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Memorial for 7‑year‑old Athena Strand unveiled at Bob's Crossing in Wise County
Barbies, cowgirl hats, and handwritten notes surround the cross placed after her death.
Confusion continues in Big Bend region over border wall plans
Since early 2026, a bipartisan coalition of local residents in the Big Bend region has banded together to fight against a border wall in the area.
What you need to know as early voting kicks off for 2026 Texas primary runoff election
Voters who participated in the March primary election may only vote in that same party's primary runoff for the remainder of the election cycle, officials say.
Japanese figure skating champion celebrates Japan's World Cup 2026 match in North Texas
The five-time national champion will put the crown aside to be a fan of the Japanese soccer team, which is coming to Arlington for the World Cup.
Hawk swoops down, bloodies Keller council candidate during weekend block walk
Russ Medeiros says he was struck mid‑walk while campaigning in the June 13 runoff against Jarrett "Doc" Armstrong.
Veteran's heartbreaking letter leads pit bull to new home at North Texas fire station
A pit bull named Jake put a group of Fort Worth firefighters to the test.
Paxton, supporters celebrate Trump's 11th hour endorsement in tight Senate GOP runoff
The president's timing came as a surprise to some people because he made the announcement on the second day of early voting and one week before election day.
Hall of Famer Jason Kidd out as Dallas Mavericks head coach as search begins
Team president Masai Ujiri says the franchise is shifting direction and launching a full coaching search
Changes to Dallas viaducts spark access concerns in Oak Cliff
The Jefferson Boulevard and Houston Street viaduct is how thousands of people get into downtown from the south every day.
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Paxton, supporters celebrate Trump's 11th hour endorsement in tight Senate GOP runoff
The president's timing came as a surprise to some people because he made the announcement on the second day of early voting and one week before election day.
What you need to know about the 2026 Texas primary runoff elections
Local North Texas races are set to be decided, along with candidates for key statewide races
What you need to know as early voting kicks off for 2026 Texas primary runoff election
Voters who participated in the March primary election may only vote in that same party's primary runoff for the remainder of the election cycle, officials say.
Cornyn, Paxton fight in GOP runoff for Texas Senate seat
It's a clash of some of the Texas GOP's biggest titans, and only one of them will move on to run against Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico in the general election in November.
Johnson and Allred blast each other's records in battle for District 33
Former Democratic Congressman Colin Allred and Democratic Congresswoman Julie Johnson of Farmers Branch, are now in a battle for the primary runoff in the newly drawn 33rd District
Oak Cliff voting coalition pushes last-day registration ahead of primary runoff election
On the last day to register before the primary runoff election, a voting coalition in Oak Cliff helped young voters get on the rolls.
Democratic candidates for Texas lieutenant governor discuss the runoff
State Rep. Vikki Goodwin and labor leader Marcos Velez both spoke recently with Jack Fink.
Fight over precinct-based voting plan for May 26 primary continues
Voters in both parties will not be able to go to any voting center in the county on May 26.
Texas AG candidates call school choice, Ten Commandments laws unconstitutional
Democrats running for Texas attorney general are challenging two high-profile Republican-backed laws ahead of the May 26 runoff.
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Storm chances increase ahead of wet Memorial Day weekend
Wednesday will be a quieter day for most of North Texas. The stalled boundary stays south and east, so the best rain chances will be focused there, while much of the metroplex sees only isolated activity or stays dry.
CBS Texas, Rangers surprise Springtown students after tornado forced Weather Day cancellation
After deadly storms forced Springtown Middle School students to miss Rangers Weather Day, CBS Texas and the Texas Rangers brought the experience straight to them — complete with weather experiments, surprises, explosions, and hundreds of game tickets.
Flash flooding threatens North Texas as storms move through
Tuesday night, storms shift south through the evening, but the front stalls across Central Texas overnight. Some lingering showers and storms remain possible, mainly south.
Strong storms move through North Texas bringing flash flood warnings
A cold front moves in from the north, which will increase our shower and thunderstorm chances throughout the day. The front likely stalls out for areas south and east, which is why storm chances linger into this evening
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Paxton, supporters celebrate Trump's 11th hour endorsement in tight Senate GOP runoff
The president's timing came as a surprise to some people because he made the announcement on the second day of early voting and one week before election day.
Cornyn, Paxton fight in GOP runoff for Texas Senate seat
It's a clash of some of the Texas GOP's biggest titans, and only one of them will move on to run against Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico in the general election in November.
