Bastrop ISD teacher charged with online solicitation of minor
James Austin Byrd is accused of contacting who he thought was a 15-year-old female via the anonymous Whisper chat platform to meet.
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James Austin Byrd is accused of contacting who he thought was a 15-year-old female via the anonymous Whisper chat platform to meet.
Dallas police are using teleconferencing apps to reduce the time needed for victims to report auto thefts.
A man is in stable condition after he was shot in the elbow.
Fentanyl in Fort Worth: In Part II, we watch as detectives set up a drug deal at a popular park in the middle of the afternoon.
Investigators say they still do not have any leads on the suspect or the suspect's vehicle and are asking the public to contact them if they have any information that could help.
"We had well over 1,500 less victims of violent crime this year than we had last year," says Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia.
19-year-old Christopher Preciado and his 53-year-old father, Ramon, are facing charges in the deaths of Savanah Soto and Matthew Guerra.
Who killed Amber Hagerman? Twenty-eight years later, police still don't know.
It was a frightening New Year's weekend for a woman in Uptown, when a stray bullet came through her apartment wall and landed on the floor.
When a man knocked on the Barr family home last Saturday talking about the neighbors' trees, it didn't seem unusual.
A 1-year-old survived a gunshot wound to the head News Year's Eve after someone shot the child during a drive-by in Mesquite.
A 16-year-old will face a manslaughter charge and aggravated assault charge after two 14-year-olds were shot Friday.
Denton police say an intoxicated 18-year-old crashed into the back of a car while trying to avoid being pulled over.
Police responded to reports of a shots fired at Parks Mall at Arlington Thursday evening.
Arlington police say the fight started after one person spoke to someone else's girlfriend.
Investigators say Ira Lollis, 60-years-old, was assaulted in Dallas by unknown individuals.
The first thing Gypsy Rose Blanchard wanted to do after she's freed? Meet Taylor Swift.
The Dallas Police Department is asking for information on an incident that occurred in the 9500 block of Scyene Road.
Starting in March, Texas will give police even broader power to arrest migrants while also allowing local judges to order them out of the U.S. under a new law signed by Republican Gov. Greg Abbott.
Police say they believe the robber targeted the same business a week ago.
Police are searching for a suspect after three teens were shot in Dallas early Thursday morning.
Police say an argument over missing items in the home led to the shooting.
The video reveals a series of events leading up to the shooting, with the family now planning to pursue a federal civil rights lawsuit, emphasizing that the officer's use of deadly force was unwarranted despite the discovery of weapons in the car.
Flores has been charged with collision involving death and has a hold for Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Police say the homicide rate decreased by more than 20% compared to the same time last year.
An Afghan father who served with U.S. forces dies in ICE custody less than a day after being arrested in North Texas.
Cooper Flagg scored 27 points, Naji Marshall added 25 and the Dallas Mavericks bounced back from a 33-point loss to Cleveland two days ago to defeat the Cavaliers 130-120.
Duke is the top overall seed in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament, with Arizona, Michigan, and Florida also landing on the No. 1 line.
The strategic shipping lane carries a fifth of the world's oil. Analysts warn prolonged disruption could send fuel prices soaring and trigger a global economic slowdown.
Both directions of I-35E in Denton are open after being temporarily closed due to wind-blown construction debris.
An Afghan father who served with U.S. forces dies in ICE custody less than a day after being arrested in North Texas.
There are currently six watches, warnings, and advisories across North Texas.
Cooper Flagg scored 27 points, Naji Marshall added 25 and the Dallas Mavericks bounced back from a 33-point loss to Cleveland two days ago to defeat the Cavaliers 130-120.
Duke is the top overall seed in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament, with Arizona, Michigan, and Florida also landing on the No. 1 line.
Sources say the man, known publicly as Mike King, used aliases while running an off‑duty police job service and serving on the congresswoman's security team.
The state is already home to nearly 400 data centers, but hundreds more are in the works.
The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
It started with a complaint from a male officer.
Austin medical supply business accused of Medicare fraud, funneling millions overseas, federal complaint says.
As Texas, in recent years, has experienced an increase in its infant mortality rate, it has seen a growing interest in bereavement care for families.
A man accused of plotting to assassinate top U.S. political leaders on behalf of Iran's powerful paramilitary Revolutionary Guard was found guilty in his federal trial last week.
U.S. intelligence has circulated to President Trump's inner circle that Iran's late supreme leader had misgivings about his son replacing him, viewing Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei as not very bright.
North Texas Republican Rep. Roger Williams sat down with CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink.
For the first time, Democratic Congressman Marc Veasey of Fort Worth is opening up about his decision not to run for re-election in the 33rd Congressional District or any other elected office in this year's election cycle.
Sen. John Cornyn reversed his position on killing the filibuster amid pressure from President Trump, Ken Paxton.
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
The McKinney Fire Chief already has AED's placed in all police and fire vehicles.
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
Cooper Flagg scored 27 points, Naji Marshall added 25 and the Dallas Mavericks bounced back from a 33-point loss to Cleveland two days ago to defeat the Cavaliers 130-120.
Duke is the top overall seed in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament, with Arizona, Michigan, and Florida also landing on the No. 1 line.
Kyle Kirkwood keeps taking it to the streets in IndyCar.
The U.S. became the first nation to sweep the hockey tournaments at the Olympics and Paralympics.
Jason Robertson had two goals and two assists to tie a career high in points and Jamie Benn also scored twice as the surging Dallas Stars beat the Edmonton Oilers 7-2.
Hollywood's biggest stars are gearing up for the 98th annual Academy Awards. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
