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The Texas Senate has preliminarily approved a bill eliminating straight-ticket voting statewide beginning in 2020.
Forbes has put the combined wealth of supercouple Beyonce and Jay Z at $1.16 billion. The magazine estimated Jay Z's fortune at $810 million. It said that Beyonce has amassed $350 million.
With an impressive knowledge of rivers, mountain ranges, borders and cultures, teenager Pranay Varada of Irving won this year's National Geographic Bee on Tuesday, beating another teen from Milwaukee.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is clamoring for a special legislative session unless the Texas House approves two bills that it was already expected to pass including a controversial 'bathroom bill.'
The Texas state Senate is considering a bill to kill the agency that runs bus service for most of the Dallas County school districts.
A former Baylor student-athlete is suing the private university after she says she was drugged and gang-raped by as many as eight football players.
A Texas man is suing a woman he went on a date with for the price of a movie ticket after he says she texted through the film and left him at the theater.
For the first time since 2009, the Fort Worth Police Department is holding a gun buyback event. Anyone who turns in a gun will get a $50 gift card -- no questions asked.
Amazon is offering a thinner and lighter version of its cheapest, seven-inch tablet, while shaving $10 off of the price of an eight-inch model. The company is also selling a kids version of the eight-inch tablet.
Medical abortions that are done at home with online help and pills sent to patients in the mail appear to be just as safe as abortions done at a health clinic, according to a new study.
Bill O'Reilly is taking up an offer from former FOX News colleague Glenn Beck to work together again. O'Reilly announced on his podcast that he will have a weekly spot on Beck's radio show.
A teacher who survived a car wreck says she's grateful to be alive, and wouldn't be here today without help from a fellow teacher and Army veteran.
Google is about to provide the latest peek at its services and gadgets as it seeks to become a more influential force in people's lives. The overview will come Wednesday during Google's annual conference.
National Police Week continued Wednesday with a special march in downtown Dallas. Former or current police officers, family, friends and citizens joined members of the Dallas Police Department in the march.
Harry Styles took over James Corden's "The Late Late Show" for a night. Styles was introduced as Corden on Tuesday night's edition of the CBS talk show, and told jokes during an opening monologue.
When it comes to planting your garden, it’s more than just picking out pretty flowers and plants. You need to make sure they can survive the Texas weather.
Get ready for a blast of winter temperatures again as our temperatures go from highs in the upper 70s today to only the mid 50s Wednesday afternoon.
TwoGether Land Festival was created by Jason Carter, the founder of ONE Musicfest, in the spirit of togetherness and unity through music. The 2024 lineup includes Lil Wayne, Summer Walker, Latto, Key Glock, Gucci Mane, Muni Long, and more.
And it all takes place in San Antonio this weekend with five Dallas area teams competing for a state title: South Grand Prairie and Duncanville representing in Class 6a; Frisco Liberty and Mansfield Timber View looking to rule in Class 5a and in 4a, Dallas Lincoln gets going on Friday.
"What's going on today buddy? Can you talk to us? We would like to help you. That's why we are here," a Mesquite police officer is heard saying to the teen.
Henry Bolte recorded the first multihomer game of his career as the Athletics erased an early deficit with nine unanswered runs to avoid a sweep in Texas.
Investigators say he offered minors up to $1,000 for one-hour sessions involving sexually explicit images and threatened to contact their families.
For the first time since a judge rejected a new murder trial for Kamelo Anthony, his parents are speaking publicly.
Commissioners approved fewer early voting and Election Day sites as opponents raised concerns.
The sold-out inaugural event at the Dallas Museum of Art featured 10 films and aimed to provide homegrown talent with a broader platform.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
"Maybe this is one of those times that we just need to be loud and make people hear us that they're not being treated fairly," she said.
James Talarico's Senate campaign is accusing Ken Paxton and his campaign treasurer of "illegally spending" $1 million that was routed to a Paxton-aligned super PAC.
The Trump administration is withholding approval from Texas for about $9.8 billion in the next year.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
GOP leaders scheduled the vote after Democratic primary voters embraced a number of democratic socialist candidates.
President Trump framed last week's deal for the U.S. government to take a stake in Venezuelan oil as a boon for the depleted Strategic Petroleum Reserve. But the plan faces some hurdles, experts say.
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.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
Team USA begins its pursuit of a fifth consecutive World Cup title against China on Friday, Sept. 4, in Berlin in the first of three games in group play.
The longtime Dallas Cowboys quarterback and CBS Sports football analyst said he came to rely on alcohol to get off pain medications after multiple back surgeries.
The game was nationally televised, and video shared on social media of the incident has been viewed millions of times.
The move with Milton presumably means Sam Howell has won the No. 2 job behind Dak Prescott, a spot that Milton held last season.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
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.
