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Southwest bans humanoid robots after one boards flight to Dallas
A Dallas tech entrepreneur says his robot followed every rule on a weekend trip, but the airline quickly issued a new restriction after the flight.
New evidence found at Everman home in search for missing 6‑year‑old, Tarrant County District Attorney says
Authorities say the development emerged during the latest phase of the backyard excavation.
Health officials ramp up preparations ahead of 2026 World Cup
Cities hosting matches are coordinating disease monitoring, emergency planning and heat‑related safety measures as millions of fans prepare to arrive.
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DHS Secretary Mullin says ICE won't "round up" people at World Cup
Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin told CBS News that ICE arrests at the FIFA World Cup are not off the table, but the agency will not be at the global sporting event for the purpose of immigration arrests.
Kouri Richins sentenced in husband's fentanyl-laced cocktail murder
Utah mom Kouri Richins was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole on Wednesday, after a jury convicted her of murder and other charges in her husband's 2022 death.
Survivors of plane crash off Florida coast were on raft for hours, military says
The nail-biting incident took place about 80 miles east off the coast of Melbourne, Florida, which is about 175 miles north of Miami.
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House leaders to take action on process for sexual misconduct claims
Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries are launching a bipartisan task force aimed at addressing how sexual misconduct claims are handled within the House of Representatives, multiple sources confirm to CBS News.
Senate defeats 7th attempt to limit Trump on Iran, despite new GOP defection
The Senate rejected another attempt by Democrats to limit President Trump's ability to use military force against Iran, but one new Republican senator voted in favor of advancing the measure.
CEOs worth nearly $1 trillion accompany Trump to China
The delegation of business leaders underscores the deep ties many major U.S. companies maintain with China despite years of trade tensions.
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More hot days ahead for North Texas before storm chances return to the forecast
An ozone action day is in effect for North Texas on Thursday due to the high heat and humidity in the area. Highs remain close to the 90-degree mark heading into the weekend. Storm chances return to the forecast.
Rain to return to North Texas after week of hot, breezy conditions
It will remain hot, humid, and breezy through the weekend in North Texas; however, rain looks to return next week.
Hot, humid and breezy with small rain chances in play for North Texas this weekend
A very low storm chance may develop late Friday evening, mainly west and northwest, near areas like Bowie and Jacksboro, but most of North Texas should remain dry.
North Texas to stay hot, breezy through the weekend
After Wednesday's high of 91 at DFW, highs are expected around 92 Thursday afternoon.
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Democrats Julie Johnson and Colin Allred blast each other's records in battle for a newly drawn Congressional District in North Texas
Former Democratic Congressman Colin Allred and Democratic Congresswoman Julie Johnson of Farmers Branch, are now in a battle for the primary runoff in the newly drawn 33rd District
How Texas women could be impacted by the Supreme Court's pending decision on abortion pills
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito or the entire Supreme Court could decide the next steps for the abortion drug mifepristone.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker says she'd like to make a cameo appearance on Taylor Sheridan's Landman
"The question is what do they get themselves into that requires a visit to the mayor's office? I don't know, but I would love to," said Mattie Parker in an interview with CBS News Texas.
Lt. Gov., House Speaker offer flexibility on camp internet rule
Last month, some camps filed suit against the state to block the requirement for a fiber-optic connection to the internet.
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Islamic schools now can apply for the Texas school voucher program after extension
"Schools must be allowed to apply, and their applications must be processed on the same terms as the other schools in accordance with the law," National Deputy Director of CAIR Edward Ahmed Mitchell said.
Judge extends Texas voucher deadline amid dispute over Islamic schools
A federal judge ordered Texas to extend the TEFA application deadline to March 31 after lawsuits challenged the exclusion of Islamic schools from the program.
State comptroller's office says half of pre-k school voucher applicants are ineligible
If a pre-k student does not meet any of these criteria, they are not eligible for a pre-k voucher.
North Texas districts could lose thousands of students to school voucher program
The deadline for Texas families to apply for Texas Education Freedom Accounts is on March 17.
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.
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More hot days ahead for North Texas before storm chances return to the forecast
An ozone action day is in effect for North Texas on Thursday due to the high heat and humidity in the area. Highs remain close to the 90-degree mark heading into the weekend. Storm chances return to the forecast.
North Texas Airbnb hosts prepare for travelers to arrive in less than a month
Airbnb is making it easier for homeowners who may be curious about how much they could make from renting their home or a room during the World Cup with a free online calculator. Hosts have begun making preparations now that the FIFA World Cup is 30 days away.
