Tropical Storm Alex, the first of hurricane season, forms in Gulf of Mexico
Alex formed Sunday morning in the Gulf of Mexico on a track to come ashore in southern Florida with heavy rains and gusty wind.
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100,000 now officially missing as drug gang violence soars in Mexico
Rights groups are calling for "immediate" action from the government to locate the disappeared, but the problem is only getting worse.
Gov. Abbott makes border agreement with Tamaulipas, Mexico Governor
Governor Greg Abbott has made another border agreement with a Mexican state. This time, it's with Tamaulipas. Both Governor Abbott and Tamaulipas Governor Francisco Cabeza De Vaca discussed the agreement Friday afternoon.
Frustration rising over truck backlogs at Texas-Mexico border
Normally it would take trucks 30 to 40 minutes to cross the border. But it is taking some closer to 12 hours. CBS11's Ken Molestina reports.
Dallas Mayor on violent crime, city economy
Jack Fink talks with Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson (D) about violent crime prevention and the recent mass shooting that killed one and injured over a dozen others. Johnson also spoke about his recent trip to Mexico promoting that Dallas is back open to everyone.
More Than Half A Million In Cocaine Seized At Texas-Mexico Border Last Week
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than half a million dollars in narcotics last week at the Texas-Mexico border.
More Than 327K In Cocaine Seized At Camino Real International Bridge
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than $327,000 in cocaine at the Camino Real International Bridge on Saturday, March 19, 2022.
Texas Border Patrol Agents Recover Body Of Missing Child Swept Away By Rio Grande
A Nicaraguan woman told Texas National Guard soldiers she had dropped her child in the river while attempting to cross with a group of migrants.
230 Pounds Of Prohibited Pork Bologna Seized At Texas-Mexico Border
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agriculture Specialists assigned to the Bridge of the Americas and Santa Teresa border crossings seized 230 pounds of prohibited pork bologna.
Southern Border Agents Bust Several Women Smuggling Fentanyl Hidden Inside Body Cavities
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in El Paso have arrested five women (including one who's pregnant) trying to smuggle fentanyl concealed internally on their bodies in the past two weeks.
Convicted Sex Offender Domingo Hernandez-Estrada Arrested In Laredo
The 49-year-old Mexican national was arrested on March 2 when agents apprehended several undocumented individuals near the Rio Grande in downtown Laredo.
Pregnant Woman, Baby Die After Migrants Abandoned In Truck In Mexico
A pregnant woman and her unborn child died and 14 people were hospitalized after dozens of migrants were abandoned in an overheated freight truck in northern Mexico.
Walmart Lowering Fees On Money Transfers To Mexico
Walmart is lowering some of its fees, making it cheaper for customers to send money to Mexico.
US Customs And Border Protection Officers Seize $2.5 Million In Cocaine At Texas-Mexico Border
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Roma Port of Entry cargo facility recently seized $2.5 million in cocaine within a tractor trailer.
Person Of Interest In Texas Homicide, Obed Pena Arrested In Mexico
Rio Grande Valley Sector Border Patrol agents, through international collaboration efforts, coordinated the repatriation of United States citizen Obed Pena.
After Little To No Help From Authorities, Families Lead The Search For Mexico's Missing
The number of people missing in Mexico could fill a small city. The rolls of the disappeared have risen from about 26,000 in 2013, to a current, official tally of nearly 100,000.
Train Hopping A Dangerous Trend At Texas-Mexico Border
Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents assigned to the Laredo South Station prevented undocumented individuals from using railcars to further their journey into the United States.
Mexico To Texas Sen. Ted Cruz: 'At Least Our Candidates Accept Defeat'
Sen. Ted Cruz has accused Mexico of "undermining the rule of law," and Mexico's government shot back on Friday.
US Customs And Border Protection Seize 'Massive' Amount Of Methamphetamine Worth $18M
The nearly 1,349 pounds of drugs were inside boxes in a commercial tractor trailer arriving from Mexico.
Dallas Restaurants Bracing For Shortages After US Bans Mexican Avocado Imports
A US ban on avocado imports from Mexico, announced earlier this week, could push prices to platinum levels-- if consumers can find them at all.
Surging Fentanyl Crisis Tied To Need For Stronger Texas Border Security
In addition to slowing the supply of drugs from Mexico, Gov. Abbott will work with staff on a bill for the next legislative session that would potentially allow prosecutors to charge those providing counterfeit pills to someone who dies.
Threat To Inspector Ends With US Suspending Avocado Imports From Mexico
The US has suspended avocado imports from Mexico after a US official was threatened.
Report Says Mexico Is New Dominant Source Of Fentanyl Trafficked Into US
A new government report details how opioid trafficking in the US has changed in recent years, citing Mexico as the now "dominant source" of the country's fentanyl and synthetic opioid supply.
CBP Officers Seize 5,000 Rounds Of Ammunition, Cash At Texas-Mexico Border
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Hidalgo International Bridge intercepted 5,000 rounds of ammunition on Jan. 27.
$6M In Narcotics Seized At Texas-Mexico Border Within 2 Days
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Brownsville Port of Entry intercepted narcotics in two separate enforcement actions with a combined estimated street value of $6,127,806.
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North Texas leaders react to Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade
North Texas leaders are sharing their reactions after the Supreme Court published a ruling overturning Roe v. Wade.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
Two charged with capital murder after body found behind Dallas apartments
Two suspects were arrested and charged with capital murder after Dallas police found a man's body behind an apartment complex.
Bell, Cruz lead Tetreault, Nationals over Rangers 6-4
The Nationals scored three runs in each of the first two innings, beating the Texas Rangers 6-4 on Sunday.
Fort Worth police respond to three incidents overnight
Fort Worth police responded to several crimes across the city that took place overnight on Saturday, June 25 through Sunday, June 26.
