Cedric Ricks, convicted in a 2013 Bedford killing, is scheduled for execution March 11 in Huntsville after years of appeals. His family and abolitionists are pushing Gov. Greg Abbott for clemency.

Mild, muggy Thursday turns breezy with highs near 79F. Strong storms and heavy rain are possible Friday into Saturday; have an indoor backup plan.

Austin state Rep. Gina Hinojosa won the Democratic primary and will challenge Gov. Greg Abbott in November. Her campaign ran on schools, health care and anti-corruption themes.

A California pizzeria famed for its 120‑pepperoni pies has opened its first Texas shop in North Richland Hills. The menu features XL pepperoni pies, black garlic sauce and oversized calzones.

A Fort Worth food mart sold a $3 million Colossal Cashword scratch-off and the Euless holder has claimed the prize. The retailer may be eligible for a bonus.

Ikea will open a 63,000-square-foot small-format store at The Shops at Park Lane next Wednesday, offering Swedish food and thousands of items for same-day pickup.

A heavy law-enforcement response was reported near Jesuit College Prep and W.T. White High in North Dallas Wednesday; witnesses and open-data logs showed multiple units in the corridor.

Barrio Tacos debuts in McKinney this Thursday with build-your-own tacos, margaritas and giveaways — the first 50 guests score free queso for a year.

Fort Worth staff are pitching a 50% equipment tax abatement to land a $1.1B Edged data‑center campus near I‑20 and Chapin School Road, with a council vote set for March 31.

Dallas police detained a masked man outside the Marriott Dallas Uptown as Ken Paxton’s supporters gathered; officers later recovered magazines from a vehicle and towed it.

Arlington crews fought a two‑alarm apartment fire on Forest Point Drive Tuesday night; heavy flames were reported at the roofline and extra units were called in.

The Melting Pot plans a summer 2026 opening at Watters Creek in Allen, bringing its four-course fondue meals to the shopping center. Locals can expect cheese, entree and chocolate fondues.

Grayson County is pitching North Texas Regional Airport's 9,000-foot runway and buildable airside acreage as the foundation for scheduled passenger service. Officials are seeking grants and partners while McKinney builds a nearby terminal.