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13 easy, healthy foods to eat in the morning if you're not a breakfast person
Breakfast is often hailed as the most important meal of the day. But what if you can’t stomach the thought of eating first thing in the morning? Perhaps you have a strong dislike of stereotypical breakfast foods, such as eggs, or maybe you just prefer to run on coffee and fumes. ...
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Texas mourns Dolly Parton: George W. Bush and state leaders react to music legend's passing
From former President George W. Bush to state leaders, Texas officials from both sides of the aisle are paying tribute to country music icon and philanthropist Dolly Parton following her death at age 80....
government
Trial delayed again for Florida teen accused of killing stepsister on Carnival cruise
The federal murder trial for Timothy Hudson, accused of killing his stepsister aboard a Carnival cruise ship, has been delayed for a second time to now take place on Nov. 2....
safety
Rockwall memory care worker charged with sexual assault on dementia patient
A Rockwall mental care facility worker is facing multiple sexual assault charges after police say he engaged in a sexual relationship with a 67-year-old patient recently diagnosed with dementia....
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FBI offering $25K rewards for unsolved crimes against Native Americans
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has established a minimum reward of $25,000 in cases where people went missing or were killed in Indian Country.
government
Sen. Darline Graham wins the Republican Senate primary runoff in South Carolina
Sen. Darline Graham defeated Rep. Ralph Norman in South Carolina ’s Republican primary runoff, NBC News projects, a victory for President Donald Trump , who recruited, endorsed and campaigned for her following her brother Lindsey Graham’s death six weeks ago. With nearly all of t...
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Organ donation saves lives after tragic death of 2-year-old
A Rockwall family is mourning the loss of their 2-year-old child in a drowning accident, but her father's actions allowed for the child's organs to save the lives of three other children. FOX 4's Lori Brown has more....
safety
Firefighter hospitalized as Fort Worth apartment burns
Flames destroyed multiple units in a Fort Worth apartment complex overnight on Tuesday, leaving many residents with nowhere to go and hospitalizing at least one firefighter. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more....
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Ross Fire continues raging across Palo Pinto County
The Ross Fire in Palo Pinto County has spread to at least 50,000 acres since it began on Monday, and has burned several structures and forced evacuations in nearby Jack County. FOX 4's Alex Boyer is live with more....
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Youth camp, homes, solar panels destroyed by Palo Pinto County wildfire
A youth camp in Palo Pinto County is one of many structures that has suffered catastrophic damage from the effects of the Ross Fire that currently rages across Palo Pinto and Jack counties....
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North Texas reflects on the loss of country music icon Dolly Parton
Global icon Dolly Parton has died at 80. Known as the “Queen of Country,” Parton’s music, personality, and philanthropy crossed social and musical barriers. North Texas was lucky to get a few memorable visits from the superstar over the years. The region is now reflecting on this...
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Two firefighters hospitalized after house fire in Aubrey; injuries unknown
Aubrey firefighters confirmed two firefighters were taken to a hospital after a fire on Ranch Estates Road. We do not know their condition or injuries at this time. The fire was reported around 7:30 p.m. Several agencies provided support to Aubrey. Firefighters said one person wa...
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Texas drag show ban again ruled unconstitutional by federal judge
Texas’ so-called drag-show ban law has been struck down by the courts again.
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Dolly Parton to be laid to rest beside late husband Carl Dean in Nashville: Report
Dolly Parton’s final resting place will reportedly be next to her late husband, Carl Dean, in Nashville. Details about her private farewell and her final days have now emerged....
safety
Rockwall County paramedic loses 2-year-old daughter in drowning accident
The Rockwall community is mourning the loss of an EMS worker's young daughter who died in a drowning accident.
government
MO3 Murder Trial: Expert discusses jury selection
The jury selection process continues for the murder-for-hire trial for Kewon White, who is accused of killing Dallas rapper MO3 at the behest of rival rapper Yella Beezy. FOX 4's Steven Dial discusses the ongoing jury selection process with David Finn, a criminal defense attorney...
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Man seen in Philadelphia wearing Chucky-style mask arrested in Vegas: Authorities
The man accused of harassing, chasing and threatening people while wearing a mask near Philadelphia’s City Hall has been arrested, according to the U.S. Marshal’s Service . Zymire Hughes, 22, was arrested in Las Vegas on Tuesday after being wanted by authorities in Pennsylvania, ...
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From 'Best Little Whorehouse' to Cowboys halftime: Dolly Parton’s Texas ties
Dolly Parton’s legacy reached far beyond Tennessee. From filming “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” to stealing the show at a Cowboys Thanksgiving game, the country icon left her mark on the Lone Star State....
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Church volunteers help people experiencing homelessness beat the heat in Grand Prairie
The Parish Hall at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church in Cedar Hill is a cooling station today amid scorching heat. It’s part of a call for help from local churches agreeing to open their doors to those in need in and around Grand Prairie. It’s organized by Grand Prairie Homeless Out...
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All Fletcher’s Corny Dogs will be less than $10 at the State Fair of Texas
Fletcher's announced its entire 2026 State Fair of Texas menu will cost under $10, including its award-winning Chocolate Corny Dog for $7.
