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Fort Worth ex‑officer pleads guilty in off‑duty road‑rage shooting that wounded driver
The 19‑year department veteran was terminated after an internal investigation found he used unjustified force in the 2024 confrontation.
Paxton, Talarico clash early in high‑stakes Texas U.S. Senate race
Both campaigns rolled out new digital ads as each candidate works to define the other ahead of November.
2026 Texas primary runoff election results from key races
Texans cast their ballots in the 2026 primary runoff, choosing their parties' candidates for key federal, statewide and legislative races.
Latino voters could play decisive role in the Paxton-Talarico Senate race
Political experts said a key voting group to watch closely heading into November is Latino voters, and in North Texas, they make up a major share of the electorate.
Dallas ISD graduate earns $4.2 million in college scholarships
A North Texas graduate turned months of applications and academic focus into full‑ride offers from colleges across the country.
"The Flats" mosaic mural honors Garland's first free-standing Black community
The new installation outside the Granville Arts Center preserves the legacy of Garland's first African American community.
Dallas police host massive hiring event during World Cup in push for new recruits
Dallas's biggest honky tonk will soon host what Dallas police are calling the department's biggest hiring event ever.
DNA ties convicted killer to 1986 Dallas cold‑case murder, police say
A preserved DNA fragment helped detectives tie Holloway to a home break‑in that left Ruby Battee dead nearly four decades ago, according to authorities.
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Jill Biden: "I was frightened" by 2024 debate, thought husband was having a stroke
Former first lady Jill Biden said she thought her husband, Joe Biden, was having a stroke during the 2024 debate against Donald Trump.
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2026 Texas primary runoff election results from key races
Texans cast their ballots in the 2026 primary runoff, choosing their parties' candidates for key federal, statewide and legislative races.
Paxton, Talarico clash early in high‑stakes Texas U.S. Senate race
Both campaigns rolled out new digital ads as each candidate works to define the other ahead of November.
Paxton projected to win Texas Senate GOP runoff, defeating incumbent Cornyn
President Trump had endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the primary runoff.
Allred defeats Johnson in heated Texas 33 Democratic runoff race
Former Congressman Colin Allred defeated State Rep. Julie Johnson in Tuesday's runoff to become the Democratic nominee for Texas' 33rd Congressional District.
Latino voters could play decisive role in the Paxton-Talarico Senate race
Political experts said a key voting group to watch closely heading into November is Latino voters, and in North Texas, they make up a major share of the electorate.
Talarico: Paxton "clipping my cringey comments to distract from his career of corruption"
Texas state Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in the Lone Star State, concedes some past statements during debates over transgender policy "missed the mark."
Bo French defeats incumbent in GOP railroad commissioner primary
The three-member Railroad Commission regulates the oil and natural gas industry in Texas. Despite its name, it no longer oversees the railroad industry.
Galindo projected to lose Texas Dem House runoff after antisemitism accusations
Maureen Galindo lost to Johnny Garcia after accusations of antisemitism roiled the race in recent days.
Middleton wins Texas GOP attorney general runoff over Rep. Roy
Middleton, currently a State Senator, emerged victorious after a contentious fight.
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North Texas rain eases drought, but flooding threats remain
Heavy rain across North Texas helped drought-stricken areas Wednesday, but flash flooding created dangerous driving conditions in parts of Dallas, Collin and Kaufman counties. More scattered showers and storms are possible Thursday before hotter, more humid summer-like weather arrives heading into the weekend.
Rain, storm chances continue for North Texas through the weekend
Most of DFW has picked up 1-3" of rain, and showers will linger throughout the rest of the week.
Rain, isolated thunderstorm linger across North Texas
There's a threat of isolated thunderstorms, especially east of I-35 throughout the afternoon.
Showers, isolated storms to linger across North Texas to end the week
Most of DFW picked up 1-3" of rain overnight, and showers will linger throughout Wednesday morning and midday.
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Crockett campaigns for Allred, Talarico stumps for Johnson in heated runoff
This has been a contentious race with both Allred and Johnson criticizing each other's records on Capitol Hill.
Mayes Middleton, Chip Roy build momentum for Tuesday's primary runoff for Texas Attorney General
The contentious battle between Roy and Middleton has split conservatives in Texas.
How Pres. Trump's endorsement shapes Cornyn-Paxton Republican runoff
The announcement last Tuesday, during the second day of early voting and one week before Election Day, shocked Republican Senators and excited the President's MAGA voters in Texas.
