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Rain slows down, flooding threat remains for North Texas
A flood watch remains in effect through Friday evening.
Gear up for the NBA Finals! Dallas Mavericks merch, tickets on sale Friday
Fans will have to act quick to snag tickets when they go on sale Friday at 1 p.m.
Escaping financial abuse: New program gives path to healing
The program connects abuse survivors with free legal aid, aiming to utilize a 2019 Texas law championed by Texas Appleseed to erase coerced debt.
The Dallas Mavericks are headed to the NBA Finals!
Lost pets flood Garland Animal Shelter after storms hit
More than 70 animals have been brought into the Garland Animal Shelter since Tuesday after severe storms swept through the area, separating many pets from their homes.
Texas Republicans blast Trump guilty verdict: "This is an absolute travesty of justice"
Both Democrats and Republicans point to the historical precedence: the fact that this is the first time that a President or former President has been convicted, let alone being indicted.
Family wants change in Wylie neighborhood after 5-year-old killed by suspected speeding car
Residents said the speeding is getting out of control.
Bust out your cowboy boots, a new rodeo is coming to North Texas
Final preparations are underway for the first-ever Rodeo Celina this weekend.
Trump guilty in "hush money" trial as jury hands down historic verdict
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on all counts in his "hush money" trial in New York, becoming the first former president to be convicted of a crime.
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Donations pour in for tornado victims, but some needs will remain unmet
Over 110 people stopped by the Valley View Community Center for help Wednesday. Aurora Ortiz came in because she needed help with a funeral for a tornado victim.
3D-printed home under construction in Fort Worth
It is believed to be the city's first such home.
Texas primary runoff election results 2024
The primary runoff election featured races in which no candidate received more than 50% of the vote in the March 5 primary election.
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Escaping financial abuse: New program gives path to healing
Seven years ago, Krystal King escaped an abusive relationship. While the physical bruises have faded, the financial troubles persist.
Rain moves out of North Texas as the day continues
The rain and storm chances will end from west to east through the morning hours Friday.
North Texas retailers stock up with Mavs playoffs gear
If you want the Western Conference Championship gear Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving and the rest of the team were wearing Thursday night, stores have you covered with special hours.
U.S. Gymnastics Championships to take place at Dickies Arena
Olympic gymnasts like Simone Biles and Suni Lee are competing in the U.S. Gymnastics Championships in Fort Worth this weekend.
The Dallas Mavericks are the 2024 Western Conference Champions
The Dallas Mavericks beat the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5. Luka Dončić was named the Western Conference Finals MVP. The team can now look towards going head-to-head against the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals.
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Rain moves out of North Texas as the day continues
The rain and storm chances will end from west to east through the morning hours Friday.
Rain slows down, flooding threat remains for North Texas
A flood watch remains in effect through Friday evening.
Rounds of strong to severe storms continue in North Texas
The main threats are damaging winds, large hail and flooding.
Flash flooding possible with storms Thursday
Today's storms bring the potential for hail, damaging winds and flooding.
North Texas Tornadoes
Valley View outdoor warning siren malfunctioned, didn't sound before deadly tornado
Officials say they found a wiring issue Wednesday, where power is drawn from the building. They say the issue has been fixed and the siren is back in service.
North Texas tornado survivors shed tears, call the experience "traumatic"
Jeff Collinsworth said he can still hear Saturday's tornado in Valley View and his neighbor's piercing cries for help.
On North Texas "Firefighter Row," storm victims helped by fellow firefighters
"We're all brothers, no matter where we come from, what we do, or what our background is, and we take care of each other."
North Texas family spends holiday cleaning up farm leveled by tornado
"Everything's gone, it's devastated. It's our life's work."
North Texas Tornado Damage
Damage from across North Texas that was left behind by two tornadoes on May 25.
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Gear up for the NBA Finals! Dallas Mavericks merch, tickets on sale Friday
Fans will have to act quick to snag tickets when they go on sale Friday at 1 p.m.
The Dallas Mavericks are headed to the NBA Finals!
Luka Dončić was named the Western Conference Finals MVP.
