McKinney is about 7 miles west of Princeton.
McKinney police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Thursday night at an apartment complex in the city. Authorities confirmed that a 19-year-old man died as a result of the incident.
In a separate tragedy, the North Texas cycling community is mourning the death of a Paralympic gold medalist. The cyclist, identified as Dory Selinger, was killed after being struck by a vehicle while riding in McKinney. Family members, friends, and fellow athletes are remembering the decorated athlete, who was known for his perseverance and success on the world stage. The crash occurred during what was described as a routine morning ride.
On the regulatory front, the City of McKinney has opened registration for short-term rentals. The city mandates annual registration for all short-term rental properties within its limits. Officials state that this process is designed to identify the existence, location, ownership, management, and designated contacts for these properties. A short-term rental is defined as a house, apartment, room, or any other type of accommodation rented for a brief period.
In other local developments, the McKinney Independent School District is facing a lawsuit regarding the alleged sexual assault of a 14-year-old student by an athletic trainer. The lawsuit accuses the suspect of luring the child from school grounds on multiple occasions. Questions remain regarding the suspect’s ability to work while the case proceeds.
Additionally, a McKinney teacher reports that her husband was detained during an Immigration and Customs Enforcement appointment and subsequently transferred to a facility in Mississippi without notice. Records confirm the transfer, though ICE has not responded to inquiries about the move. The teacher is now fighting to bring her husband home.
Construction is also advancing at McKinney National Airport, where a new passenger terminal is taking shape. City leaders and the first airline carrier set to provide commercial air travel toured the construction site. The city expects the expansion to facilitate future commercial flights.
