Civil rights groups call for legalization based on new Texas marijuana arrest data
New statistics show overall arrests for possession are down in Texas, but the percentage of Black and Hispanic people arrested is going up.
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Aryan Circle Gang Leader Michael Martin Sentenced For Violent Crime In Aid Of Racketeering
Michael Martin, a/k/a Aryan Prodigy and AP of Santa Fe, Texas was sentenced to federal prison for his role in a violent gang-related beating.
Aledo Residents Shed Tears, Share Shock Over Students' Mock 'Online Slave Trade'
Aledo ISD said it learned of an incident with students from the Daniel Ninth Grade Campus involving racial harassment and cyberbullying several weeks ago.
'We Have A Problem In Parker County,' Minority Students Allegedly 'Slave Traded' Online By Classmates
A group of students in Aledo ISD are facing disciplinary action after allegedly creating an online "slave auction" featuring black classmates.
Prosecutors Seek 5-Year Term For Ex-Leader Of Neo-Nazi Group, John Cameron Denton
John Cameron Denton, of Montgomery and others involved in the plot made at least 134 threats to injure people and institutions, often for racist reasons, Justice Department prosecutors wrote.
Dallas Rally, Vigil Held To Denounce Racism And Attacks On Asian Residents
At Dealey Plaza on Sunday, the Dallas Peace and Justice Center and more than a dozen other nonprofits hosted a rally and candlelight vigil denouncing racism and attacks on Asian Americans.
Plano ISD Says Action Taken In Wake Of Race-Based Bullying Against Middle School Student
Plano ISD announced Tuesday, disciplinary action has been taken two weeks after an extreme case of bullying at an off-campus sleepover.
Plano ISD, Police Investigating Allegations Of Race-Based Assaults, Bullying
At a news conference Tuesday, Plano ISD Superintendent of Schools Sara Bonser addressed recent allegations of bullying and racism.
Victims Of Asian Hate Crimes In Texas & Across US Reflect 1 Year Into COVID Pandemic
A family in Texas was nearly stabbed to death inside a Sam's Club in 2020. The attack has left Bawi Cung and his two young sons with scars — some visible, some not.
Threatening Incidents With Trump Supporters On Airlines Prompts Worry From President Of Flight Attendants Union
Julie Hedrick released a statement detailing some of those incidents -- from alleged racism to mask refusal -- and how she feels about it.
Texas County Judge Is Suspect In Vandalism Of Courthouse Segregation-Era 'Negroes' Sign
A Black elected official in Texas was in the spotlight late in 2020 when he was relegated to a basement office space that had the word "negroes" on a nearby archway, now the county judge who worked to 'resolve' the incident is a suspect in the segregation-era sign's vandalism.
Ellis County Constable Gets New Office Space Away From Offensive Sign
Ellis County Judge Todd Little worked to make sure Constable Curtis Polk got an office of his own and out of the basement away from the offensive sign.
Outrage Over Ellis County's Only Black Elected Official Assigned Office Near Decades-Old Derogatory Sign
Over an archway, the word "negroes" appears in paint that's chipped away over time. It marks the spot of a public water fountain Black residents were restricted to using.
Former Texas Football Star Emmanuel Acho Tackles Racism In New Book 'Uncomfortable Conversations With A Black Man'
Emmanuel Acho's YouTube series with the same name has already amassed over 65 million views in five months.
Political Sign Spray Painted With 'KKK' Outside Bedford Polling Station
Voters lining up outside the Bedford Public Library saw dozens of campaign signs, but one was hard to miss.
New Alert On Yelp Will Flag Businesses Accused Of Racist Behavior
The crowdsourced review platform Yelp has announced that, as a warning to users, it will flag businesses that have been accused of "overt" racism.
'Speak Up!' — 'Sesame Street' Tackles Racism In TV Special
The special defines racism and shows how it can be hurtful. It urges children who encounter racism or hear someone else be the victim of it to call it out.
Lawyer: Racial Bias Is Clear In Case Of Black Inmate Set To Die For Crimes Committed In Texas As A Teen
The lawyer for the first Black inmate scheduled for federal execution says race played a central role in landing her client on death row for the Texas crimes he committed as a teen.
Vandals Spray Paint Headstones In Historically Black Cemetery In Texas
At least 15 headstones in a historically Black cemetery in Texas have been vandalized with spray paint.
Dallas Victim Included In "Horrific Spike" In Fatal Violence Against Transgender Community
At least 21 transgender or gender non-conforming people -- including Dallas resident Merci Mack -- have been killed so far in 2020.
Former Leader From Texas Of Neo-Nazi Group Pleads Guilty To 'Swatting'
Twenty-six-year-old John C. Denton of Montgomery, faces up to five years in prison after entering a guilty plea Tuesday in federal court in Alexandria.
Six Flags Takes Social Media Break, Wants To 'Invest In Platforms Devoid Of Hate Speech'
It's a decision the company says, that strives to be "thoughtful and considerate of where we place our advertising dollars to ensure that we invest in platforms devoid of hate speech and harmful content."
