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17-year-old killed in shooting on Norwalk Avenue
Dallas police are investigating after someone shot and killed a 17-year-old boy on Wednesday night.
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SMU announces it will become sixth ACC men's lacrosse program in spring of 2028
For the first time in over 20 years, SMU is adding a new varsity sport. SMU Athletics announced Thursday the launch of a men’s lacrosse program, which will be the first Division I men’s lacrosse team in Texas and the first new varsity sport at SMU since women’s equestrian in 2003...
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FC Dallas clinches MLS Cup Playoffs berth with win over Seattle Sounders FC
FC Dallas have qualified for the2026 MLS Cup Playoffs, clinching their spot with a 1-0 win over Seattle Sounders FC on Wednesday night in Frisco at Toyota Stadium. Dallas are third in the Western Conference (50 points; 14W-7L-8D), with five regular-season matches left. Two of whi...
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Roope Hintz scores in 4th round of shootout as Stars outlast Avalanche
Roope Hintz scored in the fourth round of the shootout, and the Dallas Stars beat Colorado 3-2 on Wednesday night in a game where the Avalanche had two early goals disallowed. Hintz sent a wrist shot past Scott Wedgewood. Casey DeSmith secured the win by stopping Brock Nelson. Mi...
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Trump cancels livestream of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan’s execution after bipartisan backlash
President Donald Trump said the Pentagon will not livestream the Dec. 3 firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, reversing an earlier plan that drew bipartisan criticism....
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Driver sentenced to 7 years for drunken crash that killed SMU student
A Dallas woman was sentenced to 7 years in prison after the 2023 death of an SMU student.
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CDC sending a ‘disease detective' to help stop measles outbreak in Pennsylvania
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is sending one of its scientists to Pennsylvania to help curb the state’s growing measles outbreak , a CDC spokesperson said Thursday. That person, a “disease detective” within the agency’s Epidemic Intelligence Service, is scheduled...
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Routine traffic stop leads to major drug bust with over 700 pounds of meth and fentanyl found in vehicle
A routine traffic stop in Nevada turned into a major drug bust after a trained narcotics detecting K-9 alerted deputies to the presence of suspected fentanyl and methamphetamine in the vehicle....
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Austin ICE shooting: Democratic Congress members hold hearing
Texas U.S. Rep. Greg Casar and other Democratic members of Congress are hosting a hearing on ICE's actions in connection to the shooting of Wilber Rafael Garces Perez in Austin....
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Armed suspect shot himself during confrontation with Fort Worth police
An armed suspect died Wednesday during a police warrant operation in Dallas. FOX 4's Dan Godwin has more.
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Amber Guyger released on parole Friday, 8 years after Botham Jean's murder
Former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger, who was convicted of murdering Botham Jean after mistakenly entering his Dallas apartment in 2018, was released from prison on parole Friday, Oct. 16 , according to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Guyger, who was sentenced to 1...
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‘Jeopardy!' ends in rare tie, leading to this sudden death question
A true rarity happened on the Oct. 13 episode of “Jeopardy!” when the game ended in a tie , bringing the fate of the game down to one additional question. At the conclusion of Double Jeopardy, returning champion Greg Monson had $18,200, while Ron Clarke had exactly half that, wit...
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Midterm campaigns are asking, where's the beef? And how much does it cost?
In the midterm elections, meat is on the menu. As Democrats and Republicans argue over high prices and the Iran war, they also are having a food fight over who is the most red-blooded carnivore. The latest example came this week in Mississippi, where Democratic U.S. Senate candid...
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Boil water notice issued for Ventana neighborhood in Fort Worth
The City of Fort Worth issued a precautionary boil water notice for the Ventana neighborhood after a pressure drop, with bottled water distribution available for affected residents....
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U.S. coach who recorded young gymnasts undressing is sentenced to 90 years in prison
A once prominent youth gymnastics coach was sentenced to 90 years in prison Wednesday for secretly recording his young female students undressing and using the bathroom at a Mississippi gym, in a case that rocked the sport. U.S. District Judge Kristi Johnson gave the maximum sent...
