Thursday, November 13 2014 12:18 PM EST2014-11-13 17:18:11 GMT
The fiancee of Ebola victim Thomas Eric Duncan has a book deal. Louise Troh's memoir is scheduled for April 28, to be published jointly by The Weinstein Company and The Perseus Book Group.
The fiancee of Ebola victim Thomas Eric Duncan has a book deal. Louise Troh's memoir is scheduled for April 28, to be published jointly by The Weinstein Company and The Perseus Book Group.
Thursday, November 13 2014 10:55 AM EST2014-11-13 15:55:49 GMT
There was a small explosion at a business in Carrollton early Thursday morning. A man was reportedly pumping chemicals out of a truck into a holding tank and the flammable liquid ignited.
There was a small explosion at a business in Carrollton early Thursday morning. A man was reportedly pumping chemicals out of a truck into a holding tank and the flammable liquid ignited.
Wednesday, November 12 2014 5:24 PM EST2014-11-12 22:24:16 GMT
State Senator Royce West wants every patrol officer in the state to wear a body camera. The ambitious plan would put cameras on roughly 54,000 patrol officers across various law enforcement agencies.
State Senator Royce West wants every patrol officer in the state to wear a body camera. The ambitious plan would put cameras on roughly 54,000 patrol officers across various law enforcement agencies.
Wednesday, November 12 2014 4:40 PM EST2014-11-12 21:40:40 GMT
“I miss Jerry. That was my best friend. To know that he's not here because of a mistake that I made that could have been prevented it hurts me every day,” Josh Brent told reporters.
“I miss Jerry. That was my best friend. To know that he's not here because of a mistake that I made that could have been prevented it hurts me every day,” Josh Brent told reporters.
Wednesday, November 12 2014 10:13 AM EST2014-11-12 15:13:31 GMT
Part of the Central Expressway in Plano was closed while police investigated the death of a man on the highway. The police investigation had all the southbound lanes of the highway shut down at Plano Parkway.
Part of the Central Expressway in Plano was closed while police investigated the death of a man on the highway. The police investigation had all the southbound lanes of the highway shut down at Plano Parkway.
Wednesday, November 12 2014 5:27 AM EST2014-11-12 10:27:30 GMT
Evan's 4-cast
The Chill, gets Chillier! Even with AM sun, the gusty north winds and increasing PM clouds will keeps temps in the mid 40s today. Clouds move in overnight into Thu AM but temps will keep falling into the 20s tonight and barely getting into the 40s Thu. Friday is another chilly day, but with more sun. Weekend forecast is interesting again. Warmer air heading in will spread clouds back, although just a 30% chance for light rain PM (esp DFW east). Another strong cold front blows in Sunday, and e...
The Chill, gets Chillier! Even with AM sun, the gusty north winds and increasing PM clouds will keeps temps in the mid 40s today. Clouds move in overnight into Thu AM but temps will keep falling into the 20s tonight and barely getting into the 40s Thu. Friday is another chilly day, but with more sun. Weekend forecast is interesting again. Warmer air heading in will spread clouds back, although just a 30% chance for light rain PM (esp DFW east). Another strong cold front blows in Sunday, and e...
Tuesday, November 11 2014 10:14 PM EST2014-11-12 03:14:08 GMT
Fort Worth Police Chief Jeff Halstead went to the city council Tuesday afternoon and officially retired as chief, saying he is leaving law enforcement.
Fort Worth Police Chief Jeff Halstead went to the city council Tuesday afternoon and officially retired as chief, saying he is leaving law enforcement.
Tuesday, November 11 2014 6:54 PM EST2014-11-11 23:54:28 GMT
A vendor told Dallas County Commissioners that server problems caused problems with its elections website last week. The county's elections site crashed several times on Election Day.
A vendor told Dallas County Commissioners that server problems caused problems with its elections website last week. The county's elections site crashed several times on Election Day.
Tuesday, November 11 2014 5:20 PM EST2014-11-11 22:20:52 GMT
The Dallas County Health Department is monitoring two residents for Ebola symptoms who recently returned from West Africa doing aide work.The two health care workers presently have no signs of the virus.
The Dallas County Health Department is monitoring two residents for Ebola symptoms who recently returned from West Africa doing aide work.The two health care workers presently have no signs of the virus.
The Dallas Cowboys have activated defensive tackle Josh Brent, another step toward his return to the field almost two years after a drunken-driving crash that led to his conviction for intoxication manslaughter.
The Dallas Cowboys have activated defensive tackle Josh Brent, another step toward his return to the field almost two years after a drunken-driving crash that led to his conviction for intoxication manslaughter.
