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Candlelight vigil planned for Fort Worth officer struck and killed on duty
The longtime officer was standing outside his vehicle at the I-35W fuel spill scene when another vehicle zoomed through the scene in the wrong direction and hit him.
CBS News Texas heads back to school
The CBS News Texas morning team will be riding along on an Arlington ISD school bus on Aug. 14, documenting the first day of school.
North Texans continue to mourn Garland family killed in street-racing crash
A memorial has been set up in front of the Fuel Stop gas station off S. Beltline Road in Grand Prairie.
Leaders question why suspect in police sergeant's death was out on probation
The suspect had recently pleaded guilty to aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
70 Texas lawmakers oppose State Fair's concealed carry ban
The policy change comes after 23-year-old Cameron Turner opened fire, injuring three, at Fair Park last year.
Viral Jolly Rancher TikTok recipe leaves boy with severe burns. Here's a doctor's warning.
A viral TikTok video ended with a mom's 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
Harris to release her first major economic plan as presidential candidate
Friday's speech will mark the first time Kamala Harris has released a major policy initiative since President Biden dropped out of the race last month.
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee's daughter seeks to finish mother's term
Erica Lee Carter, the daughter of former Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, who died last month, announced she wants to fill the remainder of her mother's term.
Ford and Mazda issue "Do Not Drive" alerts for 457,000 cars
Risk of serious injury or death as a result of the defective airbags increases with vehicles' age, both Ford and the NHTSA warn.
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Friends, co-workers, and the community remember Fort Worth Police Sgt. Billy Randolph
Friends, family, and co-workers are remembering the 29-year Fort Worth Police veteran killed in the line of duty.
The shifting Electoral College map in the presidential race between Harris, Trump
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Shooter's uncle pleaded with police during Uvalde tragedy
Twenty-one people died during the 2022 shooting, including 19 students and two teachers.
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Cowboys’ Jake Ferguson sets sights on being league’s best tight end
Dallas Cowboys' Jake Ferguson, aiming to be the top tight end in the league, discusses his offseason training and the importance of building chemistry with his coach.
North Texans continue to mourn Garland family killed in street-racing crash
Reaction continues to pour in as the North Texas area grieves for a Garland family killed in a street-racing-related crash.
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee's daughter seeks to finish mother's term
The daughter of former Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, who died last month, announced late Monday that she intends to run to fill the Houston-area seat for the remainder of her mother's term.
Tarrant County leaders, law enforcement question why suspect in police sergeant's death was out on p
Tarrant County leaders are questioning why the suspect accused of hitting and killing Sgt. Billy Randolph was out of jail at the time. DeAujalae Evans, 25 years old, had recently pleaded guilty to aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. According to court documents, Evans shot another woman, who was identified as her romantic partner, in March of 2023. She was sentenced to 72 months of probation in April of this year after entering a guilty plea.
How much dairy is too much?
For many Americans, about 10% of all calories come from dairy.
First Alert Weather
First Alert Weather
Heat advisory in effect across North Texas during after-school pickup
Tuesday will be hot for after-school pickup, with high temperatures forecast to reach 100 degrees across most of North Texas.
Record-breaking heat in the North Texas back to school forecast
Tuesday will be hot for after-school pickup, with high temperatures forecast to reach 100 degrees across most of North Texas.
More record-breaking heat on the way to North Texas
The hottest day of the year is forecast for Sunday with a high of 105 degrees.
Heat advisory in place for most of North Texas
"Feels-like" temperatures could reach up to 108 degrees in North Texas on Tuesday.
Back to School
CBS News Texas heads back to school
The CBS News Texas morning team will be riding along on an Arlington ISD school bus on Aug. 14, documenting the first day of school.
Health and safety tips for back-to-school: Eye on Health
There is a new TikTok trend that might send your student to the doctor.
500 DISD students go back to school with new kicks thanks to Oak Cliff nonprofit
About 500 kids started the school year with a fresh pair of shoes, thanks to a local nonprofit dedicated to empowering underserved students in Oak Cliff.
Fort Worth Police Department, PAL host back-to-school backpack giveaway
"Financially, everybody's struggling these days, and we need all the help we can get."
Dallas ISD almost fully staffed but still hiring days before first day of school
At Dallas ISD's Hillcrest High School, Arthur Valle prepares for his first, "first day of school," as a brand new teacher.
