Dallas eyes new gunfire detection technology that also launches drones

The Dallas Police Department wants to explore new technology that could detect gunfire and dispatch drones in search of active shooters.

Kaufman police officer killed in head-on crash

A Kaufman police officer was killed in a car crash while returning home from work.

Quick-thinking bank teller saves customer from phone scam

A Missouri bank teller is being praised for stopping a jury-duty phone scam after a terrified woman attempted to withdraw thousands of dollars to avoid what she believed was an imminent arrest.

Unattended candle sparks $325,000 house fire in North Carolina

An unattended candle sparked a December 5 house fire in Charlotte, North Carolina, causing an estimated $325,000 in damage, according to the Charlotte Fire Department.

30 handguns seized from truck spare tire at Texas border crossing

Texas Department of Public Safety special agents seized 30 handguns and dozens of accessories destined for Mexico that were concealed in a spare tire during an inspection at the Anzalduas Port of Entry, leading to the arrest of two individuals.

Border Patrol data shows 74% drop in illegal Big Bend border crossings since 2023

The U.S. Border Patrol's Big Bend Sector reported a 74% drop in illegal border crossings over the last two fiscal years, which officials attribute to stricter enforcement policies and expanded surveillance technology.

17-year-old arrested for Burleson fatal shooting

A deadly shooting at Bailey Lake Park in Burleson is believed to have resulted from a narcotics transaction between several teenagers.

Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett launches U.S. Senate campaign

Crockett, known for her outspoken opinions on progressive issues like defunding law enforcement, faces other familiar names in the Democrat primary.

Here's how much your family needs to earn to have a stay-at-home parent

How much does one parent need to earn for the other to stay home with a young child? A new ranking reveals huge state-by-state gaps.

Former Texas Lt. Gov. Bill Ratliff dies at 89

Former Texas Lt. Gov. William "Bill" Ratliff died Monday at his home in Mount Pleasant, Texas, according to an obituary. He was 89.

Athena Strand Murder: Judge denies defense motion to delay trial

A judge has denied a request to delay the trial of a former FedEx driver who is accused of kidnapping and killing a 7-year-old girl in Wise County.

Colin Allred leaves U.S. Senate race to run for Congress

Former Congressman Colin Allred announced Monday that he is ending his campaign for the U.S. Senate and will instead run for Congress to represent Texas’s newly drawn 33rd Congressional District.

Hearing set in capital murder case of Athena Strand
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The capital murder case against Tanner Horner, accused of the 2022 kidnapping and strangulation of 7-year-old Athena Strand, is heading to a procedural pretrial hearing on Monday as the trial approaches its scheduled 2026 start date.

Procedural hearing set in capital murder case against Athena Strand suspect

The capital murder case against Tanner Horner, accused of the 2022 kidnapping and strangulation of 7-year-old Athena Strand, is heading to a procedural pretrial hearing on Monday as the trial approaches its scheduled 2026 start date.

Woman found dead after house fire in Northwest Dallas

Following a house fire on Saturday afternoon in Dallas, a woman was found dead inside the residence, and authorities are currently investigating the cause of the blaze.

How to navigate Dallas for the 2026 World Cup: Travel, Matches, and Food

The Dallas/North Texas region is preparing for a massive influx of global fans as its renamed venue, Dallas Stadium (AT&T Stadium), hosts nine major matches, including a semi-final, for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

NPS free days: Trump’s birthday added; MLK Day, Juneteenth dropped

NPS will no longer offer free admission on Martin Luther King Jr. Day or Juneteenth, but will waive admission costs on President Donald Trump's birthday.

Thomas O. Hicks, former Texas Rangers, Dallas Stars owner, dies at 79

Former Texas Rangers and Dallas Stars owner Tom Hicks died Saturday in Dallas at age 79; the teams remembered him as a legendary businessman and sportsman.