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Dallas man sentenced for fentanyl death of Frisco 20-year-old
PLANO, Texas — A Dallas man was sentenced to 16 years in federal prison after selling fentanyl-laced pills resulting in the death of a Frisco man, officials said. Benjamin Linder, 23, was sentenced Wednesday for conspiracy to distribute fentanyl resulting in death. Linder, also known as Benzo, admitted to selling drugs that led to the overdose death of a 20-year-old Frisco man, according to a press release from the United States Attorney’s Office Eastern District of Texas.
Frisco development projects update: Corporate expansions, population growth, and urban transformation
As she opened Tuesday's Frisco Chamber of Commerce Development Summit, Christal Howard, the president and CEO of the Frisco Chamber of Commerce, joked "I don't know if you have heard, but there is just a little going on development-wise in Frisco." Howard and a panel of development experts acknowledged the...
Gaza protest encampment set up at University of Texas at Dallas campus
RICHARDSON, Texas (CBS News Texas) - Protesters at the University of Texas at Dallas set up an encampment on campus Wednesday morning, joining the nationwide demonstrations over the war in Gaza. The Palestinian Youth Movement is organizing the encampment, according to a press release. Similar to other campus protests across...
2 charged with murder after man killed in robbery
McKinney police say a 23-year-old man was shot and killed inside a car in a neighborhood off White Avenue. Police say the shooting was the result of a robbery, but they wouldn’t explain any other circumstances surrounding the crime.
Two North Texans win $1 million each in Texas Lottery scratch-off games
Two North Texans won $1 million each playing Texas Lottery scratch-off games. The Texas Lottery said a Dallas resident claimed a top prize in the Millions Club game and a Saginaw resident won $1 million playing Ca$h Blowout. The Millions Club winning ticket was bought at the Super B Food...
Visit Frisco To Lead Rail District Branding Project
Frisco's tourism board, Visit Frisco, was selected to craft a fresh brand identity for the city's renowned Rail District neighborhood. According to Visit Frisco, this branding initiative aligns with the ongoing revitalization efforts of the Rail District, a key focus area for the city council in 2024. Development plans encompass various enhancements such as road improvements, plaza construction, sidewalk expansion and the addition of parking facilities. Throughout the spring and summer, Visit Frisco will collaborate closely with agency partners to embark on a comprehensive exploration of the Rail District. This endeavor will involve gathering insights from residents, Frisco visitors and local business...
Driver allegedly strikes skateboarder and scooter rider after running stop sign
Denton police responded to a hit-and-run crash Monday after a driver ran a stop sign and struck two pedestrians, according to a police report. At about 1:13 a.m., officers responded to a crash involving pedestrians at West Eagle Drive and Cleveland Street.
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