Governor Abbott Appoints Former Dallas County DA Faith Johnson To State Board of Criminal Justice
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed former Dallas County DA Faith Johnson and two others to the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
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Governor Greg Abbott has appointed former Dallas County DA Faith Johnson and two others to the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
While awaiting trial, Kevin Wilson was released on bond. The conditions of his bond included "do not contact the victim, Erica Wilson, in any manner."
After months of battles over Austin's homeless problem, Governor Abbott unveiled a plan to create a homeless campsite on a five-acre plot of state land.
Gov. Greg Abbott and Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi were in Dallas Friday for the groundbreaking ceremony of the company's new major hub in Deep Ellum.
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Microsoft Corp. will expand operations at its Las Colinas facility by adding 575 jobs.
President Donald Trump applauded the announcement by a major maker of commercial trucks and buses to open a $250 million manufacturing facility in San Antonio.
A county administrator in Texas is apologizing for saying Gov. Greg Abbott "hates trees because one fell on him."
A Harris County Sheriff's Deputy was killed in the line of duty Friday afternoon while conducting a traffic stop.
"Boone was bigger than life. In fact, Boone was bigger than Texas itself," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said at the service at Highland Park United Methodist Church.
Governor Greg Abbott announced Thursday that Ericsson Inc. will build a new manufacturing facility in Lewisville, Texas — creating more than 400 new jobs.
Tuesday's dedication was memorable for Holocaust survivors who live in North Texas.
The city of Dallas' Office of Economic Development, Dallas Regional Chamber and Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce will have representatives on the trip.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson will join Holocaust survivors to unveil the new Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum Tuesday.
Governor Greg Abbott unveiled his Texas Safety Action Report Thursday, which included nearly a dozen suggestions for state lawmakers to act on to help prevent other deadly mass shootings like those in El Paso and Odessa.
Following the tragedies in El Paso and Odessa, Governor Greg Abbott today issued eight executive orders to help prevent further mass shootings.
Democrats said they can't wait for the next regularly scheduled legislative session in January 2021 to act.
Governor Greg Abbott has said he and his office, along with state agencies can take action to make the state safer without the legislature.
After yet another mass shooting took place in Texas Saturday afternoon, Governor Greg Abbott said the status quo in his state is "unacceptable."
At the Texas Capitol Friday, Governor Greg Abbott held the first meeting of his newly formed Domestic Terrorism Task Force.
While in El Paso Thursday, Governor Abbott also met with some of the victims' families and survivors and said the attack was personal to his family as well.
The Governor said he wants to combat threats of domestic terrorism, root out hateful ideologies, and keep guns out of the hands of deranged individuals, while maintaining everyone's second amendment rights.
Less than two weeks after a racist gunman killed 22 people and injured 24 others at an El Paso Walmart, Governor Greg Abbott formed a Domestic Terrorism Task Force.
The nation's oldest Latino civil rights organization and some Democratic state lawmakers in Dallas want Governor Greg Abbott to call a special session on gun violence following the deadly rampage in El Paso.
Texas Republican Senator John Cornyn, says he is willing to consider red flag laws to keep guns away from people who shouldn't have them.
Governor Abbott also announced the state will be providing more than $5.5 million in immediate financial assistance for law enforcement agencies and the community of El Paso.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
In fact, DFW will be very close to tying or setting new records as we move throughout the week.
The first-of-its-kind report acknowledges the military's munition shortfall and details some of the losses of American assets so far as part of Operation Epic Fury.
It's visually stunning and will cost billions of dollars to build.
The Amber Alert issued for a 14-year-old girl missing from Weatherford has been canceled, Texas DPS said.
In fact, DFW will be very close to tying or setting new records as we move throughout the week.
The first-of-its-kind report acknowledges the military's munition shortfall and details some of the losses of American assets so far as part of Operation Epic Fury.
It's visually stunning and will cost billions of dollars to build.
Show off your home BBQ setup for a chance to win tickets to BBQ Homecoming 2026 in Grand Prairie and other prizes.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
Texas ex, RC Danle, reacts to the controversy involving Bo French's racially charged X post, which showed a photo of UT Austin students at a recent football game. Damle was the first Southeast Asian American to become the International President of a nationwide fraternity, for Delta Chi Fraternity. "For those that spoke up, thank you. For those that haven't, shame on you."
Jon Rosenthal, Democratic Candidate for Texas Railroad Commissioner, discusses the controversy surrounding his opponent, Bo French's, widely condemned post on X. The racially charged X post from French showed a photo of UT Austin students at a recent football game. He also discusses his campaign for office and priorities should he be elected.
Attorney General Todd Blanche fiercely defended the Trump administration's push to impose tighter mail voting rules, telling CBS News the DOJ is examining election practices in multiple states.
Senior Democratic lawmakers vowed to investigate the new market that has sprung up around President Trump's pardons, citing CBS News video that aired in a 60 Minutes report.
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
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.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
Jaxson Dart connected with Isaiah Likely for two touchdowns and Devin Singletary on another, and the Giants opened the season with a 28-20 win over the Cowboys on Sunday night.
Corey Seager homered for the fourth time in seven games and the Rangers won their first road series in two months with a 7-6 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Fans are hoping for a better season after missing the playoffs last season.
Germany's Alexander Zverev won his second Grand Slam after finally taking home his first major title earlier this year at the French Open.
Despite the final score, this one wasn't easy; the Americans faced their biggest deficit in the tournament in a long time.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the best in television and streaming from the past year on Monday. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Metro Nashville Airport Authority board voted 6-0 on Friday to begin the process of changing the name and said a final name has not been chosen.
Stella Parton gives insight into her sister Dolly Parton's marriage, makeup habits and views on death in an exclusive CBS News interview.
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
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.
