Dallas County JP judges push for more security at government offices

Dallas County commissioners are moving forward with a plan to make county government offices safer for the people who work there while still providing access to the public.

Neiman Marcus store in downtown Dallas to close

Less than a year after Neiman Marcus merged with Saks Fifth Avenue, the company announced the closing of their CityPlace offices and their flagship store in downtown Dallas.

Former Guatemalan Congressman sentenced to 18 years in Texas for international drug conspiracy

A former Guatemalan congressman has been sentenced to 18 years in federal prison for his role in an international drug trafficking conspiracy, according to Acting U.S. Attorney Abe McGlothin, Jr. of the Eastern District of Texas. 

Arlington charter school teacher, student engaged in inappropriate relationship for months, docs show

Newly released affidavits reveal disturbing details about a teacher's alleged inappropriate relationship with a student at a North Arlington charter school; Court documents uncover measures the principal took to cover up the misconduct.

Lewisville Police identify 21-year-old victim in Saturday homicide

Lewisville Police are investigating a shooting that left a 21-year-old man dead on Saturday evening. The Tarrant County Medical Examiner has identified the victim as 21-year-old Luis Tiant Kerby.

Farmersville man with meth caught trying to steal ATM sentenced to 47 years

A Farmersville man was convicted for the 18th time on Tuesday and sentenced to 47 years in prison for possessing with intent to deliver methamphetamine.

Dallas weather: North Texas warming centers

With temperatures set to plunge on Tuesday and freezing temperatures expected to stick around, several North Texas cities are opening warming centers.

How to properly drip your faucets

Residents should take steps to make sure the cold weather doesn't do damage. One of the main suggestions by plumbers is to drip your faucets overnight.

How to turn off the water to your house

First, try to call the city and see if they can dispatch someone to turn off the water to your house if you have a busted pipe. But, it is always good to have the tools on hand if there is an emergency. Here is what to do.

McAllen man faces federal charges for using Molotov cocktails to set multiple fires

A 36-year-old McAllen man has been charged with arson and possession of a destructive device after being accused of targeting one person since 2022 and setting multiple fires to the victim's house and vehicles. At least two Molotov cocktails were used in the series of fires.

North Texas schools move up games due to cold, but will classes be canceled?

Schools decided early on to move up games set for later this week to accommodate the coming cold weather. However, decisions about canceling classes later this week have not yet been made.

Garland intoxicated driver who killed girl, 13, accepts plea deal for 17 years in prison

At the time of the 2022 crash, Jeremy Spencer did not have an eligible driver’s license because of a previous DWI conviction in Collin County. As part of his plea deal for this conviction, he'll be eligible for parole.

Southwest Airlines to cut 15% of its workforce in its first-ever mass layoffs

The Dallas-based airline says its “workforce reductions" of 1,750 jobs will focus mainly on corporate overhead and leadership positions, including senior leadership and directors.

Dallas weather: Extreme Cold Warning in effect through Thursday

Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 8 below zero are expected in portions of North and Central Texas. Here's what we can expect for the next few days.