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Police issue Endangered Missing alert for 6-year-old boy from North Texas
Everman police say the missing 6-year-old Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez has several physical and developmental challenges. His mother Cindy Rodriguez-Singh is not cooperating with their investigation.
Civil rights attorney Lee Merritt arrested in relation to Collin County protest
Merritt was charged with obstructing a roadway and unlawfully carrying a weapon.
Experimental research, advanced prosthetics restore a sense of touch
Strides in prosthetic technology allow amputees and those with brain-controlled robotic limbs to feel a sense of touch using advanced prosthetic technology. Scott Pelley reports on breakthrough advances.
Couple still haunted by eBay stalking scandal
Ina and David Steiner were stalked and harassed in a campaign by eBay employees. They shared their story with 60 Minutes.
2 tigers recovered in Georgia zoo after enclosures breached by tornado
"Both have now been found, tranquilized, and safely returned to a secure enclosure," the zoo said.
Warner says White House supports bill targeting TikTok
Sen. Mark Warner said on "Face the Nation" that the White House supports his bipartisan bill that seeks to give Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo the power to ban or force the sale of TikTok.
Critical Missing 7-year-old Dallas boy found safe
Dallas police say Isaias Daniel Vasquez has been found and is safe
NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Elite 8 this weekend.
Biden issues emergency declaration for Mississippi after tornado kills dozens
"How anybody survived is unknown by me," said Rodney Porter, who lives 20 miles south of Rolling Fork, Mississippi, which was devastated by the tornado.
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Mostly dry and warm tomorrow, but small chance of rain for some
The real story comes Thursday, when another storm system brings severe chances yet again.
Rain could return to North Texas early this week
It will be warm tomorrow, but it may not last that long.
Warm, sunny weather continues into tomorrow for North Texas
Sunny skies expected through the day. High: 81.
Kids in Crisis
Inside America's youth mental health crisis
Children and teens across the U.S. increasingly face significant mental health challenges and a severe shortage of services to treat them. The result: kids everywhere are in crisis.
Half of all Texas school districts have no mental health services
Texas would need to hire more than 5,000 licensed school psychologists to meet minimum recommended ratios.
Miss Dallas 2023 uses her platform to help others with mental health care
Annette Addo-Yobo is a trailblazer – she's only the third Black woman to win the title of Miss Dallas in the Miss Dallas Park Cities organization. She's also breaking down barriers when it comes to mental health.
Why is only part of the Tarrant County Mental Health Jail Diversion Center being used?
After more than a year of operation, a jail alternative in Tarrant County is admitting about as many people each month, as it has the capacity to admit in a day.
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.
Eye on Politics: Different visions for property tax relief in Texas
There are two competing visions to provide property owners tax relief that are advancing in the Texas House and Senate. The debate over school choice is heating up in Austin. And with two shootings at high school parking lots in North Texas, CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink speaks with the authors of key school safety bills in the House.
Everything you need to know about the 88th Texas State Legislature
Everything you need to know about the 88th Texas State Legislature.
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TX Rep. Ken King on his school safety proposal
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink spoke with Republican State Rep. Ken King about the school safety legislation he co-authored.
TX Rep. Joe Moody on his school safety proposal
CBS News Texas spoke with Democratic State Rep. Joe Moody about the school safety legislation he co-authored.
TX Rep. Morgan Meyer discusses property tax relief proposals
Republican State. Rep. Morgan Meyer of Dallas discusses his proposal to provide Texans property tax relief.
TX Sen. Paul Bettencourt discusses property tax relief proposals
Republican State. Sen. Paul Bettencourt of Houston discusses his proposal to provide Texans property tax relief.
Political analyst discusses the significance of Ron DeSantis' Texas visit
Ahead of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' trip to Texas, political reporter Jack Fink talks to SMU political science professor Matthew Wilson about the significance of the visit.
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Texas bill would outlaw 'swoop and settle' insurance tactic after car crashes
"Unfortunately, not all carriers document settlements in writing and they utilize a practice known as 'swoop and settle' with an oral release," said State Representative Julie Johnson (D – Farmers Branch), who authored a bill that would outlaw oral automobile insurance releases.
Sleep apnea patients left frustrated & waiting as massive Philips CPAP recall drags on
"You are afraid to go to sleep because if you go to sleep without it, you might die. But if you go to sleep with it, it might kill you down the road," Janet Gray said.
Texas emergency rooms becoming front lines in the youth mental health crisis
Part of the solution: How an Oak Cliff school leads the way in use of research-based mental health tools for students.
