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Competitor dies during IRONMAN triathlon near Houston, organizers say
The triathlon, officially named the Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas, was being held in The Woodlands, located about 30 miles north of Houston.
After a strong cold front, North Texas to see cooler air settle in
So far, the biggest impact has not been widespread severe weather, but strong, gusty winds.
Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Cleanup underway in Midwest after tornadoes leave path of damage, destruction
Communities across the Midwest were starting the cleanup process Saturday after multiple tornadoes touched down and severe weather struck areas from the Great Lakes to Texas.
Mom's labor turns into fight for life after 1 symptom: "I think I'm about to die"
Casey Gould wanted to be a mom her whole life. Her long-awaited pregnancy went smoothly — until she saw something alarming.
Appeals court allows all White House ballroom construction to resume
An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
Texas hemp shops brace for court ruling that could pull smokable products off shelves
A judge will decide next week whether to block new state rules banning smokable hemp products and raising fees, a move that has shops urging customers to stock up.
A decade after Missy Bevers' killing, her family reflects on grief, milestones and love that carried them
Ten years after the Midlothian mother was murdered inside a church, her husband and daughters share how they've navigated loss, public scrutiny, and the moments that still catch them off guard.
Woman killed, three injured after disturbance at far North Dallas business, police say
Police say a disturbance inside a business spilled into the parking lot, where a driver hit four people, killing one.
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Chilly Sunday start leads to North Texas rain chances this week
Temperatures this week will warm-up by midweek and our rain chances will return to the forecast.
After a strong cold front, North Texas to see cooler air settle in
So far, the biggest impact has not been widespread severe weather, but strong, gusty winds.
After warm, humid Friday, cold front bringing rain temps in the 50s to North Texas on Saturday
First Alert meteorologist Jeff Ray has the latest forecast.
After warm, humid Friday, rain storms will arrive in North Texas early Saturday morning
First Alert meteorologist Nelly Carreno has the latest forecast.
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Nate Sheets defeats Sid Miller in Republican primary for Texas agriculture commissioner
Sheets, the founder of the honey company Nature Nate's, rode a wave of support from prominent Republicans, including Gov. Greg Abbott.
James Talarico projected to win Texas Democratic Senate primary
Texas Rep. James Talarico will win the Democratic Senate primary in Texas, CBS News projects, defeating Rep. Jasmine Crockett in what could be one of the most closely watched races in this year's midterms.
GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales forced into primary runoff after affair allegations shook up race
Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas and gun activist Brandon Herrera are locked in a tight primary battle, as Gonzales faces calls to resign after being accused of having an affair with an aide who later died by suicide.
GOP Rep. Dan Crenshaw loses primary to Texas state Rep. Steve Toth, CBS News projects
Republican Rep. Dan Crenshaw of Texas lost his primary race to Republican state Rep. Steve Toth.
Rev. Haynes wins Democratic primary for Texas' 30th Congressional District
The district, which covers much of southern Dallas and surrounding communities, has been represented by Democrats for decades.
Texas GOP Senate primary heading to Cornyn-Paxton runoff, CBS News projects
In the Texas GOP Senate primary, CBS News projects Sen. John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will go to a runoff, with neither clearing 50% of the vote.
Texas attorney general GOP primary heads to runoff between Roy, Middleton
The Texas attorney general serves a four-year term and plays a central role in shaping the state's legal strategy
Man detained outside Paxton watch‑party hotel; police find ammo in car
The man was transported to Jack Evans Police Headquarters for further investigation as the Senate primary election continued to unfold.
Razor-thin polls tighten in Texas Senate primary between Paxton and Cornyn, Talarico and Crockett
It's the day before the Texas primary, and the big prize on Tuesday night is for the Texas Senate seat race coming in November.
