Texas Republicans in Congress back Abbott's request to reimburse money spent to secure border
"The federal government has been derelict in its duty because immigration people say it's a federal issue."
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"The federal government has been derelict in its duty because immigration people say it's a federal issue."
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Incoming President Donald Trump will be inaugurated Monday. He has promised to crackdown on illegal immigration on his first day of his second term.
The speaker assigns committee chairmanships and can push for a bill's passage or kill it.
Over the next 140 days, lawmakers will have to develop and approve their spending blueprint.
Schools, property tax, and border security are on the agenda for the 89th legislative session; and a fight has been brewing over who will lead the Texas House. Two Republicans are the leading candidates for Speaker: David Cook of Mansfield and Dustin Burrows of Lubbock.
The 89th session of the Texas Legislature begins Tuesday and as part of passing a budget, lawmakers will consider what to do with the projected $20 billion surplus.
The 89th session of the Texas Legislature begins Tuesday. As part of passing a budget, lawmakers will consider what to do with the projected $20 billion surplus. There could be political fireworks as legislators are set to elect a Speaker in the ongoing battle between two Republicans that has now become a statewide campaign. (Original air date: January 12, 2025.)
Jasper Scherer, Politics Reporter at the Texas Tribune and Brad Johnson, Senior Reporter at The Texan speak with Jack Fink on the issues that Texas will be facing in 2025.
Jack Fink hosts a special edition of Eye On Politics and spoke with two political reporters based at the Texas Capitol: Jasper Scherer, Politics Reporter at the Texas Tribune and Brad Johnson, Senior Reporter at The Texan. (Original air date: January 5, 2025.)
Eye on Politics reporter Jack Fink speaks to Jasper Scherer, Politics Reporter at the Texas Tribune and Brad Johnson, Senior Reporter at The Texan about the big issues that will be up for discussion in the upcoming Texas legislative session.
Carter is the last Democratic nominee to win the state of Texas in the general election.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Veteran U.S. Representative Kay Granger received praise for her record in Congress, but also some criticism over how she disclosed her health challenges during the past year. There's a pressure campaign among Texas House Republicans in the ongoing race between Representative David Cook and Dustin Burrows for Speaker. Jack Fink covers these stories in the latest episode of Eye On Politics. (Original air date: December 29, 2024)
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Ken Molestina fills in for Jack Fink this week as Texas outlines another strategy to handle security on the southern border. Collin County Elections Administrator Bruce Sherbet recently announced he's retiring and reflects on his time in the role in a conversation with Jack. Jack also spoke to Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney about the city's growth and new developments. (Original air date: December 22, 2024.)
It's the time for transitions across Texas as leadership changes take effect before the new term.
Starting January 20th, Republicans will have the trifecta in the nation's capital. Jack speaks with Senator Ted Cruz, Congressman-elect Brandon Gill and Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson in this episode of Eye on Politics.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Republican Representative David Spiller of Jacksboro and Democratic Senator Roland Gutierrez of San Antonio weigh-in on President-elect Donald Trump's mass deportation plan. Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller discusses a new agreement between the state and Mexico over badly needed water in the Rio Grande Valley. State Representative Jared Patterson discusses his newly filed bill to keep Texas children off social media. (Original air date: November 24, 2024.)
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
The European Union Ambassador to the United States said the Lone Star State could get a boost from increased exports of liquified natural gas to Europe.
The last time a Republican president won by this much in Texas was in 2004, when George W. Bush won reelection.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Barbies, cowgirl hats, and handwritten notes surround the cross placed after her death.
Since early 2026, a bipartisan coalition of local residents in the Big Bend region has banded together to fight against a border wall in the area.
The five-time national champion will put the crown aside to be a fan of the Japanese soccer team, which is coming to Arlington for the World Cup.
Russ Medeiros says he was struck mid‑walk while campaigning in the June 13 runoff against Jarrett "Doc" Armstrong.
A pit bull named Jake put a group of Fort Worth firefighters to the test.
Barbies, cowgirl hats, and handwritten notes surround the cross placed after her death.
Since early 2026, a bipartisan coalition of local residents in the Big Bend region has banded together to fight against a border wall in the area.
Voters who participated in the March primary election may only vote in that same party's primary runoff for the remainder of the election cycle, officials say.
The five-time national champion will put the crown aside to be a fan of the Japanese soccer team, which is coming to Arlington for the World Cup.
Russ Medeiros says he was struck mid‑walk while campaigning in the June 13 runoff against Jarrett "Doc" Armstrong.
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
State records show regulators ordered the removal of a plastic gas pipe installed in the early 1970s after it was linked to multiple explosions and deaths in North Texas.
The president's timing came as a surprise to some people because he made the announcement on the second day of early voting and one week before election day.
President Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Tuesday in the Texas Senate race, seeking to bring to an end a costly contest just a week ahead of the scheduled runoff.
Survivors say they'd asked for more medical support before the Iranian drone strike that killed six U.S. soldiers at their command post in Kuwait in the war's first 24 hours.
The Trump administration is doubling down on efforts to resettle White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees, proposing to increase the government's refugee cap to welcome thousands more of them, according to a plan obtained by CBS News.
Massie said the president is worried about his preferred candidate Ed Gallrein's chances in the Kentucky race.
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.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
The cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has docked at the Dutch port of Rotterdam for disinfection, wrapping up a troubled journey that put world health authorities on alert.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
A Texas couple is filing a lawsuit accusing the AI company of guiding their teenage son in using drugs, resulting in a fatal overdose.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Expensive tickets, trouble getting visas and anti-American sentiment may all be contributing to underwhelming demand.
Herring said that in the year before tariffs, used car sales were just under half of his business at his dealership in Irving; Now, they are nearly 75 percent.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Weiser said "the last few years has required a heavy financial lift to continue operating."
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
The five-time national champion will put the crown aside to be a fan of the Japanese soccer team, which is coming to Arlington for the World Cup.
Court records show Rice failed a drug test, violating his probation from a 2025 plea agreement.
The Rockies scored two in the third when Karros hit a grounder to third baseman Jung for a two-out error.
Top draft pick Azzi Fudd scored a season-high 12 points off the bench and Paige Bueckers added 18 points and seven assists.
As North Texas gears up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, fans are already asking what game day traditions will look like in Arlington. Officials say tailgating will be allowed — but it may feel different from a typical Cowboys game day.
"Survivor" 48 and 50 contestant Joe Hunter believes his sister Joanna, whose death was ruled a suicide, was murdered. He and their mother are working to be Joanna's voice and advocate for others who have experienced domestic violence.
Pop singer accuses electronics manufacturer Samsung of using a copyrighted image of her face to sell TVs.
"The question is what do they get themselves into that requires a visit to the mayor's office? I don't know, but I would love to," said Mattie Parker in an interview with CBS News Texas.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year on one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.
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.
