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Passenger hospitalized after 6-vehicle wreck on Highway 360, Arlington police say

It was a typical Thursday afternoon on Highway 360, the sun casting a warm glow over the bustling traffic. Suddenly, the calm was shattered as a loud crash echoed through the air, sending shockwaves through the vehicles and drivers in the vicinity. In a harrowing moment that felt like an eternity,...

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A concerned parent checking on their sick child at home during flu season.

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Early flu spike hits North Texas children: What parents need to know about rising cases

As the sun sets over Irving, Texas, parents are gathering their little ones for evening routines, but this year, there’s an added sense of urgency. With the flu season arriving earlier than usual, pediatric cases are spiking across North Texas, leaving many families scrambling for information on...

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Emergency responders at a multi-vehicle crash scene near a haunted house in Denton.

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6 people hospitalized after multi-vehicle crash near Denton haunted house, police say

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting an eerie glow over the Denton area, a scene unfolded that would leave six individuals hospitalized and a community in shock. Just moments before, laughter and excitement filled the air as families prepared to visit a local haunted house, a beloved fall...

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Fort Worth police officer Brian Gentry in uniform, dedicated service

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Fort Worth police officer dies after suffering medical emergency while on duty

On a crisp Wednesday morning, the city of Fort Worth was shaken by the sudden loss of Officer Brian Gentry, a dedicated member of the police department for over two decades. As news spread, community members paused in their daily routines, grappling with the reality that a familiar face, one who...

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Ralph Ross and Sherri Gonzales smiling together after kidney transplant

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North Texas perfect match: A kidney, a second chance, and a beach trip on the calendar

In the heart of Irving, Texas, a moment of serendipity unfolded in a hospital room where two lives intertwined like the threads of a well-worn tapestry. Ralph Ross, a 59-year-old devoted husband and father, sat nervously in a sterile waiting area, his thoughts racing. He was about to undergo a...

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Children enjoying the petting zoo at the State Fair of Texas

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Health officials investigate E. coli cases possibly linked to State Fair of Texas petting zoo

As the sun set over the iconic Texas State Fair, laughter and excitement filled the air. Children raced towards the petting zoo, eager to meet the goats, sheep, and other furry friends. But beneath the vibrant lights and festive atmosphere, a shadow loomed. Just days after the fair opened, health...

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Gainesville High School football team during a game

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Gainesville High School forfeits Friday football game because of injuries

As the Friday night lights dimmed over Gainesville High School, the air was thick with disappointment. Students, parents, and alumni gathered in anticipation of the game against Van Alstyne, only to be met with the disheartening news: the Leopards would not take the field due to injuries. This...

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Small aircraft flying over a clear blue sky near Fort Worth, Texas

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NTSB report details what happened before a plane crashed north of Fort Worth, killing the pilot

On a seemingly ordinary October day, the skies above Fort Worth, usually a canvas of bustling activity and serene flight, turned tragic when a small aircraft met its untimely end. John Unangst, a seasoned pilot with years of experience navigating the Texas air, was at the helm, but his final flight...

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