Powerful Plano house explosion sends debris flying, damages home next door
Those who live in the surrounding homes spent much of Thursday cleaning up the broken glass and wood pieces that ended up in their yards.
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Mesquite Man Killed In Oxygen Equipment Explosion That Sparked Apartment Fire, Injured Firefighter
One person is dead and a firefighter has been injured in a late-night blast and apartment fire in Mesquite.
Woman Living Across From Arlington Townhomes Grateful She Wasn't Home During Explosion
A woman who lives across the street from where an explosion happened early New Year's Day in Arlington is grateful to be safe.
Video Shows Arlington Townhome Explosion
CBS 11 viewer Liz Weaver sent in a video she captured from her surveillance camera as well as photos from the day after.
'We Heard A Big Boom' Explosion Destroys North Arlington Townhome
An explosion has destroyed a two-story townhome under construction in far North Arlington.
Report Says Poor Planning Led To Pipeline Blast That Killed 5 On Texas Shipping Channel
Inadequate communication, planning, and risk management by a dredge operator likely led to the cutting of a propane pipeline and an explosion that killed five people in Texas.
Oh Poop! Suspects Wanted For Arson In Southlake After Blowing Up Porta Potty With Fireworks
Southlake DPS said it happened on Thursday, Nov. 18 around 7:45 p.m. at 1371 Brumlow Avenue.
Tyler's Greenberg Smoked Turkeys Up And Running Following Last Year's Processing Plant Fire
The multi-million dollar rebuild protected the legacy of not just a Tyler business, but also holiday staple for more than 200,000 families across the country.
Some Tenants Say Conditions At Dallas' Highland Hills Apartments Still Unlivable Following Explosion
The same week Dallas Police made an arrest Highland Hills Apartments explosion, tenants said they were told they could move back into their units.
'Appreciate What You Have': Residents Briefly Return To Dallas Apartment Complex Following Explosion
About 250 Dallas residents are still displaced after the gas explosion last week at an Oak Cliff apartment complex.
3 Dallas Firefighters Hospitalized After Apartment Blast Upgraded From 'Critical' To 'Serious' Condition
"All three continue to make progress with their respective injuries," Dallas Fire-Rescue spokesman Jason Evans said Monday.
Families Affected By Dallas Gas Explosion Receive Helping Hand From Community
Families devastated by Wednesday's tragic and bizarre explosion at an Oak Cliff apartment complex collected free food and water at Mount Tabor Baptist Church Saturday.
'It Threw Me Back Up The Stairs': Dallas Apartment Residents Describe Moments During Explosion
As the investigation into what happened at the Highland Hills apartment complex Wednesday, Sept. 29, got underway, residents who were inside told CBS 11 was they saw and heard inside.
4 Firefighters, 4 Civilians Injured In Natural Gas Explosion At Dallas Apartment Complex
Officials with Dallas Fire-Rescue have confirmed that four firefighters and four civilians were injured in a natural gas explosion at an apartment complex.
No Injuries Reported After Propane Tank Explosion At Texas Motor Speedway
No injuries were reported after a vendor's propane tank exploded at Texas Motor Speedway Saturday.
Lanes Of Interstate 635 In Mesquite Shutdown After Tractor-Trailer Crash, Explosion
The northbound lanes of Interstate 635 in Mesquite were shutdown Thursday morning and remained closed by the lunch hour. This after the crash and explosion of a semi tractor-trailer.
Firefly Aerospace Rocket Explodes After California Liftoff
A rocket launched by Firefly Aerospace, the latest entrant in the New Space sector, exploded minutes after lifting off from the central California coast on Thursday, officials said.
2 Killed, 2 Injured In Natural Gas Explosion In Collin County
Two people were killed and multiple people injured in a natural gas explosion off FM 2756 near Texas 78 in Collin County on Monday,
Man Arrested For Bedford Explosion Was Out Of Jail After Previous Explosives Arrest
Nicholas Nelson was arrested in connection to an explosion in Bedford this week. He had been jailed and released in February for possessing components of an explosive in Hurst.
Bedford Police Investigating After Explosion Under Small Bridge, Suspect Arrested
Overnight investigators tracked down and detained a suspect in an explosion that shut down a bridge in Bedford on April 7.
SpaceX Starship Flips & Lands In Texas Upright, But Then Explodes On Landing Pad
The landing of a SpaceX Starship prototype rocket appeared to be textbook when it touched down in Texas on March 3, but then it exploded on the landing pad.
Fire & Explosion In Texas After 18-Wheeler Carrying Gasoline Collides With Train
Officials are still trying to clean up damage and debris from a large explosion and fire in Cameron, Texas that happened after a train and 18-wheeler collided on FM 2095.
7 Injured After Oil Storage Tank Explodes In Corpus Christi
Seven contractors were injured, four critically, when a storage tank at a petroleum facility in Texas exploded after catching fire Saturday morning, according to fire officials.
Greenberg Turkeys Refunding Seasonal Orders After Fire And Believed Explosion At Texas Plant
Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner for thousands of people will have to change after a fire at the Greenberg Smoked Turkeys meat processing plant in Texas.
2 Injured After Gas Line Explosion Near Highland Park High School
Two people were injured after a gas line explosion near Highland Park High School Saturday morning, officials said.
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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.
Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD to start charging for meals at schools
The school district said that COVID-19 funding that allowed schools to serve free meals for all students was not authorized to continue during the 2022-2023 school year.
2 homes in Frisco catch on fire during severe weather
We needed the rain, but two families in Frisco are wishing Wednesday's storms didn't also include lightning that's believed to have cause fires which destroyed their homes.
Oak Cliff principal's rap video goes viral on Instagram
A video that was produced exclusively for a Dallas ISD school in Oak Cliff is making its rounds on social media.
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.
Migrants bused to New York and D.C. caught in political battle
The Texas governor has bused thousands of migrants to New York City and Washington, D.C., since April.
Gardening 101: Industrial Composting
Composting should be considered a civic duty as well as a gift to your garden or landscape.
Dallas city council passes reproductive rights resolution
The city joins Denton and Austin, who have already passed similar resolutions.
Some of the biggest checks in college sports going to players in North Texas
Since these groups aren't directly affiliated with the university, they can pick and choose which players and teams they want to support.
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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.
Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD to start charging for meals at schools
The school district said that COVID-19 funding that allowed schools to serve free meals for all students was not authorized to continue during the 2022-2023 school year.
2 homes in Frisco catch on fire during severe weather
We needed the rain, but two families in Frisco are wishing Wednesday's storms didn't also include lightning that's believed to have cause fires which destroyed their homes.
Oak Cliff principal's rap video goes viral on Instagram
A video that was produced exclusively for a Dallas ISD school in Oak Cliff is making its rounds on social media.
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.
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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 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.
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.
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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.
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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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67-day dry spell ended on Wednesday with much needed rain
The chance of rain continues on Thursday and Friday!
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.
2 homes in Frisco catch on fire during severe weather
We needed the rain, but two families in Frisco are wishing Wednesday's storms didn't also include lightning that's believed to have cause fires which destroyed their homes.
Rain continues to move through North Texas this evening
Some storms briefly reached severe limits earlier, but right now it's all just much needed rain.
Oak Cliff principal's rap video goes viral on Instagram
A video that was produced exclusively for a Dallas ISD school in Oak Cliff is making its rounds on social media.
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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.
