Irving approves resort after Sands Corporation drops casino from plans
The city council meeting wrapped up just before 2 a.m. Friday.
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The city council meeting wrapped up just before 2 a.m. Friday.
Even if city leaders sign off, the project faces a larger hurdle.
Gambling is currently illegal in Texas, meaning lawmakers would need to change state law before voters could weigh in on a constitutional amendment to legalize it.
City officials and residents discussed with the local planning and zoning commission what could happen to the city if the billion-dollar project moves forward. CBS News Texas reporter Marvin Hurst has the story.
This isn't the first time the casino company has attempted to get Texas to change its laws on gambling.
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban plans to sell a majority stake of the NBA team to billionaire Miriam Adelson and the Las Vegas Sands Casino family.
After MGM systems went down Monday, Caesars, another gambling giant with ties to Atlantic City, reported being the victim of a cyberattack this week.
In dramatic fashion, the Texas House on Thursday gave final approval to legislation that would let voters decide whether to legalize online sports betting across the state.
Lawmakers are pushing to legalize gambling in Texas.
Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer, rookie Will Warren struck out a career-high 10 and the Yankees beat the visiting Rangers 5-2 on Tuesday.
Ten inmates in all broke out of the New Orleans jail, according to the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office, which runs the facility.
Just before 6:30 p.m., police were called to the intersection of Kelton Street and Avington Way.
According to Pew Research, Texas has the third-largest Asian population in the U.S.
For more than 50 years, the Momentous Institute has been the tournament's beneficiary.
Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer, rookie Will Warren struck out a career-high 10 and the Yankees beat the visiting Rangers 5-2 on Tuesday.
Ten inmates in all broke out of the New Orleans jail, according to the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office, which runs the facility.
Just before 6:30 p.m., police were called to the intersection of Kelton Street and Avington Way.
According to Pew Research, Texas has the third-largest Asian population in the U.S.
For more than 50 years, the Momentous Institute has been the tournament's beneficiary.
Most schools — 86% — said a lack of funding was their top concern in defending against cyberattacks
A Euless woman is advocating for a bill in the Texas Legislature after her husband's death.
Weber worries about who will carry on the fight for the next child.
The CBS News Texas I-Team has uncovered a pattern of complaints within the industry, and now the problem has caught the attention of Texas state lawmakers.
In exchange for tax breaks, nonprofit hospitals are supposed to help patients who can't afford their bills.
A North Texas man who has made a fortune off of honey is turning to politics to save the creatures that made him rich.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said the products are dangerous, especially to kids who get access to them.
President Trump wants a "Golden Dome" missile defense system like Israel's Iron Dome.
"I think in terms of political spending, I'm going to do a lot less in the future," billionaire Elon Musk said.
Republican tax bill could cost $3.8 trillion over 10 years as its tax cuts surpass spending reductions, according to one analysis.
At Fort Worth ISD's North Side High School, the sounds of an American sport on the field meet mariachi music in the stands.
With new foods, such as the "Drowning Taquitos" and the "Beso de Angel," Tony's Taco Shop owners say they don't take their success for granted.
Latinas in Tech DFW started back up last year after the pandemic. They have lots of opportunities for Latinas to network, connect, and learn new skills.
Anchor Ken Molestina shows us how he makes his Cuban coffee for the CBS News Texas newsroom.
Del Olmo, who has played golf his entire life, recalls how rare the sport was for people like him growing up in Mexico City.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
A North Texas man who has made a fortune off of honey is turning to politics to save the creatures that made him rich.
President Trump is now seeking to implement the idea through an executive order.
North Texas is home to three species of pit vipers, including copperheads, cottonmouths, and rattlesnakes.
"It starts with a single step and it starts with a single workout."
Laid-off employees ranged from those working in firefighter health programs, to those approving new respirators.
A North Texas man who has made a fortune off of honey is turning to politics to save the creatures that made him rich.
The airport is projected to handle 100 million passengers by the end of this decade.
A Texas judge has thrown out a federal rule that would have capped credit card late fees.
Nvidia announced Monday morning that it wants to build two factories in Texas — one in Houston and one in Dallas.
Economic impact anticipated as Paige Bueckers joins the Wings, Boosting Local DFW Economy
Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer, rookie Will Warren struck out a career-high 10 and the Yankees beat the visiting Rangers 5-2 on Tuesday.
For more than 50 years, the Momentous Institute has been the tournament's beneficiary.
Dallas worked to chip away at a 17-point deficit, but never came closer than 64-61 in the third quarter.
The Stars will once again face the Edmonton Oilers in a bid to reach the Stanley Cup Final.
Scottie Scheffler has won the PGA Championship for his third major title.
George Wendt, the comedian and actor known for his beloved role as Norm on "Cheers," has died.
Singer Cassie Ventura accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping her in 2018. The accusation came during her testimony at his sex trafficking and racketeering trial in NYC.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend, the singer Cassie Ventura, took the stand this week at his sex trafficking trial in New York City.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura took the stand Tuesday in his federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial in NYC. She repeatedly cried on the stand as she recounted in graphic detail the "freak offs" she participated in.
"Denton… I'm coming home!!!"
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.
CBS News Texas viewers got out and enjoyed the snow day on Thursday and send us all of their best photos. Take a look.
CBS News Texas captured the excitement and energy of the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival through photos.
Cowtown lit up the streets of Downtown with smiles and lights during the annual Parade of Lights.
