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.
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GOP Senate push focuses on Latinos with "Vamos" initiative, Title 42
The NRSC's new multi-million-dollar "Vamos" initiative, first shared with CBS News, will target 2022 races in nine battleground states.
Amid Challenging 2022 Midterm Election for Democrats, Republicans Hope To Turn Dallas County Red In November
Republicans said they hope to take advantage of the 2022 midterm elections, which favor their party over the Democrats under President Joe Biden.
Governors' Split On Business Vaccine Mandates Highlights Changing GOP Base
As the US enters year three of a global pandemic, many businesses have sought to contain damage by imposing rules to keep their companies running. The response has varied.
Dallas Republican Party Chairman Rodney Anderson Stepping Down
Dallas County Republican Party chairman Rodney Anderson is stepping down.
George W. Bush Meets With Illinois Congressman Looking To Unite Anti-Trump Republicans
Illinois congressman Adam Kinzinger headed south to Texas this week looking for allies. The lawmaker was on a mission to find Republicans who, like him, see former President Donald Trump as a scourge on their party.
Former President George W. Bush Criticizes Republican Isolationism, Anti-Immigration Rhetoric
While on a trip outside Texas, George W. Bush said the Republican Party he served as president -- from 2001 to 2009 -- has become "isolationist, protectionist and, to a certain extent, nativist".
With 'Passions Running High' Dallas County Political Party Leaders Make Bi-Partisan Statement On Election
Democratic Party Chair Carol Donovan and Republican Party Chair Rodney Anderson called for patience and calm as election officials count all the votes.
President Trump At Roundtable, 'We're Here To Discuss Very Important Things'
President Donald Trump is in Dallas today for two reasons – to raise money and talk about policing and race relations with community leaders inside a North Dallas church.
President Trump To Announce Policy Proposals On Policing During Visit To Dallas
Senior administration officials say President Trump wants to be proactive and that a number of executive actions will come in the future.
Trump Resumes In-Person Fundraising In Dallas To Build Cash Lead Against Biden
President Donald Trump is headed to North Texas Thursday as he resumes in-person fundraising events after a three-month hiatus.
Energy Secretary Rick Perry Notifies President Trump He's Resigning
Energy Secretary Rick Perry has notified the president that he intends to leave his job soon.
Backlash Mounts Over President Trump's Withdrawal From Syria
Some President Trump allies on Capitol Hill, including Sen. Lindsey Graham, are blasting the president's decision, with Graham calling it an "Obama-like mistake."
Google Blames Wikipedia For Linking California GOP To Nazism
Google is blaming "vandalism" at Wikipedia for search results that incorrectly said the ideology of the California Republican Party included "Nazism."
As Early Voting Begins, Both Parties In N. Texas Say They're Energized
Early voting begins Tuesday, February 20 and continues through Friday, March 2.
Washington's Bickering Motivates New U.S. Nonpartisan Groups
Following this week's government shutdown and the 2016 election, in which both parties nominated historically unpopular candidates, there's new energy in the movement to reclaim the political center.
Fact Check: No, Trump Didn't Invent 'Prime The Pump'
President Donald Trump took credit in an interview for coining the phrase "prime the pump," seemingly unaware that it was popularized during the Great Depression more than 80 years ago.
Trump Finds Few Willing To Work For Him
From Texas to New Hampshire, well-respected members of the Republican Party's professional class say they cannot look past their deep personal and professional reservations about the presumptive presidential nominee.
Trump Campaign Manager Is Out
Donald Trump's campaign manager, Corey Lewandowski, is leaving the campaign, following a tumultuous stretch marked by missteps and infighting.
Protests Planned For Donald Trump During Dallas Visit
Violence outside a Donald Trump rally in San Jose raised questions about what will happen when the presumptive Republican nominee visits Dallas next Thursday.
Donald Trump & Paul Ryan To Meet Next Week
Donald Trump and House Speaker Paul Ryan have agreed to meet next Thursday
With Friends Like These: GOP Race Spurs Awkward Endorsements
Sen. Lindsey Graham says Republican presidential hopeful Ted Cruz is "not my favorite." Ben Carson says there are "better people" than Donald Trump to serve as commander in chief.
Obama Thirsty For A Taste Of Donald Trump's Wine
Obama brought up Trump's wine in a speech at a private event in Dallas.
George W. Bush Offers Tough Trump Takedown In Campaign Debut
With his folky touch, the former president unleashed a tough takedown Monday of the billionaire businessman who has upended a Republican Party his family has long led.
Trump, Cruz, Rubio Battle In Iowa's Leadoff Caucuses
Iowa Republicans began caucusing Monday night in what looks to be a three-way battle among billionaire Donald Trump, Texas Sen. Ted Cruz and Florida Sen. Marco Rubio in an intense fight for the GOP's identity and soul.
