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Texas fails to pass bill improving financial protections for domestic violence survivors
Even after leaving an abusive relationship, many domestic violence survivors are strapped with debt caused by their abuser.
Gray wins 5th start in row, Semien 21-game hit streak as Rangers beat M's 2-0
Jon Gray pitched two-hit ball over seven innings to win his fifth consecutive start, Marcus Semien scored the game's first run after extending his MLB-best hitting streak to 21 games and the AL West-leading Texas Rangers beat the Seattle Mariners 2-0.
WB I-20 to remain closed after fatal car crash
Two people have died after crashing their vehicles into each other.
Dallas Cowboys top Forbes' list of most profitable sports teams; Mavericks ranked No. 16
For the third year in a row, America's Team has topped Forbes' list of most profitable sports teams, raking in $1.171 billion.
Trump lawyers told DOJ they couldn't find classified doc discussed in audio
The recording — from a July 2021 meeting at Trump's golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey — is a crucial piece of evidence that prosecutors obtained in recent months.
Eye on Politics: The historic impeachment of Ken Paxton
Political reporter Jack Fink covers the two major stories unfolding at the Texas Capitol: the impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton and the political showdown between the state's Republican leaders over property tax relief.
Gov. Greg Abbott pushes for his plan to cut property taxes
"We must go big; we must dream big," Abbott said. "Dream the possibility that we can eliminate property taxes in Texas. You got to dream it and then you got to do it."
North Texas teen meets life-saving bone marrow donor
A North Texas teenager met the stranger who gave him a life-saving bone marrow transplant for the very first time on Friday.
Source: Tyrese Simmons cuts off ankle monitor, vanishes ahead of murder trial
The man set to go to trial next week for the 2019 murder of a 9-year-old Dallas girl is on the run, a source familiar with the trial told CBS News Texas.
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Storms roll through overnight Friday, linger into Saturday
More widespread rain is expected on Sunday.
Texas fails to pass bill improving financial protections for domestic violence survivors
Even after leaving an abusive relationship, many domestic violence survivors are strapped with debt caused by their abuser.
Vendors prepare for Dallas Pride this weekend
Over 60,000 people are expected to attend.
Parents of 6 girls suing Rockwall ISD
They say the district allowed a sixth grade boy to sexually assault the kindergarteners.
Rain stays in the forecast, but this weekend won't be a washout!
Scattered rain and storms are in store for Saturday.
Pride Month
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Storms roll through overnight Friday, linger into Saturday
More widespread rain is expected on Sunday.
Rain stays in the forecast, but this weekend won't be a washout!
Scattered rain and storms are in store for Saturday.
Storms expected to move in during overnight hours
Rain will linger around Saturday morning.
Jack Fink Interviews
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Texas property tax relief debate: Can school property taxes be eliminated?
Jack Fink speaks with conservative economist Vance Ginn, who argues that the property tax relief plan passed by the Texas House and endorsed by Gov. Abbott can eventually eliminate the need for property taxes to fund public schools.
Political stand-off at Texas Capitol over property tax relief bills
Political reporter, Jack Fink, speaks with SMU Political Science Professor, Matthew Wilson, about the standoff at the Texas Capitol over property tax relief bills.
Can Ken Paxton survive the Senate? Dr. Joshua Blank shares thoughts
Dr. Joshua Blank, the research director for UT Austin's Texas Politics Project, discusses whether Ken Paxton can survive the state Senate.
Jack Fink interviews Dallas appellate lawyer David Coale on AG Paxton
Jack Fink, CBS News Texas Political Reporter, interviews Dallas appellate lawyer David Coale about Attorney General Ken Paxton's pending impeachment hearings.
Rep. Keith Self on negotiations in Washington to raise the debt ceiling
U.S. Congressman Keith Self discusses ongoing negotiations in Washington over raising the debt ceiling and budget cuts.
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Texas fails to pass bill improving financial protections for domestic violence survivors
Even after leaving an abusive relationship, many domestic violence survivors are strapped with debt caused by their abuser.
Are Texas schools safer a year after the Uvalde shooting?
In the past year since 19 students and two teachers were killed by a gunman at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, frustrations have mounted and pleas to lawmakers have grown.
Sex trafficking in Texas: "I foolishly thought if I did everything right, he wouldn't beat me again"
On any given night in Dallas, 400 girls are trafficked on the streets according to New Friends New Life, a North Texas human trafficking advocacy group.
Hazmat truck routes in DFW haven't been updated in nearly 40 years
With thousands of trucks loaded with hazard material making their way through the Dallas-Fort Worth area every day, a single road accident could be disastrous for nearby neighborhoods.
I-Team: The dangerous rise in overlapping extremism
The overlapping of extreme ideologies is most often seen and fueled online.
