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(UPDATE) McKinney infant recovered near border, Amber Alert canceled
The 10-month-old girl who was allegedly abducted by her mother in McKinney has been safely located in Laredo near the border, authorities said.
Hard Eight BBQ in Coppell accepting donations for Moore relief efforts
Coppell Chamber of Commerce member Hard Eight BBQ will be taking their 30-foot catering trailer to Moore, Okla., at 8 a.m., Wednesday, May 22. They will be loading the trailer with donations that Coppell residents and businesses would like to send to help in the relief efforts after yesterday's tragic tornado that hit Moore.
Mesquite police investigating early morning shooting
Mesquite police are investigating an early morning shooting that left one victim shot and in critical condition.
Fairview double murder suspect under armed guard at local hospital (UPDATE)
Paul Alexander Tanner Sr., the 82-year-old man charged with the murder of his son and grandson in Fairview, is under armed guard at a local hospital.
Woman dies after 'apparent' drug overdose in McKinney
Police say a woman died this week from a drug overdose in McKinney.
Paul Tanner charged with murder of son, grandson in Fairview
An 82-year-old man has been charged with the murder of his son and grandson in Fairview.
Working for the weekend: Comedy at the Courthouse offers mid-week comic relief
"Happy Hump Day!"
Final nails: McKinney High School teacher retiring after 39 years
A man who's spent his life teaching others to build homes will soon leave a place he's called home for 39 years.
Plano PD honors fallen officers
Twelve Texas peace officers killed in the line of duty were honored Tuesday morning at the Plano Police Department's annual Peace Officer Memorial Service at Haggard Park.
Two men found dead in Fairview
Two Fairview men were found shot to death in their home Friday, Fairview Police Chief Granver Tolliver told the Dallas Morning News.
Build a home, create a smile: Smiles Charity concert boasts raffles, Radio Disney band
For the sixth year in a row, Smiles Charity has planned its free annual concert around Memorial Day weekend, a fitting date considering its musical event is the fundraising vehicle for building new homes for military veterans.
Largest master-planned community in Frisco prepares for rapid growth
At 957 acres, Phillips Creek Ranch boasts the title of largest master-planned community in Frisco, and development is just getting started.
Allen Area Patriots was among groups targeted by the IRS
The Allen Area Patriots, a local tea party group, was allegedly targeted by the IRS with an “intrusive” set of questions when it applied for tax-exempt status.
Man Gets 20 Years for McKinney Home Invasion
Peter Anthony Traylor, 25, of Arlington, was sentenced on Tuesday to 20 years in prison for invading the home of his McKinney mother-in-law and assaulting her with a hatchet, announced Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis.
Community blossoms with gardens: Locals see benefits of growing veggies
McKinney's sense of community is growing stronger thanks to small, shared gardens popping up on both sides of the city.
Dog days:City continues enhancement at Bonnie Wenk Park
Wondering what's going on with that new park near the intersection of Hardin Boulevard and Virginia Parkway? It's Bonnie Wenk Park, and Phase I of the project is nearly complete. Its first attraction, the dog park, opened late last month.
McKinney senior synchronized swim team performs for assisted-living residents
Step into the McKinney Senior Center pool on a given Tuesday afternoon, and you'll hear splashes, strokes and songs reminiscent of a movie score on water.
McKinney mayor, council member-elect stress continued focus on economic development
Randall (Randy) Pogue will become the newest McKinney City Council member Monday after being elected May 11 to one of two at-large seats.
Plano retailers ready to start carrying liquor
Less than a week after voters approved package liquor sales in the city of Plano, local beer and wine retailers are ready to expand their offerings, and are looking to do so as soon as possible.
Plano city staff seeking reversal of median left turn at Preston and Legacy
When the Plano City Council last discussed the controversial median left turn at Preston Road and Legacy Drive, the plan was to put the brakes on bringing the design to other city intersections but keep the existing intersection as it is.
Ray Wylie Hubbard to perform at Heritage Farmstead Museum in Plano
More than 40 years into the music business, and Texas legend Ray Wylie Hubbard is showing no signs of slowing down.
'The best thing that's ever happened to me': Innovative acid reflux surgery first of its kind in Metroplex
For Plano resident Holly McCool-Heimsath, living with acid reflux disease was a 28-year nightmare.
Investigation into LISD hacking turns up nothing: School board candidate accuses opponent, district officials of implicating her
A Collin County Sheriff's Department investigation into the alleged hacking of the Lovejoy ISD computer network has turned up no evidence a school district computer was compromised.
Exploring the possibilities: Students turn park enclosures into works of art
Christina Madera took in some sunshine at Stewarts Creek Park in The Colony on Saturday. Music playing loudly for inspiration, the art club sophomore at The Colony High School glided her paintbrush across her "canvas" carefully as boats passed by, catching a glimpse of her work.
Frisco student with rare condition gets Alaskan cruise dream granted by Make-A-Wish
Pioneer Heritage Middle School student Austin Rice was greeted by cheers of "surprise!" from his classmates Tuesday not because it was his birthday, but because his wish was being granted -- literally.
Wildflower! Arts and Music Festival offers weekend of headliner bands, family fun
It's that time of the year to venture out into music, arts and even the wildflowers still for Wildflower! Arts and Music Festival in Richardson.
Frisco ISD releases proposed 2013-2014 budget: No change planned from current tax rate
Frisco Independent School District unveiled its proposed budget for the upcoming school year at a regular board of trustees meeting Monday -- a budget that includes the same tax rate as the current year.
Man thrown from motorcycle dies
A man died after being thrown from his motorcycle Saturday afternoon in McKinney.
McKinney Relay For Life event raises $410K for cancer research
Area residents helped fund cancer research April 26 at the 12th annual Relay For Life of McKinney event, which netted more than $410,000 for the American Cancer Society, according to a release.
TAPS set to take over public transit in McKinney, rural Collin County
McKinney and rural Collin County will soon have a new public transportation provider.
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