Hit-and-run tragedy, robbery arrests, and steady job growth in DFW - Fort Worth Local Pulse 12/27/2024

Good morning, this is Fort Worth Local Pulse for December 27, 2024. We start with some breaking news from the past few days. A family in McKinney is mourning the loss of their 14-year-old son who was killed in a hit-and-run crash while riding his bike. The family is calling for the driver to come forward and face justice[1][4]. In other news, Fort Worth police have charged a man accused of robbing five corner stores in less than two months. This comes as a relief to local business owners who have been on high alert following the string of robberies[4]. Moving on to the job market, Dallas-Fort Worth has seen steady employment growth, adding around 75,000 jobs in the past year, with a growth rate of 1.7% compared to the national rate of 1.3%[2][5]. While there haven't been any major hiring announcements recently, this steady growth is a positive sign for the local economy. In real estate, there haven't been any notable commercial or residential property sales in the past few days, but we do have some updates on holiday trash and recycling collections. The City of Fort Worth has announced that residents will be allowed additional bags of trash following Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, and there are specific guidelines for disposing of Christmas trees depending on what they're made of[3]. From City Hall, most offices, including City Hall, were closed on Christmas Day, but emergency services remained available. The city has also announced New Year’s holiday closures for City services and facilities, including adjustments in garbage collections, emergency services, animal care, libraries, and more[3]. Weather-wise, today is expected to be cloudy and breezy, with rain chances ahead. This might impact outdoor activities and events, so it's a good idea to check the forecast before heading out[1]. In new business activity, there haven't been any major openings or closings recently, but we do have some community events to look forward to. The Amon Carter Museum of American Art has introduced the 2025 Carter Community Artists, and there's still time to enjoy ice skating in the Stockyards, which runs until January 5[3]. In local school achievements, Hebron High School students have shared their secrets to succeeding in Advanced Chemistry, offering valuable insights for students looking to excel in the subject[1]. On a feel-good note, a Fort Worth couple celebrated their 75-year marriage, a truly inspiring story of love and commitment[1]. Finally, in our crime report, Fort Worth police have made an arrest in a 30-year-old kidnapping and sexual assault cold case in Plano, bringing closure to the victim's family[1]. Additionally, police in North Richland Hills arrested four teenagers after a homeowner found them inside the house with a gun[4]. This has been Fort Worth Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.