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Gray wins 5th start in row, Semien 21-game hit streak as Rangers beat M's 2-0
Jon Gray pitched two-hit ball over seven innings to win his fifth consecutive start, Marcus Semien scored the game's first run after extending his MLB-best hitting streak to 21 games and the AL West-leading Texas Rangers beat the Seattle Mariners 2-0.
Dallas Cowboys top Forbes' list of most profitable sports teams; Mavericks ranked No. 16
For the third year in a row, America's Team has topped Forbes' list of most profitable sports teams, raking in $1.171 billion.
Diamond Sports to pay full value of contracts to Diamondbacks, Guardians, Twins, Rangers
A federal bankruptcy judge has ordered Diamond Sports to pay the full value of its media contracts to the Arizona Diamondbacks, Cleveland Guardians, Minnesota Twins and Texas Rangers.
Amateurs and pros alike meet in Rockwall for pickleball tournament
What's considered the largest pickleball tournament in Texas is taking place at the Oasis Pickleball Club in Rockwall.
Stars set solid foundation in DeBoer debut with core group intact for next season
The Dallas Stars set a promising foundation in their first season with coach Pete DeBoer.
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Texas fails to pass bill improving financial protections for domestic violence survivors
Even after leaving an abusive relationship, many domestic violence survivors are strapped with debt caused by their abuser.
Gray wins 5th start in row, Semien 21-game hit streak as Rangers beat M's 2-0
Jon Gray pitched two-hit ball over seven innings to win his fifth consecutive start, Marcus Semien scored the game's first run after extending his MLB-best hitting streak to 21 games and the AL West-leading Texas Rangers beat the Seattle Mariners 2-0.
WB I-20 to remain closed after fatal car crash
Two people have died after crashing their vehicles into each other.
Dallas Cowboys top Forbes' list of most profitable sports teams; Mavericks ranked No. 16
For the third year in a row, America's Team has topped Forbes' list of most profitable sports teams, raking in $1.171 billion.
Trump lawyers told DOJ they couldn't find classified doc discussed in audio
The recording — from a July 2021 meeting at Trump's golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey — is a crucial piece of evidence that prosecutors obtained in recent months.
The I-Team
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Texas fails to pass bill improving financial protections for domestic violence survivors
Even after leaving an abusive relationship, many domestic violence survivors are strapped with debt caused by their abuser.
Are Texas schools safer a year after the Uvalde shooting?
In the past year since 19 students and two teachers were killed by a gunman at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, frustrations have mounted and pleas to lawmakers have grown.
Sex trafficking in Texas: "I foolishly thought if I did everything right, he wouldn't beat me again"
On any given night in Dallas, 400 girls are trafficked on the streets according to New Friends New Life, a North Texas human trafficking advocacy group.
Hazmat truck routes in DFW haven't been updated in nearly 40 years
With thousands of trucks loaded with hazard material making their way through the Dallas-Fort Worth area every day, a single road accident could be disastrous for nearby neighborhoods.
I-Team: The dangerous rise in overlapping extremism
The overlapping of extreme ideologies is most often seen and fueled online.
Politics
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Trump lawyers told DOJ they couldn't find classified doc discussed in audio
The recording — from a July 2021 meeting at Trump's golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey — is a crucial piece of evidence that prosecutors obtained in recent months.
Eye on Politics: The historic impeachment of Ken Paxton
Political reporter Jack Fink covers the two major stories unfolding at the Texas Capitol: the impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton and the political showdown between the state's Republican leaders over property tax relief.
Gov. Greg Abbott pushes for his plan to cut property taxes
"We must go big; we must dream big," Abbott said. "Dream the possibility that we can eliminate property taxes in Texas. You got to dream it and then you got to do it."
Biden on debt ceiling deal to avoid default: "This is vital"
The president spoke less than 24 hours after the Senate approved the agreement in a bipartisan vote.
Prominent Texas attorneys to present Ken Paxton impeachment case
The state House committee that has accused Paxton of bribery and misuse of office has retained Dick DeGuerin and Rusty Hardin for the trial.
Consumer News
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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.
Are Super Bowl ads still worth the money?
It's no secret that Super Bowl ads are the most expensive advertisements on the air. But are they still worth the money?
CPSC considering gas stove ban due to 'hidden hazards'
A federal agency is considering a ban on gas stoves, a source of indoor pollution linked to childhood asthma.
Plumbers in high demand across North Texas as travelers return to broken pipes
While the damage was mild compared to the major Texas freeze of 2021, the full scope may not be clear until after Jan. 1, one company owner pointed out, with many people still out of town for the holiday.
