Organizers Say Police In Two Texas Cities Did Not Protect Protesters
Community leaders say local law enforcement in two Texas cities did not protect protesters from opposing groups after weekend rallies turned violent.
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NASCAR Bans Confederate Flags From All Events And Properties
NASCAR has banned Confederate flags at racetracks.
Army Weighs Removing Confederate Names From Texas Base & Others Across U.S.
There could be a name change coming to some U.S. military bases -- including one in Texas.
Groups Using Super Bowl In Push Against Confederate Statues
A coalition of civil rights groups in Atlanta is using this year's Super Bowl to help kick off a renewed "war on the Confederacy," in a fight to remove Confederate monuments around the nation.
Texas Board Rejects Confederate Group's Latest License Plate
The plate was backed by Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller, who said "there's no profit in hiding our history."
North Texas Mother Furious After Special Needs Son Comes Home From School With Confederate Flag Hat
Austen Mornes has enjoyed the eight years he's spent playing on Lewisville ISD's Special Olympics flag football team. But the 21-year-old with autism now feels uncomfortable going back to practice next week.
Public Schools Grappling With Confederate Names, Images
With a new school year dawning, education officials are grappling with whether to remove the names, images and statues of Confederate figures from public schools — especially since some are now filled with students of color.
Mississippi Holds On To State Flag With Confederate Symbol
The same leaders who control Mississippi flag legislation remain in office, with the Republican governor and lieutenant governor still saying flag design should be determined by a statewide election.
Ole Miss Removes State Flag That Features Confederate Emblem
Interim University of Mississippi Chancellor Morris Stocks says he ordered the Mississippi state flag taken down because it 'had become a point of contention.'
Confederate Sticker In Police Locker Room Prompts Investigation
Dallas Police have launched an internal investigation after a bumper sticker displaying a Confederate flag was reportedly found in an officer's locker in the men's room at Dallas Love Field Airport.
Confederate Symbols Flack Expected To Draw Crowd At Birdville ISD Meeting
The battle over confederate symbols at a North Texas school district is stirring up a heated debate. A big crowd is expected Thursday night at the Birdville Independent School District headquarters in Haltom City.
Robert E. Lee Statue Vandalized In Dallas Park
Could it be coincidence that the defacing of the sculpture occurred on the same day as the removal of the Confederate battle flag from the grounds of South Carolina's state house?
South Carolina's Confederate Flag Will Be Removed Friday
More than 50 years after South Carolina raised a Confederate flag at its Statehouse to protest the civil rights movement, the rebel banner will be removed Friday in a state where such a reversal seemed unthinkable a month ago.
Texas Motor Speedway Asking Race Fans To Ditch The Confederate Flag
Texas Motor Speedway has joined a NASCAR plea for fans to stop bringing Confederate Flags to the track.
NASCAR's Dale Earnhardt Jr. Backs Ban On Confederate Flag
NASCAR's most popular driver is calling the Confederate flag 'offensive to an entire race' while voicing his support for it being removed from the grounds of the South Carolina state capitol.
Drive-By Truckers, Lynyrd Skynyrd on the Confederate Flag's Meaning
Lynyrd Skynyrd began phasing use of the Confederate flag a few years ago. Another Southern band, the Drive-By Truckers, agrees. "It's well past time for all the Southern states to move on."
14 Years Ago, Bush Removed Confederate Flag In Florida
Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush faced a similar decision as South Carolina officials - whether to remove the Confederate flag from statehouse grounds - more than a decade ago in Florida.
Some North Texas Stores Aren't Ditching Confederate Flag
"We carry the five flags of the Confederacy," says Denise Lucas of The Flag Store. She's not a fan of the flag, but it's history.
A Look At Calls To Remove Confederate Symbols Across South
In the wake of a massacre at a black church in Charleston, South Carolina, a bipartisan mix of officials across Southern states are calling for the removal of Confederate flags and other symbols of the Confederacy.
Walmart Removing Confederate Flag Items From Stores
South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley said Monday that the flag should be removed from the statehouse grounds, acknowledging that to many the flag is a "deeply offensive symbol of a brutally oppressive past."
GOP Candidates Embrace SC Governor's Call On Confederate Flag
Republicans with presidential aspirations rushed Monday to embrace South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley's call to remove the Confederate flag from the grounds of the state capitol.
S.C. Senators, Governor Call For Removal Of Confederate Flag
South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley says the Confederate flag should be removed from the grounds of the state capitol.
Supreme Court Justices Struggle With Free Speech Case Over TX Plates
In a dispute over a proposed Confederate battle flag license plate, the Supreme Court struggled Monday to balance worries about government censorship and concerns that offensive messages could, at worst, incite violence.
Court To Review Political License Plates
The Supreme Court is taking on a free speech case concerning a proposed specialty license plate in Texas that would prominently feature the Confederate battle flag.