Quarantine lifted for hundreds aboard Ambition cruise ship after norovirus outbreak
Officials said dozens of passengers were sickened by the virus earlier in the week. The boat has now been cleared to continue sailing.
Chinese president warns Trump that difference over Taiwan could lead to conflict
Chinese President Xi Jinping had stern words for President Trump on Taiwan as they met in Beijing on Thursday, warning of potential "clashes and even conflicts" if the issue isn't "handled properly," according to Chinese state media.
Rain to return to North Texas after week of hot, breezy conditions
It will remain hot, humid, and breezy through the weekend in North Texas; however, rain looks to return next week.
Beyond the Border
What do President Trump's immigration-related executive orders do?
A few weeks into his second term, President Donald Trump has issued dozens of executive orders.
Law enforcement officials at the border anticipate Trump policy changes
Many Texas law enforcement officials say they are feeling positive as Donald Trump re-enters the White House for a second term.
Border faith community leaders split on potential changes to immigration policy
Two faith leaders view border politics through different lenses.
Eagle Pass and Del Rio residents share hopes, fears ahead of Trump inauguration
Eagle Pass isn't the largest border town in Texas, but the town of 23,000 has become the focal point in the debate.
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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.
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Congressman Chip Roy discusses why he should be the Republican candidate for Texas Attorney General
Central Texas Congressman Chip Roy tells Jack Fink about his plan to win in the upcoming May 26 runoff election for the open Texas attorney general's seat. In the March election, he finished with 32% of the vote, second to Texas Sen. Mayes Middleton with more than 39% of the vote.
State Sen. Mayes Middleton discusses why he should be the GOP candidate for Texas Attorney General
Republican State Senator Mayes Middleton discusses the March 3 primary election results and his campaign to win next month. In the March election, Middleton received more than 39% of the vote and received the endorsement from another Republican candidate, Aaron Reitz.
Youngest Grand Prairie City Council Member ever is Texas Representative-Elect for 101st District
Junior Ezeonu is the Democratic State Representative-Elect for the 101st District after defeating veteran Texas House member Chris Turner by a 53% to 47% margin in the Democratic primary on March 3. He tells Jack Fink what the key was to earning more votes than Turner.
Democratic Texas Rep. John Bryant discusses Texas Education Freedom Accounts program applications
Democratic Texas Rep. John Bryant discusses the statistics of the Texas Education Freedom Accounts program applications. The state's taxpayer funded program would allow students to go to private school beginning Fall 2026.
Republican Texas Rep. Mitch Little discusses Texas Education Freedom Accounts program applications
Republican Texas Rep. Mitch Little of Lewisville discusses the number of applicants to the Texas Education Freedom Accounts program. He tells Jack Fink why he supports using taxpayer money to allow students to attend private schools.
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Mavs name Masai Ujiri as new president months after firing Nico Harrison
The Mavericks touted Ujiri's experience, saying he has a decade of experience leading NBA front offices.
Derby-winning trainer hopes more women will succeed after historic win
Cherie DeVaux reflected on her place in history after becoming the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner with Golden Tempo.
Torkelson's home run lifts Tigers past Rangers, 7-1
Spencer Torkelson hit a two-run homer and the Detroit Tigers pulled away to a 7-1 victory over the Texas Rangers.
Detroit Tigers beat Texas Rangers 5-1 after Montero's efficient start
Dillon Dingler hit a three-run homer, Keider Montero pitched into the seventh inning and the Detroit Tigers beat the Texas Rangers 5-1.
Petar Musa scores MLS-leading 10th goal, Dallas beats Red Bulls 2-0
FC Dallas beat the New York Red Bulls 2-0 on Saturday night to snap a four-game winless streak.
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Human remains discovered in search for 6-year-old Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez, officials say
Rodriguez-Alvarez was last accounted for in October 2022, but his family did not report him missing until March 2023.
Natasha Howard and Courtney Williams fuel Lynx's 90–86 win over the Wings
Minnesota closed out a tight fourth quarter with clutch execution on both ends, holding off a late Dallas push to secure its second win of the season.
Dallas residents raise safety concerns as Waymo expands
Viral videos, neighborhood complaints, and a recent software recall are prompting new scrutiny of autonomous vehicles operating across the city.
Firefighters allege mold, water leaks at Lancaster fire station
Union leaders say leaks, visible mold, and conflicting test results have left firefighters questioning workplace safety and the city's response.
