Steven Dial

Dallas

General Assignment Reporter at KDFW-TV (Dallas, TX)

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Grapevine Lake jet ski hit-and-run highlights political focus on immigrant crimes

1 week ago | fox4news.com | Steven Dial

DALLAS - A deadly Grapevine Lake jet ski hit-and-run accident is getting a lot of political attention because the suspects in the case crossed the border illegally. The death of 18-year-old Ava Moore has become the latest chapter in the political back-and-forth over illegal immigration. Grapevine Lake Jet Ski Accident The backstory: Moore, who was heading to the Air Force Academy, was killed while kayaking on Grapevine Lake on Memorial Day.
Texas lawmakers pass bill banning gun buyback programs

1 week ago | fox7austin.com | Steven Dial

A bill preventing cities from hosting gun buyback programs is heading to the governor’s desk. Supporters called the programs a waste of taxpayer money, while opponents called the bill government overreach. Gun Buyback Ban House Bill 3035 sparked a lengthy debate Monday in the Texas Senate. The bill bans local governments from operating gun buyback programs. Dig deeper: A 2021 study by the National Bureau of Economic Research looked at whether gun buyback programs reduced crime.
Texas lawmakers pass bill banning gun buyback programs

1 week ago | fox4news.com | Steven Dial

DALLAS - A bill preventing cities from hosting gun buyback programs is heading to the governor’s desk. Supporters called the programs a waste of taxpayer money, while opponents called the bill government overreach. Gun Buyback Ban House Bill 3035 sparked a lengthy debate Monday in the Texas Senate. The bill bans local governments from operating gun buyback programs. Dig deeper: A 2021 study by the National Bureau of Economic Research looked at whether gun buyback programs reduced crime.
'I've lost a lot of faith'

1 week ago | foxla.com | Steven Dial

A woman is suing the Texas Lottery after winning $83 million. The Montgomery County resident won back in February but was told she can't be paid because of a state investigation. Texas Lottery LawsuitWhat we know:The lawsuit was filed against the Texas Lottery Commission earlier this week by a woman who is listed as Jane Doe. She claims she still has not been paid. The backstory:Jane Doe won $83 million in February after purchasing a ticket on the Jackpocket Lottery App.
Texas bail reform bill, abortion clarification

1 week ago | fox4news.com | Steven Dial

The Texas Legislature approved a bail reform package after several attempts failed in the past. FOX 7's Rudy Koski talks to Rep. Mitch Little and Rep. A.J. Louderback about the package and the impact that it could have. Then, a look at a bill looking to clarify Texas' near-total abortion ban. Posted May 25, 2025 3:21pm CDT
Texas lottery winner on delays in $83M prize payout: 'I've lost a lot of faith'

2 weeks ago | fox4news.com | Steven Dial

DALLAS - A woman is suing the Texas Lottery after winning $83 million. The Montgomery County resident won back in February but was told she can’t be paid because of a state investigation. Texas Lottery Lawsuit What we know: The lawsuit was filed against the Texas Lottery Commission earlier this week by a woman who is listed as Jane Doe. She claims she still has not been paid. Related The backstory: Jane Doe won $83 million in February after purchasing a ticket on the Jackpocket Lottery App.
Texas lottery winner on delays in $83M prize payout: 'I've lost a lot of faith'

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Steven Dial

The BriefA woman is suing the Texas Lottery because of the $83 million jackpot she won in February, but still has not received. Her winnings are being withheld due to a state investigation into how the ticket was purchased through the lottery courier app, Jackpocket. The ticket purchase was completely legal at the time. The Texas Lottery Commission states the claim is under review and subject to a Texas Rangers investigation. DALLAS - A woman is suing the Texas Lottery after winning $83 million.
Texas lawmakers debate whether to limit or ban all THC products

2 weeks ago | fox4news.com | Steven Dial

DALLAS - Texas lawmakers are debating whether to limit the sale of THC products in the state or put an outright ban on them. This comes with the increasing popularity of products like Delta 8 and Delta 9, which some lawmakers argue contain excessive levels of THC, the ingredient in cannabis that gets people high. Texas THC Ban What's new: As the legislative session nears its end, Texas lawmakers are pushing forward with Senate Bill 3. Lt. Gov.
Energy expert raises concerns about Texas bills

2 weeks ago | fox4news.com | Steven Dial

Bills moving through the Texas Legislature could pull the plug on existing and future renewable energy projects, according to some advocates. Then, Senator John Cornyn talks about border security and the investigation into EPIC City. Posted May 18, 2025 2:40pm CDT
Hearing on birthright citizenship: Supreme Court arguments explained

3 weeks ago | fox4news.com | Steven Dial

DALLAS - The United States Supreme Court heard arguments on Thursday over President Donald Trump’s controversial executive order ending birthright citizenship. SCOTUS hears birthright citizenship arguments The U.S. Supreme Court is pictured on June 30, 2023 in Washington, DC.