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Democratic candidates for Texas Attorney General call the state's taxpayer funded school choice program and Ten Commandments law unconstitutional
The Democrats running for Texas Attorney General are taking aim at two high-profile state laws approved by Republicans last year. Former Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski and State Senator Nathan Johnson of Dallas are vying for their party nomination during the primary runoff on May 26th.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker on city's bond election, proposed data center, Fort Worth ISD takeover
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker discusses a controversial data center project. She tells Jack Fink about a city bond election for $845 million towards improvements for streets, parks, libraries, affordable housing, police and fire facilities, and animal care and the shelter.
Dallas County GOP Chair Allen West resigns more than one month after being re-elected
The party's executive committee will select an interim Chairman at their meeting on Monday.
Texas Democrats to propose bills after Dallas County primary voting confusion
Republicans won't require precinct voting on election day for the upcoming primary runoff on May 26. So, voters in both parties will be able to go to any voting center in the county.
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Private school leader expresses hope, uncertainty over Texas school vouchers
Craig Smith, head of school at Trinity Christian Academy in Willow Park, said he believes the program will be very beneficial.
Fort Worth ISD superintendent will not stay with district after TEA takeover
Molinar shared the news in a letter to parents and staff on Wednesday morning.
Mother of special needs child reports getting documents for school voucher
Students with special needs are eligible for a voucher up to $30,000, but they must obtain documents from a public school district.
New Fort Worth ISD report shows increased test scores
Testing that measures student growth during the school year shows significant improvements in FWISD.
Why some Texas private schools are not accepting school choice vouchers
One head of school in North Texas said there are still too many questions about how the program will work.
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Athlete dies during swim portion of Ironman Texas as crews battle murky lake conditions
An athlete competing in Ironman Texas outside Houston died Saturday during the swimming portion of the race at Lake Woodlands. Dive teams responded within minutes after a swimmer was reported missing, but officials said it took several hours for sonar boats to locate and recover the body due to extremely murky water conditions. Authorities noted that Lake Woodlands typically does not allow swimming because of visibility issues, and events like Ironman require special permission to use it.
Co-worker arrested in fatal shooting of missing Fort Worth man
Fort Worth police say the search for missing restaurant worker Thomas King ended with the arrest of his coworker, 34‑year‑old Gregory Lewis. Investigators allege Lewis admitted to fatally shooting King and stealing his car. King was reported missing Monday after failing to return home from his shift at a Taco Casa in east Fort Worth. His body was later found in a field, and Lewis was taken into custody while driving the stolen vehicle. He is expected to be charged with capital murder.
Stars routed in Game 1, but fans stay upbeat after lopsided playoff loss to Wild
The Dallas Stars dropped Game 1 of their playoff series against the Minnesota Wild in a decisive 6–1 loss, but fans leaving the arena said they weren’t discouraged. Supporters described the atmosphere as electric and emphasized that it’s a long seven‑game series. Several said the team often starts slow in the postseason and predicted the Stars would bounce back in Game 2 and advance to the next round.
Cold front drops temps sharply; wind chills near freezing by early Sunday
Rain chances are fading this evening, but temperatures are falling fast behind a strong cold front that moved through North Texas earlier today. Conditions are now about 30 degrees colder than this time yesterday, with lingering drizzle, mist and breezy winds. Overnight wind chills could dip near freezing in parts of the region. Highs will rebound into the 70s Sunday through midweek before a more noticeable warm‑up late in the week.
American Airlines says it’s not interested in rumored United merger
American Airlines is publicly rejecting talk of a possible merger with United Airlines. The idea was reportedly mentioned during a meeting involving President Trump and United CEO Scott Kirby, but American says it has no interest and doesn’t expect the discussion to go any further.
Beyond the Border
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
Some local, state law enforcement to be deputized as immigration agents
With the expansion of the 287(g) program, local and state officers will be able to enforce some immigration duties.
Are local sheriff's offices playing a role in deportation operations?
