Fort Worth is spending roughly $97,000 on an ad campaign after a spike in illegal‑gunfire arrests. The effort will target parents and teens with social and local ads.

A midnight 1960 storm in Kopperl, Texas—dubbed "Satan's Storm"—is still remembered for a reported 140°F spike, though modern records treat that number as unverified. The event is a classic heat‑burst story with lasting local lore.

Makesy opened a shop in Haltom City's H Mart Plaza after moving from California; city officials say the move will bring more than 100 jobs locally.

Clear and mild this morning in Dallas with highs near 80°F. Showers and storms are likely this weekend, with a risk for strong storms and flooding.

A Fort Worth man was sentenced to 40 years after pleading guilty in the 2023 death of his partner. Victims delivered impact statements alleging years of abuse.

Earthx2026 convenes April 20–22 at the Hilton Anatole with a local-first program focused on heat, water, transportation and the sustainability footprint of the 2026 World Cup.

A 49-year-old man was found dead on South Winnetka Avenue in Oak Cliff and Dallas police have opened a homicide investigation under case 042265-2026. Detectives are asking for tips.

Parker County deputies say an illegal cockfighting training site showed signs of live‑plucking, shortened spurs and steroid use; authorities seized dozens, then hundreds, of birds and arrested a man.

Construction giant Balfour Beatty has leased more than 35,000 square feet at One Victory Park and will relocate its U.S. headquarters within Dallas. The move keeps the company’s U.S. command center in the city’s Uptown/Victory Park corridor.

Moon Wolf Provisions is moving from a trailer to a brick‑and‑mortar at 920 Custer Road, bringing desert‑tinged decor, Eiland‑roasted coffee, Starship bagel collabs and a makers’ market to Richardson.

A suspicious package on Pacific Avenue prompted road and transit closures across downtown, snarling the morning commute and shutting nearby DART stops.

Meraki will bring roughly 2,700 homes, parks and a planned on‑site elementary to Forney as builders prepare to break ground.

New Orleans-born Royal Roastery opened April 4 in Richardson, roasting about 80 nut varieties and selling baklava, crepes and viral Dubai chocolates.