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Trump says he will raise global tariffs to 15% after Supreme Court decision
On Friday, President Trump signed a proclamation that would impose 10% tariffs on most foreign imports to the United States.
Cooler, breezy weather returns to North Texas
A cold front will be moving through the area, causing wind to gust up to 30 mph at times.
Team USA captures record-breaking 11th gold medal at Winter Games
Team USA could add more gold medals to its tally, including on Sunday when the U.S. men's hockey team takes on Team Canada.
3 men suspected of shipping opium poppy to the U.S. arrested in Spain
Police in Spain seized a stash of about 1,161 pounds of Papaver somniferum, also known as opium poppy.
Cop's shortness of breath was the only sign of rare lung disorder
Travis Corbitt's struggles to breathe led to his retirement and reliance on an oxygen tank.
Pittsburgh Pirates legend Bill Mazeroski dies at age 89
The man known for his walk-off, ninth-inning World Series-winning home run died Friday at age 89.
North Texas artists find new audiences through NFM's Black History Month exhibition
Local artists say the showcase offers visibility, cultural connection, and a chance to reach thousands of new customers.
Timberwolves beat Mavericks 122-111; Edwards scores 40 points
Anthony Edwards returned to Minnesota with his All-Star Game MVP award and scored 40 points to help the Timberwolves hold off Dallas 122-111 in the 10th straight loss for the Mavericks.
Dog attack sends Dallas officer to hospital; second person also taken, authorities say
The officer was listed in stable condition, and officials said another person was also taken to a hospital.
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Cooler temperatures return to North Texas; expect chilly mornings
A cold front will be moving through the area, causing wind to gust up to 30 mph at times. This will make the actual temperature outside feel anywhere from 5 to 10 degrees cooler.
Cooler, breezy weather returns to North Texas
A cold front will be moving through the area, causing wind to gust up to 30 mph at times.
Pleasant, cooler Friday for North Texas before temperatures dip through the weekend
Temperatures on Sunday morning will be close to freezing.
Morning low temperatures to drop through the weekend in North Texas
First Alert meteorologist Michael Autovino has the latest forecast.
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Nearly $100 million spent on campaign advertising for Texas Senate seat, report says
Texas Senate race heats up: Cornyn trails Paxton as $98 million+ spent, runoff looms and campaigns gear up for November showdown.
In bitter GOP primary fight for Texas Senate seat, Paxton and Cornyn exchange insults
On day one of early voting, Ken Paxton told John Cornyn to "come home" as their heated GOP Senate primary battle intensifies.
Texas Senate candidates Jasmine Crockett, Wesley Hunt rally voters ahead of early voting for March 3 primaries
Early voting runs from Tuesday until Friday, Feb. 27.
New congressional district in Dallas attracts 4 Democrats
It is one of two Democratic majority districts in North Texas after the 32nd Congressional District was redrawn to have a majority of Republicans.
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Coppell ISD volunteers door-knock to recruit for public school enrollment
Every day for weeks, a group of parents, teachers and city leaders organize a route to knock on every door in their district.
Arlington ISD to discuss possible elementary school closure
The district is hosting a community meeting Wednesday night to talk about the likelihood of closing Blanton Elementary.
TEA to meet with Lake Worth ISD community amid possible takeover
The meeting is an opportunity for parents, teachers and the community to ask questions and learn more about the takeover.
What to know: Special needs students and the Texas school voucher program
Children with special needs are eligible for up to $30,000.
TEA appoints conservator as state takes over Lake Worth ISD
The TEA announced the state takeover of the district last month.
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DFW cools down as major East Coast winter storm takes shape
A powerful winter storm is forming off the Carolinas and is expected to track up the East Coast, bringing major impacts along the I‑95 corridor. Forecasters warn it could become a significant nor’easter, with New York City under its first blizzard warning in nine years. The system is developing as North Texas shifts abruptly from spring‑like warmth back to colder February weather.
NWS hosts SKYWARN training as spring storm season nears
With spring storm season approaching, the National Weather Service is holding free SKYWARN storm spotter training sessions across North Texas. At a class in Garland this morning, residents learned how storms form, how to prepare for severe weather, and what warning signs to watch for. Meteorologists say spotters play a critical role by reporting real‑time conditions that radar can’t detect, helping forecasters make faster and more accurate warning decisions.
