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A teenage suspect faces multiple charges after being arrested in connection to a deadly hit-and-run earlier this year.Hit-and-run arrest18-year-old Alexis Davila of Athens, Texas, was arrested by the Texas Department of Public Safety this week.He's been charged with failure to stop and render aid involving death, as well as tampering with physical evidence.Police said on Feb. 25, 2026, Davila was involved in a hit-and-run in Henderson County.Davila's truck struck and killed 73-year-old Martha Anette Belcher, who was walking along the westbound lane of FM 2709.Investigators determined Davila fled the scene and did not report the traffic crash.

Teen arrested in connection to Feb. hit-and-run that left 73-year-old dead — FOX 4 Dallas

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Tucked in Park Cities’ storied Culture Gulch neighborhood, this enchanting estate feels transported from the English countryside straight to the heart of Dallas. Inspired by the timeless architecture of the Cotswolds, 3624 Lovers Lane pairs storybook charm with remarkable craftsmanship, from repurposed stained glass windows and original glass doorknobs to hand-painted details that lend a … Continued The post Hot Property: An English Fairytale on Lovers Lane appeared first on D Magazine.

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The New York Knicks have taken a 2-0 series lead in the 2026 NBA Finals, despite a furious comeback attempt from Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night.Knicks take 2-0 series leadThe Knicks escaped San Antonio on Friday night with a 105-104 victory in Game 2 of the 2026 NBA Finals.Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks with 21 points. Jalen Brunson and Mikhail Bridges also chipped in 20 in the team's 13th straight win this postseason.Victor Wembanyama paced the Spurs with 29 points, and had some clutch buckets late. De'Aaron Fox had 20 in the loss..The Knicks were in control for most of the contest. In the 4th quarter, the Knicks built a 97-83 lead. The Spurs then went on a 14-0 run to tie the game, and briefly took the lead in the waning minutes of the game.The teams traded buckets to tie the game at 104 all until less than a minute remained, when Jalen Brunson missed a go-ahead jumper.Wembanyama secured the rebound, but an errant pass resulted in Brunson regaining pos

2026 NBA Finals: Knicks hang on to take 2-0 series lead over Spurs — FOX 4 Dallas

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The FIFA World Cup 2026 is officially coming to North Texas.With 48 teams and 104 matches played across three countries, this will be the largest World Cup ever staged—and the Dallas-Fort Worth area will be one of the tournament's most active hosts.Whether you are attending a match or heading to a fan festival, here is what you need to know about stadium security, clear bag rules, and prohibited items.Dallas Stadium clear bag policy and size limitsAll matches in North Texas will be played at Dallas Stadium in Arlington. Every fan entering the venue must pass through safety and security screening, and FIFA is enforcing a strict clear bag policy at the gates:Clear Bags: Must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC, and cannot exceed 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches.Small Clutches & Wallets: If you do not have a clear bag, you may bring a small clutch or wallet, but it must not exceed 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches.Dallas Stadium prohibited items: What is banned at the gates?FIFA's security guideline

Dallas Stadium bag policy: What you can and cannot bring to World Cup matches — FOX 4 Dallas
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A big part of North Texas is its weather – weather that isn’t mild by any criteria. Summers are hot, and we have heat waves that can last for weeks. The high humidity makes the hot summers even hotter. Air conditioning is practically a must during that time. And when the summer’s over, then, during […] The post How North Texas’ Weather Changed the Way Houses Are Built appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.

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If you're looking for a free event to watch every World Cup game this summer in Dallas, FIFA has the perfect event for you. Here are all the details.FIFA Fan Fest Dallas OverviewFIFA Fan Festival Dallas is a free event that will be held for the duration of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. You can find the full website on the event here: https://www.dallasfwc26.com/fifafanfestival-dallas/The festival will have giant screens to broadcast all 104 FIFA World Cup games.There will be curated food and beverage options, as well as a play area for children, and multiple concerts will take place throughout the festival.One million fans are expected to take part in the festival, according to the North Texas FWC Organizing Committee.FIFA Fan Fest Dallas LocationFIFA Fan Festival Dallas will be located at Fair Park. The festival address is 1818 1st Avenue Dallas, TX 75210.More specifically, the event will take place at the Dos Equis Pavilion and two adjacent parking lots.Entrances to the festival will be l

FIFA Fan Festival Dallas: Dates, hours, tickets, parking & more — FOX 4 Dallas
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Media members who have already arrived in North Texas say they're looking forward to BBQ and more while covering their country in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.International media members arrive in North TexasMonday was the first day members of the media could pick up their credentials to enter Dallas Stadium and the International Broadcast Center.The IBC, which is located at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Downtown Dallas, also houses a center for media members to cover local matches."The people who love soccer like us, it's a dream come true."Several media members who FOX 4's Steven Dial spoke to on Monday said this was their first time in Texas or the United States."To me, the IBC is ridiculous. It's huge. I've never seen something like that. I've been to other World Cups, but nothing like this," Edward Castillo, a soccer reporter from Costa Rica, told Dial. Castillo covered Sunday's Rangers game in Arlington, and has also already visited the Stockyards in Fort Worth and tri

