Sen. Cornyn calls Texas AG Paxton's legal woes an 'embarrassment'
AG Ken Paxton has been under state felony indictment since 2015 on securities fraud charges and is separately being investigated by the FBI.
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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.
Senators Cruz, Cornyn Repeated Their Concerns In Questioning Supreme Court Nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson
For a second day, Texas' two U.S. Senators, John Cornyn and Ted Cruz, pressed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson about her judicial and legal records during her Supreme Court confirmation hearing.
Senators Cruz, Cornyn Repeated Their Concerns In Questioning Supreme Court Nominee Ketanji Brown Jac
For a second day, Texas' two U.S. Senators, John Cornyn and Ted Cruz, pressed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson about her judicial and legal records during her Supreme Court Confirmation Hearing.
Border Crisis In Spotlight As Democrat, Republican Lawmakers Take Dueling Trips To Texas
Two separate groups, lead by Texas lawmakers, are traveling to the southern part of the Lone Star State on Friday to spotlight the surge of unaccompanied children crossing the US-Mexico border in recent weeks.
Biden's Executive Actions Questioned By Texas Sen. John Cornyn After Call For Unity During Inauguration Speech
"I did find it a little ironic that on the same day he was talking about unity, he issues I believe it was 17 unilateral executive orders," Sen. John Cornyn told CBS 11 News.
Texas Sen. John Cornyn Wins Fourth Term After Defeating Challenger MJ Hegar
Incumbent U.S. Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) has won a fourth term after defeating Democratic challenger Mary "MJ" Hegar.
US Senate Candidate MJ Hegar Rallies Supporters In North Texas Hours Before Election Day: 'It's 4th And Goal'
The decorated combat veteran has crossed the state during the past couple of days from Houston, Austin, San Antonio and the Rio Grande Valley.
Texas Sen. John Cornyn Calls For Public Hearing On Fort Hood Disappearances, Deaths
U.S. Sen John Cornyn (R-Texas) is calling for a public hearing on the independent review of Fort Hood following the disappearances and deaths of soldiers this year.
Sens. Cornyn, Cruz Urge Trump Administration To Continue Federal Funding Of Testing Sites In Texas
Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz are urging the Trump administration to continue federal funding of community-based testing sites in Texas as funding is expected to end next week.
Texas Sen. John Cornyn To File Bill To Make Juneteenth A Federal Holiday
Texas Sen. John Cornyn announced Thursday that he will be introducing a bill to make Juneteenth a federal holiday.
'Texas Sized Justice': Senate Republicans Unveil Proposed Changes For Police
Senate Republicans unveiled proposed changes to police procedures and accountability Wednesday, aiming for what Sen. John Cornyn calls "Texas sized justice."
Sen. John Cornyn Drafting Bill On Immunity From COVID-19-Related Lawsuits For Businesses, Health Care Workers
Some business owners are worried about reopening due to fear of being sued if a customer later gets diagnosed with COVID-19. Texas Sen. John Cornyn is looking to remove that fear.
Cornyn: Texas To Receive $237M Federal Grant For Coronavirus Response
The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) will receive a $236 million federal grant to aid its response to the coronavirus pandemic. $236,756,360.44 to be exact.
Senator John Cornyn's Victory Speech On Super Tuesday
Senator John Cornyn victory speech for the Republican nomination for Senate in 2020
US Senator John Cornyn Weighs In On Trump Impeachment Before Trial Begins
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-Texas) said Friday there's a better option to dismissing the articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump before the trial begins.
Latina Voting Organizer Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez Enters Race For Cornyn's Senate Seat
The founder of a Latino progressive group in Texas is joining the growing list of Democrats challenging Republican Sen. John Cornyn in 2020.
Leaders Disagree Over Calls For Texas Legislature, Congress To Pass Gun Reform
In the wake of a mass shooting that left 20 dead in El Paso, leaders in Texas continue to disagree on calls for legislature and Congress to pass gun reform laws.
John Cornyn: Fort Worth Alliance Airport To Receive $750K Federal Grant
U.S. Senator John Cornyn announced Monday that the Fort Worth Alliance Airport has been awarded a $758,516 federal grant to rehabilitate 700 feet of the original runway lighting system to enhance safety.