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California man with guillotine in bed of his truck arrested near U.S. Capitol
A California man with a guillotine in the bed of his pickup truck was arrested near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., Tuesday, U.S. Capitol Police said . Officers noticed the guillotine when they came across the pickup parked illegally in the 100 block of East Capitol Street ...
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A North Texas med school student shares his journey of determination and growth
The Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (TCOM) will hold its “White Coat” ceremony for first-year med students. For one student, getting into school took a little more determination than most. Austin Grubbs didn’t grow up wanting to be a doctor. He had to find out what he was m...
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Sky ban Enes Kanter Freedom from home games, calling him ‘a potential threat'
The Chicago Sky have banned Enes Kanter Freedom from their home games after the former NBA center was ejected from Sunday’s loss to the Indiana Fever. Owner Michael Alter made the announcement in a rare news conference on Tuesday. Alter told reporters Freedom is not allowed insid...
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Dolly Parton, music icon, dies at 80
Dolly Parton, a country music icon, has died at 80 after health struggles. The legend leaves behind a towering legacy.
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San Diego Padres minor-league coach released from ICE custody
San Diego Padres ‘ minor league catching coordinator Oswaldo Pirela, who was detained by U.S. Border Patrol agents , has been released from ICE custody, it was reported Tuesday. Pirela, 34, was detained earlier this month at El Paso International Airport while on a work-related t...
government
MO3 Murder: Expert talks jury selection, plea deals
David Finn is a longtime Dallas criminal defense attorney and former criminal court judge. He joined FOX 4 News to share some insight on the MO3 murder case, jury selection for defendant Kewon White, and how a possible plea deal might impact accused rapper Yella Beezy....
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Senate poll finds Texas Democrats more energized as Talarico leads Paxton
State Rep. James Talarico holds a narrow lead over Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the closely watched U.S. Senate race, according to a new Texas Politics Project poll that also found Democrats reporting greater enthusiasm for voting....
safety
Jake Lang won't face felony charges after riot arrest in Minneapolis
Far-right activist Jake Lang will not face charges after he was arrested in Minneapolis on riot charges, Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced on Tuesday. However, the protester dressed up as Spider-Man is facing charges....
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As driverless vehicles grow in DFW, Texas lawmakers weigh safety
The Texas Senate Committee on Transportation examined the expansion of autonomous vehicles on Texas roads Tuesday and flagged potential gaps in current law after officials acknowledged that the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is not automatically notified when an autonomous ve...
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Ross Fire consumes 85,303 acres and is 31% contained; aerial attack continues Monday
What to know about the Ross Fire The Ross Fire is believed to have consumed more than 85,303 acres and is 31% contained. The fire was first reported at about 12:30 p.m. on Aug. 24, and within an hour, it grew to five alarms. The state is assisting in fighting the Ross Fire by dro...
parks
Corey Seager sparks offense as Texas Rangers rout White Sox to grab AL West lead
Corey Seager had three hits and three RBIs, and Jake Burger and Wyatt Langford homered to lead the Texas Rangers to an 11-2 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Monday night. Ezequiel Duran drove in two runs and Texas (66-66) outhit the AL Central leaders 14-5 to move a half-gam...
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‘There will never be another Dolly': Celebrities react to death of Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton’s fans are thinking of her every step of the way. The beloved country music legend, actor and philanthropist died at the age of 80 , her family announced Tuesday on social media. Parton was an 11-time Grammy winner – with 52 nominations, the second most all time amon...
safety
2 Fort Worth firefighters hurt after wind shifts
Two Fort Worth firefighters are recovering in the hospital after being pulled from a burning home overnight.
government
Father of USS Lincoln sailor is released from ICE detention
The immigrant father of a sailor who is on board the beleaguered USS Abraham Lincoln is back with his family on Tuesday after being detained by immigration authorities over the weekend. The family confirmed the release of Luis Manuel Aviles in a statement posted on social media b...
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At least 25% of NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 had CTE, study shows
A new study showed alarming results about just how many former football players have CTE. At least one in four NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 had the degenerative brain disease, a new study published Tuesday by the British Medical Journal revealed. The study found tha...
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Abdul El-Sayed pushes back in Fox News interview: ‘Not here to fight a culture war'
Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee for Senate in Michigan, tangled with Fox News host Jesse Watters in an interview Monday, repeatedly pivoting from “culture war” questions to refocus on affordability in his state. “You want to bring up all this culture war,” El-Sayed told Wa...
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Large fire destroys Fort Worth apartments
An aggressive fire destroyed an apartment complex in west Fort Worth early Tuesday morning. The fire also displaced multiple families and sent at least one firefighter to the hospital....
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How this photographer gives shelter pets a ‘stronger shot' at adoption
There’s nothing like a strong first impression. For many shelter animals , that first impression comes online as prospective pet parents scroll through intake photos. But those pictures don’t always best capture a pet. “The intake photo is taken right when that pet first arrives ...
