Ford issues 3 recalls including one for engine fire risk
The company says fires can happen even while the engines are off and is recommending that they be parked outdoors.
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At least 8 families displaced in overnight Dallas apartment fire
At least eight families were left without a place to stay after an apartment complex in northeast Dallas caught fire overnight on April 16, 2022.
At least 8 families displaced in overnight Dallas apartment fire
Some had to jump from first or second story windows in order to get out safely. One person was hospitalized for smoke inhalation, but was otherwise fine.
2 Dallas firefighters hurt, residents displaced by 5-alarm fire at senior apartments
Two firefighters have been injured but so far all of the tenants, many of them elderly, made it out unharmed.
Crews contain large structure fire in East Fort Worth
Fire crews responded to a large structure fire in Fort Worth on Avenue G near Rosedale and Miller on April 7.
Fire At North Texas Pallet Yard Expected To Burns For Days
Fire At North Texas Pallet Yard Expected To Burns For Days
Skies Darken In DFW As Smoke Drifts North From Crittenburg Fire
If you think the sky in DFW looks darker than usual and catch a whiff of smoke in the air, don't worry; it's not just your imagination.
Burn Bans In Place Across Parts Of Texas As Fire Danger Rises
As fires continue to rage across Texas, including Palo Pinto and Parker Counties, burn bans are in place to prevent even more people from losing their homes through no fault of their own.
Fire in Spring? How Did We Get Here?
The wettest months of the year are in Spring. Instead, here in late March, it is all about the critical fire danger north Texas is facing. How did we get here?
Multiple Wildfires Reignite Across North Texas
City of Early Police announced on social media this evening that last week's Blanket fire has reignited, sharing harrowing video of the blaze.
Crews Make Progress Against Texas Wildfires, But Danger Continues This Weekend
Crews are making significant inroads against the Veal, BigL, and Eastland Complex fires but warn weather conditions this weekend will be ripe for another breakout.
Firefighters Rescue Person Trapped Inside Burning Apartment
One person was rescued after a two alarm apartment fire in Hurst this morning, March 25.
Fire Officials Give Tips On Being Prepared For Wildfires
Texas A&M officials say certain steps can be taken to help protect to your property.
Arrest Made In Connection With Fire That Scorched Multiple Structures In Ranger
Ranger Police have arrested a man suspected of starting a fire that engulfed several buildings in Ranger last week.
Fire Breaks Out At Downtown Dallas High Rise
Dallas firefighters were able to put out a fire coming from the top floor of a 25-story high-rise with minimal damage to any of the units.
Crews Respond To 3-Alarm Structure Fire In North Dallas
Dallas Fire-Rescue crews responded to a three-alarm fire at a commercial structure on Mar. 10.
Pool House At Arlington Apartment Complex Catches Fire
Being right next to the water didn't stop an Arlington apartment complex's pool house from going up in flames on Mar. 5.
Dallas Firefighters Battle Blaze At Shopping Center Near White Rock Lake
Dallas firefighters are battling a fire at a strip shopping center near White Rock Lake.
Additional State Resources Activated Amid Increased Fire Weather Conditions Across Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to activate additional state resources in response to critical fire weather conditions across Texas.
No One Injured During Fire At Apartments On Rainier Street In Irving
No one was injured during a structure fire at 4312 Rainier Street the morning of Feb. 2.
Residents Treated For Smoke Inhalation After 2-Alarm East Fort Worth Apartment Fire
Two people were treated for smoke inhalation after a 2-alarm morning apartment fire in Fort Worth.
Massive Housefire In Celina Destroys 2 Homes Under Construction
Celina firefighters managed to contain a large fire before it could spread very far after multiple homes under construction went up in flames on Sunday, January 30.
Fort Worth Firefighters Save 7 People Trapped Inside Burning Home
Fort Worth Firefighters saved seven people from a burning home in the early hours of Jan. 27.
Aledo ISD Administrators Closes Middle School After Fire, Smoke Damages Building
Smoke damage on one North Texas school campus has resulted in a cancellation of classes.
AC Unit Malfunction Sparks 2-Alarm Fire At Sterling Hotel In Northwest Dallas
The fire broke out at 12:42 a.m. at the Sterling Hotel, located at 1055 Regal Row in Northwest Dallas.
