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.
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DART driver Samson Assefa Lemma arrested on charge of sexually assaulting disabled passenger
Detectives are searching for more potential victims of Samson Assefa Lemma, a DART contract driver who was arrested for aggravated sexual assault of a disabled person.
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
UNT Police Issue Crime Alert After Alleged Sexual Assault On-Campus
University of North Texas police are warning students to remain wary when meeting people on dating apps after a report of an alleged sexual assault inside a resident room.
Esteban Gonzalez Zambrano Sentenced To 60 Years For Aggravated Sexual Assault Of A Child
Esteban Gonzalez Zambrano, 29, of Maypearl, was sentenced to 60 years in prison for aggravated sexual assault of a child.
Alan Wilson, 41, Arrested After Asking Undercover Agent Posing As 14-Year-Old For Sex
Alan Wilson, 41, was arrested after answering an ad he thought a 14-year-old seeking babysitting jobs placed with an offer of money for sex.
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.
Men Who Allegedly Kidnapped South Dallas 14-Year-Old Charged With Production Of Child Pornography
Two men who allegedly kidnapped a 14-year-old girl off the streets of Dallas were charged with producing sexually explicit images of the child.
Dallas Police Department Searching For Man Who Abducted, Raped Victim At Gunpoint
The Dallas Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying a man who abducted and raped a victim on December 29, 2021.
Fort Worth Detectives Searching For Man Who Robbed, Sexually Assaulted Woman At Gunpoint
Fort Worth detectives are searching for an armed rapist who forced his way into a woman's apartment, then robbed and sexually assaulted her at gunpoint.
Derick Tobar-Gonzalez Sentenced For Stalking, Kidnapping, Raping Ex-Girlfriend
Doctors who treated the victim explained that, as a result of the attack by Tobar-Gonzalez, the victim is permanently disabled and has permanent vision loss.
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.
Gov. Greg Abbott 'Getting Fire From Both Sides' Following Comments About New Abortion Law And Rape
Governor Greg Abbott's comments on the new fetal heartbeat law received national attention, but perhaps not the reaction he was looking for.
Gov. Greg Abbott Says Texas Aims To 'Eliminate All Rapists From The Streets' While Defending Abortion Law
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said the Heartbeat Act does not force rape and incest victims to give birth, even though it prohibits abortions before some women know they're pregnant.
Captured: Repeat Child Sex Offenders On Texas 10 Most Wanted List Arrested
Bryant Keith Martin Jr., of Amarillo, was arrested on Aug. 16 in Amarillo. Joseph Darwin Watson, of Hamilton, was captured on Aug. 18 in Stephenville.
28-Year-Old Mexican Citizen Wanted For Rape Caught At Texas-Mexico Border
Agents apprehended Jose Jorge Romanis Beltran on August 16 at the Colombia-Solidarity Bridge.
18-Year-Old Man Who Broke Into Plano Home And Raped Woman Sentenced To 55 Years In Prison
Laxavier Whittley then violently sexually assaulted the victim for over an hour. After that, he demanded money, jewelry, and firearms before he left.
Arrest Made In Case Of Rape, Murder Of Laura Marie Purchase 38 Years Ago
Thirty-eight-years later to the day, Montgomery County Cold Case Detectives collected DNA from the man now charged with raping, strangling and setting Laura Marie Purchase on fire.
Convicted Rapist Henry Anthony Taylor And Child Sex Predator Marcus Lee Torres Added To Texas 10 Most Wanted List
Two convicted sex offenders, Marcus Lee Torres and Henry Anthony Taylor are on the run.
13 Men Arrested For Online Solicitation Of A Minor In Collin County
Under Operation Hercules, investigators also seized electronic devices used by the suspects that will be forensically examined by the Child Exploitation Unit for evidence.
Federal Jury Convicts West Texas Man Felipe Mata-Benavidez Of Child Pornography Crimes
The FBI says Felipe Mata-Benavidez of Muleshoe attempted to rape an 11-year-old girl who he had forced to send lewd images to his phone.
Former Agent Accuses US Border Patrol Of Abuse And Corruption, Says She Doesn't Trust Agency
A former Border Patrol agent criticized the federal agency's internal culture, accusing it of promoting an environment of abuse and corruption.
Houston-Area Priest Manuel La Rosa-Lopez Pleads Guilty To Child Indecency Counts
The two counts La Rosa-Lopez pleaded guilty to arise from allegations made against him while he was a priest at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Conroe, located just north of Houston.
