Denton Police Log: Arrests, Theft, and Gunshot Reports
Denton police documented a robbery arrest, a purse snatching, a burglary, and a gunshot investigation in reports from July 6 to 12.
Zane BoydJuly 15, 20262 min read
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Denton Gas Prices Ease to $3.3390 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 14, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.3390 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and below the Texas average.
Zane BoydJuly 14, 20261 min read
DoorDash Production Filmed in Denton for College Football Ad
A commercial production for DoorDash took place in Denton, featuring a college-themed concept timed for the upcoming fall football season.
Zane BoydJuly 14, 20261 min read
150 Texas University Staff Face Allegations Over Journalism Conference
Nearly 150 employees at Texas universities are set to attend a journalism event that has been accused of breaking state regulations.
Jubal NashJuly 13, 20261 min read
New AI App Launched for Parents by Denton County Counselor
A free AI-powered application has been introduced to assist parents with health inquiries.
Zane BoydJuly 13, 20261 min read
Texas Files Lawsuit Against Roofer Amidst Nearly $500,000 in Victim Losses
The state of Texas has initiated legal action against a roofing company as victims report losses approaching $500,000.
Zane BoydJuly 13, 20261 min read
DFW Road Work Scheduled from July 13th to July 19th
Road work is planned in the DFW area from July 13th through July 19th.
Zane BoydJuly 13, 20261 min read
Denton Downtown Roads Closed Monday
Road closures are scheduled for the downtown Denton area on Monday, affecting traffic during morning and afternoon hours.
Zane BoydJuly 13, 20261 min read
First North Texas West Nile Case Confirmed in Denton
Health officials have confirmed a Denton resident is the first person in North Texas diagnosed with West Nile virus this year.
Zane BoydJuly 13, 20261 min read
Denton Gas Prices Nudge Lower to $3.3660 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 13, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.3660 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and below the Texas average.
Zane BoydJuly 13, 20261 min read
Denton families seek school supply donations; details pending
A Denton Record-Chronicle report notes that some local families require assistance with school supplies and indicates that donation information is available.
Zane BoydJuly 13, 20261 min read
Denton Mayor Chris Watts Reflects on Narrow Election Win
Denton Mayor Chris Watts acknowledges his re-election by a margin of just 52 votes and outlines his commitment to civility and transparency in his July 2026 column.
Isabel AbbottJuly 12, 20262 min read
Denton Gas Prices Nudge Lower to $3.3760 as Monthly Costs Ease — July 12, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.3760 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and below the Texas average.
Zane BoydJuly 12, 20261 min read
Denton Gas Prices Nudge Lower to $3.3900 as Monthly Costs Ease — July 11, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.3900 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and below the Texas average.
Zane BoydJuly 11, 20261 min read
7/4-7/11 Denton Real Estate Report: 643 Listings, Sale Price Down 2.4%
Zillow counted 643 Denton, TX homes for sale as of June 30, 2026, while Redfin reported 410 homes sold in May 2026 and a median sale price of $384,722.
Zane BoydJuly 11, 20262 min read
Denton residents urged to attend town hall on AI data centers
Political groups are hosting a town hall in Denton to discuss opposition to artificial intelligence data centers, inviting community members to attend.
Zane BoydJuly 10, 20261 min read
Denton County Confirms First Human West Nile Virus Case
Denton County Public Health officials confirmed the first human case of West Nile Virus this season, alongside rising positive mosquito trap counts in several local communities.
Zane BoydJuly 10, 20261 min read
Denton Gas Prices Tick Up to $3.4000 as Monthly Costs Ease — July 10, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.4000 in the Dallas area, up from yesterday, up from last week and below the Texas average.
Zane BoydJuly 10, 20261 min read
Denton Gas Prices Climb to $3.3790 as Monthly Costs Ease — July 9, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.3790 in the Dallas area, up from yesterday, up from last week and below the Texas average.
Zane BoydJuly 9, 20261 min read
Denton Noon Kiwanis July 4 Event Raises Funds
The Denton Noon Kiwanis club held a July 4 celebration that generated proceeds for community support.
Zane BoydJuly 9, 20261 min read
Denton Gas Prices Climb to $3.2910 as Monthly Costs Ease — July 8, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.2910 in the Dallas area, up from yesterday, up from last week and below the Texas average.
Zane BoydJuly 8, 20261 min read