Former President George W. Bush formally kicks off release of his personal biography of his father with an event at his dad's presidential library center at Texas A&M University.
Former President George W. Bush formally kicks off release of his personal biography of his father with an event at his dad's presidential library center at Texas A&M University.
Tuesday, November 11 2014 7:38 AM EST2014-11-11 12:38:57 GMT
Hundreds of retailers with locations across the country will be offering veterans a little something special on Tuesday. These lists include everything from a free lunch at Chili's to a discount at Barnes & Noble.
Hundreds of retailers with locations across the country will be offering veterans a little something special on Tuesday. These lists include everything from a free lunch at Chili's to a discount at Barnes & Noble.
Tuesday, November 11 2014 5:28 AM EST2014-11-11 10:28:48 GMT
Evan's 4-cast
Stick a fork in it...Fall is done (for now!) Gusty winds and cold air will be here for days to come. We may see a few clouds this AM, but even with sun, we'll be hard pressed to rise out of the 40s. FREEZE WARNINGS are up tonight and will be for next few nights as well. Clouds will increase Wed PM and linger into Thursday, which will actually keep it even colder in the low to mid 40s. By Saturday, moisture heads in. Should be warm enough for all rain...but a chilly rain. That exits with one ...
Stick a fork in it...Fall is done (for now!) Gusty winds and cold air will be here for days to come. We may see a few clouds this AM, but even with sun, we'll be hard pressed to rise out of the 40s. FREEZE WARNINGS are up tonight and will be for next few nights as well. Clouds will increase Wed PM and linger into Thursday, which will actually keep it even colder in the low to mid 40s. By Saturday, moisture heads in. Should be warm enough for all rain...but a chilly rain. That exits with one ...
Monday, November 10 2014 6:05 PM EST2014-11-10 23:05:58 GMT
Fort Worth Police Chief Jeffrey Halstead will step down on Tuesday, with sources saying Halstead will retire from law enforcement and is not being pressured or forced out.
Fort Worth Police Chief Jeffrey Halstead will step down on Tuesday, with sources saying Halstead will retire from law enforcement and is not being pressured or forced out.
The U.S. Supreme Court has refused to review an appeal from a 42-year-old man sent to death row for killing a North Texas police officer and another man in a shootout at an Ellis County convenience store 12 years ago.
The U.S. Supreme Court has refused to review an appeal from a 42-year-old man sent to death row for killing a North Texas police officer and another man in a shootout at an Ellis County convenience store 12 years ago.
Monday, November 10 2014 5:33 AM EST2014-11-10 10:33:08 GMT
Evan's 4-cast
One last warm day...ever? Could touch 80 from FTW west today with VERY gusty south winds. Most of us in the upper 70s. Cold front arrives overnight, so we wake up to 40s and gusty NORTH winds Tuesday. Clouds will turn to sun and may squeeze back near 50 PM. It's a DRY forecast this week but chilly. Lows Wed AM will be just above freezing DFW east and could be below north west with highs in the upper 40s. Even colder Thu-Fri AM below freezing starts and mid 40s to finish. By the weekend, mois...
One last warm day...ever? Could touch 80 from FTW west today with VERY gusty south winds. Most of us in the upper 70s. Cold front arrives overnight, so we wake up to 40s and gusty NORTH winds Tuesday. Clouds will turn to sun and may squeeze back near 50 PM. It's a DRY forecast this week but chilly. Lows Wed AM will be just above freezing DFW east and could be below north west with highs in the upper 40s. Even colder Thu-Fri AM below freezing starts and mid 40s to finish. By the weekend, mois...
Sunday, November 9 2014 7:30 PM EST2014-11-10 00:30:36 GMT
A $10 billion-a-year effort to protect sensitive government data, from military secrets to Social Security numbers, is struggling to keep pace with an increasing number of cyberattacks and is unwittingly being undermined by federal employees and contractors.
A $10 billion-a-year effort to protect sensitive government data, from military secrets to Social Security numbers, is struggling to keep pace with an increasing number of cyberattacks and is unwittingly being undermined by federal employees and contractors.
Sunday, November 9 2014 5:58 PM EST2014-11-09 22:58:27 GMT
Today brings very seasonable weather for North Texas... temps are going to warm up to 71° with southerly winds 8-15 mph and plenty of sunshine. Tonight, mostly clear and cool with light winds and a low around 52°.Tomorrow is your last chance to enjoy the warmth before the cold REALLY takes hold of North Texas. Highs will be near 80° with windy conditions.Then comes the temperature tumble on Tuesday, as highs will only be in the 50s with windy conditions and more clouds. After the system passe...
