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NOAA reported the nation experienced its hottest summer on record, with nationwide averages reaching 74.4°F between June and August and record-setting August temperatures amid expanding drought and wildfires in Western states.

Denton residents may notice similar high temperatures and dry conditions continuing into the fall.

Denton County counselor Dr. Sophia Thomas, a 9/11 survivor, will launch her memoir 92 Reasons: A Journey of Faith this Friday (Sept.

11) to share her personal experience with the community.

On Tuesday, Denton reported its first neuroinvasive West Nile virus case, marking the fourth case in the county this year.

University President Harrison Keller announced a new college today using a $20 million gift to create the Anuradha and Vikas Sinha College of Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Analytics at UNT.

The college will join the Look North: UNT 2030 plan with Kinshuk as dean (offering fresh opportunities across various fields).

UNT professor Jehanne Dubrow released her book 'Frivolity: A Defense' yesterday in an NTX Now interview, explaining that pursuits like fashion and theater can blend serious ideas with playful moments (a view she offers to prompt a rethink of what is trivial).

Local nonprofits say city rules have blocked their efforts to offer more hydration and shelter to Denton’s homeless.

A young person seeking shelter Tuesday added urgency to calls for change in current policies.

Gas prices have surged ahead of Labor Day, with diesel nearly reaching record levels according to AAA—higher crude oil costs and international tensions driving the hike that may affect Denton consumers and local businesses.

North Central Texas College will close its Flower Mound campus on Parker Square by Aug.

31 following the summer term next year as part of a resource realignment. Students can finish courses at other local centers + online while staff face potential reassignments.