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Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
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Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
"Last year the Center for Missing and Exploited Children received 32 million reports of suspected child sexual exploitation," Cornyn said.
Texas. Sen. John Cornyn (R) speaks with Jack Fink about the federal spending, a possible government shutdown, the southern border and more.
Jack Fink covers the biggest political stories of the week in the latest episode of Eye on Politics.
Senator John Cornyn told CBS News Texas Monday that he's optimistic Congress will strike a deal, preventing the federal government from shutting down this weekend.
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) is once again raising awareness in North Texas about the fentanyl crisis.
The visit is his first to the U.S.-Mexico border as president.
The Jenna Quinn Law would allow federal funds to be used to train those who work with children to recognize and report child sexual abuse.
In this episode (original airdate: 9-22), Jack sits down with both candidates running for Dallas County District Attorney.
Governor Abbott said he sent the buses to the Vice President's home after she said in Houston last week the border was secure.
AG Ken Paxton has been under state felony indictment since 2015 on securities fraud charges and is separately being investigated by the FBI.
Cornyn and the group said their purpose was to let President Zelenskyy know that the US 'stands squarely behind Ukraine.
For a second day, Texas' two U.S. Senators, John Cornyn and Ted Cruz, pressed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson about her judicial and legal records during her Supreme Court confirmation hearing.
For a second day, Texas' two U.S. Senators, John Cornyn and Ted Cruz, pressed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson about her judicial and legal records during her Supreme Court Confirmation Hearing.
Two separate groups, lead by Texas lawmakers, are traveling to the southern part of the Lone Star State on Friday to spotlight the surge of unaccompanied children crossing the US-Mexico border in recent weeks.
"I did find it a little ironic that on the same day he was talking about unity, he issues I believe it was 17 unilateral executive orders," Sen. John Cornyn told CBS 11 News.
Incumbent U.S. Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) has won a fourth term after defeating Democratic challenger Mary "MJ" Hegar.
The decorated combat veteran has crossed the state during the past couple of days from Houston, Austin, San Antonio and the Rio Grande Valley.
U.S. Sen John Cornyn (R-Texas) is calling for a public hearing on the independent review of Fort Hood following the disappearances and deaths of soldiers this year.
Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz are urging the Trump administration to continue federal funding of community-based testing sites in Texas as funding is expected to end next week.
Texas Sen. John Cornyn announced Thursday that he will be introducing a bill to make Juneteenth a federal holiday.
Senate Republicans unveiled proposed changes to police procedures and accountability Wednesday, aiming for what Sen. John Cornyn calls "Texas sized justice."
Some business owners are worried about reopening due to fear of being sued if a customer later gets diagnosed with COVID-19. Texas Sen. John Cornyn is looking to remove that fear.
Sylvia DeLeon and Gissel Lorenzo work at the same Bishop Arts taco place. They are also friends whose parents worry about deportation.
Schottenheimer has been the team's offensive coordinator for the past two seasons.
The deadly shooting happened in the early hours of June 9, 2021.
"The federal government has been derelict in its duty because immigration people say it's a federal issue."
They're eight months into their pursuit of becoming the blue.
Schottenheimer has been the team's offensive coordinator for the past two seasons.
Sylvia DeLeon and Gissel Lorenzo work at the same Bishop Arts taco place. They are also friends whose parents worry about deportation.
The deadly shooting happened in the early hours of June 9, 2021.
"The federal government has been derelict in its duty because immigration people say it's a federal issue."
They're eight months into their pursuit of becoming the blue.
The machines offer a legitimate and easy way to buy cryptocurrency, but with convenience comes risk.
The American Library Association has tracked a national surge in book bans over the past several years, with Texas at the forefront.
When a former Cedar Hill police officer was accused of soliciting sex from a DWI suspect he was already under investigation for similar behavior with a victim of domestic violence, internal records reveal.
Amber Crum was just 2 years old when she disappeared from the Pleasant Grove area the day after Christmas in 1983.
A nationwide gift card scam linked to Chinese organized crime involving gangs prompted law enforcement and DHS to take action.