10,000 students receive free supplies at Arlington ISD's back-to-school kickoff
Students, parents, and volunteers packed inside AT&T Stadium for the event hosted by the Gene and Jerry Jones Family Arlington Youth Foundation.
Tarrant County provides fresh produce to 500 families ahead of school year
The back-to-school Mega Mobile is designed to serve any families in Denton, Cooke and Wise counties who need food assistance before the new school year begins.
North Texas school district requiring students to lock cell phones in pouches
A survey of GPISD staff found more than 90% support the pilot program.
Tarrant County 'Back-to-School Roundup' brings in thousands of students, families
Thousands of students and families headed to the Tarrant County College South Campus on Friday for the 18th annual "Back-to-School Roundup."
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Cowboys fall to the Rams 13-12 in preseason opener
The Cowboys face Las Vegas on Saturday.
How the U.S. did in the Paris Olympics compared with previous Summer Games
The U.S. powered its way to the top of the Olympic medal count at the 2024 Paris Games, continuing a streak that's been going on for years.
U.S. women's basketball team beats France by 1 point to win gold medal
Only two of those victories had been by single digits before the game against France.
Team USA holds off France to win gold in Olympic men's basketball
Steph Curry made four 3-pointers in the final 2:43 to give Team USA its fifth straight Olympic gold medal Saturday.
Team USA wins Olympic gold in men's and women's 4x400 relay
Men hit an Olympic-record time in their gold medal race and women came in only .1 short of the world record to nab their gold medal.
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Candlelight vigil planned for Fort Worth officer struck and killed on duty
The longtime officer was standing outside his vehicle at the I-35W fuel spill scene when another vehicle zoomed through the scene in the wrong direction and hit him.
CBS News Texas heads back to school
The CBS News Texas morning team will be riding along on an Arlington ISD school bus on Aug. 14, documenting the first day of school.
North Texans continue to mourn Garland family killed in street-racing crash
A memorial has been set up in front of the Fuel Stop gas station off S. Beltline Road in Grand Prairie.
Leaders question why suspect in police sergeant's death was out on probation
The suspect had recently pleaded guilty to aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
70 Texas lawmakers oppose State Fair's concealed carry ban
The policy change comes after 23-year-old Cameron Turner opened fire, injuring three, at Fair Park last year.
The I-Team
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Woman watches backyard disappear after city says erosion is her problem
Her neighborhood sits in the shadow of Arlington's stadiums, but one woman feels her backyard is no longer safe.
North Texas Bollywood singer accused in real estate fraud scheme
Sammy Mukherjee denied all the accusations, but declined to get into details about the investment deals.
Bills mounting for owners of illegal dump site in Fort Worth
Months after the I-Team revealed a massive illegal dump in a quiet Fort Worth neighborhood, the cleanup has begun.
Texas companies linked to millions of dollars in fraudulent Medicare billings
After exposing a company allegedly connected to fraudulent billings, people flooded CBS News Texas with calls and emails.
Dallas police bust suspected chop shop as car theft victims watch
A North Texas man managed to track down his wife's stolen car, leading police to an apparent chop shop.
Politics
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Harris to release her first major economic plan as presidential candidate
Friday's speech will mark the first time Kamala Harris has released a major policy initiative since President Biden dropped out of the race last month.
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee's daughter seeks to finish mother's term
Erica Lee Carter, the daughter of former Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, who died last month, announced she wants to fill the remainder of her mother's term.
Trump's live chat with Musk on X plagued by glitches
Donald Trump had a rambling conversation with uber-wealthy supporter Elon Musk in Trump's return to X, a chat was was plagued by glitches Musk claimed were from a cyberattack.
Trump falsely claims Harris campaign used AI to fake crowd in Detroit
Photos and videos show a large crowd attended a recent Kamala Harris campaign event in Detroit. Donald Trump falsely claims it was AI-generated.
Harris backs ending taxes on tips, echoing Trump's position
Vice President Kamala Harris is rolling out a new policy position, saying she'll fight to end taxes on tips for service and hospitality workers.
Consumer News
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Viral Jolly Rancher TikTok recipe leaves boy with severe burns. Here's a doctor's warning.
A viral TikTok video ended with a mom's 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
Crews continue cleanup of debris left from storms in Richardson
Richardson residents continue to recover from storms that hit North Texas with winds that created debris and damages to homes.
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.
