Housing market chills as mortgage rates, prices scare buyers
It's the summer that cooled off the housing market.
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I-Team Investigation: Canceled builder contracts
Even after deciding to build a new home, put down a deposit and sign on the dotted line, Brian New reports on why some North Texas home buyers are not ending up with the house of their dreams.
Frenzied housing market could complicate moving for schools
A local real estate expert explains how to carefully navigate the market in order to make the move work.
Homeowner backs proposals aiming to lower property tax bills
Dr. Elaine Edmonds of East Fort Worth says for years, she has watched her property values and as a result her property taxes continue to rise.
North Texas property values are on the rise yet again
Not all of this year's evaluation notices are out just yet, but experts said to be prepared to pay more.
DFW Real Estate Expert Offers Tips For Homebuyers Going Up Against Investors
Michael Coburn with RE/MAX offers some tips for homebuyers looking to beat investors.
Rent Expected To Rise In DFW Through 2022
The DFW region is among the areas across the country seeing a spike in apartment rent.
DFW Ranks As The 20th Least Affordable City In The Country
Real estate website RealtyHop has just compiled a list of least affordable US cities according to their data, and DFW ranks in as the 20th least affordable city in the country.
Budget Crucial For Homebuyers Before They Start House Hunting
It's a good idea to specifically seek out local lenders who know the market and can guide them through figuring out their budget.
Next Year Might Be The Time For North Texas Buyers To Finally Strike On Landing A Home
The 2022 housing market in North Texas is looking a lot less frenzied according to a local real estate agent, and it might be the time for new buyers to finally strike on landing a home.
More People Moved To DFW In 2021 Than Any Other Region In US, Zillow Study Says
Most of the movers came from Los Angeles, Chicago and Phoenix, according to the report.
Demand For New Housing In DFW Not Likely To Wane In New Year
Construction and building experts in DFW are setting their sights on 2022 and the challenges that may remain when it comes to keeping up with the demand for new housing.
'All-Out' Race For Commercial Real Estate In North Texas Could Stay Just As Hot In 2022
Experts say 2021 was a big year for commercial real estate in DFW, and 2022 will likely stay just as hot.
North Texas' Real Estate Frenzy Appears To Be About Over, Experts Say
The combination of low mortgage rates, new Texas residents, and a never before seen low inventory of homes, created a combination for the market to explode, experts said.
I-Team Investigation Results In New Texas Law Protecting Homeowners From Unexpected Taxes
Following a nearly two-year long I-Team investigation, a new law should help protect homeowners from being hit with what many homebuyers told CBS 11 were "hidden costs."
Arlington Partners With Rehab Warriors To Train Veterans And Revitalize Communities
The City of Arlington will partner with Rehab Warriors on a program designed to provide residential real estate development skills to low and moderate-income veterans.
Ones For Real Estate: The Elusive $400K North Texas Home
While the median price of a home in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex sits at just under $360,000 researchers who study the market say houses in that price range have become increasingly hard to find.
I-TEAM: Hundreds Of Complaints Against A Rental Company With An A+ Rating
A North Texas woman and her boyfriend say they finally found a place to call home after she says a rental company gave her the runaround for weeks, leaving her homeless.
Ones For Real Estate: New Texas HOA Legislation Means Changes For Property Owners
The way homeowners associations in Texas operate is about to change after the passing of new legislation.
The Ones For Real Estate: Experts Say Buyer, Seller Behaviors Changing
Real estate experts insist while a cool down has started for North Texas real estate, the market is not entirely cool or back to normal.
For Sale: Dallas Mansion With No Bedrooms For Nearly $1 Million
Everything inside, from the reception area to the stark design and features looks like something you would find in an office park rather than a residential neighborhood.
Real Estate Tech Firm Says Dallas 17th Least Affordable City In US To Buy A Home
The housing pinch in North Texas has caught the attention of the country, including New York-based RealtyHop, a real estate tech firm.
Ones For Real Estate: DFW & Austin Continue To Break Housing Records
According to recent real estate data, the Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin real estate markets continue to break and set new records.
