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3 people found dead after apparent murder-suicide at Allen park, police say
When officers arrived, they found three people inside a vehicle with "apparent gunshot wounds." All were confirmed deceased at the scene.
Ken Paxton impeachment trial: what the attorney general is accused of
Over the course of the past month, Paxton's team and the the Texas House members tasked with making the case against the attorney general, have gone back and forth.
White Settlement police arrest man they say smoked meth in department's public restroom
When an officer went in to check on the man—who had reportedly been inside the restroom for almost an hour—he was found smoking meth, police said.
What to expect from the Ken Paxton impeachment trial
We've broken down some of the rules and how it's expected to play out.
Key players in Ken Paxton's impeachment trial
A quick look at some of the people who will play a big role when the trial begins Sept. 5.
Lake safety top of mind this Labor Day Weekend
Every drowning on Lewisville Lake this summer has had one thing in common – none of the victims were wearing life jackets.
State Fair of Texas preps well underway at Fair Park
With four weeks until opening day, crews are hard at work setting up the 137th State Fair of Texas.
18-year-old arrested after bringing loaded handgun to football game, North Richland Hills police say
Police said while it is illegal to possess a firearm on school grounds, they have "not discovered evidence to support any planned act of violence."
Which stores are open — and closed — on Labor Day
On the federal holiday that celebrates workers, many stores will be open during regular business hours.
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More triple-digit weather ahead next week
The miserable heat isn't going anywhere just yet.
Arlington opens up splash pads, pools again
Arlington has opened up splash pads and pools after a water sample came back negative for brain-eating amoeba.
Garland murder suspects identified, one still at large
Garland detectives identified 17-year-old Natalie Navarro and 21-year-old Yordy Martinez as persons of interest in the case, and obtained warrants for murder for them both.
3 people found dead after apparent murder-suicide at Allen park, police say
When officers arrived, they found three people inside a vehicle with "apparent gunshot wounds." All were confirmed deceased at the scene.
TCU student fatally shot in West 7th area
Police say TCU finance junior Wes Smith was shot multiple times shortly after 1 a.m. Friday morning.
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More triple-digit weather ahead next week
The miserable heat isn't going anywhere just yet.
Warm evening ahead for North Texas
Going out tonight? Expect a warm summer evening.
Triple digit temperatures return over the weekend
By Sunday and Labor Day, high temperatures will be near 100 degrees. Our average high this weekend is 92 degrees.
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Excessive Heat in North Texas
Here are cooling locations open to the public across North Texas
Beat the heat at these cooling locations in DFW.
How ERCOT is narrowly getting through an extreme summer
After months of unrelenting heat during a particularly sweltering summer, the Texas power grid's ability to meet high electricity demand hit shaky ground Aug. 17.
Here we go again: ERCOT calls on Texans to conserve energy Wednesday evening
For the second day in a row, ERCOT is asking Texans to conserve energy.
Veteran UPS driver dies days after working in North Texas heat
UPS driver Christopher Begley, 57, died after working in the heat on Aug. 23.
ERCOT asks Texans to conserve energy Tuesday due to thermal power plants being offline
On Tuesday, Texans were asked to cut back on their power usage between the hours of 5 and 9 p.m., but for a unique reason.
On Your Corner. In Your Corner.
Behind the Amazon package waiting at your door is a massive economic engine in North Texas
Amazon employs more than 1,500 full- and part-time employees in Denton County.
Coppell adds Narcan, bleed control kits to AED boxes around city
The City of Coppell recently put bleed control kits and Narcan mist in 19 different AED boxes around the city.
Justice delivered for North Texas couple with $11K damage to truck
A couple in Grand Prairie has been on a wild goose chase trying to get someone to take responsibility for what appears to be a simple hit-and-run case.
On Your Corner. In Your Corner: Irving barber shop offers more than fresh new dos
Stephanie Marquez is fueled by the determination to make a difference in the lives of Irving's youth.
On Your Corner. In Your Corner: City of Coppell encourages residents to conserve water
The City of Coppell is urging everyone to pay attention to their water usage right now.
Jack Fink Interviews
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Fort Worth mayor on city budget, tax rate debate
Mattie Parker speaks with Jack Fink about Fort Worth, ongoing budget discussions, and how the city's growth is affecting services like public safety and parks.
