North Texas

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John Michael Garza, Jr. was accused of trying to provide bomb materials to someone he believed was a member of ISIS.

John Michael Garza Jr., 21, was arrested last Monday and charged with attempting to provide material support or resources to a designated terrorist group.

UT Southwestern was selected by the state to run the Texas Behavioral Health Center — the first state behavioral health hospital in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The new hospital, set to open this summer, will provide inpatient services for people with serious mental health issues

Years of budget reductions have left the Texas Commission for Environmental Quality struggling to investigate complaints, with over 1,000 cases stuck in backlog.

Regional Transportation Council members questioned why the North Central Texas Council of Governments wants to get rid of an experienced transportation director.

North Texas employers announced more than 10,000 layoffs in 2025, driven by cuts in logistics, retail and corporate operations. Despite the disruption for workers, experts say the region's diverse and fast-growing economy is well-positioned to absorb the losses heading into 2026.

Daniel Sanchez Estrada was charged in July with corruptly concealing a document or records in connection to a July 4 shooting outside the ICE Prairieland Detention Center.

As North Texas’ population continues to surge, the secret to the region’s economic prowess lies in its cities’ shared commitment to success, six local mayors said.

Palo Pinto Mountains State Park in North Texas will open sometime next year. Visitors can reserve spots for a sneak peek on New Year’s Day.

President Trump's proposal for a 50-year mortgage highlights issues surrounding affordability in North Texas. The proposal may reduce monthly payments, but experts warn it isn't a long-term solution.

DFW Airport — the world’s third-busiest travel hub now booming with new construction — contributes about $78.3 billion annually to the North Texas economy, according to a new study released Wednesday morning.