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King Charles III and Queen Camilla officially crowned in coronation ceremony
Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla were formally crowned at Westminster Abbey and then waved to well-wishers at Buckingham Palace after the ceremony.
DEA: Fentanyl and meth pouring into North Texas at an alarming rate
North Texas has large airports, a central location in the country and a surplus of highways. These three things make the DFW area a major hub for drug distribution.
Property Taxes 101: How to handle an appraisal protest hearing
You have five minutes to try and lower your property tax bill. So how do you do it? CBS News Texas sat down with tax attorney Bobby Ola to get advice on how to handle an appraisal protest hearing.
Property taxes 101: How to prepare for your protest hearing
Most homeowners are watching their valuations go up yet again, thanks to record-breaking home sales over the last few years.
Lawmakers scramble to make sure more natural gas power plants are built for the Texas grid
The Texas Senate passed a new bill to attract new natural gas-fired power plants after SB 6, a priority bill, stalled in the Texas House.
Eye on Politics: Rep. Colin Allred announces he's challenging Sen. Ted Cruz
In this week's episode: Allred challenges Cruz, municipal elections are this weekend and retired teachers in Texas are likely getting a cost-of-living adjustment.
Jan. 6 prosecutors seek 25 years for Oath Keepers' Rhodes
The Justice Department is seeking 25 years in prison for Stewart Rhodes, the Oath Keepers founder convicted of seditious conspiracy for what prosecutors described as a violent plot to keep President Joe Biden out of the White House.
UT Dallas students create firefighting robot to battle the most dangerous flames
A simple challenge sparked the idea for a robot that could revolutionize how firefighters battle wildfires.
Crowley ISD seeks $1.1B in bond election for expansion plans
Crowley ISD is growing and to keep up with the influx of students, the district—as well as the community—wanted to let voters decide on an over $1 billion dollar bond.
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Isolated storms starting to build over North Texas
Some isolated storms are starting to be come severe in parts of North Texas.
Parts of North Texas already under a Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Storms are starting to form west of the DFW Metroplex, and some are turning severe.
Storms starting to develop in parts of North Texas
Parts of North Texas could see severe storms this evening. Large hail and damaging winds are the main threats.
Mental Health Awareness
Mental Health Awareness
Postpartum depression more intense, lasts longer than 'baby blues'
One in 8 women report symptoms of depression after giving birth, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Fort Worth's Crisis Intervention Team improves mental health response
The Fort Worth Police Department says its Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) is making strides in improving the interaction between law enforcement and people experiencing mental health crises.
88th Texas Legislature
Texas Legislature 101: The art of Texas politics
Lawmaking in Texas is a fast-paced political process that is unique compared to other states. We sat down with TCU political science professor and political analyst Scott Braddock to learn the art of Texas politics.
Retired teachers could see first cost of living adjustment in nearly 20 years
This week, the Texas House passed a bill unanimously that would give more than 400,000 retired teachers, administrators, and support staff at school districts and community colleges across Texas a bump in their monthly pensions.
Everything you need to know about the 88th Texas State Legislature
Everything you need to know about the 88th Texas State Legislature.
Jack Fink Interviews
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Rep. Keith Self: GOP debt ceiling bill will 'undo a lot of damage' from Inflation Reduction Act
In a one-on-one with political reporter Jack Fink, Republican Congressman Keith Self of McKinney weighs in on debt ceiling fight taking place in Congress and the new border security bill being developed in the House.
Analyzing Colin Allred's chances at beating Ted Cruz
Dr. Joshua Blank, the research director of the Texas Politics Project at UT-Austin, speaks with Jack Fink about the 2024 campaign for U.S. Senate in Texas
SMU political science professor on upcoming municipal elections, the 2024 presidential race
CBS News political reporter Jack Fink spoke with SMU political science professor Matt Wilson about the May 6 municipal elections and the potential for a Biden/Trump match-up in the 2024 presidential race.
Texas Sen. Nathan Johnson on his opposition to ending countywide Election Day voting
Last week the Texas Senate passed SB 990, a bill that would require voters to only cast their ballots in their precincts on Election Day. It must still pass in the House.
Texas Sen. Bob Hall explains why he wants to end countywide Election Day voting
People living in most North Texas counties can vote anywhere in their county on Election Day. But a new bill that passed last week in the Texas Senate by a 17-12 vote along party lines would change that.
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Patients still not protected from surprise ground ambulance bills
When you dial 911, chances are you're not thinking about how much the ambulance ride will cost. When it comes to time pay, many insured Americans are blindsided with a surprise medical bill.
North Texas family says former caregiver tormented them for months
A North Texas family hired a caregiver for help around the house. Instead, they say, that decision has led to nearly a year of theft, torment, even threats.
Buyer beware: New state agency focused on credit card skimmers
Reports of skimming are once again on the rise in Texas, according to a new state agency.
