The history of the iconic Texas Star Ferris wheel
The Talley family brought the famous ride to Texas from Italy in 1984.
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The Talley family brought the famous ride to Texas from Italy in 1984.
Kennedi Walker goes behind the scenes to show us how the classic treat is made.
When you think fair food, you think turkey legs, funnel cakes, and corny dogs. Candied pickles are just one of the unique treats you can get at the State Fair of Texas this year. Kennedi takes a bite of the salty and sour chamoy pickle.
The State Fair of Texas begins today! Check here throughout the day for all the fun and festivities going on.
After a year of planning, the floats are ready for the Kroger Starlight Parade at the State Fair of Texas. The parade runs every night at 7:15 p.m. Kennedi got an inside look at preparations with Taylor Austin, who helped plan the parade.
Over two million people are expected to attend the State Fair of Texas. Senior Vice President of Public Relations for the fair, Karissa Condoianis, breaks down what it's like to prepare for so many fair-goers.
The State Fair icon is celebrating a big birthday this year!
"I don't want to put a game out here that nobody's going to play," said David Russ, the Director of Midway Operations.
The Woofus is 20 years old now, and he needs a little touch-up.
How will you get to the State Fair of Texas, and where can you park? Madison Sawyer helps you plan ahead for your trip to the fair.
From new cameras to an improved PA system, officials are working hard to keep fairgoers safe.
As a treat to their loyal customers, and to commemorate their 80th anniversary, they're giving away 80 free corny dogs every Friday this year.
In 1970, a missing piece of clothing nearly kept Big Tex out of the State Fair of Texas.
"I want them to see a liveliness that's there," Hansen said. "He's not a real person, but he has a personality that people assign to him, plus his voice and all that.
The world's biggest cowboy - who's wearing a new outfit this year - was raised in Fair Park this morning.
Judges compared all the entries and found the best of the best of savory food, sweet food, and creative dish.
Gold medalist Elizabeth Lemley is making her Winter Olympics debut at the Milan Cortina Games.
It will be sunny, cooler and less humid Wednesday, with morning temperatures in the 40s and afternoon highs expected in the mid-60s.
Attorney General Pam Bondi is appearing before the House Judiciary Committee as the Justice Department faces questions over the Epstein files.
The Federal Aviation Administration changed course and said flights would resume after halting all air traffic into and out of El Paso.
Ten days into the investigation, the FBI says the newly recovered footage could help identify the masked suspect.
Gold medalist Elizabeth Lemley is making her Winter Olympics debut at the Milan Cortina Games.
It will be sunny, cooler and less humid Wednesday, with morning temperatures in the 40s and afternoon highs expected in the mid-60s.
Attorney General Pam Bondi is appearing before the House Judiciary Committee as the Justice Department faces questions over the Epstein files.
The Federal Aviation Administration changed course and said flights would resume after halting all air traffic into and out of El Paso.
Ten days into the investigation, the FBI says the newly recovered footage could help identify the masked suspect.
As Texas, in recent years, has experienced an increase in its infant mortality rate, it has seen a growing interest in bereavement care for families.
Internal turmoil, missing records, and clashing narratives raise new questions about the nonprofit's management and oversight.
The CEO a Dallas nonprofit resigned after a CBS News Texas I-Team investigation that revealed the organization had failed to follow through on its core promises.
Seven years after a deadly school bus-train crash in Athens, the same crossing still lacks gates or lights—despite repeated promises to fix it.
A CBS News Texas investigation found those daily meals no longer being delivered to schools, despite the nonprofit's claims to the contrary.
Attorney General Pam Bondi is appearing before the House Judiciary Committee as the Justice Department faces questions over the Epstein files.
A federal grand jury refused to indict six Democrats who drew President Trump's ire by taping a video telling members of the military that they must reject "illegal orders," three sources told CBS News.
"We're going up against billionaire megadonors. We're going up against the establishment in both political parties."
Colin Allred discusses his clash with James Talarico and tells Jack Fink that he's still waiting for an apology. Allred also talks about his campaign for the 33rd Congressional District in Dallas County.
Democratic Congresswoman Julie Johnson discusses her campaign for the 33rd Congressional District. She tells Jack Fink about her priorities and responds to criticisms against her.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
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 Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 years in 2024 - the highest mark in American history. But the U.S. still ranks below dozens of other countries.
Weather-related closures left Carter BloodCare 4,000 units of blood and blood components short of what it needs.
The state of Texas is investing $50 million in research on psychedelic therapies.
Walk with a Doc invites community members to join low-pressure group walks led by physicians.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
Salad and Go, a drive-thru salad chain, said on Wednesday that it will close all remaining Texas and Oklahoma stores.
Gold medalist Elizabeth Lemley is making her Winter Olympics debut at the Milan Cortina Games.
The Texas Rangers announced promotional dates for the 2026 regular season at Globe Life Field on Tuesday.
Ben Ogden of Team USA won the silver medal in the cross-country sprint Tuesday at the Winter Olympics in Italy.
When the stage is big and the lights are at their brightest, Brooksby's superpower is on full display.
U.S. Olympian Hunter Hess said "there is so much that is great about America, but there are always things that could be better," a day after President Trump lashed out at him.
Chappell Roan says she's left her talent agency after its CEO, Casey Wasserman, was named in files related to late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is one of the most-streamed artists on the planet.
For the first time, a major U.S. automaker is putting a team up against the European giants of Formula One. Can Cadillac be a contender?
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny took the stage on Sunday dressed in all white, donning a jersey with his last name, Ocasio, and the number 64.
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.
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.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
