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Woman killed in San Antonio flooding

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sat, 25 May 2013 20:27:00 EDT

First responders are plucking residents out of homes and cars after massive flooding in the area.

Canseco takes polygraph test

Lari Barager — Sat, 25 May 2013 20:06:00 EDT

Former baseball star Jose Canseco takes polygraph test to clear his name of rape allegations.

Hundreds say goodbye to Dallas firefighter

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sat, 25 May 2013 19:38:00 EDT

Family, friends, and fellow firefighters said goodbye to the Dallas firefighter killed in the line of duty on Monday

Scattered Showers and Thunderstorms Continue Across N. Texas

Richard Ray — Sat, 25 May 2013 19:08:00 EDT

Brief heavy rain and gusty winds across North Texas.

First Texan this year diagnosed with West Nile Virus

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sat, 25 May 2013 10:54:00 EDT

A man who lives in a county located between Dallas and Houston is the first Texan this year to be diagnosed with West Nile virus. State health officials are asking people to protect themselves against

Texas SkyScreamer opens at Six Flags

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sat, 25 May 2013 10:44:00 EDT

The Texas SkyScreamer, the newest ride at Six Flags over Texas, opens to the public this weekend. Six Flags claims it is the tallest swing ride in the world. The park's advice on the website -- "Don't

Soldier surprises son at his preschool graduation

Danielle Cocanougher — Fri, 24 May 2013 23:41:00 EDT

A North Texas boy graduating from preschool got quite a surprise when his father, a soldier, showed up from deployment overseas.

Future unclear for Moore residents, but strength grows daily

Chelsea Kretz — Fri, 24 May 2013 23:39:00 EDT

Residents have some uncertainty about their future in Moore. However their resolve to move on gets stronger every day.

A Few Hit And Miss Storms This Weekend

Richard Ray — Fri, 24 May 2013 21:25:00 EDT

Scattered showers and thunderstorms across portions of North Texas early this evening.

Police ID man shot and killed in Southlake Town Square

Mark Norris — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:34:00 EDT

Police on Thursday identified the victim as Juan Jesus Guerrero-Chapa, a 43-year-old man from Mexico who had been living in Southlake for the last two years.

Police chase ends in Oak Cliff

Mark Norris — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:08:00 EDT

A man suspected of sexual assault of a child led police on a chase through Tarrant and Dallas County before being arrested in Dallas.

Dallas Cowboys' Josh Brent ordered to wear additional monitoring device

Mark Norris — Fri, 24 May 2013 12:22:00 EDT

Dallas Cowboys player Josh Brent will stay out of jail and not have his bond increased after a Friday hearing on allegedly violating his bail, but will have to wear an additional monitoring device.

Hit and Miss Storms

Evan Andrews — Fri, 24 May 2013 06:05:00 EDT

Lots of clouds, a little muggy sunshine, and a disturbance over Texas mean hit or miss showers and storms through Saturday. May be a couple this AM..but they are more likely each afternoon/evening. By

DISD to fire 440 teachers, 2 principals

Danielle Cocanougher — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:38:00 EDT

Dallas ISD school board members voted to terminate the contract of 440 teachers and two principals.

Boy Scouts lift ban on gay Scouts

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:35:00 EDT

The resolution lifting the ban on openly gay Scouts passed 61 percent to 39 percent.

SMU student acquitted of rape ready to move on

James Rose — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:14:00 EDT

Donald Cuba, 21, says he's ready to move on with his life and wants to return to classes at SMU in the fall.

Wife of fallen Dallas firefighter says he will be missed

Mark Norris — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:15:00 EDT

"We're going to miss Stan, not just us but everybody who knew him," said Jenny Wilson. "He was a great father, he was my best friend."

Man gets death penalty for drowning two sons

Mark Norris — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:38:00 EDT

A man who drowned his own two sons was given the death penalty by a Dallas County jury on Thursday.

Solar powered plane lands at DFW Airport

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Thu, 23 May 2013 11:38:00 EDT

The Swiss "Solar Impulse" plane finished landed overnight at DFW Airport after an 18 hour journey from Phoenix. The plane is completely powered by the sun with a battery strong enough to keep the plane in flight overnight.

Unsettled for Some...

Evan Andrews — Thu, 23 May 2013 05:59:00 EDT

A series of disturbances that will be moving our way. One is bringing a few showers up north early this AM. Otherwise, we'll see clouds yield warm humid sunshine this afternoon. Another storm complex will

Workers comp rule change could hurt Ft. Worth officer

Lari Barager — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:37:00 EDT

An injured Ft. Worth police officer is worried a change in workers compensation rules could cost her retirement money.

Ursuline lighted soccer field wins council approval

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:30:00 EDT

The Dallas City Council approved a lighted soccer field at the Catholic girls school in a 14-0 vote on Wednesday.

Work continues on new-look Big Tex

Mark Norris — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:18:00 EDT

State Fair of Texas officials have released a third video of computer designers creating a new-look Big Tex.

Float driver: Train seemed still before crash

The Associated Press — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:00:00 EDT

The driver of a parade float involved in a train wreck that killed four war veterans in Texas told investigators that the oncoming train appeared to be stationary.

Driver of car dies after hitting Wills Point ISD school bus

Mark Norris — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:14:00 EDT

An accident involving a school bus and a car killed the driver of the car and injured three students on the bus.

