Capybaras return to the Dallas Zoo

The Dallas Zoo is celebrating the addition of three new capybaras. Velero, Atziri and Piquiri recently arrived from the San Diego Zoo.

Texas Measles outbreak 2025: 124 cases identified

A measles outbreak in Texas continues to grow. State health officials say the outbreak is the largest in the state in nearly 30 years.

Dallas police make arrest in Uptown sexual assault

Dallas police say an arrest has been made for the alleged sexual assault of a woman in the State Thomas area of Uptown early Monday morning.

Dallas boy, 13, in critical condition after hit-and-run crash

A Dallas 13-year-old boy remains in critical condition after the driver of a pickup struck him and took off. Fortunately, a stranger saw it happen and immediately jumped to his aid.

Dallas Gentrification: City council examines ways to preserve affordable housing

City council members on Monday said the city has to strike a delicate balance between helping preserve and create affordable and market-rate housing while not stifling new development through cumbersome regulations. 

Ruthie’s brick-and-mortar restaurant opens in South Dallas

Ruthie’s food trucks are not going away. Instead, the nonprofit organization that runs them is expanding its mission with a brick-and-mortar restaurant in South Dallas.

Pope Francis shows slight improvements amid North Texas Catholics' continued prayers

The latest news from the Vatican about Pope Francis is more positive than it has been in recent days. Meanwhile, Catholics across North Texas and the globe are closely watching his health condition.

Clint Hill, Secret Service agent who jumped on JFK's limo, dies at 93

Clint Hill, a Secret Service agent who jumped onto the back of John F. Kennedy's limousine after the president was shot, has died. He was 93 years old.

Garland police officer shot; suspect killed in shootout

Garland police officers shot and killed a 23-year-old man who ambushed officers and injured one of those officers early Monday morning.

Dallas-based Energy Transfer's lawsuit against Greenpeace goes to trial

Energy Transfer is accusing Greenpeace of defamation, disruptions and attacks against the Dakota Access Pipeline in 2016 and 2017.

Former Dallas Bishop could serve crucial role if Pope Francis resigns

Cardinal Kevin Farrell, who served as Bishop of the Dallas Catholic Diocese from 2007 to 2016, would hold an important role in selecting a new pope, if needed.

Irving deadly shooting: Police looking for 3 suspects

Irving police are looking for three suspects they believe are responsible for a shooting early Sunday morning.

Pope Francis' health raises concerns among DFW Catholics

While Pope Francis is thousands of miles away, his well-being is at the top of people's minds in Dallas-Fort Worth's Catholic community.

Old East Dallas attempted carjacking leaves victim in serious condition

The Dallas Police Department is investigating an attempted carjacking in Old East Dallas that left one person with serious injuries early Sunday morning.

Garland crash kills 18-year-old, 5 others hospitalized

An 18-year-old is dead and five young people were taken to the hospital after a crash in Garland on Friday night.

Balch Springs police give update on death of malnourished 19-year-old

Balch Springs police are expected to release more information about the investigation into a 19-year-old autistic girl who was found dead on Valentine's Day. The girl's mother, Crystal Canales, was arrested in connection with her death.