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Agents search Rep. Omar's home in criminal probe as she vows she won't ‘be silenced'

Federal agents on Monday searched the home of Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, a startling escalation in a criminal investigation that brings renewed focus to the frequent target of Trump administration derision in the final weeks of her reelection bid. The search of the Minnesot...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 12, 2026

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Texas ‘Free College Application Week' kicks off Monday, waiving fees

Texas families with a college-bound student in the house can save some money this week. Free College Application Week starts Monday and goes through Sunday night. Free College Application Week is a statewide initiative that helps Texas residents apply to public colleges at no cos...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - LocalOct 12, 2026

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FFA students challenged to see beyond the traditional “ag job”

A couple of hundred students learned there’s something good in agriculture beyond what they traditionally think of as an “ag job.” The Ariat Texas Rattlers hosted nearly 200 FFA students from across Texas in Fort Worth for the new Chevron Ride Into Your Future career event. It’s ...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 12, 2026

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Americans Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford win Nobel Prize in economics

American-born economists Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford won the Nobel memorial prize in economics on Monday for their work on models that have helped governments and central banks manage economic shocks . The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced the winners in Stockho...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 12, 2026

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Dallas police investigating fatal shooting of toddler

An Oak Cliff community is mourning after a toddler was shot and killed. One neighbor even called it a senseless and demanding change in the area.

FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) - NewsOct 12, 2026

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Bipartisan group of senators demand Trump reverse course on Russian diesel plan

A bipartisan group of six senators on Sunday called for President Donald Trump ‘s administration to “immediately reverse course” on a plan to purchase diesel from Russia as part of an effort to lower high fuel prices. Trump shocked lawmakers when he announced on social media Frid...

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The simple, high-fiber breakfast a women's health doctor eats every morning

Protein may be all the rage right now, but Dr. Jennifer Ashton, an OB-GYN who also specializes in nutrition and obesity medicine, predicts fiber is about to take center stage. “Fiber is the new protein,” Ashton, host of the new podcast “Dear Dr. Jen,” recently said on TODAY . “It...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 12, 2026

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Man injured in overnight Dallas shooting by known suspect, no arrests made

Dallas police are investigating a shooting by a known suspect that left a man injured on Saturday night. Officers responded to the 4700 block of Duncanville Road after receiving reports of a shooting at approximately 11:55 p.m. Initial investigations revealed that a man was shot ...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - LocalOct 11, 2026

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Federal judge orders pro-Trump TV ads funded by taxpayers off air immediately

A federal judge ordered the Trump administration on Sunday to stop airing ads funded by the U.S. government that portray President Donald Trump in a favorable light, effective immediately. The lawsuit was brought by the watchdog group Common Cause; Robert Hunter, a Democratic can...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 11, 2026

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Talarico returns to campaign trail after flu, challenges Paxton to debate

State Rep. James Talarico is back on the campaign trail after a nine-day absence due to the flu, dismissing online rumors about his health and challenging Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to a debate in their U.S. Senate race. Talarico returned to public events Friday, greeting ...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 11, 2026

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Fort Worth Michelada Festival celebrates Hispanic heritage with food, music & more

Friends and family members of all ages are invited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage at this year’s Michelada Festival in Downtown Fort Worth. The free event on Sunday, Oct. 11 offers street food, live musical performances, various vendor booths, and a Michelada Contest. Five blocks...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - LocalOct 11, 2026

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3-year-old child fatally shot at Dallas apartment complex, police say

Dallas police are investigating the death of a 3-year-old boy who was fatally shot at an apartment complex in southern Dallas early Sunday morning. The shooting happened around 1 a.m. at an apartment complex on Wadsworth Drive, off Loop 12 near Interstate 45. According to the Dal...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - LocalOct 11, 2026

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How State Fair of Texas spending helps grow food for Southern Dallas

A greenhouse tucked away near the Midway at the State Fair of Texas has helped provide more than 2 million servings of fresh produce to the surrounding South Dallas community. Big Tex Urban Farms, which celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2026, grows food year-round using hydropon...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - LocalOct 11, 2026

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Trump sticks with tariffs even as U.S. voters turn against them before the midterms

Maybe President Donald Trump really does believe that “tariff” is the most beautiful word in the dictionary. Despite higher prices, criticism from trade experts and displeasure among voters, Trump holds fast to his belief that imposing the highest import duties on U.S. trading pa...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 11, 2026