Health News
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Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, family announces
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
Some doctors say this is the most important virus you've never heard of
Last winter as COVID-19 was winding down, a little-known virus that causes many of the same symptoms was making picking up steam.
Drugs — from cancer meds to children's Tylenol — are in short supply
Nationwide drug shortage is a "tragedy happening in slow motion," a cancer surgeon says. "Patients simply deserve better."
What mosquitoes are most attracted to in human body odor is revealed
Researchers confirmed what many of us already suspect, that mosquitoes are attracted to some people more than others.
CDC study: Cigarette use declining among US adults
The decline in the number of people smoking is countered by a rise in the use of vape products.
Business News
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American Airlines, pilots union reach agreement in principle on new contract
The union and the airline have been negotiating on a new contract since 2019, and earlier this month the pilots announced they had voted to authorize a strike.
Southwest Airlines pilots vote to authorize strike
According to a release from the SWAPA, 99% of the votes were in favor of a strike.
American Airlines pilots vote to authorize a strike
The vote isn't likely to lead to an immediate walkout, but airline unions believe strike votes increase their leverage at the bargaining table
Tesla cuts prices on all models, 3rd cut this year
Tesla cut prices on its entire U.S. electric vehicle model lineup for the third time this year in an apparent effort to lure more buyers amid rising interest rates.
Southwest CEO's compensation soars despite December debacle
The CEO of Southwest Airlines is seeing his compensation nearly double after getting promoted to the top job, with the airline's directors looking past a meltdown over the Christmas holiday.
Sports News
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Gray wins 5th start in row, Semien 21-game hit streak as Rangers beat M's 2-0
Jon Gray pitched two-hit ball over seven innings to win his fifth consecutive start, Marcus Semien scored the game's first run after extending his MLB-best hitting streak to 21 games and the AL West-leading Texas Rangers beat the Seattle Mariners 2-0.
Dallas Cowboys top Forbes' list of most profitable sports teams; Mavericks ranked No. 16
For the third year in a row, America's Team has topped Forbes' list of most profitable sports teams, raking in $1.171 billion.
Diamond Sports to pay full value of contracts to Diamondbacks, Guardians, Twins, Rangers
A federal bankruptcy judge has ordered Diamond Sports to pay the full value of its media contracts to the Arizona Diamondbacks, Cleveland Guardians, Minnesota Twins and Texas Rangers.
Amateurs and pros alike meet in Rockwall for pickleball tournament
What's considered the largest pickleball tournament in Texas is taking place at the Oasis Pickleball Club in Rockwall.
Stars set solid foundation in DeBoer debut with core group intact for next season
The Dallas Stars set a promising foundation in their first season with coach Pete DeBoer.
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Entertainment
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Art Appreciation: Gene Jones' program inspires, celebrates young artists
Gene Jones, wife of Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, says the construction of the stadium led her to a love affair with art that is changing lives.
Tina Turner, "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll," dies at 83
The "What's Love Got To Do With It" singer's death was confirmed to CBS News on Wednesday afternoon.
Rapper Fetty Wap sentenced to 6 years in prison for drug trafficking charges
The rapper was one of six defendants involved in a conspiracy that distributed over 100 kilograms of illicit drugs.
Disney World is closing its Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser in September
Disney's Galactic Starcruiser is about to take its final voyage.
Series finale of "NCIS: Los Angeles" airs Sunday, May 21
The NCIS team continues the case with ATF and the stolen military-grade weapons.
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Storms roll through overnight Friday, linger into Saturday
More widespread rain is expected on Sunday.
Texas fails to pass bill improving financial protections for domestic violence survivors
Even after leaving an abusive relationship, many domestic violence survivors are strapped with debt caused by their abuser.
Vendors prepare for Dallas Pride this weekend
Over 60,000 people are expected to attend.
Parents of 6 girls suing Rockwall ISD
They say the district allowed a sixth grade boy to sexually assault the kindergarteners.
Rain stays in the forecast, but this weekend won't be a washout!
Scattered rain and storms are in store for Saturday.
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Hail comes down across North Texas
Parts of North Texas saw hail Friday evening.
2023 Highland Park Buddy Bowl
Highland Park High School students teamed up with students who have disabilities for one of the most fun-filled games of the year.
Some-bunny to love: NICU babies have 'egg-stra special' photo shoot
The care team on the neonatal intensive care unit at Texas Health hospitals dressed up these little snuggle bunnies to make the Easter holiday special.
Hail and heavy rain batter parts of North Texas
Users sent in their own photos and video of the severe storms that rolled through on April 2.
CMT Awards: Country music's biggest night
The CMT Awards will be broadcasted live from the Moody Center in Austin on Sunday, April 2, on CBS News Texas starting at 7 p.m. It will also be available for live and on-demand streaming on Paramount Plus.