I-Team: North Texas Couple Has 'Dream' Home Taken Away Months After Signing Builder's Contract
"This house I sold for $525,000 is now going to cost me $750,000 to build. What am I going to do? The only thing you can do is go to the customer and say, 'we got a problem,'" builder Kim Paschal said.
North Texas Surpasses Record For Average Price Of A Home, Report Shows
New data recently released by a RE/MAX national housing report says the Dallas-Fort Worth area has broken a record and surpassed the $350,000 dollar average price for a home.
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Yaser Said found guilty of capital murder in deaths of his two daughters
65-year-old Yaser Said has been found guilty of capital murder in the deaths of his two daughters.
Anna man sentenced to life in prison for murdering wife
A jury sentenced an Anna man to life in prison today after finding him guilty of killing his wife last year.
Gardening 101: Shade Project Dallas
The Southwest Medical District in Dallas is one of the hottest locations in the summertime.
Gardening 101: Crape Myrtles
Despite being native to China and Korea, the Crape Myrtle is the official shrub of Texas.
Inflation slowed in July, showing Fed's rate hikes are working
Consumer prices rose 8.5% over the past 12 months, marking a slowdown but still painfully high for millions of Americans.
Fort Worth ISD's safety and security teams prepare for the upcoming school year
The district's safety and security team said they've been busy over the summer looking at doors and locks, cameras, fire alarms, intercoms and PA systems.
Yaser Said faces automatic life sentence in prison after saying he didn't kill his 2 daughters
A Dallas County jury took about three hours to find Yaser Said guilty of murdering his two daughters, Amina and Sarah.
Dallas County Health and Human Services helps those who can't pay high electric bills
You may have noticed an increase in your electric and/or water bill lately. Many people have and are turning to Dallas County Health and Human Services for help.
City of Fort Worth new budget includes spending more on safety and cleanliness
With a boost in revenue from soaring property values, Fort Worth plans to spend more next year to keep the city "safe and clean."
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Yaser Said found guilty of capital murder in deaths of his two daughters
65-year-old Yaser Said has been found guilty of capital murder in the deaths of his two daughters.
Anna man sentenced to life in prison for murdering wife
A jury sentenced an Anna man to life in prison today after finding him guilty of killing his wife last year.
Gardening 101: Shade Project Dallas
The Southwest Medical District in Dallas is one of the hottest locations in the summertime.
Gardening 101: Crape Myrtles
Despite being native to China and Korea, the Crape Myrtle is the official shrub of Texas.
Inflation slowed in July, showing Fed's rate hikes are working
Consumer prices rose 8.5% over the past 12 months, marking a slowdown but still painfully high for millions of Americans.
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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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Trump says Mar-a-Lago was "raided" by FBI
Two sources confirmed to CBS News that the search warrant was connected to White House records.
Senate passes climate, health and tax bill in major win for Democrats
The bill's passage is a significant achievement for Democrats as they look to maintain their hold on Congress in the November midterm elections.
Republicans block $35 cap on price of insulin from Senate bill
Seven Republicans voted to allow the insulin cap in the legislation, but it failed to reach the 60-vote threshold needed to include it.
Biden tests negative for COVID-19 after weeklong rebound infection
But the president "will continue his strict isolation measures pending a second negative test," White House physician Dr. Kevin O'Connor said.
Jack Fink's one-on-one with Sen. Ted Cruz at CPAC
CBS 11 political reporter Jack Fink talks to Sen. Ted Cruz about the Inflation Reduction Act, the November election and the Uvalde investigation
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Tax-free weekend brings thousands to shopping malls across North Texas
It's a chance for shoppers to get deals on back-to-school supplies or even just treat themselves.
Tax-free weekend a chance for back-to-school shoppers to save big
Tax-free weekend in Texas is officially here, and shoppers are already taking advantage of the annual sales tax holiday.
H-E-B issuing all-store recall for mint chocolate chip ice cream
Officials say the products contain wheat but that it is not declared on the label.
