An increase in violent crime in downtown Dallas has spurred a call from city officials and local businesses to increase police officer presence for the area.

Jean’s killing sparked outrage and protests in Dallas, and also garnered national attention amid ongoing controversies and conversations about police killings of Black men.

The former Dallas police officer convicted of murdering Botham Jean in his apartment six years ago is eligible for parole on Monday (09-30-24). Amber Guyger, who shot and killed Jean in September 2018,

A suspect is at large in a hit-and-run crash that killed a man in a wheelchair Sunday night in northeast Dallas. Officers responded shortly after 9:30 p.m. to a report of a crash at the intersection of Abrams Road and East Northwest Highway.

Dallas, Texas - A pedestrian using a wheelchair was killed in a hit-and-run on Sunday night, Dallas police said. The man was crossing Abrams Road around 10 p.m. when an unidentified vehicle traveling southbound struck him.

Police are asking anyone with information on the crash to contact Dallas police. 41 States That Won't Tax Your Social Security in 2025 Yes, ‘Spaceballs 2’ Is Really Happening Hurricane Helene leaves "