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Newborn found in bushes outside Waxahachie apartments
A newborn is in good condition despite someone finding him wrapped in a t-shirt under some bushes at 8:30 in the morning.
Police: Man found dead in Grand Prairie car crash actually victim of unrelated homicide
Police now say a man found dead after a crash on I-30 was actually a victim of a homicide unrelated to the accident.
New plaza and art installation will be built in Arlington to commemorate Old Mineral Well
Construction will soon begin on a new public plaza and art installation in downtown Arlington to commemorate an often-forgotten landmark in the city's history.
4 men arrested, charged with capital murder in connection to DeSoto shooting
DeSoto police arrested four men they believe are connected to a July 15 shooting that left a young man dead in his own home.
Judge says part of Trump search affidavit could "presumptively be unsealed"
Prosecutors revealed the investigation into Trump's handling of classified documents is "in its very early stages."
UNT announces it will not raise tuition for 7th year in a row
The UNT System Board of Regents approved a budget for the 2023 fiscal year that includes no raises in tuition.
Texas kid Epic Orta finalist in National Mullet Competition
Throw on your Pit Viper sunglasses and cast your online ballot for Epic by Friday, August 19.
Tolar residents pick up the pieces after storms rip through town
Cleanup is underway in Tolar after storms ripped through the small town and caused tons of destruction.
Community ISD: A growing district celebrates its 75th anniversary
Community ISD is celebrating its 75th anniversary by opening a new school as 700 new students start classes.
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Rain, cooler temperatures ahead
There's a chance for rain everyday for the next seven days!
Cooler temperatures arrive, more rain possible
Scattered rain and storms though the evening with highs in the upper 80s.
Meet the First Alert Weather team
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Community ISD: A growing district celebrates its 75th anniversary
Community ISD is celebrating its 75th anniversary by opening a new school as 700 new students start classes.
Keller ISD tells school staff, librarians to pull and review books that don't meet guidelines
These guidelines are relatively based on the Texas Education Agency's school library standards for removing and preventing obscene content released earlier this year.
Experts hearing questions about monkeypox, COVID-19 as school begins
Back-to-school anxiety may be a rite of passage for students, but parents may be experiencing it as well. Between safety and health concerns, it can be tough to send your child off this year.
'It's a new year' for South Oak Cliff Golden Bears as school year is in full swing
As Dallas Independent School District celebrates the start of a new school year, it does so for the first time in decades with a reigning state champion in football.
TEA releases 2022 school district and campus ratings
The TEA said that ratings are up since last issued in 2019, reflecting improvements in student academic growth rates.
Supreme Court: Roe v. Wade
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Dallas city council passes reproductive rights resolution
The city joins Denton and Austin, who have already passed similar resolutions.
Dallas Council Committee approves reproductive rights resolution, heads to full City Council
A Dallas City Council committee approved a reproductive rights resolution unanimously, 9-0, Tuesday afternoon.
California governor signs gun control law patterned after Texas anti-abortion law
California Governor Gavin Newsom said he will sign a controversial, first-in-the-nation gun control law patterned after a Texas anti-abortion law.
Texas hospitals delaying care over abortion law, letter says
In one case, a central Texas hospital reportedly told a physician not to treat an ectopic pregnancy until it ruptured, the letter said.
Plano mom Brandy Bottone says unborn baby counts as passenger in HOV
A Plano mother who said her unborn child should count as a passenger in the HOV lane did a ride along with CBS 11 and shared more of her story.
Uvalde School Shooting
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Uvalde School Shooting
Half of all Texas school districts have no mental health services
Texas needs to hire 5,600 psychologists just to meet minimum standards.
Abbott says he wants enhanced school safety standards and schools to comply
The Governor's comments come as school districts across Texas this month will open their doors to millions of students, their teachers, and other educators and staff.
City near Uvalde school shooting revokes NRA gun show deal
The Hondo City Council voted 4-1 to rescind the rental agreement for the Friends of the NRA to hold its fundraiser there.
Robb Elementary School principal placed on administrative leave
Robb Elementary School Principal Mandy Gutierrez has been placed on administrative leave with pay.
Uvalde CISD postpones special meeting on police chief Arredondo's possible termination
The district's statement said that the move was made in compliance with due process requirements and at the request of Arredondo's attorney.
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I-Team: Nearly 90% of elementary schools do not have an officer stationed at the school
According to data the I-Team collected, in North Texas, elementary schools appear to be far more vulnerable than middle or high schools.
Dallas college installs new security features following a 2017 shooting
North Lake College in Irving might be considered one of the most high-tech campuses in North Texas — partly because of what happened five years ago.
FBI: more young people are being targeted for sextortion scams
Criminals convince victims to send compromising photos, then threaten to release the images if ransom isn't paid.
Black and Hispanic murders are less likely to be solved | The reasons why are complicated
New research by the CBS News Innovation Lab shows the likelihood of a murder being solved in the US is significantly lower when the victims are Black or Hispanic.
Churches cancel Christian day-camp as old allegations surface again
Pastor Doug Page of First Baptist Grapevine cancelled the camp about one week before it was set to begin for about 200-children in his congregation and the neighborhood.
