Mother of dead child told police she 'physically abused him daily'
A Dallas mother accused of killing her 5-year-old son told investigators she physically abused him daily, according to the affidavit.
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77-year-old wanted for indecency with a child arrested at Texas-Mexico border
U.S. Customs officers arrested a 77-year-old man wanted for two counts of indecency with a child at the Texas-Mexico border.
Dallas police investigating after 5-year-old found dead
The Dallas Police Department's Child Abuse Unit is investigating after a 5-year-old was found dead on June 27.
Predators logging on as kids increase screen time during summer
In the last year the Dallas Children's Advocacy Center has logged more than 27,000 cases child abuse -- many involving strangers.
Texas court allows some investigations into families of transgender youth to resume
Texas high court allows state to resume some abuse investigations into gender-confirming care for transgender youth.
Convicted killer Richard Lynn Phillips found guilty in child sex abuse cases
Convicted killer Richard Lynn Phillips was convicted of murder in 1978 and was on parole at the time he committed the continuous sexual assault of the girls.
Accused child predator Connor Penny arrested
An arrest warrant for the offense of Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child was obtained and Penny was arrested on April 5, 2022
'Save Jane Campaign' Underway In Dallas
Through education, volunteerism, and community awareness, the Save Jane Society serves as an inclusive community of advocates who help expose the realities of trauma caused by child abuse.
Mom says boyfriend put box over dying son's head to 'muffle breathing sound'
An arrest report for a Denton mother accused of injury to a child in connection with the death of her 7-year-old son, Phoenix Ho, details the child's heart-wrenching last days.
Phoenix Ho, 7, Abused 'At Least 1 Month' Before Death
Denton police are sharing more disturbing details in the alleged abuse and death of 7-year-old Phoenix Ho.
Texas Judge Blocks State From Investigating Gender-Affirming Care For Transgender Youth As Child Abuse
In a March 11 hearing, a Texas judge issued an order temporarily barring the state from investigating gender-affirming care for transgender youth as child abuse.
Officials Accuse Texas Foster Care Center Employees Of Sex-Trafficking Minors
State officials said a staffer reported in late January that a former employee had sold nude photos of two young girls and used the money to purchase illegal drugs and alcohol for them.
Jury Sentences Child Abuser Christopher Gonzalez To 40 Years In Prison Without Parole
Christopher Gonzalez sexually abused the child over the course of two years, beginning when the victim was 9 years old.
Jose Gustavo Garcia Rodriguez Convicted Of Sexually Abusing 10-Year-Old
Jose Gustavo Garcia Rodriguez, 28, of Ennis, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for continuous sexual abuse of a child.
North Texas Grandmother Angela Downing Admits Throwing 3-Year-Old Grandson Against Wall, Charged With Murder
Denton Police Department investigators have arrested Angela Downing, 57, for murder after her 3-year-old grandson was declared dead on January 22.
Fort Worth Mother Details Family Violence Leading To 3-Year-Old's Death
Jan Langbein, CEO of Genesis Women's Shelter and Support, says the focus here should be on the abuser.
Allen Child Predator Robert Eubank Handed Life In Prison by Jury
Robert Eubank, 51, of Allen, was sentenced to life in prison for aggravated sexual assault of a child.
Haltom City Mom Susan Reynolds Accused Of Falsifying Children's Medical History, Soliciting Donations On Their Behalf
Haltom City mother Susan Reynolds was arrested after law enforcement officials said she falsified medical history in two of her children, leading to unneeded medical interventions for both of them.
Three Of Texas' 10 Most Wanted Offenders, Including Child Rapists, And Gang Member Arrested
Three of Texas' 10 Most Wanted offenders are back in custody following their arrests, including one fugitive and two sex offenders.
Sheriff: Child's Skeletal Remains, 3 Abandoned Siblings Found In Apartment
One of the children, called police and told authorities that his 9-year-old brother had been dead for a year and the body was inside the apartment.
Fugitive Sought For Sexual Assault Of A Child Arrested At Juarez Lincoln International Bridge
Alfredo Soto Martinez, 61, was arrested on Sunday, Sept. 19, at the Juarez Lincoln International Bridge.
Domenic Patrick Aguilar-Acevedo,5, Of Texas Found Dead In Colorado Mountains After Suspected Abuse
According to the complaint, the boy's mother, Nickolle Cristina Aguilar, 25, told authorities that her boyfriend, Daniel Garcia, 26, threw the boy against the wall in a hotel room in San Antonio and he started vomiting.
Parker County Man Timothy Richard Cisar Arrested, Charged With Sexual Abuse Of A Child
Pennsylvania State Troopers arrested Timothy Richard Cisar, 35, who was wanted out of Parker County for a first-degree felony charge of continuous sexual abuse of a child.
Dallas-Based Conference Focuses On How To Better Identify Child Abuse Cases
A big conference in Dallas this week will focus, in large, on how to best identify, address and prosecute these cases as children return to schools.
