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Former School Employee Arrested in 23-Year-Old Cold Case of 'Angel Baby Doe'
JOHNSON COUNTY, Texas — A former school employee has been arrested in connection with the death of a newborn found on the side of a road over two decades ago. In November 2001, the remains of an unidentified newborn, later named "Angel Baby Doe," were discovered between the towns of Alvarado and Burleson. The infant was found wrapped in a jacket with the umbilical cord still attached, according to the Johnson County Sheriff's Office. The child was determined to be a female who had been born alive and had recently died.
North Texas police looking for four suspects involved in smoke shop robbery
BURLESON, Texas — Burleson Police Department is looking for four suspects involved in a smoke shop robbery. The robbery took place on May 15, 2024, at 9:30 p.m., police say. The store involved was Exclusive Smokes at 230 SW Wilshire Blvd. in Burleson, Texas. Burleson PD released this video...
Cloud9 Med Spa now open in North Fort Worth
Cloud9 Med Spa staff use the latest FDA approved technologies and products to ensure the best possible outcomes for their clients. (Courtesy Pexels) Cloud9 Med Spa is now open in Fort Worth. The business offers a range of products and services to help their clients reach their aesthetic goals. The...
Dallas Public Works hosts new inspector training for North Texas workers
DALLAS, Texas — Municipal employees from across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex packed more than 70 seats in the Eco Park building's conference room this June to learn the finer details of construction inspection. The City of Dallas Department of Public Works hosted this new two-day training seminar in partnership...
Fort Worth’s Fire Station 16 Will Move to This New Site
Fire Station 16 will move to a new location in the same area from 5933 Geddes Avenue to 5701 Lovell Avenue in the Como neighborhood of Fort Worth. The two locations are about half a mile apart. The current fire station was built in the 1960s, the same decade the now-closed Edmondson’s Fried Chicken was built. Both buildings will be demolished. The new fire station will be built on the site of the Edmondson’s building, with construction expected to be complete by December 2025.
Mexican national on new Texas 10 Most Wanted list for Illegal Immigrants captured in Fort Worth
FORT WORTH, Texas — A Mexican national listed on Texas' 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants was captured in Fort Worth on June 13, 2024, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS).Victor Hugo Chox Gonzalez, a 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrant from Mexico, was apprehended by DPS Criminal Investigations Division Special Agents. Chox Gonzalez had been wanted for aggravated sexual assault of a child, indecency with a child by sexual contact, failure to identify/give false/fictitious information, and failure to identify as a fugitive.In April 2016, Chox Gonzalez was convicted in Tarrant County of driving while intoxicated with...
'Baby, you're a firework!' North Texas NICU babies dress patriotic for July 4
DALLAS — For many parents, celebrating their baby’s first Fourth of July means watching fireworks or going to a barbecue. But that’s not possible for families with an infant in the NICU, or neonatal intensive care unit. These patriotic preemies are shining like a bright light in...
13-year-old missing from Friendswood found safe in Fort Worth
FRIENDSWOOD, Texas – A 13-year-old girl who was reported missing in Friendswood has been found safe. The Friendswood Police Department said Josephine Whipple was found safe in Fort Worth Tuesday evening. “Thank you to the community for your willingness to provide information,” the department said on Facebook.
Fort Worth Stockyards plans to go into overdrive with $630M project
When Billy Bob’s Texas co-owner Pam Minick stood before the Fort Worth City Council on June 25 to support a new investment in the Stockyards, she recalled the skeptics of a decade ago, when the first project was being considered. “Some of the business owners were afraid that their...
NATIONAL PREMIER SOCCER LEAGUE: West Texas FC hosting Fort Worth with regular season drawing to a close
Jul. 2—MIDLAND — West Texas FC got exactly what it needed. Now, the team is hoping to continue its run in the final week of the regular season. Coming off a crucial 6-3 win over Lone Star Conference-leading Denton, West Texas FC will host a pair of home games this week, starting with a midweek clash against the Fort Worth Vaqueros at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Astound Broadband Stadium. The team ...
Shannon Bearden named principal, managing director of DFW for Tryba Architects
In one of the largest leadership expansions in the firm’s history, Tryba Architects has promoted four new Principals companywide, including Shannon Bearden, Principal, Managing Director of DFW. “This transition marks a major milestone in our interdisciplinary studios as we recognize the exceptionally talented, dedicated individuals that have set our firm on a remarkable trajectory of growth, across the Denver and Dallas-Fort Worth markets, while demonstrating a strong commitment to our clients and to high-quality, innovative design,” said David Tryba, FAIA, the firm’s Founder and Lead Design Principal.
Trinity Valley Salutatorian Literally Sprinted to the Finish Line
Salutatorian Jessica Wu told graduates at Trinity Valley’s 58th commencement ceremony in May to let no one, “most of all yourself,” define the bounds of your capability. “High school is just the start,” she went on with her address to classmates at the MacGorman Chapel & Performing Arts Center. “Within all of you are the branches of success, patiently waiting to catch a spark and create a bonfire. I truly believe everyone in our class is capable of doing something incredible.”
Cutting incident at 1500 Langston St. under investigation
FORT WORTH, Texas — On Monday, July 1, 2024, at 7:54 a.m., East Division units responded to a cutting call at 1500 Langston St. Upon arrival, officers met with a male victim who reported that he had been at a saloon and accepted a ride from an unknown individual. The victim later awoke in a field, bleeding from stab wounds, and called for help.
Winning Mega Millions lottery tickets sold in California and Texas
INGLEWOOD – There were no tickets sold with all six numbers in Tuesday (July 2) evening’s drawing of the multi-state Mega Millions lottery. Two tickets were sold matching five numbers in California and Texas. The ticket sold in California was sold at a gas station in the 400...
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