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UTA cross country jump starts season
The men’s and women’s cross country team officially kicks off their season Aug. 31 in Fort Worth. Heading into the John McKenzie Invitational at Texas Christian University, head coach John Sauerhage returns to lead both teams in his 28th season. Looking ahead, the Arkansas Chile Pepper Invitational on...
Commission urges Fort Worth to increase public art budget to meet population needs
Members of the Fort Worth Art Commission want the city to increase funding for its public art program — and not just in the 2025 budget. All commissioners in attendance approved a motion requesting an annual increase for the city’s public art program during their Aug. 20 meeting at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center, the last that will be held at 1300 Gendy St.
TCU Upgrades Track and Tennis Facilities for Enhanced Performance
TCU Athletics has announced significant upgrades to the Lowden Track and Field Complex and Bayard H. Friedman Tennis Center. The improvements include a new track surface and enhanced drainage systems at the track facility, alongside resurfacing of the tennis courts. These upgrades aim to position TCU as a competitive host for premier collegiate events. The track facility will close on Sept. 2 and is expected to reopen in January 2025, while resurfacing of tennis courts is planned between Aug. 24 and Sept. 7.
CFPB files its reply brief in support of the CFPB’s motion to dismiss Plaintiff Fort Worth Chamber and transfer the case to D.D.C.
On August 19, 2024, the CFPB filed its reply brief in support of the CFPB’s motion to dismiss Plaintiff Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce (Fort Worth Chamber) for lack of standing and, if granted, transfer the case to the Federal District Court for D.C. in the lawsuit challenging the CFPB’s credit card late fee final rule (“Rule”). The CFPB filed its brief in support of the motion to dismiss on July 29, 2024 and the plaintiffs filed their brief in opposition to the CFPB’s motion to dismiss on August 12, 2024. Judge Pittman will hear the motion next week on August 27, 2024.
How the Texas power grid is holding up amid extreme summer heat
NORTH TEXAS – ERCOT is expecting to see record demand on the Texas power grid Tuesday afternoon with most of the state's population facing dangerous heat.The state's four largest metro areas – Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin and San Antonio – are under either excessive heat warnings or heat advisories. Air temperatures will exceed 110 degrees in some areas, with feels-like temperatures even higher.Monday's high temperatures put the most load on the power grid so far this year, which was just shy of the record set in August of 2023. On Tuesday, the projected demand of over 85,700 megawatts between 5...
Axis Brain and Back Institute opens Texas surgery center
Fort Worth, Texas-based Axis Brain and Back Institute has opened a new surgery center on its Southlake campus specializing in microsurgical techniques for neck and back pain. Microsurgical procedures will give patients minimally invasive alternatives to traditional surgeries, according to an Aug. 20 press release. The surgery center will serve...
“100% preventable:” Sheriff, bereaved family react to 34 DWI arrests this weekend in Tarrant County
FORT WORTH, Texas — Last Monday morning, a longtime, beloved Fort Worth Police Officer died on I-35W. Yesterday Monday morning, so did five more people, including 2 children. They were two separate, high-profile cases. But both were caused, police say, by drunk drivers. Leddy Harris’ sister, Alexis Mills and...
Txdot Teams up With Law Enforcement for a Safe Labor Day Weekend
The reckless act of drinking and driving can change your life forever, the thing that makes me scratch my head in wonder is that it only takes a few minutes to find a sober ride. With law enforcement ramping up its presence leading up to Labor Day, we Texas drivers can make a difference by choosing rideshare, public transit, Uber, or any other safe way to get home. By doing so, they not only protect their own lives but also the lives of others.
Man convicted of stealing credit card information, diesel fuel across East Texas
SMITH COUNTY, Texas — A man was convicted of engaging in organized criminal activity in connection with diesel fuel thefts and stolen credit cards across the state, including in East Texas. Officials say Ramon Perez-Torres, 31, of Mesquite, who was sentenced to 15 years in prison, was part of...
South Texas leaders rally at 1st water symposium to tackle ‘crisis’ on border
The first-ever Deep South Texas State of Water Symposium was held Tuesday on the border to discuss the dwindling Rio Grande, lack of water payments from Mexico and how local communities can rally together to find future water solutions.
Texas Nominations Are Now Open – 41st Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards
Nominations are now being accepted for the 41st Annual Governor's Volunteer Awards. Administered by the OneStar Foundation, the Governor’s Volunteer Awards are an opportunity for the State of Texas to honor exemplary individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to improving their communities through outstanding service and volunteering. “Texans recognize...
UPS driver in North Texas passed out, crashed due to heat-related symptoms, union says
The UPS driver crashed into the woods along Texas Highway 121, north of McKinney. The driver called for assistance but UPS told the worker to drive himself in, according to the union representing the driver.
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