Men sentenced after making sex slave 'endure horrors beyond imagining'
Handcuffed with a metal collar around her neck and forced to sleep naked at the foot of her 'owner's bed... these are just some of the horrors an alleged 'sex slave' endured.
Sex Trafficking
Family of girl trafficked at Mavs game speaks out
The parents of a North Texas teen have a warning to share: human sex trafficking can happen to your family. This after their daughter went to a Mavs game and disappeared.
Two arrested in Dallas for allegedly sex trafficking teens
Authorities announced on Friday, May 27 that two men have been federally charged for allegedly sex trafficking teenage girls.
Eustace Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Offering to 'Break' Sex Trafficking Victim
Billie Joe Sanford of Eustace, Texas was charged with attempted kidnapping in November 2020 and indicted the next month.
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.
Dallas Police Uncover Sex Trafficking Ring, Make 2 Arrests
Police arrested Arely Lopez-Guzman and Fabiola Cardenas, both allegedly tied to the sale of women for sex.
Texas Law Hinders Efforts To Crack Down On Sex Trafficking, Dallas Police Say
Since 2019, Dallas police have led 22 operations targeting massage businesses they say were fronts for organized crime.
115 Men Arrested In Tarrant County Online Sex Trafficking Sting
Operation Buyer Beware was timed to take advantage of a new state law that went into effect Sept. 1, increasing the penalty for soliciting sex from a misdemeanor, to a felony.
Sha Kendrick Smith Charged With Sex Trafficking Of Minor Following Amber Alert For 13-Year-Old Houston Girl
The 13-year-old girl at the center of an Amber Alert has been found and the suspect was arrested and charged with sex trafficking of a minor.
Texas Amber Alert Issued For 13-Year-Old Leilana Graham Last Seen In September In Northeast Houston
FBI Houston said they were searching for Leilana Graham who was last seen on Sept. 20 in the 10500 block of Rockaway Drive in northeast Houston.
Boston Man Sentenced For Bringing Women To North Texas To Work In Sex Trade
Officials say he brought women to Texas specifically for the purpose of having them perform sex acts for money, now Daniel Bennett is headed to federal prison.
Dallas Man Anthony Acy Found Guilty Of Trafficking 14-Year-Old Girl And Adult For Sex
After less than a half hour of deliberation, a federal jury in Dallas convicted Anthony Lennell Acy, of child sex trafficking and sex trafficking by force, fraud, and coercion.
Amarillo Resident Deziree Lujan Sentenced For Intimidating Sex Trafficking Victim
A Texas woman was sentenced to nearly 3 years in federal prison for harassing a sex trafficking victim in an attempt to get her to not testifying against her pimp.
Drugged, Sexually Trafficked Missing Girl Rescued From North Texas Motel, Suspect Arrested
Jesse Lee Manuel, 50, is in custody charged with Trafficking a Child to Engage in Sexual Conduct, Delivery of a Controlled Substance to a Minor, and Sexual Assault of a Child.
'It Happens To Boys Too', First Male Sex-Trafficking Shelter To Open In Denton
Six to eight young men, ages 18 to 24, will be able to stay at Bob's House of Hope.
Texas Man Accused Of Sex Trafficking For Allegedly Taking Young Girl Out Of State For Prostitution
Jamel Muldrew, 32, of Houston, is charged with sex trafficking of a minor, interstate transportation of a person to engage in prostitution, and enticement of a person to travel interstate for prostitution.
31 DFW-Area Minors Recovered, Rescued In Month-Long Operation
At least seven recoveries were of critically missing children with ties to sex trafficking.
Denton Man William Adam Jonathan Smith Sentenced To 15 Years In Prison For Trafficking 17-Year-Old Girl
According to evidence presented during his trial, Smith, 31, met and befriended the 17-year-old victim in the summer of 2019.
