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Crews work to free worker in collapsed trench in Hudson Oaks
Emergency crews were working Friday afternoon to rescue a utility worker trapped after a construction trench collapsed in Hudson Oaks, an official said.
Richland Hills toughens its rules on animals
By MATT FRAZIER RICHLAND HILLS - High fines could be in store for pet owners who don't obey strict new ordinances on dangerous animals and the tethering of dogs.Residents will be fined $500 if they have a ...
DFW-area trash costs are piling up
By JESSICA DeLEÓN High fuel prices have pumped up the cost of groceries, airline fares and even trash rates.'It's a significant part of our operating expenses,' said Tim Powell, general manager for the ...
In North Richland Hills, Loop 820 hearing draws hundreds
By MATT FRAZIER NORTH RICHLAND HILLS - About 350 people signed up to speak Tuesday at a federally required public hearing on the planned expansion of Northeast Loop 820.
Boom towns: Cities across the Metroplex are firing up a fantastic Fourth
What: "Old Fashioned Family Fireworks Picnic" with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, a fireworks display timed to Fourth-friendly music played by the FWSO Why: Because fireworks are even more exciting when ...
Affidavit: Drug dispute led to fatal Haltom City fire
A dispute over the cost of methamphetamine led to a fire set at an apartment complex last month that killed a tenant who wasn't involved in the drug deal, according to arrest and search warrant affidavits ...
Storms down power lines in Northeast Tarrant
By MELISSA VARGAS Afternoon showers gave way to heavy storms Wednesday evening.
Contribute to the community, give the gift of yourself
This community has some really great people worth getting to know, and volunteering is one of the best ways to get to know them! Several organizations in town could use your help.
Watauga man accused of setting fatal fire at Haltom City apartments is arrested
A Watauga man accused of setting a fatal fire at a Haltom City apartment complex was arrested Friday afternoon after fleeing from police in a stolen car and then hiding in a ditch.
Tarrant County storms cut power to 2,200 customers
Approximately 2,200 residents and businesses were without power Thursday morning after heavy storms swept the Metroplex late Wednesday.
Strong storms sweep through N. Texas
As North Texas storms continue to move across the area, many areas have already felt the brunt.
Local aid groups sending volunteers to help Midwest flood victims
By AMAN BATHEJA A year after severe floods hit Haltom City, local aid relief groups are sending volunteers and resources to Iowa to aid in flood relief for the Midwest.Eleven Red Cross volunteers from North ...
One dead after Haltom apartment fire
Mitch Mitchell HALTOM CITY -- One man died early Saturday when a blaze damaged several units at an apartment complex, displacing 40 residents.Fire officials have not ruled out arson and called in the federal ...
County hires engineer after long hunt
After a year and a half of waiting for the right candidate, Denton County hired a new engineer Friday.
Customers foil robbery, capture suspect at Fort Worth bank
An unsuspecting thief picked the wrong day to rob a bank. Customers capture bank robbery suspect When the man walked into the Wells Fargo bank on Heritage Trace Parkway just before noon, he probably didn't ...
Birdville schools put out welcome sign to all students
A public school district has become the first in Tarrant County to hang out an unusual sign: "Yes We're Open." Any kid from anywhere can now enroll in the Birdville schools, which are mostly in North Richland ...
Officer Aiming For Dog Shoots Teen, Police Say
A Haltom City police officer attempting to serve a warrant at a house in North Richland Hills drew his weapon to stop a dog from attacking, but struck a teenager instead, police said.
Haltom City officer shoots at dog, hits boy
By KATE GORMAN NORTH RICHLAND HILLS -- A 17-year-old and his dog were recuperating at home Friday evening, hours after being shot by a Haltom City police officer.Kevin Valenzuela was in his back yard with two ...
Rufe Snow Farmers Market photo by Jon P. Uzzel Jolie Stepp stocks avocados at the Rufe Snow Farmers Market While food prices are expected to continue rising through the year, shoppers can find some relief on ...
Losing his sight, teen has drive to read, succeed
DeMarcus Jackson pulls a thick hardcover book from a shelf at the North Oaks Middle School library and flips through it with a sense of urgency.