A Little Bit 'o' Quiet

Evan Andrews — Wed, 22 May 2013 06:12:00 EDT

Some "cool" fog pockets early and some clouds east will turn to sun and a warm afternoon. Highs generally in the 80s. The next THREE days will feature low rain chances as a front stalls nearby. Best chance

Heavy lightning and rain Tuesday in North Texas

Mark Norris — Tue, 21 May 2013 23:01:00 EDT

Storms that blew through North Texas on Tuesday afternoon had strong winds and rain, but little to no hail and no tornadoes.

Missing 9-month-old found safe near the Mexico border

Danielle Cocanougher — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:58:00 EDT

A missing McKinney baby was found safe near the U.S. and Mexico border. Her mother, who's accused of taking her, is in custody.

Dallas firefighter killed in six-alarm condo fire

Nic Koppert — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:47:00 EDT

Stanley Wilson, who had been with Dallas Fire for 28 years, died after becoming trapped in the building while fighting the intense blaze.

Two women set on fire at convenience store

Nic Koppert — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:43:00 EDT

Two women were burned after they were doused with a flammable liquid and set on fire at a Fort Worth convenience store.

Storms Get Closer...

Evan Andrews — Mon, 20 May 2013 06:11:00 EDT

One more very windy, very warm day...then...the storms. Gusts over 30 mph will keep the Gulf moisture over NTX. Highs near 90 most areas as well. Counties North & West of FTW may be under the gun from

Double murder scene discovered by police in Grand Prairie

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 22:39:00 EDT

A concerned family member called 911 after no one answered the door or phone in the 1800 block of Sandra Lane Sunday morning.

Granbury residents return to what's left of their homes

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 21:24:00 EDT

The E-F 4 Tornado that hit the Rancho Brazos subdivision in Granbury flattened that community last week.

Dual language program has parents camping for days

Natalie Solis — Sun, 19 May 2013 20:14:00 EDT

Some North Texas parents have been camping since Friday for the chance to get their children into a dual language program.

Tornadoes hit Kan., Okla.; no injuries reported

Sun, 19 May 2013 18:48:00 EDT

Authorities say tornadoes have touched down in Wichita, Kan., and a suburb of Oklahoma City but there are no immediate reports of injuries or significant damage.

Spring Storms Still Possible Across North Texas

Richard Ray — Sun, 19 May 2013 18:36:00 EDT

Severe storms are still possible across North Texas for the beginning of the work week.

Argument over gas money leaves one woman dead and one person in custody

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:35:00 EDT

Police have arrested the driver who left the scene.

Dive teams resume search for missing boater

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 09:26:00 EDT

Dive teams are back out in Lake Arlington Sunday morning looking for a missing boater. Witnesses say a man was fishing on the west side of the lake when his boat overturned. They say the boater tried

More Heat! More Humidity!

Evan Andrews — Sun, 19 May 2013 09:22:00 EDT

Sunday brings more heat, humidity, and windy conditions. A few storms could even fire off this afternoon, with a few storms being severe with large hail and damaging winds. This afternoon, mostly sunny

Man killed during attempted car jacking

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 09:21:00 EDT

Dallas police are looking for the person who shot and killed a man during an attempted carjacking. The victim was dropping off a passenger at an apartment complex on the 5900 block of Highland Village

Tornado victims hope to find lost pets

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 23:19:00 EDT

Tornado victims, who are missing pets, are hoping they can find them and may be reunited with them as early as this weekend. Hood County animal control has a number of animals that were found stranded

Mother arrested after allegedly leaving baby to die in hot car

Mark Norris — Sat, 18 May 2013 22:58:00 EDT

A student from a nearby school reportedly saw the child inside the vehicle around 1 p.m. on Friday and alerted authorities.

Granbury victims set to survey damage

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 22:50:00 EDT

People in Hood County, affected by Wednesday's deadly tornadoes, will be allowed to return to their homes Saturday morning to see what's left of their property. Residents is the hardest hit city of Granbury

Community leaders voice support for DISD Superintendent

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:49:00 EDT

The Dallas Citizens Council has endorsed the efforts by Dallas Superintendent of Schools Mike Miles to weed out bad principals.

Chances Of Storms Continue Across North Texas

Richard Ray — Sat, 18 May 2013 19:31:00 EDT

Severe weather threat continues, but mostly west of the Dallas/Ft. Worth area.

Boy Scouts set to vote on anti-gay ban

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:10:00 EDT

With its ranks deeply divided, the Boy Scouts of America is asking its local leaders from across the country to decide whether its contentious membership policy should be overhauled so that openly gay

2 more tornadoes hit North Texas

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:04:00 EDT

Severe weather Friday night destroyed another home. Two more tornadoes hit North Texas- this time they touched down in the community of Eliasville in Young County, west of Fort Worth. There were people

FW police investigating suspect's taser death

Chelsea Kretz — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:33:00 EDT

Fort Worth police are investigating the death of man who was tased by an officer.

World War II veterans get a free ride to D.C. to visit memorial

Chelsea Kretz — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:30:00 EDT

More than 40 local veterans boarded a flight to Washington D.C. to celebrate Armed Forces Day.

Grandfather attempts suicide after allegedly killing son, grandson

Mark Norris — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:08:00 EDT

An 83-year-old man attempted suicide after allegedly killing his son and grandson at a home in Fairview.

Two animals killed in house fire

Nic Koppert — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:03:00 EDT

A Dallas house fire is under investigation.

Suspect leads police on a chase from Fort Worth to Dallas

Nic Koppert — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:00:00 EDT

A suspected car thief led police on a chase from Fort Worth to Dallas early Friday morning.

