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Over 1,150 children across North Texas have been waiting up to two years for their Make-A-Wish experience. Thanks to a massive donation from the Donovitz Family Foundation, hundreds of critically ill kids won't have to wait that long anymore.
More than 750 volunteers per day are stepping up to help Dallas host a major political convention. From election judges to small business owners, North Texans are turning civic duty into community pride.
A teenage lifeguard pulled an unconscious child from powerful ocean waves in Santa Cruz, California, saving a young boy from North Texas in a dramatic rescue caught on camera. The child's father is now sharing his gratitude after his son was swept away during a family vacation.
Hunter Crowley spent his mornings in chemotherapy and his afternoons prepping burgers for his thriving food truck business. Now in full remission at 18, he's serving up hope and handcrafted burgers across North Texas.
Eunice Doehring volunteered at the 1994 FIFA World Cup, and now she's back for the 2026 tournament in Arlington. She beat out thousands of applicants to become one of just 5,000 volunteers welcoming fans from around the world.
Seven Dallas-Fort Worth communities just landed on the nation's fastest-growing cities list, with thousands of new homes and jobs transforming the region. Lewisville led the pack at No. 5 nationwide, showing how opportunity keeps expanding across North Texas.
A 4-year-old North Texas girl is back with her father after being hidden for months by relatives who refused to cooperate with authorities. Multiple law enforcement agencies worked together across several states to bring her home safely.
A young North Texas cancer survivor is preparing to take the stage at a special gala celebrating strength and resilience. Her story highlights the power of family support through life's toughest battles. ---
The Texas Rangers unveiled bold new uniforms celebrating North Texas' deep Mexican cultural roots. The team's "Tejas" jerseys debut April 24 as part of their commitment to honoring the Hispanic community.
A North Texas Meals on Wheels volunteer noticed something was wrong during a routine delivery and acted fast to save a diabetic client's life. Her quick thinking turned an everyday kindness into a lifesaving moment.
The University of North Texas women's track team claimed their first conference indoor championship in over two decades, ending a 21-year wait with an emotional eight-point victory. Senior London Maxwell sparked the win by unexpectedly taking gold in the mile despite not even being seeded in the top eight.