White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
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Suspect in 2012 Benghazi attack arrested and brought to the U.S.
The FBI has arrested "one of the key participants" behind the attack on U.S. facilities in Benghazi, Libya, in 2012 that killed four Americans.
Firefighter injured responding to warehouse blaze in Fort Worth
The Fort Worth Fire Department responded to the 2-alarm fire just before 7 a.m. in an industrial area.
Winter Olympics begin with spectacular opening ceremony
The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are underway after the lighting of the Olympic cauldrons and the Parade of Nations at the opening ceremony.
Warm winter Friday for North Texas ahead of pleasant, dry weekend
The high temperature on Saturday will dip into the upper 60s before rising back into the mid-70s on Sunday.
See the Olympics schedule for the 2026 Milano Cortina Games
This is what you need to know about when the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics start and end, along with key games and events on the schedule.
Wembanyama drops 29 as Spurs beat Mavericks despite Cooper Flagg's 30-point streak
Victor Wembanyama had 29 points and 11 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs overcame rookie No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg's fourth consecutive 30-point game in a 135-123 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
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.
Questions raised about safety after guard shot at North Texas Chase Bank
A suspect is in custody after a Loomis security guard was critically wounded in a shooting outside a Chase Bank in Balch Springs.
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Colin Allred slams James Talarico over alleged controversial remark in Texas Senate race
A major dust-up between two high-profile Texas Democrats is making waves across the country.
Republicans say they'll win back Tarrant County Senate seat after surprising upset; Democrats predict a blue wave in November
On Saturday night, Rehmet won the special runoff election by 14 percentage points, 57-43%.
Southern Dallas leaders vying District 30 seat as Jasmine Crockett runs for U.S. Senate
When Democratic Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett of Dallas decided to run for U.S. Senate, it created an opening for the midterm election.
Republican challenger for Texas Agriculture Commissioner on his priorities, Abbott support
In a rare move, Governor Greg Abbott recently endorsed a challenger in a statewide race over the incumbent.
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TEA announces state take over of Lake Worth ISD
The Texas Education Agency sent a letter to Lake Worth ISD on Thursday, announcing that the state would step in and take over the district.
Grapevine-Colleyville ISD votes to close, consolidate 2 elementary schools
The vote passed just before midnight to close Bransford and Dove Elementary schools.
Fort Worth ISD votes to close another campus
Western Hills Primary will close and consolidate with Western Hills Elementary in the 2026-2027 school year.
Applications open for Texas' private school voucher program
It's called the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA). Private schools are not automatically in the TEFA program, they must opt in.
Gov. Greg Abbott vows to add more Turning Point USA chapters to Texas schools
The high school program for Turning Point is called "Club America." It's a student-led, conservative-promoting group.
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White House deletes controversial video after bipartisan criticism
A social media video posted by the White House sparked swift condemnation from lawmakers in both parties before being removed midday. The clip promoted false claims about election fraud and included manipulated imagery of former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama. Several Republican lawmakers publicly called the video racist and urged its removal. The White House initially dismissed the criticism but later said a staff member had posted the video before it was taken down.
Investigators review new message as search intensifies for Nancy Guthrie
Investigators and the FBI are reviewing a new message connected to Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance, though its contents haven’t been released. Deputies returned to her Arizona home for a third follow‑up search and restricted access to the road outside. This comes a day after officials confirmed blood found near the home belonged to Guthrie. The investigation remains active.
From Rockwall to the Big Stage: Smith-Njigba Set for Super Bowl Spotlight
Rockwall High School alum and Seahawks star Jaxson Smith-Njigba is set to play in Super Bowl LX after a breakout season leading the NFL in receiving yards and earning Offensive Player of the Year. His former coaches say his success was clear even in high school, and the entire Rockwall community is proud—and nervous—as their hometown hero takes the field for the biggest game of his career.
Democrat Taylor Rehmet discusses his win in Tarrant County over Republican Leigh Wambsganss
Democrat state senator elect Taylor Rehmet sits down with Jack Fink in the CBS News Texas studio to discuss his win over Republican Leigh Wambsganss. "I got a lot of work to do," Rehmet said.
Dallas pollster discusses Democrat Rehmet's win over Republican Wambsganss in Tarrant County
Dallas pollster and Principal of Hunt Research, Ross Hunt discusses the upset win by Democrat Taylor Rehmet over Republican Leigh Wambsganss.
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Temperatures above average in North Texas through next week
First Alert meteorologist Michael Autovino has the latest forecast.
Warm winter Friday for North Texas ahead of pleasant, dry weekend
First Alert meteorologist Michael Autovino has the latest forecast.
Warm winter Friday for North Texas ahead of pleasant, dry weekend
The high temperature on Saturday will dip into the upper 60s before rising back into the mid-70s on Sunday.
North Texas warms to near 80 with perfect game day weather ahead
From winter storm to patio weather. North Texas warms into the upper 70s and near 80 this weekend before a cooler front and rain chances next week.
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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.
North Texas mom speaks after Uber driver's conviction for assaulting 12-year-old
A Collin County jury has convicted a Frisco-area Uber driver of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl.
Plano police revisit 1985 teen murder case through new initiative
Nearly 40 years after 14-year-old Jennifer Day was killed while working at a Dallas donut shop, Plano police are revisiting her unsolved 1985 murder.
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Jasmine Crockett discusses her campaign for U.S. Senate, compares ICE operations to "slave patrols"
Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Jasmine Crockett tells Jack Fink about her campaign and "deeply flawed" polling. She also made comments condemning U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations after the shooting death of Renee Good in Minneapolis earlier this month.
