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Karmelo Anthony trial begins in Frisco track meet stabbing case
The case has been marred by controversy, racial tension and threats, while drawing national attention, particularly on social media.
AG Paxton suing city of Denton over gender-neutral changing rooms at Pride event
The June 7 event, called "Big Gay Swim Day," was organized by two nonprofit groups and is set to be held at the Quakertown Civic Center.
North Texas leaders discuss FIFA World Cup security plans
With nine matches slated for North Texas, security remains top of mind for both organizers and public safety officials.
Teen accused of stabbing 3 horses during racing event in Las Vegas
A teen girl has been arrested and charged for allegedly stabbing three horses during a racing event in Las Vegas, police said.
June starts hot; heat index to reach triple digits in North Texas
It will certainly feel like summer Monday, June 1, with highs in the mid-90s and feel-like temperatures at or above 100° into the afternoon.
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Iran says talks with U.S. halted, "other fronts" in war opening
Iranian state media say "other fronts" in the war with the U.S. and Israel are opening, after Trump says the regime "really wants to make a deal."
Inside Cook Children's sound lab where music becomes healing for families
Tucked away inside Cook Children's in Fort Worth, Raymond Turner runs the sound lab where kids can create just about anything.
Suspect seizes Dallas police car, jumps onto freeway; officer and suspect hospitalized
DPD said the officer was able to regain control of the car after the suspect jumped out of the vehicle.
Oak Cliff vigil honors mother, toddler killed in Dallas apartment explosion
The 38-year-old was one of four sisters, a wife and a mother of two.
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2026 Texas primary runoff election results from key races
Texans cast their ballots in the 2026 primary runoff, choosing their parties' candidates for key federal, statewide and legislative races.
Paxton, Talarico clash early in high‑stakes Texas U.S. Senate race
Both campaigns rolled out new digital ads as each candidate works to define the other ahead of November.
Paxton projected to win Texas Senate GOP runoff, defeating incumbent Cornyn
President Trump had endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the primary runoff.
Allred defeats Johnson in heated Texas 33 Democratic runoff race
Former Congressman Colin Allred defeated State Rep. Julie Johnson in Tuesday's runoff to become the Democratic nominee for Texas' 33rd Congressional District.
Latino voters could play decisive role in the Paxton-Talarico Senate race
Political experts said a key voting group to watch closely heading into November is Latino voters, and in North Texas, they make up a major share of the electorate.
Talarico: Paxton "clipping my cringey comments to distract from his career of corruption"
Texas state Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in the Lone Star State, concedes some past statements during debates over transgender policy "missed the mark."
Bo French defeats incumbent in GOP railroad commissioner primary
The three-member Railroad Commission regulates the oil and natural gas industry in Texas. Despite its name, it no longer oversees the railroad industry.
Galindo projected to lose Texas Dem House runoff after antisemitism accusations
Maureen Galindo lost to Johnny Garcia after accusations of antisemitism roiled the race in recent days.
Middleton wins Texas GOP attorney general runoff over Rep. Roy
Middleton, currently a State Senator, emerged victorious after a contentious fight.
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Triple-digit head index expected in North Texas to start June
It certainly felt like summer Monday, with highs in the mid-90s and feel-like temperatures at or above 100° into the afternoon. Temperatures and feel-like temperatures stay steamy through Tuesday, then fall slightly by midweek. Rain chances return to the forecast on Tuesday as a cold front moves in from the northwest. It won't do much to ease temperatures, but it will bring some storm chances.
June starts hot; heat index to reach triple digits in North Texas
It will certainly feel like summer Monday, June 1, with highs in the mid-90s and feel-like temperatures at or above 100° into the afternoon.
June starts hot as heat index expected to reach the triple digits
It's the first day of meteorological summer as temperatures kick off in the upper 90s to start June. The heat index will be at 100 degrees. There are small chances of rain midweek.
Hot and steamy days ahead for North Texas
Monday, June 1, is the official start of meteorological summer, and it will feel like it. Expect a hot start to the week.
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Talarico, Paxton fight for Texas Senate seat in November goes negative at the outset
After it became clear that Paxton secured the Republican nomination, both campaigns unleashed their attacks on Tuesday night, with Talarico calling Paxton "corrupt" and Paxton calling Talarico "radical."
Middleton, Johnson offer stark contrast in race for Texas AG
Mayes Middleton and Nathan Johnson are set to go head-to-head in November.