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Country music icon Dolly Parton dies at 80
Dolly Parton, whose career spanned music, TV and film, and included 11 Grammys and inductions into the Country Music and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame, has died. She was 80. Parton’s nephew, Brian Seaver, announced the news on Instagram on Tuesday. “My name is Brin Seaver, son of C...
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2 Fort Worth firefighters hurt while fighting overnight house fire
Two Fort Worth firefighters were hospitalized after strong wind gusts and flames trapped them on the second floor of a burning home on Crowley Road overnight....
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Apartment fire burns near I-30 in Fort Worth
A large apartment fire is burning on the western side of Fort Worth. Thick black smoke is causing a backup on Interstate 30 near Green Oaks Road.
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Large apartment fire burns homes in Fort Worth
Fort Worth firefighters are on the scene of a three-alarm fire at a two-story apartment building in the 6700 block of Calmont Avenue near Interstate 30....
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Toddler wanders onto soccer field during MLS game, and the photos are priceless
An unusual scene unfolded during the Minnesota United-San Jose Earthquakes MLS match on Aug. 22 when a baby wandered onto the field . The tyke somehow managed to sneak onto the pitch at PayPal Park in San Jose, California, during Minnesota’s 5-1 victory. The moment took place dur...
safety
Ross Fire grows to 50,000 acres west of Fort Worth, evacuations ordered
The 50,000-acre Ross Fire has prompted mandatory and recommended evacuations in Palo Pinto and Jack counties as dry, windy conditions fuel multiple wildfires across North Texas....
schools
A ‘gas station' for farts? This Georgia teacher says it's a classroom win-win
The first thing to know about this gas station is that it is not a gas station. There are no pumps. No convenience store. No windshield squeegees. And, despite what one might reasonably expect, there is no requirement that anyone actually purchase gas. It is a designated corner o...
business
Six Flags corporate headquarters relocating to Arlington
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is relocating their corporate headquarters to Arlington from Charlotte, North Carolina. The announcement was made today. The Arlington headquarters will serve as the primary hub for corporate leadership and other business functions. Choctaw Sta...
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Target apologizes for children's Halloween costume widely criticized as racist
Target apologized Monday and said it had removed a children’s Halloween costume that was widely criticized as racist after facing backlash. The clown costume, which was sold on Target’s website as “Kids’ Glows Under Blacklight Circus Clown Halloween Costume,” showed a Black child...
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Two die of measles in Pennsylvania outbreak
Officials with the Pennsylvania Department of Health announced on Tuesday that — for the first time in 35 years — two unvaccinated residents of the Commonwealth died “measles-associated deaths.” Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen said in a statement that the measles...
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Trump floats renaming Lake Ontario as ‘Lake America' as trade war with Canada escalates
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he is considering changing the name of Lake Ontario to “Lake America” as the trade war between the United States and Canada intensifies. Such a change would be reminiscent of the Republican president’s unilateral action last year by execut...
safety
Firefighters battle massive apartment fire in Fort Worth
Firefighters are working to put out a massive blaze at a Fort Worth apartment complex on Tuesday morning. The Fort Worth Fire Department said they were called to the fire on Calmont Avenue just after 6 a.m. on Tuesday. It’s unclear if there are any injuries or how many have been ...
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Angel Reese breaks WNBA record with 26 rebounds, sets single-season record as well
Angel Reese rebounded her way into the record books not once, but twice in one night. Reese set a WNBA record with 26 rebounds in the Atlanta Dream’s 78-71 win over the Los Angeles Sparks on Monday, pushing her past the season record in the same game. “Last time I was here, I did...
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Two firefighters injured, family displaced in Fort Worth house fire
Two Fort Worth firefighters were hospitalized after injuries sustained battling a house fire late Monday night. Fire officials said crews were called out to the 7600 block of Crowley Road on the city’s south side at 10:41 p.m. When they got there, they were met with smoke coming ...
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An NFL player returning to college? Yes, it could happen. Here's why
These used to be among the fundamental facts about going to college in America : College lasts four years. And though that timeline had been flexible when it comes to sports, there was never much debate over the notion that once a player moved on to the pros, their days as a coll...
safety
Evacuation order issued in southern Jack County due to wildfire
Residents in southern Jack County are being told to evacuate due to the rapidly spreading Ross Fire. That order was issued just before 3 this morning. The evacuation order applies to the southern part of the county, near and east of Barton’s Chapel. FM 4 is currently closed. All ...
business
Kohl's addresses double billing issue on recent online orders
Kohl's shoppers are seeing unexpected extra charges and returns on their bank statements after a processing system error impacted online purchases made over a four-week span....
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The healthiest way to cook potatoes if you want to eat them every day, according to a dietitian
No matter how you cook potatoes, they’re going to be delicious. But if you want to get the most out of these vitamin- and mineral-packed spuds, you may want to opt for some cooking methods over others, dietitians say. Particularly if these vegetables are a frequent part of your d...
safety
Cleburne police officer shot at Burleson Sam's Club
A Cleburne police officer is in stable condition at the hospital after being shot during an incident at a Sam's Club in Burleson on Monday evening. FOX 4's Peyton Yager has more....