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Women make up 51 percent of the population, but hold only 20 percent of elective offices. IGNITE is working to solve this problem by inspiring and training high school and college women to declare their political ambition and ultimately run for office.
North Texas and the world are paying attention after a person in Dallas County became infected with the Zika virus through sexual contact. It is the first case of sexually transmitted Zika virus in the United States.
The Top geological wonders to see in Alaska include enormous glaciers and the highest peak in North America
Sen. Ted Cruz, the newly minted winner of Iowa's presidential caucus, told a story of the 2000 election, when he worked as a "mid-level kid" on George W. Bush's presidential campaign.
The Home Depot is on a hiring spree. The nation's largest home improvement chain said Wednesday that it's hiring more than 80,000 seasonal workers nationwide for its busy spring season.
A judge in Los Angeles has finalized Hilary Duff's divorce from former NHL player Mike Comrie. Duff and Comrie were married in August 2010 and separated in January 2014.
The Super Bowl can provide a whole lot of excitement for a lot of couples. Your team just won an incredible game. So, right around the fall, you might have a brand new football fan to cheer along with next season.
With different diets for health, weight or allergy reasons, it's hard to know what to prepare that will make everyone feel welcomed at your Super Bowl party. But these recipes are sure to earn you a touchdown.
Dallas Cowboys linemen Randy White and Harvey Martin led the team's defensive charge as the 'Doomsday Defense' crushed the orange-clad Denver Broncos in the NFL title game in January 1978.
Dallas Cowboys Hall of Fame defensive tackle Randy White discusses the team's championship win over the Denver Broncos in January 1978. White and Harvey Martin were named co-MVPs of the game.
Ed 'Too Tall' Jones recalls the Dallas Cowboys championship win over the Denver Broncos in January 1978. Jones was part of the famed 'Doomsday Defense' that limited Denver to just 10 points, and forced eight Broncos turnovers.
Police in Arlington have made an arrest in last Wednesday's shooting death of Brittany Daniel. Detectives have taken 20-year-old Aspen Shaquill Daron Warren into custody for murder.
University of North Texas junior London Olawumi is couch surfing this semester; not abroad though, as most college kids do – in his dorm.
Before you upgrade to a new TV, you need a game plan.
A Plano couple faces eviction from their assisted-living center, despite having saved a quarter of a million dollars for retirement.
Lock your doors because the number of vehicles stolen is hitting new highs in Texas.
A coalition of border groups held a press conference this afternoon denouncing the National Guard’s presence there.
There's more trouble for leadership of the Tarrant Appraisal District after county commissioners took a vote of no confidence against its director Jeff Law.
The program is in partnership with the Fort Worth Police Department.
Allen police are investigating what they say is a murder-suicide after four people, including two children were found deceased inside a home on Aug. 28.
Skeletal remains found in North Carolina in 1977 have been identified as those of Cindy Marcell Blizzard, a 15-year-old girl who ran away from her home in Monkton, Maryland, investigators said.
An internal investigation is underway.
Abraham Altamar was on the phone with his wife when he briefly spoke with one of the pilots of the Amazon cargo plane that overran a runway in Miami.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, has forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
An announcement from the town government notes that a revised plan would require filing a new application.
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.
Canada's steep retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion in U.S. goods took effect just after midnight ET on Tuesday, deepening the trade war between the two countries.
While the spotlight will be national, some of the biggest stakes are right here in Texas.
With early voting just six weeks away, what are both parties saying about the races ahead — and what's at stake in Texas?
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
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.
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
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.
Breanna Stewart had 19 points, seven rebounds and six assists to help the U.S. win its 33rd in a row in the tournament.
Dallas Cowboys left guard Tyler Smith will miss at least the first month of the season because of a left thumb injury that needs surgery.
After falling short in the fourth round of the Texas UIL high school football playoffs last season, North Crowley returned to the field with expectations higher than ever.
Jackie Young scored 10 points to lead the struggling offense in the 55-52 win on Sunday.
Jake Burger homered twice and Ezequiel Duran had his 12th game this season with at least three hits as the Texas Rangers rallied from two four-run deficits to beat the Tampa Bay Rays 8-6.
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.
