As SpaceX Waits For Texas Launch Approval, Company Sells 3 More Flights To Billionaire CEO
Billionaire CEO Jared Isaacman is buying three more flights with SpaceX, the first of which is scheduled for this year.
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SpaceX's Elon Musk Says 1st Orbital Starship Flight Could Happen In March
SpaceX's Elon Musk says the first orbital flight of his towering Starship — the world's most powerful rocket ever built — could come in another month or two.
Texas-Born Astronaut Shane Kimbrough 1 Of 4 Set To Launch On Board SpaceX's Crew Dragon
Commander of the Crew 2 Mission, NASA astronaut Shane Kimbrough is from Killeen. He will represent the U.S. along with NASA astronaut Megan McArthur.
SpaceX Wins $2.9 Billion NASA Contract For Lunar Lander Being Developed In Texas
SpaceX won with its bid for use of a spacecraft the company is already developing on its own in South Texas.
SpaceX Is Hiring, Elon Musk Is Giving Millions To South Texas Town, School
Elon Musk is showing his new home state of Texas some love.
SpaceX Starship Flips & Lands In Texas Upright, But Then Explodes On Landing Pad
The landing of a SpaceX Starship prototype rocket appeared to be textbook when it touched down in Texas on March 3, but then it exploded on the landing pad.
SpaceX Mars Rocket Prototype Crashes And Explodes In Texas, Now The FAA Is Investigating
It was a SpaceX prototype rocket that exploded after crashing in Texas, now the Federal Aviation Administration is overseeing an investigation into the incident.
VIDEO: SpaceX's Starship Explodes While Landing In Texas After Highest Test Flight
The entire flight — as dramatic and flashy as it gets, even by SpaceX standards — lasted just over six minutes and 40 minutes.
SpaceX Starship Test Flight From Texas Aborted At Last Second
The first high-altitude test flight of SpaceX's futuristic Starship was aborted at the last second in Texas on Tuesday.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Moves To Texas; Seeks To Sell $5B In Stock
Tesla chose Texas in July as the site for its largest auto assembly plant that will employ at least 5,000 workers.
Astronauts With Prosper & Houston Ties Reach International Space Station Aboard SpaceX Capsule 'Resilience'
They'll call it home sweet home until Spring of 2021. SpaceX's newly launched capsule with four astronauts -- two with Texas ties -- arrived Monday at the International Space Station.
Astronaut Doug Hurley Shares Insight Into Sunday's Historic SpaceX-NASA Launch
Tomorrow's Space X Crew-1 launch will have the eyes of the world and proud Americans watching as history is made.
SpaceX Launches 14th Batch Of Internet Relay Satellites
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket fired 60 more Starlink internet relay satellites into orbit Sunday from the Kennedy Space Center with another set awaiting launch Wednesday.
Overcoming A Culture Clash: How NASA And SpaceX Brought Back US Astronaut Launches
Even after SpaceX began to prove its engineering chops and was awarded multibillion-dollar NASA contracts, cultural divisions kept tensions brewing behind the scenes.
SpaceX Launches And Completes Starship Prototype Test Over The Skies Of Texas
SpaceX successfully completed a hop test of the starship project's SN5 prototype. The test was performed at the SpaceX facility in Boca Chica, Texas.
"It's Tremendously Exciting": Texas-Based NASA Astronauts Countdown To Historic Launch
Weather permitting, two Texas-based space shuttle fliers will blaze a fresh trail to orbit aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft Wednesday.
Newest Texas-Based NASA Test Pilots Are Veteran Astronauts & Long-Time Friends
The two Texas-based astronauts who will test drive SpaceX's brand new rocketship are classmates and friends, and veteran spacefliers married to veteran spacefliers.
Astronauts From Texas Arrive At Cape Canaveral For NASA's 1st Home Launch In A Decade
Two astronauts based in Texas will end a nine-year launch drought for NASA. The SpaceX flight of Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken will make history.