7 Bridge Projects In North Texas To Receive $8.8M Federal Grant
Seven bridge projects in North Texas are set to receive a federal grant worth nearly $8.8 million as the state looks to improve the area's infrastructure, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn announced Tuesday.
Rep. Joaquin Castro 'Seriously' Considering Texas Senate Run Against Cornyn
Texas Rep. Joaquin Castro is acknowledging that he will "seriously consider" running for U.S. Senate in 2020 against Republican John Cornyn.
Cornyn Blasts 'Bureaucrats' For Delaying Post-Harvey Funding
The Senate's No. 2 Republican is blasting the Trump administration's Office of Management and Budget for failing to release nearly $4.4 billion in recovery funding to Texas after Hurricane Harvey in 2017.
Ted Cruz Urges Trump To Send Captured ISIS Fighters To Guantanamo Bay
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, (R-Texas) shared a photo of a letter via Instagram he sent to President Trump urging him to send battle-hardened ISIS fighters currently detained in Syria to Guantanamo Bay.
Texas Senator John Cornyn Reacts To Attorney General Jeff Sessions Resignation
"Attorney General Sessions has selflessly dedicated more than 40 years to serving the people of Alabama and the nation."
North Texas Republicans Split On Trump's Immigration Reform Framework
Under the framework, President Trump would grant a path to citizenship over a period of 10 to 12 years for 1.8 million people who were brought here illegally by their parents when they were children.
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5 races to watch on Election Day in North Texas
CBS DFW political reporter Jack Fink breaks down the five races to watch on Election Day in North Texas
Kidd's Kids trip to Disney World returns for sick children & their families
After their 30th anniversary trip was canceled due to COVID-19, applications are now available for the annual Kidd's Kids trip to Disney World.
Severe weather threat for North Texas tonight and Tuesday
While it won't rain everywhere all day, a large portion of North TexasX will see rain Tuesday and Tuesday night.
Shooter left 1 dead, 2 injured on Jerome Street in Dallas
Police received calls saying that several people had been shot in the 3200 block of Jerome Street.
Smart move for Dallas couple who reinvented themselves as bakers
Baking each day to the backdrop of his crafty Oak Cliff neighborhood, Tyler Rooney began realizing a dream he always had.
4 dead after wrong-way crash on I-45 in Dallas County
Officers found 3 people in the vehicle that was going the wrong way, and 3 people in the vehicle that was hit head-on.
11 things to know about CBS 11 Anchor Nicole Baker
Nicole Baker is Doug Dunbar's new co-anchor weeknights at 5, 6 and 10.
Dog sneaks into Byron Nelson High School, police looking for owners
Police said the good boy followed some kids from the Country Acres neighborhood before heading inside the school.
Mavericks fans say 'It Ain't Over 'til It's Over'
It's not just the eyes of Texas but the eyes of the basketball world on Dallas.
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5 races to watch on Election Day in North Texas
CBS DFW political reporter Jack Fink breaks down the five races to watch on Election Day in North Texas
Kidd's Kids trip to Disney World returns for sick children & their families
After their 30th anniversary trip was canceled due to COVID-19, applications are now available for the annual Kidd's Kids trip to Disney World.
Severe weather threat for North Texas tonight and Tuesday
While it won't rain everywhere all day, a large portion of North TexasX will see rain Tuesday and Tuesday night.
Shooter left 1 dead, 2 injured on Jerome Street in Dallas
Police received calls saying that several people had been shot in the 3200 block of Jerome Street.
Smart move for Dallas couple who reinvented themselves as bakers
Baking each day to the backdrop of his crafty Oak Cliff neighborhood, Tyler Rooney began realizing a dream he always had.
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Gruesome new details emerge in Ira Tobolowsky murder case
Gruesome new details have emerged in the high-profile murder of Dallas attorney Ira Tobolowsky.
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.
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5 races to watch on Election Day in North Texas
CBS DFW political reporter Jack Fink breaks down the five races to watch on Election Day in North Texas
Interview: 30th congressional district candidate Jasmine Crockett
CBS 11's Jack Fink talks with 30th congressional district candidate Jasmine Crockett who is facing fellow democrat Jane Hope Hamilton in Tuesday's primary runoff.
