A former Venus ISD employee was arrested after a search warrant in Venus; investigators say he confessed to possessing child pornography and are seeking tips.

Sherman police say a temporary dentist was arrested after staff stopped a procedure when she appeared impaired; blood tests and an investigation are ongoing.

Mild Friday turns gusty Saturday; highs in the low 60s today and a rapid warmup later next week.

A Collinsville crash last Wednesday escalated into an armed confrontation; the driver was later identified as Bradley Bennett and has died, officials say.

Shorty's will open March 16 on the downtown McKinney square with hot dogs, smash burgers and house cocktails. The owners plan to showcase early photos of the square inside the restaurant.

Allen police arrested figure skating coach Benjamin Shroats after two athletes accused him of inappropriate relationships, one allegedly starting when a skater was a minor.

Warm, gusty skies push highs near 79°F Thursday. A Red Flag Warning affects parts of northwest North Texas 10 a.m.–7 p.m. CST.

Anna ISD canceled classes at the high school Wednesday while police sweep the campus following a potential bomb threat. Other district campuses remain open.

A pedestrian was killed Tuesday on eastbound I-30 at Hampton Road; deputies shut lanes and diverted traffic while investigators worked the scene. Authorities say the vehicle at the scene is cooperating.

Tarrant Appraisal District will reconsider a reappraisal plan that froze residential values and shifted appraisals to a two-year cycle. School leaders warn the policy could cost districts millions.

One year after a pilot began, Dallas Fire‑Rescue says field transfusions have helped dozens survive. The department is expanding so blood can reach patients across the city within minutes.

TPWD says HPAI is circulating in wild birds near Amarillo and Lubbock; officials urge residents to avoid sick or dead birds and protect pets and backyard flocks.

Fort Worth will place AEDs in patrol cars after an officer's near-fatal cardiac arrest; a donation plus training will fund the rollout to boost survival citywide.