North Texas fifth-graders' reputation on fire after fire truck contest
Harrison Intermediate School has two winners on the roll: Bode Williams and Fisher Nash.
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Fort Worth parents push for accountability, justice after son's fentanyl tragedy
The new state law came too late in the case of the man who supplied Sebastian Moreno with the fentanyl disguised as a painkiller.
Construction worker rescued from trench at L.D. Bell High School in Hurst
Hurst Fire rescued a man who fell approximately 15-20 feet into a trench at L.D. Bell High School in Hurst on Monday
Coffee and culture thrive in Richardson's Core district
The coffee houses are deemed as locations of comfort and familiarity for residents who yearn for a sense of homeland.
Residents begin recovery efforts as Palo Pinto reels from tornado damage
According to the Palo Pinto County Emergency Manager, 31 homes were damaged in the storm, including one that was completely destroyed.
GOP bill could add trillions to the U.S. deficit, some experts say
Republican tax bill could cost $3.8 trillion over 10 years as its tax cuts surpass spending reductions, according to one analysis.
7 tornadoes touched down in North Texas during night of severe storms, NWS says
Storm surveys are underway following a night of severe storms across North Texas.
U.S. to pay $5 million settlement to family of Jan. 6 rioter Ashli Babbitt
Ashli Babbitt's death was a rallying point for Trump loyalists and Capitol rioters who alleged police used unnecessary force in stopping the mob on Jan. 6.
When do the Western Conference Finals begin? Here's the Stars' playoff schedule
The Stars will once again face the Edmonton Oilers in a bid to reach the Stanley Cup Final.
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7 tornadoes touched down in North Texas during night of severe storms, NWS says
Storm surveys are underway following a night of severe storms across North Texas.
When do the Western Conference Finals begin? Here's the Stars' playoff schedule
The Stars will once again face the Edmonton Oilers in a bid to reach the Stanley Cup Final.
New poll shows Senator Cornyn trailing AG Paxton in Republican primary for U.S. Senate
The new poll shows Senator Cornyn trailing Attorney General Paxton by 16 percentage points, 56% to 40%.
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Dallas Cowboys crown first girls flag football league champion
The tournament gives girls from several DFW school districts a chance to lace up the cleats and make some plays of their own. A few college coaches were out scouting, so football at the next level is a possibility for some of the players.
Severe weather shifts along Red River counties
Our northwest counties were pummeled repeatedly by severe weather Monday and into this evening. Multiple reports of hail 2"- 3" in size were common. The cold front arrives Tuesday morning to sweep all this activity away.
Wylie students join elite club, name two new city fire trucks
At Harrison Intermediate School, Bode Williams and Fisher Nash put their ideas down on a coloring sheets. It was for a contest to name two quintuple fire trucks for the Wylie Fire Department.
4th escaped New Orleans inmate captured, 6 inmates still at large
Authorities said Monday that a total reward of $20,000 was being offered for information leading to the arrest of each inmate, with $10,000 coming from the FBI, another $5,000 from the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and $5,000 more from CrimeStoppers. The FBI and CrimeStoppers had increased their rewards from $5,000 and $2,000, respectively.
Fort Worth parents continue fight against fentanyl after tragedy
Ofie and Frank Moreno, who helped push for a new law that makes supplying fentanyl to people who die face a murder charge, ironically, won't see the kind of justice they were hoping for in their son's case.
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Severe weather shifts along Red River counties
Our northwest counties were pummeled repeatedly by severe weather Monday and into this evening. Multiple reports of hail 2"- 3" in size were common. The cold front arrives Tuesday morning to sweep all this activity away.
Hail, strong storms expected in North Texas
The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center has highlighted an enhanced risk, level 3 out of 5, for severe storms Monday afternoon and evening. It covers all of North Texas.
CBS News Texas storm chaser Jason McLaughlin captures softball-to-grapefruit-sized hail
Our storm chaser, Jason McLaughlin, sent in an amazing picture showing softball-to-grapefruit-sized hail, with diameters reaching up to 4.5 inches.
Severe weather threat continues in North Texas with enhanced risk
All modes of severe weather are possible; however, due to the environmental factors, there is a significant threat for large hail and tornadoes. This means that storms have the potential of developing hailstones that could get up to 2" in diameter or larger along with strong tornadoes.
Beyond the Border
Millions of asylum-seekers left waiting in immigration court backlog
While illegal migrant crossings have dropped, immigration courts now have a historically high volume of cases
Some local, state law enforcement to be deputized as immigration agents
With the expansion of the 287(g) program, local and state officers will be able to enforce some immigration duties.
Are local sheriff's offices playing a role in deportation operations?