Texas organizations weigh in on telehealth abortion access debate
The U.S. Supreme Court set aside a ruling that blocked women from being able to get the pills in the mail after having a telehealth visit.
How Texas women could be impacted by the Supreme Court's pending decision on abortion pills
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito or the entire Supreme Court could decide the next steps for the abortion drug mifepristone.
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Changes Fort Worth ISD can feel: newly appointed superintendent defends decisions
Big changes happened fast.
Keller ISD board approves plan to close three intermediate schools
The district will establish new boundaries for each school that will take in students from the consolidated campuses.
Keller ISD considers closing 3 intermediate schools over declining enrollment
According to a press release from the district on April 2, Shady Grove Elementary was originally included in the closure plans.
Texas school districts face first deadline from law requiring seat belts on buses
Districts must report to the TEA how much it will cost them to retrofit or replace their buses by May 29.
Texas public schools facing decline of 75,000 students this year, TEA says
Next year, public education is expected to lose 120,000 students or more, according to demographer Bob Templeton, who testified in Austin on Monday.
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Storm chances increase ahead of wet Memorial Day weekend
Wednesday will be a quieter day for most of North Texas. The stalled boundary stays south and east, so the best rain chances will be focused there, while much of the metroplex sees only isolated activity or stays dry.
New memorial built to honor 7‑year‑old Athena Strand at Bobo’s Crossing
A roadside memorial in Wise County has been rebuilt in bright pink to honor 7‑year‑old Athena Strand, turning a painful reminder of her loss into a symbol of community love. A local landscaper created it after Athena’s mother asked for help, and neighbors say it reflects both their grief and their unity.
Veteran's heartbreaking letter leads pit bull to new home at North Texas fire station
Over the weekend, Jake's owner was forced to make the hardest decision of his life: give up his best friend so he could work to get his own life back together.
Man intentionally drove Cybertruck into North Texas lake, police say
First responders had to remove a Tesla Cybertruck from Grapevine Lake late Monday evening, after the Grapevine Police Department said the driver intentionally drove it into the water.
Confusion continues over border wall plans in Big Bend region
Since early 2026, a bipartisan coalition of local residents in the Big Bend region has banded together to fight against a border wall in the area.
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Confusion continues in Big Bend region over border wall plans
Since early 2026, a bipartisan coalition of local residents in the Big Bend region has banded together to fight against a border wall in the area.
Dilley residents' opinions split on living near controversial immigration detention facility
The self-proclaimed "Watermelon Capital of Texas" was once best known for its fruit output.
Fort Worth DACA recipient on edge awaiting work authorization ruling
An ongoing legal case threatens to strip work authorization from tens of thousands of Texas DACA recipients.
How the U.S. immigration landscape looks more than a year into President Trump's second term
More than a year into his second term, President Trump has maintained an aggressive approach to immigration.
North Texas pastor forced to self-deported could return sooner than thought after change in visa policy
Pastor Albert Oliveira said that prayers were definitely answered for him and for thousands of foreign-born religious workers who are caught up in a visa backlog.
How more Texas law enforcement agencies are working with federal immigration authorities
While the 287(g) program isn't new, it's dramatically grown in Texas over the past 12 months.
Trump's support among Latinos slips, Pew report shows
A new Pew survey shows Trump's support among Latinos slipping as many say his immigration and economic policies have worsened their situation.
Amid visa backlog, foreign-born North Texas pastor self-deports
Pastor Albert Oliveira is one of many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States forced to make the difficult decision to self-deport.
North Texas pastor among foreign-born religious workers forced to self-deport
Pastor Albert Oliveira is just one of the many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States choosing to self-deport amid a visa backlog.
I-Team Investigations
Down the drain: how massive donations went to defunct Dallas nonprofit
Weeks after an I-Team report, the IRS posted that it had revoked Hunger Busters' nonprofit status in May 2025.
North Texas firefighters say workers' comp coverage for cancer cases is battle
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
Texas is investigating the rooftop solar industry, after years of CBS News Texas reporting
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
How police departments' poorly-enforced rules enable off-duty misconduct
Across the U.S., police officers moonlight in bars, clubs, and private security jobs with little oversight. A CBS News and Howard Center investigation reveals how weak policies allow misconduct, corruption, and threats to public safety to persist.
Texas lawmakers look to address "notification fatigue"
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
The Amber Alert has a problem. Texans are tuning out.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
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North Texas explosion video raises concerns about old gas pipes
State records show regulators ordered the removal of a plastic gas pipe installed in the early 1970s after it was linked to multiple explosions and deaths in North Texas.
