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Adults attack 13-year-old student on Denton ISD school bus
WARNING: Content may be disturbing for some.DENTON — A criminal investigation is unfolding in Denton after a 13-year-old girl is attacked on a school bus by adults. The bus was leaving Bettye Myers Middle School last week when the 8th-grade girl says she was attacked by someone she says she didn't really know. Earlier in the day, she'd heard rumors that the girl, new to the school, wanted to fight her."She said if I didn't keep her name out of my mouth, then she was going to beat me up," explained the student we'll call "Nicole" to protect her identity.She says when...
One dead in Pilot Point UTV crash
PILOT POINT, Texas (KXII) - One person died after a UTV crash outside of Pilot Point Sunday afternoon. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, Keila Del-Rio, 22, of Pilot Point was riding a UTV westbound on Berend Road near Maier Road at an unsafe speed. Del-Rio lost control...
New Frisco Station Development Plans Revealed
Additional plans for the next phase of Frisco Station were released on April 30, 2024, including details for a hotel, retail and dining space. The Towers at Frisco Station is set to accommodate up to five office buildings, potentially contributing a total of 3 million square feet to the project. The area is planned between Warren Parkway and John Hickman Parkway, within walking distance to The Star, Ford Center and the Urban Living District. “The Towers at Frisco Station represents the ultimate vision for Frisco’s Dallas North Tollway corridor,” VanTrust Executive Vice President Bill Baumgardner said in a statement. “It will provide...
Denton police: Bullet shot into woman’s house while she slept Tuesday morning
A woman reported Tuesday that she woke to a loud noise and found a projectile and bullet hole in her living room, according to a police report. No injuries were reported. At about 4:28 a.m., Denton officers responded to a shots-fired report in the 3500 block of Kingsview Drive in northwest Denton.
‘THE BEST YEAR YET:’ Little Elm gears up for annual Craft Brew & Que Festival
The annual Little Elm Craft Brew & Que Festival is set to return for its ninth year on June 1, offering an evening filled with craft beer, Texas BBQ, live music and spirited competition. This year, the Town of Little Elm has pulled out all the stops to ensure that...
Salata To Bring Fresh Salads to New Denton Location
Salata is slated to open a new location in Razor Ranch Town Center later this year according to a recent filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Razor Ranch Town Center is located in the heart of Denton, housing a variety of shopping and dining destinations. Salata will bring its vibrant tapestry of […]
Lane closures: Downtown Denton US 77 construction project starts Monday
Construction on a pavement improvement project along U.S. Highway 77 between Eagle Drive and McKinney Street in Denton will start Monday, May 6, weather permitting. Drivers can expect various lane closures throughout the project and should allow for extra travel time through the area.
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 News Roundup: Frisco ISD announces graduation dates for Class of 2024 and more updates
Frisco ISD is preparing to celebrate the Class of 2024, including the first graduates of Panther Creek and Emerson high schools. As the Class of 2024 prepares to cross the stage and parents plan for celebrations with family and friends, Frisco ISD is busy getting ready for the ceremonies that will be held at the Ford Center.
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...
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