DFW organizations partner to remove financial barrier between teens and prom
Prom season has arrived in North Texas, but with the glitz and the glam comes a hefty price tag.
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Prom season has arrived in North Texas, but with the glitz and the glam comes a hefty price tag.
EPIC City is a planned community that could be built on 400 acres near Josephine between Collin and Hunt counties. Its website describes it as "a community aimed at serving the needs of the Muslim community" and includes 1,000 homes, a K-12 faith-based school, a mosque, apartments, shops, and even a community college.
The attorney accused Gov. Greg Abbott of spreading lies about the project at a press conference on Thursday.
According to Collin County court records, Tashman admitted guilt nearly five months ago.
Nelson said earlier this year, she started noticing things that would concern her when her daughter would arrive home from school.
Monday's meeting comes after the state launched five different investigations into EPIC City, as well as East Plano Islamic Center.
Supporters of the project say the opposition is rooted in long-standing stereotypes and misunderstandings about the Muslim community.
The development is organized by the East Plano Islamic Center.
The man was charged with capital murder of multiple persons and is being held on a $1.5 million bond.
As Texas' measles outbreak grows, many North Texas doctors fear this is just the beginning, thanks to the increased vaccine hesitancy.
Tyler Wakefield, 27, was sentenced to 15 years in prison after a Collin County judge heard "chilling" testimony of his escalating attacks on women.
Another retailer is relocating its headquarters to Plano.
Thousands of North Texas residents are without power Tuesday morning, with Dallas County reporting the most outages.
"Anna ISD has confirmed there are no verified school fundraisers currently taking place," police said.
Quail eggs are small. They pack more protein than chicken eggs. Can they replace chicken eggs in the kitchen?
"One act of kindness can go a long way because you never know what someone's experiencing."
Robert Johnson III was shot and captured by police in Houston on Tuesday morning.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said the Texas Department of Public Safety is assisting federal authorities.
A total of 31 firefighters from multiple departments responded to the scene, extinguishing the fire in approximately 15 minutes.
The 76-year-old suspect served as a substitute bus driver in the district from December 2023 until May 2024, officials said.
The sentencing came more than two years after her arrest.
Police said the chase "peaked" when the suspect exited the highway at Ridgeview Drive in Allen.
Oak Lawn United Methodist Church in Dallas is one of the warming shelters opening its doors to provide warmth and safety to those in need.
With all the growth Prosper experienced this year, the school district made changes to several bus stops.
"The events are not a mismanagement of business, but an intentional act to deceive and deprive," an investigator said.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
The families of four children who died by suicide allege that using social media led to depression, anxiety and other mental health problems.
Romo was arrested in Wisconsin last week, accused of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
The lawsuit accuses the district of gross negligence and claims that it allowed Paul Campbell to continue working despite "warnings of his behavior."
Most of North Texas will remain dry as these storms likely fall apart as the front moves south, but there is a low risk of a strong-to-severe storm overnight.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
The families of four children who died by suicide allege that using social media led to depression, anxiety and other mental health problems.
Romo was arrested in Wisconsin last week, accused of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
The lawsuit accuses the district of gross negligence and claims that it allowed Paul Campbell to continue working despite "warnings of his behavior."
Most of North Texas will remain dry as these storms likely fall apart as the front moves south, but there is a low risk of a strong-to-severe storm overnight.
A phone call from jail raised further suspicions that Carney targeted other girls.
More than 40 years after helping catch an ice cream truck driver who exposed himself to her, an Oklahoma woman testified against him in a Texas trial, helping secure a life sentence.
In 1991, a Plano girl was kidnapped and sexually assaulted. The same thing happened 8 years later in Dallas. Investigators found the same DNA on both victims.
Ashley Keith sat down with CBS News Texas for an exclusive interview, her first ever about her 1991 kidnapping.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Democratic Texas state Rep. Ramon Romero Jr. of Fort Worth speaks with Jack Dink about immigration policy, including Republican efforts to end birthright citizenship for so-called "birth tourists," or people who come to the U.S. in order to give birth. They also discussed data centers and the midterm elections.
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick spoke with Jack Fink at a Republican event in Sherman about the upcoming midterm elections and his proposals for property tax relief, among other topics.
Republican Rep. Brandon Gill of Flower Mound speaks with Jack Fink about his proposal to revoke birthright citizenship for children whose parents enter the U.S. illegally for the purpose of giving birth.
CBS News has learned that four of the nation's largest Latino civic organizations are joining forces for the first time, combining their voter outreach operations ahead of the crucial 2026 midterms.
The Trump administration on Thursday reiterated its view that China's alleged efforts to collect millions of American voter registration files constituted election interference.
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.
Telehealth platform disclosed users' "most private" health info and locked consumers into subscriptions, regulators allege.
The illness may take up to 14 days to incubate.
Dangerous heat is sending more people to the ER. Here's where North Texas outdoor workers can get free hydration kits.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
Mayor Jim Ross said hotel revenue in the city was a record $31 million in June, smashing the previous mark of $23 million.
Cuban alleges Patrick Dumont has engaged in "adversarial business practices."
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
Romo was arrested in Wisconsin last week, accused of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
The pressure is rising on FIFA President Gianni Infantino to ditch a $20 billion privatization plan, but soccer's governing body is doubling down and criticizing the media.
Allisha Gray scored five of her 25 points in the closing seconds and the Atlanta Dream overcame a 15-point deficit to beat the Dallas Wings 82-81 on Wednesday night in the first game for both teams since the All-Star break.
Yandy Diaz and Ryan Vilade homered in the first inning and five pitchers combined for a four-hitter as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Texas Rangers 3-0.
Spikes Under the Lights organizers announced the matchups Tuesday for the Aug. 27 event at the home of the Dallas Cowboys.
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
Four women say Hollywood star Jared Leto committed sexual crimes against them when they were teenagers, in interviews with the BBC.
Actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, recall how they helped each other as they fought Stage 4 cancer side by side.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Kaylee Hottle, an Atlanta-born actress known for her role in the "Godzilla" film franchise, has died following a crash in Maryland.
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.
