Puppy scam costs North Texas family hundreds; BBB issues holiday warning
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"If it's on Google, you would think it would be legit because you have to pay, you pay money to be on Google."
It was anything but a quiet night in Arlington as crowds packed into the second annual Mission Joy Toy Drive, an event aimed at filling the Mission Arlington Christmas Store.
It's the season of giving, and one non-profit organization is providing its own version of a sleigh ride, one patient at a time.
Cooper Apartments management did not respond to requests for comment.
A North Dallas mansion known for its over-the-top holiday displays is drawing crowds again, this time with a full "Grinch" setup.
Shoppers will need to plan ahead as some grocery stores and retailers will be closed on Thanksgiving or have reduced hours.
The ornament was stolen on Nov. 23 at 12:46 a.m.
"There is nothing worse than the flu spreading through a family gathering," said Dr. Laura Romano, a pediatric hospitalist with Cook Children's Medical Center.
Travel experts are urging holiday travelers to plan ahead, arrive early, and, above all, stay patient.
The donation ensures the ministry can continue its mission of providing hope to North Texans.
Gift comes through 11 Days of Giving campaign, supporting food pantry and wraparound services.
"The store will remain open past the 2025 Holiday season while this process continues in 2026," Saks Global said in a statement.
With the holiday season quickly approaching, CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has tips on when to get the best deals for holiday travel.
The 43rd year of the GM Financial Parade of Lights will take place at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 23.
A new survey predicts Americans will spend $1,552 per person on average, 5% less than they did in 2024.
Here's a look at some of the top Valentine's Day search trends and what they reveal about how Americans planned to celebrate.
Several North Texas retailers are operating with limited hours in observance of New Year's Day.
The National Retail Federation expects about 17% of sales to be returned this year.
After facing delays and cancellations on Tuesday, American Airlines has returned to normal operations, with flights running smoothly as of Thursday morning.
Families across North Texas may be in need of a last-minute present or a missing ingredient for a special holiday recipe.
NORAD first started tracking Santa in 1955. This is what it looks like behind the scenes.
American Airlines requested a nationwide ground stop, which was later canceled, on the morning of Christmas Eve due to technical problems.
AAA advises travelers to book the earliest flight and reserve parking in advance to allow enough time for long lines.
With the holiday rush set to break records, airports and highways will be busier than ever.
North Texas is set to see rain moving in by Christmas Eve with scattered storms and heavy downpours, though severe weather is unlikely.
Students and universities across North Texas scrambled after the outage, prompting warnings, password resets and exam schedule changes.
A medical emergency left a crane operator stranded 220 feet above the ground, prompting a rare high‑angle rescue by Station 2 firefighters.
Barricades and closures are in place as the bald eagle family reaches a vulnerable developmental stage.
A note found at the scene and items inside a backpack helped investigators link the New Braunfels woman to the alleged arson attempt, according to court filings.
Prosecutors say the 38‑year‑old fled an ICE operation in Lewisville, injuring two officers and crashing into multiple vehicles before attempting to run.
Students and universities across North Texas scrambled after the outage, prompting warnings, password resets and exam schedule changes.
A medical emergency left a crane operator stranded 220 feet above the ground, prompting a rare high‑angle rescue by Station 2 firefighters.
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Barricades and closures are in place as the bald eagle family reaches a vulnerable developmental stage.
A note found at the scene and items inside a backpack helped investigators link the New Braunfels woman to the alleged arson attempt, according to court filings.
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 Justice Department argues the patchwork of state laws around guns makes it difficult to take them across state lines for lawful purposes like target shooting, hunting and self-defense.
The acting attorney general is touting the administration's stepped-up denaturalization efforts.
The Justice Department charged a Texas man who allegedly fired his gun toward a Secret Service agent and wounded a bystander on the National Mall.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is being questioned Wednesday before the House Oversight Committee as part of its investigation related to Jeffrey Epstein.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
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.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
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.
After months waiting for a new heart, 9-year-old Penny found hope through music—and a second chance at life.
New Texas regulations took effect March 31 that capped THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
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.
Trent Grisham hit a go-ahead, three-run double in a six-run sixth inning, and the Yankees beat the Rangers 9-2 Thursday for their 16th win in 19 games.
Expensive tickets, trouble getting visas and anti-American sentiment may all be contributing to underwhelming demand.
CBS News Texas spoke with UTD head basketball coach Matt Grahn, who said the London trip was two years in the making, with help from family and friends.
Misdemeanor battery charges have been dropped against Dallas Wings star Arike Ogunbowale, according to an ESPN report.
The last time a horse won the Triple Crown was in 2018.
"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.
David Allan Coe also had hits with "You Never Even Called Me By My Name" and "The Ride" among others.
First lady Melania Trump said that jokes Jimmy Kimmel made on his show days before the White House Correspondents' Dinner were "hateful and violent rhetoric."
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.
