'We're Very Hopeful About Next Year': Dallas Family To Start Rebuilding More Than 1 Year After Tornado
On Christmas Day last year, the Singers' house near Preston and Royal in Dallas had just been declared a total loss.
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On Christmas Day last year, the Singers' house near Preston and Royal in Dallas had just been declared a total loss.
It's the night before Christmas, and though 2020 has been different, one thing has remained the same. Many spent the day checking final gifts off their shopping list.
This Christmas, more than 6,000 North Texas first responders will be served a hot barbecue meal. It's all thanks to the non-profit Feed A Hero and community donations.
It was set to be a Christmas to remember for all the wrong reasons. But when a Texas community found out about the theft, they donated hundreds more gifts.
The numbers show people in 75211, which covers Cockrell Hill and parts of Oak Cliff, are the most vulnerable to the virus.
The Kindness Warriors decided since no visitors are allowed into the senior living facilities this year, they would make sure every resident would get a gift of new pajamas.
Nurses at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas brought the spirit of Christmas in a big way to tiny patients this week, delivering gifts and taking "baby's first holiday" portraits for families.
Cedar Hill is working during the holiday week, as the Longhorns face Tomball Memorial in Waco on Saturday.
Johnson found a way to still do a good deed this holiday season at the Scottish Rite Hospital for Children in Dallas - even though he had to cancel his annual toy drive.
This has been an unusual year for us all, but 2020 can't stop the nurses in the neonatal intensive care unit at Methodist Dallas Medical Center from giving their tiny Santas a special first Christmas.
A paraglider dressed as Santa Claus was rescued after being caught in power lines in Rio Linda, California on Sunday.
Hundreds of North Texas cats and dogs are receiving the best Christmas gift this year -- a new home!
This week's Living Room Sports takes a look back at the '85 Cowboys' Christmas album, which was an idea by quarterback Danny White and four-time Grammy award-winning producer and songwriter Chris Christian.
With Christmas approaching, a day when many typically hold large programs, a church in Fort Worth is getting creative to celebrate virtually.
They spent about a month putting together a giant Nintendo game display, complete with a letter from Santa asking for Super Mario 3.
Families started laying wreaths Wednesday on thousands of graves at DFW National Cemetery.
It's not unusual for some families to celebrate Christmas on a day other than December 25. To make sure holiday spirits aren't dampened, one Texas mom is making sure kids in those houses get the memo that Santa Claus has special delivery dates for their Christmas.
The top health official in Austin warned Tuesday, Dec. 15, that Christmas and New Year's are likely to be grim as the coronavirus continues its aggressive surge in Central Texas.
Today -- Dec. 15 is the deadline for USPS retail ground service for expected delivery by Christmas.
A new tool, funded in part by the National Institutions of Health, can help people make decisions about their plans this year.
"I don't want anything for Christmas, but I would like to ask you if you can do me a favor: Can you please find a cure for Covid-19 and give it to us to save the world." one child wrote.
The North Pole elves have dropped off Santa's Mailbox at Irving City Hall, 825 W. Irving Blvd., for children to send their holiday letters to Santa Claus.
Santa is prepared for his first Christmas during a pandemic and one North Texas retailer is taking steps to make sure a holiday tradition continues in a safe way.
Proceeds from the virtual visits are going to Children's Health to advance medical research on pediatric illnesses and enhance patient care.
For years, Jim Beckham's light shows brought joy to his Plano neighbors, but after his 2018 season, he decided to retire because the work was getting hard on his body.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
"It was actually Halloween weekend 1987," said Laura Burns.
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.
GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky returned to Capitol Hill on Monday for the first time in three months, ending a prolonged absence that sparked widespread speculation about his health.
Show off your home BBQ setup for a chance to win tickets to BBQ Homecoming 2026 in Grand Prairie and other prizes.
"It was actually Halloween weekend 1987," said Laura Burns.
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.
GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky returned to Capitol Hill on Monday for the first time in three months, ending a prolonged absence that sparked widespread speculation about his health.
Show off your home BBQ setup for a chance to win tickets to BBQ Homecoming 2026 in Grand Prairie and other prizes.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
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.
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.
GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky returned to Capitol Hill on Monday for the first time in three months, ending a prolonged absence that sparked widespread speculation about his health.
Both conservative and liberal voices expressed alarm over the post, which showed a photo of UT Austin students at a recent football game.
Ken Paxton and James Talarico are in a tight battle in the Texas Senate Race that is drawing attention nationwide. Eye on Politics Reporter Jack Fink chats with CBS Politics Reporter Ed O'Keefe about the race.
A U.S. enforcement push, dubbed "Heartland fraud surge," probed losses involving the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan program.
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.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
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 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.
Jaxson Dart connected with Isaiah Likely for two touchdowns and Devin Singletary on another, and the Giants opened the season with a 28-20 win over the Cowboys on Sunday night.
Corey Seager homered for the fourth time in seven games and the Rangers won their first road series in two months with a 7-6 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Fans are hoping for a better season after missing the playoffs last season.
Germany's Alexander Zverev won his second Grand Slam after finally taking home his first major title earlier this year at the French Open.
Despite the final score, this one wasn't easy; the Americans faced their biggest deficit in the tournament in a long time.
The Metro Nashville Airport Authority board voted 6-0 on Friday to begin the process of changing the name and said a final name has not been chosen.
Stella Parton gives insight into her sister Dolly Parton's marriage, makeup habits and views on death in an exclusive CBS News interview.
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 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.
