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Tarrant County Sheriff's deputy Brent Brown heads home
It was smiles a plenty at JPS hospital on Friday, Dec. 8, as Tarrant County Sheriff's deputy Brent Brown was released to continue his recovery at home.
Man was on FaceTime call when he was fatally shot inside Houston home, police say
Investigators are now trying to piece together what the motive was in the man's death.
FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
More than 70 million face increased threat of sea level rise worldwide
New data finds the impact of climate change on coastal flooding could increase five-fold by the end of the century, leading to major property and infrastructure losses.
Von Miller declines to comment on domestic assault allegations after returning to Bills practice
Miller declined to take questions at his locker a week after turning himself in to police in Glenn Heights after allegedly assaulting the mother of his children, who is pregnant.
Texas shooting suspect tried to escape from jail after deadly rampage
Shane James has been charged with capital murder in the wake of Tuesday's shootings in Austin and San Antonio, Texas.
1 dead, 1 injured in South Oak Cliff car crash
One person is dead following a crash in South Oak Cliff Thursday night.
U.S. labor market still strong: Almost 200k jobs added in November
The monthly report signals hiring remains stronger than many economists had forecast, while the jobless rate dipped to 3.7%.
Younger Partners shares new vision of Crockett Row, now named Artisan Circle
Younger Partners is helping city leaders, police and business owners to make the West 7th entertainment district a safer place.
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Everything you need to know before the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival
If you're participating, spectating or volunteering, here's everything you need to know about the event.
Here's what your Christmas tree selection means for the Texas economy
Last year alone, the Texas Christmas tree industry had a direct economic impact of $397 million, employing 3,896 people with a payroll of more than $97 million.
Meet Lonestar, our new puppy from Canine Companions
Lonestar, who is a cross between a Labrador Retriever and Golden Retriever, just started his two-year journey of training to become a service dog with Canine Companions.
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Temperatures drop after a warm Friday
Winter is returning!
Nutcracker classic is back at the Texas Ballet Theater
Texas Ballet Theater is bringing back the beloved Nutcracker to the stage in Fort Worth. The holiday classic runs almost nightly through Christmas Eve.
New jobs report is stronger than expected
The latest jobs numbers show some 200,000 jobs were added last month, which is more than economists predicted. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the total unemployment rate fell to 3.7% from 3.9% one month prior.
Cantaloupe recall expanded again
The FDA is continuing to expand a recall for cantaloupe linked to a deadly salmonella outbreak. The recalled products have been sold nationwide at retailers like Walmart, Aldi, Racetrack and Quick Trips. 230 cases of salmonella poisoning have been reported Texas.
Where's Brittany? Catching a ride on the North Pole Express
Our Brittany Rainey is catching a ride on the North Pole Express and she takes us to an ice skating rink you can go to with the family!
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Temperatures drop after a warm Friday
Winter is returning!
Spring returns on Friday, high temperatures will reach upper 70s
Today will feel a lot like spring! Highs will be in the mid to upper 70s.
Forecast brings spring weather in December
Today will feel a lot like spring! Highs will be in the mid to upper 70s. In fact, we'll be close to our record high of 80 degrees set back in 1977.
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Giving kids a fighting chance; Garland Police Boxing Gym home to Olympic hopeful
Life can deal you a series of bad blows, but the Garland police boxing gym is giving kids a fighting chance.
Grand Prairie ISD nurses say the district is asking them to go against the state
Some nurses are banding together in fear they will lose their licenses.
Football and bowling hybrid "fowling" comes to Plano in first Texas location
The idea originated in Indiana back in 2001, but has taken a few decades to make its way down south.
Denton County Transportation Authority sees highest ridership since 2019
This makes it one of the few transit agencies in the country that has fully recovered to pre-pandemic totals, according to DCTA.
Colleyville 5th graders combine allowances, donations to help classmate see in color
"I was just like, 'Is this what everyone else was seeing this whole time?' It just makes me feel thankful because I didn't know they would do this for me," Jaron Casillas said.
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Von Miller declines to comment on domestic assault allegations after returning to Bills practice
Miller declined to take questions at his locker a week after turning himself in to police in Glenn Heights after allegedly assaulting the mother of his children, who is pregnant.
