Mesquite student arrested after firearm found in backpack on first day of school
A John Horn High School student was arrested after administrators found a gun in his backpack on the first day of school.
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A John Horn High School student was arrested after administrators found a gun in his backpack on the first day of school.
The Dallas Police Department Special Investigations Unit and the U.S. Marshals Service are investigating the incident.
"Cockfighting is an inhumane, age-old practice that is primarily associated to other illegal activities such as gambling and trafficking."
Police are investigating after an officer returned fire after a man shot at him at the Red Crown Inn in Southeast Dallas.
As the officers entered the room, Osmer walked out of the bathroom and began shooting at them.
Major changes go into effect next month on how child abuse investigations in Texas are conducted.
A 22-year-old Collin County woman faces animal cruelty charges after landscapers discovered the remains of dozens of animals, some still chained and in cages.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized nearly 61 pounds of the psychedelic controlled substance dimethyltryptamine (DMT) on July 26.
Fort Worth police said Ora Griffin was killed around 4:40 a.m. Friday when 14 shots were fired into her home.
Trump is expected to appear in court Thursday for his first hearing in a case unlike any other in U.S. history.
The jury had to choose between the death penalty and life in prison for the gunman who killed 11 people and injured seven others in the 2018 attack.
Adrian Favila was caught after Midlothian police received a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children that child pornopraphy was being uploaded onto Dropbox from an address in the city.
The Plano Police Department has arrested 15 people for buying sex within city limits this summer.
A 54-year-old U.S. citizen was busted at the Texas-Mexico border trying to smuggle three children into America
Embattled Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's years-delayed trial on securities fraud charges will have to wait until his separate impeachment trial is concluded, lawyers and the judge in the case said Thursday.
"If you live, work or play in this community, you have to do more," Bruce Carter said. "If you can invest in a kid's life, it matters. It takes them to the next level."
A 36-year-old man is in custody, charged with the murder of a woman in southeast Oak Cliff last week, police say.
The Mesquite Police Department has identified JaTravion Rudd, 20, as the victim of a July 31 homicide.
Video from Chopper 11 showed numerous police officers, some talking to people, others looking into or at cars within the area taped off.
The Arlington Police Department arrested three teenagers in connection to a string of vandalism over the weekend.
On Aug. 10, 1997, police received a call reporting that a woman was found dead inside her Fort Worth home. She was later identified as 56-year-old Verna Dennis.
Tony Sullivan, 28, has pleaded guilty to breaking into the homes of multiple North Texas donut shop owners.
Arlington police are investigating after 17 cars were tagged with racist and vulgar graffiti between Friday night and Saturday morning in multiple neighborhoods.
Police in Irving are actively looking for two men accused of stealing an electric scooter and two rifles from an 87-year-old man.
Thirty-two-year-old Rance Ray Magby was the only other occupant of the residence and is believed to be responsible for Knapp's death.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
It's not yet clear what led up to the shooting.
A heat advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Saturday night due to a heat index, known as the feels-like value, reaching up to 107 degrees.
Two people were arrested as barriers around American Airlines Center restricted access to nearby establishments.
The city's public safety unions say the city manager missed a scheduled meeting as police and firefighter contracts near expiration.
It's not yet clear what led up to the shooting.
A heat advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Saturday night due to a heat index, known as the feels-like value, reaching up to 107 degrees.
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink sat down with President Trump for an exclusive interview during the president's visit to North Texas.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Two people were arrested as barriers around American Airlines Center restricted access to nearby establishments.
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
The court filing did not indicate what charges David Rush could plead to.
The trial of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and three other alleged 9/11 plotters is scheduled to begin in June 2028.
Four former presidents were at the World Trade Center memorial site for 9/11 commemorations, while President Trump spoke at the Pentagon.
A California couple's surrogate who refused their wishes to have an abortion has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene in a custody dispute over the 4-week-old child, who was born in Texas with a serious heart defect.
It began as a gathering in a park with protest songs and speeches from opponents of President Trump and turned into a march down the streets of Dallas, with riot police and mounted patrols blocking protesters from getting close to the AAC.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
President Trump's speech at the Republican National Committee convention touched on the polarizing NBA trade that sent superstar guard Luka Dončić from the Mavericks to the Lakers.
Barry Melrose, a hockey player-turned-coach who led the Los Angeles Kings to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final before going on to a long career in broadcasting the sport, has died at 70.
Ben Shelton ended Carlos Alcaraz's title reign in the latest-finishing match in U.S. Open history, pulling out the victory in a marathon tussle that ended at 3:33 a.m. Wednesday.
Breanna Stewart had 19 points, seven rebounds and six assists to help the U.S. win its 33rd in a row in the tournament.
Dallas Cowboys left guard Tyler Smith will miss at least the first month of the season because of a left thumb injury that needs surgery.
The Metro Nashville Airport Authority board voted 6-0 on Friday to begin the process of changing the name and said a final name has not been chosen.
Stella Parton gives insight into her sister Dolly Parton's marriage, makeup habits and views on death in an exclusive CBS News interview.
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
Ben Shelton ended Carlos Alcaraz's title reign in the latest-finishing match in U.S. Open history, pulling out the victory in a marathon tussle that ended at 3:33 a.m. Wednesday.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
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.