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How to vote by mail in Texas in the Nov. 3 midterm election

Election Day is less than a month away, and election workers across the state are preparing polling places, but some Texans may choose to vote by mail. Texans can get a formal application for a ballot by mail ( ABBM) online through the Secretary of State’s office or from the earl...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - LocalOct 11, 2026

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Mexican folk art sculptures take over Downtown Garland Square in free exhibition

Downtown Garland Square is getting a colorful transformation as larger-than-life creatures inspired by Mexican folk art take over the heart of the city. “Alebrijes: A Dreamworld in Downtown Garland” is a free, six-month outdoor exhibition featuring monumental sculptures of fantas...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - LocalOct 11, 2026

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To counteract a spooky economy, America prepares to spend on Halloween candy

This Halloween , the fright isn’t just at the haunted house. Rising prices for everything from groceries to gas are driving many consumers to cut back. “I’m walking to save a little bit of money,” said Lakisha Reardon, a legal assistant. “I’m bringing in my own lunch.” Reardon sa...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 11, 2026

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Denton celebrates spooky season as the Halloween Capital of Texas

The city of Denton officially kicked off its Halloween season on Oct. 8, launching 31 days of spooky fun and activities. But the celebration has been growing for several years, helping Denton earn its title as the official Halloween Capital of Texas. In 2025, the Texas Legislatur...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - LocalOct 11, 2026

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GOP candidates face backlash as workers squeezed out of jobs by Trump's tariffs

Nelson Vandermeer voted Republican for decades but balked at supporting President Donald Trump , fearing that the Republican’s plan for tariffs on imports would hurt workers more than help. Last year, Vandermeer’s premonition came true in a very personal way. The 62-year-old lost...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 11, 2026

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Pope Leo XIV will have surgery in the coming days to remove a nodule on his lung

Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung, in the first major health event of his 17-month pontificate . The 71-year-old Leo said the nodule was found at an early stage and was “circumscribed” or well-localized...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 11, 2026

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6 high-fiber fall foods for better gut health, recommended by a GI doctor

Taking care of your gut health doesn’t have to be complicated or involve fancy supplements. It often boils down to a simple habits, including eating more fiber every day and diversifying your plant food sources, according to Dr. Trisha Pasricha, gastroenterologist and director of...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 11, 2026

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Adult acne is real, but there are ways to treat it. Here's what to know

As a teenager, Gillian Maegan Montalbo’s pimples weren’t too bad — just a few bumps on her forehead and nose. But as an adult in the workforce, the breakouts returned and intensified. The acne on her cheeks and chin made her hesitant to look her bosses in the eye. “It really took...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 11, 2026

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12 killed, over 300 hurt in attack at Saudi airport, officials say

A deadly attack at the international airport in Saudi Arabia’s capital that claimed 12 lives, including one American, and injured hundreds more is being blamed on Iran-backed Houthi rebels from the neighboring country of Yemen....

FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) - NewsOct 11, 2026

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Justice Department investigating major TV networks over suspending pool coverage of Trump

The Justice Department said it is investigating five major TV broadcast networks for potentially violating federal antitrust laws after the networks temporarily declined to provide pool coverage of President Donald Trump , a department spokesperson said. The investigation into th...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 10, 2026

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Dwight Phillips Jr. and No. 2 Georgia run past No. 6 Alabama 20-17 in an SEC clash

If Georgia lands the No. 1 ranking, it should probably come with an asterisk. The second-ranked Bulldogs benefitted from what appeared to be a blown call in a 20-17 victory at No. 2 Alabama on Saturday night. Dwight Phillips Jr. ran for 120 yards, Bo Walker added 69 more and Geor...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 10, 2026

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Gavin Williams, Jose Ramirez lead Guardians past White Sox in Game 5

The Chicago White Sox have been eliminated from the playoffs, with the Cleveland Guardians scoring a 2-0 victory on Saturday night. Gavin Williams pitched a stellar game for the Guardians, allowing just one hit and striking out 12 batters in his third appearance in the series, an...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 10, 2026

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Man dies at hospital after shooting by known suspect, police say

A man has died in the hospital after being shot in Dallas on Saturday afternoon. Police responded to calls about a shooting in the 800 block of S Corinth Street Road at approximately 5:15 p.m. Initial investigations revealed that a man was shot by a known suspect. The injured man...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - LocalOct 10, 2026

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Child injured after being hit by vehicle in Forney

