Dallas County District Judge Amber Givens resigns, plans to run for District Attorney
"Let us lead and let us make Dallas County a model for justice once again," said Givens. "Dallas County, let's restore justice together."
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Court blocks Florida abortion clinic buffer zone, citing free speech rights
A divided federal appeals court ruled Thursday that Clearwater's buffer zone outside an abortion clinic violates the First Amendment.
12-year-old Wylie student arrested for making threats against school administrator
The child is also accused of trying to grab a school resource officer's gun.
Texas representatives react to U.S. Supreme court allowing use of new maps in redistricting battle
The U.S. Supreme Court Justices will keep the 2025 congressional maps in place for next year's all-important midterm elections.
Near-freezing temps Friday morning, temperatures warm up a little this weekend
Expect clouds to gradually break as we get through the day on Friday, with highs warming to the lower 50s in the metroplex by afternoon.
Supreme Court allows Texas GOP to use new redistricted map for now
Texas approved a new congressional map this summer after Trump urged state GOP lawmakers to craft new House district lines to help Republicans hold onto their majority in the 2026 midterms.
Private citizens in Texas can now sue anyone who manufactures, distributes or mails abortion medication in or to Texas
Another sweeping anti-abortion law is now in effect in Texas. House Bill 7 went into effect on Thursday. It restricts abortion-inducing drugs in the state by allowing private citizens to sue anyone who manufactures, distributes, or mails abortion medication in or to Texas.
Norovirus cases surge nationally and in Texas ahead of the holiday season
A fast-moving stomach bug is spreading across the country, and if you're not careful, doctors say the foodborne illness could ruin your holiday season.
Amazon Prime launches drone delivery service in Richardson
Amazon drones are now flying through the skies of Richardson, making your Prime service even faster!
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North Texas mayor offers to raise millions to keep GCISD campuses open
William Tate has previously floated the idea of raising taxes to prevent Bransford and Dove elementary schools from closing within Grapevine-Colleyville ISD. That didn't take hold.
Fort Worth ISD school board votes to appeal TEA takeover
The Fort Worth ISD school board voted 7-1 Tuesday night to appeal the state's takeover of the district.
Grapevine-Colleyville ISD to vote on closing 2 elementary campuses
The GCISD school board is likely to vote to approve the closure and consolidation of two elementary schools for next school year.
Is AI replacing teachers? At 2 North Texas private schools, it is
It's called Alpha School for grades K-8, and it's the most expensive private school in Texas. One campus is in Plano and the other is in Fort Worth.
McKinney ISD names 3 elementary schools to be repurposed
The school board also discussed new attendance zones for elementary, middle and high schools with underutilized campuses.
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Nurse seen on video leaving Dallas woman in labor is no longer employed
The Dallas Regional Medical Center confirmed the nurse was no longer employed on Tuesday night.
Jasmine Crockett poised to make announcement ahead of Monday's filing deadline
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett took another step closer Tuesday to running for U.S. Senate in Texas.
14-year-old girl dies after being hit by pickup truck in Flower Mound
A 14-year-old girl has died after being hit by a truck on Tuesday afternoon in Flower Mound, police said.
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North Texas prepares for World Cup Draw: safety measures and watch parties planned
Ahead of Friday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup draw in Washington, D.C., North Texas is gearing up with watch parties while authorities ensure safety and smooth travel.
Arlington Sheraton Hotel to be demolished
The Sheraton Hotel in Arlington's entertainment district is preparing for demolition. Arlington officials confirmed the news today. The Texas Workforce Commission says 110 employees will be let go starting in February of next year.
U.S. Supreme Court rules in favor of new Texas redistricting maps, what's next?
The decision from the U.S. Supreme Court to allow the new Texas redistricting maps is a big win for Republicans in the state. Texas Republicans stand to gain up to 5 seats with the implementation of these new maps for the March 3rd primary and 2026 midterm elections. Political reporter Jack Fink explains what's next.
