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7 Years After the July 7 Police Attacks in Dallas, ‘Killer Robots’ Aren’t Very Active

By Kelly DearmoreJuly 7, 2023

Many wondered if bomb-equipped robots were a sign of things to come after Dallas police used one to kill Micah Zavier Johnson

Death, Drugs and Political Battles Dominate North Texas News in 2023 So Far

By Kelly DearmoreJuly 5, 2023

Gun violence, fentanyl and politicians in hot water have shaped current events in Dallas and beyond this year.

3 People Killed, 8 Injured: See Crowd React to Deadly Fort Worth Shooting.

By Kelly DearmoreJuly 4, 2023

Police are still unclear why the shooting south of downtown on Monday night took place after the annual ComoFest.

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Allen Police Release Bodycam Footage of Outlet Mall Gunman Confrontation

By Kelly DearmoreJune 28, 2023

The more than five-minute video depicts an officer chasing down shooter Mauricio Garcia on May 6

What’s Next, Now That Dallas Kicked Most Short-Term Rentals to the Curb?

By Kelly DearmoreJune 21, 2023

After months of debate, Dallas City Council outlaws most Airbnb and other short-term rental properties operating in the city.

Dallas Wrestles With How To Handle City Hall Corruption

By Jacob VaughnJune 12, 2023

Next week, the City Council could vote on a slate of amendments to how to deal with ethics violations.

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Dallas is Working To Reduce Random Gunfire

By Jacob VaughnJune 8, 2023

People are shooting their guns throughout the city. Residents feel enough isn’t being done about it.

‘Still in a War Zone’: Allen Fire Department Releases Timeline of Outlet Mass Shooting

By Kelly DearmoreJune 7, 2023

The new report details a harrowing minute-by-minute scenario where lives were lost and likely saved by first responders from a number of cities.

Overdose Mapping Is Coming to Dallas To Help Fight Fentanyl, Opioid Abuse

By Kelly DearmoreJune 1, 2023

In September, all Texas cities will be required to track and report drug overdoses to law enforcement.

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25 Days After the Mass Shooting, Allen Premium Outlets Reopens Today

By Kelly DearmoreMay 31, 2023

Stores in the mall will begin to open today, with some others opening on Thursday. New security measures will also be in place.

5 Hacks by Dallas Ransomware Attackers

By Jacob VaughnMay 31, 2023

The cyber criminals behind the recent attack have been busy across the U.S. and abroad.

Keeping a Cold Case Warm: True-Crime Fans are Still Fascinated with Missy Bevers’ Murder

By Simone CarterMay 31, 2023

A widower and a group of podcasters haven’t stopped searching for answers into a perplexing crime, although they’ don’t share the same approach.

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More Details on Allen Mass Shooting Victims, Shooter Emerge

By Kelly DearmoreMay 24, 2023

More than two weeks after Mauricio Garcia killed eight people, reports shed light on his possible motivation and the lives of those he murdered.

Slain Uvalde teacher Eva Mireles mural.

Signs of Life: One Year After the Tragedy, Uvalde Clings to the Past

By Kelly DearmoreMay 17, 2023

In May of 2022 Robb Elementary was the site of one of the nation’s deadliest mass shootings. The reminders are everywhere residents look.

Police Deny Father’s Account of Allen Outlet Mall Shooting

By Jacob VaughnMay 16, 2023

Steven Spainhouer described what he saw on the scene of the May 6 mass shooting in Allen. Authorities now say he “is not a credible incident witness.”

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New Arrests in Connection with Carrollton Fentanyl Overdoses and Deaths

By Kelly DearmoreMay 12, 2023

Authorities have caught up with more suspects related to the recent juvenile opioid deaths in the Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD.

Allen Mass Shooting Police Audio, Witness Accounts and Security Video Fill in Some Gaps

By Kelly DearmoreMay 10, 2023

More Allen mass shooting details emerge from sources outside of law enforcement.

FBI, Texas DPS Give Update on Allen Outlet Mass Shooting

By Kelly DearmoreMay 9, 2023

“He had neo-Nazi ideation.”: Police give more details on Mauricio Garcia, the man they say killed 8 at Allen Premium Outlets

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Some Victims Names, Few Official Updates Revealed from Allen Outlet Shooting

By Kelly DearmoreMay 8, 2023

Victims of Saturday’s deadly mass shooting in Allen included a pair of sisters in elementary school.

Police Identify Gunman in Allen Outlet Mass Murder, According to Reports

By Kelly DearmoreMay 7, 2023

Police have identified a 33-year-old man they say killed 8 people in Allen on Saturday

Gov. Greg Abbott Sinks to ‘a New Low’ with Tweet About Cleveland Murders

By Kelly DearmoreMay 1, 2023

Greg Abbott’s Sunday tweet had people accusing the Texas governor of victim shaming the five who were murdered over the weekend.

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Dallas Officer, K-9 Shot Overnight in Pleasant Grove, Suspect Reportedly Killed

By Kelly DearmoreApril 28, 2023

Early Friday morning, a Dallas police officer and K-9 were shot while searching for a suspect in an earlier shooting

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