Fatal car crash brings attention to dangerous intersection in Nevada
Nevada firefighters say they've responded to many major accidents at the intersection of FM 1138 and County Road 541.
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Texas bill would outlaw 'swoop and settle' insurance tactic after car crashes
"Unfortunately, not all carriers document settlements in writing and they utilize a practice known as 'swoop and settle' with an oral release," said State Representative Julie Johnson (D – Farmers Branch), who authored a bill that would outlaw oral automobile insurance releases.
Big rig crash in Dallas backs up LBJ Freeway during rush hour, 1 dead
The accident happened just after 4:30 p.m. in the eastbound lanes of LBJ Freeway over Hillcrest Road.
1 dead after 'major accident' on I-35 in Dallas County, officials say
At approximately 10:35 p.m. Dec. 22, deputies were sent to a possible accident call on northbound I-35 where they found an overturned vehicle and a damaged power pole.
Cowboys DE Sam Williams taken to hospital after car accident
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Sam Williams was taken to the hospital today after his car was hit in Plano Thursday afternoon.
Major accident shuts down parts of eastbound I-30 near Rowlett
Parts of eastbound I-30 in Rowlett will be closed for an indeterminate amount of time, police said Saturday evening, after a major accident.
1 person dead after hydroplaning, crashing into unoccupied vehicle
A vehicle hydroplaned on Dallas North Tollway and crashed into an unoccupied vehicle.
Pedestrian hit by vehicle in Haltom City
Witnesses said a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle and laying in the roadway.
Stolen vehicle rolls over after police attempt traffic stop, 2 dead
When someone fired a gun out of a stolen vehicle, it led to an attempted traffic stop then a car crash, killing two.
Big rig accident shuts down I-20 in Balch Springs
An accident involving a big rig has westbound I-20 shut down at Highway 175 in Balch Springs.
Deadly wrong-way crashes on the rise in Dallas County
Records obtained by CBS 11 show more people have died in wrong-way crashes in Dallas County so far this year than all of last year and each year before that going back to 2017.
Crandall community members rally around injured student, family
A weekend car crash has shattered a family but it's bringing together the small town of Crandall. A terrible accident has left a beloved high school student and varsity cheerleader on life support.
1 dead after losing control of vehicle, crashing into guard rail
One person is dead after two cars were racing on President George Bush Turnpike this past Saturday.
How to spot counterfeit car seats
Ask any parent, picking out the best car seat for your babies is a tough (and expensive) decision that has to be made.
2 dead after crash at Woodall Rogers Freeway in Dallas
Police say it was just before 2:30 a.m. when deputies were dispatched to the westbound lanes of the freeway, near Allen Street.
'Eggtremely' sticky road after 30K pound egg spill in Dallas
Officials TxDOT say an 18-wheeler hauling eggs slammed into the pillar of the bridge at Malcom X Boulevard, near downtown Dallas.
1 Killed, 3 Injured In Arlington Car Accident
One man was killed and three others were injured on Saturday morning after a truck struck a car from behind near Arlington.
'Heading Home Today Empty Handed:' Aaron Tschritter Passed Away In Dallas Car Crash, Sister & Wife Say
Although neither the Dallas Police nor the Medical Examiner have confirmed details about the car accident or Aaron Tschritter's disappearance, his sister and wife say he passed away in a November 25 car accident on Good Latimer.
Man Knocked To Ground And Punched Repeatedly Along Busy Dallas Highway After Crash
The driver of the truck was trying to get information when a young man attacked him, knocked him to the ground and struck him several times with his fists.
PD: Teenager In ICU After Running Light And Causing Fiery Dallas Crash That Left 1-Year-Old Unharmed
A teenage driver is in critical condition and a family, including a 1-year-old baby, is recovering after being involved in a fiery crash in Dallas.
Frisco Police Release Dash Cam Video Of Aftermath Of 2017 Ezekiel Elliott Car Crash
The officers discuss insurance and tell both Ezekiel Elliott and Ronnie Hill their cars are so badly damaged, they'll have to be towed.
Irving PD Body Cam Video Shows Officers Rescuing Family From Overturned Vehicle
You've heard stories like it before -- a family is traveling in the Texas night, their vehicle overturns and they're trapped. An incident began that way in Irving, but the ending well...
Distracted Drivers An Increasing Threat To First Responders
New research shows that many drivers are distracted by their phones when they're going past first responders working accidents on the roadways.
Man Dies In Fort Worth Police Chase Accident
A man died in an accident that occurred during a police chase in Fort Worth Saturday evening.
