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Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Anna family shares their story of hope
A local family from Anna says when you get this diagnosis, your world stops. And now, they're sharing their story in hopes it'll bring comfort to those battling this disease.
Migrants, advocates in El Paso call "mirrored patrols" an inhumane fix to the border crisis
Border officials credit what is called "mirrored patrols" with Mexican authorities for the small drop, yet migrant advocates CBS News Texas spoke with call it a temporary and inhumane fix.
North Texas artist Francisco Moreno explores unusual combinations
His paintings play with unusual combinations, like adding a touch of sci-fi to a Renaissance portrait or including imagery for the Americas in a scene set in Italy.
Why is it so hard to evict a serial squatter? We asked an attorney who's done it.
The return of a woman nicknamed the "serial squatter" by eviction attorneys is raising questions about how difficult it can be to evict someone from a home.
Eye on Politics: Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson becomes a Republican
Jack Fink covers the biggest political stories making headlines across North Texas this week.
Texas Lawmakers respond to federal judge's ruling striking down SB 12
This week, a federal judge in Houston blocked a new state law that cracks down on sexually oriented performances, including some drag shows.
Dallas ISD's Wilmer-Hutchins Eagles are soaring this year with new "girly girl" kicker
"I have an uncle who plays football," 17-year-old Jacqueline Aguilar shared. "He played for Kansas and he's the one supporting me. And he was like, 'Oh, you have to do this.'"
Watch Jeopardy and Win!
Watch Jeopardy! for your chance to win tickets to the State Fair of Texas!
No victims injured after reported shooting at Vandergriff Honda in Arlington, police say
An investigation is underway after a shooting was reported at the Vandergriff Honda in Arlington Thursday evening.
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Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Anna family shares their story in hopes to bring others comfort
A local family from Anna says when you get this diagnosis, your world stops. And now, they're sharing their story in hopes it'll bring comfort to those battling this disease.
The State Fair of Texas is just hours away!
Ready for some fun, North Texas?! You know we are!
Migrants, advocates in El Paso call "mirrored patrols" an inhumane fix to the border crisis
Border officials credit what is called "mirrored patrols" with Mexican authorities for the small drop, yet migrant advocates CBS News Texas spoke with call it a temporary and inhumane fix.
Dog trainer Alan Brown facing facing felony animal cruelty charges
A dog trainer is facing felony animal cruelty charges after three families came forward this summer saying their dogs died while in his care.
ATF Dallas offering up to $15K for information on death of 2-year-old Zyah Lacy
Lacy died after a drive-by shooting last weekend in South Dallas, just outside Fair Park.
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North Texas can expect some wet weather next week
Rain chances return to North Texas next week.
Sunny skies for the State Fair
We're tracking heat and sunshine for the next several days. Thursday morning is starting off with clear skies and temperatures in the low to mid 70s.
Warm temps ahead of a cold front for the first week of October
North Texas will stay dry as we wait for a cold front to move through next week, which should bring some much needed rain to the area.
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Hispanic Heritage Month
North Texas artist Francisco Moreno explores unusual combinations
His paintings play with unusual combinations, like adding a touch of sci-fi to a Renaissance portrait or including imagery for the Americas in a scene set in Italy.
Dallas native Rikki Rincón's mission to promote Latin talent
A Dallas native and raised in Oak Cliff, Rikki Rincón is well-traveled and well-versed with the international music scene.
Blend of Hispanic culture and Cowboys fandom drives "Cowboys Life Car Club"
You already know CBS celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month but so do the Cowboys!
How former Dallas Cowboy Tony Casillas honors his Hispanic heritage
The Dallas Cowboys are the most valuable franchise in pro sports, in no small part because they have the largest Hispanic and Latino fan base in the NFL.
Adelfa Callejo, "La Madrina" of Dallas, honored with statue in Main Street Garden Park
CBS celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, and in Dallas, there is one woman's name that stands out.
On Your Corner. In Your Corner.
Utility scams targeting North Texas hotels and homeowners
Residents and businesses have received fraudulent calls and texts about the status of their water utility accounts.
What Denton County luxury home development signals about North Texas real estate market
A new luxury home development is coming to North Texas.