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Texas born WNBA player Brittney Griner pleads guilty in Russia drugs trial
Russian news agencies say jailed Houston-born WNBA player Brittney Griner has pleaded guilty to drug possession and smuggling charges during her trial in Moscow.
Dallas homicide detectives searching for Deandre Hamilton, 18
Have you seen Deandre Hamilton? Dallas police need your help finding him.
Previously deported, convicted rapist arrested after entering U.S. illegally
U.S. Border Patrol agents arrested a Guatemalan national previously convicted of rape in Louisiana in 2019 after he crossed into Texas from Mexico illegally on July 2.
Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery holds dedication of Chosin Few monument
The monument honors those who fought and died during the Battle of Chosin, a two-week-long conflict in 1950 during the Korean War.
Report from ALERRT Center reveals more details about Uvalde school shooting, police response
In a report done by the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) Center, officials identified three missed opportunities to slow or stop the Uvalde school shooter.
First responders prepare themselves and others for soaring temperatures
Soaring temperatures will linger around for the time being, which puts stress on our first responders as they are receiving hundreds of calls for heat-related illnesses putting some people in the hospital.
Orioles complete 3-game sweep of Rangers with 2-1 win
The Baltimore Orioles beat Texas Rangers 2-1 on Wednesday night for their first three-game sweep of the season.
Texas lawmakers discuss their ideas on how state should respond to Uvalde school shooting
Amid the state and federal investigations and Texas legislative committee hearings into the deadly mass shooting in Uvalde, some lawmakers are discussing their ideas on how the state should respond.
Former Cowboy Greg Ellis named head football coach at Southwestern Assemblies of God University
Former Cowboys Defensive End Greg Ellis is the new head football coach at Southwestern Assemblies of God University in Waxahachie.
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Texas born WNBA player Brittney Griner pleads guilty in Russia drugs trial
Russian news agencies say jailed Houston-born WNBA player Brittney Griner has pleaded guilty to drug possession and smuggling charges during her trial in Moscow.
Dallas homicide detectives searching for Deandre Hamilton, 18
Have you seen Deandre Hamilton? Dallas police need your help finding him.
Previously deported, convicted rapist arrested after entering U.S. illegally
U.S. Border Patrol agents arrested a Guatemalan national previously convicted of rape in Louisiana in 2019 after he crossed into Texas from Mexico illegally on July 2.
Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery holds dedication of Chosin Few monument
The monument honors those who fought and died during the Battle of Chosin, a two-week-long conflict in 1950 during the Korean War.
Report from ALERRT Center reveals more details about Uvalde school shooting, police response
In a report done by the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) Center, officials identified three missed opportunities to slow or stop the Uvalde school shooter.
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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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State Rep. Rhetta Bowers on next steps following committee hearings over Uvalde shooting
Jack talks with State Rep. Rhetta Bowers (D - Garland) on what she says the next steps will be following committee hearings over the Uvalde school shooting.
Report: Justice Department probing Texas' multibillion-dollar border mission
The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating potential civil rights violations in Texas' multibillion-dollar border security mission.
Eye On Politics: June 30, 2022
This week's Eye On Politics focuses on a new CBS News/YouGov poll surveying Texans on a variety of subjects including gun control, immigration, and the upcoming gubernatorial election.
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CBS News Poll: Texans think their state is better than most, but some think it's change for the worse
Most Texans take pride in their state, with three in 10 saying it's better than most other states, and another three in 10 who think it's the best state in the country to live in.
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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?
Jungle Jumparoo toy recalled for violating federal lead content ban
The recalled toys were sold online at Amazon, Bed Bath and Beyond, Fun and Function, JungleJump, The Grommet Flaghouse, and Wayfair.
Gas prices across Texas break new records overnight
Brace yourself! According to AAA, the current price per gallon in the Lone Star State is $4.34... but it's higher in DFW.
'Great Reshuffling' played huge role in pushing home prices up
Researchers found that cities that already had a large share of remote workers before the pandemic tended to attract even more after the pandemic shutdowns.
AAA says gas prices are record breaking this Memorial Day weekend
As we head into Memorial Day weekend, experts say it's best to get out the door early, and if you can't, you can end up doubling your travel time.
