UT Arlington's plastic-infused asphalt hits Texas roads for the first time
Turning trash into pavement, the plastic-infused asphalt aims to solve two major problems at once: mounting plastic waste and failing infrastructure.
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Turning trash into pavement, the plastic-infused asphalt aims to solve two major problems at once: mounting plastic waste and failing infrastructure.
34 million people live in one of these major U.S. cities that's sinking, new research shows. See if your area is on the list — and how quickly the land is moving.
The investment targets 37 projects across at least 12 states, as the Biden administration looks to implement bipartisan measures.
A multimillion project will add four lanes (two lanes in each direction) to the Miller Road bridge over Lake Ray Hubbard.
Researchers at SMU have identified 62 neighborhoods in Dallas that are "highly deficient" in the infrastructure that creates a safe, livable and economically viable neighborhood.
To pay for the capital improvements, the city would borrow money through the sale of general obligation bonds, if voters approve of the measures.
A snow-covered bridge in Pittsburgh collapsed on the morning of Friday, January 28, just hours before President Joe Biden was expected to visit the city on a previously scheduled trip to discuss infrastructure.
North Texas roads will get bigger, bridges rebuilt better and transit systems expanded with President Joe Biden signing his infrastructure plan into law Monday.
CBS 11 checked to see how many lead service lines are in the three largest cities in North Texas.
President Joe Biden threw his support behind an infrastructure proposal negotiated by a bipartisan group of senators.
Short supplies of steel and concrete are starting to impact major infrastructure projects in North Texas, forcing project schedule changes as managers try to avoid long delays.
The city of Fort Worth has approved a $1.8 billion budget that will be used to lower the property tax rate, improve infrastructure and create more city jobs.
Seven bridge projects in North Texas are set to receive a federal grant worth nearly $8.8 million as the state looks to improve the area's infrastructure, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn announced Tuesday.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport confirmed it plans to build a 6th terminal at the airport that will open by 2025.
Haslet is getting an infrastructure overhaul meant to help ease traffic and better connect commuters and commercial drivers to I-35W and US-287.
When the unmistakable orange and white truck rolls into city streets, crews get to work. They dig up the pothole and fill it with fresh asphalt.
A new study listing the best and worst U.S. cities to drive in is out and seven Texas cities are in the top 25.
The general approach has been around since the mid-19th century — and has been used safely and successfully for a long time — but interest in ABC has increased in recent years as states have looked for quicker, less expensive ways to replace thousands of aging bridges.
The mayor of Fort Worth is scheduled to meet with President Donald Trump today in Washington D.C.
President Donald Trump is calling on Congress to "set politics aside" and overhaul the nation's immigration system during his State of the Union address.
President Donald Trump is criticizing hurricane-ravaged Puerto Rico and says the government can't keep federal aid there "forever."
President Donald Trump is launching a major push for a $1 trillion overhaul of the nation's roads and bridges, a key item on his agenda that's been stymied in Congress and overshadowed by White House controversies.
Democrats, who had hoped the one big policy area where they could find common ground with President Donald Trump would be infrastructure, say they don't like what they're hearing from administration officials about the transportation portion of the plan that's still in-the-works
A new report says the Brooklyn Bridge and Washington's Arlington Memorial Bridge are among thousands of spans considered structurally deficient.
The Texas Senate approved the first bill of the legislative session on Wednesday, with speedy passage of a plan to shift billions of dollars generated by vehicle sales taxes to building and maintaining roads strained by the state's booming population.
Sabrina Underwood faces a mandatory 12‑year sentence after authorities in Panama discovered a loaded gun in her checked bag, a case her father says was a tragic mistake.
Their letter to the Texas education commissioner argues that recent walkouts raised safety concerns and violated parental expectations.
He breaks down what makes the case unusual and the factors investigators are likely weighing.
Firefighters faced heavy flames as they arrived at the home on Wilbarger Street.
Cindy Clemishire and her father alleged the church downplayed the abuse she suffered as a child.
Sabrina Underwood faces a mandatory 12‑year sentence after authorities in Panama discovered a loaded gun in her checked bag, a case her father says was a tragic mistake.
Their letter to the Texas education commissioner argues that recent walkouts raised safety concerns and violated parental expectations.
He breaks down what makes the case unusual and the factors investigators are likely weighing.
Firefighters faced heavy flames as they arrived at the home on Wilbarger Street.
Cindy Clemishire and her father alleged the church downplayed the abuse she suffered as a child.
As Texas, in recent years, has experienced an increase in its infant mortality rate, it has seen a growing interest in bereavement care for families.
The CEO a Dallas nonprofit resigned after a CBS News Texas I-Team investigation that revealed the organization had failed to follow through on its core promises.
Seven years after a deadly school bus-train crash in Athens, the same crossing still lacks gates or lights—despite repeated promises to fix it.
A CBS News Texas investigation found those daily meals no longer being delivered to schools, despite the nonprofit's claims to the contrary.
It once fed thousands of kids. So, how did a Dallas non-profit's core mission fall apart? CBS News Texas investigates.
Democrat state senator elect Taylor Rehmet sits down with Jack Fink in the CBS News Texas studio to discuss his win over Republican Leigh Wambsganss. "I got a lot of work to do," Rehmet said.
Dallas pollster and Principal of Hunt Research, Ross Hunt discusses the upset win by Democrat Taylor Rehmet over Republican Leigh Wambsganss.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller (R) discusses his re-election campaign and reacts to Gov. Abbott's decision to endorse his challenger.
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
The FBI has arrested "one of the key participants" behind the attack on U.S. facilities in Benghazi, Libya, in 2012 that killed four Americans.
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.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 years in 2024 - the highest mark in American history. But the U.S. still ranks below dozens of other countries.
Weather-related closures left Carter BloodCare 4,000 units of blood and blood components short of what it needs.
The state of Texas is investing $50 million in research on psychedelic therapies.
Walk with a Doc invites community members to join low-pressure group walks led by physicians.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
Salad and Go, a drive-thru salad chain, said on Wednesday that it will close all remaining Texas and Oklahoma stores.
Jaxon Smith‑Njigba brings Rockwall roots to Super Bowl LX after a meteoric rise from Texas 6A football.
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are underway after the lighting of the Olympic cauldrons and the Parade of Nations at the opening ceremony.
Victor Wembanyama had 29 points and 11 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs overcame rookie No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg's fourth consecutive 30-point game in a 135-123 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was named the NFL MVP, just edging out four other candidates that included New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye and Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, last year's MVP.
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
A quaint home in Grapevine is drawing big attention, not for its renovations or location, but for its former occupant.
The 5th Dimension had broad crossover success and won six Grammy Awards, including record of the year twice.
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
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.