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Get mesmerized by the artistry of the 5th Annual Catrina Fest in Sundance Square
Get ready to be mesmerized by the artistry and traditions of the 5th Annual Catrina Fest in Sundance Square. NBC 5, Telemundo 39, and Sundance Square invite you to bring your friends and family to Sundance Square in Fort Worth on Saturday, Oct. 17, for this FREE and fun event fro...
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What is adenocarcinoma? A doctor explains the lung cancer after Pope Leo's diagnosis
Pope Leo XIV had the lower section of his right lung removed after doctors diagnosed him with pulmonary adenocarcinoma . While lung cancer is a leading killer, survival rates can be high if it’s caught early, as the pope’s tumor appears to have been. Here are some things to know....
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Number of Americans filing for jobless aid remains at historically low levels
U.S. applications for unemployment benefits inched up last week as layoffs remain historically low and most American workers enjoy job security. Initial jobless claims for the week ending Oct. 10 ticked up by 1,000 to 199,000 from the week before, the Labor Department said Thursd...
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Dallas Weather: Severe storms move towards North Texas
A fast-moving cold front is expected to arrive in North Texas around sunset.
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Fort Worth La Gran Plaza shooting: Security guard kills man smashing jewelry kiosk
A Fort Worth security guard fatally shot a man Wednesday night after the suspect used a blunt object to smash a jewelry kiosk inside the La Gran Plaza shopping mall....
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Massive inflatable pumpkin escapes festival, barrels toward drivers on North Carolina road
A giant inflatable pumpkin went on an unexpected adventure in North Carolina. The oversized decoration broke free from its tethers at Phillips Farms in Cary on Sunday and rolled down a nearby road. Video of the runaway pumpkin quickly went viral as startled drivers watched it bar...
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Letters with ‘suspicious' substance sent to congressional and election offices nationwide
Federal authorities are investigating letters with a “suspicious” substance that have been mailed to congressional and election offices nationwide and are urging recipients to treat the mailings as “potentially hazardous.” The investigation by the FBI, U.S. Postal Inspection Serv...
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McDonald's Boo Buckets return for 2026—with an evil twist
Halloween isn’t complete without McDonald’s iconic Boo Buckets—and this year, the popular items have an evil twist. The chain announced Thursday that its Boo Buckets for 2026 will feature five legendary Disney Villains: Jafar from Aladdin; Ursula from The Little Mermaid; Scar fro...
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Trump says Pentagon won't livestream execution of Fort Hood shooter after backlash
President Donald Trump said Thursday that the Pentagon will no longer livestream the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan , after the announcement faced bipartisan criticism and Vice President JD Vance said he wouldn’t watch it. Trump said on social media...
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Lindsay Clancy holdout juror speaks out. Here's what he revealed
Michael Desronvil , the holdout juror in the high-profile Lindsay Clancy trial, spoke out in his first television interview since a mistrial was declared. He said i n the interview with Fox News , which aired in full Thursday morning, that his life was turned upside down after th...
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Harry and Meghan cheered as they make first joint appearance since return to U.K.
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan appeared together Thursday in front of cheering children in what is their joint public appearance since moving back to England , as the couple seek to rebuild their brand in Britain after walking away from royal duties six years ago The couple arr...
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Man dead after security guard opens fire at Fort Worth shopping center, police say
A man is dead after a security guard shot him during a disturbance at a Fort Worth shopping center Wednesday night, according to police. Fort Worth Police said officers were called to a reported shooting at about 8:38 p.m. at the La Gran Plaza shopping center in the 4200 block of...
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Pilot Point ISD superintendent, police chief on paid leave amid investigation
Pilot Point ISD’s superintendent and police chief have been placed on paid administrative leave following a complaint involving both officials, according to a letter sent to district families Wednesday evening. In the letter, the Pilot Point ISD Board of Trustees said the decisio...
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‘We're done': Ukraine resumes strikes on Russian oil refineries as anger mounts with Trump
Ukraine has resumed strikes on Russian oil refineries as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy angrily accused the United States of the “dangerous” withdrawal of support critical to its defense against Russia . Kyiv held off on attacks for three days after President Donald Trump’s unilat...
