Jury Sentences Former North Texas Officer To 15 Years In Prison For Murder
At 9:36 p.m. Wednesday, the jury sentenced Roy Oliver to 15 years in prison and a fine of $10,000 for the murder of Jordan Edwards.
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At 9:36 p.m. Wednesday, the jury sentenced Roy Oliver to 15 years in prison and a fine of $10,000 for the murder of Jordan Edwards.
The 11-year-old resident of Irving was infected during recent travel to India.
"I just want to say I'm happy. It's been a hard year. I'm just really happy," said Jordan Edwards' father Odell Edwards.
Jessica Benton confessed to numerous sexual encounters with an 11-year-old boy after police arrested her in September 2016.
A now suspended Louisiana State University offensive lineman is out on bond after being arrested in Dallas County.
Lynette Smith-Clay broke her silence about her complaint and explained how difficult it was for her to come forward and share her story.
Strong storms, some of them severe, moved through North Texas Saturday evening, leaving behind damage and wet conditions for residents.
The Dallas County jury determined Friday that the seats were unreasonably dangerous and Toyota failed to warn of those dangers.
The person died on July 7 when the high was 96 degrees at DFW Airport.
The body of a North Richland Hills man who went missing in February was recovered from the Trinity River on Wednesday, authorities say.
Dallas Mayor Pro Tem Dwaine Caraway pleaded guilty to federal corruption charges, and resigned from his position. The former city leader now faces up to seven years in prison.
Five days after Dallas Mayor Pro Tem Dwaine Caraway voted in favor of putting cameras on school buses, he was at a liquor store cashing a check for $5,000.
The first West Nile virus death of 2018 has been reported by the Dallas County Health and Human Services.
The 70-year-old and 63-year-old patients lived in Dallas.
Dallas County Criminal Court Judge Shequitta Kelly says she has an idea for a new approach to get guns away from domestic abusers.
School-aged children can get immunized for free at New Light Church's Back-To-School Bash Saturday, July 28 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Fourteen horses, including six mini horses were seized after allegedly suffering cruel mistreatment.
An investigation last November showed how William and Heather Schwab moved from home to home, lying on applications and then refusing to pay rent. Now, they are both behind bars.
A teenager from East Texas found himself in a lot of trouble on Thursday morning after police chased him from Longview to Dallas. That is a pursuit which covered roughly 130 miles.
A vehicle with six teenagers inside led Dallas County sheriff's deputies on a pursuit early Saturday morning, authorities say.
Earlier this week, Gov. Greg Abbott announced his new policy to address school safety. His opponent in this year's gubernatorial race, Democratic nominee Lupe Valdez, responded on Friday.
Quintin Alonzo wrapped his arms around an aunt, then his mother. He whispered "I love you Mom."
Colin Allred and Lillian Salerno are competing to become the Democratic candidate for the 32nd Congressional District in Dallas and Collin Counties.
Gas prices have been on the rise across North Texas for the last month, and many people are worried that this could be an expensive summer travel season.
"For every dollar a white person earns in Dallas, blacks earn 54 cents," according to a newly released report about income in Dallas County. "Hispanics earn 58 cents."
Aubrey's time with the team thus far has seen him named to the Pro Bowl in each of his three seasons.
American Airlines will resume daily nonstop flights between Miami and Caracas on April 30, restoring service for the first time since 2019.
The victim was found by officers and taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, where he later died.
Airlines could hike ticket prices and fees if United and American were to join forces, lawmakers warn.
Showers and some rumbles of thunder return and likely will impact the morning commute on Tuesday.
Aubrey's time with the team thus far has seen him named to the Pro Bowl in each of his three seasons.
American Airlines will resume daily nonstop flights between Miami and Caracas on April 30, restoring service for the first time since 2019.
The victim was found by officers and taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, where he later died.
Airlines could hike ticket prices and fees if United and American were to join forces, lawmakers warn.
Showers and some rumbles of thunder return and likely will impact the morning commute on Tuesday.
State records show regulators ordered the removal of a plastic gas pipe installed in the early 1970s after it was linked to multiple explosions and deaths in North Texas.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
A North Texas baby placed under the safe haven law is at the center of a rare custody fight after the biological family came forward months later seeking to reclaim him.
The city's human resources department presented plans to improve outcomes, including more accountability and adding new support positions to help employees navigate the process.
An I-Team investigation found workers' comp issues for first responders are not isolated, raising questions about a system many describe as slow and adversarial.
Airlines could hike ticket prices and fees if United and American were to join forces, lawmakers warn.
The wife of a 27-year Army sergeant was detained by ICE at an immigration appointment in Texas. He says he doesn't understand why, and "ICE is out of control right now."
The National Republican Congressional Committee, House Republicans' campaign arm, is touting a record-breaking fundraising haul to start the 2026 midterm cycle, the committee chairman told CBS News.
Texas Republican Congressman Tony Gonzales and California Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell both submitted resignation letters on Tuesday to the House clerk.
Allen West has resigned as Dallas County GOP Chairman following internal backlash over his decision to use joint vote centers for the May primary runoff. The resignation comes just over a month after he was re-elected, with the party set to appoint an interim leader on Monday.
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.
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.
New Texas regulations took effect March 31 that capped THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
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.
Weiser said "the last few years has required a heavy financial lift to continue operating."
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.
The Rangers scored two runs in the seventh with Josh Jung driving in Corey Seager with a sacrifice fly and Evan Carter doubling home Wyatt Langford.
The UConn star is now joining what many are calling one of the best revamped rosters of the upcoming 2026 season.
The agenda for next week's city council meeting includes a proposal to contribute what will be $273 million in upgrades to the stadium.
Jake Oettinger stopped 21 shots and two of Buffalo's four shootout opportunities.
Mavrik Bourque had his first NHL hat trick and added an assist as the Dallas Stars rallied from a pair of deficits and beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-5.
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
Federal magistrate Renee Harris Toliver told Pooh Sheisty that the evidence against him is strong.
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
"Beverly Hills, 90210" actress Tori Spelling was involved in a two-car crash in Temecula on Thursday night, according to her manager and Riverside County Sheriff's Office officials.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was concerned about Kanye West's planned appearances at a London festival, given the rapper's past antisemitic remarks.
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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