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Gov. Abbott blames Dallas for AT&T headquarters move, will look into police funding
Gov. Abbott is blaming the City of Dallas for AT&T's decision to leave downtown, saying the state will investigate whether the city is violating Texas law.
Former Dallas Cowboys player Jason Witten hired by Oklahoma Sooners as new tight ends coach
Jason Witten is packing up and heading north after being hired by Oklahoma University as the Sooner's new tight ends coach.
Gmail adds AI to help you write messages and keep track of your inbox
Google is souping up Gmail with features from its Gemini 3 AI app. Here's what to know — including how to opt out.
FBI taking over Renee Good killing investigation, Minnesota investigators say
The Minnesota agency tasked with investigating the killing of a U.S. citizen by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent has withdrawn from the case, alleging federal authorities have restricted its access to evidence.
Chiefs aware of domestic violence claims made by Rashee Rice's ex-girlfriend
Dacoda Nichole Jones did not mention Rashee Rice by name when she posted photos on Instagram that appeared to show signs of physical abuse.
What we know about Renee Good, the driver shot and killed by ICE agent
Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother of 3, was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. Her father describes her as warm and witty and someone who cared deeply about others.
House approves 3-year Affordable Care Act tax credit extension
The House approved a three-year extension of expired health care tax credits, with increased Republican support.
Dallas firefighter injured in overnight apartment fire, DFR says
His injuries were not life-threatening, but he was taken to a hospital as a precaution, according to a statement from DFR.
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Fort Worth ISD leaders head to Austin for first meeting with TEA Commissioner after state takeover
One week after the announcement of a TEA takeover within Fort Worth ISD, district leaders will be in Austin on Thursday for a review of the plan and a chance to appeal.
Coppell ISD votes to keep Town Center Elementary School open
CISD said closing Town Center would have saved over $1 million in payroll.
Why the state may be put in control of a North Texas school district
Lacey Beasley breaks down 2025 school ratings from the Texas Education Agency.
Grapevine mayor calls on GCISD to reconsider plan to close middle schools
Mayor William Tate of Grapevine said residents would rather see their taxes increase to address a projected budget deficit rather than see schools close.
What Texas parents need to know about education savings accounts
The program was created to help families pay for private school. Here's the latest.
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Jurors shown classroom evidence as first week of Uvalde officer trial ends
As the first week of the trial for a former Uvalde school officer concludes, prosecutors shifted their focus to what happened inside the classrooms during the shooting. Jurors were shown images from rooms where the gunman opened fire, killing 19 students and two teachers, though the judge blocked cameras from capturing most of the visuals due to their graphic nature. Prosecutors also called witnesses to walk jurors through investigative details, including where bullet casings were found and what evidence was documented at the scene.
Animal‑cruelty probe escalates as federal agents search East Texas ranch
Federal agents raided an East Texas dog‑breeding ranch after video surfaced showing the owner shooting one of the animals, marking a major escalation in an ongoing animal‑cruelty investigation.
Fort Worth neighbors on edge after third deadly park‑area shooting in two weeks
Fort Worth has seen three deadly park‑area shootings in the past two weeks, with the latest happening last night outside Springdale Park in the Bonnie Brae neighborhood. Police say the incidents are not connected but stress they need the community’s help to stop the violence.
New video intensifies scrutiny of fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis
Protests are growing in Minneapolis as newly released, verified video shows the moments leading up to the fatal ICE shooting of Renee Good, a mother of three.
The Golden Globes, Hollywood's biggest party, to air on CBS this Sunday
Nikki Glaser returns as the host of the Golden Globes on Sunday, Jan. 11. The show starts at 7 p.m. CT on CBS and streaming on Paramount +.
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Cold front on Friday bringing winter feel to back to North Texas this weekend
First Alert meteorologist Michael Autovino has the latest forecast.
Storms possible in North Texas Friday afternoon as cold front approaches
Low temperatures fall into the upper 30s on Saturday morning.
January temperatures return to North Texas for the weekend
This is the second warmest winter on record to date. Cooler air is finally on it way. Another cold front comes in tomorrow, it’ll bring rain chances to north Texas.