Irving artist uses homes as his muse: "He created a masterpiece on my curb"
Aaron Estrada is not your average curb painter. From sunsets to submarines, your favorite band or sports team, he's even painted pets on curbs.
Coppell ISD launches first-of-its-kind STEAM program for elementary school students
"There's other programs out there, but nothing like we're doing here," said Mike Yakubovsky, the STEAM instructional coach for Coppell ISD.
Garland breaks ground on $64 million redevelopment program
The city of Garland is starting construction on a new redevelopment project off of I-30 and Broadway.
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One on One with Whistleblower & former Deputy Attorney General Blake Brickman
This week, some of the former top deputies hired by Attorney General Ken Paxton held a news conference to discuss the next steps in their whistleblower lawsuit against the state. Included in that group is Blake Brickman, who spoke with Jack Fink about their fight going forward.
Eye on Politics: Democratic PAC director Matt Angle about the response to Mayor Eric Johnson switchi
The Dallas County Democratic party has called on Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson to resign. Jack Fink talks to Democratic strategist Matt Angle about the situation.
Eye on Politics: Republican strategist Vinnie Minchillo on Mayor Eric Johnson switching parties
Jack Fink speaks to Republican strategist Vinnie Minchillo about Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson switching parties and the fallout that has occurred since.
Michael Williams speaks about the impact of the verdict in the Ken Paxton impeachment trial
We interviewed Michael Williams, former Texas Railroad Commissioner and former Texas Education Agency Commissioner, about the hostility between the two Republican leaders and its potential impact on the legislature going forward.
Full Interview: Republican State Senator Kelly Hancock
Republican State Senator Kelly Hancock, R-North Richland Hills tells Jack Fink about his votes to convict Attorney General Ken Paxton on many of the impeachment articles. Paxton was acquitted by the Republican majority in the Senate.
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Why is it so hard to evict a serial squatter? We asked an attorney who's done it.
The return of a woman nicknamed the "serial squatter" by eviction attorneys is raising questions about how difficult it can be to evict someone from a home.
Jury awards $1M to son of Tony Timpa, who died in police custody in 2016
A federal jury awarded the 15-year-old son of Tony Timpa $1 million in damages seven years after Timpa died in police custody.
Serial squatter strikes again, threatening to leave Rowlett woman homeless
"Why is Texas protecting her? Because she did this once or twice in Colorado and they put her in prison."
Texas schools received 77,000 threats last year. Some schools lack the resources to respond.
Texas schools received more than 77,000 threats last year, according to data collected by the Texas Education Agency.
I-Team: 7 years after dying in police custody, civil trial starts in the death of Tony Timpa
More than seven years after 32-year-old Tony Timpa died in police custody after calling 911 for help, the civil trial against four Dallas police officers began Monday.
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Dallas ISD's Wilmer-Hutchins Eagles are soaring this year with new "girly girl" kicker
"I have an uncle who plays football," 17-year-old Jacqueline Aguilar shared. "He played for Kansas and he's the one supporting me. And he was like, 'Oh, you have to do this.'"
García, Dunning push Rangers to the brink of a playoff berth in a 5-0 win over the Angels
The Texas Rangers moved to the brink of clinching their first playoff berth since 2016 with a 5-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Wilson's 30 points, 11 rebounds leads Aces to 91-84 win over Wings in Game 2 of WNBA semis
Wilson is the first player in WNBA playoffs history with three consecutive 30-point games.
Drury, Detmers help Angels snap Rangers' 6-game winning streak with 9-3 victory
The Angels rolled to a 9-3 victory over Texas on Tuesday night preventing the Rangers from getting another step closer to wrapping up their first playoff appearance since 2016.
Rangers back Gray with 3 straight homers, beat Angels 5-1 to maintain AL West lead
Adolis García, Mitch Garver and Nathaniel Lowe hit consecutive home runs in the sixth inning, and the first-place Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-1 for their sixth straight victory.
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Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Anna family shares their story of hope
A local family from Anna says when you get this diagnosis, your world stops. And now, they're sharing their story in hopes it'll bring comfort to those battling this disease.
Migrants, advocates in El Paso call "mirrored patrols" an inhumane fix to the border crisis
Border officials credit what is called "mirrored patrols" with Mexican authorities for the small drop, yet migrant advocates CBS News Texas spoke with call it a temporary and inhumane fix.