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Man infected with monkeypox attended Daddyland Festival in Dallas
Health officials reported the first locally transmitted case of the monkeypox virus in Dallas after a man who attended the Daddyland Festival tested positive.
Resource: Various types of birth control, costs, methods
Abortion services may no longer be an option for most women in Texas, but they still have access to a range of birth control and reproductive health care services.
Shifting abortion laws cause confusion for patients, clinics
The legal wrangling is almost certain to continue to cause chaos for Americans seeking abortions in the near future.
State and local health departments say monkeypox is being spread within Texas
There have been a total of 12 monkeypox cases identified in Texas residents. Three of those patients said they did not travel out of state when they were exposed to monkeypox.
Confusion, fear despite judge blocking Texas abortion ban
For rape survivors, to a woman recently diagnosed with advanced cancer and in her first trimester, the fear is real.
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Feds propose $400K in fines after worker allegedly injured at Sulphur Springs concrete plant
According to a US Department of Labor spokesperson, on January 3, 2022, a worker at Armorock LLC's Sulphur Springs facility was seriously injured after being struck by a large mold.
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?
Jungle Jumparoo toy recalled for violating federal lead content ban
The recalled toys were sold online at Amazon, Bed Bath and Beyond, Fun and Function, JungleJump, The Grommet Flaghouse, and Wayfair.
American Airlines gives rosier outlook for summer revenue
American said revenue per seat will jump by up to 22% compared with 2019, easily beating an earlier forecast of up 14% to 16%.
Gas prices across Texas break new records overnight
Brace yourself! According to AAA, the current price per gallon in the Lone Star State is $4.34... but it's higher in DFW.
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Texas born WNBA player Brittney Griner pleads guilty in Russia drugs trial
Russian news agencies say jailed Houston-born WNBA player Brittney Griner has pleaded guilty to drug possession and smuggling charges during her trial in Moscow.
Former Cowboy Greg Ellis named head football coach at Southwestern Assemblies of God University
Former Cowboys Defensive End Greg Ellis is the new head football coach at Southwestern Assemblies of God University in Waxahachie.
Fastest boy in the country to attend college with no track team
The teen is set to attend SMU this fall on a football scholarship.
Griner sends letter to President Biden pleading for his help
Brittney Griner has made an appeal to President Joe Biden in a letter passed to the White House through her representatives saying she feared she might never return home and asking that he not "forget about me and the other American Detainees."
Cowboys help teen's dream come true with new prosthetics
"I always had a dream that I could run, jump, and play with friends and family," 14-year-old Lilly Biagini said. "Today is a dream come true."
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"The Challenge: USA" premieres July 6 on CBS
The new show features former competitors from "Survivor," "Big Brother," "The Amazing Race" and "Love Island."
Charges against Dallas rapper Yella Beezy dismissed
Two charges of sexual assault and child endangerment or abandonment against Dallas rapper Yella Beezy were dismissed.
Tony Awards 2022: Complete list of nominees and winners
Jennifer Hudson, who produced the Best Musical winner "A Strange Loop," became the 17th ever EGOT winner.
Country music singer Toby Keith announces he has stomach cancer
Keith, an eight-time Country Music Awards winner, delivered the news to his fans on his Instagram page on Sunday, emphasizing that he is going to take a break from performing to spend more time with his family.
New statue in McKinney will commemorate 50th anniversary of 'Benji'
McKinney has signed a contract for a statue that will commemorate the upcoming 50th anniversary of the movie "Benji."
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Your Thursday Morning Headlines, July 7th, 2022
Heat-related water break in Keller now fixed, First locally transmitted Monkeypox case in Dallas, COVID threat level increases in North Texas due to new cases, Arlington firefighter's family files lawsuit against Cancun resort, Texas abortion provider moving to New Mexico, Richardson aquatic center opening weekends
Today marks 6 years since 7/7 ambush on Dallas officers
Six years ago today, five officers were gunned down in downtown Dallas.
Thursday weather update: Sunny to partly cloudy, hot
Sunny to partly cloudy. Hot. High 103F. Winds S at 10 to 15 mph.
Much hotter weather is ahead for North Texas
Friday will be a First Alert Weather Day!
Report from ALERRT Center reveals more details about Uvalde school shooting, police response
In a report done by the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) Center, officials identified three missed opportunities to slow or stop the Uvalde school shooter.
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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.
