Balch Springs murder suspect's parents have fled their home, investigators say
John Edward Rivera is wanted for killing another man in July. Federal investigators have evidence showing his family helped him escape. Now, they're on the run, and the victim's family worries the man police just had in custody may take off as well.
Federal manhunt underway for Balch Springs murder suspect
The U.S. Marshals are looking for a North Texas man wanted for shooting and killing another man in Balch Springs nearly three months ago. It's the first time anyone in law enforcement has acknowledged the murder or said they were looking for a suspect.
Balch Springs strip mall closed after gas leak explosion injures 2
Grainy cell phone video captured the immediate aftermath of an explosion at small strip mall located off Pioneer Road on August 19.
DWI suspect arrested after crashing into Balch Springs police vehicle
Balch Springs police released the name and mug shot of the man they said crashed into a police SUV while intoxicated.
Jury awards millions in damages to family of teen killed by Balch Springs officer
Attorneys for the father of Jordan Edwards said the $10.6 million in compensatory damages and $11 million in punitive damages will send a powerful message that police officers who use excessive force will pay a price.
Ex-Balch Springs officer convicted of murdering teen takes the stand again
In a rare wrongful death civil trial against a police officer convicted of murdering a 15-year-old took the stand again Thursday.
Father of teen killed by ex-Balch Springs cop tells jury he has nightmares of his son screaming
The father of Jordan Edwards, a teenager shot and killed by former Balch Springs police officer Roy Oliver, took the stand on Wednesday in the civil trial against the officer.
Basketball coach testifies about Jordan Edwards' skills during former Balch Springs officer's trial
FOX 4’s camera was not allowed in the federal courtroom as former Mesquite High School Football Coach Jeff Fleener took the stand, but he spoke to us later outside.
Victim's friend weeps on the stand during former Balch Springs officer's wrongful death trial
Testimony is expected to begin Monday in the wrongful death lawsuit against former Balch Springs police officer Roy Oliver, who is serving a 15-year prison sentence for the murder of Jordan Edwards.
Jury selected for former Balch Springs officer's civil rights trial
In court on Monday, Roy Oliver paid close attention as potential jurors were questioned about whether they had biases for or against police and whether they could be fair and impartial. A jury was selected by the end of the day.
How to apply for federal disaster loans after historic flooding
Low-interest government loans are now available to North Texans affected by the historic flooding in Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, Denton, Ellis and Kaufman counties last month.
Dallas County hoping to get approved for SBA low-interest loans to help those impacted by flooding
Last month's flooding damage in Dallas County wasn't enough to qualify for federal grant money to help victims rebuild, but those who need the help may still be able to get cheap loans to rebuild.
Flooding death: Grandmother called husband for help before being swept away
60-year-old Joleen Jarrell was returning from dropping off a friend at work when her car was swept away in the floodwaters, according to her husband.
Flooding forces Balch Springs residents to evacuate their homes
Just one month after an out-of-control fire devastated a Balch Springs neighborhood, out-of-control floodwaters devastated another neighborhood in the city.
Flooding forces evacuations in Balch Springs
“This is the worst I've seen it, and we've lived here for about 25 years,” said Rick Waltz, a Balch Springs homeowner who had his roof collapse in the rain.
School year begins for victims of Balch Springs fire
Mesquite ISD is trying to make sure the students have some sense of normalcy in the middle of a disaster. Two weeks ago, three dozen Balch Springs families watched their homes burn. Nine of them burned to the ground.
Balch Springs grass fire destroys reverend's home, community comes together to help
Reverend Frederick Jackson's Balch Springs home was destroyed in a grass fire. Members of local churches are helping out.
Balch Springs reverend getting help from church family after losing home to grass fire
Even with losing everything, Reverend Frederick Jackson said he is thankful for the people who surround his family during this difficult time.
Balch Springs fire victims get helping hand from local organizations
Forty people who lost everything in Monday's $6 million fire in Balch Springs got a helping hand.
Balch Springs grass fire causes $6M in damage to homes
A fire sparked by crews mowing grass in a field caused $6 million in damage to nearby homes in the Dallas County city of Balch Springs.