'Tis The Season For Holiday Swindlers; How To Avoid Charity Scams
Jason Moon, a staff attorney at the Federal Trade Commission in Dallas, said while most charities are legit, some take advantage of the American generosity.
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Jason Moon, a staff attorney at the Federal Trade Commission in Dallas, said while most charities are legit, some take advantage of the American generosity.
On June 27, 1983, 11-year-old Julie Fuller disappeared from the Kensington Motel in Arlington after taking out the trash. She was found raped and murdered in Fort Worth the following day. Her killer had never been found — until now, 36 years later.
Irving police have arrested the man suspected of murdering 83-year-old Betty Thomas Thursday evening.
Anything connected to your home network, such as smart TVs, smart locks and even smart refrigerators, could be susceptible to outside interference.
The holidays are about celebrating and remembering. It's the latter part of that which makes this time of year hard on those dealing with sudden and traumatic losses.
Just after 2 p.m. Dec. 13, police responded to a shooting call at 6113 Oakway Ln., where officers determined a struggle between two men ensued, resulting in one being shot.
It's been a hard couple of months for Preston Royal Village retailers recovering from the damage left behind by an EF3 tornado. However, a lot of progress has been made and tonight's "Sip and Shop" event gave them an opportunity to celebrate.
A Christmas tradition North Texans have enjoyed for decades could be coming to an abrupt end. Funding for the annual Fort Worth production of "The Littlest Wiseman" will be cut Dec. 31.
"No matter how much poverty, or unfortunate circumstances a person can be put in, they can still make a better life for themselves," 22-year-old Caleb Simmons said. "Opportunities can happen if you go for them."
In Dallas Thursday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott predicted Republicans will boost their nine seat majority in the Texas House in 2020.
The city of Dallas is on the brink of something it hasn't seen in 12 years — In 2019, the police department has had 197 homicides with more than two weeks left in the year, but still doesn't have a plan to address it.
With only 13 days left, time is ticking to get your holiday gifts and cards shipped to make those delivery deadlines.
A Fort Worth judge has extended a temporary injunction for 10-month-old Tinslee Lewis through the new year, sources say.
The Lewisville Police Department is still searching for the driver involved in a fatal crash Wednesday night.
The 737 Max was grounded worldwide earlier this year after two plane crashes that collectively killed 346 people.
North Texas will be represented Thursday morning at the funeral of fallen officer Christopher Brewster in Houston.
A new judge will consider if Cook Children's Medical Center can take a 10-month-old Tinslee Lewis off life support despite her family's opposition.
A cold rain continues to fall for much of North Texas this Tuesday morning. There have been isolated incidents where sleet pellets are mixing in, but for most, it's just rain.
For the past ten years, the Landry Award has been awarded to the top high school football player in North Texas who exhibits high character and leadership attributes.
A pile of possibly stolen Amazon packages were found in a dumpster Saturday and police are hoping to deliver them to the rightful customers.
There's a chance a wintry mix could fall in parts of North Texas on Tuesday and that has some road crews getting a jump start.
A cold rain is the main focus overnight Monday into Tuesday, but a brief window of light snow mix could occur, especially north of I-30.
A man has been arrested in downtown Dallas after witnesses say he was riding a horse — drunk.
The North Texas towing community turned out in full force Sunday night to remember a driver killed on the job.
Dallas police are investigating after a man was found shot dead in front of a dumpster in Dallas Sunday afternoon.
North Texas faces a dangerous hail threat Tuesday with storms capable of producing baseball-size ice. Here's what experts say to do to stay safe and limit damage.
Police chief Eddie Garcia said they are searching for a male suspect, possibly on foot and possibly armed.
As superintendent Dr. Pete Licata restructures the district, staff in these areas have been identified as potential targets for that reduction in force.
The state House and Senate investigating committees are meeting jointly to hear testimony.
Christian M. Bryant, 22, is accused of killing Randolph E. Corrigan, 61.
The two main threats are wind and very large hail, with the possibility of an isolated tornado.
North Texas faces a dangerous hail threat Tuesday with storms capable of producing baseball-size ice. Here's what experts say to do to stay safe and limit damage.
Police chief Eddie Garcia said they are searching for a male suspect, possibly on foot and possibly armed.
As superintendent Dr. Pete Licata restructures the district, staff in these areas have been identified as potential targets for that reduction in force.
The state House and Senate investigating committees are meeting jointly to hear testimony.
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
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 Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
King Charles addressed Congress in a roughly 30-minute speech, speaking about the "truly unique" relationship between the U.K. and the U.S.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has asked a federal judge to overturn the judge's own ruling that blocked construction of the White House ballroom, in the wake of the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting.
Jimmy Kimmel has responded to Donald and Melania Trump calling for ABC to fire him after a joke he made days before the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
An FBI affidavit filed in federal court lays out more details about Cole Allen's alleged actions before and during the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
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.
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.
After months waiting for a new heart, 9-year-old Penny found hope through music—and a second chance at life.
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.
Herring said that in the year before tariffs, used car sales were just under half of his business at his dealership in Irving; Now, they are nearly 75 percent.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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.
Aaron Judge and Ben Rice had the first back-to-back homer for the Yankees this season, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. also went deep as AL-best New York beat the Texas Rangers 4-2.
Flagg was in a tight race with his college roommate and Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel for the award throughout the season.
Paige Bueckers is setting boundaries. The Dallas Wings star says her relationship with teammate Azzi Fudd is private—and won't affect their mission to turn the franchise around on the court.
Matt Boldy scored on a deflection with 28.9 seconds left in the first overtime and the Minnesota Wild beat the Dallas Stars 3-2 on Saturday in Game 4 to tie the first-round NHL playoff series.
"I didn't want to be known as the girl with one arm that plays soccer," Denver Summit FC player Carson Pickett told CBS News. "I just wanted to be known for the girl that plays soccer."
First lady Melania Trump said that jokes Jimmy Kimmel made on his show days before the White House Correspondents' Dinner were "hateful and violent rhetoric."
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
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.
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.