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9 best fruits to help reduce cancer risk
Think of fruit as part of your strategy to prevent cancer. Dr. Heather Zinkin, a radiation oncologist who treats all different types of cancers, says she’s passionate about using lifestyle to improve health and thwart cancer before a patient actually reaches her. “I really tell m...
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Identity of Dallas OIS suspect not yet released
A suspect shot and killed himself when Dallas Police attempted to serve him warrants at a motel on Wednesday, and his identity has not yet been released. FOX 4's Peyton Yager has more....
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Florida city offers homeowners up to $3,000 to ditch thirsty grass — a move that slashes their water bills
A Florida city wants homeowners to rip out their grass lawns, and it is willing to pay big bucks for them to do so.
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Woman sentenced for operating unlicensed group homes across North Texas
An North Texas woman will spend decades in prison for her role in operating unlicensed group homes that resulted in over a dozen deaths.
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Camp Mystic flooding probe: Judge appoints new prosecutor, hearing over search warrants postponed
A hearing has been delayed as the Texas Rangers seek to uncover digital evidence in an investigation into Camp Mystic’s preparation and response to deadly flooding that happened in July 2025....
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Texas files lawsuit against Gerber alleging deceptive baby food safety claims
Texas has filed a lawsuit against Gerber and Nestlé, alleging the companies deceptively marketed baby foods as safe and pure despite internal tests showing toxic heavy metals like lead and arsenic....
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Woman found floating in sea after going overboard from Royal Caribbean ship
The 44-year-old reportedly told authorities she jumped from Odyssey of the Seas because she 'wanted to disembark' near Zakynthos.
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Incoming DART CEO gets raise over former job that's under criminal investigation
The incoming CEO of DART will make more in Dallas than he did with his previous transit company in Florida, a company that's under a criminal investigation regarding spending under his leadership....
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Mystery woman sought after American found dead in Costa Rican tourist destination
Costa Rican authorities are searching for a woman who is suspected of homicide after an American citizen was found dead in late September.
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Republican Rep. Harris clashes with student reporter over filming after debate
A Republican congressman accused a college reporter of unlawfully filming him following a debate Tuesday and threatened to call police during the confrontation, according to a video taken by The Baltimore Banner. “You do not have my permission to record! If you record, we will re...
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Trackdown: Pair of bandits steal Fort Worth e-bikes
Fort Worth Police are on the hunt for two adults seen stealing e-bikes from a local apartment complex on multiple occasions. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb has more in this episode of Trackdown....
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Texas lawmaker asks Ken Paxton to investigate Transgender Education Network of Texas
Texas Rep. Jeff Leach has asked Attorney General Ken Paxton to investigate the Transgender Education Network of Texas over a "Back to School Toolkit" he claims may violate state law....
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Brewers stun Dodgers with back-to-back homers and take 3-0 lead in NLCS
Jake Bauers and Garrett Mitchell hit back-to-back homers off Blake Snell to regain the lead in the seventh inning, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-2 on Wednesday to take a 3-0 lead in the National League Championship Series. The Dodgers had just taken a 2...
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Incoming DART CEO's salary revealed
The incoming CEO of DART will make more than $500,000 in his role, a raise from his prior job in Jacksonville at a company facing a budget shortfall and mass layoffs. FOX 4's Lori Brown has more....
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Suspect shoots himself after confrontation with Dallas Police
Dallas Police say a suspect shot himself after they attempted to serve him warrants at a local motel, and at least one officer fired a shot towards the suspect. FOX 4's Peyton Yager has the latest....
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Trackdown: E-bike bandits in Fort Worth steal four vehicles from apartment garage
Two suspects have stolen e-bikes from a Fort Worth apartment complex on multiple occasions, and Fort Worth Police are asking for the public to help identify the bandits....
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Haircut argument leads to death of 2 Mesquite teens
An overnight family disturbance in Mesquite led to the death of two teenagers and another person being hospitalized. FOX 4's Vania Castillo has more on the shooting, which police say stemmed from an argument over a child's haircut....
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Fort Worth ISD's scripted lesson plans cause outcry
Fort Worth ISD has overhauled its instructional plan while under a state takeover, restricting teachers at lower-performing schools. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more, including parent reaction....