Stars fall to Oilers in Game 4, series tied at 2-2
Game 5 is Friday night in Dallas.
Scottie Scheffler charges dropped after arrest outside PGA Championship
Scottie Scheffler was arrested outside the PGA Championship in Louisville, Kentucky, earlier this month.
Timberwolves beat the Mavs 105-100, avoiding the sweep
Game 5 is Thursday in Minnesota.
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Rain slows down, flooding threat remains for North Texas
A flood watch remains in effect through Friday evening.
Gear up for the NBA Finals! Dallas Mavericks merch, tickets on sale Friday
Fans will have to act quick to snag tickets when they go on sale Friday at 1 p.m.
Escaping financial abuse: New program gives path to healing
The program connects abuse survivors with free legal aid, aiming to utilize a 2019 Texas law championed by Texas Appleseed to erase coerced debt.
The Dallas Mavericks are headed to the NBA Finals!
Lost pets flood Garland Animal Shelter after storms hit
More than 70 animals have been brought into the Garland Animal Shelter since Tuesday after severe storms swept through the area, separating many pets from their homes.
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Escaping financial abuse: New program gives path to healing
The program connects abuse survivors with free legal aid, aiming to utilize a 2019 Texas law championed by Texas Appleseed to erase coerced debt.
Trafficked in Texas: I-Team goes behind the scenes with the Department of Homeland Security
The Department of Homeland Security reported an alarming 36.2 million suspected cases of child exploitation last year, more than doubling the 16.9 million cases reported in 2019.
Thousands of retired police guns are found at crime scenes every year
Every year, thousands of guns once used by law enforcement officers are discovered at crime scenes, even as police work to keep firearms out of criminals' hands.
Mesquite woman shares squatter eviction nightmare: "I'm trying to live the American dream"
A Mesquite woman's dramatic fight to evict a squatter took center stage in Austin Wednesday, where the senate committee on local governments took up the issue.
Consumer advocates say Texas falls short enforcing environmental law
Despite the state's famous "Don't mess with Texas" ad campaign, the TCEQ only investigated half of the complaints it received last year.
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Texas Republicans blast Trump guilty verdict: "This is an absolute travesty of justice"
Both Democrats and Republicans point to the historical precedence: the fact that this is the first time that a President or former President has been convicted, let alone being indicted.
Trump guilty in "hush money" trial as jury hands down historic verdict
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on all counts in his "hush money" trial in New York, becoming the first former president to be convicted of a crime.
How Trump's conviction could change the dynamics of the 2024 race
Former President Donald Trump has been found guilty of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in his Manhattan criminal trial.
Trump's felony conviction can't keep him from becoming president
The Constitution says nothing about criminal history in its very few qualifications for being president.
Is Trump going to prison? What to know about the possible sentence after his conviction
For the first time, a judge will consider whether a former president should be put behind bars for a felony conviction.
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Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
What you need to know before investing in solar panels
Over the past several months, the CBS News Texas I-Team has reported on solar panel horror stories. This time, we set out to find a success story.
North Texas drivers express concerns over self-driving 18-wheelers
Self-driving 18-wheelers have longtime truckers worried about their livelihood and others concerned that the technology needs more testing to make sure the public is safe.
New CosMc's location now open in Far North Dallas
McDonald's concept restaurant CosMc's has taken its drink-focused menu to Dallas for its second-ever location.
Dairy Queen again marks start of spring with free vanilla cones
With the country on the cusp of greeting the return of spring, a warm-weather treat is once again available for free for a limited time only.
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Dallas woman uses her past to brighten the future for others
Mackenzie Blacketer is one of thousands of people recovering from substance abuse issues.
Senate Republicans introduce bill to protect IVF access
A Democratic-led effort to safeguard access to IVF failed earlier this year in the Senate.
Dog food sold by Walmart recalled as it may contain metal pieces
Some bags of Pedigree dry dog food could pose a health hazard to pets, Mars Petcare warned in a recall posted by the FDA.
