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Fort Worth police received a report about the missing dog around 12:40 p.m. on Sunday. FORT WORTH, Texas — For many children, the holiday season is a time of joy and excitement. But for 7-year-old Gabino Torres, it wasn’t the gifts under the tree that brought him happiness this December, but a reunion with his … Read more

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — It’s the time of year when stores are making a killing on candy canes. But how did the sweet treat become such a holiday staple and get its iconic look? While candy canes were first documented in the United States in 1847, the National Confectioners Association said the candy didn’t actually catch … Read more

The decline of logging and mining nearly spelled the end for Leavenworth, Washington. But the town’s reinvention as a Bavarian mountain village now draws millions. LEAVENWORTH, Wash. — The scent of bratwurst and pretzels filled the air as horses clopped down the main street, hauling a carriage full of tourists. Nestled in her mother’s arms, … Read more

Houston still reigns supreme as the biggest city in the Lone Star State, but Austin’s growth continues to slow down. AUSTIN, Texas — Austin has been usurped as the fourth-largest city in Texas. New data shows that Fort Worth has taken over the fourth spot as both cities race to a population of 1 million. … Read more

As the holidays run on different calendars, 2005 was the last time the Chrismukkah. The next time won’t be until 2035. BOISE, Idaho — For the first time in nearly two decades, two major holidays have to share the date. In 2024, Christmas and the first night of Hanukkah will fall on the same day, … Read more

Benjamin Roth was on the sidelines pre-game in Chicago when a man collapsed. Roth knew exactly what to do. CHICAGO — Benjamin Roth hoped for two definitive wins this past Sunday when his beloved Detroit Lions faced the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. But he says there is still a lesson for all of us … Read more