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After two years, holiday favorite ICE! at the Gaylord Texan is back
The event features over two million pounds of ice carved into sculptures. This year's theme is the Polar Express.
21 charged for roles in transnational fraud schemes that target the elderly
Newly unsealed court documents reveal that 21 people have been charged for their roles in transnational money laundering networks that used cryptocurrency to launder millions of dollars stolen through fraud.
Arlington cops searching for person of interest in Evila Yanes homicide
The Arlington Police Department is asking for the public's help finding Jose Luis Moreno Castaneda.
Richardson police find 9-year-old Alex Mata
The Richardson Police Department has found Alex Mata safe and unharmed.
Family Dollar store customer Kevin Jackson kills alleged shoplifter
Dallas police arrested Kevin Jackson Sr, 47, for allegedly fatally shooting an unarmed shoplifter at a Family Dollar store.
2 arrested for shooting death of 17-year-old, Grand Prairie police say
Police said detectives determined the victim and the suspects knew one another and were engaged in "possible high-risk activity" when the shooting occurred.
House approves bill to prevent rail workers strike in bipartisan vote
The House vote to impose a contract brokered by the White House but rejected by some workers was 290 to 137.
China responds to rare protests with a security "crackdown"
The federal agency in charge of China's law enforcement authorities said it was time to crack down on "illegal criminal behavior that has disrupted social order."
Perot Foundation gives Dallas' United Way the biggest donation ever received
For United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, Christmas came early, thanks to the generosity of the Perot Foundation.
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First Alert Weather
Unsettled weather moves into North Texas over the next week
Temperatures will fluctuate wildly as rain and storms move through the area.
Meet The First Alert Weather team
The CBS 11 First Alert Weather Team has a new way of alerting you to North Texas' changing weather on all your platforms.
Jack Fink Interviews
Jack Fink Interviews
U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey on the the shift in power in the U.S. House
Democratic Congressman from North Texas Marc Veasey discusses the balance of power in Congress, presidential politics and the Respect for Marriage Act with CBS 11 political reporter Jack Fink.
U.S. Rep. Pat Fallon on the the shift in power in the U.S. House
Republican Congressman from North Texas Pat Fallon discusses the balance of power in Congress, presidential politics and the Respect for Marriage Act with CBS 11 political reporter Jack Fink.
Eye On Politics: Sports betting in Texas, shift of power in U.S. House
In this week's episode of Eye on Politics, Jack Fink talks to former Gov. Rick Perry about his support for legalizing mobile sports betting. He's also joined by two North Texas members of Congress who weigh in on the shift in power in the U.S. House.
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Think before you tap: How social media is a gold mine for scammers
While you may be a pretty savvy shopper, scammers are getting more sophisticated as well, experts say.
Texas schools received more than 67,000 'threat reports' last year
Local school officials said it's a sign their efforts are working.
Handcuffed in hallways: Proposed laws would ban arrests & restraint of children
Arresting and restraining a child is not illegal in Texas, but some parents, lawmakers and child advocates say it should be.
Whistleblower claims Fort Worth ISD 'exploited' students to earn state bonus funding
A Fort Worth high school teacher is accusing his school district of exploiting students to meet new state education standards tied to bonus funding.
I-Team questions North Texas hospitals about safety, security of IV bags
In September, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration told the I-Team that "IV bags are not tamper proof," and they are not "tamper evident."
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Doncic, Mavs edge Curry, Warriors in West finals replay
Luka Doncic scored 41 points in his NBA-leading fifth triple-double, and the Mavericks beat the Warriors 116-113 Tuesday night in the first meeting of last season's Western Conference finalists.
Dallas Mavericks sign NBA veteran, free agent Kemba Walker
The Dallas Mavericks announced on Tuesday they have signed free agent guard Kemba Walker.
U.S.A. advances to World Cup knockout stage with win over Iran
The U.S. men's national soccer team defeated Iran 1-0 in a must-win game.
Stars sign Hintz to $67.5M, 8-year contract extension
The deal announced Tuesday takes effect at the start of next season, and goes through the 2030-31 season with an average value of $8.45 million.
Wedgewood, Robertson lead Stars to 4-1 win over Blues
Scott Wedgewood made 23 saves in an unexpected start and Wyatt Johnston broke a scoreless tie with a second-period goal to lead the Stars over the Blues 4-1 Monday night.
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After two years, holiday favorite ICE! at the Gaylord Texan is back
The event features over two million pounds of ice carved into sculptures. This year's theme is the Polar Express.
