Safety Technology That Helped NASCAR Driver Ryan Newman Survive Major Crash Protects Us, Too
Passenger car "safety cells" have gotten a lot better says automotive engineer Neil Hannemann.
Passenger car "safety cells" have gotten a lot better says automotive engineer Neil Hannemann.
Ryan Newman was released from a Florida hospital on Wednesday, two days after his frightening crash on the final lap of the Daytona 500.
The Vice President and General Manager of Texas Motor Speedway Eddie Gossage said, "That's breathtaking. It really is a scary, scary moment and you hope and pray that Ryan is OK."
J.D. Gibbs died last month following a long battle with a degenerative neurological disease and Denny Hamlin dedicated this NASCAR season to Gibbs' memory.
The first leg of the 'Danica Double' was a bust after Danica Patrick crashed out of the Daytona 500. But she still has the Indianapolis 500 ahead of her in May.
Danica Patrick's final NASCAR race captured her career to perfection. She had photojournalists embedded with her, social media buzzing, and a crumpled car towed to the garage.
The No. 3 is No. 1 again at Daytona, on a day, in a race and at a place forever linked with the great Dale Earnhardt.
GoDaddy has a new ad that will air during the Daytona 500, showcasing the growth of Danica Patrick and the company that helped make her one of the most famous female athletes ever.
Danica Patrick has secured the money needed to race in both the Daytona 500 and the Indianapolis 500. GoDaddy has reunited with Patrick for the final two races of her career.
Kurt Busch used a last-lap pass to win the crash-filled Daytona 500 on Sunday in the opening race of Monster Energy's new role as title sponsor of NASCAR's top series
Busch used a last-lap pass to win the crash-filled Daytona 500 on Sunday in the opening race of Monster Energy's new role as title sponsor of NASCAR's top series.
Four-time NASCAR champion Jeff Gordon will drive the honorary pace car for the Daytona 500 on Sunday. Gordon will lead the field to green behind the wheel of a 2017 Camaro ZL1.
Authorities say a man suspected of killing his uncle during a land dispute in Texas was arrested after coming to Florida to attend NASCAR races at Daytona International Speedway.
Chase Elliott nipped Dale Earnhardt Jr. on the final qualifying lap to win his second straight pole for the Daytona 500.
Waltrip is a two-time Daytona 500 winner, and the Feb. 26 race will mark his 30th career start in "The Great American Race."
Owen Wilson is set to lend his voice to one of racing's biggest events, this time as the grand marshal for the Daytona 500.
After missing the final 18 races of last season because of a concussion, NASCAR star Dale Earnhardt Jr. has been medically cleared to return next year. He is set to take part in the season-opening Daytona 500.
The Daytona 500 had been held on Presidents Day weekend from 1968 to 2011. But NASCAR officials tweaked the date beginning in 2012, anticipating changes to the NFL schedule.
Hamlin raced to his first Daytona 500 victory Sunday, the first for Toyota, and the first in 23 years for Joe Gibbs Racing.
Kyle Busch won the second qualifying race Thursday night for the Daytona 500, but several contenders wrecked their prized cars in a last-lap accident.
Stewart is sidelined for the start of his final NASCAR season with a fractured vertebra. He was hurt riding an all-terrain vehicle.
Kyle Busch has undergone surgery on his left foot, broken in a hard crash at Daytona International Speedway.
Joey Logano had a shot to win the NASCAR championship last year. A flawed late pit stop cost him the chance, and he went into the offseason determined to get back into contention.
The final practice before the Daytona 500 qualifying races was free of chaos. Of course, only five cars turned laps during the 1-hour, 25-minute practice session Thursday.
Purdy will drive the new Toyota Camry that was redesigned for 2015. She won her medal in snowboarding in 2014 at the Sochi Paralympics.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
A tornado watch is in effect until 7 a.m. for all of North Texas.
If you're not prepared with your batteries and other storm essentials yet, now is a good time to stock up.
Flood Watch is in effect through tomorrow.
The child was last seen about 1 p.m. Saturday.
A tornado watch is in effect until 7 a.m. for all of North Texas.
The National Weather Service confirms multiple tornadoes touched down in at least three counties Friday, including three in Navarro County.
The Dallas Cowboys made eight picks this year.
The child was last seen about 1 p.m. Saturday.
Students said this was about showing solidarity and not wanting the university to be associated with Israel's fight.
A scammer a North Texas woman met on Instagram claimed to be a German cardiologist, and for months, the two messaged back and forth, building what she thought was a true relationship.