Astronauts Arriving For NASA's 1st Home Launch In A Decade
NASA test pilots Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken departed Houston on Wednesday aboard a NASA jet, bound for Florida.
SpaceX Starship SN4 Passes Key Test At Texas Facility, Looks To Send Humans To Moon And Mars
A prototype of a SpaceX ship meant to one day take humans to the moon and Mars has passed a key test at a facility in Texas, according to founder and CEO Elon Musk.
NASA Sets Date For SpaceX Mission: Astronauts To 'Launch On American-Made Rockets From American Soil'
For the first time in almost a decade, American astronauts will launch into space on an American rocket from American soil to the International Space Station.
Texas Company Axiom Plans First Private Space Station Flight
A Texas company announced plans to launch a company-trained commander and three private citizens to the International Space Station as soon as the second half of next year.
Have A Few Million For A Ticket To Space? SpaceX Wants To Send 4 Tourists Into Super High Orbit
SpaceX aims to launch up to four tourists who shell out millions for a change to go into super high orbit, possibly by the end of next year.
SpaceX Starship Prototype "Mark 1" Explodes During Test In Texas
The SpaceX prototype upper stage built as a pathfinder for SpaceX's planned human-rated Starship rocket exploded during a pressurization test in Texas.
SpaceX's Falcon Heavy Launches 24 Satellites And Bill Nye Project Into Orbit
The U.S. military is officially teaming up with SpaceX, ordering its first rocket launch Tuesday.
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Half of all Texas schools have no mental health services
Texas would need to hire more than 5,000 licensed school psychologists to meet minimum recommended ratios.
Murphy hits 2 HRs, Langeliers homers as A's roll past Texas
Sean Murphy had his second two-homer game and rookie Shea Langeliers hit his first major league home run in his second game with Oakland, leading the Athletics to a 7-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night.
Dallas County Health Department to stage drive thru monkeypox vaccine hub
Beginning at 9 a.m. Aug. 18, the Dallas County Health Department will, for the first time, stage a drive thru monkeypox vaccine hub outside its office off I-35 E.
Storms in Tolar leave behind extensive damage
Several calls to police have involved pulling large tree limbs out of roads and streets, including US Highway 377, which was shut down for some time.
Changes won't be made to Tarrant County juvenile system anytime soon, following release of audit
The Tarrant County Juvenile Board held off on making any immediate changes to the system Wednesday, following the release of an audit showing ongoing overcrowding issues at the juvenile detention center.
Texas executes man for slaying of Dallas real estate agent
Texas on Wednesday put to death a man who fatally stabbed a suburban Dallas real estate agent more than 16 years ago, the second execution this year in what has been the nation's busiest death penalty state.
Airbnb launches "anti-party technology" in U.S. and Canada
Parties at Airbnb listings became more popular during the COVID-19 pandemic due to safety measures and restrictions at bars, restaurants and clubs.
Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
Gardening 101: Shade trees
Trees offer shade for animals, humans and homes. Here are the best ones to plant in your yard.
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Half of all Texas schools have no mental health services
Texas would need to hire more than 5,000 licensed school psychologists to meet minimum recommended ratios.
Murphy hits 2 HRs, Langeliers homers as A's roll past Texas
Sean Murphy had his second two-homer game and rookie Shea Langeliers hit his first major league home run in his second game with Oakland, leading the Athletics to a 7-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night.
Dallas County Health Department to stage drive thru monkeypox vaccine hub
Beginning at 9 a.m. Aug. 18, the Dallas County Health Department will, for the first time, stage a drive thru monkeypox vaccine hub outside its office off I-35 E.
Storms in Tolar leave behind extensive damage
Several calls to police have involved pulling large tree limbs out of roads and streets, including US Highway 377, which was shut down for some time.
Changes won't be made to Tarrant County juvenile system anytime soon, following release of audit
The Tarrant County Juvenile Board held off on making any immediate changes to the system Wednesday, following the release of an audit showing ongoing overcrowding issues at the juvenile detention center.
