North Texas Christians line up for Ash Wednesday as Lent begins
The day symbolizes the official start of Lent, a 40-day season of penance, reflection and fasting in preparation for Jesus' resurrection on Easter.
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Pope Francis says homosexuality "is not a crime," but gay sex is "a sin"
The Catholic leader spoke about laws discriminating against LGBTQ people, his health and his predecessor in a wide-ranging interview with the AP.
Lent And Ash Wednesday Services Across North Texas
Churches across North Texas are beginning the season of Lent by holding Ash Wednesday services and offering the imposition of ashes.
Texas Church Cancels All Mass After Death Of Possibly COVID-19 Positive Priest
A church in Texas has canceled mass indefinitely after one of its priests died and five others subsequently tested positive for the novel coronavirus.
North Texans Join Pope Francis And Christians Around The World In Coronavirus Prayer
Catholics in North Texas joined millions of others around the world to pray for an end to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Texas Lawmakers Consider Extending Statute Of Limitations On Child Sex Abuse Cases
House Bill 3809 would extend the civil statute of limitations from 15 to 30 years for survivors of sex abuse by priests to file claims.
Dallas Diocese 'Grateful' For Pope Francis' New Vatican Laws On Reporting Sexual Abuse, Cover-Ups
Pope Francis laid out new Vatican laws on Thursday about how Catholic clergy around the world should report allegations of sexual abuse and cover-ups within the church.
US Is Preparing To Begin Building Part Of Texas Border Wall
Last March, Congress approved more than $600 million for 33 miles of new barriers in the Rio Grande Valley.
Texas Bishop Tweets Call For Gov. Cuomo's Excommunication
A Texas bishop wants New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo excommunicated from the Catholic church.
Nuns Pilfer Half A Million Dollars From Catholic School To Gamble In Vegas
Two longtime nuns at St. James Catholic School allegedly embezzled as much as $500,000 in tuition, fees and donations, perhaps spending some of the money on trips and gambling at casinos.
Police Raid 'Secret Archives' Of Houston Archdiocese In Sex Abuse Probe
Montgomery County District Attorney Brett Ligon arrived unannounced with 60 armed agents who left with boxes full of private documents from the archdiocese's "secret archives."
Pope Accepts Washington Cardinal's Resignation Amid Scandal
Pope Francis accepted the resignation Friday of Washington Cardinal Donald Wuerl after he became entangled in two major sexual abuse and cover-up scandals and lost the support of many in his flock.
Catholic Diocese Of Dallas Makes Revelation Regarding Investigation Into Priests
The news revealed Tuesday night by Bishop Edward Burns at a ceremony of sorrows to address allegations of pedophilia here at Saint Cecilia Catholic Church.
Dallas Pastor Suspended By Church Amid Sexual Abuse Allegations
The Catholic Diocese of Dallas has suspended a priest after allegations of sexual abuse, the bishop announced Sunday.
Catholic School Counselor May Lose Job Over Her Same-Sex Marriage
An Indiana catholic school guidance counselor may lose her job of 15 years after officials learned she was married to another woman.
Report Reveals More Than 1,000 Child Victims Of Priest Abuse In Pennsylvania
More than 1,000 children were molested by hundreds of Roman Catholic priests in six Pennsylvania dioceses, while senior church officials took steps to cover it up, according to a landmark grand jury report released Tuesday.
Pope Accepts Resignation Of McCarrick After Sex Abuse Claims
In a move seen as unprecedented, Pope Francis has effectively stripped U.S. prelate Theodore McCarrick of his cardinal's title following allegations of sexual abuse.
LGBTQ Community Cheers Pope's Reported 'God Made You Like This' Remark
Juan Carlos Cruz said Monday he spoke to Pope Francis about his homosexuality during their meetings at the Vatican.
Cardinal Law, Central Figure In Church Abuse Scandal, Dies
Cardinal Bernard Law, the disgraced former archbishop of Boston whose failures to stop child molesters in the priesthood sparked an American Catholicism crisis, died early Wednesday.
U.S. Catholic Bishops Elect Texas Cardinal To Top Post
The nation's Roman Catholic bishops elected a Texas cardinal Tuesday as their new president, choosing him to guide their relationship with the new Trump administration and represent them to the Vatican.
Diocese Investigates Texas Priest For Aborted Fetus Video
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Amarillo says it's investigating a priest who placed an aborted fetus on his altar and posted a video of it on two social media sites.