Burleson arrest 6 in connection with shooting that left 1 dead
Burleson police arrested six suspects on Sunday in connection with several offenses that left one dead and three injured on Friday, June 24.
Police searching for juvenile subject after 11-year-old shot in Dallas
Police are searching for a juvenile suspect after an 11-year-old was shot and killed in Dallas this afternoon.
Officials announce I-35E lane closures in North Texas
Officials with the I-35E Phase 2 Project announced on Sunday, June 26 upcoming lane closures affecting North Texas.
CBS News poll: Americans react to overturning of Roe v. Wade
Conservatives say they're hopeful and happy.
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North Texas leaders react to Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade
North Texas leaders are sharing their reactions after the Supreme Court published a ruling overturning Roe v. Wade.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
Two charged with capital murder after body found behind Dallas apartments
Two suspects were arrested and charged with capital murder after Dallas police found a man's body behind an apartment complex.
Bell, Cruz lead Tetreault, Nationals over Rangers 6-4
The Nationals scored three runs in each of the first two innings, beating the Texas Rangers 6-4 on Sunday.
Fort Worth police respond to three incidents overnight
Fort Worth police responded to several crimes across the city that took place overnight on Saturday, June 25 through Sunday, June 26.
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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.
Feds 'very concerned' about explosion of handgun switches made in North Texas
In the past six months, federal investigators said they have seen an explosion of handgun switches in North Texas.
I-Team: North Texas home buyers told to pay more or have builder's contract cancelled
It has never been more expensive or harder to buy a home in North Texas.
FBI reports steady rise in "active shooter incidents"
Nationwide, 61 gunmen killed 103 people and wounded 140 others, in populated areas in 30 states.
Gruesome new details emerge in Ira Tobolowsky murder case
Gruesome new details have emerged in the high-profile murder of Dallas attorney Ira Tobolowsky.
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Dallas basketball teams come out in support of abortion rights
Many fans said they were grateful the league and the team took a public stand against the SCOTUS decision.
Thousands of unvaccinated National Guard soldiers risk dismissal
The percentage of Army National Guard members who are vaccinated is the lowest among the U.S. military.
Biden administration halts limits on ICE arrests following court ruling
Republican officials in Texas and Louisiana convinced a federal judge to block rules that directed ICE to focus on arresting immigrants deemed to threaten national security or public safety.
Protestors rally in support of abortion rights in Dallas
A day after the Supreme Court's decision overturning Roe v. Wade was published, protestors showed up in Dallas.
Abortion rights protestors, counter protestors met at the Downtown Denton Square
Tension rose as high as the temperature here tonight. Both sides of this issue wanting and needing to express their feelings about this landmark decision to our state and federal leaders.
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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.
Gas prices surge as Texans hit the road for the holiday weekend
More than 3 million Texans are expected to travel this Memorial Day Weekend and most of them will be hitting the road. According to AAA, their trips come at a time when gas prices continue to surge.
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Thousands of unvaccinated National Guard soldiers risk dismissal
The percentage of Army National Guard members who are vaccinated is the lowest among the U.S. military.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, allowing states to ban abortions
The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade.
Two Cowboys Hall of Famers come together to tackle diabetes
Cowboys Hall of Famers Cliff Harris and Charles Haley share their personal connection to diabetes, and how they're combining to tackle the cause.
Dallas County reports two new monkeypox cases
The two Dallas County residents recently traveled to Spain and Mexico.
COVID vaccine now available for kids in North Texas
Dallas County began administering its first doses to this age group Tuesday afternoon. Tarrant County plans to start administering the vaccine Wednesday.
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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.
Local mothers' milk bank helping during formula shortage
The program will provide 34 ounces of free, frozen donor human milk to families who can't find formula.
'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.
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Rangers beat Phillies for 9th time in row with 4-2 victory
Brad Miller hit a two-run single against his former team and the Texas Rangers beat the Philadelphia Phillies for the ninth time in a row, 4-2 on Wednesday to hand Zack Wheeler his first loss in two months.
Stars name Pete DeBoer as new head coach
The Dallas Stars named Pete DeBoer as the team's head coach on Tuesday. This comes after DeBoer was fired from coaching the Las Vegas Knights on May 16.
Wife of WNBA's Griner says scheduled call never happened
Griner tried to call her wife nearly a dozen times through the American embassy in Russia on the couple's fourth anniversary Saturday, but they never connected.
Matt Fitzpatrick holds on to win first U.S. Open
Fitzpatrick is the second man to win a U.S. Amateur and U.S. Open on the same course, joining Jack Nicklaus who turned the trick at Pebble Beach.
World swimming bans transgender athletes from women's events
World swimming's governing body has effectively banned transgender women from competing in women's events, starting Monday.
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Matt Fitzpatrick holds on to win first U.S. Open
Fitzpatrick is the second man to win a U.S. Amateur and U.S. Open on the same course, joining Jack Nicklaus who turned the trick at Pebble Beach.
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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A few lingering storms possible through tomorrow afternoon
A cold front will also bring some cooler air, dipping temps below 100 through the week.
Family wants answers after woman allegedly shot by guards at XTC Cabaret in Dallas
Police are investigating what events led security guards at Dallas' XTC Cabaret to shoot and kill a woman on Saturday morning.
Footage shows moments before security guards shoot woman at XTC in Dallas
Video provided to CBS 11 from XTC Dallas.
North Texas finally out of triple digits for the week ahead
After a scorching hot June, it looks like we'll end the month in the 90s.
Security guards allegedly shoot and kill woman at XTC Cabaret in Dallas
Police are investigating what events led security guards at Dallas' XTC Cabaret to shoot and kill a woman on Saturday morning.
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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.
