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Dallas deputies remove snake from family's SUV while investigating car crash
Dallas County traffic deputies recently found themselves serving and protecting the community in an unusual way: by handling car crashes and snakes. According to the sheriff's department, deputies were already on the scene of a car accident at IH345 and Woodall Rodgers near downtown Dallas when a lady approached by a woman who told them there was a snake in her car.
Plano man attacked tow truck driver with metal bar who was towing his mom’s car: police
PLANO, Texas - A Plano man was arrested after police say he repeatedly hit a tow truck driver over the head with a metal bar who tried to tow his mother’s car. The incident happened on Friday around 2:30 a.m. at the Legacy Village Apartments on Hansell Road. Police...
Donald Trump: Congress has not done enough to prevent mass shootings
DALLAS - Donald Trump energized a friendly audience at the NRA convention in Dallas. Before the former president took the stage, he talked one-on-one with FOX 4's Steven Dial. [DIAL: "In a couple of days it is the two-year anniversary of the Uvalde mass shooting. Do you think Congress has done enough in terms of preventing future mass shootings?"]
Dallas Residents Gear Up for a Week of Unpredictable Weather, Rain and Potential Storms
Dallas residents, brace yourselves for a wet and potentially stormy week ahead. According to the National Weather Service, tonight's forecast features showers and thunderstorms before 7 pm, some with the potential to reach severe levels. The rest of the night is expected to be mostly cloudy with a low around 62 and gusts that could hit 22 mph, the weather agency reports. Northeast winds will blow in at 10 to 15 mph, with a 60% chance of precipitation set for the evening.
Protesters gather outside NRA convention calling for stricter gun laws
DALLAS — About 150 people gathered outside Dallas City Hall Saturday morning to rally against the National Rife Association's annual meeting held at the convention center next door. The protesters argued for stricter gun safety regulations, mourned hundreds of victims of gun violence in Dallas County and argued that...
Mesquite Police Arrest Squatter for Burglary After Eviction and Multiple Visits to Local Homeowner's Property
In the ongoing saga of a Mesquite home turned crime scene, the local police have found themselves in the spotlight amid a burglary and squatting investigation. Terri Boyette's house became a point of contention during a Texas State Committee hearing after multiple encounters with an alleged squatter, leading to the Mesquite Police Department's Statement. The department confirmed responding to four calls before catching wind of the "squatter" situation, performing their duties oblivious to the brewing legal storm.
Garland Police Honor Fallen Officers with Solemn Memorial Ceremony During National Police Week
As part of the annual National Police Week observance, the Garland Police Department paid homage to officers who made the ultimate sacrifice. The Annual Fallen Police Memorial Ceremony, held this morning, was marked by a solemn remembrance of those who lost their lives while on duty. Among the honored were Gerald Walker #132 EOW: 11/15/1989, David Moore #184 EOW: 02/15/1997, and Ronnie Lerma #174 EOW: 09/21/1998. The ceremony underscored the risks inherent in policing, recognizing those who ended their watch too soon.
Dallas ISD Superintendent says vouchers “very likely” to pass, so public schools must join the conversation
DALLAS — The superintendent of the second largest school district in Texas says, that because of the results of the primary on Super Tuesday, the likelihood of “private school subsidies” being able to pass is very likely. Many GOP lawmakers also tell us they think some form...
VIDEO: Dallas Police Enforce Seat Belt Safety with "Click It or Ticket" Campaign
Dallas drivers, the time for lax seat belt habits is officially over. The Dallas Police Department announced that it is joining forces with the national "Click It or Ticket" campaign, which aims to enforce seat belt use and reduce the number of fatalities and injuries from traffic collisions. In a message on their official Facebook page, the Dallas Police Department declared the operation will run from May 22 to June 4, emphasizing that wearing a seat belt is not only state law but a critical measure that could potentially save lives.
McKinney Man Receives Life Sentence for Murder of Fiancée in Domestic Violence Case
A McKinney man is sentenced to life in prison for the fatal shooting of his fiancée after a jury found him guilty of murder. Joel Jesus Torres, 24, claimed the shooting of Shailene Velez was an accident when he tried to clear his semi-automatic handgun, according to the Collin County District Attorney's Office.
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