Prosecution seeks death for man in sons' deaths

Fri, 17 May 2013 06:23:00 EDT

Prosecutors continue to press a North Texas jury to send a man to death row for drowning two of his sons in a creek.

Here They Come!

Evan Andrews — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:05:00 EDT

Almost the weekend...Almost time for the 90s...But not there yet.... We start today with some showers, some drizzle, and some fog in very muggy air! Yuk. Clouds may take until early afternoon to break

Investigators: West plant blast cause "undetermined"

Mark Norris — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:33:00 EDT

Officials said there are three causes they cannot rule out: 120 volt electrical system at plant, a golf cart, an intentionally set fire.

Mary Suhm to step down as Dallas city manager

Mark Norris — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:42:00 EDT

Dallas City Manager Mary Suhm announced her resignation in a letter to the mayor and city council on Thursday morning.

Byron Nelson to be at new Dallas course in 2019

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:40:00 EDT

The Byron Nelson golf tournament will leave Irving for a new south Dallas golf course in time for the 2019 edition of the tournament.

Red Oak HS senior dies in car wreck

Dionne Anglin — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:35:00 EDT

Red Oak High School senior DaJuan Ward died Tuesday afternoon in Mansfield when his vehicle veered off Highway 287 into a grass median and struck a pickup truck in a construction zone.

Woman suing Dallas County detention officer for excessive force complaint

Natalie Solis — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:26:00 EDT

A woman who claims a Dallas County jailer used excessive force on her is suing that detention officer. The woman says she was knocked unconscious while being booked on a DWI charge.

Ft. Worth man convicted of beating tiny dog to death

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:02:00 EDT

A jury has convicted a Fort Worth man accused of beating a tiny dog to death with a broom handle.

Wildfire at Possum Kingdom 70 percent contained

Mark Norris — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:53:00 EDT

A wildfire that began burning out of control Monday night at Possum Kingdom Lake in Palo Pinto County is 70 percent contained as of Tuesday evening.

West EMT will plead not guilty in weapons case

The Associated Press — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:18:00 EDT

A first responder who helped evacuate people ahead of a deadly explosion at a Texas fertilizer plant will plead not guilty to a charge he possessed bomb-making materials.

Irving police seize $1.6 million worth of marijuana

Mark Norris — Wed, 15 May 2013 14:53:00 EDT

Irving police have arrested four people for having more than 1,600 pounds of marijuana. It's estimated the marijuana has a street value of $1.6 million.

Jury convicts Dallas father of murdering two sons

Mark Norris — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:12:00 EDT

A man accused of drowning his own two sons was found guilty by a jury in just six minutes on Wednesday.

Dallas woman arrested in Kansas after silently roaming town

The Associated Press — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:28:00 EDT

Hutchinson police Sgt. Eric Buller said the woman arrived about a month ago by bus. She had communicated with others only with occasional notes and had been "walking around like she was lost."

Man shot and killed after suspects steal his pants

Nic Koppert — Wed, 15 May 2013 07:06:00 EDT

Police are looking for two men after a fatal shooting in South Dallas.

Wet For Some!

Evan Andrews — Wed, 15 May 2013 06:00:00 EDT

Main disturbance today will be from AM through about noon with moderate showers and a few rumbles. PM should just be cloudy, windy and humid. Second "batch" of showers/storms will be overnight moving in

Mom takes stand in children murdered trial

Melissa Cutler — Wed, 15 May 2013 00:31:00 EDT

The mother of two children drowned by their father took the stand in his murder trial.

North Texas women moved by Jolie's mastectomy decision

Chelsea Kretz — Wed, 15 May 2013 00:13:00 EDT

Angelina Jolie has inspired North Texas women after revealing that she recently underwent a preventive double mastectomy.

Dallas Fire Rescue first on scene of 3-alarm fire

Brandon Todd — Tue, 14 May 2013 23:58:00 EDT

Dallas Fire Rescue crews were able to quickly contain a 3-alarm fire in East Dallas Tuesday night. That's because they were the ones who called it in.

Irving teen allegedly forces 15-year-old into prostitution

Mark Norris — Tue, 14 May 2013 23:01:00 EDT

An Irving teenager has been arrested on multiple charges for allegedly forcing a 15-year-old girl into prostitution.

Results of West explosion investigation to be announced Thursday

Mark Norris — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:49:00 EDT

Officials will announce the findings of their investigation into the West fertilizer plant explosion and fire at a Thursday afternoon press conference.

Dallas Stars fire head coach Glen Gulutzan

Mark Norris — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:54:00 EDT

Dallas Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan was fired Tuesday along with assistant coach Paul Jerrard.

Good Samaritan hospitalized after saving woman from stabbing

Natalie Solis — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:00:00 EDT

Addison police are looking for a man who stabbed his wife and the Good Samaritan who saved her.

Much Needed Rain

Evan Andrews — Tue, 14 May 2013 05:53:00 EDT

C'mon rain! One good chance before we start to bake! Still dry and warm today. Windy too. Highs upper 80s as clouds slowly increase. Rain chances may peak tomorrow AM-midday. A few storms are possible,

Trial underway for man who drowned two sons

Melissa Cutler — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:44:00 EDT

Naim Muhammad showed no emotion during opening statements at his capital murder trial that began Monday in Dallas County.

