Department of Justice appeals ruling against masks
The DOJ announced it will proceed with an appeal in the case in which a judge ruled against a mask order for indoor public transit.
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TSA Extends Face Mask Requirement For Public Transit Through April 18
The TSA announced on Mar. 18 that the face mask requirement for anyone using public transit systems - including DART - would be extended through April 18.
AP Source: CDC To Significantly Ease Pandemic Mask Guidelines Friday
The Biden administration will significantly loosen federal mask-wearing guidelines to protect against COVID-19 transmission on Friday, Feb. 25 according to two people familiar with the matter.
Police Locate, Arrest Texas Man Accused Of Stabbing Restaurant Manager After Refusing To Wear Mask
It took months, but police in one Texas city have finally arrested the man they believe stabbed a restaurant manager after being told he needed to wear a face mask.
Governor Greg Abbott Bans Mask Mandates In Texas Public Schools, Public Health, Cities
On May 18 Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued an executive order prohibiting governmental entities in the state from requiring or mandating mask wearing.
DART Extends Face Mask Requirement Through September 13
As face mask recommendations change as more people are vaccinated for COVID, DART announced that it will continue to require that a face mask be worn over the mouth and nose by passengers.
Police: Texas Customer Who Refused To Wear Mask Stabs Fast Food Restaurant Manager
The hunt is on in Texas for a man who allegedly stabbed a restaurant manager several times after he was told to wear a mask inside a Jack in the Box restaurant.
CDC Says Face Masks Can Protect Wearers — Not Just Others
Wearing a face mask doesn't just protect other people from potentially getting infected with the coronavirus, it protects you too, according to updated guidance from the CDC.
How To Vote In North Texas If You Recently Tested Positive For COVID-19
If you or someone you know recently tested positive for coronavirus, you still have the right to vote in-person, it makes no difference if you are sick or in quarantine.
Texas Teacher Fired After Wearing BLM Face Mask
A Texas teacher was fired for continuing to wear a Black Lives Matter face mask after school officials asked her to stop.
Pandemic Can't Keep Masked Big Tex Down In Dallas' Fair Park
He's got a brand new belt buckle, a refurbished hat and an accessory you can't miss, his 7-foot by 4-foot face mask.
Big Tex Preparing To Give A Big 'Howdy Folks!' As The Cowboy Goes Up At The State Fair Of Texas
The the 2020 State Fair of Texas may not be open to all, but Big Tex -- Fair Park's favorite cowboy -- is all dressed up and taking his rightful place today.
'Maskne' Becoming Common Complaint With Face Mask Requirements In Place
"Maskne" is a collection of skin disorders caused by irritation from a mask. And now it's affecting more than football players and frontline workers.
Tarrant County Extends Face Mask Order To Nov. 30
Tarrant County has extended its face mask order for businesses to Nov. 30 as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
Southwest Airlines Removes Boy With Autism And Family From Flight Over Face Mask
Southwest Airlines removed a passenger and her 3-year-old son from a Texas flight Monday after the boy, who has autism, refused to wear a face mask and became upset.
Texans Seeing Dangers Of Coronavirus As Cases In The State Soar Past 500,000
As positive coronavirus cases in Texas soar past 500,000, state officials are redoubling their efforts to get residents to wear masks and practice social distancing.
House Orders Face Mask Mandates After GOP Texas Sen. Louie Gohmert Tests Positive For COVID-19
Speaker Nancy Pelosi and officials at the Capitol issued broad new face covering requirements Wednesday after a Republican member of Congress from Texas tested positive for the coronavirus.
2 Texas Counties Slammed By Coronavirus Surge Bring In Refrigerated Trucks As Morgues Overfill
Two counties in Texas -- Cameron and Hidalgo -- are sharing a large refrigerated trailer to store bodies of coronavirus patients because of a lack of space at the morgues.
COVID-19 Deaths Hit New High In Texas As Governor Abbott Urges The Use Of Face Masks
Two weeks after Republican Governor Greg Abbott ordered most of the state's 30 million residents to wear masks, Texas is still scrambling to contain one of the biggest coronavirus surges in the U.S.
