The shifting Electoral College map in the presidential race between Harris, Trump
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
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Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Walz's selection may have surprised some people because he is not from a key battleground state.
Congressman Marc Veasey tells Jack Fink what he thinks Vice President Harris and Tim Walz bring to the presidential ticket.
Middle America won't react well to "the most radical ticket ever in American history," Representative Ellzey said.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
As Texas school children head back to school, Gov. Abbott talks about improving safety for students, teachers, and staff. Democratic Congressman Lloyd Doggett of Austin talks about his visit with President Biden after he called for the president to step aside. Republican North Texas Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne talks about the presidential race and the annual job fair she says is attracting 500 employers with high-paying jobs. Political reporter Jack Fink covers these stories and more in the latest episode of Eye on Politics (original air date: August 4).
Biden called for a Constitutional Amendment eliminating immunity for crimes a former president committed in office.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Not all of them vowed to immediately endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the new Democratic nominee.
News of President Biden's withdrawal from the election wasn't necessarily a surprise.
After the successful MLB All-Star Game, Jack Fink asked the Arlington Mayor what the biggest hurdle is for the city to score another Super Bowl.
Republican and former Texas Railroad Commissioner Michael Williams tells Jack Fink that former President Trump and JD Vance should connect Vice President Harris to President Biden's policies on border security and inflation.
Political reporter Jack Fink interviewed Democratic Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett of Dallas who said this week proved to be an emotional rollercoaster. "We're talking about an energy we've not seen," said Crockett about Vice President Kamala Harris.
What does VP Kamala Harris' sudden movement to the top of the ticket mean for Texas?
"Had the debate not occurred, none of this would be happening right now," Cruz said.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Jane Hamilton, the Director of Biden's 2020 Texas campaign, gave her full endorsement to Vice President Kamala Harris, adding she is excited about the nomination after Biden withdraws from race.
Just days after the assassination attempt against him, Donald Trump accepts the presidential nomination at the Republican National Convention. Fort Worth Mattie Parker sits down with CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink to discuss how Republicans can help cities. And Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson addresses the RNC months after he made national headlines when he switched from the Democratic to the Republican Party.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker says she's excited to hear the Republican platform includes a plank about keeping American cities clean and safe. Parker told political reporter Jack Fink, "If that's a platform they're going to take seriously...I would love to work with that administration to do that."
Calls for Biden to drop out of the presidential race continue. Jack Fink asks Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins where he stands on the topic.
Former President Donald Trump said he would only talk about his very public near-death experience once because it was too painful to tell. He thanked the Secret Service members who jumped on him to protect him and said God was on his side. Trump said while on the ground, he could see how concerned his supporters were, which led to a moment many of them have said they will never forget.
Gov. Abbott and two Texas Representatives also gave speeches on day 3 of the RNC.
Harris also announced a new national health and safety standard for new mothers.
Miller said the former President had more than luck on his side.
After the President's highly criticized performance during the June 27 debate, Congressman Lloyd Doggett, D-Austin, called on Mr. Biden to step aside, and he has repeated that.
Chris Young's journey to his college commencement could be a college course on resilience, redemption, righting his wrongs and the wrongs righted for him.
Mayor Kirk Watson said no motive has been identified and the shootings appear to be random.
The Mountain Home Air Force Base said in a social media post that it was locked down following an incident during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show.
Officers were called to a home along Emhouse Street around 2:30 a.m.
Ronda Rousey used her signature armbar to stop Gina Carano just 17 seconds into a comeback bout between the two MMA fighters.
While most of North Texas will remain dry for Sunday, expect things to change to start the work week.
Chris Young's journey to his college commencement could be a college course on resilience, redemption, righting his wrongs and the wrongs righted for him.
Mayor Kirk Watson said no motive has been identified and the shootings appear to be random.
The Mountain Home Air Force Base said in a social media post that it was locked down following an incident during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show.
Officers were called to a home along Emhouse Street around 2:30 a.m.
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.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
It's a clash of some of the Texas GOP's biggest titans, and only one of them will move on to run against Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico in the general election in November.
The U.S. Supreme Court set aside a ruling that blocked women from being able to get the pills in the mail after having a telehealth visit.
Incumbent GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, who had occasionally broken with the Trump administration, lost his bid for a third term.
Russia's Putin will travel to Beijing next week to meet China's Xi. The announcement came one day after President Trump returned from his own summit with the Chinese leader.
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.
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.
More than 100 people from a cruise ship dealing with an outbreak of the rare and deadly hantavirus are set to be disembarked.
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.
Ronda Rousey used her signature armbar to stop Gina Carano just 17 seconds into a comeback bout between the two MMA fighters.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."
Napoleon Solo hustled to first place at the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, coming out on top against 13 other horses.
The Preakness Stakes featured its biggest field in 15 years with 14 horses in the middle jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.
Minnesota closed out a tight fourth quarter with clutch execution on both ends, holding off a late Dallas push to secure its second win of the season.
"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.
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