Ex-nurse sentenced to death for killing four patients
The jury deliberated for two hours before deciding to sentence William Davis to death.
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Texas approves new congressional map
Texas Governor Greg Abbott, a Republican, signed a new congressional district map into law. Some congressional candidates planned to run in one district, but ended up living in another. State Representative Michelle Beckley, a Democrat, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to share her story.
NAACP urges athletes not to sign with Texas teams over controversial laws
"Until the legislation is overturned, Texas isn't safe for anyone," the letter reads.
Injured woman dies after Texas drag race crash that killed 2 boys
The driver was racing his 1990 Ford Mustang and began to lose control halfway down the track on an airport runway.
Tornadoes tear off roofs and leave trail of damage in Texas, Louisiana
Extreme winds and heavy downpours battered neighborhoods in Texas and Louisiana.
Tornado outbreak leaves destruction in South
On the heels of a powerful nor'easter, a swarm of tornadoes ripped through Texas and Louisiana. Janet Shamlian takes a look at the devastation.
Supreme Court to hear Texas abortion case
The U.S. Supreme Court will take up procedural challenges to Texas' controversial abortion law on November 1. The conservative majority has decided to allow the law, banning most abortions after about six weeks, to remain in place while legal proceedings are underway. CBS News political reporter Melissa Quinn joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with details.
Texas drag race driver slams into spectators, killing 2 children
A 6-year-old boy and an 8-year-old boy were killed and eight others injured at an event called "Airport Race Wars 2."
Body of missing Texas man found in Grand Teton National Park
The National Park Service said Jared Hembree was found after his vehicle was located in the eastern part of Grand Teton.
Supreme Court to hear abortion law challenges
The Supreme Court has agreed to fast-track challenges to the new abortion law in Texas. The justices will hear arguments November 1. But for now, the Texas law remains in effect. Ed O'Keefe has the details.
Trump supporters push election official to resign
A Hood County, Texas, election official resigned last week after Trump supporters campaigned to force her out — even though former President Trump won the county by a landslide in 2020. Jeremy Schwartz, a reporter for the ProPublica-Texas Tribune Investigative Initiative, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on his reporting.
Texas schools' reopening making frontline workers concerned
Some grade schools will reopen for in-person learning, but even applying all the safety measures for the school year is leaving educators and frontline workers concerned. Omar Villafranca reports for CBS News' series "The New Normal: Back to School."
U.S. tops 150,000 coronavirus deaths
In the past week, more than a quarter of the U.S. reported a record number of new COVID-19 deaths, and 14 states hit record highs for new cases. There is now a concern about the virus traveling back north. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Texas twins teach children how to swim with a splash of confidence
Health officials warn of a spike in childhood drownings this summer, as kids who have been cooped up seek relief in the water. Twin brothers in Texas want to make sure their community is safe. Janet Shamlian reports.
Rising concerns over coronavirus transmission by children
About 4,000 children have tested positive for the coronavirus in Texas' Dallas County since the start of the pandemic. Children living in a COVID hotspot are now vulnerable to the infection. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Southern hospitals pushed to the brink amid pandemic
As Texas hospitals continue to deal with the rise of coronavirus hospitalizations and deaths, four Texas counties have ordered refrigerated trucks to help store bodies. Janet Shamlian reports.
Florida emerges as coronavirus epicenter
Many state leaders are pleading for help as coronavirus infections continue to rise, especially in Florida, Texas and California. In Oklahoma, the governor tested positive for the coronavirus. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest.
Biden criticizes Trump over COVID-19 response
Joe Biden ridiculed President Trump's response to the coronavirus outbreak and criticized Mr. Trump for failing to listen to his own medical experts like Dr. Anthony Fauci. A new CBS Battleground Tracker poll finds Biden ahead or close to the president in Arizona, Texas and Florida, the current COVID-19 hotspots. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Hospitals overwhelmed as Florida reports record virus deaths
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is bringing 3,000 nurses, many out of state, to deal with the rapid rise of COVID-19 patients. Hospitals in Arizona and Texas are struggling to deal with the surge of patients. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
How the pandemic is reshaping the presidential race
Our new CBS Battleground poll shows Joe Biden with a six point lead over President Trump among likely voters in Florida, a tie in Arizona and the president with just a one point lead in Texas. Now, all three states are struggling with a surge of COVID-19 infections. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Texas hospital overwhelmed by virus patients
For the second time in a week, Texas hospitalized over 10,000 virus patients as officials worry about the lack of ICU beds in the entire state. Mireya Villarreal gives us an inside look at a Rio Grande Valley hospital where they've had to rent beds to accommodate the influx of patients.
Latino community in Texas hit hard by virus outbreak
The Latino community in Texas is being hit the hardest and account for nearly 29% of coronavirus deaths in the state. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Texas coronavirus cases surpass 200,000
Texas surpassed 200,000 coronavirus cases on Monday, marking a surge that has forced some hospitals across the state to prepare for hitting capacity. Janet Shamlian spoke to a nurse who contracted the disease and to Harris County's top elected official, who says she's begging Governor Greg Abbott for the authority to issue a mandatory stay-at-home order.
Woman gives birth to triplets after testing positive for COVID-19
A new mom in Texas is sharing the story of her remarkable birth of triplets following her positive COVID-19 diagnosis. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Houston mayor warns hospitals could be overwhelmed
Hospitals in Houston are running low on ICU beds as the projected COVID-19 peak is still weeks away. Texas recorded 3,449 new coronavirus cases Monday. Janet Shamlian reports.
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