Texas governor skydives for first time alongside 106-year-old World War II veteran
Add this to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's high ambitions: Parachuting from a plane.
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Trump receives endorsement from Texas Gov. Greg Abbott at border
Former President Donald Trump and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott have both made hardline immigration policies essential issues to their political careers.
More education funding, teacher pay raises in doubt
Additional funding for public schools and teacher pay raises remain in doubt after the Texas House rejected a provision that included education savings accounts.
GOP State Rep. says proposed education savings accounts will pass
State Representative Justin Holland, R-Heath, said Thursday he doesn't believe the Texas House will pass taxpayer-financed education savings accounts.
Gov. Abbott likely to call for 4th special session
The governor expanded the agenda to include billions of dollars from the budget surplus to go toward school safety, teacher pay raises and special education. Also, phasing out the STAAR test.
Eye on Politics: State lawmakers likely to be called back for fourth special session
Jack Fink covers the biggest political stories of the week in the latest episode of Eye on Politics.
Gov. Abbott expands third special session agenda to include public school funding, teacher pay raises
The governor said his announcement comes after productive discussions with Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and Speaker Dade Phelan.
Judge orders Biden admin to stop cutting razor wire at border
Gov. Greg Abbott called the ruling "Another win for Texas."
Republicans in Texas House say it's unlikely governor's school choice bill will pass
One of Governor Greg Abbott's top legislative priorities during the third special session may not cross the political finish line.
State rep. files bill to boost school funding & create taxpayer-funded education savings accounts
For years, the legislative math in the Texas House has kept bills from passing that would provide taxpayer-financed education savings accounts.
Gov. Abbott says staff is working closely with House Republicans on school choice bill deal
It is a deal that's never been reached in the House, where rural Republicans have repeatedly joined Democrats over the years to reject a bill.
School choice a point of discussion as Texas' third special legislative session begins
The main topic of debate in this special session will be a bill that would allow taxpayer-funded education savings accounts to be used for some students to attend private or religious schools.
Mexico to send note protesting Texas border truck inspections causing major delays
Mexico's president says he is going to send a diplomatic note to the United States protesting Texas truck inspections that have caused major delays at border crossings.
Special legislative session begins today in Austin
Education savings accounts are on the table.
A Texas neighborhood became a target of the right over immigration. Locals are pushing back
"I'm surprised and a little disappointed that (Abbott) didn't ... attempt to learn more about the facts before he got on national television and started talking."
Texas asks appeal judges to let it keep floating barrier in place on the Rio Grande
Attorneys for Texas are asking federal appeals court judges to let the state keep in place a floating barrier to block migrants from crossing the Rio Grande.
In Dallas, Governor Abbott rallies support for school choice
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Border buoys will stay in place a bit longer, court of appeals says
Last week, a judge ordered Texas to remove the so-called border buoys by Sept. 15 at the state's expense.
Judge orders Texas to remove border buoys from Rio Grande
The judge ordered the buoys removed at Texas' expense by Sept. 15.
Federal judge blocks Texas law requiring I.D. to view online porn
U.S. District Judge David Ezra ruled a child protections bill signed by Gov. Abbott in June violates free speech rights.
Most of Texas' floating barrier is in Mexico, survey finds
A joint U.S.-Mexico topographical survey found that 787 feet of the 995-feet-long buoy line set up by Texas are in Mexico.
TWU president condemns some protestors' actions after signing of Save Women's Sports law
At one point in the video, a man is seen throwing water onto someone walking to their car.
Eye on Politics: Federal spending fights loom this fall
Jack Fink breaks down the biggest political stories of the week in the latest episode of Eye on Politics.
Protesters oppose Texas Gov. Abbott's signing of 'Save Women's Sports Act'
Protesters said many people in the LGBTQ community feel as if Republicans at the Capitol have been targeting their community.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ceremoniously signs Senate Bill 15
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ceremoniously signed Senate Bill 15 into law on Aug. 7.
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3 adults, 1-year-old dead after shooting in Dallas home, suspect wanted
The motive for the shooting is not known and the suspect is still being sought.
Greta Gerwig's persistence in writing, directing "Barbie"
Greta Gerwig, the woman behind the mega hit "Barbie," said directing it was a dream job. The Oscar-nominated filmmaker says she can't believe anybody let her do it.
2 killed in Fort Worth wrong-way crash
An investigation into the crash is underway.
