Judge Lets Negligence Suit Against Baylor Proceed
The lawsuit filed by Jasmin Hernandez alleges the largest Baptist school in the country was "deliberately indifferent" to rape allegations levied at Tevin Elliott.
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The lawsuit filed by Jasmin Hernandez alleges the largest Baptist school in the country was "deliberately indifferent" to rape allegations levied at Tevin Elliott.
Texas lawmakers are pushing for tougher sexual assault reporting requirements on college campuses in response to the ongoing investigations into Baylor University's handling of sexual assault allegations involving its football program.
An associate director of football operations has been fired by Baylor University, becoming the second staffer with ties to the football program to be dismissed this year as the program struggles to move beyond a sexual assault scandal.
A federal judge has ruled a lawsuit against Baylor University by 10 women alleging they were sexually assaulted while students can proceed.
Briles, who was fired in May 2016, released a one-page letter Thursday defending himself against allegations that he ignored incidents of assault and operated a program that considered itself above the rules.
The Texas Rangers confirmed Wednesday they are working with the McLennan County prosecutor's office to "determine if further action is warranted."
Rep. Roland Gutierrez, a San Antonio Democrat, called on the Texas Rangers on Monday to probe the nation's largest Baptist school.
An Austin Democratic state senator has filed a package of bills requiring Texas colleges to adopt "affirmative consent" policies for sexual contact and create anonymous online reporting tools for assault victims.
The petition is addressed to Interim President David Garland and three other administrators. The petition quotes scripture.
Dallas-area Baylor graduates are a tight community and some tell CBS11 they're eager to see their school recover from the public shame of sexual assault scandals.
Baylor University has fired a newly hired assistant strength and conditioning coach after he was arrested on a prostitution solicitation charge.
Baylor had only one committed recruit when Matt Rhule became head coach nearly two months ago.
A former Baylor University student who says she was raped by two football players filed a federal lawsuit Friday against the school that alleges there were dozens more assaults of women involving other players.
A former financial aid officer at Baylor has filed a federal lawsuit claiming the university retaliated by firing her after she sought to reinstate the scholarship of a football player.
Police say an Oklahoma football player has turned himself in after authorities issued an arrest warrant for aggravated robbery in his Texas hometown of Waco.
Former Baylor standout Isaiah Austin has arrived in Serbia after being cleared to play basketball again, 2½ years after he was diagnosed with Marfan syndrome during a physical before the NBA draft.
Baylor University regents say they have "full confidence" in a previous investigation into campus sexual and physical assault reports, and reject calls from a group of major donors for a third-party review.
A leading university-accrediting body has issued a "warning" to Baylor University that the school's compliance with the body's standards will be closely monitored for the next year.
Bill Menefee, whose tenure as Baylor athletic director included a Southwest Conference football championship and five bowl trips for the Bears, has died. He was 95.
Former Baylor football coach Art Briles is suing three school regents and a vice president for libel and slander, accusing them of falsely stating he knew of reported assaults and alleged gang rapes by players and didn't report them.
Two women who reported being gang-raped by Baylor University football players have reached a settlement with the school, which has been hammered by months of criticism that it ignored or mishandled assault claims for years.
A Baylor University Associate Athletic Director was arrested for allegedly attacking a journalist.
Drayton McLane and a group of influential alumni and donors called Thursday for more transparency from Baylor regents, demanding they release what was uncovered in an investigation by the law firm Pepper Hamilton.
Some of Baylor University's most prominent supporters, including the billionaire businessman whose name is on the football stadium, are calling for a shakeup of the school's board of regents in the wake of the campus sexual assault scandal.
An outside investigation of the Baylor University sexual violence scandal found 17 women who had reported sexual or domestic assaults involving 19 Baylor University athletes since 2011, university regents have told The Wall Street Journal.
Josh Bell hit a three-run homer in the first inning, Byron Buxton went deep for the 23rd time this season, leading off the sixth, and the Minnesota Twins beat the Texas Rangers 4-2 on Monday night.
