Migrants bused to New York and D.C. caught in political battle
The Texas governor has bused thousands of migrants to New York City and Washington, D.C., since April.
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Liz Cheney Removed From Her Post As GOP Conference Chair
Representative Liz Cheney was removed from her post of conference chair in a voice vote, shortly after the closed-door vote came to order.
Donald Trump's 2nd Impeachment Trial Gets Underway In US Senate
The Senate is convening Tuesday to commence with the impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump, the first Senate trial of a former president in U.S. history.
Authorities: Texas Man In Washington, DC Had Gun In Pickup And Asked Officer About Oval Office Info
A Texas man with a handgun and ammunition in his pickup truck was arrested near White House grounds on January 22 after telling an officer "he needed information about the Oval Office".
National Guard Troops Being Vetted As They Arrive To Guard US Capitol
Officials say they're worried about an insider attack or other threat from service members involved in securing President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration, prompting the vetting of all 25,000 National Guard troops coming into Washington for the event.
American Airlines: Flight Attendants Dealing With 'Politically Motivated Aggression' On DC Flights
Fort Worth-based American Airlines says it is taking new "precautionary" measures after rioting in the nation's capital -- including no longer serving alcohol on flights to and from Washington, DC.
Pence Announces Biden's Victory After Congress Completes Electoral Count
Vice President Mike Pence announced around 2:40 a.m. CST Thursday that President-elect Joe Biden had won the presidency after Congress completed the counting of the Electoral College votes.
House Orders Face Mask Mandates After GOP Texas Sen. Louie Gohmert Tests Positive For COVID-19
Speaker Nancy Pelosi and officials at the Capitol issued broad new face covering requirements Wednesday after a Republican member of Congress from Texas tested positive for the coronavirus.
North Texas Man Accused Of Shooting At Embassy Said He Feared Cuban Organized Crime
A North Texas man accused of spraying nearly three dozen rounds into the front of the Cuban Embassy in Washington, D.C. told police he wanted to "get them before they could get him."
North Texas Members Of Congress Voice Support After House Passes $2.2 Trillion Relief Package
North Texas members of congress are voicing their support after the House passed a $2.2 trillion bill that will provide economic relief for Americans and businesses amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Markets Drop As Senate Fails To Pass COVID-19 Aid/Stimulus Bill
The Senate failed Sunday to advance a third economic stimulus package to help Americans and the American economy weather the coronavirus pandemic.
House Judiciary Committee Approves Articles Of Impeachment Against President Trump
After more than 14 hours of heated debate on Thursday, the House Judiciary Committee voted to approve the articles of impeachment against President Trump Friday morning.
Grand Prairie Woman Arrested After Trying To Enter White House Grounds
The driver of an unauthorized vehicle that tried to enter the White House complex on November 21 is from North Texas.
Fort Worth Officials Travel To D.C., Push For New Gun Safety Laws
As Congress returns for the fall session, The U.S. Conference of Mayors is in Washington D.C. — pushing lawmakers to pass certain gun safety legislation.
City Looking Into Reported Confrontation Between Fort Worth Police Chief Joel Fitzgerald, CLEAT President In Washington
The mayor of Fort Worth said the city will be looking into the actions of the police chief during events meant to honor fallen officers.
Fallen Fort Worth Officer Garrett Hull's Name To Be Added To National Memorial In Washington DC
Honoring an officer who made the ultimate sacrifice. This weekend, Fort Worth police will fly to Washington D.C. where Cpl. Garrett Hull's name will be added to a national memorial.
CBS News Announces New Anchor Teams For Morning And Evening Broadcasts
CBS announced a new weekday anchor lineup naming Norah O'Donnell anchor and managing editor of the CBS Evening News and Gayle King, Anthony Mason and Tony Dokoupil co-hosts of CBS This Morning.
GOP-Led Senate Expected To Pass Resolution Rejecting Trump's Border Declaration
The Republican-led Senate is set to deal President Donald Trump a rebuke on his declaration of a national emergency at the Mexican border.
Former Texas Rep. Beto O'Rourke Announces 2020 White House Bid
Former Texas Rep. Beto O'Rourke has formally announced that he'll seek the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination.