Dallas County District Judge Amber Givens resigns, plans to run for District Attorney
Longtime District Court Judge Amber Givens filed paperwork to run for Dallas County District Attorney. The announcement sets up a primary showdown with incumbent DA John Creuzot, who Givens has accused of being behind what she says is a smear campaign against her that includes an incident in 2021.
A new abortion law is in effect in Texas, here's who it affects
A new abortion law is now in effect in Texas, further restricting abortion access. House Bill 7 restricts abortion-inducing drugs in the state by allowing private citizens to sue anyone who manufactures, distributes or mails abortion medication in or to Texas.
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Near-freezing temps Friday morning, temperatures warm up a little this weekend
Expect clouds to gradually break as we get through the day on Friday, with highs warming to the lower 50s in the metroplex by afternoon.
North Texas on fall temperature roller coaster through next week
First Alert meteorologist Michael Autovino has the latest forecast.
Cold Thursday ahead in North Texas with light breeze and drizzle
Hit-or-miss showers, along with drizzle at times, are in the forecast for North Texas on Thursday.
Cold Thursday for North Texas with some rain possible before temps warm up for the weekend
First Alert meteorologist Michael Autovino has the latest forecast.
11 Days of Giving
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Grace Bridge awarded $1,000 to provide over 2,400 holiday meals
We’re honored to donate $1,000 to Grace Bridge — helping provide more than 2,400 meals and Christmas support for North Texas families.
Dallas nonprofit feeds, supports families in the community
Brother Bill's is an 80-year-old nonprofit based in West Dallas, providing wraparound services to over 200 ZIP codes, focusing on essentials of life like education and finance.
Day 8 of 11 Days of Giving: $1,000 donation supports Fort Worth’s NICA food bank
North Texas families face increased need this holiday season. To help, CBS’s 11 Days of Giving campaign with Tom Thumb and Albertsons is donating $1,000 daily to local food banks. Thursday’s donation went to Northside Inter-Community Agency (NICA) in Fort Worth, which has served the community for over 55 years.
Holiday break leaves thousands of kids hungry, so Lovepacs steps in
When the school bell rings for holiday break, most kids count down to time off and fun. But for thousands in North Texas, that same break means something else: days without school meals.
Duncanville Outreach Ministry receives $1,000 donation to help local families: 11 Days of Giving
The donation ensures the ministry can continue its mission of providing hope to North Texans.
Irving Cares gets $1,000 donation to help North Texas families: 11 Days of Giving
Gift comes through 11 Days of Giving campaign, supporting food pantry and wraparound services.
Denton Freedom House food pantry receives $1,000 donation from 11 Days of Giving
Fresh food comes in daily, sometimes hourly, to keep shelves stocked at the Denton Freedom House food pantry.
Arlington Charities sees record demand and fresh support from 11 Days of Giving
Thanksgiving is just a week away, and many North Texas families are struggling as the holidays approach.
Plano nonprofit sees demand soar, receives $1,000 donation as part of 11 Days of Giving
As the holidays approach, many North Texas families are feeling the strain of a difficult year. The Storehouse in Plano is seeing that need firsthand.
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Trump's support among Latinos slips, Pew report shows
A new Pew survey shows Trump's support among Latinos slipping as many say his immigration and economic policies have worsened their situation.
Amid visa backlog, foreign-born North Texas pastor self-deports
Pastor Albert Oliveira is one of many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States forced to make the difficult decision to self-deport.
North Texas pastor among foreign-born religious workers forced to self-deport
Pastor Albert Oliveira is just one of the many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States choosing to self-deport amid a visa backlog.
U.S. immigrant population sees decline after record high, report finds
For decades, the nation's overall immigrant population has been climbing. But shifting policies are reversing that trend.
Future uncertain for programs supporting migrant children facing immigration court
For migrant children, who range in age from 3 to 17 years old and arrive in the U.S. without a guardian, applying for asylum can be a confusing obstacle.