Cowboys have done their part since losing to Eagles. Now it's back to high stakes in the rematch
Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys have done everything they were supposed to by winning four lower-stakes games since losing to Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles.
Hintz scores twice as the Stars rally to beat the Capitals 5-4 in a shootout
Roope Hintz scored twice in the third period and the Dallas Stars rallied to beat the Washington Capitals 5-4 in a shootout.
Luka Doncic has first first-half triple-double in Mavericks' 147-97 victory over Jazz
Doncic had 40 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists playing only three periods after the first first-half triple-double of his career in the Mavericks' 147-97 victory over the Jazz on Wednesday night.
Coming soon, longtime Red River Rivalry extended to stay at the Cotton Bowl
The University of Texas and University of Oklahoma have agreed to a contract extension to keep the historic Allstate Red River Rivalry football game at the Cotton Bowl through 2036.
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Tarrant County Sheriff's deputy Brent Brown heads home
It was smiles a plenty at JPS hospital on Friday, Dec. 8, as Tarrant County Sheriff's deputy Brent Brown was released to continue his recovery at home.
Man was on FaceTime call when he was fatally shot inside Houston home, police say
Investigators are now trying to piece together what the motive was in the man's death.
FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
More than 70 million face increased threat of sea level rise worldwide
New data finds the impact of climate change on coastal flooding could increase five-fold by the end of the century, leading to major property and infrastructure losses.
Von Miller declines to comment on domestic assault allegations after returning to Bills practice
Miller declined to take questions at his locker a week after turning himself in to police in Glenn Heights after allegedly assaulting the mother of his children, who is pregnant.
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Dallas man caught at the border allegedly trying to smuggle 187 guns into Mexico
Santiago Ramirez, 26, of Dallas faces up to 30 years in prison on multiple gun trafficking charges.
$100 cap on ambulance rides – new recommendation would end surprise billing
Every year, more than 3 million Americans are rushed to a hospital by an ambulance. For many, this unexpected ride can cost hundreds, if not thousands of dollars, out of pocket.
North Texas sex trafficking case closed without arrest
Nearly 20 months has passed since a North Texas girl disappeared from a Mavericks game, only to be found days later with sex traffickers.
Local woman believes solar contractors exploited late stepmother
The popularity of solar panels is exploding. But with popularity comes the potential for abuse.
Unexpected property tax statements deliver anxiety to Tarrant County homeowners
When the statements arrived with a red-outlined "Pay This Amount" listed on a payment coupon, Tarrant County homeowners couldn't make sense of what appeared to be a bill.
Politics
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Hunter Biden indicted on tax crimes by special counsel
Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, was indicted in the Central District of California Thursday.
One-on-one with Texas Tribune reporter Robert Downen
Jack Fink chats one-on-one with Texas Tribune reporter Robert Downen about antisemitism and the Texas Republican Party.
Texas judge allows abortion for woman whose fetus has fatal disorder
Texas has one of the strictest abortion bans in the country, and 20 women have previously sued to allow exceptions in the case of extreme pregnancy complications.
Trump returns to court as New York fraud trial nears end
Former President Donald Trump has attended the trial eight times and testified on Nov. 6. He is also expected to be the final defense witness next week.
Kevin McCarthy announces he will retire at the end of December
"I have decided to depart the House at the end of this year to serve America in new ways," McCarthy wrote in an op-ed for the Wall Street Journal.
Consumer News
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Amazon facilities in North Texas prepped, ready for Cyber Monday orders
To prepare for Cyber Monday, the Amazon Fulfillment Center in Grapevine hired an additional 800 employees to handle the influx of packages coming in and out of the facility.
Are the days of the mad rush to stores for Black Friday discounts over?
The days of chaotic lines, doorbuster sales, and the mad rush for discounts inside stores seem to be fading as more people shop online.
Your favorite Thanksgiving side could be more expensive this year
Thanksgiving is just around the corner! If you're hosting dinner this year, get ready for a rise in prices.
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.
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FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Protein bars recalled after hairnet and shrink wrap found in products
Recalled Burn Boot Camp snacks were sold at locations run by gym franchises throughout the U.S.
COVID variant BA.2.86 triples in new CDC estimates
A highly-mutated descendant called JN.1 could be to blame.
Millions of U.S. women face obstacles to getting maternity care
More than a third of counties in the U.S. don't have a hospital or birth center that offers obstetric care or any obstetric health care providers, one report says.