Dallas ISD superintendent says state funding for school security is not enough
When a Dallas student was shot last month in the parking lot of Thomas Jefferson High School, Dallas ISD Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde immediately began thinking about extra security.
School safety bill calls for more surprise intruder audits on schools
Thousands of Texas schools underwent a surprise intruder audit this year. These random checks are meant find security weak points on campuses.
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Pavelski scores again, Stars beat Kraken 4-2 to even series
Joe Pavelski got an assist from Wyatt Johnston, his 19-year-old rookie housemate, who also scored a goal
Pavelski, Draisaitl each score 4 goals in NHL playoff games
Stars coach Peter DeBoer after his team's 5-4 overtime loss in Game 1 against Seattle called Pavelski's performance epic and added, "Ashamed we wasted it."
Walker 2 HRs, 5 RBIs as Dbacks win 12-7 for split in Texas
Christian Walker homered twice before he drew a bases-loaded walk that put the Arizona Diamondbacks ahead to stay in a 12-7 win in Texas.
Pavelski's epic return goes to waste as Stars lose Game 1
Joe Pavelski became the oldest player ever with a four-goal game in the NHL playoffs
The race to the Stanley Cup filled with first-round chaos
The Dallas Stars face the Seattle Kraken in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs Tuesday night at 8:30 p.m.
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How to handle an appraisal protest hearing
You have five minutes to try and lower your property tax bill. So how do you do it? CBS News Texas sat down with tax attorney Bobby Ola to get advice on how to handle an appraisal protest hearing.
North Texas is a major hub for fentanyl and meth distribution
Large airports, major high ways and the central location DFW has made it a main hub for distribution of drugs like fentanyl and meth. The DEA has focused and cracked down on these kinds of crimes making more than 200 arrests in the last year and taking 3.5 million pounds of meth off the streets.
Lawmakers scramble to attract new natural gas power plants for the Texas power grid
Texas Senators scrambled this week in an effort to make sure more natural gas-fired power plants are built to meet the state's growing demand for electricity.
Eye on Politics: Rep. Colin Allred announces he's challenging Sen. Ted Cruz
In this week's episode: Allred challenges Cruz, municipal elections are this weekend and retired teachers in Texas are likely getting a cost-of-living adjustment.
UT Dallas students create firefighting robot
A group of UT Dallas students created a firefighting robot that they hope will be able to knock down the most dangerous flames.
Latest News
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King Charles III and Queen Camilla officially crowned in coronation ceremony
Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla were formally crowned at Westminster Abbey and then waved to well-wishers at Buckingham Palace after the ceremony.
DEA: Fentanyl and meth pouring into North Texas at an alarming rate
North Texas has large airports, a central location in the country and a surplus of highways. These three things make the DFW area a major hub for drug distribution.
Property Taxes 101: How to handle an appraisal protest hearing
You have five minutes to try and lower your property tax bill. So how do you do it? CBS News Texas sat down with tax attorney Bobby Ola to get advice on how to handle an appraisal protest hearing.
Property taxes 101: How to prepare for your protest hearing
Most homeowners are watching their valuations go up yet again, thanks to record-breaking home sales over the last few years.
Lawmakers scramble to make sure more natural gas power plants are built for the Texas grid
The Texas Senate passed a new bill to attract new natural gas-fired power plants after SB 6, a priority bill, stalled in the Texas House.
The I-Team
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Patients still not protected from surprise ground ambulance bills
When you dial 911, chances are you're not thinking about how much the ambulance ride will cost. When it comes to time pay, many insured Americans are blindsided with a surprise medical bill.
North Texas family says former caregiver tormented them for months
A North Texas family hired a caregiver for help around the house. Instead, they say, that decision has led to nearly a year of theft, torment, even threats.
Buyer beware: New state agency focused on credit card skimmers
Reports of skimming are once again on the rise in Texas, according to a new state agency.
Dallas ISD superintendent says state funding for school security is not enough
When a Dallas student was shot last month in the parking lot of Thomas Jefferson High School, Dallas ISD Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde immediately began thinking about extra security.
School safety bill calls for more surprise intruder audits on schools
Thousands of Texas schools underwent a surprise intruder audit this year. These random checks are meant find security weak points on campuses.
Politics
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Jan. 6 prosecutors seek 25 years for Oath Keepers' Rhodes
The Justice Department is seeking 25 years in prison for Stewart Rhodes, the Oath Keepers founder convicted of seditious conspiracy for what prosecutors described as a violent plot to keep President Joe Biden out of the White House.
Eye on Politics: Rep. Colin Allred announces he's challenging Sen. Ted Cruz
In this week's episode: Allred challenges Cruz, municipal elections are this weekend and retired teachers in Texas are likely getting a cost-of-living adjustment.