Your Wednesday Afternoon Headlines, November 30th, 2022
Jury selection continues in the Aaron Dean murder trial today. A trial is currently underway for an ex-border patrol agent accused of killing four women. Star-Telegram workers who continue their strike today could lose their benefits.
Unsettled weather moves into North Texas over the next week
Temperatures will fluctuate wildly as rain and storms move through the area.
Crews break ground on Southeast Connector Project in Fort Worth
The $1.6 billion is the biggest TXDOT investment in Fort Worth and adds lanes to I-820 and interchanges.
Your Wednesday Morning Headlines, November 30th, 2022
Several southern states see severe storms and tornadoes causing damage overnight. Can you feel the colder weather? Energy leaders say that the Texas power grid is ready for the Winter weather. The City of Fort Worth has voted to increase builder fees that would fund road construction.
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After two years, holiday favorite ICE! at the Gaylord Texan is back
The event features over two million pounds of ice carved into sculptures. This year's theme is the Polar Express.
21 charged for roles in transnational fraud schemes that target the elderly
Newly unsealed court documents reveal that 21 people have been charged for their roles in transnational money laundering networks that used cryptocurrency to launder millions of dollars stolen through fraud.
Arlington cops searching for person of interest in Evila Yanes homicide
The Arlington Police Department is asking for the public's help finding Jose Luis Moreno Castaneda.
Richardson police find 9-year-old Alex Mata
The Richardson Police Department has found Alex Mata safe and unharmed.
Family Dollar store customer Kevin Jackson kills alleged shoplifter
Dallas police arrested Kevin Jackson Sr, 47, for allegedly fatally shooting an unarmed shoplifter at a Family Dollar store.
The I-Team
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Think before you tap: How social media is a gold mine for scammers
While you may be a pretty savvy shopper, scammers are getting more sophisticated as well, experts say.
Texas schools received more than 67,000 'threat reports' last year
Local school officials said it's a sign their efforts are working.
Handcuffed in hallways: Proposed laws would ban arrests & restraint of children
Arresting and restraining a child is not illegal in Texas, but some parents, lawmakers and child advocates say it should be.
Whistleblower claims Fort Worth ISD 'exploited' students to earn state bonus funding
A Fort Worth high school teacher is accusing his school district of exploiting students to meet new state education standards tied to bonus funding.
I-Team questions North Texas hospitals about safety, security of IV bags
In September, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration told the I-Team that "IV bags are not tamper proof," and they are not "tamper evident."
Politics
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House approves bill to prevent rail workers strike in bipartisan vote
The House vote to impose a contract brokered by the White House but rejected by some workers was 290 to 137.
High court to hear arguments over Biden's deportation policy
Republican-led states sued and won a nationwide court order that is meant to limit immigration officers' discretion in deciding whom to deport.
Senate passes landmark Respect for Marriage Act in bipartisan vote
The vote was 61-36, with a number of Republican senators choosing not to vote.
Bill would keep unelected Texas health officials from mandating student vaccines
Students in Texas are required to get immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, and polio, and that won't change under this legislation.
Biden calls on Congress to avert a nationwide rail crisis
All 12 rail labor unions need to ratify union contracts before Dec. 9 to avoid a shutdown.
Consumer News
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Experts say now's the time to start planning your holiday budget
North Texans are already busy looking for the best deals on those holiday gifts.
Texas home insurance prices could soon become the highest in the country
The price of home insurance is going up fast, and experts say it could have some serious effects.
President Biden announces to plan to combat rising gas prices
Biden announced a plan to release 15 million barrels of crude oil from the nation's emergency supply.
Self-driving truck routes start in Baytown, end at Frisco IKEA
Self-driving trucking company Kodiak Robotics has linked up with IKEA to start autonomous freight deliveries going from Baytown to Frisco.
Proposed Kroger-Albertsons merger could affect 100s of stores in North Texas
A $24.6 billion-dollar merger would combine Kroger and Albertsons grocery stores.
Health News
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Health agencies renaming monkeypox to help fight stigma
The World Health Organization urged countries to adopt the new name for the disease, citing the "ongoing negative impact" of the original.
CDC says it's now tracking a new COVID variant known as XBB
The XBB variant has climbed to 3.1% of new COVID cases nationwide, the CDC now estimates.
'One pill can kill': Families speak out against dangers of fentanyl
The DEA held a news conference on Thursday along with several U.S. Attorneys to push the message with the hope of reducing demand for the potentially deadly drug.
North Texas hospitals are overwhelmed with RSV cases
The early surge of RSV is continuing to fill hospital beds in North Texas.
Mansfield ISD pilots new 'Friday Night Lights Against Opioids' program
A new program launched by the Texas Attorney General's Office is working to educate high school football crowds about youth opioid abuse and how to fight it.