Texas will make first College Football Playoff appearance in program history
The third-seeded Longhorns (12-1) are in the CFP for the first time.
Apartment fire kills one, displaces over a dozen in Denton
Crews were able to get the fire in the 1200 block of Dallas Drive under control around 2:45 a.m. Sunday morning.
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3 adults, 1-year-old dead after shooting in Dallas home, suspect wanted
The motive for the shooting is not known and the suspect is still being sought.
Texas will make first College Football Playoff appearance in program history
The third-seeded Longhorns (12-1) are in the CFP for the first time.
Apartment fire kills one, displaces dozens in Denton
Crews were able to get the fire in the 1200 block of Dallas Drive under control around 2:45 a.m. Sunday morning.
"No one deserves this," 2 women say bartender drugged them
After two women say a bartender at Harlowe in Deep Ellum drugged them, other women are coming forward about similar experiences.
Greta Gerwig's persistence in writing, directing "Barbie"
Greta Gerwig, the woman behind the mega hit "Barbie," said directing it was a dream job. The Oscar-nominated filmmaker says she can't believe anybody let her do it.
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Dallas man caught at the border allegedly trying to smuggle 187 guns into Mexico
Santiago Ramirez, 26, of Dallas faces up to 30 years in prison on multiple gun trafficking charges.
$100 cap on ambulance rides – new recommendation would end surprise billing
Every year, more than 3 million Americans are rushed to a hospital by an ambulance. For many, this unexpected ride can cost hundreds, if not thousands of dollars, out of pocket.
North Texas sex trafficking case closed without arrest
Nearly 20 months has passed since a North Texas girl disappeared from a Mavericks game, only to be found days later with sex traffickers.
Local woman believes solar contractors exploited late stepmother
The popularity of solar panels is exploding. But with popularity comes the potential for abuse.
Unexpected property tax statements deliver anxiety to Tarrant County homeowners
When the statements arrived with a red-outlined "Pay This Amount" listed on a payment coupon, Tarrant County homeowners couldn't make sense of what appeared to be a bill.
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Supreme Court to review Purdue Pharma bankruptcy that shields Sackler family
Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in September 2019 after it faced scores of lawsuits related to the opioid crisis.
United Auto Workers calls for cease-fire in Gaza
Other labor organizations have shared their support for a cease-fire in the war-torn region.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says GOP senators don't support casinos in Texas
"My experience and my knowledge is that we aren't even close to having 15 votes or 16 votes for casinos."
Eye on Politics: One-on-one with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick
Jack Fink covers the biggest political stories of the week in the latest episode of Eye on Politics.
Judge rejects Trump's motion to dismiss 2020 election interference case
Judge Tanya Chutkan ruled that former President Donald Trump cannot be shielded from criminal prosecution after leaving office for alleged conduct during his time in office.
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Amazon facilities in North Texas prepped, ready for Cyber Monday orders
To prepare for Cyber Monday, the Amazon Fulfillment Center in Grapevine hired an additional 800 employees to handle the influx of packages coming in and out of the facility.
Are the days of the mad rush to stores for Black Friday discounts over?
The days of chaotic lines, doorbuster sales, and the mad rush for discounts inside stores seem to be fading as more people shop online.
Your favorite Thanksgiving side could be more expensive this year
Thanksgiving is just around the corner! If you're hosting dinner this year, get ready for a rise in prices.
Shopping on Amazon Prime Day? Here's what you need to know
At one of the largest Amazon delivery hubs, associates and drivers are hitting the ground bright and early for Amazon Prime Day.
Schumer asks FDA to investigate Logan Paul's energy drink
PRIME faces scrutiny from lawmakers and health experts over its potentially dangerous levels of caffeine.
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Protein bars recalled after hairnet and shrink wrap found in products
Recalled Burn Boot Camp snacks were sold at locations run by gym franchises throughout the U.S.
COVID variant BA.2.86 triples in new CDC estimates
A highly-mutated descendant called JN.1 could be to blame.
Millions of U.S. women face obstacles to getting maternity care
More than a third of counties in the U.S. don't have a hospital or birth center that offers obstetric care or any obstetric health care providers, one report says.
Most applesauce lead poisonings were in toddlers, FDA says
One family said their son had eaten the pouches up to six times a day.
