Obama Lights National Christmas Tree
President Obama jumpstarted the holiday season Thursday, lighting the National Christmas Tree, but also appealing to Americans to "come together as brothers and sisters."
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President Obama jumpstarted the holiday season Thursday, lighting the National Christmas Tree, but also appealing to Americans to "come together as brothers and sisters."
Amid a growing political controversy, the Obama administration on Wednesday reminded state officials across the country that states do not have legal authority to refuse to accept Syrian refugees.
President Obama recognized 17 people with the nation's highest civilian award on Tuesday, including one of the greatest catchers in baseball history and an actress known as the 'Funny Girl.'
Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday informed President Barack Obama that, in the wake of the terror attacks in Paris, the State of Texas would not by accepting any refugees from Syria.
The Obama administration will ask the Supreme Court to save the president's plan to shield as many as 5 million immigrants living in the country illegally from deportation, after lower courts blocked it.
President Obama is now being praised to the skies by environmentalists and most Democrats, and denounced in apocalyptic terms by Republicans and the business community.
The company pleading for permission to build the Keystone XL pipeline looked beyond President Barack Obama on Tuesday in apparent hopes a future Republican president would greenlight the project.
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz sought to energize the Christian conservatives at Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano to vote for their values.
The members aim to encourage the court to issue a decision on the Texas-led lawsuit.
Exploring a presidential campaign, Vice President Joe Biden is presenting himself as a natural heir to President Obama's policies, previewing his potential pitch to voters.
Showing solidarity with Alaska natives, President Obama announced Sunday that his administration would rename Mount McKinley as Denali, its traditional Athabascan name.
President Barack Obama held out the people of New Orleans on Thursday as an extraordinary example of renewal and resilience 10 years after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina.
President Obama said that New Orleans is "moving forward" a decade after Hurricane Katrina dealt it a devastating blow.
President Barack Obama may have finally shed his summer curse — just in time for a daunting fall.
Hillary Clinton is voicing opposition to President Obama's authorization for oil drilling in Alaska and delays on Keystone XL, clear signs that she is distancing herself from the President.
President Barack Obama will talk about expanding economic opportunity during a visit to the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma.
The Obama administration is proposing making up to 5 million more people eligible for overtime pay -- its latest effort to boost the pay for lower-income workers.
Hillary Clinton is distancing herself from President Obama over a contentious trade proposal, encouraging the president to address concerns raised by congressional Democrats and negotiate a better deal with 11 Pacific Rim nations.
The avid sports fan who occupies the Oval Office is refusing to take sides as the Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors battle for the NBA championship.
President Barack Obama says soccer fans around the world want to ensure FIFA operates with integrity. Obama weighed in on the FIFA corruption scandal during a visit to Germany.
President Obama joked about their quieter futures during his eighth "Late Show" appearance Monday, saying Americans have grown up with the veteran comedian.
Piece by piece, President Obama is trying to build the foundation for the legacy he wants to leave, putting in place decisions that will reverberate beyond his presidency.
The Obama administration is on pace to deport the fewest number of immigrants in nearly a decade, according to internal government data obtained by The Associated Press.
Judges on Friday will consider lifting a temporary hold imposed by a judge in Texas on President Obama's action seeking to shield millions of immigrants from deportation.
President Barack Obama on Tuesday will ask Americans to think of climate change and extreme weather as a threat not just to the environment, but also to their health.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Mr. Trump will have a tour of the museum scheduled to start at noon, with remarks set for 1 p.m.
Rain chances rise to 30% in DFW and increase to 40% by Thursday night.
According to the Dallas Police Department, at about 10:50 p.m., officers responded to a call concerning a major accident involving a city equipment vehicle.
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Mr. Trump will have a tour of the museum scheduled to start at noon, with remarks set for 1 p.m.
Rain chances rise to 30% in DFW and increase to 40% by Thursday night.
According to the Dallas Police Department, at about 10:50 p.m., officers responded to a call concerning a major accident involving a city equipment vehicle.
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
A coalition of advocacy groups and a Democratic-led city filed a preemptive lawsuit seeking to block the Trump administration from deploying armed ICE agents to polling sites ahead of the midterm elections.
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
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.
Mr. Trump will have a tour of the museum scheduled to start at noon, with remarks set for 1 p.m.
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
A coalition of advocacy groups and a Democratic-led city filed a preemptive lawsuit seeking to block the Trump administration from deploying armed ICE agents to polling sites ahead of the midterm elections.
President Trump's speech at the Republican National Committee convention touched on the polarizing NBA trade that sent superstar guard Luka Dončić from the Mavericks to the Lakers.
President Trump vowed Wednesday to send a $5,000 "dividend" to every American citizen after the midterms, but only if Republicans hold onto control of Congress. He didn't offer details on how the payments would work.
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.
President Trump's speech at the Republican National Committee convention touched on the polarizing NBA trade that sent superstar guard Luka Dončić from the Mavericks to the Lakers.
Barry Melrose, a hockey player-turned-coach who led the Los Angeles Kings to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final before going on to a long career in broadcasting the sport, has died at 70.
Ben Shelton ended Carlos Alcaraz's title reign in the latest-finishing match in U.S. Open history, pulling out the victory in a marathon tussle that ended at 3:33 a.m. Wednesday.
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.
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
Ben Shelton ended Carlos Alcaraz's title reign in the latest-finishing match in U.S. Open history, pulling out the victory in a marathon tussle that ended at 3:33 a.m. Wednesday.
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.
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.