Nearly 30 years after a federal safety warning, another gas explosion raises questions in Lake Dallas
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Abandoned baby raises new questions about Texas' Baby Moses law
A North Texas baby placed under the safe haven law is at the center of a rare custody fight after the biological family came forward months later seeking to reclaim him.
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Political Science Professor discusses heated battle between Sen. John Cornyn and Texas AG Ken Paxton
SMU Political Science Professor Matthew Wilson breaks down the heated battle between Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton in the GOP primary runoff for U.S. Senate. He and Jack Fink also discuss other races in Texas.
Avow Texas on mifepristone safety debate following Supreme Court ruling on the abortion medication
Ja’Loni Owens of Avow Texas discusses the latest U.S. Supreme Court decision allowing continued access—for now—to the abortion pill mifepristone under the FDA’s 2023 rule. Owens discusses why she supports the ruling, citing decades of FDA approval and global research supporting the safety of medication abortion.
Texas Values reacts to Supreme Court mifepristone abortion medication decision, what it means
Jonathan Saenz, President of Texas Values, discusses the latest U.S. Supreme Court decision involving the abortion pill mifepristone. Saenz also outlines how advocacy groups like Texas Values are responding, including legal filings and potential legislative action in Texas.
Grapevine Mayor William Tate celebrates five decades in office, discusses his time served and legacy
William D. Tate, one of the state's longest-serving mayors in the state of Texas, is celebrating five decades as Grapevine's mayor on Sunday, May 17th. Tate said he hopes the younger generation will continue the family's tradition of service and said he believes his legacy will be determined by residents.
Republican Texas Sen. Bryan Hughes hopes the U.S. Supreme Court will uphold ruling on abortion drugs
Republican Texas Sen. Bryan Hughes of Tyler said he hopes the U.S. Supreme Court will uphold the Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling. The ruling currently blocks the FDA's 2023 rule allowing women to have a telehealth visit before receiving a prescription for the abortion drug mifepristone.
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Japanese figure skating champion celebrates Japan's World Cup 2026 match in North Texas
The five-time national champion will put the crown aside to be a fan of the Japanese soccer team, which is coming to Arlington for the World Cup.
Chiefs WR Rashee Rice sentenced to 30 days in jail for probation violation
Court records show Rice failed a drug test, violating his probation from a 2025 plea agreement.
Rangers fall to Rockies after Mackenzie Gore leaves with injury after first inning
The Rockies scored two in the third when Karros hit a grounder to third baseman Jung for a two-out error.
Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd lead Wings to 92-69 win over Mystics
Top draft pick Azzi Fudd scored a season-high 12 points off the bench and Paige Bueckers added 18 points and seven assists.
Will fans be allowed to tailgate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Arlington? Here's what we know.
As North Texas gears up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, fans are already asking what game day traditions will look like in Arlington. Officials say tailgating will be allowed — but it may feel different from a typical Cowboys game day.
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Memorial for 7‑year‑old Athena Strand unveiled at Bob's Crossing in Wise County
Barbies, cowgirl hats, and handwritten notes surround the cross placed after her death.
Confusion continues in Big Bend region over border wall plans
Since early 2026, a bipartisan coalition of local residents in the Big Bend region has banded together to fight against a border wall in the area.
What you need to know as early voting kicks off for 2026 Texas primary runoff election
Voters who participated in the March primary election may only vote in that same party's primary runoff for the remainder of the election cycle, officials say.
Japanese figure skating champion celebrates Japan's World Cup 2026 match in North Texas
The five-time national champion will put the crown aside to be a fan of the Japanese soccer team, which is coming to Arlington for the World Cup.
Hawk swoops down, bloodies Keller council candidate during weekend block walk
Russ Medeiros says he was struck mid‑walk while campaigning in the June 13 runoff against Jarrett "Doc" Armstrong.
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North Texas firefighters say workers' comp coverage for cancer cases is battle
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
Texas is investigating the rooftop solar industry, after years of CBS News Texas reporting
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
Texas lawmakers look to address "notification fatigue"
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
The Amber Alert has a problem. Texans are tuning out.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
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North Texas explosion video raises concerns about old gas pipes
State records show regulators ordered the removal of a plastic gas pipe installed in the early 1970s after it was linked to multiple explosions and deaths in North Texas.