I-Team: Handcuffed and restrained in hallways
According to a CBS Analysis, the I-Team has learned, in three school years (2018-19, 2019-20, 2020-21), school personnel, or police, restrained Texas children with disabilities at least 83,416 times.
Federal program that helps millions pay for internet access is plagued with fraud and complaints
A federal program that helps millions of low-income families connect to the internet has been plagued with fraud and complaints, according to government records.
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NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Elite 8 this weekend.
Texas blows out Xavier 83-71 for spot in NCAA Elite Eight
Tyrese Hunter scored 19 points and second-seeded Texas rolled to an 83-71 victory over third-seeded Xavier to reach the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 15 years.
Undermanned Hornets beat Doncic, Irving and Mavs 117-109
P.J. Washington Jr. scored 28 points and Gordon Hayward added 25 as the undermanned Charlotte Hornets built a 21-point lead and held on to beat the Dallas Mavericks 117-109 on Friday night.
Miami beats No. 1 seed Houston; all four top NCAA seeds out
Knocking No. 1 seed Houston out of the NCAA Tournament made Jim Larrañaga feel like dancing.
Houston Cougars' Marcus Sasser: From Red Oak HS to another Final Four run?
It's his one piece of unfinished business before embarking on a career in the NBA.
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Mostly dry and warm tomorrow, but small chance of rain for some
The real story comes Thursday, when another storm system brings severe chances yet again.
Police issue Endangered Missing alert for 6-year-old boy from North Texas
Everman police say the missing 6-year-old Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez has several physical and developmental challenges. His mother Cindy Rodriguez-Singh is not cooperating with their investigation. Read more: https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/endangered-missing-alert-for-6-year-old-boy/
Endangered Missing alert issued for missing Everman 6-year-old
Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez has been upgraded from an Amber Alert to an Endangered Missing Person Alert after police discovered his mother has fled the country without him.
Trump supporters at Waco rally not concerned about potential criminal charges
Supporters of the former president are steadfast in their loyalty to Trump.
Rain could return to North Texas early this week
It will be warm tomorrow, but it may not last that long.
Latest News
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Police issue Endangered Missing alert for 6-year-old boy from North Texas
Everman police say the missing 6-year-old Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez has several physical and developmental challenges. His mother Cindy Rodriguez-Singh is not cooperating with their investigation.
Civil rights attorney Lee Merritt arrested in relation to Collin County protest
Merritt was charged with obstructing a roadway and unlawfully carrying a weapon.
Experimental research, advanced prosthetics restore a sense of touch
Strides in prosthetic technology allow amputees and those with brain-controlled robotic limbs to feel a sense of touch using advanced prosthetic technology. Scott Pelley reports on breakthrough advances.
Couple still haunted by eBay stalking scandal
Ina and David Steiner were stalked and harassed in a campaign by eBay employees. They shared their story with 60 Minutes.
2 tigers recovered in Georgia zoo after enclosures breached by tornado
"Both have now been found, tranquilized, and safely returned to a secure enclosure," the zoo said.
The I-Team
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Texas bill would outlaw 'swoop and settle' insurance tactic after car crashes
"Unfortunately, not all carriers document settlements in writing and they utilize a practice known as 'swoop and settle' with an oral release," said State Representative Julie Johnson (D – Farmers Branch), who authored a bill that would outlaw oral automobile insurance releases.
Sleep apnea patients left frustrated & waiting as massive Philips CPAP recall drags on
"You are afraid to go to sleep because if you go to sleep without it, you might die. But if you go to sleep with it, it might kill you down the road," Janet Gray said.
Texas emergency rooms becoming front lines in the youth mental health crisis
Part of the solution: How an Oak Cliff school leads the way in use of research-based mental health tools for students.
I-Team: Handcuffed and restrained in hallways
According to a CBS Analysis, the I-Team has learned, in three school years (2018-19, 2019-20, 2020-21), school personnel, or police, restrained Texas children with disabilities at least 83,416 times.
Federal program that helps millions pay for internet access is plagued with fraud and complaints
A federal program that helps millions of low-income families connect to the internet has been plagued with fraud and complaints, according to government records.
Politics
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Warner says White House supports bill targeting TikTok
Sen. Mark Warner said on "Face the Nation" that the White House supports his bipartisan bill that seeks to give Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo the power to ban or force the sale of TikTok.
Biden issues emergency declaration for Mississippi after tornado kills dozens
"How anybody survived is unknown by me," said Rodney Porter, who lives 20 miles south of Rolling Fork, Mississippi, which was devastated by the tornado.
