WFAA.com is currently re-evaluating story comments and the way they are presented and monitored on the Web site.

The comments were originally presented as a way for WFAA.com users to engage in active, civilized conversations about online stories that would add context and perhaps even enlighten other readers.

Unfortunately, a handful of users were abusing the commenting feature and ignoring the Terms of Service agreement. These abusive comments have caused harm to families and friends of those who have been the subject of news stories and other users.

With our loyal users' best interest in mind, WFAA.com will make a decision, in the next several weeks, regarding whether we continue providing an opportunity for user comments.

- Doug Boehner / Operations Manager of WFAA.com

E-mail: dboehner@wfaa.com