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Arlington Finalizes FIFA 2026 Agreement: 9 Matches and $2 Billion Economic Surge Expected
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ARLINGTON, Texas — On February 24, 2026, the Arlington City Council approved a landmark resolution to execute an event agreement with the North Texas FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee. This formalizes the operational and financial blueprint for hosting nine matches at AT&T Stadium—the most of any host venue in...
Bicyclist Passes Away Following Collision with Arlington ISD School Bus on I-20 Frontage Road
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ARLINGTON, Texas — The Arlington community is mourning the loss of William Roberts, 67, who has died following a collision with an Arlington ISD school bus last week. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, Feb. 18, took place in a heavily trafficked area currently undergoing significant infrastructure changes. Collision Details...
Lincoln Square to Reborn as “Anthem”: $100 Million Reinvestment Set for 2026
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ARLINGTON, Texas — One of Arlington’s most iconic retail landmarks is officially moving toward a new era. The Arlington City Council and the Arlington Economic Development Corporation (EDC) have greenlit an incentive agreement with Trademark Property Co. to transform the 40-year-old Lincoln Square into Anthem, a modern mixed-use destination. Located...
Arlington Community Mourns 14-Year-Old Martin High Student Following Tragic Shooting
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ARLINGTON, Texas — A wave of heartbreak has swept through west Arlington as the community mourns the loss of Riley Jordan, a 14-year-old freshman at Martin High School. Following a tragic shooting on Friday night, new details have emerged regarding the circumstances of the incident, leading to a manslaughter...
Six Flags Over Texas Launches Historic 65th Anniversary Season with Record-Breaking Giga Coaster
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ARLINGTON, Texas — The "original" Six Flags park is set to kick off a milestone year on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. Celebrating 65 years as a leader in global theme park entertainment, Six Flags Over Texas has announced a multimillion-dollar reinvestment strategy that blends nostalgic tributes with cutting-edge thrill...
Flip the Pitch: Arlington’s 2026 Reverse Trade Show Opens Doors for Local Vendors
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ARLINGTON, Texas — Small business owners and local contractors are being handed a rare opportunity to bypass the typical red tape of government procurement. On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, the City of Arlington will host its annual Reverse Trade Show at the Bob Duncan Center. Unlike a traditional trade show...
Arlington ISD Trustees Call for $501 Million Bond Election This May
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ARLINGTON, Texas — The future of Arlington’s classrooms and stadiums rests in the hands of voters this spring. On February 5, the Arlington ISD Board of Trustees officially called for a $501.2 million bond election to be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026. This isn't just a maintenance plan; it...
Texas Health Resources Among Top 100 Employers in America for 2026
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ARLINGTON, Texas — Forbes has released its highly anticipated "America’s Best Large Employers" list for 2026, and North Texas has once again proven to be a powerhouse for corporate culture. Leading the local charge is Arlington-based Texas Health Resources, which secured its place among the top 100 companies in...
‘Me-Wow:’ Arlington’s Viral ‘Cat House’ Estate Sale Becomes a Sanctuary for Healing
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ARLINGTON, Texas — In a quiet North Arlington neighborhood, a modest single-story home has become a viral sensation, drawing crowds from across North Texas. Known as the “Crazy Cat Lady Purrrge,” the estate sale features thousands of feline-themed items, but for the man running the sale, the experience has...
Arlington Man Receives 40-Year Sentence in Retrial for 2019 Smothering Death of Wife
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ARLINGTON, Texas — A Tarrant County jury has sentenced Tareq Alkayyali, 43, to 40 years in prison for the May 2019 murder of his wife, Wasam Moussa. The verdict, delivered Friday in the 396th District Court, adds 17 years to the original sentence Alkayyali received during his first trial...