Kaufman Co. deputy thrown from squad car during pursuit

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:36:00 EDT

A Kaufman County Sheriff's Deputy was hospitalized after being ejected from his squad car during a pursuit.

Parental App Alert

Brandon Todd — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:26:00 EDT

It's tough for parents to keep up with what their kids are doing on social media, especially with a growing number of smartphone apps attracting teens, tweens and child predators.

Springtown ISD bus hits, kills young boy

Mark Norris — Mon, 13 May 2013 18:46:00 EDT

A Springtown ISD school bus hit a fourth grader as it pulled away from a pick up location, killing the child.

Wise County man allegedly murders mom on Mother's Day

Mark Norris — Mon, 13 May 2013 18:11:00 EDT

A 49-year-old man is being held on $1 million bond and has been charged with the murder of his mom on Mother's Day.

Cuban wants Mavs fans to design new uniforms

Mark Norris — Mon, 13 May 2013 17:41:00 EDT

Cuban says he wants "new ideas that stay true to our logo and at least close to our current color schemes."

Five-year-old shot in head by another child dies

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:29:00 EDT

A five-year-old boy shot in the head on Saturday morning by an eight-year old boy has died.

Most of I-30 shut down in west Fort Worth after wreck

Mark Norris — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:52:00 EDT

A four vehicle wreck shut down most of Interstate 30 in far west Fort Worth on Monday afternoon.

Lawsuit seeks to end at-large system in Grand Prairie ISD

Mark Norris — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:03:00 EDT

The suit, filed in a U.S. District Court, claims the at-large system is unfair to Hispanic voters in the district and violates the Voting Rights Act.

Lone Star Adventure: White Buffalo at FW Nature Center

Richard Ray — Mon, 13 May 2013 11:56:00 EDT

This week's Lone Star Adventure finds a White Buffalo, once on display at a Dallas gas station, with a new calf and a new home - at the Fort Worth Nature Center. www.fwnaturecenter.org

One hurt after shooting outside Duncanville bowling alley

Mark Norris — Mon, 13 May 2013 11:53:00 EDT

Duncanville police are investigating after a fight reportedly escalated into gunfire outside Red Bird Lanes in the 1100 block of Main Street around 11 p.m. on Sunday.

From Warm to Wet!

Evan Andrews — Mon, 13 May 2013 06:03:00 EDT

Beautiful sunshine today with a much warmer breeze kicking us into the mid to upper 80s. Similar forecast Tuesday with increasing PM clouds. Gray skies Wednesday as low pressure (now in Mexico) breaks

Police: Man strangled his mother to death

Sun, 12 May 2013 22:30:00 EDT

Dallas Police are investigating the murder of a woman and investigators say her son confessed to killing her.

American Airlines flight from DFW diverted for medical emergency

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sun, 12 May 2013 21:53:00 EDT

American Airlines flight 1943 from DFW Airport to Seattle had to be diverted Sunday afternoon after a passenger experienced a medical emergency.

Storms By Mid-Week Possible

Richard Ray — Sun, 12 May 2013 18:11:00 EDT

Lots of sunshine and warm weather in the upcoming days.

Firefighters inhale chemical fumes on hazmat call

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sun, 12 May 2013 09:36:00 EDT

Three Garland firefighters were treated at Baylor hospital after inhaling chemical vapors on a hazardous material call. The call came in Saturday night from a business on 1400 Wall Street. Workers were

Police investigating possible triple kidnapping

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sun, 12 May 2013 09:23:00 EDT

An investigation is underway into the possible kidnappings of three people. Cockrell Hill police received a call from two women on a cell phone who said they were in a field early Sunday morning. The

Plano approves liquor sales

Sun, 12 May 2013 09:16:00 EDT

For the first time in Plano's history, liquor sales will be allowed. Sixty-five percent of voters approved a measure to allow liquor sales. Previously, stores could only sell beer and wine. Outgoing

Fleeing driver dies after crashing into FedEx truck

Danielle Cocanougher — Sat, 11 May 2013 16:37:00 EDT

A woman trying to escape an Irving wreck she was involved in, died after crashing into a FedEx truck.

Polls open for election day

Sat, 11 May 2013 10:56:00 EDT

Polls are now open for elections being held across North Texas. Among some of the key races include mayoral elections in Plano, Mesquite and McKinney. The race is also on for Dallas city council seats

New info about car wanted in Good Samaritan's death

Sat, 11 May 2013 10:55:00 EDT

Dallas police hope a better description of the vehicle involved in a hit-and-run death will help them find the driver. Michael Love was helping a stranded driver on Marvin D Love Freeway last month when

Road rage possible motive in Fort Worth homicide

Sat, 11 May 2013 10:55:00 EDT

Detectives search for man who fired the fatal shot.

Man gets prison time for assaulting infant

Sat, 11 May 2013 10:53:00 EDT

A Hurst man will likely spend the rest of his life in prison for sexually assaulting a baby. A jury sentenced Derek Wilson to 45 years behind bars and will not be eligible for parole. He molested his

Fight over cats leads to standoff

Sat, 11 May 2013 10:53:00 EDT

Police arrested a man after a standoff near Azle that led to several school lock downs. Officers say Frank McKinney fired several shots from his mobile home Friday morning. Deputies say he the suspect

Dancing with the Smiths raises $1M for charity

Calvert Collins — Fri, 10 May 2013 23:35:00 EDT

Dancing with the Smiths raised $1 million for charity in downtown Dallas Friday night.