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Paxton, supporters celebrate Trump's 11th hour endorsement in tight Senate GOP runoff
The president's timing came as a surprise to some people because he made the announcement on the second day of early voting and one week before election day.
Trump endorses Paxton in Texas Senate race ahead of runoff
President Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Tuesday in the Texas Senate race, seeking to bring to an end a costly contest just a week ahead of the scheduled runoff.
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Troops say Army ignored request for more medical support before deadly attack
Survivors say they'd asked for more medical support before the Iranian drone strike that killed six U.S. soldiers at their command post in Kuwait in the war's first 24 hours.
Trump admin. proposes admitting thousands more Afrikaners to U.S. as refugees
The Trump administration is doubling down on efforts to resettle White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees, proposing to increase the government's refugee cap to welcome thousands more of them, according to a plan obtained by CBS News.
Massie defiant as Trump seeks to oust him in primary: "I'm going to win"
Massie said the president is worried about his preferred candidate Ed Gallrein's chances in the Kentucky race.
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California to provide 400 free diapers for newborns at dozens of hospitals
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries moves headquarters to Texas after 17 years in Philadelphia area
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Nearly 30 years after a federal safety warning, another gas explosion raises questions in Lake Dallas
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Driverless taxi company Zoox to begin testing in Dallas
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Lawsuit accuses McDonald's of deception on grounds that McRib has no rib meat
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
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Hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrives in Netherlands
The cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has docked at the Dutch port of Rotterdam for disinfection, wrapping up a troubled journey that put world health authorities on alert.
Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda declared global health emergency
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
Controversial FDA official leaving drug center post in latest departure at agency
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
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Parents sue OpenAI over teen's death after he used ChatGPT to get drug info
A Texas couple is filing a lawsuit accusing the AI company of guiding their teenage son in using drugs, resulting in a fatal overdose.
Americans from hantavirus-hit ship arrive in U.S., including 1 who tested positive
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
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World Cup hotel bookings short of expectations in Texas
Expensive tickets, trouble getting visas and anti-American sentiment may all be contributing to underwhelming demand.
North Texas auto dealer discusses the impact of tariffs on business, customers
Herring said that in the year before tariffs, used car sales were just under half of his business at his dealership in Irving; Now, they are nearly 75 percent.
Bimbo Bakeries moves headquarters to Texas after 17 years in Philadelphia area
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Dallas-based chocolatier Kate Weiser Chocolate to permanently close
Weiser said "the last few years has required a heavy financial lift to continue operating."
Bridge removal leaves Downtown Dallas businesses searching for customers
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
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Japanese figure skating champion celebrates Japan's World Cup 2026 match in North Texas
The five-time national champion will put the crown aside to be a fan of the Japanese soccer team, which is coming to Arlington for the World Cup.
Chiefs WR Rashee Rice sentenced to 30 days in jail for probation violation
Court records show Rice failed a drug test, violating his probation from a 2025 plea agreement.
Rangers fall to Rockies after Mackenzie Gore leaves with injury after first inning
The Rockies scored two in the third when Karros hit a grounder to third baseman Jung for a two-out error.
Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd lead Wings to 92-69 win over Mystics
Top draft pick Azzi Fudd scored a season-high 12 points off the bench and Paige Bueckers added 18 points and seven assists.
Will fans be allowed to tailgate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Arlington? Here's what we know.
As North Texas gears up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, fans are already asking what game day traditions will look like in Arlington. Officials say tailgating will be allowed — but it may feel different from a typical Cowboys game day.
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A "Survivor" finalist's mission to prove his late sister was murdered
"Survivor" 48 and 50 contestant Joe Hunter believes his sister Joanna, whose death was ruled a suicide, was murdered. He and their mother are working to be Joanna's voice and advocate for others who have experienced domestic violence.
Dua Lipa alleges Samsung uses copyrighted image of her to sell TVs
Pop singer accuses electronics manufacturer Samsung of using a copyrighted image of her face to sell TVs.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker says she'd like to make a cameo appearance on Taylor Sheridan's Landman
"The question is what do they get themselves into that requires a visit to the mayor's office? I don't know, but I would love to," said Mattie Parker in an interview with CBS News Texas.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reach settlement in "It Ends With Us" lawsuit
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
Shakira draws 2 million spectators in free concert on Copacabana Beach
The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year on one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.
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Photos: Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returns to North Texas
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Texas Health NICU babies celebrate first Valentine's Day in style
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
Mavericks fans call for GM Nico Harrison's firing ahead of Anthony Davis' first home game
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