While the Trump administration says they're only targeting criminals for deportation, those words have done little to comfort some immigrants
What do President Trump's immigration-related executive orders do?
A few weeks into his second term, President Donald Trump has issued dozens of executive orders.
Border faith community leaders split on potential changes to immigration policy
Two faith leaders view border politics through different lenses.
Law enforcement officials at the border anticipate Trump policy changes
Many Texas law enforcement officials say they are feeling positive as Donald Trump re-enters the White House for a second term.
Eagle Pass and Del Rio residents share hopes, fears ahead of Trump inauguration
Eagle Pass isn't the largest border town in Texas, but the town of 23,000 has become the focal point in the debate.
Venezuelan immigrant living in DFW worries about deportations with Trump reelection
Maria Fernanda Martinez came to the U.S. from Venezuela under a Biden administration humanitarian parole program.
New U.S. citizens share why they plan to vote in November
On Election Day, among the Americans heading to the polls to vote, will be millions of naturalized citizens.
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When do the Western Conference Finals begin? Here's the Stars' playoff schedule
The Stars will once again face the Edmonton Oilers in a bid to reach the Stanley Cup Final.
Scottie Scheffler wins PGA Championship to take home 3rd major title
Scottie Scheffler has won the PGA Championship for his third major title.
Houston Astros rally with late homer to beat Texas Rangers 4-3
Isaac Paredes hit a go-ahead, three-run homer off reliever Robert Garcia in the eighth inning.
Stars beat Jets 2-1 in overtime to advance to the Western Conference final
The Stars move on to face Edmonton in the West final for the second year in a row, and will host Game 1.
Journalism wins the 150th running of the Preakness Stakes
After finishing as runner-up at the Kentucky Derby earlier this month, the heavy-favorite Journalism earned a thrilling come-from-behind victory in the Preakness Stakes.
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North Texas fifth-graders' reputation on fire after fire truck contest
Harrison Intermediate School has two winners on the roll: Bode Williams and Fisher Nash.
Fort Worth parents push for accountability, justice after son's fentanyl tragedy
The new state law came too late in the case of the man who supplied Sebastian Moreno with the fentanyl disguised as a painkiller.
Construction worker rescued from trench at L.D. Bell High School in Hurst
Hurst Fire rescued a man who fell approximately 15-20 feet into a trench at L.D. Bell High School in Hurst on Monday
Coffee and culture thrive in Richardson's Core district
The coffee houses are deemed as locations of comfort and familiarity for residents who yearn for a sense of homeland.
Residents begin recovery efforts as Palo Pinto reels from tornado damage
According to the Palo Pinto County Emergency Manager, 31 homes were damaged in the storm, including one that was completely destroyed.
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Texas set aside millions to help schools fight hackers. Why is most of it still untouched?
Most schools — 86% — said a lack of funding was their top concern in defending against cyberattacks
After a family tragedy, a push for new opioid laws in Texas
A Euless woman is advocating for a bill in the Texas Legislature after her husband's death.
He investigated parents who made children sick. He says prosecutors made the job harder.
Weber worries about who will carry on the fight for the next child.
Two Texas lawmakers attempt to crack down on abuse in solar panel industry
The CBS News Texas I-Team has uncovered a pattern of complaints within the industry, and now the problem has caught the attention of Texas state lawmakers.
Are Texas nonprofit hospitals providing adequate charity care?
In exchange for tax breaks, nonprofit hospitals are supposed to help patients who can't afford their bills.
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GOP bill could add trillions to the U.S. deficit, some experts say
Republican tax bill could cost $3.8 trillion over 10 years as its tax cuts surpass spending reductions, according to one analysis.
U.S. to pay $5 million settlement to family of Jan. 6 rioter Ashli Babbitt
Ashli Babbitt's death was a rallying point for Trump loyalists and Capitol rioters who alleged police used unnecessary force in stopping the mob on Jan. 6.
Supreme Court will let Trump administration end protections for Venezuelans
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem moved to revoke the Temporary Protected Status program, or TPS, for Venezuelans in February.
Trump holds 2-hour call with Putin ahead of conversation with Zelenskyy
President Trump said ceasefire negotiations would begin "immediately," but the Kremlin has expressed little eagerness for a ceasefire in the war it began.
Biden says "cancer touches us all" after diagnosis
Former President Joe Biden expressed his gratitude Monday for an outpouring of support after his office announced he had been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer a day earlier.
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Mariachi music fills the stands at North Side High School's homecoming game
At Fort Worth ISD's North Side High School, the sounds of an American sport on the field meet mariachi music in the stands.
