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- Out the dog door and into the dog house: A 19-year-old suspect was arrested after he burglarized a home in Ryan Place and was caught sneaking through the home's doggy door. They are now looking into whether the same suspect is responsible for other similar burglaries in west and central Fort Worth.
- This is a man police believe is connected to a series of attempted kidnappings in Keller. Tonight, concerned parents are teaming up to help keep their kids safe during the summer. Lauren Zakalik has more on that at 6 but until then, share your advice for keeping your kids safe in the comments below.
- UPDATE: Thank you to Dr. Patton for joining us and thank you for all of your questions!
From 4 to 5pm, we will be answering questions on Facebook about changes for women about pap smears – and any other women wellness questions you might have! Dr. Theresa Patton M.D. OB/GYN will be joining us. Leave your questions in the comments!
- UPDATE FROM MIKE CASTELLUCCI: We thought that Bella had found a forever home, but it didn't work out. Can you help?
MORE INFO: http://bit.ly/1isyLEV
ORIGINAL POST: http://on.fb.me/SQOxDQ
- Dramatic clouds over downtown Dallas as seen from Stemmons Freeway on May 28, 2014. — at Stemmons Freeway.
- Google has built a self driving car. There is no steering wheel, no brake and gas pedals only buttons for stop and go. Would you buy a car that drove itself? What do you think this would mean for seniors or people who otherwise have trouble driving? They hope 100 prototypes will take to the streets next year.
STORY: http://bit.ly/1mre66Z
- A Georgia father has been charged with child cruelty after he punished his 16-year-old son by forcing him to go on miles-long hikes carrying this 23-pound landscaping stone. The dad, a military veteran with no criminal history, told police he and his wife saw no problem with the punishment. Fair or foul?
READ THE STORY HERE: http://bit.ly/1mr2n8s
- Mamma Mia, here we go again! Who wants two tickets to see Mamma Mia on June 3rd and dinner for two? LIKE this post and leave a COMMENT with whom you would bring along with you for a chance to win!
RULES: http://bit.ly/1oGW2YX
- UPDATE: "All clear" given to Waxahachie's Finley Junior High.
UPDATE: Waxahachie ISD officials say a bomb threat has forced the evacuation of Finley Junior High. Students were taken to College Church of Christ. Officials say all students a...re safe and accounted for.
UPDATE: Police say two students each received a text message from someone threatening to shoot up the school. The messages came from the same phone number, and police are trying to track down who sent them.
From the Waxahachie ISD Facebook page: "At approximately 9:45 a.m. Waxahachie High School received concerning information that warranted heightened security due to a potential unauthorized visitor. Out of an abundance of caution, WHS and Ninth Grade Academy was immediately placed into “Shelter in Place” with heightened security. Classes are continuing as normal; however, the campus is closed to visitors and students may not leave the campus or transfer between WHS and Ninth Grade Academy."
More details to come. See More
- JUST IN: CNN confirms that Grammy-award winner, author Dr. Maya Angelou has died at the age of 86. http://bit.ly/1otsOiB
- UPDATE: All lanes reopened around 7:30 a.m., but Arlington police say delays will be heavy.
A cement truck overturned on Eastbound I-30 near SH 360 just before 4a.m. Investigators say the truck hit a roll of metal coil and rolled over into the HOV lane. Hazmat crews are cleaning up some spilled fuel. They expect to have some lanes open 7 a.m. Follow @ShaneNews on Twitter for updates and alternate routes. - May 28 is National Hamburger Day!
So, where do you get your favorite burger in North Texas? - "I was like, 'Oh my gosh, do you see this?'" said Courtney Williams. She couldn't believe what she saw on the chalkboard inside Scruffy Duffies Saturday night.
STORY: http://bit.ly/1tl6NQE
- Sen. Dan Patrick defeats three-term incumbent David Dewhurst in the GOP nomination for Lieutenant Governor of Texas.
STORY: http://bit.ly/1mC7Haz
- Ralph Hall, 91, loses bid for re-election to the U.S. House to John Ratcliffe. Hall, the oldest serving member of Congress, says he now may try to swim the English Channel.