Today brings very seasonable weather for North Texas... temps are going to warm up to 71° with southerly winds 8-15 mph and plenty of sunshine. Tonight, mostly clear and cool with light winds and a low around 52°.Tomorrow is your last chance to enjoy the warmth before the cold REALLY takes hold of North Texas. Highs will be near 80° with windy conditions.Then comes the temperature tumble on Tuesday, as highs will only be in the 50s with windy conditions and more clouds. After the system passe...
Sunday, November 9 2014 5:45 PM EST2014-11-09 22:45:28 GMT
American Airlines
Flight attendants at American Airlines rejected a five-year contract Sunday, forcing the world's largest carrier and its union for cabin-crew workers into binding arbitration.
Flight attendants at American Airlines rejected a five-year contract Sunday, forcing the world's largest carrier and its union for cabin-crew workers into binding arbitration.
Sunday, November 9 2014 4:51 PM EST2014-11-09 21:51:27 GMT
Accidental poisonings from squishy laundry detergent packets sometimes mistaken for toys or candy landed more than 700 U.S. children in the hospital in just two years, researchers report.
Accidental poisonings from squishy laundry detergent packets sometimes mistaken for toys or candy landed more than 700 U.S. children in the hospital in just two years, researchers report.
Sunday, November 9 2014 9:55 AM EST2014-11-09 14:55:43 GMT
A convenience store clerk stopped a man trying to rob him early Sunday morning. It happened at the C& C convenience store on Second Avenue in south Dallas, according to Dallas police.
A convenience store clerk stopped a man trying to rob him early Sunday morning. It happened at the C & C convenience store on Second Avenue in south Dallas, according to Dallas police.
Sunday, November 9 2014 9:52 AM EST2014-11-09 14:52:01 GMT
The last two Americans being held captive by North Korea have returned home .Kenneth Bae and Matthew Miller landed Saturday night at a Washington state military base after a top U.S. intelligence official secured their release from the reclusive Communist country.
The last two Americans being held captive by North Korea have returned home .Kenneth Bae and Matthew Miller landed Saturday night at a Washington state military base after a top U.S. intelligence official secured their release from the reclusive Communist country.
Saturday, November 8 2014 11:39 PM EST2014-11-09 04:39:37 GMT
The newly minted Secretary of Veterans Affairs told Dallas doctors that staffing is key for helping the VA recover from its massive scheduling scandal.
The newly minted Secretary of Veterans Affairs told Dallas doctors that staffing is key for helping the VA recover from its massive scheduling scandal.
Saturday, November 8 2014 9:25 PM EST2014-11-09 02:25:52 GMT
Pres. Barack Obama
Loretta Lynch was a federal prosecutor in New York when she encountered an astonishing case of police brutality: the broomstick sodomy of a Haitian immigrant in a precinct bathroom.
Loretta Lynch was a federal prosecutor in New York when she encountered an astonishing case of police brutality: the broomstick sodomy of a Haitian immigrant in a precinct bathroom.
Saturday, November 8 2014 9:04 PM EST2014-11-09 02:04:23 GMT
Two Americans held by North Korea were on their way home Saturday after their release was secured through a secret mission by the top U.S. intelligence official to the reclusive Communist country.
Two Americans held by North Korea were on their way home Saturday after their release was secured through a secret mission by the top U.S. intelligence official to the reclusive Communist country.
Saturday, November 8 2014 4:56 PM EST2014-11-08 21:56:29 GMT
An annual audit of the Dallas County District Attorney's forfeiture fund found it was unclear whether 15 expenditures were used for law enforcement purposes as state statutes require.
An annual audit of the Dallas County District Attorney's forfeiture fund found it was unclear whether 15 expenditures were used for law enforcement purposes as state statutes require.
Saturday, November 8 2014 4:44 PM EST2014-11-08 21:44:51 GMT
Police are investigating a break in at the home of Texans linebackers coach Mike Vrabel, who says that someone took his three Super Bowl rings he won as a player.Vrabel tweeted on Saturday about the break in at his home in the Houston enclave of Bellaire."To all the Houston area pawn shops: 3 super bowl rings are headed your way. Courtesy of the (expletive) who smashed our back door in," Vrabel tweeted.Vrabel, in his first season as a coach with the Texans, won the rings when he played for th...