Medical Examiner: Granbury Choir Director Jeremy Bowen Intoxicated When He, Girlfriend Died In Crash
According to a toxicology report, Bowen's blood alcohol level was .23 at the time of the crash, nearly three times the legal limit in Texas which is .08.
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State politicians react to Texas AG Ken Paxton's impeachment
After the Texas House of Representatives voted to impeach Attorney General Ken Paxton, state politicians have taken to social media in response.
Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
The agreement in principle came after President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy spoke by phone Saturday evening.
Key artifact helps illuminate historic moment in JFK assassination
Nearly 60 years ago, reporter Bill Mercer broke the news to Lee Harvey Oswald on camera that he had been charged with murdering President John F. Kennedy.
Texas House votes to impeach Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton
The Texas House of Representatives voted Saturday to impeach scandal-plagued Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton.
DeSantis campaign to receive "unprecedented" money by super PAC
The PAC has been gathering online contributions with the purpose of funneling it to the official campaign.
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Texas House votes to impeach Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton
The Texas House of Representatives voted Saturday to impeach scandal-plagued Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton.
State politicians react to Texas AG Ken Paxton's impeachment
After the Texas House of Representatives voted to impeach Attorney General Ken Paxton, state politicians have taken to social media in response.
Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
The agreement in principle came after President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy spoke by phone Saturday evening.
Key artifact helps illuminate historic moment in JFK assassination
Nearly 60 years ago, reporter Bill Mercer broke the news to Lee Harvey Oswald on camera that he had been charged with murdering President John F. Kennedy.
DeSantis campaign to receive "unprecedented" money by super PAC
The PAC has been gathering online contributions with the purpose of funneling it to the official campaign.
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Are Texas schools safer a year after the Uvalde shooting?
In the past year since 19 students and two teachers were killed by a gunman at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, frustrations have mounted and pleas to lawmakers have grown.
Sex trafficking in Texas: "I foolishly thought if I did everything right, he wouldn't beat me again"
On any given night in Dallas, 400 girls are trafficked on the streets according to New Friends New Life, a North Texas human trafficking advocacy group.
Hazmat truck routes in DFW haven't been updated in nearly 40 years
With thousands of trucks loaded with hazard material making their way through the Dallas-Fort Worth area every day, a single road accident could be disastrous for nearby neighborhoods.
I-Team: The dangerous rise in overlapping extremism
The overlapping of extreme ideologies is most often seen and fueled online.
Patients still not protected from surprise ground ambulance bills
When you dial 911, chances are you're not thinking about how much the ambulance ride will cost. When it comes to time pay, many insured Americans are blindsided with a surprise medical bill.
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State politicians react to Texas AG Ken Paxton's impeachment
After the Texas House of Representatives voted to impeach Attorney General Ken Paxton, state politicians have taken to social media in response.
Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
The agreement in principle came after President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy spoke by phone Saturday evening.
Texas House votes to impeach Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton
The Texas House of Representatives voted Saturday to impeach scandal-plagued Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton.
DeSantis campaign to receive "unprecedented" money by super PAC
The PAC has been gathering online contributions with the purpose of funneling it to the official campaign.
Impeachment proceedings against Texas AG Ken Paxton underway
Paxton could be suspended from office over allegations of bribery, unfitness for office and abuse of public trust.
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Dream swimming pools turn into nightmares for dozens of North Texans
Dozens of North Texans paid a pool contractor for projects it never completed. Now they're trying to figure out what happens next.
Tesla recalls 'Full Self-Driving' to fix flaws in behavior
Electric automaker Tesla is recalling nearly 363,000 vehicles.
Are Super Bowl ads still worth the money?
It's no secret that Super Bowl ads are the most expensive advertisements on the air. But are they still worth the money?
CPSC considering gas stove ban due to 'hidden hazards'
A federal agency is considering a ban on gas stoves, a source of indoor pollution linked to childhood asthma.
Plumbers in high demand across North Texas as travelers return to broken pipes
While the damage was mild compared to the major Texas freeze of 2021, the full scope may not be clear until after Jan. 1, one company owner pointed out, with many people still out of town for the holiday.
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Drugs — from cancer meds to children's Tylenol — are in short supply
Nationwide drug shortage is a "tragedy happening in slow motion," a cancer surgeon says. "Patients simply deserve better."
What mosquitoes are most attracted to in human body odor is revealed
Researchers confirmed what many of us already suspect, that mosquitoes are attracted to some people more than others.