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I-Team: Nearly 90% of elementary schools do not have an officer stationed at the school
According to data the I-Team collected, in North Texas, elementary schools appear to be far more vulnerable than middle or high schools.
Dallas college installs new security features following a 2017 shooting
North Lake College in Irving might be considered one of the most high-tech campuses in North Texas — partly because of what happened five years ago.
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.
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Arlington voters to decide on increasing term lengths for mayor, city council
The measure comes just four years after residents overwhelmingly approved term limits for those positions.
Biden signs Inflation Reduction Act, sealing major victory for domestic agenda
"Let me say from the start, with this law, the American people won and the special interests lost," Mr. Biden told the crowd assembled at the White House.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady has been vacationing in South Carolina with her family, including President Biden.
FBI, DHS warn of threats to law enforcement after Mar-a-Lago search
The FBI and DHS shared the internal intelligence memo with state, local, tribal and territorial law enforcement officials nationwide late Friday night.
Schiff: "No evidence" that Trump declassified docs found at Mar-a-Lago
Some of the items seized from Mar-a-Lago by the FBI last week contained classified information.
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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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Dallas County Health Department to stage drive thru monkeypox vaccine hub
Beginning at 9 a.m. Aug. 18, the Dallas County Health Department will, for the first time, stage a drive thru monkeypox vaccine hub outside its office off I-35 E.
2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
Experts hearing questions about monkeypox, COVID-19 as school begins
Back-to-school anxiety may be a rite of passage for students, but parents may be experiencing it as well. Between safety and health concerns, it can be tough to send your child off this year.
Some Capri Sun juice pouches recalled over possible cleaning solution contamination
"Diluted cleaning solution, which is used on food processing equipment, was inadvertently introduced into a production line at one of our factories," Kraft Heinz said.
Doctors urging parents to get kids vaccinated before heading back to school
Doctors are urging parents to get their kids the COVID-19 vaccine as they head back to school.
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American Airlines places deposit on 20 supersonic planes
American Airlines has agreed to buy up to 20 supersonic jets and put down a non-refundable deposit on the planes that are still on the drawing board and years away from flying.
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.
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Murphy hits 2 HRs, Langeliers homers as A's roll past Texas
Sean Murphy had his second two-homer game and rookie Shea Langeliers hit his first major league home run in his second game with Oakland, leading the Athletics to a 7-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night.
Dallas Mavericks release 2022-2023 schedule
The season kicks off on Oct. 19 with a Western Conference Semifinals rematch against the Phoenix Suns. The home opener for the season will be on Oct. 22, against the Memphis Grizzlies.
NBA won't hold games on Election Day in effort to encourage fans to vote
As part of what the league is calling a "civic engagement night," all 30 teams will instead play the night before the election.
Rangers win 3rd straight, top A's 2-1 after Woodward firing
Marcus Semien homered, rookie Bubba Thompson had a tiebreaking RBI single and the Texas Rangers won hours after manager Chris Woodward was fired, beating the Oakland Athletics 2-1 on Monday night.
Texas Rangers fire manager Chris Woodward
The Texas Rangers have dismissed Chris Woodward as manager.
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Sacheen Littlefeather receives apology for mistreatment at 1973 Oscars
Littlefeather was mocked when she declined Marlon Brando's Best Actor win onstage at the 1973 ceremony.
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."
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North Texas finally gets much needed rain
More is in the forecast!
Dallas County Health Department to stage drive thru monkeypox vaccine hub
Beginning at 9 a.m. Aug. 18, the Dallas County Health Department will, for the first time, stage a drive thru monkeypox vaccine hub outside its office off I-35 E.
Southlake Fire Department says there have been no previous incidents at chemical plant
The chemical plant caught on fire on Aug. 17.
9:25PM First Alert Weather Update
CBS 11 Chief Meteorologist gives an update on severe weather in North Texas Wednesday night.
9PM First Alert Weather Update
CBS 11 Chief Meteorologist Scott Padgett on the severe thunderstorm warnings in place for Dallas & Tarrant Counties.
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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.
