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New $1.5 Billion Master-Planned Community Meraki Breaks Ground in Forney

Forney continues to see significant growth as Tellus Group, the developer behind major projects like Windsong Ranch, announced the official builder lineup for its newest venture. Meraki, a sprawling 1,079-acre master-planned community, is taking shape off Highway 80 and Route 548, marking a major in...

Terrell Man Arrested on Multiple Charges Following Weekend Incident

Johnny Paolo Molina, 35, of Terrell was arrested by the Terrell Police Department on charges of driving while intoxicated with an open alcohol container, as well as multiple counts of criminal trespass and failing to identify as a fugitive. According to jail records, the arrest took place following ...

Road to Glory: Forney Lady Jackrabbits Set for UIL 6A State Championship Showdown

The Forney March 2026 Housing Report- Market Cools Off, Rents and Sales Prices Fall

Forney Police Assist in Arrest of Fort Worth Aggravated Assault Suspect

Yahaneisha Camille Taylor, 34, of Forney, was arrested on April 4, 2026, by the Forney Police Department on an outstanding charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The arrest was made in connection with an incident occurring on April 3, 2026, according to official jail records.The warrant ...

Forney Police Assist in Arrest of Fort Worth Retail Theft Suspect

Jessica Sharp, 34, of Fort Worth, was arrested on April 4, 2026, on a charge of organized retail theft valued between $2,500 and $30,000. The arrest was made by the Forney Police Department. According to jail records, the offense took place on April 3, 2026, and the warrant for the arrest was issued...

Forney Resident Arrested on Aggravated Assault Charge

Matthew Narodowg, 20, of Forney was arrested by the Forney Police Department on April 4, 2026, on a felony charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. According to arrest records, the incident leading to the charge occurred on April 3, 2026.Following the investigation by the Forney Police Dep...

Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office Arrests 31-Year-Old on Child Solicitation Charge

Napoleon Okwudili Onyeje Jr., 31, of Kaufman, was arrested early Saturday morning on a felony charge involving the alleged online solicitation of a minor for sexual conduct. The arrest was made by the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office.According to jail records, Onyeje was taken into custody on April 4...

Crandall Man Arrested Following Aggravated Assault Investigation

Phillip Nolan Bullard, 49, of Crandall, was arrested early Saturday morning on charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The arrest was made by the Crandall Police Department following an incident reported on April 3, 2026. According to jail records, Bullard was taken into custody and subs...

Forney Defeats No. 1 Southlake Carroll to Clinch Historic State Championship Berth

Federal Conviction and Local Booking: Byron Leonel Flowers Taken into Custody

Byron Leonel Flowers, 35, of Dallas, was arrested on April 2, 2026, by the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office following a federal court order. Flowers, who was recently adjudged guilty in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas, is currently being held in the Kaufman County ...

New Executive Order Targets Voter Citizenship Verification; Legal Challenge Filed

A new directive from the White House regarding federal election procedures has triggered an immediate legal challenge, setting the stage for another high-stakes courtroom battle over the balance of power between federal and state governments.On March 31, 2026, President Donald Trump signed an execut...