Mitch McConnell back home after completing physical therapy for concussion
Earlier this month, the senator from Kentucky tripped and fell while attending a private dinner at a Washington, D.C., hotel.
Trump rallying supporters in Waco ahead of possible charges
A defiant Donald Trump is holding the first rally of his 2024 campaign in Waco, Texas, as he faces the prospect of a possible indictment.
TX Rep. Ken King on his school safety proposal
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink spoke with Republican State Rep. Ken King about the school safety legislation he co-authored.
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.
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Biweekly fresh produce drive opens at West Dallas Multipurpose Center
A new effort in West Dallas aims to help make sure all residents are able to access fresh and healthy food.
Whole Woman's Health opens New Mexico clinic after closing Texas locations
Almost exactly nine months after closing their Texas locations, Whole Woman's Health (WWH) has opened a brand-new clinic in New Mexico.
Death toll climbs in outbreak linked to recalled eye drops
The CDC says three people have died, eight have lost their vision and four had an eyeball removed.
What are the worst cities to live in if you have allergies?
A new Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America report identified the worst cities to live in if you have allergies.
Affordable Care Act has reduced disparities in health care, report says
Since its passage in 2010, the Affordable Care Act, or ACA, has helped cut the U.S. uninsured rate nearly in half, a new report says.
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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.
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?
The last surviving Blockbuster has an ad timed for the Super Bowl
When you're the last lone surviving store in any industry, you've earned the right to have fun and hype it up.
Biden, López Obrador, Trudeau meet in Mexico City for summit
President Joe Biden, Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are set to meet for a series of talks on migration, trade and climate change.
Sports News
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NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Elite 8 this weekend.
Texas blows out Xavier 83-71 for spot in NCAA Elite Eight
Tyrese Hunter scored 19 points and second-seeded Texas rolled to an 83-71 victory over third-seeded Xavier to reach the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 15 years.
Undermanned Hornets beat Doncic, Irving and Mavs 117-109
P.J. Washington Jr. scored 28 points and Gordon Hayward added 25 as the undermanned Charlotte Hornets built a 21-point lead and held on to beat the Dallas Mavericks 117-109 on Friday night.
Miami beats No. 1 seed Houston; all four top NCAA seeds out
Knocking No. 1 seed Houston out of the NCAA Tournament made Jim Larrañaga feel like dancing.
Houston Cougars' Marcus Sasser: From Red Oak HS to another Final Four run?
It's his one piece of unfinished business before embarking on a career in the NBA.
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Actor Jonathan Majors arrested on domestic violence charges in New York City
Majors' criminal defense lawyer said he is "completely innocent and provably the victim of an altercation with a woman he knows."
Composer Nicholas Lloyd Webber, son of Andrew Lloyd Webber, dies at 43
"We are all totally bereft," Webber said in a statement.
New details revealed about 50th anniversary celebration "The Young and the Restless"
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
Lance Reddick's wife, Stephanie Reddick, posts tribute to late actor
Stephanie Reddick also thanked her late husband's many fans, especially those who knew him from the "Destiny" video game series.
Lance Reddick, actor in "The Wire" and "John Wick" movies, dies at age 60
The actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
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Mostly dry and warm tomorrow, but small chance of rain for some
The real story comes Thursday, when another storm system brings severe chances yet again.
Police issue Endangered Missing alert for 6-year-old boy from North Texas
Everman police say the missing 6-year-old Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez has several physical and developmental challenges. His mother Cindy Rodriguez-Singh is not cooperating with their investigation. Read more: https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/endangered-missing-alert-for-6-year-old-boy/
Endangered Missing alert issued for missing Everman 6-year-old
Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez has been upgraded from an Amber Alert to an Endangered Missing Person Alert after police discovered his mother has fled the country without him.
Trump supporters at Waco rally not concerned about potential criminal charges
Supporters of the former president are steadfast in their loyalty to Trump.
Rain could return to North Texas early this week
It will be warm tomorrow, but it may not last that long.
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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!
Aftermath of severe storms across North Texas
Many North Texans are recovering after severe storms rolled through Thursday evening.
Cupid visits little sweethearts in NICU
Where there is love, there is life and Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth says it's overflowing with bundles of love. Happy Valentine's Day!
Winter weather in North Texas: Beautiful ice photos
Despite the chaos caused when freezing rain falls in North Texas, the silent and stunning beauty of ice is something to admire.
