Dallas police say man shot, killed 26-year-old girlfriend for having abortion
A 22-year-old man who shot and killed his girlfriend early Wednesday did so because of a recent abortion she had, according to his arrest warrant.
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A 22-year-old man who shot and killed his girlfriend early Wednesday did so because of a recent abortion she had, according to his arrest warrant.
On May 9, the Dallas Police Department's Child Exploitation Unit received information that a child was being sexually assaulted and shortly identified 34-year-old William Beckam as the suspect.
Police determined the woman had been in an argument with 22-year-old Harold Thompson prior to the shooting. He has since been arrested and charged with murder.
In the alley behind a UPS store, employee Lane Dobbins was taking out the trash, when he stumbled onto a man in distress and a Dallas police officer trying to help.
Anyone with information on his death is asked to contact Dallas Police Detective Patty Belew at 214-671-3603 or patty.belew@dallaspolice.gov.
At 3:11 a.m., police responded to an "armed encounter on foot" call at William's Fried Chicken located on Robert B. Cullum Boulevard.
City leaders say they believe they have isolated the problem, but they have a lot of work to do restore systems properly.
The computer issues mean some people were issued citations instead of being arrested for minor offenses like shoplifting. Dallas Fire-Rescue says crews had to use physical maps to drive its ladder trucks and ambulances to emergencies.
The outage is impacting the computer system that directs police to emergencies and other calls.
Dallas police chief Eddie Garcia released new details about a deadly encounter between police and a suspect. This video contains body camera footage, which some viewers may find disturbing.
Dallas police chief Eddie Garcia credits the actions of K9 Figor with saving the life of Senior Cpl. Scott Jay last week.
A man has died after being shot in a parking lot in Red Bird Saturday evening, Dallas police said.
When officers arrived, they found 26-year-old Jonathan Andrews shot on the ground. Dallas Fire-Rescue responded; however, Andrews died from his injuries.
Neither of the injuries are life-threatening. A suspect was shot, and died at the scene.
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 214-373-TIPS.
Police are asking for the public's assistance in identifying the suspect in a shooting that happened in Deep Ellum on March 15.
Officers determined the victim and two other teens, ages 15 and 16, were involved in an argument before the shooting.
Both victims were taken to nearby hospitals where one died from their injury. The other victim is in stable condition, police said.
Dallas police are investigating a triple shooting that left one person dead and two injured Sunday morning.
Crews pulled one person from the home; however, they were pronounced dead at the scene, officials said. Their identity has not been released at this time.
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Police are investigating after a woman was found shot dead in southeast Dallas Friday afternoon.
At 3:33 a.m. March 23, police responded to a shooting call at a Motel 6 in the 1600 block of Regal Row.
Dallas ISD police have arrested the suspect in the shooting that occurred at Thomas Jefferson High School on Tuesday.
A second man has died following a shooting in Dallas' Redbird neighborhood last week.
Neighbors who live near Singleton Boulevard say they have suffered from decades of sickness and hope to use science and data to get their voices heard.
The days may be getting colder, but recruit and former teacher Peyton Segars said the workouts are heating up.
Alice Brock, whose Massachusetts-based eatery helped inspire Arlo Guthrie's deadpan Thanksgiving standard, "Alice's Restaurant," has died at age 83.
Kylie Kelce, wife of retired Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce, announced Friday evening that the couple is expecting their fourth child.
On a normal day, just about 125 students fill Morgan Mill ISD. But Friday was no normal day.
Neighbors who live near Singleton Boulevard say they have suffered from decades of sickness and hope to use science and data to get their voices heard.
The days may be getting colder, but recruit and former teacher Peyton Segars said the workouts are heating up.
Alice Brock, whose Massachusetts-based eatery helped inspire Arlo Guthrie's deadpan Thanksgiving standard, "Alice's Restaurant," has died at age 83.
Kylie Kelce, wife of retired Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce, announced Friday evening that the couple is expecting their fourth child.
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The CBS Data Team learned there are about 5600 mail thefts reported every year in the North Texas region- that's more than 15 reported thefts a day.