Growing Number Of Texas Sheriffs Refuse To Enforce Governor Abbott's Face Mask Requirement
A growing number of sheriffs in Texas say they are refusing to follow a recent executive order requiring face masks in public. Governor Greg Abbott's mandate aims to slow the spread of coronavirus, as cases in the state soar.
Woman In Fort Worth 7-Eleven Spits On Counter After Being Told She Had To Wear A Face Mask
A woman in North Texas became verbally abusive and even spit on a convenience store counter after being told she would have to wear a face mask in order to make a purchase.
Small Business Owners Navigate Complicated Corona Times, Hope Mask Ordinance Helps
Tarrant County business owners who spoke to CBS 11 News say they support the new mask requirement, even if customers don't.
Face Mask Mandate Goes Into Effect For Tarrant County On Friday, 'If You Leave The House - Wear A Mask!'
A face mask ordinance for all of Tarrant County was announced this morning as the county reached its second-highest daily count of new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday.
Burleson Mayor Ken Shetter Describes 'Culture War,' Defends Essential Workers Berated For Wearing Masks
Describing a "culture war" he didn't even know existed, Burleson Mayor Ken Shetter came to the defense of essential workers he said were "accosted and berated," for simply wearing a mask.
Sources: Mask Ordinance To Be Announced Thursday For Tarrant County
A face mask ordinance for all of Tarrant County is expected to be announced Thursday, sources tell CBS 11 News.
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Texas murderer escaped bus after breaking out of restraints
As Gonzalo Lopez somehow freed himself from his hand and leg restraints, cut through a metal cage and crawled out the bottom.
Series preview: Mavericks vs. Warriors
The Dallas Mavericks are one step away from the NBA Finals, but they have to get through the Golden State Warriors to get there.
Police: 19-year-old man shot, killed at Arlington motel
Police are investigating after a 19-year-old man was shot and killed at a Arlington motel Tuesday evening.
Prison Guard Pleads Guilty to Sexually Abusing Inmates
Luis Curiel, 47, pleaded guilty on May 18 to two counts of sexual abuse of a ward.
CBS Unveils 2022-2023 Primetime Lineup
CBS announced its 2022-2023 primetime programming lineup of CBS Originals, featuring four new dramas, one alternative series, special event programming and 18 returning series. For 2021-2022, the Network finished #1 for the 14th straight season, winning 19 of the past 20 seasons.
US Soccer agrees to pay women's and men's teams equally
The federation announced separate collective bargaining agreements through December 2028 with the unions for both national teams on Wednesday.
Dallas salon shooting suspect said to have fear of Asian Americans
The new charges are for the four other people who were inside Hair World Salon, in Dallas' Koreatown, but were not shot.
As detention extended, State Dept pushes to see Brittney Griner
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says he is working with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to bring Brittney Griner home.
Graduation ceremony live streams
CBS 11 has partnered with Globe Life Field to help celebrate graduating seniors in North Texas.
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Texas murderer escaped bus after breaking out of restraints
As Gonzalo Lopez somehow freed himself from his hand and leg restraints, cut through a metal cage and crawled out the bottom.
Series preview: Mavericks vs. Warriors
The Dallas Mavericks are one step away from the NBA Finals, but they have to get through the Golden State Warriors to get there.
Police: 19-year-old man shot, killed at Arlington motel
Police are investigating after a 19-year-old man was shot and killed at a Arlington motel Tuesday evening.
Prison Guard Pleads Guilty to Sexually Abusing Inmates
Luis Curiel, 47, pleaded guilty on May 18 to two counts of sexual abuse of a ward.
CBS Unveils 2022-2023 Primetime Lineup
CBS announced its 2022-2023 primetime programming lineup of CBS Originals, featuring four new dramas, one alternative series, special event programming and 18 returning series. For 2021-2022, the Network finished #1 for the 14th straight season, winning 19 of the past 20 seasons.