'Nothing Will Hold Me Back Anymore' Says Texas Sex Trafficking Survivor Rebekah Charleston After Presidential Pardon
Rebekah Charleston said receiving a full pardon from President Donald Trump is a gift.
Former Sex Trafficking Victim From North Texas Rebekah Charleston Pardoned By President Trump
"Rebekah Charleston's pardon is supported by her friends, family, and even the Special Agent who arrested her in 2006 for tax evasion," the statement from the president's press secretary said.
Dallas Man, Another Charged With Sex Trafficking After Allegedly Buying And Selling 19-Year-Old "Sex Slave"
The U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas says two men bought and sold a 19-year-old girl as a "sex slave", now the pair have been charged with human trafficking.
Plano Police Investigate Viral Post Of Attempted Child Sex Trafficking
The posting depicts a minor child who is standing and wearing a red dress.
Two 'Johns' In Texas Indicted For Allegedly Purchasing Sex From 13-Year-Old Trafficking Victim
Officials confirm two men, who allegedly purchased sex from a 13-year-old, have been arrested in Dallas and charged with child sex trafficking.
Long-Term Safe House For Male Sex Trafficking Victims Opening In Denton, CEO Says It's 'First In The Country'
CEO of Ranch Hands Rescue Counseling Center and Animal Sanctuary Bob Williams announced plans to open a long-term safe house exclusively catering to male victims of sex trafficking 18-24 years old.
Denton Man Convicted Of Trafficking 17-Year-Old Girl; Faces Up To Life In Prison
According to evidence presented at court, William Adam Jonathan Smith met and befriended the 17-year-old victim in the summer of 2019.
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DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
Lyons Magnus expands voluntary recall to include more products
The products being recalled could be contaminated with bacteria that cause food poisoning, including botulism.
Cowboys legend DeMarcus Ware gives a motivational message to local college interns
On the campus of UT Southwestern, he encouraged college students to tackle their life goals.
Dad accidentally shoots 9-year-old son, killing him
Law enforcement officials are investigating after a father accidentally shot his 9-year-old son on Aug. 9, killing him.
See the Perseid Meteor Shower this weekend
You won't need binoculars to witness this event, just look up to the sky!
Beto O'Rourke blasts heckler during speech on Uvalde shooting in Mineral Wells
The Democratic gubernatorial candidate went viral after video showed him cursing at a heckler in Mineral Wells.
Man, woman found dead inside RV in Parker County
The Tarrant County Medical Examiner's Office later identified the pair as Jennifer Lauren Galaway, 52, and David Dale Galaway, 48.
Fort Worth ISD looking to hire more school bus drivers
Fort Worth ISD is still looking to hire 40 more drivers ahead of the school year.
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DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
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Dad accidentally shoots 9-year-old son, killing him
Law enforcement officials are investigating after a father accidentally shot his 9-year-old son on Aug. 9, killing him.
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FBI: more young people are being targeted for sextortion scams
Criminals convince victims to send compromising photos, then threaten to release the images if ransom isn't paid.
Black and Hispanic murders are less likely to be solved | The reasons why are complicated
New research by the CBS News Innovation Lab shows the likelihood of a murder being solved in the US is significantly lower when the victims are Black or Hispanic.
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.
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DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
Beto O'Rourke blasts heckler during speech on Uvalde shooting in Mineral Wells
The Democratic gubernatorial candidate went viral after video showed him cursing at a heckler in Mineral Wells.
Trump says he took the Fifth in New York fraud investigation
The deposition is part of a wide-ranging probe into Trump's business practices by New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Trump says Mar-a-Lago was "raided" by FBI
Two sources confirmed to CBS News that the search warrant was connected to White House records.
Senate passes climate, health and tax bill in major win for Democrats
The bill's passage is a significant achievement for Democrats as they look to maintain their hold on Congress in the November midterm elections.
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Tax-free weekend brings thousands to shopping malls across North Texas
It's a chance for shoppers to get deals on back-to-school supplies or even just treat themselves.
