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Rain into Christmas Eve ahead of a chilly Christmas Day
A dense fog advisory is in place for most of North Texas until 12:00 a.m. as visibility could drop to a ¼ mile or less.
Paramedics guilty of criminally negligent homicide in death of Elijah McClain
A Colorado jury on Friday found two paramedics guilty of criminally negligent homicide in the death of Elijah McClain near his home in Aurora.
Coppell man goes to the bottom of the world to win the 2023 Antarctic Ice Marathon
Most North Texans try to avoid the ice and snow, but Michael Higgins recently traveled to the bottom of the world to run a marathon, not just to visit.
Some students at Rusk Middle School left feeling merry and bright after 'Winter Wish' event
Not every child receives gifts under the Christmas tree. That's why the teachers and staff at Thomas J. Rusk Middle School have stepped up for years to ensure that students in need receive Christmas gifts.
Housing group made millions getting tax breaks for developers, costing cities and schools even more
Housing Finance Corporations are intended to leverage special rules for low-income housing but some are falling short on their promise.
A new 'homeless' tree in Fort Worth preserves the deep-rooted spirit of the original
The new tree still has the same deep-rooted meaning as its predecessor, serving as a reminder to help others this holiday.
Eye on Politics: Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson explains why he switched political parties
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
DPD Chief & Dallas Mayor discuss violent crime and the changes they say need to be made
Jack Fink spoke with Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia and Mayor Eric Johnson about rising murders, but violent crime overall dropping for the 3rd straight year.
Wayfair CEO's holiday message to employees: Work harder
Wayfair CEO Niraj Shah's recipe for corporate success involves putting in longer hours and "blending work and life."
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Holiday Giving: Decorated Army veteran gets new car
Retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Alan Conway was awarded the Purple Heart in 2009 for wounds he sustained in action.
This Dallas Cowboys superfan brings holiday cheer to children's hospitals 1 teddy bear at a time
"I have tears going down my eyes whenever I give a bear to a kid because I'm fighting a disease and I know they are, too," he said.
Is buying a real Christmas tree better for the environment than buying a fake tree?
Have you ever thought about the difference a real Christmas tree and a fake Christmas tree have on the environment?
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Heavy rain on Sunday before clearing for Christmas day
It will be a wet start to the holiday. Expect to see some heavy rains on Christmas Eve before it clears up for the big holiday.
Coppell man travels to the bottom of the world to compete in the 2023 Antarctic Ice Marathon
Most North Texans try to avoid the ice and snow, but Michael Higgins recently traveled to the bottom of the world to run a marathon, not just to visit.
After 'Winter Wish' event, some students at Rusk Middle School went home feeling merry and bright
Not every child receives gifts under the Christmas tree. That's why the teachers and staff at Thomas J. Rusk Middle School have stepped up for years to ensure that students in need receive Christmas gifts.
Mystery Christmas tree in Fort Worth has deep roots
A mysterious Christmas tree in Fort Worth has residents wondering where it came from. The tree is currently located on a hill off westbound I-30 between Beach and Oakland. The tree, it turns out, is linked to a former Fort Worth icon.
Jack Fink discusses Dallas' rising murder rate with Mayor Eric Johnson and Police Chief Eddie Garcia
What can be done about the rising murder rate in Dallas? Jack Fink sits down with Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia and Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson to discuss it.
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Rain into Christmas Eve ahead of a chilly Christmas Day
A dense fog advisory is in place for most of North Texas until 12:00 a.m. as visibility could drop to a ¼ mile or less.
Heavy rain on Sunday before clearing for Christmas day
It will be a wet start to the holiday. Expect to see some heavy rains on Christmas Eve before it clears up for the big holiday.
Rain for the weekend but sunshine is on tap for Christmas
It won't be a complete washout but many of us in North Texas will see rain before things clear up for Christmas day.
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Walmart expands drone delivery operations to Lewisville
In partnership with Wing, customer can get essentials from the Walmart Supercenter located at 801 W Main St in Lewisville delivered to their homes in 30 minutes or less.
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.
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The Cowboys know they gave playoff opponents a blueprint by getting run over by the Bills
The Dallas Cowboys know they gave playoff teams a blueprint by getting run over by the Buffalo Bills.
Eric Montross, former UNC basketball star, dies at 52
Eric Montross had been diagnosed with cancer in March, leading to him stepping away from his duties as a radio analyst for UNC game broadcasts.
Cowboys fall to Bills but clinch playoff spot
Before Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills ever started, Dallas clinched a spot in the playoffs.
NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar breaks hip in fall at Los Angeles concert
Abdul-Jabbar is undergoing surgery Saturday after he broke his hip in an "accidental fall," a representative said.
NFL approves regular-season game for Brazil in 2024 in more international expansion
The NFL will play a regular-season game in Brazil in 2024.
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Rain into Christmas Eve ahead of a chilly Christmas Day
A dense fog advisory is in place for most of North Texas until 12:00 a.m. as visibility could drop to a ¼ mile or less.
Paramedics guilty of criminally negligent homicide in death of Elijah McClain
A Colorado jury on Friday found two paramedics guilty of criminally negligent homicide in the death of Elijah McClain near his home in Aurora.
Coppell man goes to the bottom of the world to win the 2023 Antarctic Ice Marathon
Most North Texans try to avoid the ice and snow, but Michael Higgins recently traveled to the bottom of the world to run a marathon, not just to visit.
Some students at Rusk Middle School left feeling merry and bright after 'Winter Wish' event
Not every child receives gifts under the Christmas tree. That's why the teachers and staff at Thomas J. Rusk Middle School have stepped up for years to ensure that students in need receive Christmas gifts.