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Murphy hits 2 HRs, Langeliers homers as A's roll past Texas
Sean Murphy had his second two-homer game and rookie Shea Langeliers hit his first major league home run in his second game with Oakland, leading the Athletics to a 7-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night.
Dallas Mavericks release 2022-2023 schedule
The season kicks off on Oct. 19 with a Western Conference Semifinals rematch against the Phoenix Suns. The home opener for the season will be on Oct. 22, against the Memphis Grizzlies.
NBA won't hold games on Election Day in effort to encourage fans to vote
As part of what the league is calling a "civic engagement night," all 30 teams will instead play the night before the election.
Rangers win 3rd straight, top A's 2-1 after Woodward firing
Marcus Semien homered, rookie Bubba Thompson had a tiebreaking RBI single and the Texas Rangers won hours after manager Chris Woodward was fired, beating the Oakland Athletics 2-1 on Monday night.
Texas Rangers fire manager Chris Woodward
The Texas Rangers have dismissed Chris Woodward as manager.
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Rain, cooler temperatures ahead
There's a chance for rain everyday for the next seven days!
Top Stories in Dallas - Fort Worth, Aug. 18
Thursday Evening's Top Stories: Strong overnight storms knock out power and delay school in Tolar, a Tarrant County judge has set a new trial date for Aaron Dean and the latest information on a chemical plant that went up in flames Wednesday.
City of Tolar cleans up after storms leave behind damage
School was delayed and power was out due to overnight storms.
New date for Aaron Dean murder trial
Former Fort Worth police office Aaron is charged with murder for the shooting death of Atatiana Jefferson
Drive-thru monkeypox vaccinations in Dallas County
For the first time, Dallas County Health and Human Services is holding a drive-thru monkeypox vaccine hub outside their Dallas office.
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Newborn found in bushes outside Waxahachie apartments
A newborn is in good condition despite someone finding him wrapped in a t-shirt under some bushes at 8:30 in the morning.
Police: Man found dead in Grand Prairie car crash actually victim of unrelated homicide
Police now say a man found dead after a crash on I-30 was actually a victim of a homicide unrelated to the accident.
New plaza and art installation will be built in Arlington to commemorate Old Mineral Well
Construction will soon begin on a new public plaza and art installation in downtown Arlington to commemorate an often-forgotten landmark in the city's history.
4 men arrested, charged with capital murder in connection to DeSoto shooting
DeSoto police arrested four men they believe are connected to a July 15 shooting that left a young man dead in his own home.
Judge says part of Trump search affidavit could "presumptively be unsealed"
Prosecutors revealed the investigation into Trump's handling of classified documents is "in its very early stages."
The I-Team
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I-Team: Nearly 90% of elementary schools do not have an officer stationed at the school
According to data the I-Team collected, in North Texas, elementary schools appear to be far more vulnerable than middle or high schools.
Dallas college installs new security features following a 2017 shooting
North Lake College in Irving might be considered one of the most high-tech campuses in North Texas — partly because of what happened five years ago.
FBI: more young people are being targeted for sextortion scams
Criminals convince victims to send compromising photos, then threaten to release the images if ransom isn't paid.
Black and Hispanic murders are less likely to be solved | The reasons why are complicated
New research by the CBS News Innovation Lab shows the likelihood of a murder being solved in the US is significantly lower when the victims are Black or Hispanic.
Churches cancel Christian day-camp as old allegations surface again
Pastor Doug Page of First Baptist Grapevine cancelled the camp about one week before it was set to begin for about 200-children in his congregation and the neighborhood.
Politics
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Judge says part of Trump search affidavit could "presumptively be unsealed"
Prosecutors revealed the investigation into Trump's handling of classified documents is "in its very early stages."
Arlington voters to decide on increasing term lengths for mayor, city council
The measure comes just four years after residents overwhelmingly approved term limits for those positions.
Biden signs Inflation Reduction Act, sealing major victory for domestic agenda
"Let me say from the start, with this law, the American people won and the special interests lost," Mr. Biden told the crowd assembled at the White House.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady has been vacationing in South Carolina with her family, including President Biden.
FBI, DHS warn of threats to law enforcement after Mar-a-Lago search
The FBI and DHS shared the internal intelligence memo with state, local, tribal and territorial law enforcement officials nationwide late Friday night.
Consumer News
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Tax-free weekend brings thousands to shopping malls across North Texas
It's a chance for shoppers to get deals on back-to-school supplies or even just treat themselves.
Tax-free weekend a chance for back-to-school shoppers to save big
Tax-free weekend in Texas is officially here, and shoppers are already taking advantage of the annual sales tax holiday.
H-E-B issuing all-store recall for mint chocolate chip ice cream
Officials say the products contain wheat but that it is not declared on the label.
Tips and tricks for saving on that grocery bill from the Culinary School of Fort Worth
CBS 11 News went to the Culinary School of Fort Worth for a few tips and tricks people can use to save money on their grocery bills.