7th Street bridge in Fort Worth shut down until Tuesday

Chelsea Kretz — Fri, 10 May 2013 23:27:00 EDT

A dozen pre-cast arches are being rolled into position for the new 7th Street bridge in Fort Worth.

West EMT arrested for possession of destructive device; criminal investigation launched

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Fri, 10 May 2013 23:08:00 EDT

A West paramedic was arrested for having materials to make a pipe bomb and hours later, officials announced a criminal investigation will be launched into the plant explosion. Authorities won't say if the two are linked.

DNA evidence ties uncle to murder of Greenville teen

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Fri, 10 May 2013 23:07:00 EDT

Investigators say DNA evidence ties Michael Moore to the murder of Alicia Moore, who disappeared last November after getting off a school bus and was found four days later dead.

Arlington private school coach arrested for alleged sex with student

Dionne Anglin — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:37:00 EDT

A teacher and basketball coach at Burton Adventist Academy in Arlington has been arrested for an alleged sexual relationship with a teenage girl.

Children left at fire station to remain in foster care for now

Melissa Cutler — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:28:00 EDT

Eight children taken to a Dallas firehouse after being left alone will remain in CPS custody for the time being.

SMU briefly locked down Friday due to active shooter reports

Mark Norris — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:19:00 EDT

The SMU campus, Bush Center and DISD's Stonewall Jackson Elementary were locked down briefly this morning after a man called police threatening to commit suicide.

Duncanville student's teacher rant goes viral

Calvert Collins — Fri, 10 May 2013 06:34:00 EDT

A Duncanville High School student will not be punished, the district announced Thursday, for a lecture he gave his teacher caught on cell phone video.

One Last Rain Chance...

Evan Andrews — Fri, 10 May 2013 06:07:00 EDT

Cold front drifts in today as yet another disturbance brews to our SW. A cloudy, humid morning will likely yield to at least 30% showers and a few stronger storms midday-PM. Highest potential is metro

Princeton ISD teacher accused of sexually assaulting child

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Thu, 9 May 2013 23:39:00 EDT

A Princeton ISD teacher has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a child.

Mansfield couple dies in plane crash in Texas Hill Country

Brandon Todd — Thu, 9 May 2013 23:09:00 EDT

A Mansfield couple's getaway trip to the Texas Hill Country for Mother's Day takes a tragic turn.

Man gets life for killing NFL player's sister

Dionne Anglin — Thu, 9 May 2013 18:47:00 EDT

A man accused of murdering his ex-girlfriend has been found guilty by a Tarrant County jury and will spend life in prison.

Corsicana two-year-old dies after shooting himself with gun

Nic Koppert — Thu, 9 May 2013 12:49:00 EDT

A Toddler is dead after he was able to get his hands on a gun.

Fort Hood shooting suspect seeks trial delay

Thu, 9 May 2013 07:24:00 EDT

Just three weeks before he's to stand trial for the deadly 2009 Fort Hood shooting rampage, an Army psychiatrist wants his trial delayed until this fall.

April traffic down at American Airlines

Thu, 9 May 2013 07:12:00 EDT

American Airlines says traffic and a key revenue measure both declined in April.

Jodi Arias says she prefers death penalty

Thu, 9 May 2013 00:06:00 EDT

Jodi Arias spent 18 days on the stand sharing intimate, emotional and oftentimes X-rated details of her life before a rapt television and online audience.

Cedar Hill teacher arrested for sexual relationship with student

Mark Norris — Wed, 8 May 2013 23:58:00 EDT

A Cedar Hill middle school teacher has been arrested for an alleged sexual relationship with a student.

Police chase stolen vehicle through Dallas, Mesquite

Mark Norris — Wed, 8 May 2013 19:13:00 EDT

A suspect who stole a pickup truck was apprehended after a nearly hour-long chase through Dallas and Mesquite on Wednesday morning.

Graduation bittersweet for two sisters after deadly wreck

Lari Barager — Wed, 8 May 2013 19:06:00 EDT

Graduation ceremonies for two sisters at the University of Texas at Arlington are bittersweet after their two younger sisters were killed in a car wreck and their mother was hospitalized.

Three students hurt in wreck at Richardson High School

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Wed, 8 May 2013 18:55:00 EDT

Three students were hit by an SUV in front of Richardson High School on Wednesday afternoon.

Fire guts part of downtown Dallas building

Mark Norris — Wed, 8 May 2013 17:11:00 EDT

A building being renovated into a new Homewood Suites was damaged after a three alarm fire midday Wednesday.

Man falls to death at Hyatt Regency Dallas

Mark Norris — Wed, 8 May 2013 15:01:00 EDT

Dallas police are investigating the death of a man who fell from the 12th floor of an inside atrium at the Hyatt Regency Dallas.

SMU makes changes to sexual assault policy

Nic Koppert — Wed, 8 May 2013 06:42:00 EDT

Southern Methodist University is making changes to protect students from sexual assaults.

Hoping for Rain!

Evan Andrews — Wed, 8 May 2013 06:07:00 EDT

Clouds and an isolated shower early this AM will give way to sun, gusty winds and warm temps in the mid 80s. A few strong storms may squeeze into far WESTERN counties this evening. Thursday PM/night is

Store owner takes action when robbers storm store

Natalie Solis — Wed, 8 May 2013 00:24:00 EDT

When four armed robbers threaten employees inside a West Dallas store, the owner takes action into his own hands.