Gov. Abbott signs 2 new bills to strengthen border security, immigration enforcement
SB 36 will create a division of Homeland Security within Texas's Department of Public Safety.
As news of immigration court arrests spread, some migrants weigh self-deporting
Two weeks ago, the Trump administration began carrying out its latest tactic aimed at fast-tracking deportations.
ICE arrests immigrants at Dallas courthouse amid new deportation tactic
The detentions come on the heels of similar arrests earlier this week in immigration courts across the country.
ICE agents arrest immigrants at federal courthouse in Dallas, across country
Multiple sources have confirmed that at least a handful of people were arrested on the spot after their cases were dismissed in Dallas.
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How to watch Detroit Lions vs. Dallas Cowboys game for NFL Week 14
The Detroit Lions host the Dallas Cowboys in Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season on Thursday.
Robertson scores, Oettinger shines as Stars shut out Devils 3-0
The Dallas Stars shut out the New Jersey Devils 3-0 on Wednesday night.
Cowboys, Lions clash in crucial NFC wild card and division race showdown
The Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are the top two teams in the hunt for an NFC wild card and are still holding on to hopes to compete for division championships.
Cowboys-Chiefs game set NFL regular season viewership record, data shows
An average of 57.23 million people watched the Cowboys outlast the Chiefs at AT&T Stadium on CBS.
Dallas Stars' Tyler Seguin expected to miss rest of NHL season with torn ACL
Coach Glen Gulutzan said Tuesday that Seguin would be out several months after the 33-year-old was injured Monday night at the New York Rangers.
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Dallas County District Judge Amber Givens resigns, plans to run for District Attorney
"Let us lead and let us make Dallas County a model for justice once again," said Givens. "Dallas County, let's restore justice together."
Court blocks Florida abortion clinic buffer zone, citing free speech rights
A divided federal appeals court ruled Thursday that Clearwater's buffer zone outside an abortion clinic violates the First Amendment.
12-year-old Wylie student arrested for making threats against school administrator
The child is also accused of trying to grab a school resource officer's gun.
Texas representatives react to U.S. Supreme court allowing use of new maps in redistricting battle
The U.S. Supreme Court Justices will keep the 2025 congressional maps in place for next year's all-important midterm elections.
Near-freezing temps Friday morning, temperatures warm up a little this weekend
Expect clouds to gradually break as we get through the day on Friday, with highs warming to the lower 50s in the metroplex by afternoon.
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School buses improve educational outcomes. Why are they massively underfunded?
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
I-Team Investigation: A patchwork of protection
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
Texas woman shares violent video of jail experience
It took Azellia Thompkins nearly a year to watch the video of her attempted suicide in the Scurry County jail. Now, she's hoping others will watch it.
In jail instead of a hospital; the struggle to get mental health treatment in Texas
The average wait for a bed in a maximum-security psychiatric facility in Texas is over eight months.
New messages show why Kerr County judge was absent in aftermath of deadly July 4th floods
At a legislative hearing, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick blasted Judge Rob Kelly for being absent in his county's time of need.
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U.S. Supreme Court rules in favor of new Texas redistricting maps, what's next?
The decision from the U.S. Supreme Court to allow the new Texas redistricting maps is a big win for Republicans in the state. Texas Republicans stand to gain up to 5 seats with the implementation of these new maps for the March 3rd primary and 2026 midterm elections. Political reporter Jack Fink explains what's next.
Texas representatives react to U.S. Supreme court allowing use of new maps in redistricting battle
The U.S. Supreme Court Justices will keep the 2025 congressional maps in place for next year's all-important midterm elections.
Supreme Court allows Texas GOP to use new redistricted map for now
Texas approved a new congressional map this summer after Trump urged state GOP lawmakers to craft new House district lines to help Republicans hold onto their majority in the 2026 midterms.
Trump thinks tariff revenue could replace income taxes. Is that possible?
President Trump suggested Americans won't have to pay personal income taxes "in the not-too-distant future" because of rising U.S. tariffs.
