Paper license plates are one step closer to being eliminated in Texas
A state bill that would eliminate paper license plates in Texas took a big step forward today, with the passage of House Bill 718.
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North Texas police band together to support elimination of paper license plates
More police are joining the fight to get rid of temporary license plates in Texas.
Paper is the problem: Grand Prairie police chief wants to permanently get rid of paper tags
The sale of fake license plates is a multi-million-dollar business in Texas. Now Grand Prairie's police chief is hoping to help change the law to permanently get rid of paper tags.
Paper is the problem: Grand Prairie police chief wants to permanently get rid of paper tags
The sale of fake license plates is a multi-million-dollar business in Texas. Now Grand Prairie's police chief is hoping to help change the law to permanently get rid of paper tags.
Police, lawmakers say the temporary license plate system is being abused
A single sheet of paper: that's all it takes to make a car and its occupants virtually untraceable to police and the public.
Medical examiner's office identifies victim found in Grand Prairie field as Kayla Kelley
The Tarrant County Medical Examiner's Office has identified the victim found in a Grand Prairie field on Jan. 18 as Kayla Kelley.
Grand Prairie police host annual Santa Cop event
The event helps families in need and brings the community together.
'Hardworking and loyal,' mourners describe Grand Prairie Officer Brandon Tsai
Hundreds of North Texas police officers came together Monday to honor the life of one of their brothers in blue who was killed in the line of duty.
Grand Prairie community remembers fallen officer Brandon Tsai
Hundreds of lights illuminated outside the Grand Prairie Police Department Friday night, where a vigil was held for officer Brandon Tsai.
Man arrested, charged in death of Grand Prairie police officer
Grand Prairie police have arrested and charged 22-year-old Colbie Hoffman in the death of Grand Prairie Police Officer Brandon Tsai.
Man arrested, charged in death of Grand Prairie police officer
Grand Prairie police have arrested and charged 22-year-old Colbie Hoffman in the death of Grand Prairie Police Officer Brandon Tsai.
Grand Prairie police officer's death reignites temporary license plate controversy
Officer Brandon Tsai's death is reigniting the controversy over temporary paper license plates, as police say he was attempting to stop a vehicle with a fraudulent tag.
Police searching for suspect after 2 men shot at Yello Belly Drag Strip
Dallas County Sheriff's Department deputies are searching for a man who shot two people at Yello Belly Drag Strip.
2 Killed In Crash On Highway 287 In Grand Prairie; Speed A Factor Police Say
It happened around noon on Highway 287 southbound between SH 360 and Prairie Ridge.
Grand Prairie Police Investigating Fatal Wrong Way Crash
Grand Prairie police are investigating a fatal car accident that happened in the early morning hours of Feb. 18 on eastbound Interstate 30 near Belt Line Road.
Grand Prairie Man Arrested For Allegedly Losing Deadly 6-Foot Cobra Last Year
The infamous Grand Prairie cobra still hasn't been found, but a man was arrested on Feb. 11 for allegedly losing the deadly snake last August.
Teen Reported Missing In Grand Prairie Thursday Found Safe
Police did not share any other details other than she was not injured.
14-Year-Old Girl Reported Missing In Grand Prairie
Destani Texada was last seen walking away from a home in the 900 block of Pangburn Street, near Great Southwest and Jefferson Blvd, Grand Prairie Police said.
Homeowner Shoots, Kills Neighbor Who Forced Way In, Grand Prairie Police Say
Police said it happened in the 2800 block of North Highway 360 around 1:30 p.m. Thursday.
Family Of Suspected Shoplifter Shot And Killed Allegedly By Grand Prairie Pawn Shop Employee Satisfied With Murder Charge
Dorian Medina, 22, was a father of a newborn and lived down the street from Lone Star Pawn where he lost his life Wednesday afternoon.
22-Year Veteran Of Grand Prairie Police Department Dies From COVID-19 Complications
Officer Andy MacDonald served the Grand Prairie community since 1999, the police department said.
North Texas Police Divert Resources During Timberview High School Shooting Response To Investigate Online Threats
Police said a student from South Grand Prairie High School was arrested for threatening that campus.
Stolen Vehicle With Golden Retriever Recovered, Returned To Happy Owner In Grand Prairie
Grand Prairie officers were able to locate the owner and arrange for her to be immediately reunited with her dog, Riggins, which was uninjured.
Man Wanted For Allegedly Stabbing Former Girlfriend To Death In Grand Prairie
Police said Ricardo Nevarez-Suarez, 32, stabbed Idalis Carrero-Magobet, 25, multiple times on Wednesday, Sept 8, around 3:30 p.m.
Teen Killed In High-Speed Crash In Grand Prairie Friday Night
A 17-year-old was killed in a one-vehicle crash late Friday night on I-20 near Highway 161 in Grand Prairie. Four others were injured.
