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Garland police investigating Wednesday afternoon bank robbery
GARLAND, Texas — The Garland Police Department is searching for a suspect who robbed a Garland credit union on Wednesday afternoon. Police say they were called about the robbery just after 1:30 p.m. to the Texans Credit Union in the 7200 block of Telecom Parkway. Upon arrival, police say...
Regional AMBER Alert canceled for two Collin County children
COLLIN COUNTY, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has canceled a regional Amber Alert for two Collin County children who have been found. Police say both children were found safely and are now back with their mother. The Princeton Police Department is actively investigating the case.
A Fire Breaks Out at Abilene’s 4th of July Fireworks Celebration
Thousands of spectators gathered at Wylie High School's Hugh Sandifer Stadium for the highly anticipated WesTex Connect Fireworks Spectacular on July 3rd. The event, held for the first time at this venue, promised a night of dazzling fireworks, music, and community spirit. However, it took an unexpected turn when a fire broke out nearby.
Forney pilot who died lived a life of service, family says
FORNEY, Texas — Benjamin Lewis says his father had been flying for more than four decades, and flying wasn't just a passion — it was his purpose. He tells us the plane was an instrument his dad used to help others. Michael Lewis was known for his service in the community in and around Forney.
Plano Police Department Celebrates Retirement of Officer Bart Bruton After 28 Years of Service
After nearly three decades of service, Police Officer Bart Bruton has officially entered retirement. The Plano Police Department took to social media last Saturday to honor this stalwart member of their force, celebrating his 28-year career in law enforcement that commenced in 1994. Officer Bruton, heralded for his contributions, spent the majority of his tenure in the traffic unit since December of 2000, only to conclude his journey on patrol.
Junior Police Academy is no joke
Wylie ISD Junior Police Academy cadets on the first day of class, Monday, June 17 at Burnett Junior High. Wylie police have developed a world class Junior Police Academy program. Started in 2009, many other regional police departments have observed Wylie’s week-long summer public safety crash course. Rockwall police were...
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