Dallas Stars, Carrollton teen working together to raise childhood cancer awareness
"They said I would probably have six more months or a year left to live, and they say I'm doing much better than I was before," 15-year-old Jayden Simmons said. "So, I don't think that's the right prediction there."
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Are the days of the mad rush to stores for Black Friday discounts over?
The days of chaotic lines, doorbuster sales, and the mad rush for discounts inside stores seem to be fading as more people shop online.
Feds: Southwest's customer service failed during flight cancellations last winter
The federal government may be preparing to penalize Southwest Airlines for thousands of flight cancellations that affected more than 2 million travelers last December.
American Airlines posts $545 million loss on higher labor costs in a time of big profits for rivals
American Airlines is reporting a $545 million loss for the third quarter due to higher labor costs.
Amazon will start testing drones that will drop prescriptions on your doorstep, literally
Amazon will soon make prescription drugs fall from the sky when the e-commerce giant becomes the latest company to test drone deliveries.
Wanna get away? Southwest adds 5 new enhancements to rewards program
The changes begin next month.
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Texas will make first College Football Playoff appearance in program history
The third-seeded Longhorns (12-1) are in the CFP for the first time.
No. 1 Dallas Cowboys fan lovingly known as Ms. Price celebrates 80th birthday
Carolyn Price, or as Cowboys Nation knows her, Ms. Price, can enjoy every game like there's no tomorrow. This week, she turned 80 years young.
Nazem Kadri scores in OT to lift Flames past Stars, 4-3
Nazem Kadri scored at 1:01 of overtime to give the Calgary Flames a 4-3 victory over the Dallas Stars on Thursday night.
DaRon Bland has NFL-leading 8th interception for Cowboys after getting burned by Seahawks
Dallas extended its home winning streak to 14 games, with NFC East-leading Philadelphia (10-1) visiting next on Dec. 10.
Buffalo Bills' Von Miller turns himself in on domestic violence charge
Police say Miller got into a verbal argument with a pregnant woman that escalated to assault.
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Beyoncé's 'Renaissance' is No. 1 at the box office with $21 million debut
Beyoncé ruled the box office this weekend with $21 million in North American ticket sales, according to estimates from AMC Theatres Sunday.
A long-lost piece of country music history is found
In 1969 a rose-embroidered, rhinestone-accented suit owned by Chris Ethridge, of The Flying Burrito Brothers, was stolen from a station wagon; after more than 50 years, Ethridge's daughter found it for sale at auction.
Drones light up the night sky, delivering holiday cheer in December
At first glance, it looks like some type of invasion launched from North Texas.
Taylor Swift was Spotify's most-streamed artist in 2023
Taylor Swift was the most-streamed artist globally in 2023, according to Spotify Wrapped. Here's how you can find who you spent the most time with this year.
"Blue Bloods" wrapping up in 2024 after its 14th season
A long-time anchor to the Network's successful Friday night lineup, "Blue Bloods" is Friday's #1 primetime program and the #3 broadcast drama on television.
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Beautiful, sunny week ahead after Sunday night cold front
Sunny skies will help high temps climb into the 60s and beyond this week.
Overnight apartment fire in Denton kills 1, displaces more than 20
Just before 2 a.m., a fire at an apartment building on Dallas Drive was reported. The caller said people were trapped on the upper floor by the fire and unable to escape.
Yogurt could help manage depression, anxiety
A study found a bacterium in fermented foods and yogurt helps the body naturally reduce stress and even depression.
Sweden research finds treatment for strokes
Researchers in Sweden say they have been able to restore brain function in mice after a stroke. The international study led by Lund University found mice treated with a molecule called a GluR5 inhibitor regained some lost brain function. The treatment needs to take place in the first few days after a stroke occurs. The hope is to eventually develop a treatment that works on humans.
Delivery deadlines for shipping holiday gifts
If you need to ship your Christmas gifts, mark your calendars and pay attention. Here are the delivery deadlines to keep in mind.
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Painting for peace: Texas artist joins Israel–Hamas war protests
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.
Went And Took It: Texas Rangers 2023 World Series victory parade
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!
Sweeter than candy: NICU babies too cute to spook!
Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at several Texas Health hospitals were dressed in creative costumes for Halloween.
Fried food & Ferris wheels: Colorful sights from the State Fair of Texas
Is that the smell of cotton candy, beignets and brisket wafting over Fair Park? It sure is, and we are here for it!
Life in plastic — it's fantastic! NICU babies living the Barbie life
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!
