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Watch live: Fort Worth ISD superintendent shares outlook amid state takeover
Dr. Peter Licata was appointed by the TEA, along with a board of managers, to replace the elected school board this past year.
Golfer Jessica Bang, 18, dies while preparing for tournament in Thailand
Jessica Bang collapsed on Aug. 1 as she was preparing in Thailand for a tournament and was transported to a hospital in Bangkok.
Walmart tomato soup kits recalled over Listeria risk, FDA says
The 14oz soup kits were distributed at Walmart stores in 29 states between June 30 and July 7, according to the FDA.
TEA releases school district reports cards; Fort Worth ISD shows some improvement
Austin ISD had two schools score their fifth consecutive failing grade, triggering a potential state takeover.
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in federal case, admits to shooting Brian Thompson
Luigi Mangione entered a guilty plea in his federal case at a court appearance in Manhattan Friday morning.
See how much renters pay for a 2-bedroom home in 50 U.S. cities
Nearly half of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing. Here's what it costs to rent a two-bedroom home in 50 U.S. cities.
Violent crime plummeted in U.S. last year, White House official says
The White House is touting a historic drop in violent crime as the FBI prepares to release the latest data from its annual Uniform Crime Reporting Program.
Baby in surrogate dispute now in custody of parents, lawyer says
The baby at the center of a surrogacy dispute was born in Texas Wednesday and has hypoplastic left heart syndrome, a rare heart defect.
DeSoto football standout prepares for Texas Tech amid NIL era
Rod Baker says his son, SaRod Baker, is part of a football team and a brotherhood. However, he knows his high school senior has something special.
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Elevated fire danger amid high heat in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
Looking ahead to this weekend, the heat continues. Feels-like temperatures will be as hot as 107°, and another heat advisory may be issued.
More triple-digit heat on the way for North Texas as fire danger persists
The First Alert Weather Team continues to monitor the fire danger area wide as it is once again elevated across North Texas with wind gusts today up to 25 mph.
Workweek ends with high fire danger, temperatures in 100s across DFW
The First Alert Weather Team continues to monitor the fire danger area wide as it is once again elevated across North Texas with wind gusts today up to 25 mph.
Parts of North Texas under extreme fire danger threat as triple-digit temps continue
A Heat Advisory is in effect, along with an extreme fire danger risk for most of our viewing area.
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Mayor Johnson says Dallas doesn't "have a revenue problem", AI will help
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson made the remarks one day before City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert released her proposed 2026-27 budget.
Senate candidates Paxton and Talarico propose different plans to help Texans with affordability
Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico introduced their economic agendas while campaigning in North Texas last week.
Irving's new mayor wants to develop the site the Cowboys left 14 years ago
Zapanta told Jack Fink about his conversations with other sports teams about developing the site, including the Dallas Stars.
Talarico unveils "New American Dream" plan at Arlington rally
The Democrat outlined proposals on wages, medical debt, and affordability as both campaigns intensify ahead of November.
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TEA releases school district reports cards; Fort Worth ISD shows some improvement
Austin ISD had two schools score their fifth consecutive failing grade, triggering a potential state takeover.
Some private schools see rapid growth with new Texas Education Freedom Accounts
This is Texas's first year using $1 billion of taxpayer money to fund private school expenses for eligible families who applied to the program.
Fort Worth ISD begins school year under state control after takeover
The first day of school for Fort Worth ISD is on Monday, and there are a lot of eyes on the district as it begins the new school year under state control.
Texas board approves adding Bible stories to required reading for public school students
The reading list will take effect starting in 2030.
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.
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Desoto HS football standout SaRod Baker prepares for Texas Tech as NIL changes the game
Baker, who scored dozens of touchdowns during his junior season, was pursued by 40 colleges, including Ohio State University, Texas A&M, SMU and Oregon State University.
Elevated fire danger amid high heat in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
Looking ahead to this weekend, the heat continues. Feels-like temperatures will be as hot as 107°, and another heat advisory may be issued.
USS George Washington to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln amid reports about poor conditions
Earlier this week, Senate Democrats demanded answers about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, following reports of food shortages, broken plumbing, and mental health crises.
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in federal case in murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Luigi Mangione, 28, entered a guilty plea in his federal case at a court appearance in Manhattan, admitting to the judge that he shot and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Midtown hotel in 2024.
“Bumble” ditches the women send the first message rule
Bumble was built on the idea that women would make the first move, but now, after a massive stock decline, the company is shifting its strategy and allowing all users to send the first message.
Beyond the Border
DACA renewal processing delays leave many across country in limbo
DACA recipients across the country have lost work authorization due to backlogs.
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.
I-Team Investigations
Prosper PD reverses discipline for detectives who reported affair
The reversal comes just weeks after an I-Team investigation showed contention over the disciplinary process.
Even after a kidnapper's life sentence, hunt for more victims continues
A phone call from jail raised further suspicions that Carney targeted other girls.