One-on-one with Republican presidential candidate Will Hurd
Jack Fink sits down with the former Texas congressman to discuss why he thinks he should be president.
DPD Chief Garcia & Mayor Johnson talk effectiveness of city's violent crime reduction plan
New statistics from the Dallas Police Department show violent crime fell in targeted hot spots during the second year of the Dallas Police Department's violent crime reduction plan. Police Chief Eddie Garcia and Mayor Eric Johnson spoke with CBS News Texas about the plan during a joint exclusive interview.
One-on-one with Rep. Roger Williams
Jack Fink spoke with Republican North Texas Congressman Roger Williams this week.
One-on-One: Jack Fink and former Texas Secretary of State John Scott
Interview with the former Texas Secretary of State, John Scott, after wrapping up as interim Texas Attorney General. Jack Fink asks about what the office was like when Scott arrived and discusses elections in the state of Texas.
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I-Team uncovers how Texas lawmakers diverted millions away from auto theft task forces
Lock your doors because the number of vehicles stolen is hitting new highs in Texas.
New school safety chief aims to 'professionalize' security at all Texas schools
"There is never a finish line when it comes to security."
I-Team update: New rules regarding restraints & arrests of young students
The State of Texas can no longer use one specific form of discipline on young students.
Texas schools trying to fill mental health professional shortage gaps with telehealth & teen court programs
Eighty percent of Texas counties are designated as mental health professional shortage areas.
Texas takes steps to protect parents from wrongful child abuse accusations
Major changes go into effect next month on how child abuse investigations in Texas are conducted.
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Micah Parsons claims the top spot in AP's NFL defensive line rankings
The biggest question when Micah Parsons entered the NFL two years ago was where he was best suited to play.
ACC clears way to add Stanford, Cal, SMU, AP sources say
The Atlantic Coast Conference has cleared the way for Stanford, California and SMU to join the league.
Wear purple on Fridays during the TCU football season, get discounts around Fort Worth
Go Purple Fridays are back, TCU fans!
Hall of Famer, former Dallas Cowboys executive Gil Brandt dies at 91
Gil Brandt was the vice president of player personnel for the Cowboys from 1960 to 1988.
Stewart lifts Mets to 6-5, 10-inning win that drops Rangers into 3rd in AL West
The New York Mets beat Texas 6-5 on Wednesday night, dropping the Rangers into third place in the tight AL West.
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3 people found dead after apparent murder-suicide at Allen park, police say
When officers arrived, they found three people inside a vehicle with "apparent gunshot wounds." All were confirmed deceased at the scene.
Ken Paxton impeachment trial: what the attorney general is accused of
Over the course of the past month, Paxton's team and the the Texas House members tasked with making the case against the attorney general, have gone back and forth.
White Settlement police arrest man they say smoked meth in department's public restroom
When an officer went in to check on the man—who had reportedly been inside the restroom for almost an hour—he was found smoking meth, police said.
What to expect from the Ken Paxton impeachment trial
We've broken down some of the rules and how it's expected to play out.
Key players in Ken Paxton's impeachment trial
A quick look at some of the people who will play a big role when the trial begins Sept. 5.
The I-Team
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I-Team uncovers how Texas lawmakers diverted millions away from auto theft task forces
Lock your doors because the number of vehicles stolen is hitting new highs in Texas.
New school safety chief aims to 'professionalize' security at all Texas schools
"There is never a finish line when it comes to security."
I-Team update: New rules regarding restraints & arrests of young students
The State of Texas can no longer use one specific form of discipline on young students.
Texas schools trying to fill mental health professional shortage gaps with telehealth & teen court programs
Eighty percent of Texas counties are designated as mental health professional shortage areas.
Texas takes steps to protect parents from wrongful child abuse accusations
Major changes go into effect next month on how child abuse investigations in Texas are conducted.
Politics
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Ken Paxton impeachment trial: what the attorney general is accused of
Over the course of the past month, Paxton's team and the the Texas House members tasked with making the case against the attorney general, have gone back and forth.
What to expect from the Ken Paxton impeachment trial
We've broken down some of the rules and how it's expected to play out.