Cowboys Dancehall sued for over-serving drunk driver

Brandon Todd — Wed, 8 May 2013 00:09:00 EDT

He was nearly four times the legal limit and got into a head-on crash with a woman, killing both on impact. Now the woman's family is going after the Cowboys Dancehall in Arlington where he'd been drinking.

Uncle arrested for Greenville teenager's murder

Nic Koppert — Tue, 7 May 2013 23:26:00 EDT

An arrest has been made in the murder of a teenager who was found dead after she disappeared when she got off a school bus.

Police: Wrong-way driver causes deadly head-on in Denton

Emily Lopez — Tue, 7 May 2013 23:21:00 EDT

Police say a wrong-way driver on Interstate 35W in Denton caused a head-on collision, killing himself and another woman.

One dead, one in custody in Farmers Branch wreck

Kevin Lynch — Tue, 7 May 2013 23:19:00 EDT

Farmers Branch police arrest one man after a deadly accident Sunday morning.

Ft. Worth mayor raises awareness for homeless program

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Tue, 7 May 2013 18:28:00 EDT

Fort Worth mayor Betsy Price was on the streets Tuesday to raise awareness about homelessness in the city.

West Nile claims 20th victim in Dallas County

Mark Norris — Tue, 7 May 2013 17:26:00 EDT

A Dallas County resident who got West Nile virus in 2012 has died, making them the twentieth West Nile death from the 2012 West Nile virus season.

Police chief sends text message for rescue after falling in well

Mark Norris — Tue, 7 May 2013 16:54:00 EDT

The City of Kemp police chief was rescued from an abandoned water well he fell in by sending a text message.

Police chase ends in crash

Nic Koppert — Tue, 7 May 2013 07:30:00 EDT

A truck crashed in North Fort Worth after being chased by Haltom City police.

Leadership of American-US Airways to be named soon

Tue, 7 May 2013 06:28:00 EDT

American Airlines and US Airways will soon announce the senior executives of their combined company.

Finally Warm!

Evan Andrews — Tue, 7 May 2013 06:02:00 EDT

Some clouds this morning will yield a fair amount of sun by afternoon. Highs in the low to mid 80s. Tomorrow, Gulf winds will pick up with highs in the mid 80s. A few showers out west Wed. evening otherwise

80 year old man murdered in dispute over quality of work

Kevin Lynch — Tue, 7 May 2013 00:17:00 EDT

Suspect tells police he stole money from the dead man.

14-year-old Mt. Pleasant girl found; suspect in custody

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Tue, 7 May 2013 00:08:00 EDT

A 14-year-old girl taken by a man who has been known to have an obsession with the girl was found alive on Monday afternoon.

North Richland Hills girl returns home from Mexico

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Mon, 6 May 2013 23:55:00 EDT

A missing 14-year-old girl from North Richland Hills who was found in Mexico is now back home.

Atmos Energy overcharges accounts with online auto pay

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Mon, 6 May 2013 23:53:00 EDT

People who pay their Atmos Energy bill on an online auto pay when their bank accounts were overcharged – some as much as ten times the correct amount.

NYC identity theft ring strikes North Texas

Shaun Rabb — Mon, 6 May 2013 23:46:00 EDT

Officials in New York City broke up an identity theft ring last week and found hundreds of victims were from North Texas, many from Mesquite. Four men have been charged in a 405 count indictment.

Trial begins Tuesday for alleged killer of NFL player's sister

Dionne Anglin — Mon, 6 May 2013 18:44:00 EDT

A Tarrant County defendant backed out of a plea deal on Monday, triggering an unexpected murder trial.

Man dead after hit and run on Garland Road in Dallas

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Mon, 6 May 2013 18:00:00 EDT

Dallas police are looking for the driver of an SUV after a man was hit and killed on Garland Road late Sunday.

Reunion Tower observation deck to re-open this fall

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Mon, 6 May 2013 13:17:00 EDT

Construction is set to begin on a renovation that will make it much easier to see buildings and landscapes from the Reunion Tower observation deck.

More than 10 apartments damaged in fire

Nic Koppert — Mon, 6 May 2013 06:21:00 EDT

A fire damaged 12 units at the Surrey Oaks apartment complex in the 400 block of King George Drive.

Back to the REAL May!

Evan Andrews — Mon, 6 May 2013 06:06:00 EDT

Today we still transition from the cooler air. Sun this morning will give way to increasing PM clouds but highs will still make it into the upper 70s. After a cloud filled mild night, we should get into

Hundreds rally in Downtown Dallas for Immigration Reform

Chelsea Kretz — Sun, 5 May 2013 23:33:00 EDT

Parts of downtown Dallas were shut down because hundreds of people marched for comprehensive immigration reform.

TX lawmakers propose armed guards in public schools

Natalie Solis — Sun, 5 May 2013 21:04:00 EDT

Texas lawmakers spend a day off taking a closer look at legislation proposing armed guards in public schools

80 Degree Temperatures On The Way

Richard Ray — Sun, 5 May 2013 18:29:00 EDT

More sunshine with warmer temperatures this week.