Consumer advocate talks pros, cons of electric vehicles
Everyone is looking for ways to save at the pump, but have you ever thought about ditching gas altogether?
Health
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Dallas County Health Department to stage drive thru monkeypox vaccine hub
Beginning at 9 a.m. Aug. 18, the Dallas County Health Department will, for the first time, stage a drive thru monkeypox vaccine hub outside its office off I-35 E.
2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
Experts hearing questions about monkeypox, COVID-19 as school begins
Back-to-school anxiety may be a rite of passage for students, but parents may be experiencing it as well. Between safety and health concerns, it can be tough to send your child off this year.
Some Capri Sun juice pouches recalled over possible cleaning solution contamination
"Diluted cleaning solution, which is used on food processing equipment, was inadvertently introduced into a production line at one of our factories," Kraft Heinz said.
Doctors urging parents to get kids vaccinated before heading back to school
Doctors are urging parents to get their kids the COVID-19 vaccine as they head back to school.
Business News
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American Airlines places deposit on 20 supersonic planes
American Airlines has agreed to buy up to 20 supersonic jets and put down a non-refundable deposit on the planes that are still on the drawing board and years away from flying.
Tax-free weekend brings thousands to shopping malls across North Texas
It's a chance for shoppers to get deals on back-to-school supplies or even just treat themselves.
25th annual DFW Restaurant Week begins August 8
It's the second-largest restaurant week in the country, second only to New York City's.
Tax-free weekend a chance for back-to-school shoppers to save big
Tax-free weekend in Texas is officially here, and shoppers are already taking advantage of the annual sales tax holiday.
Cracker Barrel sparks uproar for plant-based sausage critics say is "woke"
The post sparked strong reactions from its followers, with many complaining that Cracker Barrel should not be offering the meat alternative.
Sports
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Murphy hits 2 HRs, Langeliers homers as A's roll past Texas
Sean Murphy had his second two-homer game and rookie Shea Langeliers hit his first major league home run in his second game with Oakland, leading the Athletics to a 7-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night.
Dallas Mavericks release 2022-2023 schedule
The season kicks off on Oct. 19 with a Western Conference Semifinals rematch against the Phoenix Suns. The home opener for the season will be on Oct. 22, against the Memphis Grizzlies.
NBA won't hold games on Election Day in effort to encourage fans to vote
As part of what the league is calling a "civic engagement night," all 30 teams will instead play the night before the election.
Rangers win 3rd straight, top A's 2-1 after Woodward firing
Marcus Semien homered, rookie Bubba Thompson had a tiebreaking RBI single and the Texas Rangers won hours after manager Chris Woodward was fired, beating the Oakland Athletics 2-1 on Monday night.
Texas Rangers fire manager Chris Woodward
The Texas Rangers have dismissed Chris Woodward as manager.
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Sacheen Littlefeather receives apology for mistreatment at 1973 Oscars
Littlefeather was mocked when she declined Marlon Brando's Best Actor win onstage at the 1973 ceremony.
Issey Miyake, Japanese fashion maverick, dies at 84
Miyake built one of Japan's biggest fashion brands, becoming well known for its trademark origami-like pleats, and Steve Jobs' ubiquitous black turtlenecks.
Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
Vin Scully, legendary Dodgers broadcaster, dies at age 94
"His voice will always be heard and etched in all of our minds forever," Dodgers president and CEO Stan Kasten said in a statement.
Pat Carroll, voice of Ursula in "The Little Mermaid," dies at 95
Carroll would often say that Ursula was one of her favorite roles, saying that she saw the character as an "ex-Shakespearean actress who now sold cars."
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Rain, cooler temperatures ahead
There's a chance for rain everyday for the next seven days!
Top Stories in Dallas - Fort Worth, Aug. 18
Thursday Evening's Top Stories: Strong overnight storms knock out power and delay school in Tolar, a Tarrant County judge has set a new trial date for Aaron Dean and the latest information on a chemical plant that went up in flames Wednesday.
City of Tolar cleans up after storms leave behind damage
School was delayed and power was out due to overnight storms.
New date for Aaron Dean murder trial
Former Fort Worth police office Aaron is charged with murder for the shooting death of Atatiana Jefferson
Drive-thru monkeypox vaccinations in Dallas County
For the first time, Dallas County Health and Human Services is holding a drive-thru monkeypox vaccine hub outside their Dallas office.
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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.
Uvalde School Shooting: The Aftermath of Tragedy
Following the tragic shooting deaths of 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary School, the Uvalde community is grappling to find answers and understanding.
CBS 11 Bike To Work Week!
CBS 11 staffers took the roads early morning May 20 for Bike to Work Week! Want to be featured on air or online? Share your photos of you biking to work using #CBS11BiketoWork on social media!
Easter bunny hops into Cook Children's NICU
All dressed up for their first Easter, these precious snuggle bunnies are ready for the holiday weekend.
March 14 Fannin County Storm Damage Near Leonard, Texas
The storm that moved through North Texas on the evening of March 14 was fast-moving but left a lot of damage behind in some places. Here are images from Fannin County, west of the town of Leonard, where many believe a tornado touched down.
