Monday, June 1, 2026
BREAKING NEWS
Fort Worth Mourns Passing of Gyna Bivens.
Gyna Bivens, a longtime Fort Worth City Council member and former Mayor Pro Tem, has died at age 71. She represented District 5 from 2013 to 2025 and was widely known as a strong advocate for Southeast Fort Worth and historically underserved neighborhoods.
Benbrook Planning and Zoning Commission Sets 2026 Focus at Feb. 12 Work Session.
Benbrook residents interested in the city’s growth and long-range planning have a chance to listen in and learn more this week as the Planning and Zoning Commission meets for a work session on Thursday, February 12.
Benbrook City Council Unanimously Denies Rowan Ranch Rezoning Request.
Benbrook City Council met Monday night, January 15, and moved through a full agenda, including a packed public hearing on a proposed rezoning request for Rowan Ranch.
Benbrook Celebrates Mayor Jason Ward.
Benbrook is taking a moment to celebrate a familiar face at the heart of the city.
TEA Issues New Guidance on Student Walkouts and School Day Protests.
The Texas Education Agency has released new guidance on how public schools should handle student walkouts, absences, and political activism during the school day.
Benbrook Firefighters with 385 Calls.
The Benbrook Fire Department may have shared its monthly numbers a little later than usual, but the story behind them is worth the wait.
Where Benbrook Residents Can Renew Handicap Placards.
A common question arose this week among Benbrook residents seeking to renew a handicap placard or plate. The short answer is yes, it can be renewed locally, just not at City Hall.
Benbrook Traffic Debate Rekindles Calls for a Highway Bypass.
A familiar frustration resurfaced this week as Benbrook residents debated whether the city needs a true bypass connecting US Highway S 377 to I-20, especially as growth continues south toward Granbury.
Democrat Wins Tarrant County Senate Runoff in Surprise Result.
A state Senate runoff in Tarrant County delivered an unexpected outcome Saturday, with Democrat Taylor Rehmet winning a traditionally conservative seat by a wide margin.
Benbrook City Council Sets February 5 Agenda With Planning, Finance, and Public Input.
The Benbrook City Council will meet on Thursday, February 5, at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 911 Winscott Road.