Crockett campaigns for Allred, Talarico stumps for Johnson in heated runoff
This has been a contentious race with both Allred and Johnson criticizing each other's records on Capitol Hill.
Mayes Middleton, Chip Roy build momentum for Tuesday's primary runoff for Texas Attorney General
The contentious battle between Roy and Middleton has split conservatives in Texas.
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Deadlines Texas families should know for school voucher program
To receive funding by July 1, families have until June 1 to choose their school or setting, whether private or homeschooling.
Changes Fort Worth ISD can feel: newly appointed superintendent defends decisions
Big changes happened fast.
Keller ISD board approves plan to close three intermediate schools
The district will establish new boundaries for each school that will take in students from the consolidated campuses.
Keller ISD considers closing 3 intermediate schools over declining enrollment
According to a press release from the district on April 2, Shady Grove Elementary was originally included in the closure plans.
Texas school districts face first deadline from law requiring seat belts on buses
Districts must report to the TEA how much it will cost them to retrofit or replace their buses by May 29.
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Triple-digit head index expected in North Texas to start June
It certainly felt like summer Monday, with highs in the mid-90s and feel-like temperatures at or above 100° into the afternoon. Temperatures and feel-like temperatures stay steamy through Tuesday, then fall slightly by midweek. Rain chances return to the forecast on Tuesday as a cold front moves in from the northwest. It won't do much to ease temperatures, but it will bring some storm chances.
2026 FIFA World Cup: North Texas leaders talk security
Safety and security continue to remain top of mind as matches for the FIFA World Cup in North Texas approach. Members of the North Texas FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee hosted a news conference Monday morning to provide an overview of safety planning efforts. Those efforts, the committee said in an announcement, include local law enforcement agencies, fire and emergency services and federal agency partners.
Karmelo Anthony murder trial: Jury selection underway
Karmelo Anthony, the Centennial High School student charged with killing Memorial High School student Austin Metcalf during a track meet last year, is now facing trial. Anthony, who is charged with murder, is accused of fatally stabbing Metcalf during a track meet at Kuykendall Stadium in Frisco on April 2, 2025. Both of them were 17 years old at the time. Anthony has claimed he acted in self-defense in an altercation. The case has been marred by controversy, racial tension and threats, while drawing national attention, particularly on social media. Anthony's trial was set to start Monday, beginning with jury selection.
Trump reviews U.S. and Iranian ceasefire deal, says "it will work out"
President Trump is urging critics to "sit back and relax, it will all work out well in the end."
June starts hot as heat index expected to reach the triple digits
It's the first day of meteorological summer as temperatures kick off in the upper 90s to start June. The heat index will be at 100 degrees. There are small chances of rain midweek.
Beyond the Border
Confusion continues in Big Bend region over border wall plans
Since early 2026, a bipartisan coalition of local residents in the Big Bend region has banded together to fight against a border wall in the area.
Dilley residents' opinions split on living near controversial immigration detention facility
The self-proclaimed "Watermelon Capital of Texas" was once best known for its fruit output.
Fort Worth DACA recipient on edge awaiting work authorization ruling
An ongoing legal case threatens to strip work authorization from tens of thousands of Texas DACA recipients.
How the U.S. immigration landscape looks more than a year into President Trump's second term
More than a year into his second term, President Trump has maintained an aggressive approach to immigration.
North Texas pastor forced to self-deported could return sooner than thought after change in visa policy
Pastor Albert Oliveira said that prayers were definitely answered for him and for thousands of foreign-born religious workers who are caught up in a visa backlog.
How more Texas law enforcement agencies are working with federal immigration authorities
While the 287(g) program isn't new, it's dramatically grown in Texas over the past 12 months.
Trump's support among Latinos slips, Pew report shows
A new Pew survey shows Trump's support among Latinos slipping as many say his immigration and economic policies have worsened their situation.
Amid visa backlog, foreign-born North Texas pastor self-deports
Pastor Albert Oliveira is one of many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States forced to make the difficult decision to self-deport.
North Texas pastor among foreign-born religious workers forced to self-deport
Pastor Albert Oliveira is just one of the many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States choosing to self-deport amid a visa backlog.
I-Team Investigations
Investigators probe deadly Dallas blast as data shows natural gas leaks persist
An investigation led by the National Transportation Safety Board is still underway to answer questions about what went wrong.