Texas Agency Rules Gender-Confirming Surgery Form Of Child Abuse
A Texas agency has ruled that the genital mutilation of a child for purposes of gender confirmation, a surgery almost never performed on minors, should be considered child abuse.
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Timothy Huff gets life in prison without parole in Fort Worth officer Garrett Hull's death
In the late hours of June 29, the jury sentenced Timothy Huff to life in prison without parole.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
North Texas realtor helps homeowners fight property tax appraisals - for free
Chandler Crouch estimates he's helped 28,000 homeowners get their property values lowered this year.
Fort Worth police officer involved in shooting in West Division
A Fort Worth police officer was involved in a shooting in the West Division on June 29.
Irving police officer involved in shooting, suspect is dead
Irving police said that there is no threat to the community and the suspect is dead.
4 arrested in migrant smuggling case
Four have been arrested and charged in connection to the death of 53 migrants.
Greinke sharp in 500th career start, Royals beat Rangers 2-1
Next up, the Rangers have a three-game series with the New York Mets.
Workforce Dallas launches to lift futures of low wage earners
Workforce Dallas is looking to move workers who have the will to do so from just 'getting by,' to livable wage careers that will help to lift their families out of poverty.
Dallas police find 2 adults dead in apartment, 2 children unharmed
Two adults were found dead in an apartment in the 6000 block of Ridgecrest Road. Two children were also found in the apartment, unharmed.
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Timothy Huff gets life in prison without parole in Fort Worth officer Garrett Hull's death
In the late hours of June 29, the jury sentenced Timothy Huff to life in prison without parole.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
North Texas realtor helps homeowners fight property tax appraisals - for free
Chandler Crouch estimates he's helped 28,000 homeowners get their property values lowered this year.
Fort Worth police officer involved in shooting in West Division
A Fort Worth police officer was involved in a shooting in the West Division on June 29.
Irving police officer involved in shooting, suspect is dead
Irving police said that there is no threat to the community and the suspect is dead.
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Churches cancel Christian day-camp as old allegations surface again
Pastor Doug Page of First Baptist Grapevine cancelled the camp about one week before it was set to begin for about 200-children in his congregation and the neighborhood.
21-story apartment tower to go up where 2017 condo fire took place
The site of Dallas' biggest fire is now a giant crater.
I-Team: Reports find scam callers target Texas, specifically Dallas-Fort Worth
If you live in Texas, you're more likely to get these calls than any other state. If you live in the 214- or 817- area codes, you live in one of the most targeted metro areas in the country.
Feds 'very concerned' about explosion of handgun switches made in North Texas
In the past six months, federal investigators said they have seen an explosion of handgun switches in North Texas.
I-Team: North Texas home buyers told to pay more or have builder's contract cancelled
It has never been more expensive or harder to buy a home in North Texas.
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CBS News Texas Poll: Most Texans think women will still seek abortions in Texas even if unsafe
A majority of Texans want abortion to be legal in all or most cases, many said they didn't know much about the state's "trigger" law.
CBS News poll shows some Texans feel 'fairly good' about state's economy
A CBS News/YouGov poll shows 32% of Texans surveyed feel 'fairly good' about the state's economy while 32% feel 'fairly bad' and 15% feel 'very bad'.
CBS News Poll shows Texans opinions on Abortion
A new CBS News/YouGov poll shows 56% of Texans surveyed would make abortion legal in either all or most cases.
Ketanji Brown Jackson to be sworn in as Supreme Court justice Thursday
Jackson will be sworn in on Thursday at noon, when Justice Stephen Breyer's retirement becomes official.
Confusion, fear despite judge blocking Texas abortion ban
For rape survivors, to a woman recently diagnosed with advanced cancer and in her first trimester, the fear is real.
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Consumer advocate talks pros, cons of electric vehicles
Everyone is looking for ways to save at the pump, but have you ever thought about ditching gas altogether?
Jungle Jumparoo toy recalled for violating federal lead content ban
The recalled toys were sold online at Amazon, Bed Bath and Beyond, Fun and Function, JungleJump, The Grommet Flaghouse, and Wayfair.
Gas prices across Texas break new records overnight
Brace yourself! According to AAA, the current price per gallon in the Lone Star State is $4.34... but it's higher in DFW.
'Great Reshuffling' played huge role in pushing home prices up
Researchers found that cities that already had a large share of remote workers before the pandemic tended to attract even more after the pandemic shutdowns.
AAA says gas prices are record breaking this Memorial Day weekend
As we head into Memorial Day weekend, experts say it's best to get out the door early, and if you can't, you can end up doubling your travel time.
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Confusion, fear despite judge blocking Texas abortion ban
For rape survivors, to a woman recently diagnosed with advanced cancer and in her first trimester, the fear is real.