A newly filed bill by State Representative Jared Patterson, R-Frisco, would require social media platforms to verify a new user is 18 or older. The legislation would also allow the Texas Attorney General to target a social media platform if there are minors on the platform. Patterson told Jack about the bill, and also discussed the upcoming Texas House Speaker's race.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller says a new deal with Mexico to secure much-needed water for the Rio Grande Valley will provide significant benefits to farmers and cities in the region. However, he also noted in a conversation with CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink that the state needs to implement more long-term solutions to address water needs comprehensively.
U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey, feeling the sting of this month's election results, says he and other Democrats are committed to making changes. Veasey of Fort Worth was recently selected as a vice chair for the New Democrat Coalition, a group of 100 pragmatic, center-left members of Congress. He spoke with CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink days before his appointment as vice chair.
State Rep. David Spiller, a Republican from Jacksboro, supports President-elect Donald Trump's plan to use the military for mass deportations, arguing that the economic concerns are outweighed by the billions already spent by the federal government. He disagrees with State Sen. Roland Gutierrez, who believes the policy will harm the economy.
State Sen. Roland Gutierrez, a Democrat from San Antonio, has voiced strong opposition to President-elect Donald Trump's mass deportation plan, warning that it could severely damage the economy.
At Fort Worth ISD's North Side High School, the sounds of an American sport on the field meet mariachi music in the stands.
With new foods, such as the "Drowning Taquitos" and the "Beso de Angel," Tony's Taco Shop owners say they don't take their success for granted.
Latinas in Tech DFW started back up last year after the pandemic. They have lots of opportunities for Latinas to network, connect, and learn new skills.
Anchor Ken Molestina shows us how he makes his Cuban coffee for the CBS News Texas newsroom.
Del Olmo, who has played golf his entire life, recalls how rare the sport was for people like him growing up in Mexico City.
A North Texas couple vetted and hired a local company for their move to Oregon, not knowing someone else would be taking their things.
Big solar companies oftentimes outsource on-the-ground sales efforts to third-party companies.
As more seniors fall victim to financial scams, citizens and lawmakers search for stronger consumer protections.
Following an I-Team investigation, Sunnova Energy is facing legal action from nearly a dozen Texas families.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
Cook Children's Medical Center has reported a record-high number of visits for respiratory viruses.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
Auri and her sister Suri were preparing to walk their dogs when the 8-year-old started choking.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
Seventeen thousand workers depend on those containers to arrive by train or truck transport inside southern Dallas County’s International Inland Port.
Following an I-Team investigation, Sunnova Energy is facing legal action from nearly a dozen Texas families.
Elliott Hill is a TCU graduate and currently serves on the school's board of trustees.
Chevron Corporation announced Friday it would relocate its headquarters from San Ramon to Houston, Texas before the end of the year.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
The announcement comes days after the Wings won the first pick in the 2025 WNBA draft.
The Mavericks said Thursday their five-time All-Star will be re-evaluated in a week.
After another home blowout, fans are left wondering what to look forward to with seven games remaining.
The front office remains behind head coach Mike McCarthy, and QB Cooper Rush will continue to start.
Joe Mixon ran for three touchdowns, Derek Barnett returned a fumble 28 yards for a score and the Houston Texans beat the Dallas Cowboys 34-10.
Alice Brock, whose Massachusetts-based eatery helped inspire Arlo Guthrie's deadpan Thanksgiving standard, "Alice's Restaurant," has died at age 83.
Ridley Scott returns to ancient Rome with "Gladiator II" nearly 25 years after the Oscar-winning original.
Family and friends of One Direction star Liam Payne, who died after falling from a Buenos Aires hotel room, have gathered for his funeral in England.
Jake Paul's promotions company says the fighter's unanimous decision over Mike Tyson was the highest-grossing combat sports event in Texas since 2021.
For years, actor and comedian Katt Williams has claimed he lied about his age as a teenager to join the Marines and passed boot camp before being drummed out. The Marines have no record of him ever serving.
Check out photos of cars, trucks and SUV's on display this year at the Texas Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas.
We take a look back at Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia's time in Dallas.
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Severe storms made way across North Texas on May 28, leaving behind a path of destruction.
Damage from across North Texas that was left behind by two tornadoes on May 25.