Texas Court Revives Suit Over Confederate Flag Dispute
A federal appeals court has revived a lawsuit that had been filed against officials who had rejected a group's petition for a customized Texas license plate featuring the Confederate battle flag.
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Grand Prairie police arrest 2 men in connection to Sunday slaying
Grand Prairie police arrested two men in connection to the fatal shooting of Luis Gongora, 25, on Sunday, May 15.
Baby formula maker Abbott reaches deal, will restart production
Baby formula maker Abbott says it has reached a deal with regulators to restart production at the factory tied to the current shortage.
Arlington amends tattoo policy to recruit, retain officers
Arlington police officers no longer have to hide their ink, after the department announced a change to its tattoo policy Monday, May 16.
Boy beats on Texas family's door with whip; father arrested for firing gun
Carissa Nash said, "It was terrifying," as she heard the knocking and sound of the whip cracking against the door.
Texas Senator John Cornyn travels to Ukraine, meets with Zelenskyy
Cornyn and the group said their purpose was to let President Zelenskyy know that the US 'stands squarely behind Ukraine.
Guard, 3 teen Louisiana escapees arrested in Texas
The three teens and a security guard from the Ware Youth Center in Red River Parish were arrested early Sunday.
Court rules for Texas Sen. Ted Cruz in campaign finance case
The justices, in a 6-3 decision, agreed that the somewhat obscure section of the law violates the Constitution.
'Eggtremely' sticky road after 30K pound egg spill in Dallas
Officials TxDOT say an 18-wheeler hauling eggs slammed into the pillar of the bridge at Malcom X Boulevard, near downtown Dallas.
After handling Game 7, Mavericks breathe, prepare for Warriors
The Dallas Mavericks are off to the Western Conference finals for the 5th time in franchise history.
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Grand Prairie police arrest 2 men in connection to Sunday slaying
Grand Prairie police arrested two men in connection to the fatal shooting of Luis Gongora, 25, on Sunday, May 15.
Baby formula maker Abbott reaches deal, will restart production
Baby formula maker Abbott says it has reached a deal with regulators to restart production at the factory tied to the current shortage.
Arlington amends tattoo policy to recruit, retain officers
Arlington police officers no longer have to hide their ink, after the department announced a change to its tattoo policy Monday, May 16.
Boy beats on Texas family's door with whip; father arrested for firing gun
Carissa Nash said, "It was terrifying," as she heard the knocking and sound of the whip cracking against the door.
Texas Senator John Cornyn travels to Ukraine, meets with Zelenskyy
Cornyn and the group said their purpose was to let President Zelenskyy know that the US 'stands squarely behind Ukraine.
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I-Team Exclusive: Dallas sons reveal what led to arrest in murder of their father
In the group setting, they all agree that no one had given up hope. And they all believe the man recently arrested is "100%" the killer.
North Texas business steps up to help desperate mothers
A North Texas business is stepping up to help desperate mothers across the state after seeing an I-Team investigation.
I-Team Update: Ira Tobolowsky's family reacts to murder arrest
Ira Tobolowsky's sons said investigating their father's murder over the past six years has been a full-time job.
Online car dealer Vroom faces dozens of state violations
Hundreds of car buyers have filed complaints about delays in getting titles and registrations after purchasing a vehicle from the online used car dealer Vroom.
I-Team Update: Touchstone imaging reports data breach to state
Nearly 47,000 Texans have been impacted by what a medical imaging company told the I-Team three months ago was a "security incident."
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Texas Senator John Cornyn travels to Ukraine, meets with Zelenskyy
Cornyn and the group said their purpose was to let President Zelenskyy know that the US 'stands squarely behind Ukraine.
Court rules for Texas Sen. Ted Cruz in campaign finance case
The justices, in a 6-3 decision, agreed that the somewhat obscure section of the law violates the Constitution.
Buttigieg says Biden administration working to end baby formula shortage
Buttigieg said the formula shortage has the attention of the highest levels of the Biden administration.
New York governor says Buffalo shooting was "white supremacy terrorism"
"This individual is not going to see the light of day again," Hochul said of the suspected gunman in Saturday's attack.
Rochelle Garza running for Texas Attorney General
Jack Fink talks with Rochelle Garza (D- candidate for Texas Attorney General) about the upcoming primary election and the runoff with fellow democrat Joe Jaworski.
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Baby formula maker Abbott reaches deal, will restart production
Baby formula maker Abbott says it has reached a deal with regulators to restart production at the factory tied to the current shortage.
ERCOT asks Texans to conserve power as demand spikes due to heat
ERCOT is asking Texans to conserve power after six plants unexpectedly went offline.
Rising prices and inflation hit North Texas farmers hard
As inflation continues to soar, local farmers and ranchers are feeling the pinch as the prices continue to grow.
