Jobless claims at 8-month high as layoffs edge higher
Although the labor market is slowing, businesses around the U.S. still have millions of job openings. .
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Amazon Looking To Hire 11K+ Workers In DFW, With An Average $18+ Per Hour Salary
Amazon says it is planning to hire some 125,000 delivery and warehouse workers nationwide -- paying the new employees an average of $18 an hour.
Dallas Fed: Texas 'Jobs Rebounded Strongly In March'
Based on the forecast, 816,400 jobs will be added in the state this year, and employment in December 2021 will be 13.2 million, the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas said.
Now Hiring: Texas Live! In Arlington Looking For Hundreds Of New Employees
With entertainment venues opening up and crowds returning, Texas Live in Arlington says they now have a need to hire hundreds of employees.
Now Hiring: Mouser Electronics Hiring For Dozens Of Positions
Mouser Electronics is a global electronics component distributor in Mansfield.
Now Hiring: Cook Children's Medical Center Looking For 150 New Employees
Cook Children's Medical Center in Fort Worth is on hiring blitz and they are looking to hire 150 new people.
State Fair Of Texas Holding Virtual Workshops, Job Fair For Seasonal Workers & Unemployed
To help the workforce that sustains it, the State Fair of Texas is trying something new – a virtual job fair.
FedEx Set To Hire 1400 Seasonal Workers At Locations Across North Texas
In preparation for the upcoming holiday season, officials with FedEx say they plan to hire more than 1,400 workers at their facilities across North Texas.
Texas Could Mandate A COVID-19 Vaccine But It's More Likely Your Employer Will
According to the Congressional Research Service, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that states have the "authority to require mandatory vaccinations."
Now Hiring: DFW Area Boots And Western Wear Company Branching Out
Tecovas is looking to hire a store manager with experience for their Dallas location and fill several other jobs in sales associate and assistant manager roles.
Now Hiring: Compliance Restoration And Roofing Searching For New Employees With Wide Range Of Experience
"We are looking for sales people with experience in roofing, but we would also like to train people who have been in the service industry."
Looking For Work? McDonald's Delivers 1,800 Jobs To North Texas
McDonald's restaurants are expecting to hire approximately 260,000 restaurant employees this summer, including 1,800 in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Now Hiring: PrideStaff Looking To Add Dozens In DFW
PrideStaff is a national staffing organization that focuses on recruiting and retaining clerical, corporate and administrative employees for clients.
Now Hiring: Landscaping Company Expanding To Keep Up With Demand
Colleyville-based Unique Landscaping says they have been so busy they need to add about a dozen workers.
Now Hiring: Comerica Looking To Add Dozens Of Employees In DFW Area
"Jobs range from our jobs in retail banking centers our commercial underwriting unit, and also within our business bank."
Now Hiring: QuikTrip Looking To Add Assistant Managers, Associates
Convenience store chain QuikTrip is hiring at many of their 152 locations across the DFW region according to company leaders.
Now Hiring: Sunrise Plumbing Wants To Add Full-Timers
During recent stay at home orders demand has spiked across DFW for plumbing services according to those in the trade.
Now Hiring: Eco Roof And Solar Looking To Hire Dozens Of People
"We do roofing. We do roof and solar, and everything from storm damage to new builds, new construction..."
Now Hiring: SAS Retail Services Looking To Add 300 Employees In DFW
SAS Retail Services is a company that provides associates to stock shelves, put products on display and move products inside stores.
Now Hiring: High Tech Company Looking For Engineers In North Texas
Supply chain solutions company Dematic is based out of Atlanta with a presence in North Texas, and they have a need for dozens of new employees.
Dallas Area Restaurants Reopen To Less Than Booming Business: 'It's So New Just Starting Out'
While it's a day so many North Texans have waited for, the response didn't necessarily reflect that.
Now Hiring: Securitas Security Services Looking To Fill 1,500 Positions In DFW Area
The pandemic restrictions have created many needs for their services and they need to fill about 1,500 jobs in our area quickly.
Now Hiring: Plano-Based Keurig Dr Pepper Looking To Hire 100 In DFW Area
"Primarily what we are looking for are loaders, fork lift operators, drivers to deliver products, merchandisers to shock shelves and in our manufacturing facility."
Emmitt Smith Joins Forces With The Dallas Chamber To Help North Texas Workers Find Jobs
The Dallas Regional Chamber has started a new initiative to connect workers displaced by the COVID-19 crisis to thousands of available jobs and they've brought on former Dallas Cowboy Emmitt Smith to help.
Now Hiring: Sonic Drive-In Looking To Bring On 400+ New DFW Area Employees
Sonic Drive-In restaurants are "Now Hiring" and they are hoping to offer jobs and relief to the many who have lost their source of income during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Yaser Said found guilty of capital murder in deaths of his two daughters
65-year-old Yaser Said has been found guilty of capital murder in the deaths of his two daughters.