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Semien hit streak to 24, scores winning run as Rangers walk-off Cards 4-3
Nathaniel Lowe hit a game-ending RBI single with one out in the ninth inning and the AL West-leading Texas Rangers extended their winning streak to four games with a 4-3 win over the St. Louis Cardinals.
Texas sheriff's office files criminal case over transportation of migrants to Martha's Vineyard
The Bexar County Sheriff is recommending charges of unlawful restraint. It's now up the Bexar County District Attorney to decide whether those charges are warranted.
83-year-old man charged in Rowlett woman's murder
According to police, the suspect admitted to shooting the victim during a confrontation over her new relationship.
City of Dallas recovering after ransomware attack
Dallas officials say the process of restoring systems and services is more than 90% complete.
Neighbor describes witnessing deadly Sunnyvale shooting
Neighbors who live near the townhouse community called the crime shocking Monday afternoon.
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Semien hit streak to 24, scores winning run as Rangers walk-off Cards 4-3
Nathaniel Lowe hit a game-ending RBI single with one out in the ninth inning and the AL West-leading Texas Rangers extended their winning streak to four games with a 4-3 win over the St. Louis Cardinals.
Texas sheriff's office files criminal case over transportation of migrants to Martha's Vineyard
The Bexar County Sheriff is recommending charges of unlawful restraint. It's now up the Bexar County District Attorney to decide whether those charges are warranted.
83-year-old man charged in Rowlett woman's murder
According to police, the suspect admitted to shooting the victim during a confrontation over her new relationship.
City of Dallas recovering after ransomware attack
Dallas officials say the process of restoring systems and services is more than 90% complete.
Neighbor describes witnessing deadly Sunnyvale shooting
Neighbors who live near the townhouse community called the crime shocking Monday afternoon.
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Texas fails to pass bill improving financial protections for domestic violence survivors
Even after leaving an abusive relationship, many domestic violence survivors are strapped with debt caused by their abuser.
Are Texas schools safer a year after the Uvalde shooting?
In the past year since 19 students and two teachers were killed by a gunman at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, frustrations have mounted and pleas to lawmakers have grown.
Sex trafficking in Texas: "I foolishly thought if I did everything right, he wouldn't beat me again"
On any given night in Dallas, 400 girls are trafficked on the streets according to New Friends New Life, a North Texas human trafficking advocacy group.
Hazmat truck routes in DFW haven't been updated in nearly 40 years
With thousands of trucks loaded with hazard material making their way through the Dallas-Fort Worth area every day, a single road accident could be disastrous for nearby neighborhoods.
I-Team: The dangerous rise in overlapping extremism
The overlapping of extreme ideologies is most often seen and fueled online.
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Pence officially files paperwork to run for president
Former Vice President Mike Pence is expected to launch his campaign with a speech in Iowa on Wednesday.
Trump lawyers told DOJ they couldn't find classified doc discussed in audio
The recording — from a July 2021 meeting at Trump's golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey — is a crucial piece of evidence that prosecutors obtained in recent months.
Eye on Politics: The historic impeachment of Ken Paxton
Political reporter Jack Fink covers the two major stories unfolding at the Texas Capitol: the impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton and the political showdown between the state's Republican leaders over property tax relief.
Gov. Greg Abbott pushes for his plan to cut property taxes
"We must go big; we must dream big," Abbott said. "Dream the possibility that we can eliminate property taxes in Texas. You got to dream it and then you got to do it."
Biden on debt ceiling deal to avoid default: "This is vital"
The president spoke less than 24 hours after the Senate approved the agreement in a bipartisan vote.
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Dream swimming pools turn into nightmares for dozens of North Texans
Dozens of North Texans paid a pool contractor for projects it never completed. Now they're trying to figure out what happens next.
Tesla recalls 'Full Self-Driving' to fix flaws in behavior
Electric automaker Tesla is recalling nearly 363,000 vehicles.
Are Super Bowl ads still worth the money?
It's no secret that Super Bowl ads are the most expensive advertisements on the air. But are they still worth the money?
CPSC considering gas stove ban due to 'hidden hazards'
A federal agency is considering a ban on gas stoves, a source of indoor pollution linked to childhood asthma.
Plumbers in high demand across North Texas as travelers return to broken pipes
While the damage was mild compared to the major Texas freeze of 2021, the full scope may not be clear until after Jan. 1, one company owner pointed out, with many people still out of town for the holiday.
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Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, family announces
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
Some doctors say this is the most important virus you've never heard of
Last winter as COVID-19 was winding down, a little-known virus that causes many of the same symptoms was making picking up steam.
Drugs — from cancer meds to children's Tylenol — are in short supply
Nationwide drug shortage is a "tragedy happening in slow motion," a cancer surgeon says. "Patients simply deserve better."
