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Forney ISD Addresses Planned Student Walk-Out: A Message to Parents

Kaufman County Jury Convicts Local Man of Family Violence Assault

A Kaufman County jury has found Areon Lashun Nichols, 22, guilty of Assault Family Violence – Impeding Breath, a third-degree felony. The verdict was delivered following a two-day trial in the 422nd District Court of Kaufman County, presided over by the Honorable Judge Shelton Gibbs.The charges agai...

Kaufman County GOP Primary: A Closer Look at the Race for County Court at Law No. 2

Forney and North Forney High School Students Rally Against ICE Actions

In a powerful display of solidarity, students from Forney and North Forney high schools left their classrooms on Thursday, protesting the ongoing actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the broader immigration crackdown affecting communities across the nation. This walkout, which dr...

Shooting Incident on Stonewall Drive Leaves Woman Critically Injured; Husband Charged

On Monday, February 2, 2026, at approximately 7:00 p.m., deputies from the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a shooting in the 4000 block of Stonewall Drive, a residential area in Forney, Texas.Upon arrival at the scene, deputies discovered an adult female inside the residence...

Celebrate Texas Independence Day with a Free Concert and Community Fun

The Texas Independence Day Concert is set to be a lively celebration of our state's rich heritage, featuring live music, food, and drinks. This free event invites residents and visitors alike to come together for a day of entertainment and community spirit.Mark your calendars for Saturday, February ...

Kaufman County Sheriff’s Detention Facility Achieves Remarkable Inspection Success

In a significant achievement for law enforcement in Kaufman County, the Sheriff’s Detention Facility has successfully completed its annual inspection, meeting all 600+ requirements set forth by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards. This accomplishment not only ensures the facility’s state certific...

Teen Injured in Sledding Accident in Elmo, Texas

An 18-year-old was injured in a sledding accident on Monday afternoon in Elmo, a community located just east of Terrell in Kaufman County. The incident occurred off Farm-to-Market Road 2728, near Interstate 20, as reported by the Elmo Fire Department.In response to the accident, a medical helicopter...

Forney Eighth Grader Shines on National Stage at US Youth Soccer Tournament

While many eighth graders took advantage of the weekend to catch up on rest, one remarkable student from Themer Middle School was busy making her mark on a national stage in Orlando, Florida.Katie Foster, the daughter of Olga and David Foster, represented Forney at the US Youth Soccer Olympic Develo...

H-E-B's Grand Opening in Forney Delayed Due to Winter Weather

Tragic Collision in Forney Leaves One Dead, Several Injured Following High-Speed Chase

Late on the night of January 19, 2026, a routine traffic stop turned into a catastrophic incident on FM 548. At approximately 11:30 PM, a deputy from Precinct 2 attempted to pull over a vehicle that was detected traveling at over 100 mph. Before the deputy could successfully initiate the stop, the s...

AI and Criminal Cases: Forney Lawyer Explains How LLMs Are Changing Defense Work in 2026