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  • Fort Worth Weekend Guide: Adopt a Pet, Catch Baseball, and Join the Lifeguard Team

    Fort Worth Weekend Guide: Adopt a Pet, Catch Baseball, and Join the Lifeguard Team
    2026/02/28
    Good morning, this is Fort Worth Local Pulse for Saturday, February 28th.

    We're starting this weekend with some exciting opportunities if you're looking to get out and stay active. Fort Worth Animal Care and Control is hosting adoption events at Walmart today from eleven in the morning until two in the afternoon, and again tomorrow at the same time. They've got shelter and foster dogs ready for their forever homes, so if you've been thinking about adding a furry friend to your family, now's a perfect chance to meet some wonderful companions.

    Speaking of summer plans, if you've got teenagers at home looking for work experience and some extra spending money, the City is now recruiting lifeguards for our public pools. The American Red Cross lifeguard certification course is available, and you need to be at least fifteen to take the class, but sixteen to actually work for the city. It's a great way for young people to gain valuable experience while staying active outdoors.

    On the education front, Fort Worth ISD continues its state takeover process. The Texas Education Agency has narrowed down the list of candidates who want to serve as board managers to just twenty-one finalists. These are the folks who'll be leading our nearly seventy thousand student district for at least the next two years. They come from all walks of life, including nonprofit leaders, business executives, teachers, and parents, mostly from within our district boundaries. The state education commissioner is expected to announce the final appointments and a new superintendent in the coming weeks.

    Over at TCU, the Horned Frogs had a strong showing on the baseball diamond last night. Our number eighteen ranked team dominated New Haven with a fourteen to three victory at Lupton Stadium. They've got another game against New Haven today at two o'clock if you're interested in catching some college baseball action this afternoon. Also making news, our number six women's tennis team fell to number thirty-three TCU in a conference opener yesterday in Fort Worth, losing four to nothing, but they're looking to bounce back.

    The city continues its focus on protecting our environment too. There's an ongoing Lights Out initiative encouraging residents and businesses to switch off lights at night to protect migrating birds. It's a simple way we can all contribute to wildlife conservation right here in our community.

    As we head into the weekend, conditions should remain pleasant for outdoor activities. Whether you're heading to those adoption events, catching a game, or just enjoying time outside, it's a good day to get out and enjoy Fort Worth.

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  • Fort Worth Local Pulse: High-Speed Chase, Oscar Shorts, and Lady Gaga This Weekend

    Fort Worth Local Pulse: High-Speed Chase, Oscar Shorts, and Lady Gaga This Weekend
    2026/02/27
    Good morning, this is Fort Worth Local Pulse for Friday, February 27th.

    We're starting this morning with some breaking news from our streets. Five people are facing an extensive list of charges after fleeing from and shooting at police during a high-speed chase that happened this morning across Ellis County and Fort Worth. The incident involved officers pursuing suspects who engaged in gunfire during the chase, resulting in multiple arrests. We'll continue to follow this developing story as more details emerge.

    On the cultural front, this is shaping up to be an incredible weekend for entertainment in our city. Tonight and through Sunday, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth is screening every Oscar-nominated short film across all three categories, so if you're looking to get ahead on your Academy Awards pool with just two weeks until the ceremony, that's your chance to catch some truly great filmmaking. Speaking of major entertainment, country music superstar Lady Gaga is coming to Dickies Arena tomorrow and Sunday night as part of her tour. If you haven't grabbed tickets yet, you may be out of luck as her shows tend to sell out quickly.

    For live music fans, there's plenty happening right now. Eric Church takes the stage at Dickies Arena tonight at seven thirty, bringing his Free the Machine Tour with special guest Stephen Wilson Jr. And if you're more into classic country, Tracy Byrd is performing at Billy Bob's Texas, continuing the legacy of that early nineties country boom he was part of alongside Garth Brooks and Alan Jackson.

    If you're looking for something a little different, the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra is collaborating with Dallas Theater Center for Shakespeare at the Symphony at Bass Performance Hall, featuring selections including Mendelssohn's A Midsummer Night's Dream and Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet. Theater lovers can also catch Casa Mañana's production of Hairspray, which just opened and runs through March 8th.

    For our younger listeners, the Fort Worth Botanic Garden is hosting Butterflies in the Garden starting tomorrow. It's the largest exhibit of live exotic butterflies in North Central Texas and runs through April 30th, so families have plenty of time to check it out.