Business News
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Despite inflation woes, experts predict better holiday sales compared to last year
The National Retail Federation unveiled its prediction on holiday sales for November through December.
Trucking companies turn to electric vehicles for sustainability and savings
The surge in popularity for electric vehicles is partly fueled by the roller coaster prices of gas, and trucking companies are following suit.
New Texas program offers funds for hospitality businesses hit by COVID-19
More help is on the way for the many small businesses in the hospitality industry still struggling to recover from COVID-19's economic impact.
'The bird has been freed' – Elon Musk takes over Twitter, fires top executives
Elon Musk closed out the $44 billion deal to acquire San Francisco-based social media giant Twitter Thursday and immediately cleaned out the C-suite, firing CEO Parag Agrawal and CFO Ned Segal.
Work begins on $2.5 billion development where 'Leaning Tower of Dallas' stood
More than two years later, work now begins on the massive development project called "The Central."
Sports News
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Doncic, Mavs edge Curry, Warriors in West finals replay
Luka Doncic scored 41 points in his NBA-leading fifth triple-double, and the Mavericks beat the Warriors 116-113 Tuesday night in the first meeting of last season's Western Conference finalists.
Dallas Mavericks sign NBA veteran, free agent Kemba Walker
The Dallas Mavericks announced on Tuesday they have signed free agent guard Kemba Walker.
U.S.A. advances to World Cup knockout stage with win over Iran
The U.S. men's national soccer team defeated Iran 1-0 in a must-win game.
Stars sign Hintz to $67.5M, 8-year contract extension
The deal announced Tuesday takes effect at the start of next season, and goes through the 2030-31 season with an average value of $8.45 million.
Wedgewood, Robertson lead Stars to 4-1 win over Blues
Scott Wedgewood made 23 saves in an unexpected start and Wyatt Johnston broke a scoreless tie with a second-period goal to lead the Stars over the Blues 4-1 Monday night.
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Clarence Gilyard, "Die Hard" and "Walker, Texas Ranger" star, dies at 66
The actor and fine arts professor's death was announced Monday by the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, where he taught film and theater classes.
Will Smith addresses "horrific" Oscars slap: "I lost it"
The slap was the result of "a rage that had been bottled for a really long time," Smith said, but, "I had to forgive myself for being human."
Irene Cara, Oscar-winning singer and actress, dies at 63
The cause of death is unknown and funeral services are pending.
Taylor Swift ticket trouble could drive political engagement
Some of Taylor Swift's fans want you to know three things: They're not still 16, they have careers and resources and, right now, they're angry. That's a powerful political motivator, researchers say.
"Power Rangers" star Jason David Frank dies at age 49
Jason David Frank, who played the Green Power Ranger Tommy Oliver on the 1990s children's series "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers," has died at age 49.
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After two years, holiday favorite ICE! at the Gaylord Texan is back
The event features over two million pounds of ice carved into sculptures. This year's theme is the Polar Express.
Your Wednesday Afternoon Headlines, November 30th, 2022
Jury selection continues in the Aaron Dean murder trial today. A trial is currently underway for an ex-border patrol agent accused of killing four women. Star-Telegram workers who continue their strike today could lose their benefits.
Unsettled weather moves into North Texas over the next week
Temperatures will fluctuate wildly as rain and storms move through the area.
Crews break ground on Southeast Connector Project in Fort Worth
The $1.6 billion is the biggest TXDOT investment in Fort Worth and adds lanes to I-820 and interchanges.
Your Wednesday Morning Headlines, November 30th, 2022
Several southern states see severe storms and tornadoes causing damage overnight. Can you feel the colder weather? Energy leaders say that the Texas power grid is ready for the Winter weather. The City of Fort Worth has voted to increase builder fees that would fund road construction.
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Texas Country Reporter Festival award winners
Here's a look at the winners from the Texas Country Reporter Festival!
Wicked cute! NICU babies dress up for Halloween
Candy doesn't come close to the sweetness delivered up this Halloween at several Texas Health hospitals.
State Fair of Texas: Lost & Found treasures of 2022
Along with dozens upon dozens of phones, many little treasures have been collected and are currently awaiting their rightful owners at the State Fair of Texas' lost & found.
Photos: First day of school in Uvalde
Uvalde students head back to school for the first time since the May 24 attack that killed 19 students and two teachers.
Victims of Robb Elementary School shooting in Uvalde, Texas
On May 24, 2022 nineteen children and two teachers were killed in Uvalde, Texas, after a teenaged gunman barricaded himself in a 4th grade classroom and opened fire.