Paxton leans into "fighter" message in Texas Senate seat in Republican battle against Cornyn
While Ken Paxton was acquitted in the 2023 impeachment trial in the Texas Senate, the Attorney General's office will have to pay at least $6.7 million to four former top hand-picked officials.
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Deadlines Texas families should know for school voucher program
To receive funding by July 1, families have until June 1 to choose their school or setting, whether private or homeschooling.
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.
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Brewer softball heads to first‑ever state final, leaning on team bond
White Settlement Brewer’s softball team will play for a state title for the first time in school history, facing top‑ranked Montgomery Lake Creek in the 5A Division II final. Players said their success comes from everything “clicking,” a deep desire to win, and a strong team bond that has carried them to this moment.
Fort Worth hospital marks 100,000th birth as first‑time parents seek support
Baylor Scott & White All Saints in Fort Worth has delivered more than 108,000 babies, recently celebrating its 100,000th birth and expecting about 6,800 more this year. Dr. Kristen Hardy said that first‑time parents often feel overwhelmed and come in with countless questions, making that stage a tough experience for many.
UEFA Champions League Final is heating up as Arsenal and PSG go face off
Johnny Resendiz caught up with Ian Joy, Analyst, CBS Sports Golazo Network, ahead of the UEFA Champions League Final between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain Coverage starts at 10 a.m. CT on Saturday, May 30, on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
North Texas senior earns millions in scholarships
Texas’ statewide freeze on undergraduate tuition remains in place for the coming school year, but one graduating North Texas senior won’t feel the impact. The student has earned millions in scholarship offers, potentially a record for her school. Teachers describe her as focused and driven, and her family says they’re proud as she prepares for graduation.
AT&T Stadium becomes Dallas Stadium ahead of World Cup
Crews were spotted covering AT&T signage at AT&T Stadium as North Texas prepares to host the FIFA World Cup. Although AT&T remains a sponsor, FIFA rules require neutral naming during the tournament, so the venue will be known globally as Dallas Stadium for the duration of the event. The stadium will host nine matches, with the first kicking off on June 14.
Beyond the Border
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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U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico says A.G. Ken Paxton has a criminal record, while he has a legi
Eye on Politics reporter Jack Fink discusses the fight against Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton for the U.S. Senate in November with Democratic nominee James Talarico. Talarico says Paxton is bringing up old statements to distract from his career of corruption.
Incumbent Sen. John Cornyn says Paxton has his own baggage to defend against Talarico
Eye On Politics reporter Jack Fink caught up with Sen. John Cornyn on the campaign trail in Waxahachie during early voting. Cornyn spoke about how he plans to win the contentious Republican primary runoff against Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Dallas Republican pollster ways whether Trump's endorsement of Paxton over Cornyn matters
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink goes one-on-one with Dallas Republican Ross Hunt, founder of Hunt Research, on whether the President's endorsement guarantees Paxton a win -- or if Cornyn has a chance of coming out on top in the runoff.
Lone Star Project founder thinks Paxton's runoff win will boost Talarico's November changes
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink goes one-on-one with Democrat Matt Angle, Founder and Director of the Democratic PAC, Lone Star Project.
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.
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NCAA denies Texas Tech QB Sorsby's petition for reinstatement
University president Lawrence Schovanec wrote in a letter to the Texas Tech community that the school would appeal the ruling.
Meet the 2026 World Cup U.S. Men's National Team
The squad was announced during an event in New York City on Tuesday after U.S. Men's National Team manager Mauricio Pochettino spent months evaluating players to finalize the roster.
Tatsuya Imai, 2 Astros relievers combine for first no-hitter in majors since 2024
Houston Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai and relievers Steven Okert and Alimber Santa combined to throw a no-hitter in a 9-0 win over the Texas Rangers on Monday night.
Wyndham Clark shoots 60 to win Byron Nelson, pulling away from Si Woo Kim, Scottie Scheffler
Wyndham Clark shot 11-under 60 to win the CJ Cup Byron Nelson on Sunday, overtaking Si Woo Kim by three strokes and pulling away from defending champion Scottie Scheffler after starting the day tied with the top-ranked hometown favorite.
Detmers nearly perfect while striking out 14, Angels beat Rangers 2-1 on error in 9th for 1st sweep
Reid Detmers was nearly perfect for eight innings while striking out a career-high 14, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Texas Rangers 2 on second baseman Justin Foscue's ninth-inning throwing error for their first series sweep this season.
