Sentencing Set For Ballplayer Smuggler
Sentencing is set for the convicted ringleader of a smuggling organization that brought into the U.S, more than 1,000 Cubans, including several baseball players.
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Sentencing is set for the convicted ringleader of a smuggling organization that brought into the U.S, more than 1,000 Cubans, including several baseball players.
A man accused of leading a human trafficking ring has pleaded guilty to U.S. extortion charges involving the smuggling of more than 1,000 Cubans, including baseball players such as Rangers outfielder Leonys Martin.
American Airlines says it will cut nearly 80 percent of its flights to Venezuela in a dispute over revenue being held by the South American country.
Freshman left-hander Dylan Dusek scattered four hits over eight innings as Texas Tech defeated Miami 3-0 on Saturday night in a winners' bracket game in the Coral Gables regional.
After months of polar vortexes it's finally almost time to lay out in the sun and sand. To help get the ball rolling, we rounded up the 25 best beaches in the world.
Is it because every team in the city is equally loved and supported, with sellouts stretching back decades, through good seasons and bad?
A Texas man had snakes on the planes, but he won't have time in a prison. The 63-year-old eco-tourism guide pleaded guilty in June to importing wildlife taken in violation of foreign law.
The Dallas Cowboys are in the running to host another Super Bowl, according to NFL.com.
Teddy Bridgewater may be one of the best quarterbacks in the nation, but his best bet to become Louisville's first Heisman Trophy winner in school history will come from putting up huge numbers and seeing other candidates take a stumble.
The MLB will reportedly suspend about 20 players, including Rangers slugger Nelson Cruz, for their involvement in a Miami clinic that allegedly supplied them with performance enhancers.
No more sitting out stars, and for the San Antonio Spurs, no more sitting around.
LeBron James caught the inbounds pass, changed direction and immediately attacked the rim.
Jane Slater has been off the past few days and enjoying the fun and fun of Miami Beach. Last night, she posted a pic with her BFFs on her Twitter page ... WOW!!!!!
Jamil Wilson scored 16 points, Vander Blue and Davante Gardner had 14 apiece, and Marquette advanced to the Elite Eight for the first time since 2003 with a 71-61 win over Miami on Thursday night.
The Hurricanes have had a dream season, but Marquette is the toughest team in college basketball. That's just one of four great matchups.
Many sports fans couldn't tell you where Florida Gulf Coast University was before the current season started. But between an early season upset of Miami and now winning a berth in the Sweet 16, Florida Gulf Coast has put itself on the map in a big way.
There was no question about Shane Larkin's go-ahead 3-pointer for Miami. The ball that appeared to ricochet off the hands of Miami's Kenny Kadji seconds later but went to the Hurricanes — well, look at the replay.
How important is the gluten-free diet for people on it?
David Wright, or Captain America as he was accurately dubbed during the TV broadcast of USA's 7-1 victory over Puerto Rico, has long been known as just about the biggest enthusiast on Team USA.
American Airlines and its American Eagle affiliate will add new flights to San Diego and Mexico this summer.
The Florida detective stabbed by a prisoner who he was transporting through Grapevine spoke with the media on Thursday, saying that he was 'caught by surprise' when attacked.
Police detective Jaime Pardinas has been recovering in the hospital since being stabbed by a prisoner in Grapevine. His girlfriend provided an update on his condition Monday morning.
A police officer from Florida, transporting a suspect to Nevada, was stabbed outside of a Walmart in Grapevine on Monday night, prompting an extensive search for the suspect.
Major League Baseball officials have asked the Miami New Times for records the alternative newspaper obtained for a story on alleged use of banned substances by several players.
In the wake of Tuesday's report linking Alex Rodriguez, Nelson Cruz, Gio Gonzalez and other star players to performance-enhancing drugs, MLB plans to interview each player, according to Jeff Passan of Yahoo! Sports.
Rain chances will continue next week, slowly dwindling by Friday.
Texas Republicans disagree over prohibiting AI data centers in rural Texas neighborhoods.
The working paper called "Impacts of Unauthorized Immigration on U.S. Labor and Housing Markets" was released in March.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator, who was reportedly scheduled to do an interview on Sunday.
Mike Sisco and his girlfriend Karen Harkness were gunned down in her Topeka, Kansas, home in 2002. Authorities believed it was a crime of passion. Sisco's daughter set out to help prove it was her mother, Dana Chandler, who was responsible.
Rain chances will continue next week, slowly dwindling by Friday.
Texas Republicans disagree over prohibiting AI data centers in rural Texas neighborhoods.
The working paper called "Impacts of Unauthorized Immigration on U.S. Labor and Housing Markets" was released in March.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator, who was reportedly scheduled to do an interview on Sunday.
Mike Sisco and his girlfriend Karen Harkness were gunned down in her Topeka, Kansas, home in 2002. Authorities believed it was a crime of passion. Sisco's daughter set out to help prove it was her mother, Dana Chandler, who was responsible.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Prosper police detectives say they were punished after reporting an alleged affair between a sergeant and a detective, prompting accusations that the department retaliated against whistleblowers.
Only about 7% of homes in Texas have flood insurance.
Payments for country club dues, luxury jet services, and even a reality show competition are not how you'd expect a community non-profit to use its donations.
An alleged leader of the operation was arrested in Europe and returned to the United States last week.
Texas Republicans disagree over prohibiting AI data centers in rural Texas neighborhoods.
The working paper called "Impacts of Unauthorized Immigration on U.S. Labor and Housing Markets" was released in March.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator, who was reportedly scheduled to do an interview on Sunday.
Republican U.S. Rep. Beth Van Duyne of Irving discusses a new report on the impacts of illegal immigration during the Biden administration on housing, rent, and labor. She also discusses H-1 B visa fraud and her upcoming job fair.
State Representative Shelley Luther lives near Sherman and says she moved there for the freedoms of rural Texas. That's why she said she is against allowing data centers in Texas rural areas. "If your data center causes noise, air pollution, contamination takes up all the water, then you're infringing on everybody else's private property, right? So once they roll over into other people's property rights, then that's a problem."
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.
Texas health officials are urging families to safely wash, handle and cook produce as Cyclospora cases rise.
Here's a breakdown of what you need to know about this pest and how to keep your pets safe and healthy.
Health officials are warning Texans about a seasonal rise in the intestinal parasite cyclosporiasis, with cases reported across the state.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Mayor Jim Ross said hotel revenue in the city was a record $31 million in June, smashing the previous mark of $23 million.
Cuban alleges Patrick Dumont has engaged in "adversarial business practices."
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Customers say they've gone to three, sometimes even four stores, to find a specific jersey.
Ezequiel Durán homered twice for the AL West-leading Rangers.
The Tampa Bay Rays selected Emerson, 18, who was widely considered the best all-around player in the draft.
Cole Winn retired all four batters he faced in the seventh and eighth innings for his second win in two nights.
Mario Martinez, the owner of Legends Barbershop and Co., dropped everything to trim up the Swedish soccer team last month.
With 20,996 fans in attendance, the game broke the regular-season mark of 20,711 set on Sept. 19, 2024.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Ticket reseller StubHub abruptly canceled customers' tickets to World Cup matches, costing them thousands of dollars, a lawsuit alleges.
Two elite event designers shared their thoughts on how Taylor Swift's team might transform Madison Square Garden.
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.