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I-Team: Texas father and son accountants convicted in $6M Ponzi scheme
Dozens of North Texas families found their retirement accounts empty after falling victim to a multi-million-dollar Ponzi scheme.
I-Team Exclusive: Dallas sons reveal what led to arrest in murder of their father
In the group setting, they all agree that no one had given up hope. And they all believe the man recently arrested is "100%" the killer.
North Texas business steps up to help desperate mothers
A North Texas business is stepping up to help desperate mothers across the state after seeing an I-Team investigation.
I-Team Update: Ira Tobolowsky's family reacts to murder arrest
Ira Tobolowsky's sons said investigating their father's murder over the past six years has been a full-time job.
Online car dealer Vroom faces dozens of state violations
Hundreds of car buyers have filed complaints about delays in getting titles and registrations after purchasing a vehicle from the online used car dealer Vroom.
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Homeland Security Chief tours border before asylum limits end
Secretary Alejandro Mayorka visited a remodeled processing center in McAllen, where migrants sat on metal benches and on sleeping mats, as aluminum thermal blankets made rustling noises.
In Texas Governor's race, differences emerge over grid reliability
Republican Greg Abbott and Democrat Beto O'Rourke are split on how to best secure the Texas grid's reliability.
A look at the GOP primary runoff for Texas Attorney General as early voting begins
The political equivalent to a game seven is now underway as early voting began Monday for the Texas primary runoff May 24.
Texas Senator John Cornyn travels to Ukraine, meets with Zelenskyy
Cornyn and the group said their purpose was to let President Zelenskyy know that the US 'stands squarely behind Ukraine.
Court rules for Texas Sen. Ted Cruz in campaign finance case
The justices, in a 6-3 decision, agreed that the somewhat obscure section of the law violates the Constitution.
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ERCOT reassuring Texans that power grid will not fail this summer
The CEO of the power grid operator says they are taking proactive steps and to ensure the grid will hold up.
Baby formula maker Abbott reaches deal, will restart production
Baby formula maker Abbott says it has reached a deal with regulators to restart production at the factory tied to the current shortage.
ERCOT asks Texans to conserve power as demand spikes due to heat
ERCOT is asking Texans to conserve power after six plants unexpectedly went offline.
Rising prices and inflation hit North Texas farmers hard
As inflation continues to soar, local farmers and ranchers are feeling the pinch as the prices continue to grow.
Pediatricians warn against unsafe formula alternatives amid shortage
Pediatricians are warning parents about resorting to unsafe alternatives to baby formula as the shortage continues to cause panic.
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FDA approves Pfizer COVID booster shots for kids 5 to 11
Tuesday's decision means anyone 5 years of age and older is now eligible for at least one COVID booster dose.
Can meditation and mindfulness exercises reduce stress?
Recent survey found more Americans are meditating - and that's a good thing, experts say.
Texas court allows some investigations into families of transgender youth to resume
Texas high court allows state to resume some abuse investigations into gender-confirming care for transgender youth.
TPC Craig Ranch designer Tom Weiskopf gets 'Major' support during cancer battle
Weiskopf's passion (post career) became designing golf courses. He now has around 80 to his name, including TPC Craig Ranch.
How to avoid heat-related illness now that high temps, humidity here to stay
The hot temperatures combined with the humidity is keeping MedStar crews busy in Tarrant County.
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ERCOT reassuring Texans that power grid will not fail this summer
The CEO of the power grid operator says they are taking proactive steps and to ensure the grid will hold up.
Baby formula maker Abbott reaches deal, will restart production
Baby formula maker Abbott says it has reached a deal with regulators to restart production at the factory tied to the current shortage.
ERCOT asks Texans to conserve power as demand spikes due to heat
ERCOT is asking Texans to conserve power after six plants unexpectedly went offline.
After all the hype, Elon Musk's Twitter deal is 'on hold'
Musk has been vocal about his desire to clean up Twitter's problem with "spam bots" that mimic real people and appeared to question whether the company was underreporting them.