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Severe thunderstorm watch for parts of North Texas
Storms are developing along a cold front moving through North Texas. Quarter size hail and damaging winds to 60 mph are the main threats.
Slight chance of severe storms east of Fort Worth today
As a cold front sweeps through North Texas, our most eastern and southeastern counties could see strong to severe storms.
North Texas high schoolers recognized for STEM advancements
From a very early age, Plano ISD junior Shriya Bhat and Frisco ISD senior Vivek Kogilathota had an interest in innovation.
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.
Non-profit DreamSpring backing small business owners
Many North Texas small businesses struggled to stay alive during the pandemic, others did not survive.
Democratic runoff for Texas AG: Garza, Jaworski discuss abortion, state lawsuits
Both Democratic candidates for Texas Attorney General Joe Jaworski and Rochelle Garza support abortion rights and Roe v. Wade.
Judge: COVID asylum restrictions must continue on southern U.S. border
A judge has ruled COVID-19 asylum restrictions must continue on the southern US border; effectively blocking the government's plan to end them.
Dallas College offers teacher apprenticeship program
As North Texas school districts struggle with staffing shortages, Dallas College is kicking off a first-of-its-kind teacher apprenticeship program to help get well-trained educators into classrooms.
Fort Worth Police Officer Mitchell Miller fired following use of force incident
On May 19, 2022, Officer Mitchell Miller was terminated following an administrative investigation into a use of force incident.
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Severe thunderstorm watch for parts of North Texas
Storms are developing along a cold front moving through North Texas. Quarter size hail and damaging winds to 60 mph are the main threats.
Slight chance of severe storms east of Fort Worth today
As a cold front sweeps through North Texas, our most eastern and southeastern counties could see strong to severe storms.
North Texas high schoolers recognized for STEM advancements
From a very early age, Plano ISD junior Shriya Bhat and Frisco ISD senior Vivek Kogilathota had an interest in innovation.
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.
Non-profit DreamSpring backing small business owners
Many North Texas small businesses struggled to stay alive during the pandemic, others did not survive.
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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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Democratic runoff for Texas AG: Garza, Jaworski discuss abortion, state lawsuits
Both Democratic candidates for Texas Attorney General Joe Jaworski and Rochelle Garza support abortion rights and Roe v. Wade.
Judge: COVID asylum restrictions must continue on southern U.S. border
A judge has ruled COVID-19 asylum restrictions must continue on the southern US border; effectively blocking the government's plan to end them.
Last day of early voting for primary runoff elections
Today is your last chance to cast a ballot early for the primary runoff elections.
Trevor Reed details surviving Russian psychiatric treatment
We're hearing for the first time from Trevor Reed, the former Marine and North Texas native, who was held in Russian prison for nearly 3 years.
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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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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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.
TPC Craig Ranch designer Tom Weiskopf gets 'Major' support during cancer battle
Weiskopf's passion (post career) became designing golf courses. He now has around 80 to his name, including TPC Craig Ranch.
How to avoid heat-related illness now that high temps, humidity here to stay
The hot temperatures combined with the humidity is keeping MedStar crews busy in Tarrant County.
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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.
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.
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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.
Dallas Mavericks fall to Golden State 112-87 in Game 1
Luka scored 20 points but shot just 6 for 18 and 3 of 10 from deep.
Series preview: Mavericks vs. Warriors
The Dallas Mavericks are one step away from the NBA Finals, but they have to get through the Golden State Warriors to get there.
US Soccer agrees to pay women's and men's teams equally
The federation announced separate collective bargaining agreements through December 2028 with the unions for both national teams on Wednesday.
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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.
Top U.S. cowgirls ride into North Texas for Women's Rodeo World Championship
Cowgirls from around the country are riding into the Fort Worth and Cowtown Coliseum on May 16 for the Women's Rodeo World Championship.
Mickey Gilley, who helped inspire 'Urban Cowboy,' dies at 86
Country star Mickey Gilley, whose namesake Texas honky-tonk inspired the 1980 film "Urban Cowboy," has died. He was 86.
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Slight chance of severe storms east of Fort Worth today
As a cold front sweeps through North Texas, our most eastern and southeastern counties could see strong to severe storms.
Weekend weather forecast
Potential for severe thunderstorms tomorrow. Partly cloudy skies. Low 73F. Winds SSE at 10 to 20 mph.
North Texas high schoolers recognized for STEM advancements
Two North Texas high schoolers were recognized for their advancements in science. Last week, they received first place prizes at what's considered the world's largest global high school science competition.
$2.3B Texas pipeline project completed
The long stretch of dry, hot days is creating more demand for water.
Fort Worth officer fired for excessive use of force
On May 19, 2022, Officer Mitchell Miller was terminated following an administrative investigation into a use of force incident that happened in January.
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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!
