The Fort Worth Star-Telegram, serving Fort Worth and Tarrant County, continues to operate under The McClatchy Company with a shifted print strategy that reduces physical delivery to three days a week—Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays—couriered via U.S. mail. Daily news now hinges on its digital platforms and mobile apps, which offer AI-generated summaries of reviewed newsroom articles. This move aligns with broader industry trends toward digital-first readership while preserving core local reporting through online channels.
In May 2026, the paper reported on a fatal backyard electrocution in Benbrook and monitored National Weather Service alerts for severe thunderstorms and heavy rain across North Texas during the Memorial Day weekend. Coverage remains focused on local safety, weather, governance, and growth, with editorials and opinion pieces emphasizing Fort Worth’s development and community concerns. The Star-Telegram continues to provide timely updates through its digital ecosystem, while maintaining journalistic standards in its online delivery.