meeting as district reviews progress
Parents expressed dissatisfaction with district leadership changes during a recent school board meeting, while Superintendent Dr. Peter Licata highlighted recent academic improvements.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 9, 20262 min read
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Dallas-Fort Worth ties 54-day dry streak record amid heat
The Dallas-Fort Worth area has matched a 1955 record for the longest period without measurable rain, while also tying a heat record with 44 days at or above 100 degrees.
Tessa WhitlockSeptember 8, 20262 min read
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TEA Commissioner urges districts to use third-party management
Texas Education Agency head Mike Morath is encouraging struggling school districts to partner with outside groups to avoid state takeovers, citing Senate Bill 1882 as a key tool.
Renata PenningtonSeptember 8, 20262 min read
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Motorcyclist dies in single-vehicle crash on Loop 820
A rider was pronounced dead after a motorcycle struck a wall on Northeast Loop 820 in Fort Worth.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 8, 20261 min read
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Officials highlight gun safety after Fort Worth toddler's death
Fort Worth police and medical staff emphasize secure storage following a weekend of two accidental shootings involving children.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 8, 20262 min read
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FWFWF Announces Fall 2026 Events and Education Series
The Fort Worth Food + Wine Foundation has released its fall event lineup, featuring returning favorites and a new lunch-and-learn series for industry professionals.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 8, 20261 min read
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USHCC brings 2,000 delegates to Fort Worth for national convention
The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will hold its 2026 national convention at the Fort Worth Convention Center from Sept. 14 to 16, drawing approximately 2,000 attendees to the city.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 8, 20262 min read
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Fort Worth-area high school football Week 3 schedule released
The Week 3 slate for Fort Worth-area high school football includes non-district matchups and SPC Class 3A action set for Sept. 10-11.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 7, 20263 min read
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Study identifies downtown Fort Worth intersection as top crash site
A new analysis of Texas crash data ranks the Henderson Street intersection with Belknap and Weatherford streets as the most dangerous spot in Fort Worth, citing 197 collisions over five years.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 7, 20262 min read
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NBC DFW segment highlights Fiestas Patrias traditions
A recent broadcast on NBC DFW featured a discussion on Fiestas Patrias.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 7, 20261 min read
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Four Teens Detained Following Fort Worth Road Rage Shooting
Police in Fort Worth detained four teenagers after a vehicle chase ended following an incident officials described as stemming from road rage.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 7, 20261 min read
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Week 2 Fort Worth-area high school football results posted
Final scores for Thursday and Friday games involving Fort Worth-area high schools were released on September 5, 2026.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 7, 20262 min read
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Lawmakers honor late Rep. Kay Granger on House floor
About 30 members of Congress gathered to remember Fort Worth's former representative, citing her historic achievements and bipartisan relationships.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 6, 20262 min read
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5-year-old girl dies after accidental shooting at Fort Worth apartment
Police say a young child accessed an unsecured firearm and fatally shot herself in a Fort Worth apartment complex Saturday evening.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 6, 20261 min read
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Bud Kennedy highlights four Fort Worth eateries in August Eats Beat
A roundup of recent restaurant openings and anniversaries tracked by a local food columnist includes new locations for Peachtree Cafe and Panther City BBQ alongside enduring favorites.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 6, 20262 min read
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Fort Worth urges residents to dim lights to aid migrating birds
City officials recommend turning off or dimming outdoor lights between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. to help millions of migrating birds stay on course.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 6, 20261 min read
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Heritage Trace Parkway design reaches 60% completion
City officials reported that the design for the new 0.8-mile roadway in north Fort Worth is 60% complete, with construction expected to begin in summer 2027.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 5, 20262 min read
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Texas Wesleyan student shares appreciation for Fort Worth and Arlington
Kennedy Black, a student at Texas Wesleyan University, describes her daily life split between Fort Worth and southeast Arlington in a Fort Worth Report feature.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 5, 20262 min read
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Passenger duct-taped to seat after disturbance on Texas flight
American Airlines Flight 618 was diverted to Baltimore following an incident where a passenger made derogatory remarks and had to be restrained by fellow travelers.
Sasha EsparzaSeptember 5, 20262 min read