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Next In Line To Die: Arthur Burton’s Victim Forgave Him, But Texas Does Not
Do you know about God? I forgive you. Just leave. Why are you doing it? You don't have to do it, you are a handsome man. Those were Nancy Adleman's last words, as paraphrased from the testimony of her killer, Arthur Burton. Imagine being kind to your killer as you beg for your life, as he ties your shoestring around your neck.
Family takes Tarrant County to federal court over jailhouse homicide
TARRANT COUNTY — The family of an inmate killed at the Tarrant County in April filed a civil rights lawsuit Monday in Federal Court.The 62-page suit alleges the alleged murder of Anthony Johnson Jr. was caused by excessive force, lack of training, failure to provide proper medical assistance, deficient supervision, and an absence of discipline."To see how this family has been treated after the death of Anthony, it's just been horrible," Daryl Washington said. "And this is just something that we're hoping not only going to bring about change, needed change within the Tarrant County Jail, but it's going to help...
Mansfield Police Seek Assistance to Identify Suspected Package Thief Caught on Camera
Mansfield police are on the lookout for a package thief and they're reaching out to the community for assistance. According to the Mansfield Police Department, a suspect was caught on camera snatching a parcel from the front doorstep of a residence on the 900 block of Hilton Dr. earlier in the month.
Fort Worth ISD trustees approved $38M in purchases in June. Here’s what they are buying
Fort Worth ISD trustees approved over $38 million in new spending during its June 25 board meeting, targeting areas such as insurance, educational services and after-school programs. Other purchases include investments in district infrastructure, such as repairs on air conditioning units and educational capabilities, including state-adopted curriculums for the coming...
The Last Word: Style Advice from the North Texas Winner of the ‘Stuck at Prom’ Duct Tape Contest
…offering his style advice as the winner of the international “Stuck at Prom” Duct Tape Design Scholarship Contest. He designed a prom tuxedo that isn’t just totally awesome—it’s waterproof, too. And now Isaac Cervantes has won two international awards and $16,000 in scholarships in the 2024 “Stuck at Prom” Scholarship Contest presented by Ohio-based Duck Tape.
Downtown Fort Worth street reopens to traffic after Sandman Hotel explosion
FORT WORTH — The street where the Sandman Hotel explosion in Downtown Fort Worth occurred over six months ago has opened to both foot and vehicle traffic.The City of Fort Worth announced last week that 8th Street would reopen by the end of the month. For the past few months, temporary pavement repairs have allowed pedestrian traffic through the area. Starting Monday, vehicles can pass through the area, and some parking has returned.To protect drivers, steel plates have been placed over a pit next to the building. The crater was part of the damage from the blast to the surrounding area and...
2023-24 TCU Women’s Equestrian Season Recap
The TCU women’s equestrian team remained one of the elite programs in the country during the 2023-24 campaign. The Horned Frogs went 14-3 overall and scored eight victories against ranked opponents throughout the regular season. TCU ultimately took second in the Big 12 Championship before reaching the final round of the NCEA National Championship, where the Horned Frogs fell against SMU to take second place. It was TCU’s 11th season under director Haley Schoolfield, who won Big 12 Coach of the Year honors.
DeSoto Family & Friends Night at UniverSoul Circus
Residents of DeSoto gear up for an exciting evening of entertainment and community experience as the UniverSoul Circus comes to town for the much-anticipated DeSoto Family and Friends Night. The event is set to take place on Friday, July 26, at 7:00 PM at Red Bird Mall, featuring a vibrant...
American Athletic Conference Media Days Roundup
American Athletic Conference Media Days were held this week in Arlington, Texas. Here’s a roundup of important news, quotes and insights from the event. Subscriber content. Please login to see the full post or visit our Patreon page. Preseason Media Poll. Rank Team Points. 1 Memphis (23) 409. 2...
Frisco PD Invites Residents to Enhance Community Safety with Updated Mobile App
The Frisco Police Department is staying ahead of the curve by offering residents an innovative way to stay informed and involved with community safety. The department's most recent invitation to the public is a call to download the latest update of their mobile app—an all-in-one digital tool designed for efficient communication between officers and the community they serve.
Strike a Pose with the Texas Rangers World Series Trophy at Arlington's Downtown Library Event
The George W. Hawkes Downtown Library is hosting an event where you can snap a picture with the 2023 Texas Rangers World Series Trophy, a testament to the team's triumphant season last year. According to the Arlington Public Library, the event is set for Wednesday, July 24, from 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Horned Frogs Earn Fifth-Consecutive ITA All-Academic Team Honor
FORT WORTH – TCU women's tennis was named an Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) All-Academic Team for the fifth consecutive year, the outlet announced Monday. Graduate students Chiho Mushika and Margaret Polk were also honored as 2024 Division I Women's ITA Scholar-Athletes for their outstanding academic success this year. "The...
Lieutenant in Dallas fire engine crash transferred to ICU
DALLAS — Three firefighters who were injured when their fire engine went off an overpass have been released from the hospital, while their lieutenant has been transferred to the ICU, fire department officials said. The crash happened on July 21 on Interstate 345 and South Good Latimer Expressway, officials...
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