Ex-Priest Arrested For Killing Of Texas Schoolteacher In 1960
A former priest has been arrested in Arizona in the 1960 slaying of a 25-year-old Texas schoolteacher.
Estimated 3,000 People Gathered To Watch Pope Live Stream
The pope's final Mass on his U.S. visit was live-streamed from Philadelphia.
Dallas Bishop Among Crowds On Historic Day Of 4 Popes
Bishop Kevin Farrell of the Catholic Diocese of Dallas was among an estimated 800,000 people who watched as two 20th-century popes were elevated to sainthood Sunday morning.
Mass Of Ordination For New Fort Worth Bishop
The Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth prepared the Fort Worth Convention Center to receive up to 15,000 people, all attending the ordination of its new bishop, Michael Olson.
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Experimental research, advanced prosthetics restore a sense of touch
Strides in prosthetic technology allow amputees and those with brain-controlled robotic limbs to feel a sense of touch using advanced prosthetic technology. Scott Pelley reports on breakthrough advances.
Couple still haunted by eBay stalking scandal
Ina and David Steiner were stalked and harassed in a campaign by eBay employees. They shared their story with 60 Minutes.
2 tigers recovered in Georgia zoo after enclosures breached by tornado
"Both have now been found, tranquilized, and safely returned to a secure enclosure," the zoo said.
Warner says White House supports bill targeting TikTok
Sen. Mark Warner said on "Face the Nation" that the White House supports his bipartisan bill that seeks to give Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo the power to ban or force the sale of TikTok.
Critical Missing 7-year-old Dallas boy found safe
Dallas police say Isaias Daniel Vasquez has been found and is safe
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Police issue Endangered Missing alert for 6-year-old boy from North Texas
Everman police say the missing 6-year-old Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez has several physical and developmental challenges. His mother Cindy Rodriguez-Singh is not cooperating with their investigation.
Experimental research, advanced prosthetics restore a sense of touch
Strides in prosthetic technology allow amputees and those with brain-controlled robotic limbs to feel a sense of touch using advanced prosthetic technology. Scott Pelley reports on breakthrough advances.
Couple still haunted by eBay stalking scandal
Ina and David Steiner were stalked and harassed in a campaign by eBay employees. They shared their story with 60 Minutes.
2 tigers recovered in Georgia zoo after enclosures breached by tornado
"Both have now been found, tranquilized, and safely returned to a secure enclosure," the zoo said.
Warner says White House supports bill targeting TikTok
Sen. Mark Warner said on "Face the Nation" that the White House supports his bipartisan bill that seeks to give Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo the power to ban or force the sale of TikTok.
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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.
Sleep apnea patients left frustrated & waiting as massive Philips CPAP recall drags on
"You are afraid to go to sleep because if you go to sleep without it, you might die. But if you go to sleep with it, it might kill you down the road," Janet Gray said.
Texas emergency rooms becoming front lines in the youth mental health crisis
Part of the solution: How an Oak Cliff school leads the way in use of research-based mental health tools for students.
I-Team: Handcuffed and restrained in hallways
According to a CBS Analysis, the I-Team has learned, in three school years (2018-19, 2019-20, 2020-21), school personnel, or police, restrained Texas children with disabilities at least 83,416 times.
Federal program that helps millions pay for internet access is plagued with fraud and complaints
A federal program that helps millions of low-income families connect to the internet has been plagued with fraud and complaints, according to government records.
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Warner says White House supports bill targeting TikTok
Sen. Mark Warner said on "Face the Nation" that the White House supports his bipartisan bill that seeks to give Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo the power to ban or force the sale of TikTok.
Biden issues emergency declaration for Mississippi after tornado kills dozens
"How anybody survived is unknown by me," said Rodney Porter, who lives 20 miles south of Rolling Fork, Mississippi, which was devastated by the tornado.
Mitch McConnell back home after completing physical therapy for concussion
Earlier this month, the senator from Kentucky tripped and fell while attending a private dinner at a Washington, D.C., hotel.
Trump rallying supporters in Waco ahead of possible charges
A defiant Donald Trump is holding the first rally of his 2024 campaign in Waco, Texas, as he faces the prospect of a possible indictment.
TX Rep. Ken King on his school safety proposal
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink spoke with Republican State Rep. Ken King about the school safety legislation he co-authored.