North Texas artist Francisco Moreno explores unusual combinations
His paintings play with unusual combinations, like adding a touch of sci-fi to a Renaissance portrait or including imagery for the Americas in a scene set in Italy.
Why is it so hard to evict a serial squatter? We asked an attorney who's done it.
The return of a woman nicknamed the "serial squatter" by eviction attorneys is raising questions about how difficult it can be to evict someone from a home.
Eye on Politics: Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson becomes a Republican
Jack Fink covers the biggest political stories making headlines across North Texas this week.
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Why is it so hard to evict a serial squatter? We asked an attorney who's done it.
The return of a woman nicknamed the "serial squatter" by eviction attorneys is raising questions about how difficult it can be to evict someone from a home.
Jury awards $1M to son of Tony Timpa, who died in police custody in 2016
A federal jury awarded the 15-year-old son of Tony Timpa $1 million in damages seven years after Timpa died in police custody.
Serial squatter strikes again, threatening to leave Rowlett woman homeless
"Why is Texas protecting her? Because she did this once or twice in Colorado and they put her in prison."
Texas schools received 77,000 threats last year. Some schools lack the resources to respond.
Texas schools received more than 77,000 threats last year, according to data collected by the Texas Education Agency.
I-Team: 7 years after dying in police custody, civil trial starts in the death of Tony Timpa
More than seven years after 32-year-old Tony Timpa died in police custody after calling 911 for help, the civil trial against four Dallas police officers began Monday.
Politics
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Eye on Politics: Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson becomes a Republican
Jack Fink covers the biggest political stories making headlines across North Texas this week.
Texas Lawmakers respond to federal judge's ruling striking down SB 12
This week, a federal judge in Houston blocked a new state law that cracks down on sexually oriented performances, including some drag shows.
One on One with Whistleblower & former Deputy Attorney General Blake Brickman
This week, some of the former top deputies hired by Attorney General Ken Paxton held a news conference to discuss the next steps in their whistleblower lawsuit against the state. Included in that group is Blake Brickman, who spoke with Jack Fink about their fight going forward.
Eye on Politics: Democratic PAC director Matt Angle about the response to Mayor Eric Johnson switchi
The Dallas County Democratic party has called on Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson to resign. Jack Fink talks to Democratic strategist Matt Angle about the situation.
Eye on Politics: Republican strategist Vinnie Minchillo on Mayor Eric Johnson switching parties
Jack Fink speaks to Republican strategist Vinnie Minchillo about Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson switching parties and the fallout that has occurred since.
Consumer News
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Shopping on Amazon Prime Day? Here's what you need to know
At one of the largest Amazon delivery hubs, associates and drivers are hitting the ground bright and early for Amazon Prime Day.
Schumer asks FDA to investigate Logan Paul's energy drink
PRIME faces scrutiny from lawmakers and health experts over its potentially dangerous levels of caffeine.
Soaring prices for North Texas apartments squeeze renters
When it comes to finding a place to live in North Texas, renting has become just as competitive and expensive as a home, if not more so.
Dream swimming pools turn into nightmares for dozens of North Texans
Dozens of North Texans paid a pool contractor for projects it never completed. Now they're trying to figure out what happens next.
Tesla recalls 'Full Self-Driving' to fix flaws in behavior
Electric automaker Tesla is recalling nearly 363,000 vehicles.
Health News
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Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Anna family shares their story of hope
A local family from Anna says when you get this diagnosis, your world stops. And now, they're sharing their story in hopes it'll bring comfort to those battling this disease.
After pharmacists walk out, CVS vows to improve working conditions
CVS Health pharmacists are being run ragged by insufficient staff and corporate quotas that jeopardize patient safety, protest organizers claim.
FDA updates Ozempic label with potential blocked intestines side effect
The FDA stopped short of saying the potentially life-threatening condition was caused by the drugs, which have become popular for weight loss.
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
Concern is raised as hospitalizations for COVID-19 increase among seniors and kids
Seniors have the highest rates of COVID hospitalizations by far, but hospitalizations among children—especially among those younger than 5—are rising fast.
Business News
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The federal government is headed into a shutdown. When will it start and what's next?