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Fort Worth ex‑officer pleads guilty in off‑duty road‑rage shooting that wounded driver
The 19‑year department veteran was terminated after an internal investigation found he used unjustified force in the 2024 confrontation.
Paxton, Talarico clash early in high‑stakes Texas U.S. Senate race
Both campaigns rolled out new digital ads as each candidate works to define the other ahead of November.
2026 Texas primary runoff election results from key races
Texans cast their ballots in the 2026 primary runoff, choosing their parties' candidates for key federal, statewide and legislative races.
Latino voters could play decisive role in the Paxton-Talarico Senate race
Political experts said a key voting group to watch closely heading into November is Latino voters, and in North Texas, they make up a major share of the electorate.
Dallas ISD graduate earns $4.2 million in college scholarships
A North Texas graduate turned months of applications and academic focus into full‑ride offers from colleges across the country.
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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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U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico says A.G. Ken Paxton has a criminal record, while he has a legi
Eye on Politics reporter Jack Fink discusses the fight against Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton for the U.S. Senate in November with Democratic nominee James Talarico. Talarico says Paxton is bringing up old statements to distract from his career of corruption.
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Jill Biden: "I was frightened" by 2024 debate, thought husband was having a stroke
Former first lady Jill Biden said she thought her husband, Joe Biden, was having a stroke during the 2024 debate against Donald Trump.
Talarico: Paxton "clipping my cringey comments to distract from his career of corruption"
Texas state Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in the Lone Star State, concedes some past statements during debates over transgender policy "missed the mark."
Bo French defeats incumbent in GOP railroad commissioner primary
The three-member Railroad Commission regulates the oil and natural gas industry in Texas. Despite its name, it no longer oversees the railroad industry.
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Latino voters turning away from Trump, but warnings remain for Dems, poll says
Hispanic voters are heading into the midterms feeling economically squeezed and increasingly skeptical of the direction of the country — but Democrats are not necessarily running away with their support, a new poll by UnidosUS finds.
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Target reports stronger-than-expected sales under new CEO
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
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.
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Ebola "spreading rapidly" in Congo with national risk "very high"
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
Positive flu cases, hospitalizations on the rise in late-season spike
The most recent week of data from Dallas County Health and Human Services shows a 50% increase in positive flu cases.
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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Dallas Mavericks win dispute with Dallas Stars over AAC management
After sharing management of the arena for decades, the Mavericks are now in full control.
Target reports stronger-than-expected sales under new CEO
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
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.
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NCAA denies Texas Tech QB Sorsby's petition for reinstatement
University president Lawrence Schovanec wrote in a letter to the Texas Tech community that the school would appeal the ruling.
Meet the 2026 World Cup U.S. Men's National Team
The squad was announced during an event in New York City on Tuesday after U.S. Men's National Team manager Mauricio Pochettino spent months evaluating players to finalize the roster.
Tatsuya Imai, 2 Astros relievers combine for first no-hitter in majors since 2024
Houston Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai and relievers Steven Okert and Alimber Santa combined to throw a no-hitter in a 9-0 win over the Texas Rangers on Monday night.
Wyndham Clark shoots 60 to win Byron Nelson, pulling away from Si Woo Kim, Scottie Scheffler
Wyndham Clark shot 11-under 60 to win the CJ Cup Byron Nelson on Sunday, overtaking Si Woo Kim by three strokes and pulling away from defending champion Scottie Scheffler after starting the day tied with the top-ranked hometown favorite.
Detmers nearly perfect while striking out 14, Angels beat Rangers 2-1 on error in 9th for 1st sweep
Reid Detmers was nearly perfect for eight innings while striking out a career-high 14, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Texas Rangers 2 on second baseman Justin Foscue's ninth-inning throwing error for their first series sweep this season.
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Sonny Rollins, trailblazing jazz saxophonist, dies at age 95
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
American Music Awards showcasing star-studded performances
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Rob Base, rapper on classic hip-hop track "It Takes Two," dies at 59
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
CBS News Radio signs off after nearly 100 years: "An American institution"
After nearly a century on the air, CBS News Radio signed off, with the final reports airing on Friday, May 22.
Stephen Colbert says farewell to "The Late Show" in heartfelt finale
Stephen Colbert hosted "The Late Show" for the final time Thursday night as the franchise came to an end after 33 years.
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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.
