Fake online threats causing real problems across North Texas schools
Police tell FOX 4 the threats are mostly fake, copied and pasted from similar threats. However, it’s enough to keep campuses on alert. They say it's a growing trend sweeping across North Texas and the state.
Kennedale teen accused of shooting her grandmother who was holding 2-year-old
Police say a teenage girl shot her own grandmother and then got into a shootout with the responding officers. The grandmother survived. She was holding her 2-year-old grandchild, who was not injured.
Trackdown: Help find burglar who stole from Mansfield jewelry store
In this week's Trackdown, Mansfield police need your help to find the person who broke into a Zales jewelry store earlier this month.
Cryptocurrency investment fraud cost Americans $5.6B last year
The FBI received over 69,000 complaints in 2023 by victims of fraud involving bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, according to a new report.
Reggie Bush prevents attempted home invasion at gated LA home
Former NFL star and Heisman Trophy Award-winner Reggie Bush nearly became the latest victim in a string of recent home burglaries in Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley late Tuesday night.
Man shot during attempted robbery in Fort Worth, police say
A man was killed during an attempted robbery in Fort Worth on Wednesday morning, according to police.
Father of Springfield, Ohio boy killed in crash says Trump, Vance using death for 'political gain'
The father of the Springfield, Ohio 11-year-old killed in a school bus accident had some harsh and emotional words after Trump and Vance recently mentioned his son’s death as a reason to oppose immigration.
Apalachee HS suspect's mother apologizes to families, says son 'not a monster'
The mother of a 14-year-old accused of killing four people and injuring nine others at Apalachee High School in Barrow County one week ago has reportedly released a letter apologizing to the victims' families.
Kemp ISD closed September 11th because of threat
Kemp ISD in Kaufman County is closed today as police investigate a threat made to several Texas school districts, according to the Kemp ISD superintendent.
Mexican national wanted for Mesquite woman’s murder
The hunt is on for a fugitive wanted for murdering a Mesquite mother of four in front of her kids. Authorities believe the suspect, who is a Mexican national, may be hiding out in Mexico.
Body of Bedford man found in trunk of burning car in East Texas; 3 charged with murder
The victim’s family thought he was driving to East Texas to meet up with a girl. That’s when investigators say three people, including a teenager. were waiting to rob him. His body was found in the trunk of a burning car in a rural county road.
Dallas Black Clergy calls scathing juvenile report 'shocking but not surprising'
The Dallas Black Clergy called the Office of Inspector General’s report shocking but not surprising. The group is now calling for an independent review, more accountability and community input in the search for the new executive director.
Family of Dallas boy, 14, killed while walking to school pushes for more pedestrian safety
14-year-old Jonathan Ayala was killed last Friday while walking to school. His family says that section of Marsalis is dangerous for the many kids going to school about a half mile away. There is no curb to protect pedestrians. They hope it's a wake-up call to drivers and also the city to add more safety measures.
Diddy ordered to pay $100M default judgment in sexual assault lawsuit
A man accused the music mogul of sexually assaulting him in 1997.
Dallas police shooting: Suspect with replica handgun killed by officers
The Dallas Police Department released body camera footage of officers shooting and killing a man with a fake gun over the weekend.
Civil rights activists call for Fort Worth police officer's firing
Civil rights leaders in Tarrant County are calling for the firing of a Fort Worth police officer involved in an off-duty shooting.
Florida man accused of throwing chihuahua off hotel balcony 'like a football,' deputies say
A Florida man was taken to jail after he threw a dog off a balcony, causing the animal to break several bones, according to the Lee County Sheriff's Office.
South Texan arrested for Ennis ISD school threat
Ennis ISD said the person who made a vague threat against the school district has been arrested.
South Oak Cliff High School freshman girl shot at park across campus
Police say the freshman girl was at the South Oak Cliff Renaissance Park when she was shot. She reportedly went back to the campus to get help.
Avid cyclist killed during group ride along Benbrook bike trail
A Benbrook man who was an avid cyclist was killed Saturday morning. He's being remembered as a dedicated, retired educator who enjoyed riding with friends.