They found him guilty – now four jurors are explaining how they were convinced to convict Dr. Raynaldo Ortiz.
Texas police departments have the discretion to determine the frequency and extent of additional driving training for their officers. While some require driving training yearly or every other year, others do not.
Some departments opt to melt the firearms down, while others choose to crush them. However, there are instances where firearms, or at least parts of them, escape destruction altogether.
Several police departments told the CBS News Texas I-Team they were unaware of this practice, even though it was stated in the contracts they signed with the company, Gulf Coast GunBusters.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Dozens of people were arrested at the University of Texas at Austin during protests over the Israel-Hamas war and state lawmakers are divided on the university's response.
Senator Ted Cruz explains why he voted against a bill to give funds to Israel and discusses his opinion on protests happening on college campuses across the U.S.
Democratic Congressman and Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate, Colin Allred, discusses his plans moving forward in his campaign for Texas Senate against incumbent Ted Cruz.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem — a potential running mate for presumptive Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump — is getting attention again.
Self-driving 18-wheelers have longtime truckers worried about their livelihood and others concerned that the technology needs more testing to make sure the public is safe.
McDonald's concept restaurant CosMc's has taken its drink-focused menu to Dallas for its second-ever location.
With the country on the cusp of greeting the return of spring, a warm-weather treat is once again available for free for a limited time only.
Kelli and Michael Regan were looking for a new dog. The breeder they found online asked them to pay with gift cards.
Target, looking for ways to add sales, is relaunching its Target Circle loyalty program including a new paid membership with unlimited free same-day delivery in as little as an hour for orders over $35.
The White House had been due to decide on the menthol cigarette rule in March.
The CDC estimates the U.S. could reach 300 measles cases in 2024 — more than the recent peak two years ago.
Organic option is best when buying certain produce, especially blueberries, nonprofit group says in analysis of chemical residues.
The $872 million most likely excludes any amount UnitedHealth may have paid to hackers in ransom.
More than 20 people have been stricken after getting fake or mishandled injections in homes and spas, feds warn.
Within hours of the vote, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced it would sue to block the ban. Dallas employment attorney Rogge Dunn predicts employees will ultimately win this battle.
The closure affects both Dom's locations in Chicago, and all 33 Foxtrot stores in Chicago, Texas, and the Washington D.C. area.
Texas law SB 14 prohibits drug and surgical "gender transition" interventions for minors.
The projects are expected to create at least 17,000 construction jobs and 4,500 manufacturing jobs.
After more than 40 years in business, 99 Cents Only Stores, a discount chain, announced on Thursday that it will close all 371 of its locations and cease operations.
Here's a look at who the 'Boys have drafted so far.
With the departure of Tyron Smith, Guyton has massive shoes to fill at left tackle. The starting job will not be given to him, but Jones did not draft him to watch him sit on the bench.
The Dallas Cowboys made eight picks this year.
An unprecedented six of the first 12 picks were quarterbacks, an NFL Draft record.
Straight out of the 2024 Big Green NFL Draft Scouting Notebook, here's who the Cowboys won't draft this year, but should.
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges has been overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Taylor Swift fans have found a way to feel "a little bit closer to" their hero at a London watering hole, and The Black Dog pub is lapping it up.
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Foreigner, A Tribe Called Quest, Kool & The Gang, Ozzy Osbourne, Dave Matthews Band and Peter Frampton have been named to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Taylor Swift broke her own records, Spotify said, and now owns the record for the top three most-streamed albums in a single day.
The singer was found deceased at her home, a representative said.
Dozens of people were arrested at the University of Texas at Austin during protests over the Israel-Hamas war and state lawmakers are divided on the university's response.
More severe storms are expected to hit North Texas overnight and into the afternoon Sunday.
A field of North Texas golfers are taking a swing at being part of next month's PGA Championship.
Senator Ted Cruz explains why he voted against a bill to give funds to Israel and discusses his opinion on protests happening on college campuses across the U.S.
Democratic Congressman and Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate, Colin Allred, discusses his plans moving forward in his campaign for Texas Senate against incumbent Ted Cruz.
Dallas artist Roberto Marquez traveled to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt, the U.S. capital and will attend this weekend's statewide protest in Austin.
On Friday, hundreds of thousands of fans gathered outside and all around Globe Life Field in Arlington to celebrate the Texas Rangers historical World Series win!
Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at several Texas Health hospitals were dressed in creative costumes for Halloween.
Is that the smell of cotton candy, beignets and brisket wafting over Fair Park? It sure is, and we are here for it!
No one puts these dolls back in their boxes. Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth are pretty in pink!