Foster family says goodbye to baby after Baby Moses law dispute
A North Texas foster family says a legal gray area in Texas' Baby Moses law led to the child being returned to biological relatives.
Down the drain: how massive donations went to defunct Dallas nonprofit
Weeks after an I-Team report, the IRS posted that it had revoked Hunger Busters' nonprofit status in May 2025.
How police departments' poorly-enforced rules enable off-duty misconduct
Across the U.S., police officers moonlight in bars, clubs, and private security jobs with little oversight. A CBS News and Howard Center investigation reveals how weak policies allow misconduct, corruption, and threats to public safety to persist.
North Texas firefighters say workers' comp coverage for cancer cases is battle
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
Texas is investigating the rooftop solar industry, after years of CBS News Texas reporting
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
Texas lawmakers look to address "notification fatigue"
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
The Amber Alert has a problem. Texans are tuning out.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
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North Texas explosion video raises concerns about old gas pipes
State records show regulators ordered the removal of a plastic gas pipe installed in the early 1970s after it was linked to multiple explosions and deaths in North Texas.
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Republican nominee for Texas Attorney General Mayes Middleton on November election plans
Republican nominee for Texas Attorney General Mayes Middleton tells Jack Fink about his win over candidate Chip Roy in May and his campaign priorities for the November election.
Democratic nominee for Texas Attorney General Nathan Johnson on November election plans
Democratic nominee for Texas Attorney General Nathan Johnson tells Jack Fink about his campaign priorities for the November election.
Texas Democratic Party Chairman discusses midterm elections, Talarico to face Paxton in November
Texas Democratic Party Chairman Kendall Scudder discusses the midterm elections. Democratic nominee James Talarico is set to face Republican candidate Ken Paxton for a Senate seat in November and Scudder tells Jack Fink that it's an opportunity for Democrats.
Senator John Cornyn on campaign trail ahead of Paxton's win for Republican Senate seat nomination
Before being elected out of office in the May primary runoff elections, Senator John Cornyn spoke to Jack Fink while on the campaign trail.
Texas GOP Chairman discusses Texas Senate race, Paxton as Republican candidate and midterm elections
Texas GOP Chairman Abraham George discusses the Texas Senate race with Ken Paxton as the Republican candidate set to face James Talarico in November. He and Jack Fink discuss the midterm elections.
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Russell Henley birdies playoff hole to win the Charles Schwab Challenge
Russell Henley birdied the final three holes to force a playoff with Eric Cole, then made it four in a row with a 5-footer on the first extra hole Sunday at Colonial to win the Charles Schwab Challenge.
Leiter dominates with 10 Ks as Rangers complete series sweep of Royals 6-3
Leiter (3-4) allowed two hits while striking out nine through the first five innings.
Ezequiel Duran's walk‑off single lifts Rangers over Royals in ninth‑inning comeback
Texas strung together five straight hits in the final inning to erase a late deficit and hand rookie Peyton Gray his first major league win.
Azzi Fudd scores 22 in 1st WNBA start and helps the Wings beat the Aces 95-87
Azzi Fudd scored 22 points in her first WNBA start, Jessica Shepard had her second triple-double of the season, and the Dallas Wings beat the Las Vegas Aces 95-87.
NCAA denies Texas Tech QB Sorsby's petition for reinstatement
University president Lawrence Schovanec wrote in a letter to the Texas Tech community that the school would appeal the ruling.
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Karmelo Anthony trial begins in Frisco track meet stabbing case
The case has been marred by controversy, racial tension and threats, while drawing national attention, particularly on social media.
AG Paxton suing city of Denton over gender-neutral changing rooms at Pride event
The June 7 event, called "Big Gay Swim Day," was organized by two nonprofit groups and is set to be held at the Quakertown Civic Center.
North Texas leaders discuss FIFA World Cup security plans
With nine matches slated for North Texas, security remains top of mind for both organizers and public safety officials.
Teen accused of stabbing 3 horses during racing event in Las Vegas
A teen girl has been arrested and charged for allegedly stabbing three horses during a racing event in Las Vegas, police said.
June starts hot; heat index to reach triple digits in North Texas
It will certainly feel like summer Monday, June 1, with highs in the mid-90s and feel-like temperatures at or above 100° into the afternoon.
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Foster family says goodbye to baby after Baby Moses law dispute
A North Texas foster family says a legal gray area in Texas' Baby Moses law led to the child being returned to biological relatives.