Tax-free weekend a chance for back-to-school shoppers to save big
Tax-free weekend in Texas is officially here, and shoppers are already taking advantage of the annual sales tax holiday.
H-E-B issuing all-store recall for mint chocolate chip ice cream
Officials say the products contain wheat but that it is not declared on the label.
Tips and tricks for saving on that grocery bill from the Culinary School of Fort Worth
CBS 11 News went to the Culinary School of Fort Worth for a few tips and tricks people can use to save money on their grocery bills.
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?
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CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
H-E-B issuing all-store recall for mint chocolate chip ice cream
Officials say the products contain wheat but that it is not declared on the label.
Banana Boat spray sunscreens sold nationwide recalled over carcinogen
No injuries or deaths related to the products have been reported, the company said.
WHO declares monkeypox a global emergency
The World Health Organization says the expanding monkeypox outbreak in more than 70 countries is an "extraordinary" situation that now qualifies as a global emergency.
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Tax-free weekend brings thousands to shopping malls across North Texas
It's a chance for shoppers to get deals on back-to-school supplies or even just treat themselves.
25th annual DFW Restaurant Week begins August 8
It's the second-largest restaurant week in the country, second only to New York City's.
Tax-free weekend a chance for back-to-school shoppers to save big
Tax-free weekend in Texas is officially here, and shoppers are already taking advantage of the annual sales tax holiday.
Cracker Barrel sparks uproar for plant-based sausage critics say is "woke"
The post sparked strong reactions from its followers, with many complaining that Cracker Barrel should not be offering the meat alternative.
H-E-B issuing all-store recall for mint chocolate chip ice cream
Officials say the products contain wheat but that it is not declared on the label.
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Brittney Griner's teammates react to "devastating" prison sentence
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Rangers win 3-2 over White Sox in debuts of 2 former 1st-rounders
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The ultimate Cowboys fan and the pledge made to her by Jerry Jones
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Iman Shumpert arrested at Texas airport for pot possession
Former NBA player Iman Shumpert was arrested at the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport last weekend for allegedly trying to bring six ounces of cannabis through security.
Orioles win 6-3 for 1st-ever season series sweep of Rangers
Jonah Heim and Marcus Semien homered for Texas, which lost its seventh consecutive home game and dropped a season-worst 12 games under .500 at 46-58 overall.
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Issey Miyake, Japanese fashion maverick, dies at 84
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Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
Vin Scully, legendary Dodgers broadcaster, dies at age 94
"His voice will always be heard and etched in all of our minds forever," Dodgers president and CEO Stan Kasten said in a statement.
Pat Carroll, voice of Ursula in "The Little Mermaid," dies at 95
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Nichelle Nichols, groundbreaking "Star Trek" star, dies at age 89
After "Star Trek," Nichols went on to become a recruiter for NASA, playing a key role in helping recruit people of color and female astronauts.
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Cowboys legend DeMarcus Ware gives a motivational message for local college interns
On the campus of UT Southwestern, he encouraged college students to tackle their life goals.
When and where can you check out the Perseid Meteor Shower this weekend?
CBS 11's Meteorologist Dominic Brown shares where, and what times you will have the best view of the Perseid Meteor Shower. You won't even need binoculars to witness this event!
Your Thursday Afternoon Headlines, August 11th, 2022
El Paso sinkhole rescue, Judge: Walgreens contributed to opioid crisis, Buses filled with migrants from the Texas border continue to arrive in New York City, Economists hope for the future, Dallas city council approves "Reproductive Rights Resolution" which de-criminalizes abortions, Judge denies request to force DPS to release records from Uvalde shooting, Coke's latest limited-time flavor tastes like dreams?
Hot temperatures the big story across North Texas as rain chances diminish
Areas south of I-20 could see scattered showers and storms, but most of us will remain dry.
Students head to class for the first time at new Denton high school
Denton High School students already toured the new facility, but began learning in it this morning.
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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.