Mark Cuban Joins Local, National Leaders To Discuss Racism, Defunding Police
The always outspoken, community-driven Mark Cuban will join a diverse group of local and national industry leaders in an effort to "Heal America," on Thursday.
NAACP Demands 'Real Change And Action,' Presents List Of Demands To Fort Worth City Council
A local NAACP chapter presented a letter with a list of demands concerning police and community relations for Fort Worth city council members on Tuesday night.
Columnist Targets Rangers Baseball For Name Change Due To Law Agency's Racist Past: 'It Should Be An Intolerable Embarrassment To Fans'
A Chicago columnist writes that Major League Baseball should force the team to change its name based on new revelations of racial injustice in the Texas Rangers law enforcement agency.
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Dallas police find 2 adults dead in apartment, 2 children unharmed
Two adults were found dead in an apartment in the 6000 block of Ridgecrest Road. Two children were also found in the apartment, unharmed.
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.
What the temporary restraining order on state abortion ban means for abortion clinics
There is still more to learn about the temporary restraining order put on the state of Texas' abortion ban and what this means for abortion clinics here in North Texas.
Catalytic converter thefts soar in North Texas, but catching thieves is rare
White Settlement police chased down and arrested the man, in what they described as a rare arrest in what has become an increasingly common and frustrating crime for car owners.
Drought conditions, firework bans affect firework stand operators
The Fourth of July is next Monday and while many people have the tradition of shooting off fireworks, Parker County officials have declared an emergency declaration to stop residents from doing so.
5-year-old fatally shot in Parker County by child playing with gun
A 5-year-old boy was fatally shot by another child as they played with a gun, authorities said.
CBS News Texas Poll: Most Texans think women will still seek abortions in Texas even if unsafe
A majority of Texans want abortion to be legal in all or most cases, many said they didn't know much about the state's "trigger" law.
Arlington police asking for help identifying jugging suspect
The Arlington Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying a jugging suspect who smashed the victim's car window and stole money.
North Texas man receives max sentence of 20 years for child pornography
A North Texas man who pleaded guilty to buying child pornography was sentenced by a judge to the statutory maximum sentence of 20 years.
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Dallas police find 2 adults dead in apartment, 2 children unharmed
Two adults were found dead in an apartment in the 6000 block of Ridgecrest Road. Two children were also found in the apartment, unharmed.
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.
What the temporary restraining order on state abortion ban means for abortion clinics
There is still more to learn about the temporary restraining order put on the state of Texas' abortion ban and what this means for abortion clinics here in North Texas.
Catalytic converter thefts soar in North Texas, but catching thieves is rare
White Settlement police chased down and arrested the man, in what they described as a rare arrest in what has become an increasingly common and frustrating crime for car owners.
Drought conditions, firework bans affect firework stand operators
The Fourth of July is next Monday and while many people have the tradition of shooting off fireworks, Parker County officials have declared an emergency declaration to stop residents from doing so.
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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.
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.
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CBS News Texas Poll: Most Texans think women will still seek abortions in Texas even if unsafe
A majority of Texans want abortion to be legal in all or most cases, many said they didn't know much about the state's "trigger" law.
CBS News poll shows some Texans feel 'fairly good' about state's economy
A CBS News/YouGov poll shows 32% of Texans surveyed feel 'fairly good' about the state's economy while 32% feel 'fairly bad' and 15% feel 'very bad'.
CBS News Poll shows Texans opinions on Abortion
A new CBS News/YouGov poll shows 56% of Texans surveyed would make abortion legal in either all or most cases.
Ketanji Brown Jackson to be sworn in as Supreme Court justice Thursday
Jackson will be sworn in on Thursday at noon, when Justice Stephen Breyer's retirement becomes official.
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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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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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.
How victims of domestic abuse are impacted by Roe v Wade overturn
Advocates for survivors of domestic violence say limiting access to safe, legal abortions will have devastating consequences for those suffering abuse.
Supreme Court ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade opens gates for wave of litigation
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision Friday to end constitutional protections for abortion opened the gates for a wave of litigation from all sides.
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.
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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.
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.
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WNBA star Brittney Griner ordered to trial Friday in Russia
Brittney Griner was ordered to stand trial Friday by a court near Moscow on cannabis possession charges, about 4 1/2 months after her arrest at an airport.
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.
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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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Tropical system could bring rain to North Texas this weekend
The cloud cover will also bring down temperatures ahead of July 4.
Workforce Dallas aims to teach workers skills to lift them from poverty
The initiative aims to leverage community relationships to provide clients with resources.
Catalytic converter thefts soar in North Texas, but catching thieves is rare
White Settlement police chased down and arrested the man, in what they described as a rare arrest in what has become an increasingly common and frustrating crime for car owners.
CBS News Texas Poll: Most Texans think women will still seek abortions in Texas even if unsafe
A majority of Texans want abortion to be legal in all or most cases, many said they didn't know much about the state's "trigger" law.
What does Texas abortion ban blocked by Harris County judge mean?
Women seeking abortions and their providers aren't optimistic for another chance in Texas. A “trigger ban” is scheduled to take effect 30 days from last week’s Supreme Court decision.
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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.