Health News
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Viral Jolly Rancher TikTok recipe leaves boy with severe burns. Here's a doctor's warning.
A viral TikTok video ended with a mom's 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
FDA rejects MDMA for treating PTSD, calls for redo of study, drugmaker says
Drugmaker Lykos Therapeutics had asked the FDA to approve its MDMA capsules as part of a therapy regimen for treating PTSD. It says another study will take "several years."
Rocket fuel chemical is widespread in food, Consumer Reports finds
Perchlorate is found in a wide variety of foods, especially products popular with babies and kids, advocacy group says.
Dallas woman dies after contracting West Nile Virus
Dallas County Health and Human Services said the woman was a resident of the 75230 ZIP code and had underlying health conditions.
Harry and Meghan launch initiative to address dangers of online harm
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation.
Business News
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Chevron moving its headquarters from California to Texas
Chevron Corporation announced Friday it would relocate its headquarters from San Ramon to Houston, Texas before the end of the year.
Olympic Committee sues Logan Paul's energy drink brand over trademark
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
Elon Musk announces X, SpaceX headquarters relocating to Texas
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
North Texas shoppers remain skeptical of Kroger-Albertsons merger as grocery giants make moves for federal approval
Consumer confidence in the deal remains as unguaranteed as a nod from the feds.
First ammo vending machine in Texas makes its debut
Dallas-based American Rounds says more than 200 stores in Texas are requesting a machine.
Sports News
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Cowboys fall to the Rams 13-12 in preseason opener
The Cowboys face Las Vegas on Saturday.
How the U.S. did in the Paris Olympics compared with previous Summer Games
The U.S. powered its way to the top of the Olympic medal count at the 2024 Paris Games, continuing a streak that's been going on for years.
U.S. women's basketball team beats France by 1 point to win gold medal
Only two of those victories had been by single digits before the game against France.
Team USA holds off France to win gold in Olympic men's basketball
Steph Curry made four 3-pointers in the final 2:43 to give Team USA its fifth straight Olympic gold medal Saturday.
Team USA wins Olympic gold in men's and women's 4x400 relay
Men hit an Olympic-record time in their gold medal race and women came in only .1 short of the world record to nab their gold medal.
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Post Malone on success, loneliness, and making his audience know they're loved
"F-1 Trillion," the new album from one of the biggest pop stars in the world, features Post Malone's duets with some of the biggest names in country, including Luke Combs, Blake Shelton, Morgan Wallen and Dolly Parton.
Taylor Swift shows in Vienna canceled over alleged terrorist plot
Authorities say two suspected extremists believed to be tied to ISIS appeared to be planning an attack on an event in the Vienna area.
Snoop Dogg's best moments at the Olympics so far
Snoop Dogg has been winning fans with his droll commentary and enthusiasm at the 2024 Olympic Games.
Aerosmith announces retirement from touring due to Steven Tyler's vocal injury
Massachusetts-based rock band Aerosmith has announced that they're retiring from touring and cancelling their farewell tour due to lead singer Steven Tyler's vocal injury.
Princess Leia bikini costume sells at auction for $175,000
The costume was made famous when Carrie Fisher wore it at the start of the 1983 film "Return of the Jedi."
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Cowboys’ Jake Ferguson sets sights on being league’s best tight end
Dallas Cowboys' Jake Ferguson, aiming to be the top tight end in the league, discusses his offseason training and the importance of building chemistry with his coach.
North Texans continue to mourn Garland family killed in street-racing crash
Reaction continues to pour in as the North Texas area grieves for a Garland family killed in a street-racing-related crash.
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee's daughter seeks to finish mother's term
The daughter of former Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, who died last month, announced late Monday that she intends to run to fill the Houston-area seat for the remainder of her mother's term.
Tarrant County leaders, law enforcement question why suspect in police sergeant's death was out on p
Tarrant County leaders are questioning why the suspect accused of hitting and killing Sgt. Billy Randolph was out of jail at the time. DeAujalae Evans, 25 years old, had recently pleaded guilty to aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. According to court documents, Evans shot another woman, who was identified as her romantic partner, in March of 2023. She was sentenced to 72 months of probation in April of this year after entering a guilty plea.
How much dairy is too much?
For many Americans, about 10% of all calories come from dairy.
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Fort Worth celebrates Fourth at Panther Island Pavilion
Stars, stripes and plenty of fun in the sun is how Fort Worth celebrates the Fourth of July.
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.
