Dallas police response times increased by one minute, chief says
A city council that has been divided about their support of the city manager was unified Wednesday in their support of the Dallas police chief and his leadership style of the department. But the police department is not without its challenges.
Dallas City Council briefed on security measures at Dallas-area school districts
The Dallas Police Department is meeting with Dallas-area school districts to improve plans for campus security in the event of an active shooter.
Tony Timpa Case: Supreme Court says wrongful death lawsuit against Dallas officers can go forward
The Supreme Court upheld a federal appeals court's ruling that will allow Tony Timpa's wrongful death lawsuit to proceed against the city of Dallas and four police officers.
Dallas officer arrested for DWI on Memorial Day
A Dallas police officer is facing charges for allegedly drinking and driving in Collin County on Memorial Day.
New details released about Dallas police officer arrested for child sex assault
Police records show that the latest alleged sexual assault victim of a Dallas Police Department officer was 14 years old at the time and someone he met through his job as a cop.
Dallas police officer arrested for child sex assault... again
Dallas Officer Tyrone Williams was arrested for the second time in less than a year on charges that he sexually assaulted a child.
Fallen officers honored during National Police Week
Dallas police paused Tuesday to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice protecting others. It's just one of several events across the country this week for National Police Week.
3 officers indicted on charges related to George Floyd protests in Dallas
Two Dallas Police Department officers and one Garland Police Department officer have been indicted on charges related to the police response to protests in Dallas following the death of George Floyd in 2020.
Former Dallas officer sues detective who accused him of murder
Last year, Bryan Riser was fired from the Dallas Police Department and spent a month in jail on capital murder charges. Now he's suing the detective who built the case against him.
Dallas police chief praises public support for citywide crime drop
The Dallas police chief says the crime drop is because of public support, improving police morale and a plan that is working.
Dallas PD receives donation of K9 officers from One Community USA
The Dallas Police Department has four new police K9s thanks to a non-profit group that works to build stronger relations between police and the public.
Tony Timpa case: U.S. Supreme Court asked to review excessive force case
The Dallas city attorney is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to review an excessive force case where a man died in Dallas police custody.
Dallas officer gets award for overcoming life-threatening injury
A Dallas police officer who was critically injured in the line of duty was honored by the department for his courage in overcoming his injuries and returning to work. He wasn't expected to live after his 2018, but he's a prime example of someone who doesn't give up.
Dallas PD crime reduction plan: Overall violent crime is down, but murders are up
Dallas police gave their first-quarter crime report. Overall, violent crime is down. But murders are up compared to this time in 2020 and 2021.
Dallas leaders want tougher penalties for unpermitted events after recent mass shootings
The police chief told council members that the city needs an ordinance to crack down on promoters and property owners who hold large events, like the one on April 2, without getting permits. Right now, the fine is between $500 and $2,000. For many, it’s a small cost of doing business.
Dramatic video shows suspect flee after injuring three Dallas officers
The man who shot it out with Dallas police early over the weekend now faces at least nine felony charges, including four charges of aggravated assault on a public servant. Police on Tuesday released shocking video of the shootout.
Boy battling cancer sworn in to multiple North Texas law enforcement agencies
Davarjae Daniel, who is battling cancer, is traveling the nation and being sworn in as an honorary police officer.
Dallas PD unveils plan to reduce crime at problematic apartment complexes
The Dallas Police Department says apartment complexes are responsible for more than half of the city's most problematic areas when it comes to crime. They unveiled a plan to reduce crime at those places. But to the disappointment of some council members, the plan did not propose creating any new standards for apartment complexes.
Dallas sexually oriented businesses can stay open past 2 a.m. until judge makes ruling
The Monday hearing was supposed to only take a day, but there were too many witnesses called to testify. For now, the businesses can continue to operate until the judge hears all of the city’s witnesses and makes her ruling.
DART light rail train collides with Dallas police vehicle
DART police are investigating a collision between a light rail train and a Dallas Police Department SUV Friday night.