North Texas firefighters say workers' comp coverage for cancer cases is battle
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
Texas is investigating the rooftop solar industry, after years of CBS News Texas reporting
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
Texas lawmakers look to address "notification fatigue"
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
The Amber Alert has a problem. Texans are tuning out.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
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Pence on Trump's weaponization fund: "My hope is the administration will drop it"
Former Vice President Mike Pence said on Sunday that he hopes the administration will drop its new "anti-weaponization fund" that has sparked pushback on Capitol Hill among Republicans.
4th U.S. strike in a week on alleged drug boat kills 3 people
More than 200 people have been killed in the monthslong campaign against alleged drug boats traversing the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific.
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Zelenskyy alleges Russia is abducting Ukrainian kids, training them to fight
This is the first time Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made this accusation, which may constitute a war crime.
Talarico, Paxton fight for Texas Senate seat in November goes negative at the outset
After it became clear that Paxton secured the Republican nomination, both campaigns unleashed their attacks on Tuesday night, with Talarico calling Paxton "corrupt" and Paxton calling Talarico "radical."
Middleton, Johnson offer stark contrast in race for Texas AG
Mayes Middleton and Nathan Johnson are set to go head-to-head in November.
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Target reports stronger-than-expected sales under new CEO
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
California to provide 400 free diapers for newborns at dozens of hospitals
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries moves headquarters to Texas after 17 years in Philadelphia area
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Nearly 30 years after a federal safety warning, another gas explosion raises questions in Lake Dallas
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Driverless taxi company Zoox to begin testing in Dallas
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
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Ebola "spreading rapidly" in Congo with national risk "very high"
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
Positive flu cases, hospitalizations on the rise in late-season spike
The most recent week of data from Dallas County Health and Human Services shows a 50% increase in positive flu cases.
Hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrives in Netherlands
The cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has docked at the Dutch port of Rotterdam for disinfection, wrapping up a troubled journey that put world health authorities on alert.
Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda declared global health emergency
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
Controversial FDA official leaving drug center post in latest departure at agency
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
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Dallas Mavericks win dispute with Dallas Stars over AAC management
After sharing management of the arena for decades, the Mavericks are now in full control.
Target reports stronger-than-expected sales under new CEO
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
World Cup hotel bookings short of expectations in Texas
Expensive tickets, trouble getting visas and anti-American sentiment may all be contributing to underwhelming demand.
North Texas auto dealer discusses the impact of tariffs on business, customers
Herring said that in the year before tariffs, used car sales were just under half of his business at his dealership in Irving; Now, they are nearly 75 percent.
Bimbo Bakeries moves headquarters to Texas after 17 years in Philadelphia area
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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Russell Henley birdies playoff hole to win the Charles Schwab Challenge
Russell Henley birdied the final three holes to force a playoff with Eric Cole, then made it four in a row with a 5-footer on the first extra hole Sunday at Colonial to win the Charles Schwab Challenge.
Leiter dominates with 10 Ks as Rangers complete series sweep of Royals 6-3
Leiter (3-4) allowed two hits while striking out nine through the first five innings.
Ezequiel Duran's walk‑off single lifts Rangers over Royals in ninth‑inning comeback
Texas strung together five straight hits in the final inning to erase a late deficit and hand rookie Peyton Gray his first major league win.
Azzi Fudd scores 22 in 1st WNBA start and helps the Wings beat the Aces 95-87
Azzi Fudd scored 22 points in her first WNBA start, Jessica Shepard had her second triple-double of the season, and the Dallas Wings beat the Las Vegas Aces 95-87.
NCAA denies Texas Tech QB Sorsby's petition for reinstatement
University president Lawrence Schovanec wrote in a letter to the Texas Tech community that the school would appeal the ruling.
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Many artists drop out of Freedom 250 concerts shortly after lineup announced
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, trailblazing jazz saxophonist, dies at age 95
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
American Music Awards showcasing star-studded performances
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Rob Base, rapper on classic hip-hop track "It Takes Two," dies at 59
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
CBS News Radio signs off after nearly 100 years: "An American institution"
After nearly a century on the air, CBS News Radio signed off, with the final reports airing on Friday, May 22.
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Photos: Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returns to North Texas
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.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
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.
Texas Health NICU babies celebrate first Valentine's Day in style
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
Mavericks fans call for GM Nico Harrison's firing ahead of Anthony Davis' first home game
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