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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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Biweekly fresh produce drive opens at West Dallas Multipurpose Center
A new effort in West Dallas aims to help make sure all residents are able to access fresh and healthy food.
Whole Woman's Health opens New Mexico clinic after closing Texas locations
Almost exactly nine months after closing their Texas locations, Whole Woman's Health (WWH) has opened a brand-new clinic in New Mexico.
Death toll climbs in outbreak linked to recalled eye drops
The CDC says three people have died, eight have lost their vision and four had an eyeball removed.
What are the worst cities to live in if you have allergies?
A new Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America report identified the worst cities to live in if you have allergies.
Affordable Care Act has reduced disparities in health care, report says
Since its passage in 2010, the Affordable Care Act, or ACA, has helped cut the U.S. uninsured rate nearly in half, a new report says.
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Survey: Business economists push back US recession forecasts
A majority of the nation's business economists expect a U.S. recession to begin later this year than they had previously forecast, after a series of reports have pointed to a surprisingly resilient economy despite steadily higher interest rates.
Record numbers of tourists brought billions in business to Fort Worth in 2022
At their annual meeting, Visit Fort Worth touted that the city saw a record number of tourists in 2022.
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?
The last surviving Blockbuster has an ad timed for the Super Bowl
When you're the last lone surviving store in any industry, you've earned the right to have fun and hype it up.
Biden, López Obrador, Trudeau meet in Mexico City for summit
President Joe Biden, Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are set to meet for a series of talks on migration, trade and climate change.
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NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Elite 8 this weekend.
Texas blows out Xavier 83-71 for spot in NCAA Elite Eight
Tyrese Hunter scored 19 points and second-seeded Texas rolled to an 83-71 victory over third-seeded Xavier to reach the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 15 years.
Undermanned Hornets beat Doncic, Irving and Mavs 117-109
P.J. Washington Jr. scored 28 points and Gordon Hayward added 25 as the undermanned Charlotte Hornets built a 21-point lead and held on to beat the Dallas Mavericks 117-109 on Friday night.
Miami beats No. 1 seed Houston; all four top NCAA seeds out
Knocking No. 1 seed Houston out of the NCAA Tournament made Jim Larrañaga feel like dancing.
Houston Cougars' Marcus Sasser: From Red Oak HS to another Final Four run?
It's his one piece of unfinished business before embarking on a career in the NBA.
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Actor Jonathan Majors arrested on domestic violence charges in New York City
Majors' criminal defense lawyer said he is "completely innocent and provably the victim of an altercation with a woman he knows."
Composer Nicholas Lloyd Webber, son of Andrew Lloyd Webber, dies at 43
"We are all totally bereft," Webber said in a statement.
New details revealed about 50th anniversary celebration "The Young and the Restless"
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
Lance Reddick's wife, Stephanie Reddick, posts tribute to late actor
Stephanie Reddick also thanked her late husband's many fans, especially those who knew him from the "Destiny" video game series.
Lance Reddick, actor in "The Wire" and "John Wick" movies, dies at age 60
The actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
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Mostly dry and warm tomorrow, but small chance of rain for some
The real story comes Thursday, when another storm system brings severe chances yet again.
Police issue Endangered Missing alert for 6-year-old boy from North Texas
Everman police say the missing 6-year-old Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez has several physical and developmental challenges. His mother Cindy Rodriguez-Singh is not cooperating with their investigation. Read more: https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/endangered-missing-alert-for-6-year-old-boy/
Endangered Missing alert issued for missing Everman 6-year-old
Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez has been upgraded from an Amber Alert to an Endangered Missing Person Alert after police discovered his mother has fled the country without him.
Trump supporters at Waco rally not concerned about potential criminal charges
Supporters of the former president are steadfast in their loyalty to Trump.
Rain could return to North Texas early this week
It will be warm tomorrow, but it may not last that long.
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Hail, ominous storm clouds seen across North Texas
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International Women's Day: Celebrating the ones who raised, shaped & taught us
Want to share your appreciation for an important woman in your life? Send a photo of them through our website, along with their name and why you're celebrating them today!
Aftermath of severe storms across North Texas
Many North Texans are recovering after severe storms rolled through Thursday evening.
Cupid visits little sweethearts in NICU
Where there is love, there is life and Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth says it's overflowing with bundles of love. Happy Valentine's Day!
Winter weather in North Texas: Beautiful ice photos
Despite the chaos caused when freezing rain falls in North Texas, the silent and stunning beauty of ice is something to admire.