She stopped a predatory ice cream man. Now, she helped convict him.
More than 40 years after helping catch an ice cream truck driver who exposed himself to her, an Oklahoma woman testified against him in a Texas trial, helping secure a life sentence.
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.
"A genetic witness": new ways police are using DNA to solve crime
It's one thing to have blood, semen or saliva and a potential suspect identified against whom to compare it. A DNA test would simply show whether it's a match or not.
Two girls, kidnapped 8 years apart, waited decades to learn who did it
Ashley Keith sat down with CBS News Texas for an exclusive interview, her first ever about her 1991 kidnapping.
Solar bust: Bankruptcies leave some solar customers with broken panels, faulty systems
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
How an affair inside Prosper PD led to half a dozen demotions
Prosper police detectives say they were punished after reporting an alleged affair between a sergeant and a detective, prompting accusations that the department retaliated against whistleblowers.
As risk rises, thousands of Texans drop flood insurance
Only about 7% of homes in Texas have flood insurance.
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Dallas Mayor Johnson discusses city's next budget ahead of its release, says the city doesn't "have
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson discusses the city's next budget ahead of its release. He also discusses how AI can benefit the city's taxpayers in the long run, and how the city doesn't "have a revenue problem".
U.S. Rep. pays tribute to the legacy of longtime Congresswoman and Fort Worth Mayor Kay Granger
Republican U.S. Rep. Craig Goldman of Fort Worth, who succeeded longtime Congresswoman and Fort Worth Mayor Kay Granger in office, pays tribute to her legacy. Goldman said that Granger never forgot where she came from or whom she represented, consistently putting Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Parker County, and Wise County first throughout nearly three decades in Congress.
Former Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price reflects on the legacy of U.S. Rep. Kay Granger
Former U.S. Rep. Kay Granger, a trailblazing North Texas Republican who became the first woman to serve as Fort Worth's mayor, has died, officials said Sunday night. She was 83 years old. Former Fort Worth Mayor Besty Price looks back on the life and legacy of Granger and how she broke many glass ceilings for women in North Texas politics.
Political Science Professor on Paxton's refusal to answer questions, Talarico and Black Texan voters
SMU Political Science Professor Matthew Wilson discusses AG Ken Paxton's refusal to answer reporter questions. Jack asks Wilson whether it will hurt Paxton's efforts in the November U.S. Senate election.
Former Texas campaign director for Biden discusses Senate race, Paxton and Talarico's campaigns
Jane Hope Hamilton, former Texas statewide director for President Joe Biden's 2020 campaign, discusses the U.S. Senate race. According to the polls, the race between Rep. James Talarico and AG Ken Paxton is at a dead heat. "You have this group of people who are unaligned, like they're not necessarily Republican, and maybe that not necessarily Democrat, but they tend to default when they get into those voting booths to Republican, unless there's a reason not to."
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DeSoto football standout prepares for Texas Tech amid NIL era
Rod Baker says his son, SaRod Baker, is part of a football team and a brotherhood. However, he knows his high school senior has something special.
Paige Bueckers scores 22 points as Wings hand Tempo 10th straight loss, 94-88
Paige Bueckers scored all 22 of her points in the second half, and the Dallas Wings beat Toronto 94-88, handing the expansion Tempo their 10th consecutive loss.
How to watch the 2026 Dallas Cowboys preseason games
The broadcasts for the three tune-up games will cause regular CBS programming to move to KTXA 21.
CBS Sports has no timeline for Tony Romo's return after arrest
CBS Sports says it has no timeline for a decision on Romo, who is on indefinite leave following his July arrest. Meanwhile, JJ Watt is stepping in.
High school football player finds venomous snake inside helmet he was wearing
The Maumelle High football player wore the helmet for nearly an hour and was fortunate he wasn't bitten, animal services director Chris Davis said.
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Eat See Play: Mozzarella Company
Stop in to buy some tasty artisan cheeses or learn how to make it yourself at the Mozzarella Company!
Eat See Play: Happy Ski School
Skiing in North Texas...who knew? From summer camps to date nights, hit the slopes at Happy Ski School.
Eat See Play: Activate Games
Get your adrenaline flowing at Activate! See how you can beat the heat at this indoor playground that will test your mental and physical strength.
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Watch live: Fort Worth ISD superintendent shares outlook amid state takeover
Dr. Peter Licata was appointed by the TEA, along with a board of managers, to replace the elected school board this past year.
Golfer Jessica Bang, 18, dies while preparing for tournament in Thailand
Jessica Bang collapsed on Aug. 1 as she was preparing in Thailand for a tournament and was transported to a hospital in Bangkok.
Walmart tomato soup kits recalled over Listeria risk, FDA says
The 14oz soup kits were distributed at Walmart stores in 29 states between June 30 and July 7, according to the FDA.