What mosquitoes are most attracted to in human body odor is revealed
Researchers confirmed what many of us already suspect, that mosquitoes are attracted to some people more than others.
CDC study: Cigarette use declining among US adults
The decline in the number of people smoking is countered by a rise in the use of vape products.
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Apple unveils sleek, $3,500 'Vision Pro' goggles. Can they save VR?
Apple has unveiled a long-rumored headset that will place its users between the virtual and real world, while also testing the technology trendsetter's ability to popularize new-fangled devices after others failed to capture the public's imagination.
When does student loan pause end? Here's how to prepare for when payments restart
A three-year pause on student loan payments will end this summer regardless of how the Supreme Court rules on the White House plan to forgive billions of dollars in student loan debt.
American Airlines, pilots union reach agreement in principle on new contract
The union and the airline have been negotiating on a new contract since 2019, and earlier this month the pilots announced they had voted to authorize a strike.
Southwest Airlines pilots vote to authorize strike
According to a release from the SWAPA, 99% of the votes were in favor of a strike.
American Airlines pilots vote to authorize a strike
The vote isn't likely to lead to an immediate walkout, but airline unions believe strike votes increase their leverage at the bargaining table
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Semien hit streak to 24, scores winning run as Rangers walk-off Cards 4-3
Nathaniel Lowe hit a game-ending RBI single with one out in the ninth inning and the AL West-leading Texas Rangers extended their winning streak to four games with a 4-3 win over the St. Louis Cardinals.
Norma Hunt, wife of late Chiefs founder and only woman to attend every Super Bowl, dies at 85
Norma Hunt, the second wife of the late Kansas City Chiefs founder Lamar Hunt and the only woman to attend every Super Bowl, has died.
Semien streak at 23 with Rangers win against Mariners
The AL West-leading Texas Rangers are doing just about everything right.
TCU's Tre Richardson hits two slams, drives in 11 in 20-5 rout of Arkansas
The Horned Frogs had one other home run, a three-run shot by Brayden Taylor in the third inning.
Gray wins 5th start in row, Semien 21-game hit streak as Rangers beat M's 2-0
Jon Gray pitched two-hit ball over seven innings to win his fifth consecutive start, Marcus Semien scored the game's first run after extending his MLB-best hitting streak to 21 games and the AL West-leading Texas Rangers beat the Seattle Mariners 2-0.
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'Cheers' bar sells for $675,000 at Dallas auction of items from classic TV shows
Heritage Auctions said that the items sold during its three-day event that wrapped up Sunday in Dallas brought in over $5 million.
The "Barbie" movie used so much pink paint it caused a shortage
"But we delivered everything we could; they got it all," the film's paint supplier told CBS News.
Art Appreciation: Gene Jones' program inspires, celebrates young artists
Gene Jones, wife of Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, says the construction of the stadium led her to a love affair with art that is changing lives.
Tina Turner, "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll," dies at 83
The "What's Love Got To Do With It" singer's death was confirmed to CBS News on Wednesday afternoon.
Rapper Fetty Wap sentenced to 6 years in prison for drug trafficking charges
The rapper was one of six defendants involved in a conspiracy that distributed over 100 kilograms of illicit drugs.
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More scattered storms possible in North Texas Tuesday
More sunshine is on the way this week and temperatures will reach the mid-90s by the end of the week.
Keller ISD's superintendent is stepping down
Dr. Rick Westfall announced his plans to retire Monday night.
Texas sheriff's office files criminal case over transportation of migrants to Martha's Vineyard
The Bexar County Sheriff is recommending charges of unlawful restraint. It's now up the Bexar County District Attorney to decide whether those charges are warranted.
Comprehensive report lays out minute-by-minute response to Allen mass shooting
The 65-page report logs every action taken by medical personnel at the scene, from dispatches to transports and even rescues.
Sunnyvale shooting shatters neighborhood's sense of security
Police are still trying to piece together why a gunman opened fire on a family, killing one woman and hurting three children.
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Hail comes down across North Texas
Parts of North Texas saw hail Friday evening.
2023 Highland Park Buddy Bowl
Highland Park High School students teamed up with students who have disabilities for one of the most fun-filled games of the year.
Some-bunny to love: NICU babies have 'egg-stra special' photo shoot
The care team on the neonatal intensive care unit at Texas Health hospitals dressed up these little snuggle bunnies to make the Easter holiday special.
Hail and heavy rain batter parts of North Texas
Users sent in their own photos and video of the severe storms that rolled through on April 2.
CMT Awards: Country music's biggest night
The CMT Awards will be broadcasted live from the Moody Center in Austin on Sunday, April 2, on CBS News Texas starting at 7 p.m. It will also be available for live and on-demand streaming on Paramount Plus.
