Driver who hit pedestrian had been shot before accident, Dallas police say
According to DPD, at about 8:25 p.m. Tuesday, officers responded to a shooting call in the 8000 block of West Virginia Drive.
Federal judge rules strikes down Texas ban on drag shows again
U.S. District Judge David Hittner originally ruled the law was unconstitutional in September 2023.
Man rescued from underground tank in Rockwall
The man, who was successfully extricated from the tank, was conscious as he was brought to the surface, officials said.
2 Fort Worth firefighters suffer burn injuries in house fire, officials say
FWFD said as firefighters made their way to the second floor, they were met with a sudden burst of heat and flames.
2 hospitalized, 3 treated on scene after Fort Worth apartment fire, officials say
Shortly after arrival, crews had to battle the fire defensively, as the blaze grew and called in more firefighters to assist.
Ross Fire explodes to over 80,000 acres, forces evacuations in North Texas
The Ross wildfire has burned more than 80,000 acres across Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forcing evacuations, closing roads and disrupting schools.
Royse City officer fired after viral pool confrontation, department says
Internal Affairs said the officer who had been on administrative leave since the incident "did violate department standards, policies and procedures."
North Texas officers find exotic animal in sweltering heat
When officers arrived, they found the small mammal, known as a kinkajou, notably hot and thirsty.
Fireworks in bathroom prompt police response at Fort Worth high school, officials say
The Fort Worth Police Department said the incident was initially reported as a shooting at Arlington Heights High School.
Judge could decide Saturday whether Karmelo Anthony gets new murder trial after tense two‑day hearing
The defense said that during the first murder trial against Anthony, the private off-the-record agreements made it impossible for him to have a fair trial.
Man accused of shooting woman in Duncanville road rage incident, police say
Police said the suspect allegedly fired one round at the victim's vehicle before fleeing from the scene, going westbound on the highway.
Suspect in custody after chase ends in Fort Worth, police say
According to FWPD, Sansom Park police officers were pursuing a vehicle "that had committed a felony offense" when Fort Worth officers joined in to assist.
5-year-old girl dies after being left in hot car in Garland, police say
First responders located the 5-year-old and immediately began lifesaving measures, taking over for family members. The child was transported to the hospital, where she was later pronounced dead, police confirmed.
Here are the winners of the 2026 Big Tex Choice Awards
The competition consisted of four categories: the "Most Creative," "Best Taste Savory," "Best Taste Sweet" and "Best Taste Sipper."
18-year-old detained for shooting, killing teen in DeSoto, police say
When officers arrived at the crime scene, they found the 18-year-old victim suffering from a single gunshot wound to the chest.