North Texas will see afternoon showers on Friday
Another cold front comes in on Friday. It will bring rain chances to North Texas. Almost all of this rain will be from the metroplex to the east; some storms are possible as well.
Beyond the Border
Venezuelan immigrant living in DFW worries about deportations with Trump reelection
Maria Fernanda Martinez came to the U.S. from Venezuela under a Biden administration humanitarian parole program.
New U.S. citizens share why they plan to vote in November
On Election Day, among the Americans heading to the polls to vote, will be millions of naturalized citizens.
What impact do immigrants have on the Dallas economy?
A recent report lays out the role immigrants play in the city's labor force.
Fort Worth man says 'game changing' executive immigration action will impact his life
"I am a Texan, for all intents and purposes," Juan Carlos Cerda said. "I just don't have that permanent legal status that says I can stay here."
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Some North Texas school districts adopt controversial Bluebonnet Learning curriculum
Out of 59 North Texas school districts the CBS News Texas I-Team surveyed, five adopted Bluebonnet Learning RLA for this school year.
Man accused of killing Dallas motel manager had criminal history across 3 states
Court records reviewed by the CBS News Texas I-Team show Cobos-Martinez, a Cuban national, had been arrested multiple times over the past eight years.
North Texas firefighters battle rise in lithium-ion battery fires
Lithium-ion battery fires are rising in North Texas, pushing firefighters to test new tactics against the dangerous blazes.
More babies are dying. Texas is offering families a small comfort.
Following the enactment of a strict ban on abortions, research has shown more Texas families are losing newborns.
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Manning uses arm and legs to lead Texas to Citrus Bowl win over Michigan
Arch Manning was just as potent with his legs as with his arms.
Packers claim former Cowboys Trevon Diggs off waivers, per reports
The Green Bay Packers claimed former Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs off waivers, bringing the former All-Pro to Green Bay.
Christian Barmore, Patriots defensive star, charged with domestic assault
Christian Barmore, a star defensive tackle with the New England Patriots, is facing a misdemeanor charge of domestic assault.
Seals and Payne rally TCU past No. 16 USC for 30-27 overtime victory in Alamo Bowl
Ken Seals passed for 258 yards and the game-winning touchdown in overtime as TCU rallied to beat No. 16 USC 30-27 in the Alamo Bowl.
Trevon Diggs released by the Dallas Cowboys, could become free agent
On Tuesday, the Dallas Cowboys waived cornerback Trevon Diggs, opening the way for Diggs to become a free agent.
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Indiana crushes Oregon 56–22 to set up national title showdown with Miami
The undefeated Hoosiers forced three early turnovers, got five touchdown passes from Fernando Mendoza and rolled into the championship game at Hard Rock Stadium.
Trump urges credit card companies to slash interest rates to 10% for one year
President Trump called for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates late Friday, an idea that has drawn strong support from lawmakers in both parties but pushback from card issuers.
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DOJ Civil Rights Division prosecutors won't investigate Minneapolis ICE shooting
Prosecutors in the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division were told they will not play a role in the investigation into a fatal shooting of a Minnesota woman by an ICE officer, two sources said.
Judge blocks HHS from freezing $10 billion in social services funding to 5 states
A federal judge has temporarily blocked HHS from halting $10 billion in social services funding to five states, a move the agency argued was necessary to crack down on fraud — but the states called unconstitutional.
Addison cancels Taste Addison festival after 30 years
Town leaders vote to discontinue the longtime food and music festival, citing high costs and limited return on taxpayer dollars.
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Your phone and laptop could be a fire hazard at 35,000 feet
From laptops to vapes, lithium‑ion devices are driving emergency landings and evacuations as airlines push for stronger rules and better containment tools.
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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Trump urges credit card companies to slash interest rates to 10% for one year
President Trump called for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates late Friday, an idea that has drawn strong support from lawmakers in both parties but pushback from card issuers.