    Looking at the week ahead, we've got the Fort Worth Music Festival and Conference continuing through March 1st at the Stockyards with performances from some of the biggest names in country music.

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  • Fort Worth Police Oversight Model Gets National Recognition

    Fort Worth Police Oversight Model Gets National Recognition
    2026/02/26
    Good morning, this is Fort Worth Local Pulse for Thursday, February 26th.

    We're starting with some important developments happening right here in our city. Fort Worth police oversight is getting national attention this week. Bonycle Sokunbi, who heads our Police Department's oversight office, traveled to Aurora, Colorado on Tuesday to share how our model works. She spoke to residents and city officials there who are trying to build their own oversight system. Sokunbi told them that the most important power her office has is unfettered access to police information, which allows them to monitor ongoing investigations and make recommendations. What's interesting is that she hasn't had a single recommendation refused by our police department in her time there. She credits this success to the relationship built on trust and respect between her office and our officers.

    Meanwhile, we're seeing some concern brewing around Fort Worth ISD as the state moves forward with its takeover of the school district. Nearly three hundred people applied to serve on the new state-appointed board of managers, but here's the thing: their names aren't being made public. Families and community members are frustrated by this secrecy. Fort Worth parent Kelly Moreno says she has no idea who might be positioned to guide her children's schools or what changes could be coming. The Texas Education Agency is asking for an opinion from the state attorney general's office about whether those applicant names should be released. Some transparency advocates are pointing out that when Houston ISD went through a similar takeover a few years ago, all four hundred sixty-two applicant names were released two months before appointments were made. They're asking why Fort Worth isn't getting that same level of openness. The commissioner has said he'll reveal his appointees sometime this spring.

    On the safety front, we've also been seeing improvements at the Fort Worth Stockyards. CBS Texas covered a story about new safety enhancements there, so if you're planning to visit this weekend, know that officials have been working to make the experience safer for everyone.

    As we head into the rest of your Thursday, keep an eye on the weather as you plan your day. We'll have more updates on any developing stories throughout the day.

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  • Fort Worth Local Pulse: Winter Weather Returns, Dallas Hall Repairs Cost Billions

    Fort Worth Local Pulse: Winter Weather Returns, Dallas Hall Repairs Cost Billions
    2026/02/22
    Good morning, this is Fort Worth Local Pulse for Sunday, February 22nd.

    We're watching some significant weather changes heading our way as we wrap up the weekend. Right now, North Texas is cooling down after we enjoyed some unseasonably warm spring-like weather earlier this week with temperatures climbing into the upper seventies. But meteorologists are warning us that a powerful winter storm is taking shape off the Carolinas and is expected to track up the East Coast. This system could become a significant nor'easter, and New York City is already under its first blizzard warning in nine years. While we won't see the worst of it here in Fort Worth, we are shifting abruptly back to February weather. Expect overnight lows tonight to dip into the mid-thirties, which will be the coldest morning we've had since early February. Tomorrow's high will only reach around fifty-eight degrees with sunshine, so you'll want to grab a jacket for the kids heading out to school on Monday morning.

    On the local events front, we've got plenty happening around town today. If you're looking for some live entertainment, the Queens are taking the stage at Dickies Arena this evening at seven o'clock for a show called Four Legends, One Stage. That's at Dickies Arena on Montgomery Street. For those interested in something a bit different, the Disco Cowgirl Market is happening this weekend at Cowtown Brewing, featuring local vendors, a hat bar, and permanent jewelry if you're looking for something fun to do.

    Sports fans, keep your eye on TCU basketball. The Horned Frogs are hosting Iowa State today at Ed and Edd Landreth Coliseum. TCU is coming in with a strong record at twenty-four wins and four losses, trying to extend a three-game winning streak against Iowa State, who's sitting at twenty-one wins and six losses.

    Now to a story that's been getting attention around the metroplex. Dallas City Hall is facing some significant repair challenges. A new report released this week estimates that fully repairing and modernizing the fifty-year-old building could cost over a billion dollars. Core system repairs alone, including outdated electrical, heating, and plumbing systems, are projected at three hundred twenty-nine million dollars, with additional costs for relocating staff and financing bringing the total to between one point one and one point four billion over twenty years. Some preservation advocates and former architects are questioning those estimates, arguing the historic building should be saved, though the city's economic development corporation says it would actually be more cost-effective to lease another property.

