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Erica Moore enters the courtroom for her trial. Moore has been accused of beating her son after finding him engaged in a homosexual act with a relative. (credit: Chuck Schechner/KRLD)

Mom Going To Trial For Whipping Son For Homosexual Act

A Forest Hill mother is in court today for a pre-trial hearing on a family assault case. Erica Moore is the woman who admitted beating her son with an electrical cord for engaging in a homosexual act.

CBSDFW.COM–2013/04/30

Charges Against Dez Bryant Could Be Dropped

The criminal case against Dallas Cowboys receiver, Dez Bryant, for a violent encounter between Bryant and his mother this past July, could be dropped if he stays out of trouble for a year.

CBS 11–2012/11/14

After Program Husband Says: “I Am Here. I Am An Abuser.”

Many people think of domestic violence as brutal beatings that occur over a long period of time. But that is not always the case. CBS 11 News wanted to get a different view of domestic violence — a look before it escalates out of control.

CBS 11–2012/10/23

Dez Bryant was arrested on July 16, 2012 for allegedly assaulting his mother at her home. (credit: DeSoto Police Department)

Dez Bryant Close To Plea Bargain In Family Violence Case

Dez’s lawyers and the Dallas Co. DA are extremely close to a plea bargain in which the Dallas Cowboys’ receiver will plead guilty to a reduced charge of a Class C misdemeanor for Family Violence.

2012/09/07

Cowboys WR Bryant Arrested For Family Violence

Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant is facing trouble away from the football field. He was arrested on Monday on a family violence charge in DeSoto.

2012/07/16

A graffiti-like artist drawing outside the One Safe Place family justice center in Fort Worth. (credit: CBSDFW.COM)

‘One Safe Place’ Family Justice Center Officially Open

Victims of domestic violence in Tarrant County now have a new help resource. A family justice center, called One Safe Place, has opened and is offering a variety of services under one roof.

2012/06/27

Deion Takes To Twitter After Fight With Wife

Deion Sanders’ estranged wife Pilar was arrested for domestic violence after allegedly attacking Deion in their home yesterday.

2012/04/24

(credit: Getty Images/Eliot J. Schechter)

Shootings, Stabbings At Ellis Co. Quinceañera Investigated

The joy of a weekend birthday party in Ellis County is shattered after a deadly brawl. According to police, just as the celebration was winding down Saturday night, a fight broke out.

2012/03/26

Brother Of Boys Allegedly Drowned By Dad In CPS Custody

Texas Child Protective Services has taken temporary custody of the 1-year-old North Texas child whose 3- and 5-year-old brothers were allegedly kidnapped and drowned by their father Monday.

2011/08/23

Veronica Galaviz holds a t-shirt for her new organization, Living to Share. (credit: CBSDFW.COM)

Rowlett Domestic Abuse Survivor Now Helping Others

Veronica Galaviz’s troubles climaxed last April when her ex-husband tried to kill her. She escaped being shot, but watched as her home burned. Now she’s on a mission to help other women in danger.

CBSDFW.COM–2010/12/07