Heaven Marie Diaz, founder of Pursuit of Excellence, was sentenced to 97 months and ordered to pay $799,033.47 after a jury found she diverted more than $3 million in payroll taxes.

An 84-year-old Fort Worth woman says scammers posing as FBI agents convinced her to buy gold bars — and she lost nearly $600,000. Authorities are investigating.

Pizza Twist, known for naan‑crust pies and butter‑chicken toppings, will open Dec. 15 at Flower Mound Town Center. The new location mixes Indian flavors with classic pizza offerings.

A Wingstop and Crumbl franchise group expanded a 15‑unit pact into a 120+ area‑representative deal to bring Lola Beans drive‑thru coffee, infused sodas and energy drinks to Texas, with a Dallas–Fort Worth rollout starting in 2026.

Alleyway repairs by SAZ Infrastructure on Reno St. in Lewisville will start Wednesday, potentially affecting local trash disposal until January 9. Residents should follow City Hall announcements for updates.

The Tarrant County Sheriff's Office released surveillance stills after a Nov. 26 burglary at Westland Market and asked the public to help identify the suspect.

85C Bakery Cafe is planning a spring 2026 opening in Prosper, with state permit filings showing a 2,600-square-foot buildout near the U.S. 380 corridor.

Crow Holdings and Hilton are investing $100M to renovate the Hilton Anatole, refreshing atrium rooms and meeting spaces through 2028.

After decades dark, Denton’s Fine Arts Theatre is being repaired and reimagined as a two‑screen arts venue with a bar and festival programming, aiming to reopen mid‑2026.

Frisco's Frosty 5K and Merry Main Street events lead to local traffic disruptions, road closures, detours, and alternative parking arrangements from December 6, starting at 6 a.m. until 10 p.m.

Dallas Park & Recreation revives Candlelight Traditions at City Park in December, focusing on festive lights and clean parks. They offer updates in videos and are active on social media.

Fort Worth has been ranked first in permitting efficiency nationwide according to Labrynth's 2025 Red Tape Index 500, with a score of 0.96, highlighting its effective city development operations.

The United Way of Tarrant County's initiative to reduce youth gun violence in Fort Worth, the One Second Collaborative (OSC), has been linked to a 58% drop in teen shooting deaths and a 13% reduction in violent crime in the city.