Fort Worth Local News
Most recent breaking news about Fort Worth and the Tarrant County area including crime news, politics, community news and events
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UNT Awards Honorary Doctorate to Opal Lee
Denton, Texas – Opal Lee, a Civil Rights activist widely known as the “Grandmother of Juneteenth”, was awarded an honorary doctorate degree from her alma mater, the University of North Texas, adding yet another impressive title to her extensive repertoire of accomplishments. The trailblazer from Fort Worth, who has dedicated…
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Police officer sues after facial injury during training shooting
A lawsuit has been filed by a police officer in Tarrant County against a training company after being shot in the face during an active shooter training drill. The incident occurred at Forest Hill’s David K. Sellars Elementary last November, where Sansom Park police officer, Lina Mino sustained severe injury.…
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Medical examiner confirms woman found under bridge died from gunshot wounds
Tarrant County has been left in shock following the announcement by the medical examiner that a young woman whose body was found under a bridge in Fort Worth had been shot to death. 19-year-old Janeecia Mason’s body was discovered last month, and now investigators are searching for answers surrounding the…
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Hispanic Women Keep Easter Tradition with Cascarones in Tarrant County
North Texans are keeping the Easter tradition of cascarones alive, with one local business owner making up to 200 of these confetti-filled, hollowed-out egg shells by hand every day leading up to the holiday. At Rosita’s Boutique in Fort Worth, owner Rosita Muñoz seals the hole in each eggshell with…
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Fort Worth Area Acquires New Water Supply from Local Source.
Fort Worth-area cities in North Texas have been granted permission to purchase water from a new source without having to build a new reservoir. This marks the first time since 2005 that there has been an opportunity to do so. The Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD) can divert and sell…
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Difficulty in finding ADHD drugs in Fort Worth and across the US causes concern for patients.
A Shortage on Name Brand Adderall Plagues Tarrant County and Beyond Reported shortages on name brand Adderall, a medication used for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), have left residents of Tarrant County anxiously searching for answers. Since October 2022, countless sufferers have noticed diminished supply and increased difficulty in obtaining their essential…
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Fort Worth parents demand armed security officers in public schools at Capitol
Parents from the Tanglewood Elementary school in Fort Worth have joined forces with City Council member Michael Crain and local law enforcement officials in their bid for armed security officers to be present at every school in Texas. Their lobbying efforts initiated a pilot program consisting of off-duty Fort Worth…
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New Tarrant Businesses: Butcher’s Son Tops List
Exciting news for foodies in Fort Worth! Several new eateries are set to open in the coming weeks and months, offering a variety of cuisines and dining experiences. From sliders and shakes to wood-fired pizza, here’s a rundown of what to expect: Opening on March 20 is Son of a…
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Fort Worth sees surge in eviction filings, fears crisis
Fort Worth, Texas has seen eviction filings reach levels higher than those prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new nationwide eviction data. The Eviction Lab at Princeton University reports that more than 3,800 evictions were filed in February 2023 – a shocking 36% higher than pre-pandemic monthly averages. These…
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Buttigieg Unveils $29M Airfield Safety Project During DFW Visit
The roar of aircraft overhead was the soundtrack of United States Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg’s visit to DFW Airport Thursday, as he announced groundbreaking for a $28.8 million airfield project designed to reduce the prevalence of near-accidents between planes. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reported more than 700 incidents…