FBI arrests suspect in 2021 D.C. pipe bomb case, identified as Virginia man
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
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Delta faces first lawsuits in Toronto plane crash
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas agricultural commissioner calls for ban on additives in public water
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
With paper tags going away in Texas, officials fear toll dodgers will use fake metal plates
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Activists call for boycott of Target following rollback of DEI initiatives
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Target is ending its diversity goals
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
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Doctors warn of new severe flu strain that could start showing up in North Texas
It's called H3N1, and it can not only cause more severe illness in older adults, but it's also proving to be resistant to flu vaccines.
Crowley police officer's search for living kidney donor while battling stage 5 renal failure
A North Texas man serves the community as a full-time Crowley police officer; however, that young officer is the one who needs help after he received a life-threatening diagnosis over the summer.
Non-profit, search and rescue experts write wandering toolkit for those with dementia
The toolkit includes tips for caretakers and applies to anyone with dementia.
Doctor who criticized vaccines named CDC principal deputy director
Louisiana Surgeon General Ralph Abraham, a critic of government vaccine mandates, has been quietly appointed to one of the CDC's top positions.
These 19 cooking pans could leach lead into your food, FDA warns
Consumers with the imported pans should throw them away due to the severe health risks posed by lead, the agency warns.
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Rodeo Dallas launching new location in uptown
Rodeo Dallas, a popular but controversial Deep Ellum nightclub, is getting back in the saddle. In Uptown.
Google's $40 billion investment in Texas to boost AI, cloud, and energy infrastructure
"This is a Texas-sized investment in the future of our great state," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement.
American Airlines announces layoffs at Texas headquarters
American Airlines has announced plans to cut management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in North Texas.
U.S. ranchers oppose Trump's Argentina beef imports, experts doubt it will lower prices
President Donald Trump's plan to cut record beef prices by importing more meat from Argentina is running into heated opposition from U.S. ranchers.
North Texas content creators: from side hustles to successful influencer careers
It's estimated that thousands of content creators are living in North Texas. But how much are they earning from it, and could anyone be successful at it?
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How to watch Detroit Lions vs. Dallas Cowboys game for NFL Week 14
The Detroit Lions host the Dallas Cowboys in Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season on Thursday.
Robertson scores, Oettinger shines as Stars shut out Devils 3-0
The Dallas Stars shut out the New Jersey Devils 3-0 on Wednesday night.
Cowboys, Lions clash in crucial NFC wild card and division race showdown
The Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are the top two teams in the hunt for an NFC wild card and are still holding on to hopes to compete for division championships.
Cowboys-Chiefs game set NFL regular season viewership record, data shows
An average of 57.23 million people watched the Cowboys outlast the Chiefs at AT&T Stadium on CBS.
Dallas Stars' Tyler Seguin expected to miss rest of NHL season with torn ACL
Coach Glen Gulutzan said Tuesday that Seguin would be out several months after the 33-year-old was injured Monday night at the New York Rangers.
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Metallica's gift of giving
The heavy metal band has not only changed lives with their music; they've also changed lives with their philanthropy – from donations to food banks and disaster relief, to their charity, All Within My Hands, which has donated to workforce education and other critical services.
Playwright and "Shakespeare in Love" screenwriter Tom Stoppard dies at 88
Stoppard was often hailed as the greatest British playwright of his generation.
Jimmy Cliff, reggae music and Jamaican cultural icon, dies at 81
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
Donald Glover reveals he had a stroke last year
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
Man who rushed Ariana Grande at "Wicked: For Good" premiere deported
The man, Johnson Wen, was sent back to Australia and "has been barred from re-entering Singapore," the city-state's immigration authority said in a statement quoted by broadcaster CNA.
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Photos: Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returns to North Texas
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Texas Health NICU babies celebrate first Valentine's Day in style
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
Mavericks fans call for GM Nico Harrison's firing ahead of Anthony Davis' first home game
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