"The federal government has been derelict in its duty because immigration people say it's a federal issue."
U.S. Rep. Julie Johnson (D) of Farmers Branch tells Jack Fink she is critical of President Trump's emergency orders. "The fact that he just went in and completely undercut absolutely everything about the rule of law was particularly bothersome to me," said Johnson.
U.S. Rep. Keith Self (R) of McKinney praises President Trump's executive orders involving the southern border in a conversation with Eye on Politics Reporter Jack Fink.
The proposal also includes a solution aimed at protecting against the misuse of taxpayer dollars.
President Trump's wave of executive actions signed soon after taking office has already sparked at least half a dozen lawsuits.
At Fort Worth ISD's North Side High School, the sounds of an American sport on the field meet mariachi music in the stands.
With new foods, such as the "Drowning Taquitos" and the "Beso de Angel," Tony's Taco Shop owners say they don't take their success for granted.
Latinas in Tech DFW started back up last year after the pandemic. They have lots of opportunities for Latinas to network, connect, and learn new skills.
Anchor Ken Molestina shows us how he makes his Cuban coffee for the CBS News Texas newsroom.
Del Olmo, who has played golf his entire life, recalls how rare the sport was for people like him growing up in Mexico City.
A North Texas couple vetted and hired a local company for their move to Oregon, not knowing someone else would be taking their things.
Big solar companies oftentimes outsource on-the-ground sales efforts to third-party companies.
As more seniors fall victim to financial scams, citizens and lawmakers search for stronger consumer protections.
Following an I-Team investigation, Sunnova Energy is facing legal action from nearly a dozen Texas families.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The Trump administration's "short pause" on communications, expected to end on Feb. 1, has affected FDA updates on food contamination investigations.
For Alexis Andrews, the key to a better life came from an unexpected source: weightlifting.
When he couldn't find a group tap class for older adults in Dallas, Gene Edwards took matters into his own hands.
There have been 8 reports of made-in-China alarms sold by HSN nationwide and online not sounding in response to smoke.
Formulas marketed for toddlers are a burgeoning business, but pediatricians have long recommended against their use.
The company announced it purchased land at the southeast corner of LBJ Freeway and Hillcrest Road.
The lawsuit alleges Southwest illegally operated chronically delayed flights and disrupted passengers' travel plans.
The fifth-generation rancher is proving you don't have to choose between overalls and power suits.
The concept is simple: a menu with no prices. Guests pay what they can afford.
The new Fort Worth facility is expected to create hundreds of new jobs to help build long-range assault aircraft.
Schottenheimer has been the team's offensive coordinator for the past two seasons.
Grammy-winning singer SZA will join Kendrick Lamar on stage at the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show on Feb. 9.
The Buckeyes earned their second national title since the start of the College Football Playoff era.
The in-person interview with Saleh came a day after Dallas held a virtual interview with Philadelphia offensive coordinator Kellen Moore.
Los Angeles is scheduled to host the 2028 Summer Olympics and Paralympics, in addition to World Cup matches in 2026 and a Super Bowl in 2027.
Reality TV couple Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt are suing Los Angeles after losing their Pacific Palisades home in the wildfires tearing through Southern California in recent weeks.
Grammy-winning singer SZA will join Kendrick Lamar on stage at the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show on Feb. 9.
Nominations for the 97th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, with "Emilia Pérez," "A Complete Unknown" and "Conclave" at the top of the heap in nominations.
Netflix said it's increasing the prices on its subscription plans starting today. Here are the new prices.
President-elect Donald Trump had one of the biggest names in country music performing at his swearing-in ceremony.
CBS News Texas viewers got out and enjoyed the snow day on Thursday and send us all of their best photos. Take a look.
CBS News Texas captured the excitement and energy of the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival through photos.
Cowtown lit up the streets of Downtown with smiles and lights during the annual Parade of Lights.
Check out photos of cars, trucks and SUV's on display this year at the Texas Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas.
We take a look back at Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia's time in Dallas.