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Safety first! Fort Worth ISD school bus drivers undergo intense training
Fort Worth ISD bus drivers undergo intense safety training every year ahead of the school year.
Texas man accused of flying drug-loaded drone into Fort Worth prison yard
He allegedly flew a drone loaded with drugs, prepaid phones and mp3 players into a Fort Worth prison yard. Now Bryant LeRay Henderson will likely find himself behind bars.
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.
Irving ISD teacher celebrating 50 years with the district
If you are lucky enough to take Latin in Irving ISD, there's a 100% chance you'd have Ann Price-Ouzts as your teacher.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
Move-In Mafia helps Paul Quinn College freshmen move in
Incoming students with scholarships coming from foster homes and families with limited incomes are getting some move-in day help thanks to a small non-profit with a big heart.
Habitat for Humanity extends affordable housing assistance to its own employees
The Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity has extended affordable housing assistance to its own employees as home prices and cost of renting goes up.
No one's tracking how big Texas' teacher shortage really is
You've likely heard about the teacher shortage in Texas. Figuring out how exactly how many teacher positions remain vacant, though, is tough.
Valdez throws 7 scoreless, AL-best Astros beat Rangers 7-3
Framber Valdez threw seven shutout innings, Martín Maldonado and Alex Bregman homered with three RBIs each, and the Houston Astros beat the Texas Rangers 7-3 on Thursday.
First Alert Weather
First Alert Weather
Work week ends with warm temperatures and partly cloudy skies
We'll stay under 100 for Friday and Saturday, but triple digits return Sunday.
Bright, sunny weekend ahead for North Texas
A bright and sunny weekend is ahead for North Texas!
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.
Back To School
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Move-In Mafia helps Paul Quinn College freshmen move in
Incoming students with scholarships coming from foster homes and families with limited incomes are getting some move-in day help thanks to a small non-profit with a big heart.
No one's tracking how big Texas' teacher shortage really is
You've likely heard about the teacher shortage in Texas. Figuring out how exactly how many teacher positions remain vacant, though, is tough.
Governor Greg Abbott continues campaign push for school choice
Making the case that parents know the best way for their children to succeed, Abbott said getting behind that would be the best path for state success.
Pilot Point ISD installs new technology to aid in an active shooter situation
As school districts across North Texas make upgrades to their safety plans and equipment, Pilot Point ISD showed CBS 11 their latest addition.
After school activities are back up and running across North Texas
Back to school season is in full gear and besides preparing for the school day, many parents are figuring out after school plans and how to keep them safe.
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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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.
Touched by Uvalde, Bo Jackson donated to pay for funerals
Bo Jackson helped pay for the funerals of the 19 children and two teachers killed in the Uvalde school massacre in May, revealing himself as one of the previously anonymous donors who covered costs for families.
The I-Team
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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.
21-story apartment tower to go up where 2017 condo fire took place
The site of Dallas' biggest fire is now a giant crater.
I-Team: Reports find scam callers target Texas, specifically Dallas-Fort Worth
If you live in Texas, you're more likely to get these calls than any other state. If you live in the 214- or 817- area codes, you live in one of the most targeted metro areas in the country.
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Valdez throws 7 scoreless, AL-best Astros beat Rangers 7-3
Framber Valdez threw seven shutout innings, Martín Maldonado and Alex Bregman homered with three RBIs each, and the Houston Astros beat the Texas Rangers 7-3 on Thursday.
Brittney Griner's teammates react to "devastating" prison sentence
Griner's teammates say they approached Thursday's game "with a heavy heart": "It's like you're just waiting for a bomb to drop."
Rangers win 3-2 over White Sox in debuts of 2 former 1st-rounders
Leody Taveras had an RBI single for the Rangers, who ended a seven-game home losing streak.
The ultimate Cowboys fan and the pledge made to her by Jerry Jones
Ms. Price, as she's simply known by the Cowboys in-crowd, says she knows how to pay her way when she has to. But, her support for the team, is priceless.
Iman Shumpert arrested at Texas airport for pot possession
Former NBA player Iman Shumpert was arrested at the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport last weekend for allegedly trying to bring six ounces of cannabis through security.