Rising prices and inflation hit North Texas farmers hard
As inflation continues to soar, local farmers and ranchers are feeling the pinch as the prices continue to grow.
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Series preview: Mavericks vs. Warriors
The Dallas Mavericks are one step away from the NBA Finals, but they have to get through the Golden State Warriors to get there.
US Soccer agrees to pay women's and men's teams equally
The federation announced separate collective bargaining agreements through December 2028 with the unions for both national teams on Wednesday.
Pickett picks it: One CBS 11 anchor predicted the Mavs success back in April
While many are surprised to see the Mavs in the Western Conference finals, there’s one person here at CBS 11 who predicted the Mavs would be exactly where they are back in April, before the playoffs even started.
After handling Game 7, Mavericks breathe, prepare for Warriors
The Dallas Mavericks are off to the Western Conference finals for the 5th time in franchise history.
Dallas Stars out of playoffs after Game 7 OT loss to Flames
It was a heck of a series for newcomer Jake Oettinger, but the rest of the Dallas Stars couldn't get it together on Sunday.
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CBS Unveils 2022-2023 Primetime Lineup
CBS announced its 2022-2023 primetime programming lineup of CBS Originals, featuring four new dramas, one alternative series, special event programming and 18 returning series. For 2021-2022, the Network finished #1 for the 14th straight season, winning 19 of the past 20 seasons.
Kendrick Lamar's latest music video features iconic North Texas locations
You may recognize a few iconic North Texas locations in Kendrick Lamar's latest music video.
Top U.S. cowgirls ride into North Texas for Women's Rodeo World Championship
Cowgirls from around the country are riding into the Fort Worth and Cowtown Coliseum on May 16 for the Women's Rodeo World Championship.
Mickey Gilley, who helped inspire 'Urban Cowboy,' dies at 86
Country star Mickey Gilley, whose namesake Texas honky-tonk inspired the 1980 film "Urban Cowboy," has died. He was 86.
Dallas-based Bishop David Paul Moten sues Kanye over 'Come to Life' song
Dallas-based Bishop David Paul Moten is suing Kanye West over a sample used in the song "Come to Life" on West's new album "Donda."
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Series preview: Mavericks vs. Warriors
The Dallas Mavericks are one step away from the NBA Finals, but they have to get through the Golden State Warriors to get there.
11AM weather update with Dominic Brown
Quite a bit of afternoon sun and southwest winds turning gusty during the afternoon/evening. Highs in the upper 90s.
Your Wednesday Afternoon Headlines, May 18th, 2022
Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo considered a success after city leaders review new money numbers, That summer road trip is going to cost more due to high gas prices, Rowlett community against rezoning for an industrial park, Mayor Johnson wants more professional sports teams to come to Dallas, Mavs game 1 of the finals tonight in San Francisco, T-Pain changes Dallas show date and venue as a result of fan feedback and safety concerns
Crash on 35E Caught on TXDOT Camera
Watch as a white truck loses control, after apparently suffering a blowout, and slams into toll lane barrier walls multiple times.
Your Wednesday Morning Headlines, May 18th, 2022
Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo considered a success after city leaders review new money numbers, That summer road trip is going to cost more due to high gas prices, Rowlett community against rezoning for an industrial park, Mayor Johnson wants more professional sports teams to come to Dallas, Mavs game 1 of the finals tonight in San Francisco, T-Pain changes Dallas show date and venue as a result of fan feedback and safety concerns
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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.
Community Watching After Wind Topples White Rock Lake Eagles' Nest
The wind robbed Nick and Nora, The White Rock Lake eagles, of their nest and at least one egg. Now, the neighborhood is watching; hoping for the best for the beautiful pair.
North Texans Share Pictures Of Wintry Weather
Send your photos our way using the hashtag #FirstAlertDFW on Twitter and Instagram to be featured on air and on our website!
Nurse Creates Holiday Memories For Hospital's Smallest Patients
In the month leading up to most major holidays, you'll find Kathryn Callahan busy crocheting when not working as a NICU nurse at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth.