Police are investigating a break in at the home of Texans linebackers coach Mike Vrabel, who says that someone took his three Super Bowl rings he won as a player.Vrabel tweeted on Saturday about the break in at his home in the Houston enclave of Bellaire."To all the Houston area pawn shops: 3 super bowl rings are headed your way. Courtesy of the (expletive) who smashed our back door in," Vrabel tweeted.Vrabel, in his first season as a coach with the Texans, won the rings when he played for th...
Saturday, November 8 2014 12:01 PM EST2014-11-08 17:01:47 GMT
Johnson County sheriff's deputies are looking for a missing elderly man. 91-year old Robert Clover was last seen Friday morning driving from Waxahachie to Grandview.
Johnson County sheriff's deputies are looking for a missing elderly man. 91-year old Robert Clover was last seen Friday morning driving from Waxahachie to Grandview.
Saturday, November 8 2014 12:00 PM EST2014-11-08 17:00:19 GMT
President Barack Obama says his attorney general nominee Loretta Lynch has a fierce commitment to equal justice and a solid record as a tough, fair federal prosecutor.Obama said at a White House ceremony Saturday that it's "pretty hard to be more qualified" for the job of attorney general than Lynch.
President Barack Obama says his attorney general nominee Loretta Lynch has a fierce commitment to equal justice and a solid record as a tough, fair federal prosecutor.Obama said at a White House ceremony Saturday that it's "pretty hard to be more qualified" for the job of attorney general than Lynch.
Saturday, November 8 2014 11:48 AM EST2014-11-08 16:48:26 GMT
A teenager died early Saturday morning after being shot late Friday night .Dallas police were called to Hidalgo Drive and Webb Chapel Road because of the shooting.
A teenager died early Saturday morning after being shot late Friday night .Dallas police were called to Hidalgo Drive and Webb Chapel Road because of the shooting.
Saturday, November 8 2014 11:12 AM EST2014-11-08 16:12:12 GMT
Another nice, but cooler than average day across North Texas. A morning cold front bought clouds from the north and only slightly cooler temperatures, but really it's the winds you'll notice out of the north 15-25 mph. Highs today should be in the mid 60s with more breaks of sunshine by the afternoon. Another chilly night is ahead with temps dropping back down into the low 40s with decreasing clouds and light winds.Tomorrow, slightly warmer with breezy conditions and more sunshine with a high...
Another nice, but cooler than average day across North Texas. A morning cold front bought clouds from the north and only slightly cooler temperatures, but really it's the winds you'll notice out of the north 15-25 mph. Highs today should be in the mid 60s with more breaks of sunshine by the afternoon. Another chilly night is ahead with temps dropping back down into the low 40s with decreasing clouds and light winds.Tomorrow, slightly warmer with breezy conditions and more sunshine with a high...
Friday, November 7 2014 8:18 PM EST2014-11-08 01:18:43 GMT
An NBA player who was a standout basketball star in Flower Mound during high school recently made good on a promise to his mother. Marcus Smart, 20, who plays for the Boston Celtics, announced via Instagram Friday that he bought his mother a house.
An NBA player who was a standout basketball star in Flower Mound during high school recently made good on a promise to his mother. Marcus Smart, 20, who plays for the Boston Celtics, announced via Instagram Friday that he bought his mother a house.
Friday, November 7 2014 6:08 PM EST2014-11-07 23:08:29 GMT
Dallas police are investigating the death of an 82-year-old woman in her own home. They've found her missing SUV, but not the man who was living with her.
Dallas police are investigating the death of an 82-year-old woman in her own home and want to speak with her nephew.
Friday, November 7 2014 12:31 PM EST2014-11-07 17:31:34 GMT
A teenager who allegedly sexually assaulted a young boy is now behind bars. The boy told police Edilberto Romero began climbing into his bed each night in late June.
A teenager who allegedly sexually assaulted a young boy is now behind bars. The boy told police Edilberto Romero began climbing into his bed each night in late June.
Friday, November 7 2014 5:30 AM EST2014-11-07 10:30:17 GMT
Evan's 4-cast
From Fall...to a taste of Winter! Great Friday on tap! Sun, few PM clouds and temps near 70. A cold front blows by Sat AM with some clouds and gusty winds (sprinkle east) and slightly cooler temps. Another beauty Sunday, with a cool start and a mild finish. Warmest day is Monday...although windy as well with some spots hitting 80! Now for the fun. Canadian cold front blows by early Tuesday, with temps starting and staying in the 50s. Chilly or even cold winds continue mid-week with some cloud...