How victims of domestic abuse are impacted by Roe v Wade overturn
Advocates for survivors of domestic violence say limiting access to safe, legal abortions will have devastating consequences for those suffering abuse.
Supreme Court ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade opens gates for wave of litigation
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision Friday to end constitutional protections for abortion opened the gates for a wave of litigation from all sides.
Thousands of unvaccinated National Guard soldiers risk dismissal
The percentage of Army National Guard members who are vaccinated is the lowest among the U.S. military.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, allowing states to ban abortions
The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade.
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Consumer advocate talks pros, cons of electric vehicles
Everyone is looking for ways to save at the pump, but have you ever thought about ditching gas altogether?
Jungle Jumparoo toy recalled for violating federal lead content ban
The recalled toys were sold online at Amazon, Bed Bath and Beyond, Fun and Function, JungleJump, The Grommet Flaghouse, and Wayfair.
American Airlines gives rosier outlook for summer revenue
American said revenue per seat will jump by up to 22% compared with 2019, easily beating an earlier forecast of up 14% to 16%.
Gas prices across Texas break new records overnight
Brace yourself! According to AAA, the current price per gallon in the Lone Star State is $4.34... but it's higher in DFW.
Local mothers' milk bank helping during formula shortage
The program will provide 34 ounces of free, frozen donor human milk to families who can't find formula.
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Greinke sharp in 500th career start, Royals beat Rangers 2-1
Next up, the Rangers have a three-game series with the New York Mets.
WNBA star Brittney Griner ordered to trial Friday in Russia
Brittney Griner was ordered to stand trial Friday by a court near Moscow on cannabis possession charges, about 4 1/2 months after her arrest at an airport.
Rangers beat Phillies for 9th time in row with 4-2 victory
Brad Miller hit a two-run single against his former team and the Texas Rangers beat the Philadelphia Phillies for the ninth time in a row, 4-2 on Wednesday to hand Zack Wheeler his first loss in two months.
Stars name Pete DeBoer as new head coach
The Dallas Stars named Pete DeBoer as the team's head coach on Tuesday. This comes after DeBoer was fired from coaching the Las Vegas Knights on May 16.
Wife of WNBA's Griner says scheduled call never happened
Griner tried to call her wife nearly a dozen times through the American embassy in Russia on the couple's fourth anniversary Saturday, but they never connected.
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Matt Fitzpatrick holds on to win first U.S. Open
Fitzpatrick is the second man to win a U.S. Amateur and U.S. Open on the same course, joining Jack Nicklaus who turned the trick at Pebble Beach.
Charges against Dallas rapper Yella Beezy dismissed
Two charges of sexual assault and child endangerment or abandonment against Dallas rapper Yella Beezy were dismissed.
Tony Awards 2022: Complete list of nominees and winners
Jennifer Hudson, who produced the Best Musical winner "A Strange Loop," became the 17th ever EGOT winner.
Country music singer Toby Keith announces he has stomach cancer
Keith, an eight-time Country Music Awards winner, delivered the news to his fans on his Instagram page on Sunday, emphasizing that he is going to take a break from performing to spend more time with his family.
New statue in McKinney will commemorate 50th anniversary of 'Benji'
McKinney has signed a contract for a statue that will commemorate the upcoming 50th anniversary of the movie "Benji."
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Sunny end of the week ahead, more cloud coverage rolls in over the weekend
Then triple digit temperatures return on the Fourth of July.
North Texas realtor helps homeowners fight property tax appraisals - for free
Chandler Crouch estimates he's helped 28,000 homeowners get their property values lowered.
Data: Homicide clearance rate is at an all-time low
Murder is the crime most likely to be solved in the U.S., but the success rate has declined.
Tropical system could bring rain to North Texas this weekend
The cloud cover will also bring down temperatures ahead of July 4.
Workforce Dallas aims to teach workers skills to lift them from poverty
The initiative aims to leverage community relationships to provide clients with resources.
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Victims of Robb Elementary School shooting in Uvalde, Texas
On May 24, 2022 nineteen children and two teachers were killed in Uvalde, Texas, after a teenaged gunman barricaded himself in a 4th grade classroom and opened fire.
Uvalde School Shooting: The Aftermath of Tragedy
Following the tragic shooting deaths of 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary School, the Uvalde community is grappling to find answers and understanding.
CBS 11 Bike To Work Week!
CBS 11 staffers took the roads early morning May 20 for Bike to Work Week! Want to be featured on air or online? Share your photos of you biking to work using #CBS11BiketoWork on social media!
Easter bunny hops into Cook Children's NICU
All dressed up for their first Easter, these precious snuggle bunnies are ready for the holiday weekend.
March 14 Fannin County Storm Damage Near Leonard, Texas
The storm that moved through North Texas on the evening of March 14 was fast-moving but left a lot of damage behind in some places. Here are images from Fannin County, west of the town of Leonard, where many believe a tornado touched down.