The federal government is heading toward a shutdown that will disrupt many services, squeeze workers and roil politics.
Texas ranks 2nd most visited wine region in the US
The Texas Hill Country is home to hundreds of wineries.
American Airlines fined $4.1 million for dozens of long tarmac delays
The fine is the largest ever for keeping passengers on delayed flights without giving them a chance to leave the plane.
Nissan recalls 236,000+ cars over problem that can cause loss of steering
Nissan is recalling more than 236,000 small cars in the U.S. because the tie rods in front suspension can bend and break.
Tesla CFO Zachary Kirkhorn steps down
Tesla Chief Financial Officer Zachary Kirkhorn has left the company after 13 years with the the electric vehicle and solar panel maker.
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Dallas ISD's Wilmer-Hutchins Eagles are soaring this year with new "girly girl" kicker
"I have an uncle who plays football," 17-year-old Jacqueline Aguilar shared. "He played for Kansas and he's the one supporting me. And he was like, 'Oh, you have to do this.'"
García, Dunning push Rangers to the brink of a playoff berth in a 5-0 win over the Angels
The Texas Rangers moved to the brink of clinching their first playoff berth since 2016 with a 5-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Wilson's 30 points, 11 rebounds leads Aces to 91-84 win over Wings in Game 2 of WNBA semis
Wilson is the first player in WNBA playoffs history with three consecutive 30-point games.
Drury, Detmers help Angels snap Rangers' 6-game winning streak with 9-3 victory
The Angels rolled to a 9-3 victory over Texas on Tuesday night preventing the Rangers from getting another step closer to wrapping up their first playoff appearance since 2016.
Rangers back Gray with 3 straight homers, beat Angels 5-1 to maintain AL West lead
Adolis García, Mitch Garver and Nathaniel Lowe hit consecutive home runs in the sixth inning, and the first-place Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-1 for their sixth straight victory.
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Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Black musician accused of trafficking his own children aboard American Airlines flight
Black musician David Ryan Harris says that he was accused of trafficking his own children by a flight attendant on an American Airlines flight two weeks ago.
WGA ends strike, releases details on tentative deal with studios
The Writers Guild of America released the details of their tentative agreement with Hollywood studios and have unanimously voted to end the nearly 150-day strike.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
David McCallum, star of hit TV series 'The Man From U.N.C.L.E.' and 'NCIS,' dies at 90
Actor David McCallum, who became a teen heartthrob in the hit series "The Man From U.N.C.L.E." in the 1960s and played the eccentric medical examiner in the popular "NCIS" 40 years later, has died. He was 90.
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Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Anna family shares their story in hopes to bring others comfort
A local family from Anna says when you get this diagnosis, your world stops. And now, they're sharing their story in hopes it'll bring comfort to those battling this disease.
The State Fair of Texas is just hours away!
Ready for some fun, North Texas?! You know we are!
Migrants, advocates in El Paso call "mirrored patrols" an inhumane fix to the border crisis
Border officials credit what is called "mirrored patrols" with Mexican authorities for the small drop, yet migrant advocates CBS News Texas spoke with call it a temporary and inhumane fix.
Dog trainer Alan Brown facing facing felony animal cruelty charges
A dog trainer is facing felony animal cruelty charges after three families came forward this summer saying their dogs died while in his care.
ATF Dallas offering up to $15K for information on death of 2-year-old Zyah Lacy
Lacy died after a drive-by shooting last weekend in South Dallas, just outside Fair Park.
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ERCOT supply and demand
ERCOT is asking residents to conserve electricity use
Life in plastic — it's fantastic! NICU babies living the Barbie life
No one puts these dolls back in their boxes. Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth are pretty in pink!
Little ones in the NICU at Texas Health hospitals are ready for the Fourth of July!
Babies in the neonatal intensive care units at Texas Health won't be able to go home for this year's Fourth of July, but that doesn't mean they can't join in the festivities.
After the Storm: Matador Tornado Damage
A tornado struck Matador, killing at least four people, injuring nine.
HAIL-uva storm system sweeps through North Texas
Strong to severe storms have kept North Texans on their toes this week, with large hail pelting some areas and a tornado claiming three people's lives in Perryton, about 115 miles northeast of Amarillo.