From Fall...to a taste of Winter! Great Friday on tap! Sun, few PM clouds and temps near 70. A cold front blows by Sat AM with some clouds and gusty winds (sprinkle east) and slightly cooler temps. Another beauty Sunday, with a cool start and a mild finish. Warmest day is Monday...although windy as well with some spots hitting 80! Now for the fun. Canadian cold front blows by early Tuesday, with temps starting and staying in the 50s. Chilly or even cold winds continue mid-week with some cloud...
Thursday, November 6 2014 11:51 PM EST2014-11-07 04:51:05 GMT
Army Staff Sgt. Travis Mills, a soldier who survived an explosion in Afghanistan and became a quadruple amputee, received a special surprise welcome when he arrived in North Texas Thursday night.
Army Staff Sgt. Travis Mills, a soldier who survived an explosion in Afghanistan and became a quadruple amputee, received a special surprise welcome when he arrived in North Texas Thursday night.
Thursday, November 6 2014 7:00 PM EST2014-11-07 00:00:57 GMT
The federal government on Thursday announced its first bitcoin securities fraud case, accusing a Texas man of engineering a Ponzi scheme by getting people to turn over their bitcoins in return for promises of high interest rates and the ability to recoup their investment at any time.
The federal government on Thursday announced its first bitcoin securities fraud case, accusing a Texas man of engineering a Ponzi scheme by getting people to turn over their bitcoins in return for promises of high interest rates and the ability to recoup their investment at any time.
Texas Gov. Rick Perry made his first court appearance on felony charges that accuse him of abusing his power when he vetoed funding for public corruption prosecutors.
Texas Gov. Rick Perry made his first court appearance on felony charges that accuse him of abusing his power when he vetoed funding for public corruption prosecutors.
Monday, November 3 2014 5:34 AM EST2014-11-03 10:34:38 GMT
Evan's 4-cast
We vote for RAIN! It's on the way...tomorrow! Today is just windy and mild. Mostly cloudy to cloudy skies and temps in the 70s. Showers/storms may move into areas west/north of FTW overnight but not into the DFW area until later Tue AM and increase in coverage during the day. Highs will be in the morning, then fall into the 50s PM. Rain may also continue into the night..exiting Wed AM from DFW S/E. We dry out later Wed PM and it stays dry through the weekend. Weak cold fronts will come throug...
We vote for RAIN! It's on the way...tomorrow! Today is just windy and mild. Mostly cloudy to cloudy skies and temps in the 70s. Showers/storms may move into areas west/north of FTW overnight but not into the DFW area until later Tue AM and increase in coverage during the day. Highs will be in the morning, then fall into the 50s PM. Rain may also continue into the night..exiting Wed AM from DFW S/E. We dry out later Wed PM and it stays dry through the weekend. Weak cold fronts will come throug...
Sunday, November 2 2014 10:25 PM EST2014-11-03 03:25:44 GMT
A young woman who moved to Oregon to take advantage of the state's assisted-suicide law took lethal drugs prescribed by a doctor and has died, a spokesman said Sunday. Brittany Maynard, 29, was diagnosed with brain cancer on New Year's Day and was later given six months to live.
A young woman who moved to Oregon to take advantage of the state's assisted-suicide law took lethal drugs prescribed by a doctor and has died, a spokesman said Sunday. Brittany Maynard, 29, was diagnosed with brain cancer on New Year's Day and was later given six months to live.
Sunday, November 2 2014 8:07 PM EST2014-11-03 01:07:49 GMT
The Border Patrol's practice of deploying agents and maintaining stations 100 or more miles from the U.S.-Mexico border is yielding fewer arrests each year, but the agency's practice is still questioned by immigrants, lawyers and judges.
The Border Patrol's practice of deploying agents and maintaining stations 100 or more miles from the U.S.-Mexico border is yielding fewer arrests each year, but the agency's practice is still questioned by immigrants, lawyers and judges.
Sunday, November 2 2014 6:58 PM EST2014-11-02 23:58:52 GMT
Police say they've arrested several people in connection with the Halloween hit-and-run deaths of three teenage girls who were trick-or-treating in a Los Angeles suburb.
Police say they've arrested several people in connection with the Halloween hit-and-run deaths of three teenage girls who were trick-or-treating in a Los Angeles suburb.
Sunday, November 2 2014 5:32 PM EST2014-11-02 22:32:51 GMT
The mayor of the North Texas city weighing a ban on hydraulic fracturing this week said he's prepared for the court battles that might result if the ban passes.
The mayor of the North Texas city weighing a ban on hydraulic fracturing this week said he's prepared for the court battles that might result if the ban passes.
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