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98.7 The BombThe Hidden Horrors of Texas’ Deadliest County JailSince 2017, there have been 65 in-custody inmate deaths at the Tarrant County Jail. There have been seven deaths in the year 2024 to date. The most recent death was reported on just last Friday, July 12. These deaths have come from suicides, overdoses, and fatal encounters with jail staff....

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WFAAPastor booted from Tarrant County Commissioners Court after public commentFORT WORTH, Texas — When Fort Worth Pastor Ryon Price spoke at Tarrant County Commissioner's Court on July 2nd, he had no idea it would land him in hot water. He is a regular who signs up for public comment. But this time, Pastor Price went 8 seconds over the three-minute limit. That led to him being held in contempt of court.

Fort Worth, TX1 day ago

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth

Tarrant County Jail medical director under fire for baby deathNew court documents allege that new evidence shows the medical director of the Tarrant County Jail didn't act to prevent the death of a former inmate's baby, who was born in the jail. A judge had dismissed the case filed by Chasity Congious and her guardian against Dr. Aaron Ivy...

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Texas residents blame private water company for hydrant problemsTARRANT COUNTY, Texas — Residents of a gated community about half an hour northwest of downtown Fort Worth feel they got less than they bargained for when they bought their homes. Their most ardent complaint: there’s not enough water. Amanda Jones and her family spent last week splashing...

Fort Worth, TX20 hours ago

Fort Worth StarTelegramTeen arrested in Saginaw shooting in June that left Uber driver critically injuredPolice determined the shooting was an isolated incident and one of the passengers in the Uber was the intended target.

Saginaw, TX13 hours ago

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Tarrant County cuts ties with youth justice program over perceived political stancesTarrant County won’t renew its contract with a youth justice nonprofit because of concerns over initiatives the program mentions on its website. The county’s juvenile board voted Wednesday not to renew its contract with Youth Advocate Programs, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram first reported. Tarrant County has partnered with the local branch of the Pennsylvania-based, nonpartisan nonprofit since 1992.

Fort Worth, TX1 day ago

Fort Worth StarTelegramYearlong Tarrant meeting ban for talking 8 seconds too long: Care to explain, Sheriff? | OpinionIf county leaders want to strictly enforce public-comment limits at Commissioners Court meetings, here’s what they must be mindful of. | Opinion

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Fort Worth StarTelegramTAD will consider freezing residential property values, 5% cap on home appraisalsNewly elected candidates might deliver on campaign promises at next meeting.

Arlington, TX1 day ago

102.5 KISS FMThe Hidden Horrors of Texas’ Deadliest County JailSince 2017, there have been 65 in-custody inmate deaths at the Tarrant County Jail. There have been seven deaths in the year 2024 to date. The most recent death was reported on just last Friday, July 12. These deaths have come from suicides, overdoses, and fatal encounters with jail staff....

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Fort Worth StarTelegramDriver sentenced for street-racing crash that killed 3 on Texas 183 near Fort WorthNelson Ramirez, who was 19 at the time of the accident, was driving 93 mph in a 40-mph zone when he struck and killed three people, including a 17-year old girl.

Fort Worth, TX2 days ago

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