News across Denton County

Empty seats, socialism and Trump dominate the Republican midterm convention
The two day Republican convention in Dallas showcased the party's biggest asset in trying to win competitive midterm races and its greatest obstacle: President Trump.

Republicans kick off unconventional midterm convention in Dallas with Trump speech
Republicans' first midterm convention, being touted as a "Trumpapalooza" by the Republican Party chairman, kicks off in Dallas with a program focused heavily on tax cuts and border security.

Illini tee off 2026-27 campaign at The Bruzzy
A new season began Tuesday for the Illini, who travelled to Trophy Club, Texas, for The Bruzzy presented by Ashley Cabrera at Trophy Club Country Club. North Texas are hosting the tournament, which will run through Wednesday. Named after longtime North Texas supporter and golf…
TSCRA investigation leads to arrest in nearly $200,000 livestock theft cases
FORT WORTH — Payton Dean Carroll, 25, was arrested Aug. 21 in Chambers County on two theft of livestock warrants stemming from investigations involving nearly $200,000 in unpaid cattle purchases.Carro

Texas man arrested for sending death threats to UF faculty member
Connor Scott Brockenbush, 35, of Grapevine, Texas, has been arrested for allegedly sending emails with death threats to a UF faculty member.
Data Center Moratorium Proposal Squeaks Forward in San Antonio
The more conservative City of Fort Worth's unanimous moratorium vote contrasts with a divided San Antonio council debating regulations for the fast-growing industry.
COMMENTARY: Our Voices: Budget Season Begins
TEXAS METRO NEWS — Dallas is preparing its next budget, with the City Manager having presented her proposed FY27 budget to the City Council last Tuesday. The proposal emphasizes public safety, core services, operational efficiency, and a reduced tax rate. The post COMMENTARY: Our…
COMMENTARY: Preserved by Purpose: Taking the Limits Off of God
THE DALLAS WEEKLY — A new article explores the concept of "taking the limits off God" in a Christian context, examining how individuals, despite their faith, can sometimes hold narrow expectations for divine intervention. The post COMMENTARY: Preserved by Purpose: Taking the…