Woman's decomposing body found in Decatur
A rancher found the badly decomposed body of a woman not far from Decatur High School on Monday.
A rancher found the badly decomposed body of a woman not far from Decatur High School on Monday.
Second suspect wanted in In-N-Out restaurant assault
The Austin Police Department is looking for help identifying two men who assaulted a person at an In-N-Out restaurant.
The Austin Police Department is looking for help identifying two men who assaulted a person at an In-N-Out restaurant.
13-year-old girl hit by Crandall police vehicle
A police officer in Crandall struck a teenager who was crossing the road.
A police officer in Crandall struck a teenager who was crossing the road.
Carrollton man accused of murdering girlfriend dies in Van Alstyne standoff
A Carrollton man, the suspect in the fatal shooting of his 24-year-old girlfriend, was tracked by his cell phone to Van Alstyne where he died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound following a police standoff.
A Carrollton man, the suspect in the fatal shooting of his 24-year-old girlfriend, was tracked by his cell phone to Van Alstyne where he died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound following a police standoff.
Texas identifies thousands of potential noncitizens registered to vote
Potential noncitizen voters were identified in 189 of the state's 254 counties.
Potential noncitizen voters were identified in 189 of the state's 254 counties.
Alvarado High School teacher murdered, husband arrested in Central Texas
A man was arrested in Bedias, Texas, for the murder of his wife, Alvarado High School teacher Chelsea Spillers.
A man was arrested in Bedias, Texas, for the murder of his wife, Alvarado High School teacher Chelsea Spillers.
Gov. Abbott orders state-led homeless encampment removal in Austin
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday directed state agencies to begin a concerted operation to remove homeless encampments and enforce laws in Austin, citing public safety concerns over "weapons, needles, and other debris" littering the city's streets and state property.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday directed state agencies to begin a concerted operation to remove homeless encampments and enforce laws in Austin, citing public safety concerns over "weapons, needles, and other debris" littering the city's streets and state property.
Dallas weather: Gusty winds bring fire threat before severe storms this weekend
North Texas enters fall with a brief period of warm weather before shifting to more seasonal conditions this weekend.
North Texas enters fall with a brief period of warm weather before shifting to more seasonal conditions this weekend.
Mayor Johnson challenges Dallas Police Chief's "unilateral" rejection of $25M ICE funds
This news story describes the controversy sparked by Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux's rejection of a $25 million offer from ICE, leading to a public dispute with Mayor Eric Johnson and the backing of the Chief by several city council members.
This news story describes the controversy sparked by Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux's rejection of a $25 million offer from ICE, leading to a public dispute with Mayor Eric Johnson and the backing of the Chief by several city council members.
Dallas Police Operation nets 16 felony arrests, seizes guns and drugs
Dallas Police conducted a major joint operation in the city's southwest area, resulting in 16 felony arrests and the seizure of drugs and weapons.
Dallas Police conducted a major joint operation in the city's southwest area, resulting in 16 felony arrests and the seizure of drugs and weapons.
Dallas Halloween home's lights are too bright, too popular, and now a City Hall problem
Dallas city officials are seeking new regulations to curb massive crowds and public safety concerns caused by a viral Preston Hollow home known for its extravagant holiday decorations.
Dallas city officials are seeking new regulations to curb massive crowds and public safety concerns caused by a viral Preston Hollow home known for its extravagant holiday decorations.
Instructor 'permanently suspended' after 12-year-old North Texas girl's scuba death
The Scuba Ranch in Kaufman County has released a new statement regarding the death of a 12-year-old Rockwall girl during a scuba certification class.
The Scuba Ranch in Kaufman County has released a new statement regarding the death of a 12-year-old Rockwall girl during a scuba certification class.
Dallas worker pinned by falling burial vault dies from injuries, Dallas Fire-Rescue says
A burial vault fell and trapped a worker at a cemetery in Dallas on Monday afternoon.
A burial vault fell and trapped a worker at a cemetery in Dallas on Monday afternoon.
Execution date scheduled for 2013 Bedford murderer
Cedrick Ricks, 51, has been set for execution on March 11, 2026, for the 2013 capital murders of his ex-girlfriend, Roxann Sanchez, and her 8-year-old son, Anthony Figueroa.
Cedrick Ricks, 51, has been set for execution on March 11, 2026, for the 2013 capital murders of his ex-girlfriend, Roxann Sanchez, and her 8-year-old son, Anthony Figueroa.
Sexual assault reported near Richardson DART station, suspect wanted
Richardson police are searching for the suspect in a sexual assault near a Dallas Area Rapid Transit station.
Richardson police are searching for the suspect in a sexual assault near a Dallas Area Rapid Transit station.
Federal government shutdown and SNAP food benefits: FAQ
SNAP benefits for November will not be issued if the federal government shutdown continues past October 27. Here are some answers to some frequently asked questions.
SNAP benefits for November will not be issued if the federal government shutdown continues past October 27. Here are some answers to some frequently asked questions.
These cities rank as the safest in America in 2025, data shows
From public safety to natural disasters, there are plenty of risks to deal with, but these cities are effective at managing issues like these and others, according to a new report.
From public safety to natural disasters, there are plenty of risks to deal with, but these cities are effective at managing issues like these and others, according to a new report.
Fewer people visited the State Fair of Texas this year
With the 2025 State Fair of Texas coming to an end, the official attendance numbers are in. About 400,000 fewer people visited this year.
With the 2025 State Fair of Texas coming to an end, the official attendance numbers are in. About 400,000 fewer people visited this year.
Burleson couple charged after adult special needs son found buried in backyard
An investigation is underway after police found the body of a Burleson couple’s 26-year-old special needs son buried in their backyard.
An investigation is underway after police found the body of a Burleson couple’s 26-year-old special needs son buried in their backyard.
Capital murder trial for North Texas fugitive begins
The capital murder trial for a North Texas man accused of fatally shooting his neighbor is set to begin today in Kaufman County, months after the suspect allegedly cut off his ankle monitor and fled, leading to a month-long manhunt.
The capital murder trial for a North Texas man accused of fatally shooting his neighbor is set to begin today in Kaufman County, months after the suspect allegedly cut off his ankle monitor and fled, leading to a month-long manhunt.