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New HUD Initiative Requires Verified Citizenship For Section 8 Housing

In a significant move aimed at ensuring that taxpayer-funded housing assistance is allocated only to eligible individuals, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has recently mandated that Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) across the nation provide a comprehensive report on tenants ...

23-Year-Old Terrell Resident Faces Aggravated Assault Allegations

Crandall Man Arrested on Multiple Charges After Intoxicated Driving Incident

Celebrate Local Flavor at Brews on Bois D’Arc in Downtown Forney

Exciting New Dining Option: Portillo's Hot Dogs Set to Open in Forney

Forney City Council Approves FY 2026 Budget and Tax Rate

On September 16th, the Forney City Council took significant steps towards fiscal responsibility by approving the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and adopting a no-new-revenue tax rate of $0.421431 for the 2025 tax year. This no-new-revenue tax rate is designed to ensure that the City collects the same amoun...

Local Man Arrested on Multiple Charges Including Assault

STEVEN GRAE TYLER, 37, of Kaufman, was arrested on September 15, 2025, following a series of serious offenses. The arrest, conducted by the Kaufman County Sheriff's Office, took place at approximately 7:31 PM, and Tyler was subsequently booked into custody at housing location B08A-02.Tyler faces thr...

Rhodes Intermediate to Host Inaugural Career Day: A Chance for Students to Explore Future Possibilities

Forney, TX – Rhodes Intermediate School is excited to announce its first-ever Career Day, scheduled for October 21st. This event aims to inspire students as they begin to think about their futures by exposing them to a wide range of career options.The Career Day will feature two sessions: a morning ...

Local Man Arrested for Indecent Assault in Kaufman County

Cameron Lashon Pree, 21, of Kaufman County, was arrested on charges of indecent assault. The arrest was made by the Constable's Office PCT 1 Kaufman on September 18, 2025, and Pree was admitted at 12:12 AM. According to jail records, the charge was filed by the Terrell Police Department.Pree is accu...

Navigating Family Law in Kaufman County: Insights from Guest & Gray Law Firm

FORNEY, TX — In a community as close-knit as Forney, the well-being of families is paramount. When legal challenges arise—especially those concerning children—having a trusted, local resource becomes essential. We recently spoke with Robert Guest, founding partner of Guest & Gray, the largest and hi...

Forney Man Arrested on Multiple Charges Including Burglary

Aaron Wyatt, 39, of Forney was arrested on August 27, 2025, by the Forney Police Department on serious charges that include burglary of a habitation with intent to commit another felony and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The arrest took place at approximately 4:19 PM, and he was subsequent...

Appeals Court Upholds 40-Year Sentence for Convicted Sex Offender Howard Holland

Dallas, Texas — In a significant ruling, the Court of Appeals for the Fifth District of Texas at Dallas has dismissed the appeal of Howard Holland, affirming his forty-year prison sentence for aggravated sexual assault. This decision, issued under case number 05-25-00892-CR, reinforces the judgment ...

Kaufman City Council to consider the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget August 18, 2025

19-Year-Old Isaiah Paul Haden Arrested on Drug Charges in Kaufman County

Isaiah Paul Haden, 19, of Kaufman County, was arrested on August 1, 2025, on charges of possession of a controlled substance, specifically under Penalty Group 2. This group includes substances such as Delta-9 Tetrahydrocannabino...

Forney Teen Arrested on Serious Drug Charges by Forney PD

Forney, TX - Kimberly Ramos, 18, of Forney was arrested on August 2, 2025, on charges of manufacturing and delivery of a controlled substance, penalty group 1, in amounts between 4 and 200 grams. The arrest was made by the Forney Police Department, and ...

Stormy Daniels Faces Jury Trial in Kaufman County Amid Defamation Allegations

Stormy Daniels Faces Jury Trial in Kaufman County Amid Defamation Allegations. Breaking news from Kaufman County as Stephanie Clifford, commonly known as Stormy Daniels, finds herself in a jury trial today. This high-profile case, filed back in December 2018, centers around allegations of an intense o...

Terrell, TX - New Pet Adoption Center Set to Transform Animal Welfare with $5.6 Million Investment

Terrell, TX - New Pet Adoption Center Set to Improve Animal Welfare with $5.6 Million InvestmentProject OverviewThe City of Terrell has announced an exciting new development that promises to enhance animal welfare in the community—a state-of-the-art Pet Adoption Center. With an estimated cost of $5....

Forney Teen Arrested on Multiple Drug-Related Charges

Forney Teen Arrested on Multiple Drug-Related Charges. Carlos Vazquez, 19, of Forney, was arrested on serious drug-related charges following an investigation by local law enforcement. The arrest, conducted by the Forney Police Department, took place on August 2, 2025, at 10:25 PM.

Forney Community Gathers to Celebrate Local Events and Address Infrastructure Challenges

Dallas District Court Split in High-Stakes Stock Dispute

Dallas, TX - In a notable legal battle unfolding in Dallas, a federal district court has delivered a mixed ruling in a complex stock transaction dispute involving biotechnology company Vaxxinity, Inc., its executives Mei Mei Hu and Louis Garfield Reese IV, and investment firm Ask America, LLC. The c...

Governor Abbott Directs Texas DPS to Apprehend Absent House Democrats in Legislative Standoff

Governor Abbott Directs Texas DPS to Apprehend Absent House Democrats in Legislative StandoffAugust 4, 2025 | Austin, TexasAbbott Takes Action Against Absent LawmakersIn a dramatic escalation of the ongoing legislative impasse, Governor Greg Abbott has issued a directive for the Texas Department of ...

Texas AG Ken Paxton Condemns Absentee Democrats, Vows Legal Action

Texas AG Ken Paxton Condemns Absentee Democrats, Vows Legal ActionAG Paxton's Stance on Democrat Lawmakers' Quorum BreakIn response to the recent exodus of Democratic members from the Texas House of Representatives, Attorney General Ken Paxton has issued a strong statement condemning their actions. ...

Governor Abbott Mobilizes Emergency Resources as Tropical Weather Approaches Texas

Governor Abbott Mobilizes Emergency Resources as Tropical Weather Approaches Texas Galveston, TexasState Readies for Potential Severe Weather Impact In anticipation of a tropical weather system set to impact East and Southeast Texas, Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Division ...

Remembering Hulk Hogan: The Legacy of Wrestling's Most Iconic Figure

Remembering Hulk Hogan: The Legacy of Wrestling's Most Iconic FigureProfessional wrestling legend Terry Bollea, famously known as Hulk Hogan, passed away on Thursday at the age of 71. The announcement was made by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), marking the end of an era in sports entertainment....

Sen. Ted Cruz Champions New Legislation to Combat Funding of Violent Riots

Washington, D.C. - New Legislation IntroducedIn a decisive move to address the ongoing issue of violent demonstrations, U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) has announced the introduction of the Stop Financial Underwriting of Nefarious Demonstrations and Extremist Riots (Stop FUNDERs) Act. This significa...

Sen. Ted Cruz Champions the Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Act

Sen. Ted Cruz Champions the Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation ActLegislation Aims to Classify Muslim Brotherhood as a Terrorist OrganizationWASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), who serves as the Chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Africa and Global ...