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Affidavit: FedEx driver strangled Athena Strand, 7, after accidentally running her over
New details about the death of Athena Strand were revealed on Thursday after authorities released arrest warrants for her accused killer Tanner Horner.
Courtney Clenney hearing: No bond for social media model accused of killing her boyfriend
Prosecutors deemed her a flight risk and wanted her to remain in jail
Brittney Griner released by Russia in prisoner swap for arms dealer
Griner was detained by Russia in February and sentenced to nine years in prison for having vape cartridges with cannabis oil.
BMW Dallas Marathon forecast: Not as much rain expected Sunday
Runners can expect a soggy start Saturday but Sunday looks a little drier with only a 10% chance of rain.
Millions wrongly told they were approved for debt forgiveness
A Biden administration program forgiving up to $20,000 in student loans remains hung up in court.
Texas white supremacist prison gang member gets life for racketeering
A Texas man who holds a leadership position in a white supremacist prison gang was sentenced to life in prison Wednesday for racketeering-related crimes.
Who is Paul Whelan? Prisoner swap puts focus on Marine still held in Russia
Paul Whelan, a 52-year-old retired U.S. Marine Corps veteran, has been imprisoned in Russia on espionage charges since his arrest at the end of 2018.
Airbnb cracking down on rowdy New Year's Eve parties
Rental platform says trial run of new rules and technology sharply curtailed holiday "party incidents" last year.
Athena Strand's accused killer delivered Christmas gift day of abduction
The FedEx driver accused of killing Athena Strand was delivering a Christmas gift -- a box of 'You Can Be Anything' Barbie dolls -- for the girl the day she was reported missing.
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Rain possible for some parts of North Texas today
The fog is gradually lifting across the Metroplex, but some places could see rain today.
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.
Aaron Dean Murder Trial
State unexpectedly rested case on day 3 of Aaron Dean murder trial
Prosecutors spent about two and half days making their case that Aaron Dean committed murder when he shot Atatiana Jefferson in 2019.
Aaron Dean Trial Day 3: Live updates
The former officer is accused of killing Atatiana Jefferson in 2019.
Body camera footage shown during day 2 of Aaron Dean's murder trial
The minutes and actions leading up to the fatal shooting of Atatiana Jefferson were laid out in a murder trial Tuesday, including the complete recording from the body camera of the man who shot her, former police officer Aaron Dean.
Athena Strand
Affidavit: FedEx driver strangled Athena Strand, 7, after accidentally running her over
New details about the death of Athena Strand were revealed on Thursday after authorities released arrest warrants for her accused killer Tanner Horner.
Athena Strand's accused killer delivered Christmas gift day of abduction
The FedEx driver accused of killing Athena Strand was delivering a Christmas gift -- a box of 'You Can Be Anything' Barbie dolls -- for the girl the day she was reported missing.
Athena Strand's mother speaks publicly for first time
After an opening prayer at the Cottonwood First Baptist Church, Maitlyn Gandy spoke publicly for the first time since her daughter's murder.
Athena Strand's mother speaks to crowd at vigil Tuesday night
The mother of 7-year-old Athena Strand speaks out during a vigil Tuesday night at First Baptist Church in Cottondale.
Celebrating a life lost too soon; thousands light candles for Athena Strand
Thousands showed up at the First Baptist Church Cottondale. They prayed and sang in honor of the child who loved the color pink, laughing, singing and playing with her little sister.
Celebrating a life lost too soon; thousands light candles for Athena Strand
Thousands showed up at the First Baptist Church Cottondale. They prayed and sang in honor of the child who loved the color pink, laughing, singing and playing with her little sister.
Remembering Athena Strand, more candlelight vigils planned for slain child
The candlelight vigils continue in honor of the 7-year-old who was killed by a FedEx driver.
Wise County residents gather, remember 7-year-old Athena Strand
As Wise County residents continue to mourn the death of 7-year-old Athena Strand, a prayer vigil was held at the county courthouse Monday night.
Wise County residents gather, remember 7-year-old Athena Strand
As Wise County residents continue to mourn the death of 7-year-old Athena Strand, a prayer vigil was held at the county courthouse Monday night.
Grief-stricken community 'looking after each other,' following Athena Strand's death
Athena Strand's hometown of Paradise, Texas is a tight-knit community of about 500 people. And her death has stunned and saddened not just her city but all Wise County.
Jack Fink Interviews
Jack Fink Interviews
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson discusses re-election bid
In a one-on-one with political reporter Jack Fink, Eric Johnson lays out why he thinks he should be re-elected as Mayor of Dallas in next year's election. This discussion comes after former Dallas ISD Superintendent Dr. Michael Hinojosa told CBS 11 he won't be running.
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.
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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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Brittney Griner released by Russia in prisoner swap for arms dealer
Griner was detained by Russia in February and sentenced to nine years in prison for having vape cartridges with cannabis oil.
Murray 44 saves, Marner extends streak, Leafs top Stars 4-0
Matt Murray made a season-high 44 saves and Mitch Marner extended his Toronto-record point streak to 20 games with an early assist as the Maple Leafs beat the Stars 4-0 Tuesday night.
TCU's Garrett Riley is Broyles Award winner as top assistant
TCU offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Garrett Riley is the winner of the Broyles Award as the top assistant coach in the nation.
2022 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year nominees announced
Derrick Henry's work with his former high school and his charitable donations to help disadvantaged youth earned him a nomination for the second straight year.
Doncic, Mavericks preserve big lead, roll past Suns 130-111
Luka Doncic scored 33 points, Spencer Dinwiddie added 21 and the Dallas Mavericks preserved a big lead against the Phoenix Suns this time in a 130-111 victory on Monday night.