Trump vows to raise global tariffs after Supreme Court strikes down earlier plan
One day after the Supreme Court struck down his sweeping tariffs, President Donald Trump said he would raise the global tariffs his administration imposed on Friday from 10% to the legally allowed 15%. The Court ruled 6–3 that he lacked authority to impose such tariffs under emergency powers. Trump criticized the justices and also expressed renewed concern about Iran, saying a military strike is possible.
DART backs plan to boost funding for cities considering leaving system
DART’s board has approved a six‑year funding plan designed to keep several North Texas cities from leaving the transit system. The proposal, passed 10-1, returns a growing share of member cities’ sales‑tax revenue -- starting at 5% and rising to 7.5% -- and pairs it with new Regional Transportation Council funding. Combined, cities are expected to receive roughly 10% more funding by 2031.
Hill County district warns families after arrest in AI‑generated porn case
A Hill County school district is warning families after a former student was arrested for creating AI‑generated pornography using real photos of teachers and students. The Texas Rangers are investigating, and police say it’s unclear how many altered images exist or whether any were shared. Families who believe their child may be affected are urged to contact Itasca police.
Beyond the Border
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.
Millions of asylum-seekers left waiting in immigration court backlog
While illegal migrant crossings have dropped, immigration courts now have a historically high volume of cases
I-Team Investigations
VA home care changes in Texas: fewer hours for some vets, rural caregiver pay to drop in January
Texas veterans could be at risk of losing the help they need to stay home.
Stolen suitcase, GPS tracker, and weeks of waiting on police: inside a North Texas couple's search for answers
A North Texas couple tracked their stolen airport luggage across Dallas using an AirTag — only to learn police couldn't act on the data alone.
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.
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Democratic Candidate for Texas Lt. Governor Vikki Goodwin
Democratic Candidate for Texas Lt. Governor Vikki Goodwin discusses her campaign. She describes what her priorities for Lt. Governor would be if she is elected for the position.
Democratic Candidate for Texas Lt. Governor Marcos Velez
Democratic Candidate for Texas Lt. Governor Marcos Velez discusses his campaign. He describes what his priorities for Lt. Governor would be if he is elected for the position.
Democratic Candidate for 33rd Congressional District Carlos Quintanilla
Democratic Candidate for 33rd Congressional District Carlos Quintanilla discusses his campaign. He describes what his priorities for Congress would be if he is elected to the position.
Colin Allred discusses his clash with James Talarico, campaign for 33rd Congressional District
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
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.
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Team USA wins Olympic gold over Canada in women's hockey overtime thriller
This was the seventh gold medal match — and fifth in a row — between the two hockey powerhouses.
Ilia Malinin reflects on Olympic experience: "You learn a lot more from failure"
Star figure skater Ilia Malinin stressed he was focused on moving forward and continuing to push the boundaries of the sport.
Rashee Rice sued in Dallas over domestic violence accusations
The Kansas CIty Chiefs wide receiver's ex-girlfriend alleges repeated physical violence and other abusive behaviors.
Kyrie Irving will miss this season as he continues ACL recovery, Dallas Mavericks say
Despite making steady progress in rehab, Irving said it was tough to come to the decision, but it was the "right one" not to return this season.
Mikaela Shiffrin wins gold in women's slalom, breaking Olympic drought
Mikaela Shiffrin, the most decorated skier of all time, last won a medal at the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang.
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Rondale Moore, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver, dies at age 25
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore was found dead at the age of 25 at a residence in New Albany, Indiana, authorities reported Saturday.
Ex-Army recruiter blamed wife for his demotion. Did he kill her for revenge?
Cati Blauvelt was discovered in an abandoned South Carolina farmhouse in 2016 — a broken knife blade inside her body. Almost immediately, her friends had one suspect in mind: John Blauvelt, her estranged husband, a once-respected Army recruiter.
Win tickets to the Java House Grand Prix of Arlington
Racing fans—get ready. The Java House Grand Prix of Arlington is set to roar into town this spring, bringing a brand‑new kind of excitement to North Texas.
Itasca ISD warns families after ex-student arrested in AI‑generated pornography case
District says a former student used photos of staff and students to create explicit AI images.
Records show ICE agent fatally shot U.S. citizen nearly a year ago in Texas
Ruben Ray Martinez was fatally shot in South Padre Island, Texas, in March 2025. ICE's involvement in the shooting was not disclosed until more than 11 months after the shooting.
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Donations of special cooling bassinets help stillborns' parents grieve, amid uptick in infant deaths
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.
Chaos, confusion and conspiracies plague Dallas nonprofit at center of I-Team investigation
Internal turmoil, missing records, and clashing narratives raise new questions about the nonprofit's management and oversight.