Pediatricians warn against unsafe formula alternatives amid shortage
Pediatricians are warning parents about resorting to unsafe alternatives to baby formula as the shortage continues to cause panic.
215K Hyundai Sonatas recalled; faulty hoses can leak fuel
A low pressure fuel hose can crack over time due to heat from the engine. That can cause fuel leaks and increase fire risks.
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Can meditation and mindfulness exercises reduce stress?
Recent survey found more Americans are meditating - and that's a good thing, experts say.
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.
TPC Craig Ranch designer Tom Weiskopf gets 'Major' support during cancer battle
Weiskopf's passion (post career) became designing golf courses. He now has around 80 to his name, including TPC Craig Ranch.
How to avoid heat-related illness now that high temps, humidity here to stay
The hot temperatures combined with the humidity is keeping MedStar crews busy in Tarrant County.
National Prevention Week comes after 447 Dallasites overdosed last year
This week marks National Prevention Week, an educational campaign surrounding substance use disorder.
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Baby formula maker Abbott reaches deal, will restart production
Baby formula maker Abbott says it has reached a deal with regulators to restart production at the factory tied to the current shortage.
ERCOT asks Texans to conserve power as demand spikes due to heat
ERCOT is asking Texans to conserve power after six plants unexpectedly went offline.
After all the hype, Elon Musk's Twitter deal is 'on hold'
Musk has been vocal about his desire to clean up Twitter's problem with "spam bots" that mimic real people and appeared to question whether the company was underreporting them.
Rising prices and inflation hit North Texas farmers hard
As inflation continues to soar, local farmers and ranchers are feeling the pinch as the prices continue to grow.
Pediatricians warn against unsafe formula alternatives amid shortage
Pediatricians are warning parents about resorting to unsafe alternatives to baby formula as the shortage continues to cause panic.
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After handling Game 7, Mavericks breathe, prepare for Warriors
The Dallas Mavericks are off to the Western Conference finals for the 5th time in franchise history.
Dallas Stars out of playoffs after Game 7 OT loss to Flames
It was a heck of a series for newcomer Jake Oettinger, but the rest of the Dallas Stars couldn't get it together on Sunday.
Top U.S. cowgirls ride into North Texas for Women's Rodeo World Championship
Cowgirls from around the country are riding into the Fort Worth and Cowtown Coliseum on May 16 for the Women's Rodeo World Championship.
TPC Craig Ranch designer Tom Weiskopf gets 'Major' support during cancer battle
Weiskopf's passion (post career) became designing golf courses. He now has around 80 to his name, including TPC Craig Ranch.
Not in our house, the Mavs take the Suns down and force Game 7
The Mavericks won when facing elimination for the first time in three tries with Luka, their three-time All-Star point guard.
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Top U.S. cowgirls ride into North Texas for Women's Rodeo World Championship
Cowgirls from around the country are riding into the Fort Worth and Cowtown Coliseum on May 16 for the Women's Rodeo World Championship.
Mickey Gilley, who helped inspire 'Urban Cowboy,' dies at 86
Country star Mickey Gilley, whose namesake Texas honky-tonk inspired the 1980 film "Urban Cowboy," has died. He was 86.
Dallas-based Bishop David Paul Moten sues Kanye over 'Come to Life' song
Dallas-based Bishop David Paul Moten is suing Kanye West over a sample used in the song "Come to Life" on West's new album "Donda."
May the 4th be with you! Celebrate Star Wars Day in DFW
The date is recognized as Star Wars Day so cue the cantina music and join local businesses to celebrate.
Texas city honors Megan Thee Stallion for philanthropic work
The non-profit Pete and Thomas Foundation, named in honor of Megan Thee Stallion's parents, focuses on education, housing, health, and wellness.
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Arlington police say repo man shot while working
Police say the victim's injuries are serious.
Monday weather update: the heat is on
Mainly clear. Low 74F. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph.
11AM weather update with Dominic Brown
High temperatures will be in the low 90s, at least a little cooler than that RECORD high on Sunday of 97°.
Mavs coach Kidd on advancing to Western Conference Finals
Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd spoke after Sunday night's series-clinching victory against the Phoenix Suns.
Doncic on Mavericks advancing to Western Conference Finals
Luka Doncic spoke with media members after Sunday night's series-clinching win against the Phoenix Suns.
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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.
Community Watching After Wind Topples White Rock Lake Eagles' Nest
The wind robbed Nick and Nora, The White Rock Lake eagles, of their nest and at least one egg. Now, the neighborhood is watching; hoping for the best for the beautiful pair.
North Texans Share Pictures Of Wintry Weather
Send your photos our way using the hashtag #FirstAlertDFW on Twitter and Instagram to be featured on air and on our website!
Nurse Creates Holiday Memories For Hospital's Smallest Patients
In the month leading up to most major holidays, you'll find Kathryn Callahan busy crocheting when not working as a NICU nurse at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth.
