North Texas FBI Crime Blotter For July 20-26
Here's the latest weekly roundup of criminals caught, charged and sentenced by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the country's principal federal law enforcement agency.
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Dallas Fugitive Wanted For Capital Murder Captured in Mexico, Returned To Dallas
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has captured Mark Anthony Ponce, 26, a fugitive wanted for capital murder in Dallas County.
Beaumont Man Indicted For Bank Robbery Faces Up To 20 Years
Clarence Richard Griffin was indicted by a federal grand jury Wednesday and charged with bank robbery.
Rep. John Ratcliffe: Former FBI Lawyer Lisa Page Said Obama DOJ Ordered FBI Not To Charge Hillary Clinton; No Russia Collusion
United States Representative John Ratcliffe (R-TX) tweeted late Tuesday that, according to former Federal Bureau of Investigation lawyer Lisa Page, President Barack Obama's Department of Justice was influencing the FBI's investigation into the Hillary Clinton classified email investigation.
Three Pimps Convicted For Trafficking Of Multiple Underage Girls
Following a four-day trial, a federal jury convicted three men, last week, for their roles in a conspiracy to commit sex trafficking of underage girls.
Dallas County Twins Sentenced After Bilking $2.1M From Investors
According to information presented in court, the Wagner brothers perpetrated what amounted to a Ponzi scheme that caused investors to lose over $2.1 million.
FBI Data Show Increase In Murder, Violent Crime In 2015
The number of murders reported by local law enforcement agencies jumped by more than 10 percent in 2015 from the year before, according to crime data released by the FBI on Monday.
Marijuana Trafficker Sentenced To 4 Years In Federal Prison
A 45-year-old man who police say is responsible for trafficking millions in marijuana was sentenced to four years in federal prison.
FBI: 80 Percent Of Police Officers Are Overweight
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation released a new statistic, which states 8 out of every 10 law enforcement members are overweight.
Explosion Inside Grand Prairie Home Prompts Investigation
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is looking into what caused an explosion in a Grand Prairie home around 4:30 p.m. Friday on Harrier Street.
Dallas FBI & Local Police Announce New Crime Task Force
The Dallas office of the FBI announced a new task force will work with local police departments on violent crime. Police in Dallas and Garland are hoping their initiatives will help head off crime and be more cost-effective.
FBI: 105 Sexually Exploited Children Rescued
A massive nationwide law enforcement sweep targeting child sex-trafficking resulted in the saving of 105 sexually exploited children and the arrest of more than 150 pimps and others, the FBI said Monday.
Watkins' No-Show Infuriates District Court Judge
Dallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins refused to appear in court Thursday to answer allegations of prosecutorial misconduct and a possible FBI probe.
Dallas County DA's Office Creating Animal Abuse Unit
The abused animal situation in Dallas County is acute enough that commissioners are thinking about creating a special unit within the District Attorney's office specifically to prosecute animal abuse cases.
FBI Seeking Individual With Child Sexual Predator Information
The FBI is asking for the public's help in identifying a suspected child sexual predator, and the victim may be living in the Dallas area.
Dallas Man Linked To Anonymous Indicted
A Dallas man linked to the worldwide hacking group Anonymous is accused of threatening to ruin an FBI agent's life in online postings.
Suspect Shoots At FBI During Hunt County Raid
An early-morning FBI raid on a house in Northeast Texas ends with the suspects shooting at federal agents.
Last Month's Explosion Hangs Over Routine Training Drill In Plano
First Responders from Plano huddled together with workers from Atmos Energy Tuesday, but it was just a drill; they were training for a gas leak.
Plano Residents Still Nervous After Explosion
One month after a Plano man allegedly set off a bomb while tampering with a gas main, homeowners say not enough is being done to prevent it from happening again.
Anson Chi, Plano Bomb Suspect, Indicted By Grand Jury
Anson Chi, the man who was arrested in connection with a bomb that went off near a gas main line, has been indicted.
Federal Judge Orders Plano Explosion Suspect Held Without Bail
A federal judge on Friday ordered the suspect accused of setting off an explosion while tampering with a Plano gas main should be held without bail.
Bond Hearing For Plano Bomb Suspect Postponed
A federal judge in Sherman Thursday postponed a bond hearing for the Plano man accused of setting off a bomb while tampering with a gas line until an interpreter could be found to help his parents testify.
Both Sides Rest At Texas Bomb Plot Trial
The Saudi man accused of attempting to use a weapon of mass destruction said he would get "maximum satisfaction" and be "smiling" after carrying out a terror attack against Americans, according to a recording played in court Tuesday.
Plano Explosion Suspect Appears In Federal Court
Anson Chi, the man accused of setting off an explosive while tampering with a gas line, appeared in federal court in Dallas for a detention hearing Tuesday.
Dallas FBI Rescues 6 Juveniles From Sex Trafficking Operations
A nationwide investigation netted the recovery of six underage victims in the Dallas area who were being used in sex trafficking operations, the FBI said Monday.
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Accusations fly as 30th District Democratic primary heats up
The Democratic primary runoff for the 30th Congressional District grew even more contentious amid accusations of lies and distortions.
Texas A&M regents vote to approve urban research campus in Fort Worth
The Texas A&M Board of Regents gave initial approval to add an urban research campus in downtown Fort Worth.
Gruesome new details emerge in Ira Tobolowsky murder case
Gruesome new details have emerged in the high-profile murder of Dallas attorney Ira Tobolowsky.