When the Japan vs. Netherlands World Cup match ended, many headed for the exits, but Japanese fans reached for trash bags instead.
CBS News Texas obtained multiple arrest documents about the tragic shooting of Tre'Shawn Moore.
A campaign called "Fairview Speaks" is asking the church to reduce the steeple's height.
In January, Sorsby signed with Texas Tech to play quarterback for his fifth and final season of college eligibility.
Josh Bell hit a three-run homer in the first inning, Byron Buxton went deep for the 23rd time this season, leading off the sixth, and the Minnesota Twins beat the Texas Rangers 4-2 on Monday night.
When the Japan vs. Netherlands World Cup match ended, many headed for the exits, but Japanese fans reached for trash bags instead.
CBS News Texas obtained multiple arrest documents about the tragic shooting of Tre'Shawn Moore.
A campaign called "Fairview Speaks" is asking the church to reduce the steeple's height.
In January, Sorsby signed with Texas Tech to play quarterback for his fifth and final season of college eligibility.
Drivers towed from a Fort Worth CVS may be eligible for refunds after an I-Team investigation found questions over whether the tow company had authorization to operate in the lot.
Before striking a pipeline, causing a natural gas leak and subsequent explosion, an engineering firm did follow proper protocol to begin work at a Dallas apartment building.
A North Texas foster family says a legal gray area in Texas' Baby Moses law led to the child being returned to biological relatives.
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement this week extended training for new officers and mandated additional instruction for those onboarded under a shortened Trump administration academy process that has now been scrapped, according to an internal agency memo obtained by CBS News.
Gina Hinojosa was in North Texas launching Team Texas Public Schools. Hinojosa told our Eye on Politics reporter Jack Fink about the effort to make education one of the big campaign issues ahead of the election. She is facing Republican Gov. Greg Abbott, who is seeking his fourth term in November.
Former Dallas mayors Laura Miller and Tom Leppert share their thoughts on what should happen to Dallas City Hall.
Plano's population has reached 300,000, and the city has landed AT&T, Samsung, and now the Dallas Stars. Mayor John Muns tells Eye on Politics reporter Jack Fink what he thinks sets Plano apart.
Plano's population has reached 300,000, the city landed AT&T, Samsung and now the Dallas Stars. The mayor tells Eye on Politics reporter Jack Fink what he thinks Plano is doing right. Former Dallas mayors Laura Miller and Tom Leppert share their thoughts on what should happen to Dallas City Hall. And in the race for Texas governor, candidate Gina Hinojosa says she is making education the priority over culture wars and corporations.
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.
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."
The most recent week of data from Dallas County Health and Human Services shows a 50% increase in positive flu cases.
The cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has docked at the Dutch port of Rotterdam for disinfection, wrapping up a troubled journey that put world health authorities on alert.
Despite the costs and rules, fans are excited for the World Cup madness that's finally taking off.
After sharing management of the arena for decades, the Mavericks are now in full control.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
Expensive tickets, trouble getting visas and anti-American sentiment may all be contributing to underwhelming demand.
Herring said that in the year before tariffs, used car sales were just under half of his business at his dealership in Irving; Now, they are nearly 75 percent.
Josh Bell hit a three-run homer in the first inning, Byron Buxton went deep for the 23rd time this season, leading off the sixth, and the Minnesota Twins beat the Texas Rangers 4-2 on Monday night.
When the Japan vs. Netherlands World Cup match ended, many headed for the exits, but Japanese fans reached for trash bags instead.
In January, Sorsby signed with Texas Tech to play quarterback for his fifth and final season of college eligibility.
"We bought some nice tickets; we had good seats."
Monday night, Texas Tech issued a statement saying Sorsby will not be a member of the Red Raider football team this fall.
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
Creative minds are coming together in North Texas.
Anthony Head played librarian and mentor Rupert Giles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and recently appeared in "Ted Lasso."
Peabo Bryson, a two-time Grammy-winning singer and songwriter known for Disney movie hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died at age 75.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
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.