Wrong way crash sends 5 to hospital

Sun, 5 May 2013 09:48:00 EDT

Traffic on a major Dallas road was snarled for hours following a wreck. Police shut down a portion of Northwest Highway, near Bachman Lake. A car heading westbound went into the eastbound lanes of traffic

West plant has only $1M in insurance coverage

The Associated Press — Sun, 5 May 2013 09:48:00 EDT

McALLEN, Texas (AP) -- The Texas fertilizer plant that exploded last month, killing 14 people, injuring more than 200 others and causing tens of millions of dollars in damage to the surrounding area had

TX Lawmakers pass bills on "Gun Day"

Sun, 5 May 2013 09:42:00 EDT

The Texas House passed a dozen gun related bills Saturday on what both supporters and critics called "Gun Day." One measure allows college students, over 21, with concealed handgun licenses, to carry

Denton smash-and-grab robbers caught on camera

Chelsea Kretz — Sat, 4 May 2013 22:30:00 EDT

Denton police are searching for three smash-and-grab robbers who were caught in the act by surveillance cameras.

West disaster center opens

James Rose — Sat, 4 May 2013 22:14:00 EDT

The disaster recovery center located in the heart of downtown West, Texas houses federal, state and local agencies looking to help survivors of the fertilizer plant explosion. It's being described as

First Baptist Wylie offered free CHL class

Calvert Collins — Sat, 4 May 2013 22:14:00 EDT

The NRA is preaching its message of continued gun ownership in Houston, while a local church is offering a free CHL class.

Motorcycle rider dies while escorting funeral procession

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Sat, 4 May 2013 21:35:00 EDT

He driving on Mansfield Highway in Forest Hill when he was hit by another car.

Dry Weather To Continue Across North Texas

Richard Ray — Sat, 4 May 2013 20:13:00 EDT

Temperatures will remain below normal for the next couple of days.

Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile Virus

Sat, 4 May 2013 10:51:00 EDT

Mosquitoes in one North Texas City are already testing positive for the West Nile Virus. Flower Mound will begin spraying after samples tested positive on Waketon road. Crews will start Tuesday and will

Thieves targeted West plant

Sat, 4 May 2013 10:51:00 EDT

Records show burglars frequently targeted the fertilizer plant in West that exploded, which left 15 dead and 200 hurt. The thieves were after a chemical, anhydrous ammonia, that can be used to make methamphetamine. Sheriff's

McKinney baseball tournament striking out cancer

Fil Alvarado — Fri, 3 May 2013 23:05:00 EDT

A baseball tournament in McKinney this weekend is helping benefit cancer research.

Suspect beaten in jail after woman, boy stabbed to death

Chelsea Kretz — Fri, 3 May 2013 22:41:00 EDT

A man accused of stabbing his former girlfriend and her 8-year-old son to death has agreed to extradition from Oklahoma jail.

Vet's gets new Purple Heart after original is stolen

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Fri, 3 May 2013 18:41:00 EDT

A Korean War veteran who had his Purple Heart stolen has a replacement thanks to a friend and a local congressman.

Man pretends to be Sears employee, cons woman

Dionne Anglin — Fri, 3 May 2013 18:38:00 EDT

A local woman is upset after being conned by a man pretending to be a Sears employee at Northeast Mall in Hurst.

Federal disaster loans available after West blast

Fri, 3 May 2013 07:40:00 EDT

Federal low-interest loans are available for people in several Central Texas counties affected by the deadly West fertilizer plant explosion.

Delta, American match United on change-fee hike

Fri, 3 May 2013 07:35:00 EDT

Delta Air Lines Inc. and American Airlines have matched United's increase in the fee for changing a domestic-flight reservation from $150 to $200.

Two challenges make overnight fire difficult to fight

Nic Koppert — Fri, 3 May 2013 06:53:00 EDT

A fire destroyed a home near Waxahachie early Friday morning.

No Weekend Warm-Up!

Evan Andrews — Fri, 3 May 2013 06:06:00 EDT

After two record lows in just a few hours, we should warm up a bit today. Just a bit. Sunshine will yield a few PM clouds and highs in the low 60s. Gusty NW winds continue all weekend long! That storm

Vigil held for murdered Greenville girl

Chelsea Kretz — Thu, 2 May 2013 23:55:00 EDT

Family and friends of Alicia Moore gathered for a vigil at the bus stop where she was last seen in October.

Denton County pastor accused of child sex crime

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Thu, 2 May 2013 23:50:00 EDT

A Denton County pastor is charged with attempted sexual performance of a child.

Police: Corinth pastor tried to get child naked

Fil Alvarado — Thu, 2 May 2013 23:36:00 EDT

Police say a Corinth pastor tried to convince a child to get naked for him.

Missing 14-year-old girl found safe in Mexico

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Thu, 2 May 2013 18:41:00 EDT

North Richland Hills investigators announced Thursday a missing 14-year-old girl has been found safe in Mexico with a man she may have met online.

Raytheon moving division HQ from California to McKinney

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Thu, 2 May 2013 18:39:00 EDT

Defense and security company Raytheon is moving one of its division headquarters to North Texas.

Weatherford HS student faces charges over bomb threat

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Thu, 2 May 2013 18:32:00 EDT

A 16-year-old student has been charged after making a bomb threat against Weatherford High School.

Southwest fined $35K for mishandling complaints

Thu, 2 May 2013 07:15:00 EDT

Southwest Airlines Co. will pay $35,000 to settle government accusations that it responded slowly to complaints by passengers, including some with disabilities.

J.C. Penney ad apologizes to customers

Thu, 2 May 2013 06:31:00 EDT

J.C. Penney is sorry and it wants your business back.

Winter is Back!