Tips and tricks for saving on that grocery bill from the Culinary School of Fort Worth
CBS 11 News went to the Culinary School of Fort Worth for a few tips and tricks people can use to save money on their grocery bills.
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?
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U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
H-E-B issuing all-store recall for mint chocolate chip ice cream
Officials say the products contain wheat but that it is not declared on the label.
Banana Boat spray sunscreens sold nationwide recalled over carcinogen
No injuries or deaths related to the products have been reported, the company said.
WHO declares monkeypox a global emergency
The World Health Organization says the expanding monkeypox outbreak in more than 70 countries is an "extraordinary" situation that now qualifies as a global emergency.
North Texan says monkeypox pain is 'probably one of the worst things I've ever been through'
Monkeypox cases in North Texas on are the rise.
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Tax-free weekend brings thousands to shopping malls across North Texas
It's a chance for shoppers to get deals on back-to-school supplies or even just treat themselves.
25th annual DFW Restaurant Week begins August 8
It's the second-largest restaurant week in the country, second only to New York City's.
Tax-free weekend a chance for back-to-school shoppers to save big
Tax-free weekend in Texas is officially here, and shoppers are already taking advantage of the annual sales tax holiday.
Cracker Barrel sparks uproar for plant-based sausage critics say is "woke"
The post sparked strong reactions from its followers, with many complaining that Cracker Barrel should not be offering the meat alternative.
H-E-B issuing all-store recall for mint chocolate chip ice cream
Officials say the products contain wheat but that it is not declared on the label.
Sports
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Brittney Griner's teammates react to "devastating" prison sentence
Griner's teammates say they approached Thursday's game "with a heavy heart": "It's like you're just waiting for a bomb to drop."
Rangers win 3-2 over White Sox in debuts of 2 former 1st-rounders
Leody Taveras had an RBI single for the Rangers, who ended a seven-game home losing streak.
The ultimate Cowboys fan and the pledge made to her by Jerry Jones
Ms. Price, as she's simply known by the Cowboys in-crowd, says she knows how to pay her way when she has to. But, her support for the team, is priceless.
Iman Shumpert arrested at Texas airport for pot possession
Former NBA player Iman Shumpert was arrested at the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport last weekend for allegedly trying to bring six ounces of cannabis through security.
Orioles win 6-3 for 1st-ever season series sweep of Rangers
Jonah Heim and Marcus Semien homered for Texas, which lost its seventh consecutive home game and dropped a season-worst 12 games under .500 at 46-58 overall.
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Issey Miyake, Japanese fashion maverick, dies at 84
Miyake built one of Japan's biggest fashion brands, becoming well known for its trademark origami-like pleats, and Steve Jobs' ubiquitous black turtlenecks.
Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
Vin Scully, legendary Dodgers broadcaster, dies at age 94
"His voice will always be heard and etched in all of our minds forever," Dodgers president and CEO Stan Kasten said in a statement.
Pat Carroll, voice of Ursula in "The Little Mermaid," dies at 95
Carroll would often say that Ursula was one of her favorite roles, saying that she saw the character as an "ex-Shakespearean actress who now sold cars."
Nichelle Nichols, groundbreaking "Star Trek" star, dies at age 89
After "Star Trek," Nichols went on to become a recruiter for NASA, playing a key role in helping recruit people of color and female astronauts.
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Your Wednesday Afternoon Headlines, August 10th, 2022
Former President Trump document search, Biden pact act, Online pricing starting to drop, The Denver Broncos football team has new owners, Fort Worth ISD safety plan unveiled ahead of the school year, Uvalde CISD staff return to work, Texas East little league pitcher comforted by opponent he hit
Keeping your kids safe when walking or biking to school
Many kids are expected to walk or bike to school this year, and experts said following these tips can help keep them safe.
Another opportunity for rain across North Texas today
Parts of our area could see some much-needed rain this afternoon and evening.
Frisco's Panther Creek High School welcomes students for the first time
Hundreds of students packed into the new building for the first time today.
McKinney holds active shooter training in wake of Uvalde
In order to help prepare for the worst, McKinney created a simulated town to train first responders.
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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.
