Wednesday, September 16, 2026
BREAKING NEWS
Fort Worth Memorial Tower Climb Honors 9/11 Heroes.
Downtown Fort Worth will host a powerful tribute tomorrow morning, Saturday, September 13, as first responders gather for the annual Memorial Tower Climb at the Bank of America Tower, 301 Commerce Street.
Benbrook Police and Fire Face Off in “Guns & Hoses” Showdown.
Benbrook’s finest are trading in sirens and firehoses for bats and gloves tonight at Duth Branch Park.
Charges Filed in Deadly Highway 1187 Crash.
The Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office has filed charges against Orbin Zelaya Aguilar in connection with a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 1187 that left four people dead, including an unborn child. The collision occurred around 8:20 p.m. on September 1 in the 8700 block of the highway.
Derrick Varnell Brings Education Advocacy to Benbrook City Council Race.
As Benbrook prepares for upcoming elections, residents are getting to know the candidates vying for City Council Place 7. Among them is Derrick Varnell, a longtime advocate for education and parental involvement in schools.
9/11: Twenty-Four Years Later.
Today marks twenty-four years since the morning our nation was forever changed. September 11, 2001, is etched into our collective memory, not only for the loss and heartbreak but also for the resilience and unity that followed.
South Benbrook Residents Raise Alarms Over Trinity Estates Flood Risks.
BENBROOK, TX – Concerns continue to mount over the Trinity Estates Phase 3 development after a September 5 community meeting between city officials, residents, and council candidates. Longtime resident Greg Clem and others are calling for the Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) process to be paused, citing safety, environmental, and regulatory issues that remain…
Tarrant County Voters Urged to Cast Ballots Early.
Election Day is coming on November 4, but with dozens of polling places recently removed across Tarrant County, voters are being warned to expect longer lines and crowded locations. The best way to avoid the wait is to take advantage of early voting.
Benbrook Economic Development Board to Discuss Growth Projects and Property Deals.
The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) meets Monday, September 15, at 7 pm in the City Council Chambers at 911 Winscott Road. A work session begins earlier at 6:30 pm in the Central Conference Room.
Permit Details Raise Red Flags for Trinity Estates Development.
New details from Benbrook’s Floodplain Development Permit for Trinity Estates Phase 3 are sparking concern among residents who live near the project site.
Local Options for Monthly Meetups.
A group of Benbrook women looking for space to host monthly gatherings has sparked a useful conversation about venues in and around the community. The goal is to find a private room that can comfortably fit 10 to 15 people during morning or afternoon hours.
