local
The U.S. lags other countries in social media restrictions for kids, but a reform push is growing
By Kaitlyn Huamani and Barbara Ortutay | The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 28, 2026
· 7 min read
Amy Neville describes Kristin Bride as her “soulmate.” But the day that forged their bond — June 23, 2020 — was the worst of each of their lives.
Both Bride and Neville lost their teen sons that day. Their kids lived a thousand miles apart and never met, but they both died from harms related t...
Key takeaway ” But the day that forged their bond — June 23, 2020 — was the worst of each of their lives.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The growing momentum for social media reform has significant implications for families in Trophy Club , where parents are likely concerned about the online safety of their children. As the push for regulation simmers in Congress, local residents may be watching to see how potential legislation could impact the way tech companies operate in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The stories of Alexander Neville and Carson Bride, two teenagers who lost their lives due to online harms, serve as a stark reminder of the need for stronger safeguards. As the online child safety movement continues to gain traction, Trophy Club parents and community leaders may be inspired to get involved, advocating for local policies and initiatives that protect children from the dangers of social media. The establishment of Social Media Victims Remembrance Day also raises awareness about the importance of addressing online harms in local communities like Trophy Club.
About this story
Original reporting by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) . The Trophy Club surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: local ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 7 min
Get more The Trophy Club stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering local and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? Amy Neville describes Kristin Bride as her “soulmate.” But the day that forged their bond — June 23, 2020 — was the worst of each of their lives.
Both Bride and Neville lost their teen sons that day. Their kids lived a thousand miles apart and never met, but they both died from harms related t...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 28, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) and curated for The Trophy Club readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Kaitlyn Huamani and Barbara Ortutay | The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS). To learn more about how The Trophy Club selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more local coverage from The Trophy Club, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More local →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter