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"Big Tex needs every fairgoer to do their part and most of all, be respectful of others and do the right thing," the State Fair said in a news release Wednesday.
Boyd Elementary School joins the growing list of North Texas schools to temporarily close amid the recent spike in COVID-19 cases spurred by the delta variant.
A federal jury in Dallas convicted Howard Sandford Williams, 37, of Grand Prairie of sex trafficking of a child. It took them only two days to decide.
An early morning police chase through Dallas ended in a deadly crash. It was just after midnight when officers say they spotted a car stolen from a nursing home the previous day.
It happened around 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 29, in the 2400 block of Pennsylvania Avenue.
"County Judge Jenkins has shown a probable right to relief on the merits of his claims against the Governor and the State of Texas," says the 116th Circuit Court.
Cody Dale Cantrell, 36, of Crowley, is charged with aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury with a firearm.
Officials with Carnival Cruise Line have confirmed that at least one person who sailed on a cruise out of Texas in late July to early August has died from COVID.
With the FDA's full approval of Pfizer's vaccine for COVID, vaccine mandates may become more prevalent in the the public and private sector.
The Frisco Police Department arrested Justin Jamaul Broadnax, 26 and Hannah Michelle Bond, 19, in connection to the killing of Corey Demon Mack, 20, on August 21.
Former preschool teacher Jason Sherod Baldwin, 29, pleaded guilty on August 24 to purchasing sexually explicit images of children.
During a morning press conference Dallas Cowboys Head Coach Mike McCarthy announced that two more players have tested positive for COVID.
Agents from the Laredo South Border Patrol Station arrested convicted sex offender Daryl Esnaider Amador-Loretoa and prevented him from entering the U.S. illegally near Rio Bravo.
As Texas deals with surges in new COVID-19 cases hospital systems in the state are increasingly closing temporarily their off-site ERs and sending staff to their hospitals to support overstretched workers.
The 30-year-old man pictured as a naked baby on the cover of the multimillion-selling Nirvana album "Nevermind" filed suit Tuesday in Los Angeles, alleging the former members of the grunge-rock trio, various record companies, art directors and others violated federal criminal child pornography laws and caused him lifelong suffering by "trafficking" his image worldwide.
Heal Corp, disaster-trained search and recovery volunteers, took CBS News Texas into some of the worst-hit areas by the flooding, where we got a close look at how devastating the flood really was.
Texans on Mission is sending their mobile command center and volunteers to Kerr County. The non-profit said it will enable them to help with everything from debris removal and meals to mobile showers and laundry units.
The governor declared Sunday a statewide day of prayer. We are also seeing green ribbons going up across the metroplex in honor of the young victims from Camp Mystic along the Guadalupe River.
Two North Texas girls missing from Camp Mystic in the wake of catastrophic Central Texas flooding have been confirmed dead: Lila Bonner, 9, and Eloise Peck, 8, CBS News Texas confirmed Sunday.
Gov. Abbott said Sunday that Kerrville will be a topic of discussion in the special session scheduled for July 21.
Red, white, and blue filled Klyde Warren Park in Downtown Dallas, but it's the flag of France, not the U.S.A., flying over hundreds of fans.
During a campaign event in Bullard, in East Texas, on June 30, Abbott told supporters that the state needs to press the brakes on data center developers.
"Most children's experiences with people costumed as animals comes in the context of fun encounters in theme parks. This defendant turned a furry costume into a nightmare of sexual abuse," the U.S. attorney said.
City leaders are considering a temporary moratorium on new projects as concerns over growth, neighborhoods and resources fuel a larger debate happening across Texas.
With one final to go on Tuesday, organizers say their focus is already shifting to the future, as they try to secure their spot to host the 2031 FIFA Women's World Cup.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Prosper police detectives say they were punished after reporting an alleged affair between a sergeant and a detective, prompting accusations that the department retaliated against whistleblowers.
Only about 7% of homes in Texas have flood insurance.
Payments for country club dues, luxury jet services, and even a reality show competition are not how you'd expect a community non-profit to use its donations.
An alleged leader of the operation was arrested in Europe and returned to the United States last week.
Gov. Ggreg Abbott has instructed the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to investigate so-called birth tourism packages.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
The 71-year-old four-term senator passed away after a "brief and sudden illness," his office announced.
Lindsey Graham, the senior U.S. senator from South Carolina, died suddenly at age 71 on Saturday.
Texas Republicans disagree over prohibiting AI data centers in rural Texas neighborhoods.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
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 USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Texas health officials are urging families to safely wash, handle and cook produce as Cyclospora cases rise.
Here's a breakdown of what you need to know about this pest and how to keep your pets safe and healthy.
Health officials are warning Texans about a seasonal rise in the intestinal parasite cyclosporiasis, with cases reported across the state.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Mayor Jim Ross said hotel revenue in the city was a record $31 million in June, smashing the previous mark of $23 million.
Cuban alleges Patrick Dumont has engaged in "adversarial business practices."
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Customers say they've gone to three, sometimes even four stores, to find a specific jersey.
Red, white, and blue filled Klyde Warren Park in Downtown Dallas, but it's the flag of France, not the U.S.A., flying over hundreds of fans.
With one final to go on Tuesday, organizers say their focus is already shifting to the future, as they try to secure their spot to host the 2031 FIFA Women's World Cup.
Paige Bueckers had 22 points and 11 assists, Jessica Shepard added 19 points and 10 rebounds, and the Dallas Wings beat the Chicago Sky 96-91.
Brandon Nimmo hit a game-ending single that drove in Wyatt Langford with his third hit of the game, and the Texas Rangers beat the Houston Astros 6-5 to enter the All-Star break with a winning record at 49-47.
The assignment is perfect for Lt. Ja'Nae McGee, who played soccer in both high school and college.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Ticket reseller StubHub abruptly canceled customers' tickets to World Cup matches, costing them thousands of dollars, a lawsuit alleges.
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.
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.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
