Botham Jean's Family Wants Justice Department To Investigate Dallas Police Department
"We need to seek meaningful change," said Allison Jean, Botham Jean's mother. "Talk with no action means nothing."
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"We need to seek meaningful change," said Allison Jean, Botham Jean's mother. "Talk with no action means nothing."
Mata says the Dallas County District Attorney's office has for years endorsed having companion officers look out for the immediate needs of an officer after a shooting.
A Dallas man is in jail after police found a body in his apartment freezer over two weeks ago.
Investigators with the Dallas Police Department say a man has admitted to yelling slurs at a transgender woman before following her to a bus stop and opening fire.
A couple million visitors are expected during the fair's 24-day run at Fair Park.
Besides not overindulging on fried food, there are about a dozen tips police and the State Fair of Texas are passing along.
82 fresh faces walked into the classroom early Wednesday morning.
The Dallas Police Department has arrested another suspect in connection to the shooting death of Brandoniya Bennett, 9.
Police said no one has seen Mark Dean since he was walking in the afternoon on 1500 Whitaker Avenue.
Freddie Lee Whipple, 72, was last heard from by phone on August 26, 2019 at about 1 p.m., while he was at his home in the 300 block of Singleton Boulevard.
Leavelle was the man in the white hat who escorted Lee Harvey Oswald when the JFK assassin was shot and killed by Jack Ruby.
The Dallas Police Department is seeking the public's help identifying three burglary suspects responsible for six recent business burglaries in the 1500 block of S. Beltline Rd. and the 15000 block of Seagoville Rd.
Mayor Eric Johnson and council members welcomed Chief Hall back after she took a medical leave for an unspecified procedure.
Police in Dallas are searching for a group of would-be ATM robbers who didn't have a very successful morning.
The family of a 9-year-old North Texas girl was preparing to send her off for the first day of school, instead they are laying her to rest today.
City Manager T.C. Broadnax was today notified that Dallas Police Chief U. Reneé Hall was cleared by her doctor to return to work on Monday, August 26.
Dallas Police confirm Tyrese Simmons has turned himself in at the Dallas County Jail regarding the shooting death of 9-year-old Brandoniya Bennett.
Community members in Dallas are calling for change and demanding an end to gang violence after a 9-year-old girl is mistakenly shot in her own home.
The Lewisville Police Department is investigating after a video surfaced online showing a girl putting a dog inside a clothes dryer and turning it on.
Dallas police have arrested a suspect accused of shooting and killing another man after an argument Saturday morning.
The Dallas Police Department said it has located the children that went missing Monday afternoon.
Police are investigating an apparent drowning that happened in North Dallas Monday morning.
The Dallas Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating a teenaged male that may be a danger to himself or others.
A teen curfew is now being enforced as a major effort to make Dallas' Deep Ellum entertainment district safer.
A Dallas Marshal's Office employee shot and killed himself this afternoon in downtown, police said.
Public backlash to Flock cameras and other license plate readers has increased in recent months in Texas and across the country. In response, Governor Greg Abbott last week directed the State Department of Transportation to stop issuing permits for license plate readers.
Days after the Republican National Committee's Midterm Convention in Dallas, the Senate Leadership Fund, tied to Senate Majority Leader John Thune, pledged to spend more than $51 million in tv ads for Senate candidate Ken Paxton.
Ed Sheeran opened his solo concert in Philadelphia on Saturday with comments about Gaza, saying what is happening there is "catastrophic and unjustifiable."
Dallas moves into sixth place in the WNBA standings as Alyssa Thomas records a triple-double for Phoenix.
The food packed in each city stayed local and is delivered to agencies the same day within a 10-mile radius.
Public backlash to Flock cameras and other license plate readers has increased in recent months in Texas and across the country. In response, Governor Greg Abbott last week directed the State Department of Transportation to stop issuing permits for license plate readers.
Days after the Republican National Committee's Midterm Convention in Dallas, the Senate Leadership Fund, tied to Senate Majority Leader John Thune, pledged to spend more than $51 million in tv ads for Senate candidate Ken Paxton.
Ed Sheeran opened his solo concert in Philadelphia on Saturday with comments about Gaza, saying what is happening there is "catastrophic and unjustifiable."
Dallas moves into sixth place in the WNBA standings as Alyssa Thomas records a triple-double for Phoenix.
The food packed in each city stayed local and is delivered to agencies the same day within a 10-mile radius.
The situation, food banks warn, is getting worse.
Dallas nonprofit Hunger Busters has been under scrutiny since an I-Team investigation in January.
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.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
President Trump said Friday that three outlets would be banned from the White House, "effective immediately."
One Cuba resident said there is "no way to know" when power will be restored to the island nation.
President Trump said he struck a deal to give the U.S. "permanent control over security" in Greenland following a push by the president to boost U.S. influence over the island — or take it over.
SMU political science professor Matthew Wilson breaks down the escalating Texas U.S. Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico. With Republican groups pouring millions into ads supporting Paxton, can the spending and negative messaging change the race, or will voters stay focused on the economy and cost of living?
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.
About 40 million Americans are on GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound and Mounjaro.
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.
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.
Texas had won four straight games to gain a share of the division lead, but dropped one game behind Houston.
The Wings have tied the franchise record for wins in a season, with three games remaining.
Four Boyd High School football players face felony charges after police say they hazed and injured a 14-year-old teammate in a locker room.
Jacob deGrom struck out eight in five innings, Corey Seager had a two-run single and the Texas Rangers beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 in a series opener between playoff contenders.
Dozens from across the country traveled to compete in the Jackson T. Stephens Cup, featuring some of the top Power 4 programs and HBCUs.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the best in television and streaming from the past year on Monday. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
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.
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.