Senate May Have Votes To Reject Trump's Border Wall Emergency Move
Opponents of President Donald Trump's declaration of a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border appear to have enough Senate votes to reject his move.
Senators Who Oppose Trump's Border Emergency Close To Votes Needed
Republicans say a Senate vote is likely in two weeks, but exactly what the Senate will vote on remains unclear.
Trump Declares National Emergency To Build Border Wall
President Donald Trump is signing a bill to fund the government and signing a national emergency declaration to free up more funds to build his border wall.
Energy Secretary Rick Perry Was Designated Survivor During State Of The Union
Every year the administration appoints one member of the Cabinet to remain outside the House chamber during the State of the Union in case disaster strikes.
Partial Government Shutdown On Track To Become Longest Ever
As the government shutdown drags into its third week with no solution in sight, the prolonged stalemate is nearing several major turning points.
What To Expect In The Second Week Of The Partial Government Shutdown
The government shutdown is in its second week, with President Trump and congressional Democrats still at an impasse over border wall funding.
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Pilot Point ISD installs new technology to aid in an active shooter situation
As school districts across North Texas make upgrades to their safety plans and equipment, Pilot Point ISD showed CBS 11 their latest addition.
Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD to start charging for meals at schools
The school district said that COVID-19 funding that allowed schools to serve free meals for all students was not authorized to continue during the 2022-2023 school year.
2 homes in Frisco catch on fire during severe weather
We needed the rain, but two families in Frisco are wishing Wednesday's storms didn't also include lightning that's believed to have cause fires which destroyed their homes.
Oak Cliff principal's rap video goes viral on Instagram
A video that was produced exclusively for a Dallas ISD school in Oak Cliff is making its rounds on social media.
After school activities are back up and running across North Texas
Back to school season is in full gear and besides preparing for the school day, many parents are figuring out after school plans and how to keep them safe.
Migrants bused to New York and D.C. caught in political battle
The Texas governor has bused thousands of migrants to New York City and Washington, D.C., since April.
Gardening 101: Industrial Composting
Composting should be considered a civic duty as well as a gift to your garden or landscape.
Dallas city council passes reproductive rights resolution
The city joins Denton and Austin, who have already passed similar resolutions.
Some of the biggest checks in college sports going to players in North Texas
Since these groups aren't directly affiliated with the university, they can pick and choose which players and teams they want to support.
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Pilot Point ISD installs new technology to aid in an active shooter situation
As school districts across North Texas make upgrades to their safety plans and equipment, Pilot Point ISD showed CBS 11 their latest addition.
Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD to start charging for meals at schools
The school district said that COVID-19 funding that allowed schools to serve free meals for all students was not authorized to continue during the 2022-2023 school year.
2 homes in Frisco catch on fire during severe weather
We needed the rain, but two families in Frisco are wishing Wednesday's storms didn't also include lightning that's believed to have cause fires which destroyed their homes.
Oak Cliff principal's rap video goes viral on Instagram
A video that was produced exclusively for a Dallas ISD school in Oak Cliff is making its rounds on social media.
After school activities are back up and running across North Texas
Back to school season is in full gear and besides preparing for the school day, many parents are figuring out after school plans and how to keep them safe.
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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 he took the Fifth in New York fraud investigation
The deposition is part of a wide-ranging probe into Trump's business practices by New York Attorney General Letitia James.
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.
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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.
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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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67-day dry spell ended on Wednesday with much needed rain
The chance of rain continues on Thursday and Friday!
Pilot Point ISD installs new technology to aid in an active shooter situation
As school districts across North Texas make upgrades to their safety plans and equipment, Pilot Point ISD showed CBS 11 their latest addition.
2 homes in Frisco catch on fire during severe weather
We needed the rain, but two families in Frisco are wishing Wednesday's storms didn't also include lightning that's believed to have cause fires which destroyed their homes.
Rain continues to move through North Texas this evening
Some storms briefly reached severe limits earlier, but right now it's all just much needed rain.
Oak Cliff principal's rap video goes viral on Instagram
A video that was produced exclusively for a Dallas ISD school in Oak Cliff is making its rounds on social media.
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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.