International media begin arriving in North Texas for FIFA World Cup — FOX 4 Dallas
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Fort Worth investigators need help identifying the gunman who injured four people over the weekend, including a child and an officer, and sparked terror after a community event.Fort Worth ShootingThe gunfire erupted on Saturday night outside a strip shopping center on East Rosedale Street near the historic Stop Six Park.A gathering at the park to celebrate "Stop Six Day" had just ended and some people leaving the event were at the strip center.Witnesses said a man dressed in all black came from the apartment complex to the east of the businesses and started shooting, then ran back toward the apartments.A female bystander who was shot in the head was the most severely injured. She was hospitalized in critical condition.An elderly woman was shot in the hip, and a child was grazed in the head by a bullet. They both have non-life-threatening injuries. A Fort Worth police officer who was sitting in his patrol vehicle at the time also was struck by shrapnel from a bullet that went through hi

Fort Worth police searching for gunman who injured 4 after 'Stop Six Day' event — FOX 4 Dallas
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Dallas didn’t lose its downtown. It got a blank slate. And in a city with some of the most creative, entrepreneurial, and well-capitalized real estate minds in the country, a blank slate is not a problem. It is an opportunity. The departures are well documented: AT&T’s exit, Neiman Marcus signaling the closure of its historic … Continued The post The Blank Slate Dallas Didn’t Ask For appeared first on D Magazine.

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One week after an apartment in Dallas exploded due to a gas leak, the first responding officers are describing what the scene was like from the ground through their memories and body camera footage.Responding officers describe explosion sceneIt's been one week since a gas explosion killed three people at an Oak Cliff apartment complex. The explosion injured many more and left them without a permanent home.Dallas County Deputy Constables Jonathan Banda and Vincent DeLuna were the first two responding officers to the explosion. Banda was initially blocked by a Waymo vehicle on his way to the explosion site. He was able to physically move the car out of the way after communicating with car controllers, though the process took several minutes."At that point, he released it to me, and at that point, another engine was coming down that same street with the hoses they needed to deploy out there," Banda said.By the time DeLuna arrived at the scene and saw the inferno, he realized the gravity o

Dallas apartment explosion: First responding officers describe initial scene, saving animals — FOX 4 Dallas
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Threats against President Donald Trump led to the arrest of a Collin County resident this week.56-year-old Allen resident Ronnie "Chip" Austin, Jr. was arrested on June 4 and charged in a criminal complaint with making threats against President Donald Trump.Austin, Jr. is said to have transmitted the threats in interstate commerce. He appeared before a judge on June 5 and was charged in the Eastern District of Texas.The case is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative from the Department of Justice to "repel the invasion of illegal immigration, to achieve the total elimination of cartels and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), and to protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime," according to a press release.The case is being investigated by the FBI and prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Christopher Rapp.The nature of the threat towards President Trump is unclear.

Collin County man arrested after making threats towards Trump — FOX 4 Dallas
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Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport has new gates open as the summer travel season kicks into high gear.DFW Airport ConstructionDFW Airport is in the midst of a massive and very pricy improvement project called DFW Forward.It carries an overall price tag of $12 billion. It’s the airport’s largest infrastructure overhaul since the airport opened in 1974.A portion of the construction in Terminal C is now complete. The new pier or extension of the existing terminal adds nine new gates that will be operated by American Airlines.Amenities include luxury seating areas for all passengers, more power outlets for cellphones and laptops, and dynamic windows that have adjustable tinting depending on the time of day and where the sun is positioned.Two of the new gates opened in April. Four more opened on Monday. The additional three will open in the coming weeks."It’s an important step toward the fully reimagined terminal that customers will see come to life over just the next few years," said

DFW Airport opens new Terminal C gates ahead of summer travel season — FOX 4 Dallas
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Dallas didn’t lose its downtown. It got a blank slate. And in a city with some of the most creative, entrepreneurial, and well-capitalized real estate minds in the country, a blank slate is not a problem. It is an opportunity. The departures are well documented: AT&T’s exit, Neiman Marcus signaling the closure of its historic … Continued The post The Blank Slate Dallas Didn’t Ask For appeared first on D Magazine.

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A 44-year-old Texas man died after a two-vehicle crash early on Saturday on U.S. Highway 80, according to Mesquite police.Fatal car accident in MesquiteMesquite police responded at about 2:29 a.m. Saturday to a major crash involving two vehicles in the eastbound lanes of the 3300 block of U.S. Highway 80.Both drivers were taken to Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. One of the drivers, identified as Erick Delcampo of Mesquite, was pronounced dead at the hospital, police said.Delcampo was recognized by his peers as DJ Avenger. THose who knew him as DJ Avengers recall Delcampo always showing kindness, respect, compassion and support for other DJs.No information about the condition of the other driver was immediately available.The cause of the crash has not been determined. The Mesquite Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating.

1 dead, 1 hospitalized after accident on Highway 80 in Mesquite — FOX 4 Dallas
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