Texas lawmaker says he's trying again to pass a law that bans social media for children under 16
Republican State Representative Jared Patterson previously tried passing legislation to ban social media for children under the age of 18, but while it made it through the House, it didn't get across the finish line in the Senate. Now he's trying to pass the bill and has lowered the age to 16, just like Australia's new law.
Texas debates property tax reform, a tax advisor proposes targeted relief for first-time homebuyers
Even though school property taxes have been cut during the past several legislative sessions, many homeowners are still not happy about their property tax bills. Jack Fink spoke with Ryan Chismark, partner of Meritax Advisors, about Gov. Abbott and Lt. Gov. Patrick's plans for tax reform and other ideas he believes should be considered. This includes benefits for first-time homebuyers and public schools.
Former Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert says the city should sell city hall
The city of Dallas estimates it needs hundreds of millions of dollars to repair the 50-year-old City Hall. Former Mayor Tom Leppert tells us why he thinks the city should sell it.
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DOJ Civil Rights Division prosecutors won't investigate Minneapolis ICE shooting
Prosecutors in the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division were told they will not play a role in the investigation into a fatal shooting of a Minnesota woman by an ICE officer, two sources said.
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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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Some Americans say they'll go without health insurance as ACA rates spike
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
Mountain cedar making North Texas allergy sufferers miserable
'Tis the season: for sniffles, but before you blame the holiday gathering at grandma's for your coughing, sneezy misery, look around.
Full-body scans in Plano detect health issues before symptoms, patient says scan changed his life
In Plano, Dragonfly Scans is a healthcare company that wants to show you what's happening inside your body.
Doctor's orders: Eat ice cream, and other tips for a long and healthy life
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep, to the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
Flu cases surge in North Texas as concern grows over "Super Flu" variant
Doctors say flu cases are climbing fast across North Texas as a new variant drives early‑season spread.
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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.
Venezuela's vast oil reserves draw interest, but benefits remain unclear
Venezuela is said to have the largest amount of these reserves in the world.
Will Texas immediately benefit from rebuilding Venezuela's oil infrastructure?
Trump said the "whole infrastructure" of Venezuela has to be rebuilt and that American companies would be used to rebuild it.
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.
Texas Instruments' semiconductor factory brings thousands of jobs to North Texas
After years in the making, Texas Instruments' semiconductor factory in Sherman has officially begun production.
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Mavs' Anthony Davis to miss time with ligament damage in hand, AP source says
Anthony Davis has ligament damage in his left hand, and the Dallas Mavericks' oft-injured big man could be facing an extended absence.
Former Dallas Cowboys player Jason Witten hired by Oklahoma Sooners as new tight ends coach
Jason Witten is packing up and heading north after being hired by Oklahoma University as the Sooner's new tight ends coach.
Chiefs aware of domestic violence claims made by Rashee Rice's ex-girlfriend
Dacoda Nichole Jones did not mention Rashee Rice by name when she posted photos on Instagram that appeared to show signs of physical abuse.
Stars snap six-game skid with 4-1 win over Capitals
Radek Faksa scored a shorthanded goal, Casey DeSmith made 23 saves and the Dallas Stars ended their losing streak at six games by defeating the Washington Capitals 4-1.
Jerry Jones wants to be the NFL owner with the most Super Bowls
The 83-year-old still has the goal of retiring as the owner with the most Super Bowl titles, despite Robert Kraft having twice as many as Jones' three.
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Victoria Jones, daughter of Tommy Lee Jones, found dead in San Francisco hotel, officials confirm
A woman who was found dead in San Francisco's Fairmont Hotel on New Year's Day has been identified as Victoria Jones, daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, officials said.
France defends granting George Clooney and his family French citizenship
George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, were granted French citizenship because "they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France's international influence and cultural outreach," the French government said.
Notable works entering the public domain in 2026
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Here's who's performing on New Year's Eve to ring in 2026
Here's what to know about the lineup of performances scheduled for New Year's Eve, as crowds gather in Times Square to ring in 2026.
Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor known for his roles in "The Wire" and "Veep," dies at 71
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
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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.