Republican Senator John Cornyn discusses his campaign in GOP primary for U.S. Senate
Republican Senator John Cornyn discusses his campaign for U.S. Senate in the three-way race for the Republican nomination against Attorney General Ken Paxton and Congressman Wesley Hunt of Houston. Cornyn told Jack Fink he's still seeking an endorsement from President Trump, even after recent published reports that the President has no plan to do so as of yet.
Taylor Rehmet discusses his campaign and priorities for the position
Democratic candidate for State Senate District 9 Taylor Rehmet discusses his campaign and priorities for the position.
Leigh Wambsganss discusses her campaign and priorities for Republican voters
Republican candidate for State Senate District 9 Leigh Wambsganss discusses her campaign and priorities for Republican voters.
James Talarico says voters should consider electability.
Democratic State Rep. and U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico discusses his campaign with Eye on Politics Jack Fink. He says that, in the general election, voters should consider electability.
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Lee Munn named new head coach of Southlake Carroll football team
Munn was promoted from defensive coordinator after Riley Dodge joined the staff at SMU.
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.
California youth hockey team involved in Colorado crash faces tragedy, plays on
It was an emotional morning at Edge Ice Arena in Littleton, Colorado, as the Santa Clarita Lady Flyers took the ice for the first game of a weekend tournament after a crash involving their van and a snowplow on Interstate 70.
Trump announces IndyCar race will come to D.C. streets for America's 250th
President Trump announced that an IndyCar race, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, will be held through the streets of Washington, D.C., as part of America's 250th birthday celebrations.
Cooper Flagg breaks NBA teen record with 49 points
Despite Flagg's efforts, the Mavs lost to Charlotte 123-121.
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Retired Dallas officer fights to keep daughter out of Panama prison after gun found in luggage
Sabrina Underwood faces a mandatory 12‑year sentence after authorities in Panama discovered a loaded gun in her checked bag, a case her father says was a tragic mistake.
State school board members urge investigation into ICE school walkouts
Their letter to the Texas education commissioner argues that recent walkouts raised safety concerns and violated parental expectations.
Dallas international investigator weighs in on the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie
He breaks down what makes the case unusual and the factors investigators are likely weighing.
One person dies after fire sweeps through home on Fort Worth's southeast side
Firefighters faced heavy flames as they arrived at the home on Wilbarger Street.
Two former Gateway Church elders lose their bid to be removed from $1 million defamation lawsuit
Cindy Clemishire and her father alleged the church downplayed the abuse she suffered as a child.
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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.
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.
Dallas nonprofit once fed thousands of ISD students—then the work stopped while fundraising continued
It once fed thousands of kids. So, how did a Dallas non-profit's core mission fall apart? CBS News Texas investigates.
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Democrat Taylor Rehmet discusses his win in Tarrant County over Republican Leigh Wambsganss
Democrat state senator elect Taylor Rehmet sits down with Jack Fink in the CBS News Texas studio to discuss his win over Republican Leigh Wambsganss. "I got a lot of work to do," Rehmet said.
Dallas pollster discusses Democrat Rehmet's win over Republican Wambsganss in Tarrant County
Dallas pollster and Principal of Hunt Research, Ross Hunt discusses the upset win by Democrat Taylor Rehmet over Republican Leigh Wambsganss.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller on re-election, Abbott endorsing his challenger
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller (R) discusses his re-election campaign and reacts to Gov. Abbott's decision to endorse his challenger.
Republicans condemn Trump's racist video portraying the Obamas as apes
The criticism continued even after the White House removed the video after the initial backlash.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
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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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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.
Ketamine clinics gaining traction in North Texas while state explores broader psychedelic therapies
The state of Texas is investing $50 million in research on psychedelic therapies.
Dallas "Walk with a Doc" program combines walking, health advice to boost mental wellness
Walk with a Doc invites community members to join low-pressure group walks led by physicians.
Nurses strike begins in New York City as thousands walk off jobs
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
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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.
Salad and Go closing all Texas, Oklahoma locations
Salad and Go, a drive-thru salad chain, said on Wednesday that it will close all remaining Texas and Oklahoma stores.
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Rockwall legend Jaxon Smith-Njigba takes North Texas pride to Super Bowl LX
Jaxon Smith‑Njigba brings Rockwall roots to Super Bowl LX after a meteoric rise from Texas 6A football.
Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
Winter Olympics begin with spectacular opening ceremony
The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are underway after the lighting of the Olympic cauldrons and the Parade of Nations at the opening ceremony.
See the Olympics schedule for the 2026 Milano Cortina Games
This is what you need to know about when the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics start and end, along with key games and events on the schedule.
Wembanyama drops 29 as Spurs beat Mavericks despite Cooper Flagg's 30-point streak
Victor Wembanyama had 29 points and 11 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs overcame rookie No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg's fourth consecutive 30-point game in a 135-123 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
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Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
Post Malone's childhood home in Grapevine hits the market
A quaint home in Grapevine is drawing big attention, not for its renovations or location, but for its former occupant.
LaMonte McLemore, singer and founding member of The 5th Dimension, dies at 90
The 5th Dimension had broad crossover success and won six Grammy Awards, including record of the year twice.
Ransom note being investigated in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, sheriff says
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Voice behind Three Dog Night's "Joy to the World," Chuck Negron, dies at 83
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
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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.