Interview: 30th congressional district candidate Jane Hope Hamilton
CBS 11's Jack Fink talks with 30th congressional district candidate Jane Hope Hamilton who is facing fellow democrat Jasmine Crockett in Tuesday's primary runoff.
7 years after charges, still no trial for Texas AG Ken Paxton
The twists and turns of how Republican Ken Paxton has yet to have his day in court after being indicted on securities fraud charges in 2015 has little comparison in American politics.
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North Texas homebuyers face high prices, low inventory
North Texas homes are expensive and in short supply. Local experts discuss how buyers can improve their chances.
Texas sets gas price record just before summer travel season
Of the major metropolitan areas surveyed in Texas, drivers in Arlington, Dallas and Fort Worth are paying the most for gasoline.
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.
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.
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Kidd's Kids trip to Disney World returns for sick children & their families
After their 30th anniversary trip was canceled due to COVID-19, applications are now available for the annual Kidd's Kids trip to Disney World.
Jif peanut butter recalled over salmonella concerns
At least 14 people across 12 states have become sick, and two were hospitalized, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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.
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Smart move for Dallas couple who reinvented themselves as bakers
Baking each day to the backdrop of his crafty Oak Cliff neighborhood, Tyler Rooney began realizing a dream he always had.
Non-profit DreamSpring backing small business owners
Many North Texas small businesses struggled to stay alive during the pandemic, others did not survive.
North Texas homebuyers face high prices, low inventory
North Texas homes are expensive and in short supply. Local experts discuss how buyers can improve their chances.
Texas sets gas price record just before summer travel season
Of the major metropolitan areas surveyed in Texas, drivers in Arlington, Dallas and Fort Worth are paying the most for gasoline.
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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Mavericks fans say 'It Ain't Over 'til It's Over'
It's not just the eyes of Texas but the eyes of the basketball world on Dallas.
Mavericks lose in Dallas, Warriors take 3-0 series lead
It's something that's never been done in NBA history. The Dallas Mavericks are hoping to pull out of a 3-0 hole in the playoffs.
Justin Thomas wins PGA Championship
Thomas added a second Wanamaker Trophy to the one he captured in 2017 at Quail Hollow.
Students with disabilities show off football skills in 2022 Buddy Bowl
Highland Park High school students are once again teaming up with students who have disabilities for one of the most fun-filled games of the year.
BREAKING: Bowness stepping down as Stars Head Coach
Rick Bowness is stepping away as head coach of the Dallas Stars.
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Pete Davidson confirms he's leaving "Saturday Night Live"
"It's crazy to think that today I'll be doing my last one," Davidson wrote on Instagram prior to Saturday's season finale.
Red Power Ranger charged with defrauding paycheck protection program
The actor who played the Red Power Ranger has been charged with wire fraud conspiracy related to the federal PPP program.
Grapevine kicks off the 38th annual Main Street Fest
The city is hoping to get a major economic boost with more than 80 local shops, restaurants and boutiques open to visitors.
CBS unveils 2022-2023 primetime lineup
CBS announced its 2022-2023 primetime programming lineup of CBS Originals, featuring four new dramas and more.
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.
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Cloudy with highs in the 60s
It's cloudy with temperatures resting in the 60s. Don't worry though, sunshine returns by this weekend.
Interview: 30th congressional district candidate Jasmine Crockett
CBS 11's Jack Fink talks with 30th congressional district candidate Jasmine Crockett who is facing fellow democrat Jane Hope Hamilton in Tuesday's primary runoff.
Interview: 30th congressional district candidate Jane Hope Hamilton
CBS 11's Jack Fink talks with 30th congressional district candidate Jane Hope Hamilton who is facing fellow democrat Jasmine Crockett in Tuesday's primary runoff.
11AM weather update with Anne Elise Parks
Tonight will be mostly cloudy with a chance of rain and storms. Some could be strong overnight with heavy rain and gusty winds.
Mavs reaction to game 3 loss to Warriors
Dallas Mavericks Players, coaches are hoping to bounce back after falling three games to none in the Western Conference Finals.
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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.
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!