A child in Forney was injured after being hit by a vehicle Saturday evening. Forney Police Department, Forney Fire Department, and CareFlite were dispatched to the 1100 block of Flamingo Drive at about 7:23 p.m. to reports of a vehicle vs. pedestrian crash. It was revealed that a...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - LocalOct 10, 2026

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Bracing for the midterms, Trump says he will be blamed if Republicans lose

Even as he makes a case that Republicans should win the midterm congressional elections , President Donald Trump is bracing for the fallout should they lose. Someone is bound to get blamed, and Trump said at a rally in Tennessee on Saturday that he expects it will be him. “If we ...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 10, 2026

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1 American among 12 killed, over 300 injured in airport attack, Saudi authorities say

The latest attack on the international airport in Saudi Arabia’s capital killed 12 people and injured over 300 others, civil aviation authorities said early Sunday, with some in critical condition. A Saudi-led coalition blamed Iran-backed Houthi rebels in neighboring Yemen. It wa...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 10, 2026

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Puerto Vallarta boards up as Hurricane Simon hits Category 4 strength

Simon has strengthened into a powerful Category 4 hurricane as it barrels toward Mexico’s coast. The National Hurricane Center in Miami said Saturday that Simon’s maximum sustained winds increased to 150 mph. A storm of that strength or greater is considered a major hurricane. Th...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 10, 2026

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OU kicks late field goal to hand No. 1 UT first loss of season in Red River rivalry

Oklahoma and coach Brent Venables really needed this win. Getting it against top-ranked Texas in their Red River rivalry game and donning the Golden Hat trophy just made it that much better. While the Sooners still a have a long way to go on offense, Tate Sandell kicked a 47-yard...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - LocalOct 10, 2026

safety

Stabbing kills man in Dallas Friday night

46-year-old Corey Brown is dead after a stabbing in Dallas late Friday night. Dallas Police responded to a service call in the 8500 block of Midpark Road at approximately 8:15 p.m. Upon arrival, officers found Corey Brown who had been stabbed by a known suspect. He was taken to a...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - LocalOct 10, 2026

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4 dead from storm as Isaias brings threat of floods across the Southeast

Isaias peeled off hotel and condominium rooftops and facades along the Florida Panhandle before charging north Saturday, dishing out torrential rains and the threat of flash floods and tornadoes across the Southeast. At least four deaths were linked to the storm, including two pe...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 10, 2026

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Trump says Ukraine should get a new president as he blames Zelenskyy for U.S. diesel prices

President Donald Trump said Saturday it was time for Ukraine to get a new president, suggesting Volodymyr Zelenskyy has not done enough to end his country’s war with Russia and blaming him for high diesel prices in the U.S. “I suggest they get a new leader who can make a deal bec...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 10, 2026

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Need a laugh? Here are some of the funniest wildlife photos this year

From laugh-out-loud animal expressions to perfectly timed moments in the wild, this year’s Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards finalists showcase the lighter side of nature. The competition received more than 10,000 entries from 112 countries, a record in its 11-year history...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 10, 2026

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Hidden in plain sight: 90 years of history at the State Fair of Texas

Just beyond the front gate at Fair Park is a 90-year-old building brimming with history. The Continental DAR house has been owned and maintained by the Jane Douglas Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution since 1937. One of the more well-known reasons fairgoers stop b...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - LocalOct 10, 2026

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Portugal suspends Cristiano Ronaldo and initiates disciplinary proceedings after walkout

The Portuguese soccer federation has suspended Cristiano Ronaldo and initiated disciplinary proceedings against the player for walking out on the team. The federation said in a statement Saturday that the case has been referred to its disciplinary investigation committee and that...

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Christa Pike is discharged from hospital after surviving execution attempt, attorney says

Christa Pike, who survived Tennessee’s attempt to execute her by lethal injection, has been moved back to prison, her attorneys said Saturday. Pike, 50, was discharged from the hospital and is back at the Debra K. Johnson Rehabilitation Center, the women’s prison where she was ho...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top StoriesOct 10, 2026

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Dream Center Dallas to host free grocery drive-thru, clothing giveaway Saturday

Dream Center Dallas is helping North Texas families in need by hosting a free grocery drive-thru and clothing giveaway this weekend. The event will take place Saturday, Oct. 10, from noon to 2 p.m. at Dream Center Dallas, located at 1900 S. Ewing Ave. in Dallas. Families can rece...

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - LocalOct 10, 2026