Ukrainian UT Dallas graduate makes a difference thousands of miles from home
A new UT Dallas graduate has been making a difference thousands of miles away from his home country of Ukraine.
Medical City Dallas security officer delivers baby in hallway
Security footage from Mother's Day captured a security officer helping Betzabeth Perez deliver her baby in the hallway of Medical City Dallas.
'Superhero' mom delivers healthy baby boy in parking lot
Andrea and Alfredo Ramirez made it to the parking lot of Texas Health Harris Methodist HEB, but didn't have enough time to get inside before their son's birth.
New build homes will remain in demand this summer
New build homes in the DFW area are still in hot demand, and will stay that way throughout the summer months.
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Accusations fly as 30th District Democratic primary heats up
The Democratic primary runoff for the 30th Congressional District grew even more contentious amid accusations of lies and distortions.
Texas A&M regents vote to approve urban research campus in Fort Worth
The Texas A&M Board of Regents gave initial approval to add an urban research campus in downtown Fort Worth.
Gruesome new details emerge in Ira Tobolowsky murder case
Gruesome new details have emerged in the high-profile murder of Dallas attorney Ira Tobolowsky.
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Gruesome new details emerge in Ira Tobolowsky murder case
Gruesome new details have emerged in the high-profile murder of Dallas attorney Ira Tobolowsky.
I-Team: Texas father and son accountants convicted in $6M Ponzi scheme
Dozens of North Texas families found their retirement accounts empty after falling victim to a multi-million-dollar Ponzi scheme.
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.
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Texas asks Supreme Court to keep social media law in effect
Texas argued that its law, HB 20, which prohibits large social media firms from blocking, banning or demoting posts or accounts, does not violate the First Amendment.
Former President George W. Bush on state of elections, 'Our system works pretty well'
Former President George W. Bush urged Americans to vote and take part in the political process.
Homeland Security Chief tours border before asylum limits end
Secretary Alejandro Mayorka visited a remodeled processing center in McAllen, where migrants sat on metal benches and on sleeping mats, as aluminum thermal blankets made rustling noises.
In Texas Governor's race, differences emerge over grid reliability
Republican Greg Abbott and Democrat Beto O'Rourke are split on how to best secure the Texas grid's reliability.
A look at the GOP primary runoff for Texas Attorney General as early voting begins
The political equivalent to a game seven is now underway as early voting began Monday for the Texas primary runoff May 24.
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North Texas homebuyers face high prices, low inventory
North Texas homes are expensive and in short supply. Local experts discuss how buyers can improve their chances.
Texas sets gas price record just before summer travel season
Of the major metropolitan areas surveyed in Texas, drivers in Arlington, Dallas and Fort Worth are paying the most for gasoline.
Ford issues 3 recalls including one for engine fire risk
The company says fires can happen even while the engines are off and is recommending that they be parked outdoors.
ERCOT reassuring Texans that power grid will not fail this summer
The CEO of the power grid operator says they are taking proactive steps and to ensure the grid will hold up.
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.
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FDA approves Pfizer COVID booster shots for kids 5 to 11
Tuesday's decision means anyone 5 years of age and older is now eligible for at least one COVID booster dose.
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.
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North Texas homebuyers face high prices, low inventory
North Texas homes are expensive and in short supply. Local experts discuss how buyers can improve their chances.
Texas sets gas price record just before summer travel season
Of the major metropolitan areas surveyed in Texas, drivers in Arlington, Dallas and Fort Worth are paying the most for gasoline.
Ford issues 3 recalls including one for engine fire risk
The company says fires can happen even while the engines are off and is recommending that they be parked outdoors.
ERCOT reassuring Texans that power grid will not fail this summer
The CEO of the power grid operator says they are taking proactive steps and to ensure the grid will hold up.
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.
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Dallas Mavericks fall to Golden State 112-87 in Game 1
Luka scored 20 points but shot just 6 for 18 and 3 of 10 from deep.
Series preview: Mavericks vs. Warriors
The Dallas Mavericks are one step away from the NBA Finals, but they have to get through the Golden State Warriors to get there.
US Soccer agrees to pay women's and men's teams equally
The federation announced separate collective bargaining agreements through December 2028 with the unions for both national teams on Wednesday.
Pickett picks it: One CBS 11 anchor predicted the Mavs success back in April
While many are surprised to see the Mavs in the Western Conference finals, there’s one person here at CBS 11 who predicted the Mavs would be exactly where they are back in April, before the playoffs even started.
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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CBS unveils 2022-2023 primetime lineup
CBS announced its 2022-2023 primetime programming lineup of CBS Originals, featuring four new dramas and more.
Kendrick Lamar's latest music video features iconic North Texas locations
You may recognize a few iconic North Texas locations in Kendrick Lamar's latest music video.
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."
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Cooler temps forecast next week as front moves in
The front will also bring some much needed rain to North Texas.
Opal Lee honored as Fort Worth's person of the year
Lee, who advocated for federal recognition of Juneteenth, was named Fort Worth Inc's 2022 Person of the Year.
North Texas homebuyers face high prices, low inventory
North Texas homes are expensive and in short supply. Local experts discuss how buyers can improve their chances.
I-Team Update: Gruesome details emerge in newly-released documents in Ira Tobolowsky murder
Gruesome new details have emerged in the high-profile murder of Dallas attorney Ira Tobolowsky.
Dallas spreads its 'Wings' on and off the court
The Wings not only believe this could be the year of their first WNBA title, they also believe they have a major role to play in the community.
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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.
