Carroll High School and Carroll Senior High School will remain closed on Wednesday due to a reported threat. Carroll ISD officials stated that the school district received an anonymous report of a potential threat on Tuesday evening. According to Southlake police, the report referenced a message found on a bathroom stall door, mentioning the STARR test and a possible school …

Following a major multi-vehicle accident late Thursday afternoon, southbound lanes of State Highway 161 at Walnut Hill in Irving were temporarily closed, resulting in significant traffic delays during rush hour. The collision, involving an 18-wheeler and four vehicles, resulted in three individuals being transported to hospitals with injuries, according to Irving Police. To facilitate the response of emergency personnel, authorities …

A family from North Texas is grappling with unanswered questions surrounding the untimely death of their beloved matriarch, Elena Rios. In February, Rios tragically lost her life in a forklift accident at a Walmart distribution center in Fort Worth, leaving her family in search of closure. For Rios’ granddaughter, Danielle, memories of her grandmother are deeply cherished. From shopping for …

A family from North Texas is making a desperate plea for assistance in locating the perpetrator responsible for Rory Thacker’s murder. Thacker’s sister, Holly, recounted the heart-wrenching ordeal, revealing that she discovered her 12-year-old brother’s lifeless body inside his residence in East Dallas on December 5, 2023. Initially considered an “unexplained death,” Thacker’s demise is now being treated as a …

The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex has become home to over 8.1 million residents, experiencing the highest population growth among all metropolitan areas in the United States in 2023, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Between 2022 and 2023, the DFW Metroplex added 152,598 residents, surpassing the 8 million mark to reach a total population of 8,100,037. This population increase …

In the sculpture titled ‘The Song of I’ by Dallas sculptor Kat Warwick, the age-old question of whether life imitates art or art imitates life is vividly portrayed. In her outdoor studio in West Dallas, Warwick meticulously works on sculpting a bust of a woman’s figure, which has been a project in progress for some time. Seeking inspiration and community …

DoorDash has announced an expansion of its SNAP/EBT payment offering, introducing over a dozen new grocery partners. This move is aimed at enhancing access to affordable groceries through on-demand delivery and extending support for SNAP/EBT payments to all 50 states. The company emphasizes that eligible customers now have a broader range of options to utilize their SNAP/EBT benefits when ordering …

As the MLB season approaches, fans are eagerly preparing for a day of fun at the ballpark. One crucial aspect that can greatly impact the experience is the range and affordability of concessions offered. A recent assessment conducted by OntarioBets.com has evaluated MLB ballparks based on their concession offerings and pricing. This evaluation, termed the “MLB Concession Index,” incorporates four …

Wednesday morning saw volunteer artists diligently crafting bowls inside the Hart Street Pottery studio in Fort Worth for the Tarrant Area Food Bank’s ‘Empty Bowls’ fundraiser. “It represents the people in our community who are in need, sometimes unexpectedly,” remarked Janet Rodriguez, owner of Hart Street Pottery and a dedicated volunteer. “It’s a reminder of the hunger that exists in …

The labor union representing workers on strike at Fort Worth’s Molson-Coors brewery has implemented a new tactic, causing traffic delays on South Freeway by stalling vehicles from entering the campus this week. Rick Miedema, secretary and treasurer for Teamsters Local 997, stated that they initiated this action in the hopes of increasing pressure on the company to meet their demands. …

High school students in the local area have the opportunity to attend prom in style without breaking the bank, thanks to the Dallas Public Library’s Fairy Tale Closet. Now in its 10th year, this annual prom wear giveaway event provides students with the chance to find their perfect outfit for the big night at no cost, as all attire has …