A Washington, D.C. civil‑rights attorney, Elizabeth Paukstis, died after being struck by a UPS truck on Loop 256 in Palestine. Police say the driver remained and investigators are still gathering evidence.

Julio Chavez was sentenced to 45 years after prosecutors say he groomed a 12‑year‑old and collected explicit material. Federal authorities say investigators found hundreds of files on his phone.

An 18-year-old pleaded guilty and was given a 30-year sentence for the June 24, 2024 Claire Court shooting that killed Jesus Galarza, the Tarrant County DA said.

Allen police arrested figure skating coach Benjamin Shroats after two athletes accused him of inappropriate relationships, one allegedly starting when a skater was a minor.

A shooting in Pleasant Grove Wednesday afternoon left one person dead, police said. Investigators responded to the 3400 block of Pruitt Avenue and have not released a suspect description.

Coppell High School was evacuated Wednesday after a phoned-in bomb threat; police later secured the campus and confirmed there was no danger. The district closed school while investigators searched.

Anna ISD canceled classes at the high school Wednesday while police sweep the campus following a potential bomb threat. Other district campuses remain open.

A Farmers Branch man is jailed on a murder charge after his uncle was shot inside their apartment near the 11600 block of Lago Vista West.

A pedestrian was killed Tuesday on eastbound I-30 at Hampton Road; deputies shut lanes and diverted traffic while investigators worked the scene. Authorities say the vehicle at the scene is cooperating.

Parents at a Haslet private school say they discovered the pastor’s son was a registered sex offender working on campus, prompting withdrawals and demands for leadership change.

A Frisco ISD educator was arrested Tuesday and charged with invasive visual recording, police said. Officials say detectives worked with the district during the probe.

Collinsville coach Derrick Jenkins has appealed a proposed termination after being placed on leave in October as police and state officials continue reviews. The district says it is following procedures while investigations proceed.

A multi-agency police chase in Carrollton ended in a crash and a reported shooting Tuesday morning, FOX 4 reported. Investigators remain on scene and details are limited.