While the Trump administration says they're only targeting criminals for deportation, those words have done little to comfort some immigrants
I-Team Investigations
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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Dallas Deputy Mayor Pro Tem defends City Manager Kim Tolbert after uproar over future of City Hall
Dallas Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Gay Donnell Willis defends City Manager Kim Tolbert in the uproar over the future of Dallas City Hall. Willis told Jack Fink she expects City Manager Kim Tolbert to be having conversations with community and business leaders, especially the Dallas Mavericks, whose lease at the American Airlines Center expires in 2031.
Dallas Council Member Chad West talks about the future of City Hall
Dallas Council Member Chad West discusses the future of City Hall. As the finance committee chairman at the city council, the committee has been overseeing some of the cost estimates for city hall. He tells Jack Fink, "Six years ago, we started looking into the city's book of real estate and have been identifying the deferred maintenance problems in the city since day one. So it's been years that we have actually been talking about the real estate issues in the city and the fact that there's been decades of neglect on a lot of our properties."
Dallas City Council Member Bazaldua talks concerns, criticisms in process to decide city hall's fate
Dallas City Council Member Adam Bazaldua sharply criticized City Manager Kimberly Tolbert for a lack of transparency when it comes to deciding the fate of Dallas City Hall. "I feel that we have had an extremely dishonest conversation with the public to this point," he said. He spoke with Jack Fink about his concerns days after Dallas Mavericks CEO Rick Welts answered a question at a Greater Dallas Planning Council event about the team's desire to build a new arena in Dallas.
While Cornyn, Paxton are duking it out, Talarico could give Democrats a shot at the Senate seat
SMU political science professor Matthew Wilson discusses the May U.S. Senate GOP primary runoff between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton. Wilson tells Jack Fink that James Talarico is giving Democrats one of their best chances to win a statewide office in 32 years.
Democratic nominee for Texas governor Gina Hinojosa talks March win, plan to beat Abbott in November
Texas governor nominee Gina Hinojosa discusses her March 3 victory in a crowded Democratic primary. Hinojossa tells CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink about her priorities in her run against Governor Greg Abbott in the November general election.
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Cowboys' Markquese Bell arrested for drug charges in Collin County, records show
Bell now faces one felony count of possession of a controlled substance and a misdemeanor count of possession of marijuana.
Wild, Stars offer competitive preview for their upcoming playoff series
Just wait until the Minnesota Wild and Dallas Stars are playing in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
After a 64-year absence, the PGA Championship will return to North Texas in 2027
Early registration for the opportunity to get tickets is open through May 18.
Stars top Wild 5-4 in a preview of their 1st-round playoff series
They were already locked in as first-round opponents, but home-ice advantage has yet to be decided.
DOJ probing NFL over games on paid platforms, sources say
The NFL is being investigated for practices that allegedly harm consumers for licensing games to multiple platforms — paid streaming platforms, paid cable networks, and others, sources said.
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8 children killed in mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, police say
Eight children and teens were killed early Sunday in a mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana. The suspected shooter is also dead.
1,000 animal-rights activists try to storm Wisconsin beagle breeding facility
The Dane County Sheriff's office said a "significant" number of people were arrested at the Ridglan Farms facility, which has accused of constant abuse, specifically towards beagles. The facility denies the accusations.
U.K. police probe if Iranian proxies are behind attacks on Jewish sites
U.K. counterterrorism police are investigating a spate of arson attacks against Jewish sites in London.
Chilly Sunday start leads to North Texas rain chances this week
Temperatures this week will warm-up by midweek and our rain chances will return to the forecast.
Dallas officer shoots suspect who punched him during traffic stop, department says
A spokesperson said the suspect got out of the car and punched the officer.
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Nearly 30 years after a federal safety warning, another gas explosion raises questions in Lake Dallas
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Abandoned baby raises new questions about Texas' Baby Moses law
A North Texas baby placed under the safe haven law is at the center of a rare custody fight after the biological family came forward months later seeking to reclaim him.
