Fort Worth Star-Telegram

2 days ago | star-telegram.com | Brayden Garcia

You're running late to work and can't afford to be tardy again, so you push the accelerator down a little harder than normal. The posted speed limit may say 70 mph, but that just doesn't work for you. So, you keep pushing down and finally you're at 80 mph, a whole 10 mph over the speed limit. As you pass fellow Texans on the road, a thought pops in your mind: "Is this legal? Can I drive 10 mph over the speed limit?" Here's what Texas law says about being double digits over the posted speed limit.

2 days ago | star-telegram.com | Neil Sperry

There's a traffic jam in the driveway - great plants freshly home from the garden center, all awaiting a chance to prove their merit in your very own landscape. This is their prime time. Let me pick out one of the favorites and spend a few moments talking about it. Hydrangeas. Everybody loves this potted plant/shade plant for the landscape.

3 days ago | star-telegram.com | Jake Harris

It's almost summertime in Texas, and you know what that means - it's hot dog season. There's no shortage of fine places to find some franks around Fort Worth, but we want to know: Where can you find the best hot dog? Maybe you're a purist and only eat hot dogs at the ballpark, or maybe you're a fan of the $1.50 Costco special. Or maybe your favorite bar has their own take on a hot dog that's too good to pass up. Whatever it is, we want to hear. Fill out the nomination form below with your top pick.

3 days ago | star-telegram.com | Brayden Garcia

A storied Fort Worth steakhouse is getting a face lift courtesy of "Landman" co-creator Taylor Sheridan. Cattlemen's Steak House (2458 N. Main St.) has had a series of multimillion-dollar renovations over the past few months, according to a restaurant news release this week. The Stockyards staple has been serving steaks since 1947. A few of the renovations include new bar, dining and event spaces, along with an outdoor patio and live music stage encompassing nearly 21,000 square feet.

3 days ago | star-telegram.com | Mac Engel

On June 8, 2009, Matt Carpenter played his final game for TCU, and he figured the final out concluded his career as a baseball player. He had not hired an agent. He had not talked to a scout. He had earned his degree. He was 24. He was set to pursue a career coaching college baseball. It's June 2025, and Carpenter recently announced his retirement after his 14-year career in the major leagues. He lives in Fort Worth with his wife and their two young children.