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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Late Wednesday night shooting in Fort Worth fatal for one person, three victims injured
Fort Worth, Texas – In the wake of a devastating late-night shooting on Wednesday, the Chief of Police for Fort Worth, Neil Noakes, is passionately urging any potential witnesses to break their silence and assist authorities in their ongoing manhunt. The dreadful incident, which resulted in the loss of one…
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Tarrant County officials shut down notorious strip club Temptations, citing zoning violation
Tarrant County, Texas – In a recent resolution that will reverberate through Tarrant County’s nocturnal landscape, a special board has unanimously decided on the revocation of the business permit of a notorious strip club, renowned for its dangerous atmosphere. Temptations Cabaret, an adult entertainment venue, found itself in the crosshairs…
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The city of Arlington is conducting target ground spraying this week after confirming four positive West Nile Virus (WNV) mosquito samples
ARLINGTON, Texas — There is another ground-spraying operation in Arlington this week in response to the detection of four West Nile Virus (WNV) positive mosquito samples. This initiative follows an earlier instance, almost a month ago, when the city discovered a single WNV positive mosquito in the vicinity of Forest…
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Fort Worth-based firm plans to bring the Fort Worth Public Market building into life
Fort Worth, Texas – Drawing inspiration from its resplendent past, the once-thriving Fort Worth Public Market on Henderson Street, a stone’s throw southwest from downtown, is poised to resuscitate its long-dormant vibrancy. This architectural gem, engraved into the city’s history in 1930, beckoned to a myriad of visitors from across…
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Cooling centers to be opened in Dallas, Denton, Collin, Tarrant and Ellis, provided by the Salvation Army of North Texas
Dallas, Texas – The Salvation Army, a beacon of benevolence for the Northern Texas region, has declared the initiation of its ambitious endeavor to combat the scorching summer heat. The project entails the strategic establishment of cooling stations in a network spanning five counties and the planned provision of water…
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Arlington ISD Board of Trustees voted to appoint Dr. Steven Wurtz as interim superintendent amid search for permanent replacement
Arlington, Texas – In a development from Arlington Independent School District (ISD), the Board of Trustees convened an assembly earlier this week, culminating in the decisive vote to anoint Dr. Steven Wurtz as the Interim Superintendent. This appointment arrives amidst their ongoing pursuit for a permanent successor to the esteemed…
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Juneteenth museum in Fort Worth, set to start construction later this year, given $3 million for infrastructure improvements
Fort Worth, Texas – In a promising development for cultural enrichment in Fort Worth, the proposed National Juneteenth Museum is poised to secure up to $3 million for key infrastructure upgrades, courtesy of the Regional Transportation Council. This governing body, an arm of the North Texas Council of Governments focused…
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The popular fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept Chicken Salad Chick opens location in Tarrant County
Fort Worth, Texas – In the bustling city of Southlake, the metropolis welcomes the newest addition to its culinary landscape: Chicken Salad Chick, a fast casual dining brand dedicated exclusively to chicken salad, whose roots have grown strong in the nation. Making its grand entrance into the city’s dining scene,…
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Dallas Area Rapid Transit’s Silver Line project is in early stages, but City of Plano wants locals’ input
Plano, Texas – Aiming to shape the future of transportation in North Texas, the city of Plano is actively soliciting public perspectives on the design plans for its two proposed stations, part to the Dallas Area Rapid Transit’s (DART) ambitious Silver Line project. The Silver Line, a regional commuter train…
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Arlington ISD receives coveted Best Communities for Music Education designation for the 17th time
Arlington, Texas – Echoing an all too familiar tune, yet one that continues to harmonize with excellence, the Arlington Independent School District has yet again demonstrated their unwavering dedication to music education. The NAMM Foundation, for the seventeenth consecutive time, has bestowed upon them the coveted Best Communities for Music…