Denton Record-Chronicle

08/09/2026

Denton police are currently investigating a shooting that left two people dead on Sunday afternoon on North Bell Avenue near Woodland Street.

Denton police are investigating a shooting that left two people dead on Sunday afternoon in the 1900 block of North Bell Avenue near Woodland Street.

08/09/2026

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service‘s Healthy Lawns and Healthy Waters Program will host a residential rainwater harvesting and turf management training on Aug. 20 for Denton County.

08/09/2026

Lake Dallas begins a new era under head coach Jeremy Males this fall looking to recapture the energy from its storied run of success not long ago. The young Falcons will lean on their experienced spine defensively in pursuit of a playoff return.

Lake Dallas begins a new era under head coach Jeremy Males this fall looking to recapture the energy from its storied run of success not long ago. The young Falcons

08/09/2026

Denton City Council approved $10,000 to help develop a strategic plan for a proposed countywide mental health and jail diversion center. The 24/7 facility would offer an alternative for people facing low-level offenses and mental health challenges.

The Denton City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to provide $10,000 to support the development of a strategic plan by the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute, which is creating a pilot

08/08/2026

The second annual North Texas Indie Bookstore Crawl is officially underway, bringing together more than 30 local, independent bookstores (including The Plot Twist!) and the bookworms who frequent them. Here's what to know >>

The second annual North Texas Indie Bookstore Crawl is officially underway, bringing together more than 30 local, independent bookstores and the bookworms who frequent them.

08/08/2026

In just a few weeks, UNT will launch a brand-new Bachelor of Science in artificial intelligence program. While much of the program’s coursework utilizes existing courses, there are four new degree-specific AI courses, too.

In just a few weeks, the University of North Texas will launch a brand-new Bachelor of Science in artificial intelligence program. It joins a growing list of institutions to explore

08/08/2026

A defendant is set to face a murder trial Monday in Denton County in the stabbing, kidnapping and attempted burial of his aunt in 2024. Adrian Joe Padilla, 25, was indicted on charges of capital murder and tampering with physical evidence.

A defendant is set to face a murder trial Monday in Denton County in the stabbing, kidnapping and attempted burial of his aunt in 2024.

08/08/2026

The Mean Green will hit the field for a scrimmage today. It'll be a key workout for a host of UNT players in contention for starting jobs, including safety Taye Seymore. Here's more on Seymore, plus a video chat with DC Matt Powledge.

Taye Seymore has a grasp of what it takes to excel at the top levels of college football, not only as a team but also individually after making stops at

08/07/2026

President Donald Trump this week criticized Texas for being anti-data centers, just days after Republican Gov. Greg Abbott paused industry-wide approvals until the companies provide the state with more information on things like power and water use.

President Donald Trump this week criticized Texas for being anti-data centers, just days after Republican Gov. Greg Abbott paused industry-wide approvals until the companies provide the state with more information

08/07/2026

Sanger isn't satisfied with the success it had last year, which featured its first playoff appearance since 2022 and first playoff win in a decade. Behind an experienced group, the Indians have set sights on their first district title since 1999.

Sanger isn't satisfied with the success it had last year, which featured its first playoff appearance since 2022 and first playoff win in a decade. Behind an experienced group, the