STORY AND INTERVIEW: http://bit.ly/Se9xUc
ELECTION RESULTS: http://bit.ly/wfaavote
LIVE BLOG: http://bit.ly/1nxZFR2
- UPDATE: Lt. Gov David Dewhurst spoke about his defeat for the Republican nomination for Texas Lieutenant Governor
STORY: http://bit.ly/1mC7Haz
- AP: Dan Patrick beats 3-term Texas Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst for the GOP nomination.
ELECTION RESULTS: http://bit.ly/wfaavote
LIVE BLOG: http://bit.ly/1nxZFR2
- Early numbers from Dallas, Collin and Harris counties say that Dan Patrick is leading David Dewhurst in every total so far.
ELECTION RESULTS: http://bit.ly/wfaavote
LIVE BLOG: http://bit.ly/1nxZFR2
- The polls are now closed. Check up on all the election day results right here and on the WFAA App.
ELECTION RESULTS: http://bit.ly/1reimNJ - Plano dentist Dr. David Wilhite and his wife Nancy have taken it upon themselves to rebuild America's warriors one mouth at a time.
- A national conversation about sexual violence is happening in the wake of the shooting rampage in California. The #yesallwomen hashtag has more than a million tweets already.
- This is insanely dangerous. DO NOT TRY THIS. That being said, this might be the most amazing tornado video we've seen in a long time.
WARNING: VERY STRONG LANGUAGE
VIDEO: http://bit.ly/ndtornado
STORY: http://bit.ly/TRrGIZ
- LUNCHTIME LINK: Have you seen this video of Molly Schuyler setting a new record at the Big Texan? She ate 2 of the 72oz monsters in less than 15 minutes!
MUST SEE VIDEO: http://bit.ly/1nQT7vo
WFAA-TV shared WFAA Sports's photo.
- Senator Dan Patrick said he will ask Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst and Texas Land Commissioner Jerry Patterson for their support if he wins the Republican runoff for lieutenant governor Tuesday night. Have you voted yet?
STORY: http://bit.ly/1nspwMM
- AWESOME ALERT: Astros prospect Conrad Gregor blasted his first home run of the season Saturday night. The guy in the outfield that caught the ball just happened to be Gregor’s dad, Marty.
STORY: http://bit.ly/SbNptD
- Gunmen in Pakistan shot a visiting American cardiologist 10 times at close range in front of his wife and toddler son on Monday as they left a cemetery after visiting relatives' graves. A police officer said the killers' motive is not yet known.
- The CIA officer's identity was released as part of a list of officials who were attending a briefing with President Obama. In all, more than 6,000 people were sent the initial pool report that included the officer's identity.
- At 91 years old, Rockwall's Ralph Hall is fighting for renomination to the House seat he first won in 1980. (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)
READ MORE: http://bit.ly/1rcEAQr
- Nigerian Air Marshal Alex Barde said the government is incapable of using force to rescue to rescue the schoolgirls. Pentagon spokesman Adm. John Kirby said U.S. officials were not able to confirm the report, CNN reported.
- Have you ever used a fitness tracker? Which one, and what did you think of it?
- If you had the chance, would you erase bad memories? A bad relationship, traumatic event?
- Would you be willing to pay higher gasoline taxes if that would mean an end to toll roads?
- Charles Fussell has become a well known figure around White Rock Lake. For 12 years, his work with dumped wildlife at the lake has garnered the attention of the community, who has worked to raise money for the plumber by day, nurturer by night.
READ MORE: http://bit.ly/thegooseman
- Dozens of dancers descended on Klyde Warren Park in downtown Dallas Thursday to help a man land his lady. Our newest reporter Jenny Doren was there to catch this "flash mob" proposal.
VIDEO: http://bit.ly/1mgIMru
- We expect the next round of thunderstorms for North Texas to move into the region after midnight tonight. The rain will be very heavy at times and could be over the DFW area during the Tuesday morning commute. Additional showers and storms ...are then expected through Tuesday night. The primary threat will be heavy rain but gusty wind and lightning is also likely. Here is where we currently expect the rain to be at midnight, 7am, noon, and 6pm tomorrow. Stay with Channel 8 for updates! See More
- In case you missed it on Saturday, here is our special Carry The Load presentation.
- Bargain hunters! You might need to make a few garage modifications to accommodate one of these....