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Work week ends with warm temperatures and partly cloudy skies
We'll stay under 100 for Friday and Saturday, but triple digits return Sunday.
Friday afternoon headlines for August 12, 2022
Here are some top headlines in North Texas for the afternoon of August 12, 2022!
Safety first! Fort Worth ISD school bus drivers undergo intense training
Fort Worth ISD bus drivers undergo intense safety training every year ahead of the school year.
Full Interview: Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney
Jack talks with Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney about property tax breaks, jobs, and educational needs within the city's school district.
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.
Latest News
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Safety first! Fort Worth ISD school bus drivers undergo intense training
Fort Worth ISD bus drivers undergo intense safety training every year ahead of the school year.
Texas man accused of flying drug-loaded drone into Fort Worth prison yard
He allegedly flew a drone loaded with drugs, prepaid phones and mp3 players into a Fort Worth prison yard. Now Bryant LeRay Henderson will likely find himself behind bars.
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.
Irving ISD teacher celebrating 50 years with the district
If you are lucky enough to take Latin in Irving ISD, there's a 100% chance you'd have Ann Price-Ouzts as your teacher.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
The I-Team
More The I-Team
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.
21-story apartment tower to go up where 2017 condo fire took place
The site of Dallas' biggest fire is now a giant crater.
I-Team: Reports find scam callers target Texas, specifically Dallas-Fort Worth
If you live in Texas, you're more likely to get these calls than any other state. If you live in the 214- or 817- area codes, you live in one of the most targeted metro areas in the country.
Politics
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Politics
Full Interview: Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney
Jack talks with Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney about property tax breaks, jobs, and educational needs within the city's school district.
Eye On Politics: August 12, 2022
This week's Eye On Politics features a one-on-one interview with Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), a recap of CPAC in Dallas with response from Texas democrats, and Frisco's Mayor discusses property tax breaks, jobs, and education.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
Beto O'Rourke blasts heckler during speech on Uvalde shooting in Mineral Wells
The Democratic gubernatorial candidate went viral after video showed him cursing at a heckler in Mineral Wells.
Trump says he took the Fifth in New York fraud investigation
The deposition is part of a wide-ranging probe into Trump's business practices by New York Attorney General Letitia James.
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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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.
Dallas County declares health emergency as monkeypox cases continue to rise
Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins decided to issue the order after cases passed 200 last week.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
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.
Business 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.
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.
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.
Sports
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Valdez throws 7 scoreless, AL-best Astros beat Rangers 7-3
Framber Valdez threw seven shutout innings, Martín Maldonado and Alex Bregman homered with three RBIs each, and the Houston Astros beat the Texas Rangers 7-3 on Thursday.
Brittney Griner's teammates react to "devastating" prison sentence
Griner's teammates say they approached Thursday's game "with a heavy heart": "It's like you're just waiting for a bomb to drop."
Rangers win 3-2 over White Sox in debuts of 2 former 1st-rounders
Leody Taveras had an RBI single for the Rangers, who ended a seven-game home losing streak.
The ultimate Cowboys fan and the pledge made to her by Jerry Jones
Ms. Price, as she's simply known by the Cowboys in-crowd, says she knows how to pay her way when she has to. But, her support for the team, is priceless.
Iman Shumpert arrested at Texas airport for pot possession
Former NBA player Iman Shumpert was arrested at the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport last weekend for allegedly trying to bring six ounces of cannabis through security.
Weather
Entertainment
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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."
Nichelle Nichols, groundbreaking "Star Trek" star, dies at age 89
After "Star Trek," Nichols went on to become a recruiter for NASA, playing a key role in helping recruit people of color and female astronauts.
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Work week ends with warm temperatures and partly cloudy skies
We'll stay under 100 for Friday and Saturday, but triple digits return Sunday.
Friday afternoon headlines for August 12, 2022
Here are some top headlines in North Texas for the afternoon of August 12, 2022!
Safety first! Fort Worth ISD school bus drivers undergo intense training
Fort Worth ISD bus drivers undergo intense safety training every year ahead of the school year.
Full Interview: Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney
Jack talks with Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney about property tax breaks, jobs, and educational needs within the city's school district.
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.
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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.