Hunger Busters CEO resigns following CBS Texas I-Team investigation
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.
7 years after deadly school bus cash, promised safety fix still not installed at Texas railroad crossing
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.
Questions remain for Dallas nonprofit that built its legacy on meals for students
A CBS News Texas investigation found those daily meals no longer being delivered to schools, despite the nonprofit's claims to the contrary.
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Records show ICE agent fatally shot U.S. citizen nearly a year ago in Texas
Ruben Ray Martinez was fatally shot in South Padre Island, Texas, in March 2025. ICE's involvement in the shooting was not disclosed until more than 11 months after the shooting.
Trump says he will raise global tariffs to 15% after Supreme Court decision
On Friday, President Trump signed a proclamation that would impose 10% tariffs on most foreign imports to the United States.
House Speaker denies request for Jesse Jackson to lie in honor at Capitol
House Speaker Mike Johnson's office has denied a request to have the late Rev. Jesse Jackson lie in honor in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda due to past precedent.
Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Jasmine Crockett discusses motivating supporters to vote
During a rally in Fort Worth, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Jasmine Crockett tells Jack Fink how she plans to ensure her supporters show up to the polls for the March 3 primary election. She also reacts to the controversy surrounding James Talarico's interview with Stephen Colbert.
Secretary of Treasury Scott Bessent reacts to Supreme Court ruling on tariffs
Republican Secretary of Treasury Scott Bessent reacts to the Supreme Court's ruling on tariffs and discusses Trump accounts for families. He also tells Jack Fink about the Texas economy.
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Lawsuit accuses McDonald's of deception on grounds that McRib has no rib meat
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.
See which retailers are changing their return policies for the holidays
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.
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.
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After surviving near-fatal heart condition, former patient returns to Children's Health as nurse
Nothing surgical could prepare her family for June 18, 2004, when her father was shot and killed on duty for the Grand Prairie Police Department.
How an officer's life-saving rescue sparked an American Heart Association mission in Fort Worth
The American Heart Association is partnering with Fort Worth PD to equip 150 patrol cars with the life-saving devices. Since officers are often first on the scene, this AHA-backed initiative aims to drastically improve survival rates across the community.
Comfort dog provides peace, joy to cancer center patients
Even though life in a cancer center may be monotonous, the patients opened up once they saw the golden pile of fur.
Life expectancy in U.S. hit record high of 79 years in 2024, CDC says
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.
Critical blood supply shortage after winter storm, nonprofit says
Weather-related closures left Carter BloodCare 4,000 units of blood and blood components short of what it needs.
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Bridge removal leaves Downtown Dallas businesses searching for customers
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
Video shows Amazon delivery drone crashing into apartment building
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
A who's who of powerful people named in the Epstein files
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
Dallas coffee chain faces backlash after employee walkout over ICE discount
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
Atletico Dallas plans Fair Park HQ, beer garden ahead of World Cup
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.
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Rondale Moore, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver, dies at age 25
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore was found dead at the age of 25 at a residence in New Albany, Indiana, authorities reported Saturday.
Team USA captures record-breaking 11th gold medal at Winter Games
Team USA could add more gold medals to its tally, including on Sunday when the U.S. men's hockey team takes on Team Canada.
Timberwolves beat Mavericks 122-111; Edwards scores 40 points
Anthony Edwards returned to Minnesota with his All-Star Game MVP award and scored 40 points to help the Timberwolves hold off Dallas 122-111 in the 10th straight loss for the Mavericks.
Kelly Pannek on U.S. women's hockey team's "incredible ride" to Olympic gold
U.S. women's hockey veteran Kelly Pannek reflects on the team's stunning overtime win against Canada to claim Olympic gold.
Skier called loser by Trump flashes "L" sign after successful qualifier
After a successful halfpipe qualifier, Team USA's Hunter Hess flashed an "L" and referenced insults from President Trump.
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Barry Manilow cancels more concerts amid recovery after cancer surgery
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi reveals she has cervical cancer
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
Eric Dane, "Grey's Anatomy" star diagnosed with ALS, dies at 53
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
Stephen Colbert slams CBS again amid controversy over Talarico interview
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert slammed CBS again on Tuesday night after the network issued a statement about his interview with Texas Democrat James Talarico.
Stephen Colbert slams CBS, says network blocked James Talarico interview
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert criticized CBS on Monday night, saying the network blocked his interview with U.S. Senate hopeful James Talarico from airing.
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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.
