Fort Worth oversight office offers advice on interacting with police
The Fort Worth Officer of the Police Oversight Monitor has created a new brochure meant to give useful advice to those who find themselves in contact with an officer.
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The Fort Worth Officer of the Police Oversight Monitor has created a new brochure meant to give useful advice to those who find themselves in contact with an officer.
The former officer is accused of killing Atatiana Jefferson in 2019.
The minutes and actions leading up to the fatal shooting of Atatiana Jefferson were laid out in a murder trial Tuesday, including the complete recording from the body camera of the man who shot her, former police officer Aaron Dean.
Family and friends are mourning the loss of 13-year-old Israel Hernandez after his body was found on Dec. 2 two weeks after they reported him missing.
The former officer is accused of murdering Atatiana Jefferson in 2019.
The decision Aaron Dean in that moment, and what the jury believes about it, will determine if he remains free or spends up to life in prison.
The unusually large jury pool of 200 people was narrowed down to a few dozen by Thursday night, after a full day of attorneys questioning potential jurors about their opinions on law enforcement.
A Fort Worth boy has suffered a minor gunshot wound as a result of a drive-by shooting.
"I guess I gave up, I mean after 51 years you don't ever expect to see a child again," said Alta Apantenco, Melissa's mother.
When officers arrived, the suspect walked out of the front of the store with a gun and "immediately started firing his weapon toward officers," police said.
A recommendation from Fort Worth's Office of Police Oversight monitor to create a police community advisory board was voted down Tuesday night.
A man with an active warrant has been fatally shot by a Fort Worth police officer.
The department's investigation into his June 2022 arrest for domestic violence found he had "violated multiple FWPD policies."
The FWPD is implementing recommendations from an expert review panel, that released a critical report last month finding officers were sometimes acting in ways to encourage conflict, and not being held accountable.
Oct. 4 is National Night Out, when local police attend community get togethers with the goal to let people know they're approachable and create bonds.
One man was shot and injured following a drive-by shooting in a Fort Worth neighborhood Monday morning, police said.
An attempted traffic stop in Fort Worth turned into a chase that ended in Arlington with two arrests.
The City of Fort Worth and a woman whose 2016 arrest led to questions over police brutality have reached a settlement, according to the woman's lawyer.
The Office of the Police Oversight Monitor launched a survey this week to gather insight about how people perceive the police.
Community programs are in line to receive more funding and a larger role in addressing crime when Fort Worth leaders have a public hearing and vote Tuesday on the $117 million CCPD budget.
Fort Worth police are making tactical errors, failing to de-escalate conflicts and using unauthorized force, according to a review of the department by police reform experts.
Jessica Jean Jarvis, 23, and Eliseo Suarez, 23, were arrested in connection with a police chase and shooting on Aug. 30.
The chase ended on the I-820 eastbound service road and Denton Highway in Haltom City, where the suspect's stolen vehicle crashed into another car.
Fort Worth police officer Stephen Thompson, an 18-year veteran of the department, is facing a charge of driving while intoxicated after his car went off a roadway.
Fort Worth Police Chief Neil Noakes has unveiled his new strategy on combating violent crime in the city with a new initiative called 'One Second Collaborative.'
Senator Ted Cruz told CBS News Texas that he is hoping for free and fair elections in Venezuela. His comments came about two weeks after the U.S. military captured that country's president, Nicolas Maduro, in an overnight raid.
Early voting begins later this week in the runoff election for the open State Senate District 9 seat in Tarrant County. It's a race that pits Republican Leigh Wambsganss against Democrat Taylor Rehmet.
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico told CBS News Texas that electability is the key issue in his race against Jasmine Crockett for their party's nomination.
Drivers faced long delays as a major stretch of I‑30 closed for construction, part of a multiyear, nearly $900 million rebuild that will continue causing weekend disruptions.
Detectives are working to determine why the man was outside with a gun as the investigation continues.
Senator Ted Cruz told CBS News Texas that he is hoping for free and fair elections in Venezuela. His comments came about two weeks after the U.S. military captured that country's president, Nicolas Maduro, in an overnight raid.
Early voting begins later this week in the runoff election for the open State Senate District 9 seat in Tarrant County. It's a race that pits Republican Leigh Wambsganss against Democrat Taylor Rehmet.
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico told CBS News Texas that electability is the key issue in his race against Jasmine Crockett for their party's nomination.
Drivers faced long delays as a major stretch of I‑30 closed for construction, part of a multiyear, nearly $900 million rebuild that will continue causing weekend disruptions.
Detectives are working to determine why the man was outside with a gun as the investigation continues.
From laptops to vapes, lithium‑ion devices are driving emergency landings and evacuations as airlines push for stronger rules and better containment tools.
Texas veterans could be at risk of losing the help they need to stay home.
A North Texas couple tracked their stolen airport luggage across Dallas using an AirTag — only to learn police couldn't act on the data alone.
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
Early voting begins later this week in the runoff election for the open State Senate District 9 seat in Tarrant County. It's a race that pits Republican Leigh Wambsganss against Democrat Taylor Rehmet.
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico told CBS News Texas that electability is the key issue in his race against Jasmine Crockett for their party's nomination.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
The country's leader criticized President Trump on Saturday, blaming him for "casualties, damages and accusations" against Iran.
The Trump administration is delaying its plans to withhold pay from student loan borrowers who default on their payments, backing off a measure that threatened to deliver a financial blow to millions of Americans.
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.
Walk with a Doc invites community members to join low-pressure group walks led by physicians.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
'Tis the season: for sniffles, but before you blame the holiday gathering at grandma's for your coughing, sneezy misery, look around.
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.
Salad and Go, a drive-thru salad chain, said on Wednesday that it will close all remaining Texas and Oklahoma stores.
Venezuela is said to have the largest amount of these reserves in the world.
Trump said the "whole infrastructure" of Venezuela has to be rebuilt and that American companies would be used to rebuild it.
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.
"CBS Mornings" got an exclusive first look inside the new Buffalo Bills stadium to see what makes it unique.
The Mavs were without rookie Cooper Flagg, who was out with an ankle injury.
Airion Simmons is charged with wire fraud and bribery.
Authorities said the alleged scheme involved 39 players, 17 different NCAA Division I men's basketball teams and 29 games.
FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup matches in the U.S., Canada and Mexico— with prices as high as $8,680.
A new class at Texas Christian University is drawing students in with a hit TV series and a clear path toward a real-world career.
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
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.