Evan Andrews — Thu, 2 May 2013 06:07:00 EDT

Cold front is plowing through. 60s are becoming 50s.... and 50s will become 40s as the day wears on. Winds will howl 20-30 mph and there will be patchy rain as well into this evening. Skies will clear

Haltom City babysitter arrested for beating infant

Calvert Collins — Wed, 1 May 2013 23:51:00 EDT

A Haltom City woman was arrested for beating an infant so badly, police believe the child may die.

Firefighter imposter says he did it because he's homeless

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Wed, 1 May 2013 23:11:00 EDT

The North Texas man accused of stealing a Dallas firefighter's uniform and posing as a first responder says he did it because he was homeless.

George W. Bush library now open to public

Wed, 1 May 2013 18:39:00 EDT

Students got a surprise when President George W. Bush showed up during their tour of the museum's Oval Office replica.

Man did not yell "Jihad" during Love Field arrest

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Wed, 1 May 2013 18:13:00 EDT

The Garland man accused of busting through a perimeter security gate at Dallas Love Field did not yell "Jihad" when being arrested, rather he yelled "In the name of Jesus" three times.

West explosion investigation may finish next week

The Associated Press — Wed, 1 May 2013 12:44:00 EDT

The deadly explosion at the West Fertilizer Co. plant is the focus of a special hearing at the Texas Legislature.

Richardson couple faces charges after five-month-old dies

Mark Norris — Wed, 1 May 2013 11:07:00 EDT

Two Richardson parents face charges after their five-month-old child was shaken, slid across a counter & fell on the floor and later died in a local hospital.

One Last Warm Day!

Evan Andrews — Wed, 1 May 2013 06:06:00 EDT

One last WARM, humid day. Low clouds will break for sun, with highs low to mid 80s. The cold front will trigger some strong/severe storms this evening WEST of FTW. They will likely gag on the way into

North Richland Hills police searching for 14-year-old girl

Mark Norris — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:24:00 EDT

North Richland Hills police are looking for a missing 14-year-old girl who they believe disappeared with a 26-year-old man.

Son of MLB’s Torii Hunter files $10 million lawsuit against accusers

Mark Norris — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:14:00 EDT

Lawyers for Major League Baseball player Torii Hunter's son are suing those who accused Darius Hunter of sexual assault last year.

Alleged fake Dallas firefighter arrested

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:08:00 EDT

Terrance King allegedly showed up to the Plano Fire Department in full Dallas Fire-Rescue gear and claimed to be a firefighter.

Man arrested after assaulting woman at Arlington sleep center

Lari Barager — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:38:00 EDT

A woman says she was sexually assaulted multiple times by a technician while undergoing a sleep study at her doctor's office.

Price letter urges pastors to block outreach by DISD's Miles

Shaun Rabb — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:23:00 EDT

Price has sent to more than 75 pastors across Dallas, asking them not to let the DISD superintendent speak in their churches.

Weatherford HS modified lockdown lifted after two hours

Mark Norris — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:52:00 EDT

Weatherford High School students were under a modified lockdown Tuesday morning for about two hours as police investigated information school staff received early Tuesday.

Two brothers who worked at Garland church face sexual assault charges

Lynn Kawano — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:22:00 EDT

A former youth pastor is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a teen. Police suspect there are other victims.

Airline merger could divide labor union ranks

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 07:33:00 EDT

The president of the AFL-CIO is concerned that the merger of American Airlines and US Airways will trigger a costly fight between two unions over ground workers.

FDA to investigate added caffeine in trail mix, gum, other foods

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 06:57:00 EDT

With a growing number of foods boasting added caffeine for an energy boost, the Food and Drug Administration says it's time to investigate their safety.

May Madness!

Evan Andrews — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 05:52:00 EDT

Windy, warm today. Low clouds for parts of the area this morning breaking for sun. Might be a stray shower far SE pm otherwise highs in the low to mid 80s. Pretty similar Wednesday...clouds, some sun and

West residents, officials wary of scammers

Richard Ray — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:04:00 EDT

Officials in West say there's a growing problem of people claiming to be victims of the fertilizer plant explosion so they can collect benefits.

CPS investigating after 8 children left at Dallas fire station

Mark Norris — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:11:00 EDT

Eight children were left at a Dallas fire station on Sunday morning, triggering an investigation by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.

Prayer vigil Monday night for Ft. Worth teen killed in hit-and-run

myfoxdfw.com Staff — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:00:00 EDT

A prayer vigil is scheduled Monday night for a 14-year-old boy killed in a hit-and-run last week.

Twelve-year-old says she was raped at Dallas school

Natalie Solis — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 22:52:00 EDT

A middle school girl told Dallas police she was sexually assaulted at school.

Man breaches Dallas Love Field security, yells "Jihad" during arrest

Melissa Cutler — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:34:00 EDT

A man was arrested Sunday night for breaching security at Dallas Love Field and yelling "Jihad" when he was arrested.

Stars hire Nill to replace Nieuwendyk as GM

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:15:00 EDT

The Associated Press reports the Dallas Stars have chosen Jim Nill to replace fired general manager Joe Nieuwendyk.

Victims ID alleged gunman in shooting

Nic Koppert — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 06:48:00 EDT

A man and woman were shot inside their home Sunday night.

Fatal motorcycle accident shuts down major freeway

Nic Koppert — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 06:47:00 EDT

A woman was killed late Sunday night in a chain reaction crash on Interstate 20 near the Dallas-Duncanville border.

Early voting begins for May 11 elections in Texas

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 06:20:00 EDT

Texas voters have the chance to decide bond packages, choose mayors and elect other community leaders as part of municipal and county elections.