Denton – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (2024)

FEMA opens disaster resource center in Denton County

The federal government is now accepting applications for disaster assistance from storm victims across several North Texas counties.

DentonMay 27, 2024 1:14 pm

Pilot walks away after gear collapses after landing at Denton Enterprise

The pilot of a single-engine Beechcraft Sundowner is OK after a rough landing at Denton Enterprise Airport on Monday.

DentonMay 22, 2024 10:30 pm

Family goes viral for restaurant ‘hacks'

A frugal family from North Texas is getting attention for their restaurant “hacks” to feed a family of six on a budget. Their viral videos have sparked outrage, but the family is unfazed by the controversy. NBC 5’s Meredith Yeomans has more.

DentonMay 23, 2024 10:13 am

Denton County family goes viral for sharing money-saving restaurant ‘hacks'

Their viral videos posted to TikTok explaining how to feed a family of six on the cheap have been seen by millions.

Education Headlines: Plano ISD and Denton ISD budget concerns and a Heimlich maneuver

Plano ISD has named the four schools it plans to close next year, while another district is freezing position due to budget issues. NBC 5 education reporter Wayne Carter has those headlines plus a teacher who saved a student during lunch.

KELLERMay 20, 2024 10:28 pm

Keller teen becomes youngest graduate at Texas Women's University

Hana Taylor Schlitz, a 16-year-old, recently became the youngest Texas Woman’s University graduate, making history. NBC 5’s Allie Spillyards has more.

Girl, 16, who battled tuberculosis, becomes youngest graduate at Texas Woman's University

On a day all about celebrating academic achievement, in a sea of graduates, there are some whose accomplishments rise above the crowd.

DentonMay 20, 2024 5:30 pm

Noise complaints against Denton business

A kitchen in southeast Denton is catching some heat for noise complaints and large crowds. Police confirm they’re frequently called to the business located off Robertson Street. Alicia Barrera spoke to the owners who say they’ve never been cited and they’re playing by the rules.

DentonMay 14, 2024 11:41 pm

Parents confront Denton ISD board members after adult attacks student in bullying incident

Denton Independent School Board members were unexpectedly addressed by students and parents with concerns about bullying during Tuesday’s regular meeting following a violent incident on a school bus last month.

DentonMay 14, 2024 11:38 pm

Denton ISD students, parents discuss bullying during public meeting

Parents and students raised concerns of bullying during Denton Independent School District’s agenda meeting on Tuesday.

DentonMay 8, 2024 6:08 pm

DFW area ‘Take a Plant, Leave a Plant' shares love of gardening

Gardening is good for your yard and your soul but it can be tough on your budget. What if we told you there’s a place where plants are free?

DentonMay 8, 2024 6:03 pm

Enjoying the love of gardening with Denton's ‘Take a Plant, Leave a Plant'

Gardening is good for your yard and your soul but it can be tough on your budget. What if we told you there’s a place where plants are free? NBC 5’s Noelle Walker has the story.

DentonMay 5, 2024 1:55 pm

Automobile auction facility catches on fire again, less than 6 months apart

A total of 45 cars were involved in the fire.

It’s a big weekend with the Mayfest and the Kentucky Derby converging with Star Wars Day and Cinco de Mayo — and don’t forget to vote on May 4. We looked around and collected a few events you might want to check out in North Texas this weekend after you cast your ballot!

DentonMay 1, 2024 12:31 pm

Dazzle your tastebuds with Goldenroot Gingerbeer

Enjoy handcrafted ginger deliciousness from Denton’s own Goldenroot Gingerbeer.

texasApril 30, 2024 10:17 pm

North Texans react to Biden's reclassification of marijuana

The Biden administration plans to reclassify marijuana, moving it from a Schedule I drug to the same legal category as Tylenol with codeine. NBC News reports on this historic change in federal regulation. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard covers a NorthTexas community fighting for increased access to marijuana despite opposition.

North Texas advocates, opponents react to potential easing of federal marijuana restrictions

NBC News reports the Biden Administration is proposing to reclassify the drug from its current Schedule I controlled substance designation alongside LSD and heroin, down to Schedule III.

UNTApril 30, 2024 6:24 pm

pro-Palestinian protestors walk out at University of North Texas

Tension is rising on college campuses nationwide over the Israel-Hamas war. Students at the University of North Texas walked out of class Tuesday as part of a pro-Palestinian demonstration. There was concern it could escalate. NBC 5’s Phil Prazan shows what happened.

UNT students join growing number of pro-Palestinian demonstrations at US colleges

Students at the University of North Texas in Denton Phil walked out of class Tuesday to take part in a pro-Palestinian demonstration.

DallasNews.com/Food writer Sarah Blaskovich dishes about a noteworthy milestone for Nick & Sam’s Steakhouse in Dallas, the collapse of Chicago-based Foxtrot and Tim Horton’s plans to expand.