North Texas man sentenced to death in murder of 26-year-old mother of two
The mother's body was found in the crawl space under Valerian "Will" O'Steen's pier-and-beam rental home in Fort Worth.
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The mother's body was found in the crawl space under Valerian "Will" O'Steen's pier-and-beam rental home in Fort Worth.
Arlington police do not believe this was a random attack and that the woman likely knew her killer. No arrests have been made at this time.
Wyandotte County District Attorney Mark Dupree said deputy Richard Fatherley was charged with second-degree murder and an alternative count of involuntary manslaughter.
The FBI is asking for help identifying the suspect who robbed a Fort Worth bank using fireworks as a weapon on Sept. 4.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University.
Video from the CBS News Texas Chopper shows a body and a trail of blood outside of a room on the motel's ground floor.
Yordanis Cobos-Martinez, 37, is in custody and charged with capital murder. In addition to that charge, he has an immigration hold for allegedly being in the U.S. without authorization, according to Dallas County Jail records.
Jay Dejuan Allen, 36, was arrested on Sept. 9 and charged with aggravated kidnapping with a deadly weapon and unauthorized contract with bail bond surety.
Cindy Rodriguez Singh was arrested in India last month by the FBI.
Her family said there was nothing more important to her than loving and caring for her son.
A Frisco woman said she lost $32,800 to a sophisticated bitcoin scam involving multiple people claiming to be with her bank and the Federal Reserve.
An 18-year-old arrested in connection to the shooting is set to make a court appearance on Monday.
City leaders launch a new initiative to protect the $24 billion nighttime economy, with a focus on safety, inclusion, and readiness for global events.
Police are urging parents to talk with their children about the seriousness of the offenses, while reiterating the district's zero-tolerance policy.
Cesar Pascual Orozco, 40, was extradited from Mexico to Texas and is now in custody at the Dallas County Jail.
The district attorney's office said one victim told investigators she had "waited 40 years" to receive closure.
DeSoto police said the shooting happened around 3 a.m. Thursday at a sports bar located at 900 W. Belt Line Road.
Johnson County Judge Christopher Boedeker said the county received a written sexual harassment complaint on June 30.
Plano police say the suspect used a device to block cash withdrawals, then returned to steal the "trapped" money.
Fort Worth police said the shooting happened just after 11:30 p.m. on Carol Oaks Lane.
Valerie Laguna, 26, was found dead in a cemetery in 2005. After two decades, a suspect has been charged with murder.
The families of the two children who were shot and killed early Wednesday morning at Annunciation Catholic Church in southwest Minneapolis spoke out for the first time Thursday afternoon.
Adam King was elected Johnson County sheriff in 2016 and is currently serving his third term.
Lawrence Bean's license was suspended on Aug. 13 after he was charged with indecency with a child.
In the weeks since President Trump deployed the National Guard to Washington, D.C., violent crime is down vs. the same time last year.
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
Investigators are searching a New Mexico ranch where Jeffrey Epstein once entertained guests, amid allegations that it may have been used for sexual abuse and sex trafficking.
A First Alert Weather Day is in place for both Tuesday and Wednesday due to the threat of severe weather.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that it would be the "most intense day" of strikes against Iran so far.
Markets stem losses as Trump says Iran war will end "very soon," but Tehran says it's "prepared to continue attacking" indefinitely, and it won't let oil leave the Gulf.
A First Alert Weather Day is in place for both Tuesday and Wednesday due to the threat of severe weather.
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
Investigators are searching a New Mexico ranch where Jeffrey Epstein once entertained guests, amid allegations that it may have been used for sexual abuse and sex trafficking.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that it would be the "most intense day" of strikes against Iran so far.
Markets stem losses as Trump says Iran war will end "very soon," but Tehran says it's "prepared to continue attacking" indefinitely, and it won't let oil leave the Gulf.
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.
Internal turmoil, missing records, and clashing narratives raise new questions about the nonprofit's management and oversight.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that it would be the "most intense day" of strikes against Iran so far.
After waiting more than 4 hours to vote, a Dallas County woman says poll workers asked her to return her ballot.
Two teen mariachi musicians detained by ICE in South Texas spark bipartisan criticism as their family seeks asylum.
At a Miami-area news conference Monday, President Trump said he expects the war in Iran to end "very soon," but also called it "the beginning of building a new country."
Mojtaba Khamenei was named Iran's new supreme leader following the death of his father in the U.S.-Israeli strikes.
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.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
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.
The PPA says the sport has grown by 300% over the past year.
The Cowboys are working to shore up their secondary by agreeing to a contract with free agent safety Jalen Thompson to a reported 3-year, $36 million contract.
The Cowboys will send a 4th-round pick to Green Bay.
Olivia Miles, the league player of the year, scored 17 points for No. 1 seed TCU (29-5), even though she played most of the way in foul trouble.
Blackhawks rookie forward Oliver Moore left midway through the first period after three shifts with an undisclosed injury when sliding into the end boards seconds after assisting on Rinzel's goal.
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."
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
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.
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