FDA considering first over-the-counter birth control pill
Drugmaker HRA Pharma wants to sell birth control pills without a prescription.
GOP donor paid tuition for Clarence Thomas' grandnephew, report says
Thomas told C-SPAN in a 2007 interview that he and his wife, Ginni Thomas, were raising their grandnephew, Mark Martin, "as a son."
Enrique Tarrio, three other Proud Boys found guilty of seditious conspiracy
A fifth defendant, Dominic Pezzola, was found not guilty of the most serious charge, seditious conspiracy.
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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DEA: Fentanyl and meth pouring into North Texas at an alarming rate
North Texas has large airports, a central location in the country and a surplus of highways. These three things make the DFW area a major hub for drug distribution.
COVID is no longer a global health emergency, WHO says
The World Health Organization declared an end to the global COVID-19 emergency, but said countries should not let down their guard.
FDA approves first RSV vaccine to protect older adults
Up to 10,000 deaths and 160,000 hospitalizations a year are caused by RSV in seniors.
Bipartisan bill would ban kids under age 13 from using social media
The bill would also require children ages 13 to 17 to receive parental consent to create a social media account.
Officials say new heated helipad at Texas Health Plano will 'save lives'
Texas Health Plano is celebrating a new helipad that'll be heated for those icy North Texas days in the winter.
Business News
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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.
Survey: Business economists push back US recession forecasts
A majority of the nation's business economists expect a U.S. recession to begin later this year than they had previously forecast, after a series of reports have pointed to a surprisingly resilient economy despite steadily higher interest rates.
Record numbers of tourists brought billions in business to Fort Worth in 2022
At their annual meeting, Visit Fort Worth touted that the city saw a record number of tourists in 2022.
Sports News
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Pavelski scores again, Stars beat Kraken 4-2 to even series
Joe Pavelski got an assist from Wyatt Johnston, his 19-year-old rookie housemate, who also scored a goal
Pavelski, Draisaitl each score 4 goals in NHL playoff games
Stars coach Peter DeBoer after his team's 5-4 overtime loss in Game 1 against Seattle called Pavelski's performance epic and added, "Ashamed we wasted it."
Walker 2 HRs, 5 RBIs as Dbacks win 12-7 for split in Texas
Christian Walker homered twice before he drew a bases-loaded walk that put the Arizona Diamondbacks ahead to stay in a 12-7 win in Texas.
Pavelski's epic return goes to waste as Stars lose Game 1
Joe Pavelski became the oldest player ever with a four-goal game in the NHL playoffs
The race to the Stanley Cup filled with first-round chaos
The Dallas Stars face the Seattle Kraken in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs Tuesday night at 8:30 p.m.
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King Charles III and Queen Camilla officially crowned in coronation ceremony
Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla were formally crowned at Westminster Abbey and then waved to well-wishers at Buckingham Palace after the ceremony.
Taye Diggs guest stars on "S.W.A.T." on Friday, May 5
In "All that Glitters," following a string of violent home robberies, the team rushes to stop a crew targeting elderly victims.
2023 Tony Awards: Here are the nominees
The 76th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Ariana DeBose, will air on Sunday, June 11 at 8 p.m. ET exclusively on CBS and Paramount+.
Hollywood writers go on strike over fair pay in streaming era
These walkouts have often been lengthy. A 1988 Writers Guild strike lasted 153 days. The last one went for 100 days, starting in 2007 and ending in 2008.
Performers announced for the 58th ACM Awards hosted in Frisco
The performers include fellow Texans Miranda Lambert and Cody Johnson.
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How to handle an appraisal protest hearing
You have five minutes to try and lower your property tax bill. So how do you do it? CBS News Texas sat down with tax attorney Bobby Ola to get advice on how to handle an appraisal protest hearing.
North Texas is a major hub for fentanyl and meth distribution
Large airports, major high ways and the central location DFW has made it a main hub for distribution of drugs like fentanyl and meth. The DEA has focused and cracked down on these kinds of crimes making more than 200 arrests in the last year and taking 3.5 million pounds of meth off the streets.
Lawmakers scramble to attract new natural gas power plants for the Texas power grid
Texas Senators scrambled this week in an effort to make sure more natural gas-fired power plants are built to meet the state's growing demand for electricity.
Eye on Politics: Rep. Colin Allred announces he's challenging Sen. Ted Cruz
In this week's episode: Allred challenges Cruz, municipal elections are this weekend and retired teachers in Texas are likely getting a cost-of-living adjustment.
UT Dallas students create firefighting robot
A group of UT Dallas students created a firefighting robot that they hope will be able to knock down the most dangerous flames.
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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.
Hail, ominous storm clouds seen across North Texas
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International Women's Day: Celebrating the ones who raised, shaped & taught us
Want to share your appreciation for an important woman in your life? Send a photo of them through our website, along with their name and why you're celebrating them today!
