Decade-old sex assault case cracked with new DNA testing, testimony, Dallas Police says
Jarvis Pierce, 35, is now charged with sexual assault.
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Jarvis Pierce, 35, is now charged with sexual assault.
Donald Mercer was sentenced to 300 days behind bars for soliciting sex from a woman he arrested.
Detectives reportedly learned that patrons could pay a cover fee to enter the business and engage in sexual contact.
Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Austin Maddox has been sentenced to three years in prison after pleading guilty to charges stemming from an underage sex sting.
Authorities call it a successful round up of child sex offenders, but it also shows how widespread the crime is in North Texas.
Billy Bob Dunfield abused two different children over the course of seven years, the Collin County DA's Office said.
Cody Wayne McCollom, 37, of Princeton, was found guilty of sexual assault of a child by a Collin County jury.
It is something Morris' attorneys will likely challenge.
Bond for the former Gateway Church pastor has been set at $50,000 and Oklahoma officials said they expect Morris to surrender himself early next week.
The incident occurred at about 6:05 a.m. in the 3000 block of Thomas Avenue.
The investigation, which has already led to the arrest of the former principal and two former employees, may expand to include other accusers and schools.
"We want to send a clear message: we will not tolerate any attempt to harm our children," said Fort Worth Police Chief Neil Noakes.
More than 40 years since the alleged abuse, questions have surfaced about why there's no chance of civil liability.
It's the case that revealed problems within the Midlothian Police Department. Now another family is coming forward with their story.
It started with a 12-year-old girl reporting an alleged sex crime.
During the investigation, Patrick William Travis admitted he had molested "numerous females" between the ages of 13 and 16.
The Sheriff's Office said Ramey is an airline mechanic in the DFW area for job-related training.
In-N-Out restaurants are offering customers more than burgers. The company is giving them a chance to make a change.
Plano Police said a Great Lakes Academy teacher sent a student messages they considered criminal.
Chong Kim's Cinderella met a trafficker disguised as Prince Charming. Her story is a film she hopes will save lives.
James Austin Byrd is accused of contacting who he thought was a 15-year-old female via the anonymous Whisper chat platform to meet.
The 71-year-old recorded himself sexually abusing a minor, according to court documents.
Nearly 20 months has passed since a North Texas girl disappeared from a Mavericks game, only to be found days later with sex traffickers.
Oscar Roman Alonso, 32, of Oak Cliff was arrested at the Gateway to the Americas International Bridge on an outstanding felony warrant.
A 73-year-old man wanted in Forney for indecency with a child was arrested at the Texas-Mexico border earlier this month.
Around here, there may be no more recognizable symbol in sports than that blue star. But wearing one is not the same as earning one.
It comes after a lawsuit alleging the projects could restrict religious freedom and threaten businesses and archeological sites.
Duane "Keffe D" Davis, 63, was charged with murder with a deadly weapon with the intent to promote, further or assist a criminal gang in Shakur's death.
At least two people were killed after flash floods swept through parts of Grand Canyon National Park over the weekend.
The bodies of a Texas chiropractor and at least one other person have been found after a major weekend flash flood swept through the Grand Canyon.
Around here, there may be no more recognizable symbol in sports than that blue star. But wearing one is not the same as earning one.
It comes after a lawsuit alleging the projects could restrict religious freedom and threaten businesses and archeological sites.
Duane "Keffe D" Davis, 63, was charged with murder with a deadly weapon with the intent to promote, further or assist a criminal gang in Shakur's death.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, has forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
At least two people were killed after flash floods swept through parts of Grand Canyon National Park over the weekend.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
"Maybe this is one of those times that we just need to be loud and make people hear us that they're not being treated fairly," she said.
The reversal comes just weeks after an I-Team investigation showed contention over the disciplinary process.
Lawmakers could also vote on condemning socialism and censuring GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards.
"We're going to be changing the name of Lake Ontario, effective immediately, to Lake America," the president said before he signed the order.
Google announced that it had begun rolling out changes to how its maps display Lake Ontario's name, after President Trump signed an executive order changing it to "Lake America."
Three Republicans from North Texas spoke with Jack Fink.
30% of respondents supported the construction of data centers in their community, while 57% were opposed.
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.
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.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
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.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
The move with Milton presumably means Sam Howell has won the No. 2 job behind Dak Prescott, a spot that Milton held last season.
Lionel Messi played in six World Cups and led Argentina to win the tournament in 2022 in Qatar.
Online county records showed that Fields was charged with aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury. TCU is located in Tarrant County.
Arike Ogunbowale scored 18 points, Jessica Shepard had 17 points and 10 rebounds, and the Dallas Wings beat the Connecticut Sun 97-71 in the final game before the FIBA World Cup break.
Scottie Scheffler is the FedEx Cup champion for the second time.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
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.
