Man dies after burial vault collapse at Dallas funeral home
A man has died after a burial vault collapsed on top of him Monday afternoon, Dallas Fire-Rescue said.
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A man has died after a burial vault collapsed on top of him Monday afternoon, Dallas Fire-Rescue said.
According to Dallas Fire-Rescue, at about 6:20 a.m., crews were called to a structure fire at a home in the 10300 block of Eastwood Drive.
Crews evacuated the building and called a second alarm as flames tore through the roof of the three-story complex on Gaston Avenue.
The cause of the fire is under investigation, Dallas Fire-Rescue said.
The NTSB said its investigators are now reviewing DART's maintenance and safety procedures.
According to DFR, crews responded after a report of a tree "simply fell over" onto the roadway.
DART rail service was suspended in Downtown Dallas on Wednesday after a train caught fire near the Pearl/Arts District Station.
DPD said 17-year-old Jaden McMillan was "shot by an unknown suspect" on July 10.
Officials recovered Chaidez' body near Bratonia Park on Lavon Lake, after two days of search efforts.
The body of Juan Chaidez was located and recovered from Lake Lavon near Bratonia Park.
Deputies were called to Bratonia Park on Lake Lavon after a report concerning an overturned kayak.
Dallas Fire-Rescue said two cars were submerged in rapidly rising water.
Crews battled a two-alarm fire at an apartment complex in Northeast Dallas that injured at least one person Tuesday night.
After months of nationwide searches, the city will be swearing in Dallas Fire-Rescue chief Justin Ball and Dallas police chief Daniel Comeaux.
The Dallas Independent School District has not said what led up to the shooting nor how a gun was able to get on campus.
Ball has led DFR as the interim fire chief since June of 2024.
DFR confirmed 18 total apartments in the building where the fire occurred, but only half were occupied by residents at the time.
A large plume of dark smoke was seen over Dallas Sunday afternoon due to a fire at a recycling plant.
A man and woman were taken to a local hospital after Dallas Fire-Rescue arrived at the scene.
The disturbance, which occurred around 1 p.m., resulted in what Dallas police described as a "stampede" as people rushed outside.
Three people were injured, one critically in a crash involving a Dallas Fire Rescue ambulance and a car.
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that can accumulate in homes and kill without warning.
One of the owners of Jack's House said he witnessed what happened and even tried to stop the person responsible.
Officials said three other residents from an adjoining duplex were not injured.
Fire departments across North Texas are rolling out to answer the call.
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League asks teams to honor the defensive end this weekend and share crisis lifeline message after his death.
The U.S. Marshals Service carried out the arrest, and the suspect has been transferred to a Minnesota jail.
The Hursts share their journey to encourage open conversations and support for those battling inner struggles.
A freeze watch is now in effect starting at 9 p.m. Sunday through 9 a.m. on Tuesday.
City Council approves limited alcohol sales at Chisenhall Sports Complex, sparking debate among families.
Dallas ends its four-game losing streak as Washington drops its eighth straight and remains winless at home.
League asks teams to honor the defensive end this weekend and share crisis lifeline message after his death.
At a legislative hearing, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick blasted Judge Rob Kelly for being absent in his county's time of need.
A Collin County jury has convicted a Frisco-area Uber driver of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl.
Nearly 40 years after 14-year-old Jennifer Day was killed while working at a Dallas donut shop, Plano police are revisiting her unsolved 1985 murder.
As the Texas Education Agency takes control of Fort Worth ISD, CBS News Texas' I-Team finds past state takeovers offer no guarantees—just a mixed bag of outcomes.
In Texas, where the number of dialysis centers is higher than in any other state, the I-Team discovered that the problem is especially severe.
Senators convened for a rare Saturday session aimed at ending the government shutdown, with no signs of an imminent breakthrough. They will meet again Sunday.
President Trump had already announced he would not attend the annual summit before saying that no U.S. government officials would go.
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Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
In the wake of Marshawn Kneeland's death, Dr. Jaya Mathew said talking about suicide can help people who are struggling.
Children's Health specialists recommend adjusting bedtime routines and limiting electronics to ease the transition.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
In Texas, where the number of dialysis centers is higher than in any other state, the I-Team discovered that the problem is especially severe.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
American Airlines has announced plans to cut management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in North Texas.
President Donald Trump's plan to cut record beef prices by importing more meat from Argentina is running into heated opposition from U.S. ranchers.
It's estimated that thousands of content creators are living in North Texas. But how much are they earning from it, and could anyone be successful at it?
The SEC approved TXSE as a national securities exchange, paving the way for the first new, fully integrated U.S. stock exchange in decades — and the only one based in Texas.
The Plano store will close in early 2027 after the company sold the property to the mall's developer.
Dallas played its fourth game without Anthony Davis, who is nursing a left calf strain.
In the wake of Marshawn Kneeland's death, Dr. Jaya Mathew said talking about suicide can help people who are struggling.
Former NFL player Antonio Brown will return to Florida after deciding not to contest his extradition from a New Jersey jail on an attempted murder charge.
Eight-time MLB All-Star Darryl Strawberry pleaded guilty to tax evasion in 1995, and has since served time. He then started a recovery center and ministry.
Fox Sports announced that it has hired former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees to replace Mark Sanchez.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
"Lioness" and a "Yellowstone" spinoff need actors this month.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
Diane Ladd, the actor known for her Oscar-nominated roles in "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," "Wild at Heart," and "Rambling Rose" has died.
Heidi Klum donned green scales and squirming snakes to transform herself into Medusa for Halloween on Friday.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
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