TEA releases school district reports cards; Fort Worth ISD shows some improvement
Austin ISD had two schools score their fifth consecutive failing grade, triggering a potential state takeover.
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in federal case, admits to shooting Brian Thompson
Luigi Mangione entered a guilty plea in his federal case at a court appearance in Manhattan Friday morning.
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Prosper PD reverses discipline for detectives who reported affair
The reversal comes just weeks after an I-Team investigation showed contention over the disciplinary process.
Even after a kidnapper's life sentence, hunt for more victims continues
A phone call from jail raised further suspicions that Carney targeted other girls.
She stopped a predatory ice cream man. Now, she helped convict him.
More than 40 years after helping catch an ice cream truck driver who exposed himself to her, an Oklahoma woman testified against him in a Texas trial, helping secure a life sentence.
How genetic genealogy solved two North Texas child abductions
In 1991, a Plano girl was kidnapped and sexually assaulted. The same thing happened 8 years later in Dallas. Investigators found the same DNA on both victims.
Two girls, kidnapped 8 years apart, waited decades to learn who did it
Ashley Keith sat down with CBS News Texas for an exclusive interview, her first ever about her 1991 kidnapping.
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USS Washington aircraft carrier heads to Middle East to replace USS Lincoln
The USS George Washington aircraft carrier departed Vietnam last week and is headed to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, according to a U.S. official.
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Trump says U.S. warship's 9-month deployment "not nearly long enough"
The USS Abraham Lincoln has been deployed for almost nine months and is expected to be replaced in the Middle East.
Kennedy Center board votes to restore Trump's name on building
The Kennedy Center's board of trustees voted to add President Trump's name to the facade of the performing arts center, more than two months after a judge ordered its removal, according to a Democrat who sits on the center's board.
DOJ leaves in place ruling that deregulates silencers, shotguns
A Texas judge earlier this month issued a ruling that deregulated silencers, shotguns and certain rifles.
Tehran says Strait of Hormuz "under Iran's control" after Trump threat
Tehran has asserted that the Strait of Hormuz is "under Iran's control and management" after President Trump said the U.S. might "keep it."
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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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Social Security adds 14 conditions to fast-track disability list
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
Nearly 30,000 pounds of imported beef sold in Texas, Florida recalled
The notice from a U.S. government agency does not indicate in which stores the beef was sold.
Some meat products with jalapeños may be linked to salmonella outbreak, USDA says
Federal officials issued a public health alert for meat products containing jalapeños that may be linked to a salmonella outbreak that has sickened hundreds of people across at least 27 states.
Hunter Biden says his father's cancer has spread
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
FTC sues Hims & Hers, alleging it shared health data with Meta, Snap
Telehealth platform disclosed users' "most private" health info and locked consumers into subscriptions, regulators allege.
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Plano City Council votes to put Dallas Stars arena funding plan on November ballot
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
Mary Kay brings iconic pink tradition to Fort Worth while thriving in the digital age
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
The Hub in Allen closes for renovation and rebrand
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
AI revolution arrives in North Texas: Nvidia and Wistron launch plant in Fort Worth
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
Arlington estimates $160 million of economic impact from the FIFA World Cup so far
Mayor Jim Ross said hotel revenue in the city was a record $31 million in June, smashing the previous mark of $23 million.
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DeSoto football standout prepares for Texas Tech amid NIL era
Rod Baker says his son, SaRod Baker, is part of a football team and a brotherhood. However, he knows his high school senior has something special.
Paige Bueckers scores 22 points as Wings hand Tempo 10th straight loss, 94-88
Paige Bueckers scored all 22 of her points in the second half, and the Dallas Wings beat Toronto 94-88, handing the expansion Tempo their 10th consecutive loss.
How to watch the 2026 Dallas Cowboys preseason games
The broadcasts for the three tune-up games will cause regular CBS programming to move to KTXA 21.
CBS Sports has no timeline for Tony Romo's return after arrest
CBS Sports says it has no timeline for a decision on Romo, who is on indefinite leave following his July arrest. Meanwhile, JJ Watt is stepping in.
High school football player finds venomous snake inside helmet he was wearing
The Maumelle High football player wore the helmet for nearly an hour and was fortunate he wasn't bitten, animal services director Chris Davis said.
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Ariana Grande pulls out of musical over "endless, ongoing public scrutiny"
Ariana Grande had been due to star alongside her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey in a production of "Sunday in the Park with George" in 2027.
Vincent Pastore, famous for his role in "The Sopranos," dies at 80
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
Netflix sued for allegedly losing unreleased Nicolas Cage movie
A lawsuit alleges that a drive storing a $45 million spy film starring Nicolas Cage was "stolen right off a Netflix desk."
Singer-songwriter Glen Hansard killed in motorcycle crash
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
Actor Jared Leto accused of criminal sexual conduct by 4 women
Four women say Hollywood star Jared Leto committed sexual crimes against them when they were teenagers, in interviews with the BBC.
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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.