CDC study: Cigarette use declining among US adults
The decline in the number of people smoking is countered by a rise in the use of vape products.
Peloton recalls 2.2M bikes because seat posts can break while in use
Exercise equipment maker has received 35 reports of incidents, some resulting in injuries including a fractured wrist and cuts.
FDA panel backs over-the-counter birth control pill, teeing up approval
Perrigo wants to sell its Opill brand birth control pills in stores without a prescription.
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American Airlines, pilots union reach agreement in principle on new contract
The union and the airline have been negotiating on a new contract since 2019, and earlier this month the pilots announced they had voted to authorize a strike.
Southwest Airlines pilots vote to authorize strike
According to a release from the SWAPA, 99% of the votes were in favor of a strike.
American Airlines pilots vote to authorize a strike
The vote isn't likely to lead to an immediate walkout, but airline unions believe strike votes increase their leverage at the bargaining table
Tesla cuts prices on all models, 3rd cut this year
Tesla cut prices on its entire U.S. electric vehicle model lineup for the third time this year in an apparent effort to lure more buyers amid rising interest rates.
Southwest CEO's compensation soars despite December debacle
The CEO of Southwest Airlines is seeing his compensation nearly double after getting promoted to the top job, with the airline's directors looking past a meltdown over the Christmas holiday.
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Joe Pavelski scores in OT, Stars beat Golden Knights 3-2
Joe Pavelski scored on a power play at 3:18 of overtime and the Dallas Stars avoided a sweep in the Western Conference final with a 3-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday night.
Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn suspended ahead of critical Game 4
At 1:42 of the first period Tuesday night, Benn cross-checked Stone and earned himself a game misconduct for his cross-check shortly after.
Dallas Stars in 0-3 hole vs. Vegas, Benn awaits potential suspension after hit on Knights captain
The Dallas Stars could be without their captain in Game 4 of the Western Conference Final they have to win to extend their season.
Vegas 1 win from another Stanley Cup Final after 4-0 win over Stars in Game 3
Jonathan Marchessault and the Vegas Golden Knights are one more win from reaching another Stanley Cup Final.
Mansfield native Jaden Hullaby dies, days after family says he went missing
A family member posted on social media saying Hullaby was last seen on Friday in Dallas. They weren't able to track any of his devices, which is "not him at all."
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Art Appreciation: Gene Jones' program inspires, celebrates young artists
Gene Jones, wife of Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, says the construction of the stadium led her to a love affair with art that is changing lives.
Tina Turner, "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll," dies at 83
The "What's Love Got To Do With It" singer's death was confirmed to CBS News on Wednesday afternoon.
Rapper Fetty Wap sentenced to 6 years in prison for drug trafficking charges
The rapper was one of six defendants involved in a conspiracy that distributed over 100 kilograms of illicit drugs.
Disney World is closing its Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser in September
Disney's Galactic Starcruiser is about to take its final voyage.
Series finale of "NCIS: Los Angeles" airs Sunday, May 21
The NCIS team continues the case with ATF and the stolen military-grade weapons.
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Rain chances ahead this Memorial Day
Rain chances are expected in North Texas this Memorial Day.
Texas House votes to impeach Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton
The Texas House of Representatives voted Saturday to impeach scandal-plagued Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Rain could return to North Texas by next weekend
Some people in North Texas could see rain on Memorial Day, but chances for heavier rain return next weekend.
Gene Jones' program inspires, celebrates young artists
By now, it's no secret that the House that Jerry Built is where the legacy of the Dallas Cowboys resides, but perhaps just as notable is the art that shares the same space.
Royce City police warn about multiple incidents of 'jugging'
Royse City Police say in the past week there have been two cases of "jugging" thefts.
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Hail comes down across North Texas
Parts of North Texas saw hail Friday evening.
2023 Highland Park Buddy Bowl
Highland Park High School students teamed up with students who have disabilities for one of the most fun-filled games of the year.
Some-bunny to love: NICU babies have 'egg-stra special' photo shoot
The care team on the neonatal intensive care unit at Texas Health hospitals dressed up these little snuggle bunnies to make the Easter holiday special.
Hail and heavy rain batter parts of North Texas
Users sent in their own photos and video of the severe storms that rolled through on April 2.
CMT Awards: Country music's biggest night
The CMT Awards will be broadcasted live from the Moody Center in Austin on Sunday, April 2, on CBS News Texas starting at 7 p.m. It will also be available for live and on-demand streaming on Paramount Plus.