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  • Fort Worth Local Pulse: Winter Prep, Nuisance Enforcement, and Big League Wiffle Ball

    Fort Worth Local Pulse: Winter Prep, Nuisance Enforcement, and Big League Wiffle Ball
    2026/02/21
    Good morning, this is Fort Worth Local Pulse for Saturday, February 21st.

    We're coming off a challenging week weather-wise here in North Texas. Our area took a harder hit from that recent winter storm than some of our neighboring communities. Northlake received significantly more ice accumulation than Denton and Flower Mound, and while our public works teams did incredible work keeping critical infrastructure running, the roads remained treacherous for several days. The good news is our town leadership is taking action. They're planning to add snow plow equipment to the fleet in the upcoming budget and expanding public works storage facilities so we're better prepared for future winter events. A big thank you to our public works crews who worked around the clock in brutal conditions to keep water flowing and keep our community safe.

    Speaking of keeping our community safe, Fort Worth just launched an aggressive new initiative called NET Force, the Nuisance Enforcement Task Force. This is a focused multi-departmental effort targeting our most persistent problem properties. Teams from code compliance, animal control, police, fire, and environmental services conducted joint inspections this past month at Sandy Oaks Apartments on Sandy Lane, the Eco Motel on East Lancaster, and the convenience stores on Hemphill Street. In one day at Sandy Oaks alone, they identified nearly nine hundred violations across all departments. This coordinated approach is already proving more effective than when each department worked separately. The city says future properties will be selected based on how this pilot program performs, and they're planning an aggressive reinspection schedule to ensure violations get addressed.

    Now if you're looking for something fun to do today, we've got some great options. The Southwest High School varsity softball team is playing in a neutral tournament game against Millsap starting at eleven thirty this morning. And sports fans, there's something really cool happening in our region. Big League Wiffle Ball is coming to North Texas today, February 21st, with more than twenty five teams and players traveling here from twenty different states. It's a pretty exciting development for our local sports scene.

    We're also keeping a close eye on construction plans in the area. Denton County has awarded the construction contract for work at the FM 407 and I-35W intersection, with negotiations wrapping up. They're expecting to break ground within the next forty five days. This project will add much needed capacity under I-35W and should help ease traffic flow in that critical corridor.

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  • Fort Worth School Progress, Industrial Growth, and Primary Elections

    Fort Worth School Progress, Industrial Growth, and Primary Elections
    2026/02/19
    Good morning, this is Fort Worth Local Pulse for Thursday, February 19th.

    We're starting with some encouraging news from Fort Worth Independent School District. Midyear test results show real progress in our classrooms. Reading scores jumped between one and eight points on average, while math scores climbed one to five points. Third grade reading proficiency is now at forty-one percent, an eight point gain from last year. Parents and educators are crediting Superintendent Karen Molinar's focus on uniform lessons across the district and renewed emphasis on phonics instruction. The improvements come as Texas takes control of the district following years of academic struggles. The state education commissioner is expected to make a decision this spring about whether Molinar stays in her position, and community members are making their voices heard about wanting her to remain.

    On the development front, industrial growth continues in the Alliance area. Hillwood broke ground this month on Alliance Westport Twelve, a massive one point two million square foot spec building. That's significant news for our logistics and warehouse sector.

    Speaking of major projects, the San Marcos City Council voted early Wednesday morning to block a proposed data center southwest of downtown. The vote came after hundreds of residents showed up to city hall to oppose the development, citing concerns about water and energy consumption during our ongoing drought conditions. The debate highlighted the ongoing tension between economic development and environmental stewardship as our region grows.

    We're also keeping an eye on what's happening at city hall as we head into primary season. Voters across Tarrant County will be heading to the polls on March 3rd for the Texas primary elections. If you're looking to stay informed about county commissioners and other local races, now's the time to do your homework.

    For those of you who enjoy watching planes, Runway DFW is offering live plane spotting broadcasts from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. They kicked off another session today featuring everything from super jumbo jets to smaller aircraft. If you want to see the variety of airlines and aircraft that move through our region, they broadcast regularly from Founders Plaza on the northwest side of the airport.

    We hope everyone is staying safe as we continue monitoring weather patterns. High winds have been fueling wildfires across the Southwest and Plains region, so we'll keep you updated on any impacts closer to home.

    That wraps up today's local updates. Thanks so much for tuning in to Fort Worth Local Pulse. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss tomorrow's news. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out quietplease dot ai.