Fort Worth ISD's safety and security teams prepare for the upcoming school year
The district's safety and security team said they've been busy over the summer looking at doors and locks, cameras, fire alarms, intercoms and PA systems.
Yaser Said faces automatic life sentence in prison after saying he didn't kill his 2 daughters
A Dallas County jury took about three hours to find Yaser Said guilty of murdering his two daughters, Amina and Sarah.
Dallas County Health and Human Services helps those who can't pay high electric bills
You may have noticed an increase in your electric and/or water bill lately. Many people have and are turning to Dallas County Health and Human Services for help.
City of Fort Worth new budget includes spending more on safety and cleanliness
With a boost in revenue from soaring property values, Fort Worth plans to spend more next year to keep the city "safe and clean."
Dallas neighborhood demands change after string of cars slamming into houses
A group of Dallas neighbors are demanding change after a string of vehicles have plowed into their property.
Fort Worth ISD reminds parents they must apply for free school meals this year
For the past two years every student who went to a public school in North Texas ate for free, but that's no longer the case.
Dallas salon shooting suspect indicted by grand jury
A grand jury has returned seven indictments of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon for Jeremy Smith, in connection to a hair salon shooting in May.
1 dead, another woman injured in East Texas head-on collision
A head-on collision on Aug. 8 left one woman dead and another injured 1.5 miles south of Chandler in Henderson County.
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Yaser Said found guilty of capital murder in deaths of his two daughters
65-year-old Yaser Said has been found guilty of capital murder in the deaths of his two daughters.
Fort Worth ISD's safety and security teams prepare for the upcoming school year
The district's safety and security team said they've been busy over the summer looking at doors and locks, cameras, fire alarms, intercoms and PA systems.
Yaser Said faces automatic life sentence in prison after saying he didn't kill his 2 daughters
A Dallas County jury took about three hours to find Yaser Said guilty of murdering his two daughters, Amina and Sarah.
Dallas County Health and Human Services helps those who can't pay high electric bills
You may have noticed an increase in your electric and/or water bill lately. Many people have and are turning to Dallas County Health and Human Services for help.
City of Fort Worth new budget includes spending more on safety and cleanliness
With a boost in revenue from soaring property values, Fort Worth plans to spend more next year to keep the city "safe and clean."
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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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Trump says Mar-a-Lago was "raided" by FBI
Two sources confirmed to CBS News that the search warrant was connected to White House records.
Senate passes climate, health and tax bill in major win for Democrats
The bill's passage is a significant achievement for Democrats as they look to maintain their hold on Congress in the November midterm elections.
Republicans block $35 cap on price of insulin from Senate bill
Seven Republicans voted to allow the insulin cap in the legislation, but it failed to reach the 60-vote threshold needed to include it.
Biden tests negative for COVID-19 after weeklong rebound infection
But the president "will continue his strict isolation measures pending a second negative test," White House physician Dr. Kevin O'Connor said.
Jack Fink's one-on-one with Sen. Ted Cruz at CPAC
CBS 11 political reporter Jack Fink talks to Sen. Ted Cruz about the Inflation Reduction Act, the November election and the Uvalde investigation
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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?
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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.
Banana Boat spray sunscreens sold nationwide recalled over carcinogen
No injuries or deaths related to the products have been reported, the company said.
WHO declares monkeypox a global emergency
The World Health Organization says the expanding monkeypox outbreak in more than 70 countries is an "extraordinary" situation that now qualifies as a global emergency.
North Texan says monkeypox pain is 'probably one of the worst things I've ever been through'
Monkeypox cases in North Texas on are the rise.
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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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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.
Orioles win 6-3 for 1st-ever season series sweep of Rangers
Jonah Heim and Marcus Semien homered for Texas, which lost its seventh consecutive home game and dropped a season-worst 12 games under .500 at 46-58 overall.
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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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Chance of scattered showers throughout Wednesday
Temperatures remain below 100 degrees!
Fort Worth ISD's safety and security teams prepare for the upcoming school year
The district's safety and security team said they've been busy over the summer looking at doors and locks, cameras, fire alarms, intercoms and PA systems.
Yaser Said faces automatic life sentence in prison after saying he didn't kill his 2 daughters
A Dallas County jury took about three hours to find Yaser Said guilty of murdering his two daughters, Amina and Sarah.
Andy Adler answers your questions about the upcoming Cowboys season
You submitted your questions about the Cowboys, now CBS 11 sports anchor Andy Adler is answering them.
Top Stories in Dallas - Fort Worth, Aug. 9
Tuesday Evening's Top Stories: A guilty verdict in the Yaser Said case, a grand jury has handed down seven indictments for the man accused of shooting inside a Dallas hair salon and a boil water notice has been issued for Kemp.
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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.