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Are the days of the mad rush to stores for Black Friday discounts over?
The days of chaotic lines, doorbuster sales, and the mad rush for discounts inside stores seem to be fading as more people shop online.
Feds: Southwest's customer service failed during flight cancellations last winter
The federal government may be preparing to penalize Southwest Airlines for thousands of flight cancellations that affected more than 2 million travelers last December.
American Airlines posts $545 million loss on higher labor costs in a time of big profits for rivals
American Airlines is reporting a $545 million loss for the third quarter due to higher labor costs.
Amazon will start testing drones that will drop prescriptions on your doorstep, literally
Amazon will soon make prescription drugs fall from the sky when the e-commerce giant becomes the latest company to test drone deliveries.
Wanna get away? Southwest adds 5 new enhancements to rewards program
The changes begin next month.
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Von Miller declines to comment on domestic assault allegations after returning to Bills practice
Miller declined to take questions at his locker a week after turning himself in to police in Glenn Heights after allegedly assaulting the mother of his children, who is pregnant.
Cowboys have done their part since losing to Eagles. Now it's back to high stakes in the rematch
Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys have done everything they were supposed to by winning four lower-stakes games since losing to Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles.
Hintz scores twice as the Stars rally to beat the Capitals 5-4 in a shootout
Roope Hintz scored twice in the third period and the Dallas Stars rallied to beat the Washington Capitals 5-4 in a shootout.
Luka Doncic has first first-half triple-double in Mavericks' 147-97 victory over Jazz
Doncic had 40 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists playing only three periods after the first first-half triple-double of his career in the Mavericks' 147-97 victory over the Jazz on Wednesday night.
Coming soon, longtime Red River Rivalry extended to stay at the Cotton Bowl
The University of Texas and University of Oklahoma have agreed to a contract extension to keep the historic Allstate Red River Rivalry football game at the Cotton Bowl through 2036.
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Entertainment
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Sean "Diddy" Combs denies accusations after new gang rape lawsuit
A woman has accused Sean "Diddy" Combs and two other men of gang raping her in 2003 when she was 17 years old.
Your Dollars & Sense: Is it time to cut the cord?
CBS News Texas' Keith Russell tackles personal finance in this weekly segment.
Norman Lear, legendary TV producer, dies at age 101
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
Taylor Swift is TIME's 2023 Person of the Year
"This is the proudest and happiest I've ever felt," Taylor Swift told TIME after being named the magazine's Person of the Year for 2023.
1958's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" tops Billboard chart for first time
Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" outperformed familiar chart-topper Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You."
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Temperatures drop after a warm Friday
Winter is returning!
Nutcracker classic is back at the Texas Ballet Theater
Texas Ballet Theater is bringing back the beloved Nutcracker to the stage in Fort Worth. The holiday classic runs almost nightly through Christmas Eve.
New jobs report is stronger than expected
The latest jobs numbers show some 200,000 jobs were added last month, which is more than economists predicted. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the total unemployment rate fell to 3.7% from 3.9% one month prior.
Cantaloupe recall expanded again
The FDA is continuing to expand a recall for cantaloupe linked to a deadly salmonella outbreak. The recalled products have been sold nationwide at retailers like Walmart, Aldi, Racetrack and Quick Trips. 230 cases of salmonella poisoning have been reported Texas.
Where's Brittany? Catching a ride on the North Pole Express
Our Brittany Rainey is catching a ride on the North Pole Express and she takes us to an ice skating rink you can go to with the family!
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Painting for peace: Texas artist joins Israel–Hamas war protests
Dallas artist Roberto Marquez traveled to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt, the U.S. capital and will attend this weekend's statewide protest in Austin.
Went And Took It: Texas Rangers 2023 World Series victory parade
On Friday, hundreds of thousands of fans gathered outside and all around Globe Life Field in Arlington to celebrate the Texas Rangers historical World Series win!
Sweeter than candy: NICU babies too cute to spook!
Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at several Texas Health hospitals were dressed in creative costumes for Halloween.
Fried food & Ferris wheels: Colorful sights from the State Fair of Texas
Is that the smell of cotton candy, beignets and brisket wafting over Fair Park? It sure is, and we are here for it!
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!