Housing group made millions getting tax breaks for developers, costing cities and schools even more
Housing Finance Corporations are intended to leverage special rules for low-income housing but some are falling short on their promise.
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Family shares 5 photos showing how daughter escaped sex trafficking
The Morris family and their then 15-year-old went to a Mavericks game in April 2022. After leaving her seat, she disappeared. Now they are speaking out about how she escaped sex trafficking.
Lawmakers may have cost local governments billions, expanding a tax break to private developers
It allows for a 100% exemption from paying any property taxes or sales taxes for up to 99 years.
Hundreds of guns used in crimes in Canada smuggled from Texas
Mexican drug cartels are not the only ones who look to Texas to smuggle guns.
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.
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Eye on Politics: Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson explains why he switched political parties
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Supreme Court declines to fast-track Trump immunity dispute
Special counsel Jack Smith asked the Supreme Court to bypass the appeals court and decide whether former President Donald Trump is immune from federal prosecution.
Biden pardons thousands convicted of marijuana charges in D.C., federal lands
The president is pardoning people convicted on marijuana charges on federal lands and in D.C., and granting clemency to 11 people serving "disproportionately long" sentences.
CBS News poll: What are Americans' hopes and resolutions for 2024?
This is part 3 in the CBS News poll series "What's Good?" Americans feel about twice as hopeful as discouraged when they think about 2024.
CBS News poll: Connections and conversations — and why they matter
CBS News This is part 2 in the CBS News poll series "What's Good?"
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SmileDirectClub ceases operations immediately — here's what it means for their customers
For customers of SmileDirectClub, they were greeted with a message that they had shut down when logging on to its website.
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.
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Coppell man goes to the bottom of the world to win the 2023 Antarctic Ice Marathon
Most North Texans try to avoid the ice and snow, but Michael Higgins recently traveled to the bottom of the world to run a marathon, not just to visit.
Are COVID symptoms still the same? What to know about the JN.1 wave
Most COVID-19 symptoms and guidelines for testing and treatment remain largely unchanged as cases from the JN.1 variant rise.
WeightWatchers launches program for weight-loss drug users
WeightWatchers program aims to help members maintain healthy habits while taking anti-obesity drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy.
This North Texas family is on a mission to spread Type 1 diabetes awareness
When people hear the word "diabetes," they often associate it with obesity and poor eating habits. But there's a less common form of diabetes that affects nearly two million Americans.
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.
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Will your shipped gifts make it in time? Delivery speeds from retailers are improving
Some of America's biggest retailers are working to increase their shipping speeds to please shoppers expecting faster and faster deliveries.
Nearly a year after 2 tornadoes ripped through Grapevine, Sam's Club announces reopening date
The company said the club will be "revitalized" and undergo "extensive renovations" before reopening in late 2024.
SmileDirectClub ceases operations immediately — here's what it means for their customers
For customers of SmileDirectClub, they were greeted with a message that they had shut down when logging on to its website.
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.
Sports News
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The Cowboys know they gave playoff opponents a blueprint by getting run over by the Bills
The Dallas Cowboys know they gave playoff teams a blueprint by getting run over by the Buffalo Bills.
Eric Montross, former UNC basketball star, dies at 52
Eric Montross had been diagnosed with cancer in March, leading to him stepping away from his duties as a radio analyst for UNC game broadcasts.
Cowboys fall to Bills but clinch playoff spot
Before Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills ever started, Dallas clinched a spot in the playoffs.
NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar breaks hip in fall at Los Angeles concert
Abdul-Jabbar is undergoing surgery Saturday after he broke his hip in an "accidental fall," a representative said.
NFL approves regular-season game for Brazil in 2024 in more international expansion
The NFL will play a regular-season game in Brazil in 2024.
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Gypsy Rose Blanchard will be released from prison next week. Here's what we know
The first thing Gypsy Rose Blanchard wants to do after she's released? Meet Taylor Swift.
CBS presents 'Dick Van Dyke 98 Years of Magic'
GRAMMY®, Emmy® and Tony® Award winner Van Dyke is one of the most beloved and legendary stars.
CBS presents "25th Annual A Home for the Holidays"
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the special which raises awareness of this important social issue.
Maury Povich announces paternity test for baby orangutan
The paternity of a baby orangutan born at the Denver Zoo was a mystery – so the zoo went to the paternity test expert, Maury Povich.
George Clooney says Matthew Perry "wasn't happy"
George Clooney talked about his friendship with the late Matthew Perry, who died from the acute effects of ketamine earlier this year.
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Heavy rain on Sunday before clearing for Christmas day
It will be a wet start to the holiday. Expect to see some heavy rains on Christmas Eve before it clears up for the big holiday.
Coppell man travels to the bottom of the world to compete in the 2023 Antarctic Ice Marathon
Most North Texans try to avoid the ice and snow, but Michael Higgins recently traveled to the bottom of the world to run a marathon, not just to visit.
After 'Winter Wish' event, some students at Rusk Middle School went home feeling merry and bright
Not every child receives gifts under the Christmas tree. That's why the teachers and staff at Thomas J. Rusk Middle School have stepped up for years to ensure that students in need receive Christmas gifts.
Mystery Christmas tree in Fort Worth has deep roots
A mysterious Christmas tree in Fort Worth has residents wondering where it came from. The tree is currently located on a hill off westbound I-30 between Beach and Oakland. The tree, it turns out, is linked to a former Fort Worth icon.
Jack Fink discusses Dallas' rising murder rate with Mayor Eric Johnson and Police Chief Eddie Garcia
What can be done about the rising murder rate in Dallas? Jack Fink sits down with Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia and Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson to discuss it.
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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!