North Texas spring rain brings back mosquitoes and West Nile Virus
The City of Arlington has had its first sample to test positive in the area and will spray for prevention Wednesday night.
Deaf girl's parents amazed as gene therapy lets her hear for first time
The parents of a U.K. toddler say it's "absolutely mind-blowing" to see their daughter, enrolled in a gene therapy trial, hear for the first time.
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What's open in Dallas, Fort Worth on Memorial Day 2024?
If you're not one of the millions of people traveling for the holiday, here's where you can go to shop and eat.
Dallas employment attorney says the noncompete ban will make it through legal challenges
Within hours of the vote, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced it would sue to block the ban. Dallas employment attorney Rogge Dunn predicts employees will ultimately win this battle.
Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen & Market abruptly close 6 months after merger
The closure affects both Dom's locations in Chicago, and all 33 Foxtrot stores in Chicago, Texas, and the Washington D.C. area.
Medical provider leaving Texas over AG investigation into gender affirming care for minors
Texas law SB 14 prohibits drug and surgical "gender transition" interventions for minors.
Samsung gets $6.4B in federal funds to make computer chips in Texas
The projects are expected to create at least 17,000 construction jobs and 4,500 manufacturing jobs.
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Gear up for the NBA Finals! Dallas Mavericks merch, tickets on sale Friday
Fans will have to act quick to snag tickets when they go on sale Friday at 1 p.m.
The Dallas Mavericks are headed to the NBA Finals!
Luka Dončić was named the Western Conference Finals MVP.
Stars fall to Oilers in Game 4, series tied at 2-2
Game 5 is Friday night in Dallas.
Scottie Scheffler charges dropped after arrest outside PGA Championship
Scottie Scheffler was arrested outside the PGA Championship in Louisville, Kentucky, earlier this month.
Timberwolves beat the Mavs 105-100, avoiding the sweep
Game 5 is Thursday in Minnesota.
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Hamilton fans rejoice as national Broadway tour hits DFW
The national Broadway tour of the show is running in Dallas at the Winspear Opera House and will head to Fort Worth's Bass Performance Hall on June 11.
Richard M. Sherman, prolific Disney songwriter, dies at 95
Richard M. Sherman and his brother penned instantly memorable songs for "Mary Poppins," "The Jungle Book" and "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang."
Morgan Spurlock, "Super Size Me" filmmaker, dies at 53
Documentary filmmaker Morgan Spurlock, an Oscar nominee who focused on food and American diets, has died of cancer at age 53.
Sean "Diddy" Combs accused of drugging, sexually assaulting model in 2003
Crystal McKinney, a former model, accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of drugging and sexually assaulting her in New York City over 20 years ago. She filed the lawsuit under the NYC Gender Motivated Violence Act.
Sean "Diddy" Combs apologizes for alleged assault seen in 2016 video
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
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Escaping financial abuse: New program gives path to healing
Seven years ago, Krystal King escaped an abusive relationship. While the physical bruises have faded, the financial troubles persist.
Rain moves out of North Texas as the day continues
The rain and storm chances will end from west to east through the morning hours Friday.
North Texas retailers stock up with Mavs playoffs gear
If you want the Western Conference Championship gear Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving and the rest of the team were wearing Thursday night, stores have you covered with special hours.
U.S. Gymnastics Championships to take place at Dickies Arena
Olympic gymnasts like Simone Biles and Suni Lee are competing in the U.S. Gymnastics Championships in Fort Worth this weekend.
The Dallas Mavericks are the 2024 Western Conference Champions
The Dallas Mavericks beat the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5. Luka Dončić was named the Western Conference Finals MVP. The team can now look towards going head-to-head against the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals.
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Spring storm damage across North Texas
Severe storms made way across North Texas on May 28, leaving behind a path of destruction.
North Texas Tornado Damage
Damage from across North Texas that was left behind by two tornadoes on May 25.
Tornado destroys Texas home, storm chaser saves family of 4: PHOTOS
A storm chaser not only captured a massive tornado touching down in Hawley, Texas on Thursday but ended up rescuing a family of four whose home was destroyed by it.
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!