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  • Fort Worth ISD Takeover, Traffic Snarls, and Community Rallies - Fort Worth Local Pulse Sunday Update

    Fort Worth ISD Takeover, Traffic Snarls, and Community Rallies - Fort Worth Local Pulse Sunday Update
    2026/02/15
    Good morning, this is Fort Worth Local Pulse for Sunday, February 15. We kick off with breaking news from our schools. A state administrative court has ruled in favor of the Texas Education Agency's takeover of Fort Worth ISD, prompting one trustee's resignation yesterday. This could reshape how we handle district leadership and funding, so keep an eye on city hall updates as they roll out impacts to our classrooms and budgets.

    Shifting to travel, traffic snarled across the Dallas-Fort Worth area yesterday with multiple crashes closing lanes on key routes like I-35W near downtown. If youre heading out today, drive carefully, especially around Sundance Square. Meanwhile, at DFW Airport, Runway DFWs live plane spotting is underway from Founders Plaza this morning, drawing aviation fans despite some American Airlines route cuts affecting our hub. Those permanent cancellations mean fewer options on select flights, so check your plans.

    On public safety, Tarrant County reports routine arrests overnight, with no major incidents in Fort Worth proper over the past day. Stay vigilant near West 7th Street hotspots.

    Weve got mild weather today, sunny skies with highs near 55 degrees, perfect for outdoor activities, though a light breeze off the Trinity River might chill evening events. Outlook stays dry through Tuesday.

    New business buzz includes JDB Towing wrapping up a legal tussle with the city, decided this week by the Second Court of Appeals, potentially easing towing rules around the Stockyards. Job market looks steady, with about 5,000 openings listed locally, many in logistics near the airport. Real estate sees median home prices holding at around 350,000 dollars, up slightly in East Fort Worth.

    Culturally, Lighthouse DFW hosts its live Sunday service today, open to all. Upcoming, catch community events like the Stockyards Championship Rodeo this week and a job fair at the Fort Worth Convention Center on Wednesday.

    Quick nod to our schools: Paschal Highs basketball team notched a win last night. And for a feel-good lift, locals rallied to support a family near Arlington Heights after a house fire, raising funds in hours.

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  • Paramedic Faces Assault Charges, Teens Firing Guns, Public Transit Boost, 2050 Plan Input, and More Fort Worth News

    Paramedic Faces Assault Charges, Teens Firing Guns, Public Transit Boost, 2050 Plan Input, and More Fort Worth News
    2026/02/14
    Good morning, this is Fort Worth Local Pulse for Saturday, February 14. We kick off with breaking news from our public safety teams. A Fort Worth paramedic, 35-year-old Luke Dickens, faces aggravated sexual assault charges after allegedly assaulting a patient during a December home visit in Saginaw while with the Fire Departments Mobile Integrated Healthcare Unit. Hes on leave after turning himself in last week. Meanwhile, police released video of teens firing guns toward homes in a South Fort Worth neighborhood last Sunday, capturing rounds shot before they fled in a car. Authorities urge residents near there to stay vigilant and report suspicious activity.

    Shifting to city developments, the Regional Transportation Council just approved 180 million in funding to bolster public transit, including support for Trinity Metro and DART, aiming to prevent service cuts and create seamless rail connections across North Texas. This means better bus and rail options for our daily commutes from downtown to the Stockyards. At City Hall, our 2050 Comprehensive Plan seeks your input on everything from housing to parks, helping shape a Fort Worth we love for decades ahead.

    On this Valentines Day, severe weather looms with a Level 1 risk of damaging winds, possible hail, and tornadoes across eastern Texas, per Governor Abbotts alert. Expect heavy rain today impacting outdoor plans at places like the Fort Worth Zoo or Trinity Trails, so grab that umbrella and check road conditions before heading out. Outlook improves tomorrow with clearing skies.

    In sports, catch the Metroplex Challenge tonight at the Fort Worth Convention Center, where No. 6 Georgia GymDogs face top teams starting at 8:15 p.m. Great family fun amid the storms.

    Jobs look steady with regional transit boosts creating roles, and real estate holds firm, averaging around 350,000 for homes near West 7th. No major business openings or closings this week, but Tarrant County Democrats at a recent forum pushed for property tax relief amid rising costs.

    Upcoming, join community input sessions for the 2050 Plan next week at the Tarrant County College Northwest campus. Local schools report strong wrestling finishes from Paschal High.

    For a feel-good note, volunteers rallied at the Como Community Center yesterday, packing 500 meals for families, strengthening our neighborhood bonds.

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