Richardson man accused of raping, trafficking 16-year-old girl

Prosecutors say the man bought the child lingerie to “look and dress older so she could make money." He told her to refer to him as her pimp or “Daddy."

Adult Protective Services, partners working to protect elderly Texans

More than 120,000 Texans reported suspected elder abuse or neglect in 2023, according to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.

Chad Daybell: Jurors, prosecutor reflect on guilty verdict and death sentence

Days after the so-called 'Doomsday Prophet" Chad Daybell was found guilty of murder and sentenced to death, two jurors, along with the prosecutor, are talking about the complex case and their experience during the trial.

2 arrested in Fayette County after stealing guns, van, bicycle: sheriff

Two men are facing charges in Fayette County for allegedly stealing multiple firearms, a van, and a bicycle and causing property damage.

Bystander helps stop carjacking at Florida gas station, police say

A man visiting Florida from North Carolina prevented a tragic situation by stepping in to help a man fend off an alleged carjacker.

Most dangerous US cities for pedestrians: Where your town ranks

U.S. pedestrian deaths have increased over the past decade, reaching a 40-year high in 2022, according to a new report.

Irving Wingstop employee shoots boss after being sent home early, affidavit says

An arrest warrant affidavit says Marc Leon shot his manager multiple times inside the restaurant after he was sent home early. Another coworker was grazed in the head and leg by stray bullets.

Beware of 'title pirates' wreaking havoc on Central Texas landowners

A scam targeting landowners appears to be happening in the Austin area. The scammers are called 'title pirates' and are targeting landowners.

Daniel Perry trial: Travis County DA files for governor pardon to be reversed

Travis County District Attorney José Garza says his office will be filing to reverse Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's pardon of former Army Sgt. Daniel Perry, who was convicted of murder in the July 2020 death of Garrett Foster.

Accused Austin 'serial killer' may be heading to trial this summer

It's been a year since accused Austin "serial killer" Raul Meza Jr was arrested for the murders of Gloria Lofton and Jesse Fraga. Now he may be heading to trial soon.

Late husband's comic books gifted to son stolen in home burglary, mother pleads for help

A grieving Nevada widow, Amy Williams, is desperately seeking to recover her late husband Johnny Williams Jr.'s extensive comic book collection, which was stolen in a recent home burglary.

Chain stops bullet, sparing Colorado's man fate: 'Necklaces save lives'

A Colorado man is lucky to be alive after a necklace he was wearing stopped a bullet that was fired during an argument, according to police.

Beagle breeder in Virginia fined $35M after 4,000 dogs rescued

A beagle breeder in Virginia received the largest ever animal-welfare fine this week after thousands of neglected dogs were rescued from its medical breeding facility in 2022.