Success at the State Fair is both savory and sweet for Tony's Taco Shop
With new foods, such as the "Drowning Taquitos" and the "Beso de Angel," Tony's Taco Shop owners say they don't take their success for granted.
North Texas non-profit aims to increase the number of Latinas in technology careers
Latinas in Tech DFW started back up last year after the pandemic. They have lots of opportunities for Latinas to network, connect, and learn new skills.
A taste of Cuban coffee with Ken Molestina
Anchor Ken Molestina shows us how he makes his Cuban coffee for the CBS News Texas newsroom.
Golf professional Pablo Del Olmo works to grow the game among Hispanic communities
Del Olmo, who has played golf his entire life, recalls how rare the sport was for people like him growing up in Mexico City.
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Delta faces first lawsuits in Toronto plane crash
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas agricultural commissioner calls for ban on additives in public water
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
With paper tags going away in Texas, officials fear toll dodgers will use fake metal plates
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Activists call for boycott of Target following rollback of DEI initiatives
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Target is ending its diversity goals
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
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Trump wants drug price caps tied to foreign nations. Here's why Biden never did it.
President Trump is now seeking to implement the idea through an executive order.
Spring heat brings North Texas snakes out of hibernation
North Texas is home to three species of pit vipers, including copperheads, cottonmouths, and rattlesnakes.
After double bypass, North Texas heart patient finds new life, friends through cardiac rehab
"It starts with a single step and it starts with a single workout."
Worker safety agency NIOSH lays off most remaining staff
Laid-off employees ranged from those working in firefighter health programs, to those approving new respirators.
Several thousand Texans impacted by health data breach
At least 94,000 Texans have been impacted to date.
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American Airlines to invest $4B to expand the future Terminal F at DFW
The airport is projected to handle 100 million passengers by the end of this decade.
Texas judge strikes down rule capping credit card late fees
A Texas judge has thrown out a federal rule that would have capped credit card late fees.
Nvidia unveils plans to invest in two new chip factories in Texas
Nvidia announced Monday morning that it wants to build two factories in Texas — one in Houston and one in Dallas.
Businesses in Dallas-Fort Worth expect big impact as Wings draft Paige Bueckers
Economic impact anticipated as Paige Bueckers joins the Wings, Boosting Local DFW Economy
Black Texas Farmers' group reserved, waiting for cash crop from Trump's tariffs
P. Wade Ross leads a group of Black farmers and ranchers who are used to losing some---and, then, losing some. Now, they are hoping for a win.
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When do the Western Conference Finals begin? Here's the Stars' playoff schedule
The Stars will once again face the Edmonton Oilers in a bid to reach the Stanley Cup Final.
Scottie Scheffler wins PGA Championship to take home 3rd major title
Scottie Scheffler has won the PGA Championship for his third major title.
Houston Astros rally with late homer to beat Texas Rangers 4-3
Isaac Paredes hit a go-ahead, three-run homer off reliever Robert Garcia in the eighth inning.
Stars beat Jets 2-1 in overtime to advance to the Western Conference final
The Stars move on to face Edmonton in the West final for the second year in a row, and will host Game 1.
Journalism wins the 150th running of the Preakness Stakes
After finishing as runner-up at the Kentucky Derby earlier this month, the heavy-favorite Journalism earned a thrilling come-from-behind victory in the Preakness Stakes.
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At Sean "Diddy" Combs trial, Cassie Ventura accuses Combs of raping her in 2018
Singer Cassie Ventura accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping her in 2018. The accusation came during her testimony at his sex trafficking and racketeering trial in NYC.
Key moments from Cassie Ventura's testimony at Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend, the singer Cassie Ventura, took the stand this week at his sex trafficking trial in New York City.
Cassie testifies "control was everything" at Diddy trial Day 2
Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura took the stand Tuesday in his federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial in NYC. She repeatedly cried on the stand as she recounted in graphic detail the "freak offs" she participated in.
North Texas native Breanna Nix makes American Idol's top 3 finalists
"Denton… I'm coming home!!!"
Ticketmaster starts all-in pricing Biden-era junk-fee ban takes effect
The ban requires ticket sellers, hotels, vacation rental platforms and others to disclose fees and other charges up front.
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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.
Your North Texas snow day photos
CBS News Texas viewers got out and enjoyed the snow day on Thursday and send us all of their best photos. Take a look.
Fans cheer on runners at the 2024 BMW Dallas Marathon Festival
CBS News Texas captured the excitement and energy of the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival through photos.
Fort Worth kicks off the Holidays with the Parade of Lights
Cowtown lit up the streets of Downtown with smiles and lights during the annual Parade of Lights.