After I-Team report uncovering pattern of complaints, Fort Worth City Council discusses first responders workers' comp issues
The city's human resources department presented plans to improve outcomes, including more accountability and adding new support positions to help employees navigate the process.
Injured Texas first responders face delays, denials in workers' comp system
An I-Team investigation found workers' comp issues for first responders are not isolated, raising questions about a system many describe as slow and adversarial.
Border wall won't be in Big Bend parks, officials say
Since early February, residents of the Big Bend region have been outspoken about border wall plans.
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Gonzales, Swalwell resign from Congress ahead of possible expulsion votes
Texas Republican Congressman Tony Gonzales and California Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell both submitted resignation letters on Tuesday to the House clerk.
Dallas County GOP Chair Allen West resigns following primary runoff voting dispute
Allen West has resigned as Dallas County GOP Chairman following internal backlash over his decision to use joint vote centers for the May primary runoff. The resignation comes just over a month after he was re-elected, with the party set to appoint an interim leader on Monday.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker discusses the city's upcoming bond election worth $845 million
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker discusses a controversial data center project and speaks with Jack Fink regarding an $845 million city bond election.
Democratic candidates for Texas Attorney General call state's taxpayer funded school choice program,
The Democrats running for Texas Attorney General are taking aim at two high-profile state laws approved by Republicans last year. Former Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski and State Senator Nathan Johnson of Dallas are vying for their party's nomination during the primary runoff on May 26.
Democratic candidates for Texas Attorney General call the state's taxpayer funded school choice program and Ten Commandments law unconstitutional
The Democrats running for Texas Attorney General are taking aim at two high-profile state laws approved by Republicans last year. Former Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski and State Senator Nathan Johnson of Dallas are vying for their party nomination during the primary runoff on May 26th.
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Nearly 30 years after a federal safety warning, another gas explosion raises questions in Lake Dallas
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Driverless taxi company Zoox to begin testing in Dallas
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
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.
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New Texas hemp rules now in effect. See which items are banned.
New Texas regulations took effect March 31 that capped THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
RFK Jr. challenges Dunkin' and Starbucks over sugary drinks
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Norovirus outbreak forces North Texas middle school to close on Friday
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
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Dallas-based chocolatier Kate Weiser Chocolate to permanently close
Weiser said "the last few years has required a heavy financial lift to continue operating."
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.
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Azzi Fudd, dubbed "The People's Princess", is introduced by the Wings
The UConn star is now joining what many are calling one of the best revamped rosters of the upcoming 2026 season.
Arlington weighs $273 million plan to upgrade AT&T Stadium, extend Dallas Cowboys deal
The agenda for next week's city council meeting includes a proposal to contribute what will be $273 million in upgrades to the stadium.
Stars clinch 50-win season, top Sabres in shootout finale
Jake Oettinger stopped 21 shots and two of Buffalo's four shootout opportunities.
Stars rally past Maple Leafs 6-5 as Mavrik Bourque records first NHL hat trick
Mavrik Bourque had his first NHL hat trick and added an assist as the Dallas Stars rallied from a pair of deficits and beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-5.
Lynx select Olivia Miles with No. 2 overall pick in 2026 draft
The Minnesota Lynx selected guard Olivia Miles with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA draft on Monday.
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Afrika Bambaataa, hip-hop pioneer, dies at 68
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
Pooh Shiesty to remain in custody in Dallas case involving Gucci Mane
Federal magistrate Renee Harris Toliver told Pooh Sheisty that the evidence against him is strong.
Kanye West barred from entering U.K. after criticism over antisemitic remarks
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
Actress Tori Spelling hospitalized after Southern California crash
"Beverly Hills, 90210" actress Tori Spelling was involved in a two-car crash in Temecula on Thursday night, according to her manager and Riverside County Sheriff's Office officials.
British Prime Minister criticizes London festival for booking Kanye West
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was concerned about Kanye West's planned appearances at a London festival, given the rapper's past antisemitic remarks.
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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.
