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Sen. Cruz said the conditions in Dallas facility are better than at the Border Patrol facility in Donna, Texas, where he said the minors are in being held in cages and are packed closely together.
"You get the call, and your life immediately changes," says Alissa Charles-Findley, Botham Jean's sister.
There have been no injuries reported and there is no word yet on what might have started the fire.
A total of eight people were injured in the shooting and taken to area hospitals on Saturday, March 20.
Coppell police arrested a teacher named Mercedes Genevieve Coloso, 32, for allegedly having an improper relationship with a juvenile student.
Morning radio personality at KFWR 95.9 The Ranch, Justin Frazell was booked on sexual assault charges in Tarrant County.
Authorities found 14-year-old Lexus Nichole Gray safe almost a week after her non-custodial father allegedly abducted her.
Opening statements were scheduled to begin Monday in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer accused of murdering George Floyd.
Though housing prices have soared in many parts of the country, and inventory is way down, real estate sales may still be stronger in 2021.
With the state opening up eligibility requirements and allowing all Texans 16 and up to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, some teens are already securing appointments.
Opponents of the Keller High School Indians say they hope it means the beginning of the end of their five-year fight for change.
2020 was a record-breaking year for home improvements.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention extended its federal moratorium on eviction for non-payment of rent until June 30.
Financial terms of the deal were not announced. The Max 7 lists for $99.7 million, although airlines routinely receive huge discounts.
During his State of the State address in February, the Governor named broadband access as an emergency item for the 87th legislative session.
Weather is pleasant for the ACM Awards in North Texas, with dry conditions and temperatures in the upper 70s. Clouds will clear overnight. On Friday, there's a slight chance of spring storms in the afternoon, peaking at 30% between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Tonight marks the 60th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards at The Star in Frisco. CBS News Texas anchor Nicole Baker is live on the red carpet, sharing the excitement and energy of the event. She spoke with several North Texas country stars and Reba McEntire, who is hosting for the 18th time and performing alongside other big names in country music.
On Thursday, President Trump announced a new trade deal with the United Kingdom, aiming to strengthen ties between the two nations.
A North Texas grandmother is upset after her 8-year-old grandson was dropped off by a school bus in the wrong neighborhood. The child arrived home scared and in tears. Fort Worth ISD is taking steps to prevent such incidents, but the grandmother feels these measures are insufficient.
An American has been named the new Pope, sparking excitement among Catholics in Dallas. The announcement was made at the downtown Dallas Cathedral, marked by the traditional white smoke from the Vatican.
There is a 20% chance for an isolated shower or rumble by the afternoon on July 4th, with better coverage of isolated storms possible Sunday afternoon.
Dallas Fire-Rescue said at about 4 a.m., crews responded after someone reported smoke coming from the second floor of Pilates Methodology.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Only about 7% of homes in Texas have flood insurance.
Troopers say one driver abandoned a child after crashing in Fort Worth, while another struck a truck tractor on a closed stretch of I‑20 at exit 420 in Parker County.
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.
One year after catastrophic flooding in the Hill Country, Texas has installed new flood warning sirens in some areas, but an I-Team investigation found large parts of the state still lack outdoor warning systems.
Federal officials are warning that one of the world's largest sporting events could bring more than soccer fans.
President Trump earned more than a billion dollars from crypto-related ventures alone last year, according to a financial disclosure, including from his meme coin business and his family's cryptocurrency firm.
President Donald Trump has announced that Republicans will hold their first-ever national convention ahead of the midterm elections in Dallas.
The Supreme Court agreed to take up challenges to so-called assault-weapons bans in Cook County, Illinois, and Connecticut.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
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.
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.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
Customers say they've gone to three, sometimes even four stores, to find a specific jersey.
Commercial air service from Collin County will take off in November with a flight to Fort Myers, Florida.
The bank is closing a call center at its Plano campus and laying off 244 workers as part of a consolidation effort.
Mayor Eric Johnson said in an announcement the bank is considering Dallas for a new hub that could bring thousands of jobs to the metroplex.
The city of Plano is on a roll, and Mayor John Muns said the key to the city's successes comes down to customer service.
Customers say they've gone to three, sometimes even four stores, to find a specific jersey.
The Ivory Coast and Norway will face off in the round of 32 at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday afternoon.
Dusty May's only dream growing up was coaching high school basketball in his home state of Indiana.
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.
With so much else to rebuild, a baseball season in 2026 seemed like more than a dream.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
RoseMarie Terenzio, who was JFK Jr.'s former chief of staff and planned his secret wedding to Carolyn Bessette, said she doesn't think Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married at Madison Square Garden.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
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.