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Hundreds rally at Denton City Hall as Council discusses reproductive rights during Tuesday's meeting
The Denton City Council considered a non-binding motion supporting reproductive rights and both sides spoke out about it during Tuesday night's meeting.
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.
Four new murder indictments for suspected serial killer give victim's family validation
A Collin County grand jury Tuesday slapped suspected serial killer Billy Chemirmir with four new capital murder indictments.
UT Regents approve $16.5 in funding for student mental health and safety resources
In a special meeting called on Tuesday, the Board of Regents approved the allocation of $16.5 million over the next five years to all 13 UT institutions.
Senator John Cornyn, Congressman Marc Veasey discuss migrant deaths in San Antonio, Roe v Wade
CBS 11 asked both Veasey and Cornyn if there could be bipartisan legislation that's passed in Congress following this tragedy.
Dallas police asking for public's help identifying suspects in Dave & Buster's shooting
A fist fight outside of Dave & Buster's in Dallas on June 22 turned fatal after Willie Najera, 28, was shot.
Burleson woman hit by stray bullet in a drug deal gone wrong
Kathryn Bryan was a chemical engineer and like every other day for the past 43 years, she would drive home to Arlington, but on Friday, she didn't make it home.
Some airline pilots offered triple pay through Fourth of July weekend
Are there enough pilots to fly planes this Fourth of July weekend?
Judge removed from former Fort Worth police officer Aaron Dean's case
A former state appellate court justice granted the defense's motion for recusal Tuesday after attorneys successfully argued Judge David Hagerman showed bias against them during a recent hearing about the trial date he set.
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Hundreds rally at Denton City Hall as Council discusses reproductive rights during Tuesday's meeting
The Denton City Council considered a non-binding motion supporting reproductive rights and both sides spoke out about it during Tuesday night's meeting.
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.
Four new murder indictments for suspected serial killer give victim's family validation
A Collin County grand jury Tuesday slapped suspected serial killer Billy Chemirmir with four new capital murder indictments.
UT Regents approve $16.5 in funding for student mental health and safety resources
In a special meeting called on Tuesday, the Board of Regents approved the allocation of $16.5 million over the next five years to all 13 UT institutions.
Senator John Cornyn, Congressman Marc Veasey discuss migrant deaths in San Antonio, Roe v Wade
CBS 11 asked both Veasey and Cornyn if there could be bipartisan legislation that's passed in Congress following this tragedy.
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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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Senator John Cornyn, Congressman Marc Veasey discuss migrant deaths in San Antonio, Roe v Wade
CBS 11 asked both Veasey and Cornyn if there could be bipartisan legislation that's passed in Congress following this tragedy.
Rep. Veasey on immigration, Roe V. Wade overturned
Jack Fink spoke with Rep. Marc Veasey (D-Texas 33rd district) about the 50+ people that were found dead in a tractor trailer in San Antonio, the recently passed gun bill that is now law, and the decision by the US Supreme Court to overturn Roe V. Wade.
Full Interview: Senator John Cornyn
Jack Fink spoke with Senator John Cornyn (R-Texas) about the 50 people found dead inside a tractor trailer in San Antonio, Senator Cornyn's role in passing the historic gun bill that's now law, the decision by the Supreme Court to overturn Roe V. Wade, and more.
"Women are going to die": Hillary Clinton on Roe being overturned
Hillary Clinton said that the overturning of Roe v. Wade should be a wake-up call for Americans.
Jan. 6 committee adds surprise hearing
The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol attack announced a surprise public hearing. The committee is set to hear from a potential key witness: A former top aide to Mark Meadows. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
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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.
Gas prices surge as Texans hit the road for the holiday weekend
More than 3 million Texans are expected to travel this Memorial Day Weekend and most of them will be hitting the road. According to AAA, their trips come at a time when gas prices continue to surge.
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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.
Two Cowboys Hall of Famers come together to tackle diabetes
Cowboys Hall of Famers Cliff Harris and Charles Haley share their personal connection to diabetes, and how they're combining to tackle the cause.
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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.
'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.
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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.
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.
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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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Rain chances go up heading into the weekend
Fourth of July looks hot and sunny!
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.
Area workers say they thought the tractor-trailer with dead migrants was lost
Before cries for help were heard, area workers said they saw the tractor-trailer driving back and forth.
Hundreds rally at Denton City Hall as Council discusses reproductive rights during Tuesday's meeting
The Denton City Council considered a non-binding motion supporting reproductive rights and both sides spoke out about it during Tuesday night's meeting.
Fourth of July to be clear and sunny
Saturday and Sunday have chances of rain.
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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.