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Week 1 of the Aaron Dean trial
The courtroom is adjourned for the week and scheduled to return Monday morning. The state has rested its case in the trial of former Fort Worth police officer, Aaron Dean, who is accused of killing Atatiana Jefferson three years ago.
EN ESPAÑOL: Primera semana del juicio de Aaron Dean
El juicio se aplazó durante la semana y está programado para regresar el lunes por la mañana.
Heads up Dallas: public transit changes this weekend due to BMW Marathon
If you use DART or other forms of public transit in Dallas, your normal routes could be impacted.
Rain possible for some parts of North Texas today
The fog is gradually lifting across the Metroplex, but some places could see rain today.
Mother of slain child Athena Strand speaks about her daughter's death
Maitlyn Gandy, the mother of slain 7-year-old Athena Strand, spoke about her daughter's death at a press conference Thursday.
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Affidavit: FedEx driver strangled Athena Strand, 7, after accidentally running her over
New details about the death of Athena Strand were revealed on Thursday after authorities released arrest warrants for her accused killer Tanner Horner.
Courtney Clenney hearing: No bond for social media model accused of killing her boyfriend
Prosecutors deemed her a flight risk and wanted her to remain in jail
Brittney Griner released by Russia in prisoner swap for arms dealer
Griner was detained by Russia in February and sentenced to nine years in prison for having vape cartridges with cannabis oil.
BMW Dallas Marathon forecast: Not as much rain expected Sunday
Runners can expect a soggy start Saturday but Sunday looks a little drier with only a 10% chance of rain.
Millions wrongly told they were approved for debt forgiveness
A Biden administration program forgiving up to $20,000 in student loans remains hung up in court.
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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Brittney Griner released by Russia in prisoner swap for arms dealer
Griner was detained by Russia in February and sentenced to nine years in prison for having vape cartridges with cannabis oil.
House passes Respect for Marriage Act, sending it to Biden
The measure is likely to be one of the last significant legislative accomplishments from the Democratic-led House.
Who is Viktor Bout, the Russian "Merchant of Death"?
The Russian arms dealer has been released from U.S. prison in a one-for-one swap to free WNBA star Brittney Griner, a U.S. official confirmed.
New classified records found in Trump storage unit
There were two documents with classified markings inside a sealed box in a storage facility in West Palm Beach, a source confirmed.
Gov. Greg Abbott bans TikTok on state-issued devices
Effective immediately, Governor Greg Abbott has ordered all state agencies to ban the use of the TikTok on any state-issued device.
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North Texans express concerns about potential nationwide rail strike
SMU Economics Professor Mike Davis said Wednesday that it's hard to measure a dollar amount, but that if there's a strike, it could impact the supply chain for consumer goods among other items.
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.
Health News
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Fighting fentanyl: North Texas mom teaches first responders about new treatments
There's a new treatment for combating fentanyl overdose many first responders are using called ZIMHI, which is administered like an epipen through the thigh and provides a stronger dose of naloxone into the body.
COVID: Experts urge vaccination as cases skyrocket in Dallas
New numbers show that COVID infections are making a holiday return, the case count in Dallas county nearly doubling in just a couple of weeks.
How you can help your mental health this holiday season
The season of joy can also be the season of stress as the holidays can bring on both depression and anxiety.
Flu cases are on the rise in North Texas
Over the last week, 800 patients at Cook Children's Medical Center have tested positive for the flu, and that's as many as anyone can remember.
A look into the life of Kylie, Karen Borta's daughter, who has type 1 diabetes
November marks National Diabetes Awareness Month. For the first time, our Karen Borta opens up about how her family has been personally impacted by T1D.
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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Brittney Griner released by Russia in prisoner swap for arms dealer
Griner was detained by Russia in February and sentenced to nine years in prison for having vape cartridges with cannabis oil.
Murray 44 saves, Marner extends streak, Leafs top Stars 4-0
Matt Murray made a season-high 44 saves and Mitch Marner extended his Toronto-record point streak to 20 games with an early assist as the Maple Leafs beat the Stars 4-0 Tuesday night.
TCU's Garrett Riley is Broyles Award winner as top assistant
TCU offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Garrett Riley is the winner of the Broyles Award as the top assistant coach in the nation.
2022 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year nominees announced
Derrick Henry's work with his former high school and his charitable donations to help disadvantaged youth earned him a nomination for the second straight year.
Doncic, Mavericks preserve big lead, roll past Suns 130-111
Luka Doncic scored 33 points, Spencer Dinwiddie added 21 and the Dallas Mavericks preserved a big lead against the Phoenix Suns this time in a 130-111 victory on Monday night.
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"Fit for Christmas" one of three new CBS original holiday movies for 2022
Also coming is "When Christmas was Young," a Nashville music-themed movie, and "Must Love Christmas," about a romance novelist.
Christine McVie, Fleetwood Mac singer-songwriter, dies at 79
Christine McVie, the soulful British musician who sang lead on many of Fleetwood Mac's biggest hits, has died at 79.
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.
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Week 1 of the Aaron Dean trial
The courtroom is adjourned for the week and scheduled to return Monday morning. The state has rested its case in the trial of former Fort Worth police officer, Aaron Dean, who is accused of killing Atatiana Jefferson three years ago.
EN ESPAÑOL: Primera semana del juicio de Aaron Dean
El juicio se aplazó durante la semana y está programado para regresar el lunes por la mañana.
Heads up Dallas: public transit changes this weekend due to BMW Marathon
If you use DART or other forms of public transit in Dallas, your normal routes could be impacted.
Rain possible for some parts of North Texas today
The fog is gradually lifting across the Metroplex, but some places could see rain today.
Mother of slain child Athena Strand speaks about her daughter's death
Maitlyn Gandy, the mother of slain 7-year-old Athena Strand, spoke about her daughter's death at a press conference Thursday.
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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.
