Here's where you can watch Fourth of July fireworks in Dallas-Fort Worth

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 6/27 5:36A Julia Falcon

The Fourth of July is here, which means you're probably looking for somewhere to catch a fireworks show. There are several family-friendly events across North Texas. Check out what's happening below. Fireworks shows on June 28 Independence Day...

Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD parents, community members sue after 4 schools closed

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 6/27 4:40A Julia Falcon

A group of parents is suing Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD over violations they said led to school closures. The lawsuit alleged that school officials and trustees violated state transparency and nepotism laws. The parents said this contributed to...

Off-duty Carrollton police officer arrested for sexual assault, department says

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 6/23 3:50A Briauna Brown

A Carrollton police officer was arrested after being accused of sexual assault in Irving, the police department confirmed Monday. Carrollton Police Officer Wes Melton is facing charges after being...

North Texans claim $3 million in prizes in Texas Lottery scratch and draw games

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth 6/9 6:14A NBCDFW Staff

Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains recently recognized 16 scouts with the Gold award. It s the highest award in Girl Scouting and celebrates their positive impact on the community by addressing issues, including childhood literacy, mental...

The suspects in the deadly Grapevine Lake jet ski crash are in the U.S. illegally. What's next in...

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 5/29 4:54A Marvin Hurst

Since the suspects in the deadly Grapevine Lake jet ski crash were confirmed to be in the country illegally , federal immigration officials are now involved in the investigation. The investigation into the watercraft death of Ava Moore is...

Texas emergency management leaders gather in Fort Worth ahead of hurricane season

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth 5/27 6:50A Alanna Quillen

What to Know Ava Renee Moore, 18, died Sunday after she was hit by a personal watercraft while kayaking on Grapevine Lake. Investigators are looking for the woman who was operating the PWC at the time...

Shaping the future of health care: Making dentistry safe for service animals

Carrollton BubbleLife iReporter 5/21 12:00A Stephanie Patrick

Entering the 2023-24 academic year, Texas A&M University College of Dentistry in Dallas faced a challenge: adapting its classrooms and clinics to the needs of a service dog on campus every day while...

As redistricting criticized, Tarrant County holds first of four public hearings

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth 5/13 7:45A Alanna Quillen

For the first time in 15 years, Tarrant County is considering a significant update to its commissioner precinct boundaries, as required by federal law, as the population grows in different regions. But the process is already drawing sharp...

Community meeting Tuesday on Dallas' latest deck park, Halperin Park

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth 5/13 6:55A Hannah Jones

For the first time in 15 years, Tarrant County is considering a significant update to its commissioner precinct boundaries, as required by federal law, as the population grows in different regions. But the process is already drawing sharp...

North Texas cities split over bill that will change how DART transit agency is funded

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 5/11 12:00A Jack Fink

A controversial bill is advancing through the Texas Capitol that, if approved, will change how Dallas Area Rapid Transit, DART, is funded. The legislation, known as HB 3187, passed the House Transportation Committee on Tuesday and heads to the...

Brides beware: Tariffs impacting wedding dress industry

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth 4/29 5:53A Alanna Quillen

As wedding season ramps up, brides-to-be across North Texas may be facing more than just pre-ceremony jitters. Due to a new wave of tariffs imposed on imported goods, everything from wedding dresses to accessories and decorations is expected to...