Key players in Ken Paxton's impeachment trial
A quick look at some of the people who will play a big role when the trial begins Sept. 5.
Ken Paxton's impeachment trial: what you need to know
We break down the road to impeachment for the attorney general, who the key players will be during his Senate trial and the evidence the House has released so far.
Federal judge blocks Texas law requiring I.D. to view online porn
U.S. District Judge David Ezra ruled a child protections bill signed by Gov. Abbott in June violates free speech rights.
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.
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Medicare to start negotiating prices for 10 drugs. Here they are.
The Inflation Reduction Act allows Medicare to negotiate drug prices. It's starting with insulin and other commonly used medications.
Plano man publicly thanks paramedics, doctors who saved his life through unique partnership
A new partnership between Plano Fire-Rescue and the Medical City ECMO team allows paramedics to make the call if a patient is a good candidate for the ECMO machine.
COVID hospitalizations jump 22% this week — and CDC predicts further increases
So far, the CDC doesn't think the highly mutated BA.2.86 variant is to blame.
FDA says to stop using 2 eye drop products, citing serious health risks
Using eye drops contaminated with bacteria can lead to a "life-threatening infection," FDA warns.
One woman shares her experience with LGBTQ+ disparities in cancer screenings
The inaugural Come Out Against Cancer event addresses the importance of cancer screening in the LGBTQ+ community in North Texas. Reducing cancer disparities and advancing health equity is an overarching goal of the American Cancer Society.
Business News
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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.
Musk says his cage fight with Zuckerberg will be streamed on X
Elon Musk says his potential in-person fight with Mark Zuckerberg would be streamed live on his social media site X, formerly known as Twitter.
'X' logo installed atop Twitter building in SF; city to investigate permit violation
San Francisco has opened a complaint and launched an investigation of a giant "X" sign that cropped up Friday on top of the downtown headquarters of the social media platform formerly known as Twitter.
Sports News
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Micah Parsons claims the top spot in AP's NFL defensive line rankings
The biggest question when Micah Parsons entered the NFL two years ago was where he was best suited to play.
ACC clears way to add Stanford, Cal, SMU, AP sources say
The Atlantic Coast Conference has cleared the way for Stanford, California and SMU to join the league.
Wear purple on Fridays during the TCU football season, get discounts around Fort Worth
Go Purple Fridays are back, TCU fans!
Hall of Famer, former Dallas Cowboys executive Gil Brandt dies at 91
Gil Brandt was the vice president of player personnel for the Cowboys from 1960 to 1988.
Stewart lifts Mets to 6-5, 10-inning win that drops Rangers into 3rd in AL West
The New York Mets beat Texas 6-5 on Wednesday night, dropping the Rangers into third place in the tight AL West.
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Federal judge blocks Texas law requiring I.D. to view online porn
U.S. District Judge David Ezra ruled a child protections bill signed by Gov. Abbott in June violates free speech rights.
Convicted Fyre Festival fraudster Billy McFarland wants a second chance
Billy McFarland, the man who went to prison for orchestrating one of the biggest music festival failures in history, wants you to trust him this time.
CBS to air hour-long special "The Price Is Right: A Tribute To Bob Barker"
"The Price Is Right: A Tribute To Bob Barker" will air on Thursday and will be hosted by Barker's successor Drew Carey.
Many Americans say they've interacted with deceased family members in dreams, study says
Have you ever had a dream about a deceased relative?
Elton John spends night in hospital after fall at his home in France
John, 76, slipped at his home and went to a local hospital as "a precautionary measure," a representative said.
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More triple-digit weather ahead next week
The miserable heat isn't going anywhere just yet.
Arlington opens up splash pads, pools again
Arlington has opened up splash pads and pools after a water sample came back negative for brain-eating amoeba.
Garland murder suspects identified, one still at large
Garland detectives identified 17-year-old Natalie Navarro and 21-year-old Yordy Martinez as persons of interest in the case, and obtained warrants for murder for them both.
3 people found dead after apparent murder-suicide at Allen park, police say
When officers arrived, they found three people inside a vehicle with "apparent gunshot wounds." All were confirmed deceased at the scene.
TCU student fatally shot in West 7th area
Police say TCU finance junior Wes Smith was shot multiple times shortly after 1 a.m. Friday morning.
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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.
