McKinney city council approves mosque site plan at heated meeting
All seven council members voted unanimously to approve the site plan, telling residents the vote was procedural — simply on whether or not the plan fits the city's ordinances.
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All seven council members voted unanimously to approve the site plan, telling residents the vote was procedural — simply on whether or not the plan fits the city's ordinances.
Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, and two suspected shooters were found dead inside a vehicle nearby, police said.
"Schools must be allowed to apply, and their applications must be processed on the same terms as the other schools in accordance with the law," National Deputy Director of CAIR Edward Ahmed Mitchell said.
A federal judge ordered Texas to extend the TEFA application deadline to March 31 after lawsuits challenged the exclusion of Islamic schools from the program.
While this community is united in prayer, they're also united in the quest for the truth.
The district says club procedures are now being updated.
North Texas Muslim leaders call for action after a student prayer group in a public park was verbally attacked.
Australia will use a sweeping buyback scheme to "get guns off our streets," Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Friday.
Frisco police are investigating a stabbing at an Islamic Center Saturday night.
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn of Texas says the U.S. Department of Justice has opened a federal civil rights investigation into a Muslim-centered planned community around one of the state's largest mosques near Dallas.
For the CBS Mornings series, "The State of Spirituality with Lisa Ling," she takes a look at why so many people are converting to Islam behind bars.
Painting to protest for peace, Dallas artist Roberto Marquez wasted no time traveling as close as he could get to the suffering felt by those directly impacted by the Israel-Hamas war.
Bloom Cafe is offering special hours to accommodate Muslim members of the community who mark the month by fasting from sunrise to sunset.
The Maktabi family's Bloom Cafe in Garland provides a space where Muslims can get coffee after breaking the Ramadan fast.
The state chapter of a national civil rights organization criticized a Texas legislator's statement on a resolution celebrating Ramadan, calling his words "Islamophobic."
Muhammad Khan, the man who police say stole donations intended for victims of the Turkey-Syria earthquake, was arrested.
"The idea being passed around that you can't drink in Qatar is wrong. There are places," one American fan said.
Owners and management of a Chicken Express in Fort Worth are apologizing after an employee was asked to leave because she was wearing a hijab.
Tarrant County Republicans are set to decide if they should remove a Muslim vice party chairman following allegations that he prefers Islamic over U.S. law.
A young North Texas woman has spent her post 9/11 life trying to convince a shaken nation that the actions of a few should not condemn the billion plus people who peacefully practice Islam.
A South Texas mosque that was torched early last year has reopened thanks to support from around the world and more than $1 million in donations.
A Plano city councilman at the center of controversy over a Facebook post will not resign after the city council held a special session Sunday.
The controversy over a Plano city council member's seemingly anti-Muslim Facebook post spilled over Thursday night at the mayor's State of the City address.
There is concern and outrage after a city council member in Plano shared an Islamophobic post on Facebook.
Macy's is introducing a women's clothing line aimed at Muslim shoppers, a collection that includes modest dresses, tops, cardigans and hijabs. The clothing will launch online on February 15.
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.
Organizers call it the "Donald J. Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room."
The EPA and FDA investigated, with assistance from Homeland Security Investigations and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.
Cowboys, CBS News Texas and Ashley teamed with Book Drive for Kids to expand literacy access for North Texas children.
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
Organizers call it the "Donald J. Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room."
The EPA and FDA investigated, with assistance from Homeland Security Investigations and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, has forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Cowboys, CBS News Texas and Ashley teamed with Book Drive for Kids to expand literacy access for North Texas children.
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.
Crews are adding the final touches to Victory Plaza outside the American Airlines Center in Dallas.
The Transportation Security Administration has launched a new program at 13 airports, allowing eligible TSA PreCheck members without plane tickets to pass through security and enter the gates.
Canada's steep retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion in U.S. goods took effect just after midnight ET on Tuesday, deepening the trade war between the two countries.
While the spotlight will be national, some of the biggest stakes are right here in Texas.
With early voting just six weeks away, what are both parties saying about the races ahead — and what's at stake in Texas?
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.
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 Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
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.
Breanna Stewart had 19 points, seven rebounds and six assists to help the U.S. win its 33rd in a row in the tournament.
Dallas Cowboys left guard Tyler Smith will miss at least the first month of the season because of a left thumb injury that needs surgery.
After falling short in the fourth round of the Texas UIL high school football playoffs last season, North Crowley returned to the field with expectations higher than ever.
Jackie Young scored 10 points to lead the struggling offense in the 55-52 win on Sunday.
Jake Burger homered twice and Ezequiel Duran had his 12th game this season with at least three hits as the Texas Rangers rallied from two four-run deficits to beat the Tampa Bay Rays 8-6.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
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.