AT&T Stadium unveils new World Cup grass pitch
A fully rebuilt natural‑grass field, an advanced grow‑light system, and major interior upgrades prepare the Arlington venue for nine FIFA World Cup 2026 matches.
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North Texas firefighters say workers' comp coverage for cancer cases is battle
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
Texas is investigating the rooftop solar industry, after years of CBS News Texas reporting
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
Texas lawmakers look to address "notification fatigue"
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
The Amber Alert has a problem. Texans are tuning out.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
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North Texas explosion video raises concerns about old gas pipes
State records show regulators ordered the removal of a plastic gas pipe installed in the early 1970s after it was linked to multiple explosions and deaths in North Texas.
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FBI offers $200K for info on ex-Air Force officer accused of spying for Iran
The FBI said Thursday that it's still trying to locate Monica Witt, who is accused of defecting to Iran in 2013 and revealing highly classified U.S. intelligence.
Netanyahu says Israel will sue The New York Times
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government plans to file a defamation lawsuit against The New York Times.
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Bipartisan U.S.-Mexico congressional caucus launches amid diplomatic strain
The launch is being backed by the American Mexican Leadership Council, a new national organization also debuting Thursday to elevate Mexican American leadership and advance U.S.-Mexico collaboration.
U.S. Border Patrol chief resigns in latest immigration shakeup
U.S. Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks, who was appointed to the role last year, told staff on Thursday that he is stepping down.
Trump demands Medicaid data for deportation. Some states go further.
Several states have required their health agencies to take on another job: verifying immigration status among Medicaid recipients and reporting them to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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California to provide 400 free diapers for newborns at dozens of hospitals
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries moves headquarters to Texas after 17 years in Philadelphia area
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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.
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Parents sue OpenAI over teen's death after he used ChatGPT to get drug info
A Texas couple is filing a lawsuit accusing the AI company of guiding their teenage son in using drugs, resulting in a fatal overdose.
Americans from hantavirus-hit ship arrive in U.S., including 1 who tested positive
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
WHO director arrives in Canary Islands to oversee hantavirus cruise evacuation
More than 100 people from a cruise ship dealing with an outbreak of the rare and deadly hantavirus are set to be disembarked.
Man who survived hantavirus 24 years ago, but lost mom and sister, recounts experience
In 2002, Zermeño found out he contracted hantavirus after cleaning the family house following the death of his mother and sister. He had been exposed to rodent droppings and became infected.
3 evacuated from hantavirus cruise as Spain says it will dock in Tenerife
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
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World Cup hotel bookings short of expectations in Texas
Expensive tickets, trouble getting visas and anti-American sentiment may all be contributing to underwhelming demand.
North Texas auto dealer discusses the impact of tariffs on business, customers
Herring said that in the year before tariffs, used car sales were just under half of his business at his dealership in Irving; Now, they are nearly 75 percent.
Bimbo Bakeries moves headquarters to Texas after 17 years in Philadelphia area
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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.
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AT&T Stadium unveils new World Cup grass pitch
A fully rebuilt natural‑grass field, an advanced grow‑light system, and major interior upgrades prepare the Arlington venue for nine FIFA World Cup 2026 matches.
Wings fall short; Atlanta Dream snag 77-72 win in Dallas' home opener
Arike Ogunbowale led Dallas (1-1) with 20 points in a similar fashion to the Wings' game one win against the Indiana Fever.
Brandon Clarke of the Memphis Grizzlies dies at age 29
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at the age of 29, the team announced.
Craig Morton, the first QB to start a Super Bowl for two teams, dies at 83
Morton started Super Bowl V for the Dallas Cowboys and Super Bowl XII for the Denver Broncos, losing both.
MLB interest spikes for Fort Worth Christian's Grady Emerson
The most difficult things to do in sports just come naturally to him as he courts big-league attention.
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Dua Lipa alleges Samsung uses copyrighted image of her to sell TVs
Pop singer accuses electronics manufacturer Samsung of using a copyrighted image of her face to sell TVs.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker says she'd like to make a cameo appearance on Taylor Sheridan's Landman
"The question is what do they get themselves into that requires a visit to the mayor's office? I don't know, but I would love to," said Mattie Parker in an interview with CBS News Texas.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reach settlement in "It Ends With Us" lawsuit
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
Shakira draws 2 million spectators in free concert on Copacabana Beach
The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year on one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.
David Allan Coe, singer who wrote "Take This Job and Shove It," dies at 86
David Allan Coe also had hits with "You Never Even Called Me By My Name" and "The Ride" among others.
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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.
