Eye on Politics: Third North Texas member of Congress plans to retire
Jack Fink covers the biggest political stories of the week in the latest episode of Eye on Politics.
John Cornyn
Senator Cornyn says he's optimistic Congress will avert "highly unlikely" government shutdown
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.
Facing fentanyl head-on: Texas Sen. John Cornyn raises awareness in Dallas
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) is once again raising awareness in North Texas about the fentanyl crisis.
Biden walks along U.S.-Mexico border in trip to Texas
The visit is his first to the U.S.-Mexico border as president.
Advocates push to make a Texas law related to child sexual abuse a federal law
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.
Eye on Politics: Race for Dallas Co. District Attorney, new governor's race poll
In this episode (original airdate: 9-22), Jack sits down with both candidates running for Dallas County District Attorney.
Tensions escalate after Gov. Abbott sends migrants by bus to Vice President Harris' house
Governor Abbott said he sent the buses to the Vice President's home after she said in Houston last week the border was secure.
Sen. Cornyn calls Texas AG Paxton's legal woes an 'embarrassment'
AG Ken Paxton has been under state felony indictment since 2015 on securities fraud charges and is separately being investigated by the FBI.
Texas Senator John Cornyn travels to Ukraine, meets with Zelenskyy
Cornyn and the group said their purpose was to let President Zelenskyy know that the US 'stands squarely behind Ukraine.
Senators Cruz, Cornyn Repeated Their Concerns In Questioning Supreme Court Nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson
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.
Senators Cruz, Cornyn Repeated Their Concerns In Questioning Supreme Court Nominee Ketanji Brown Jac
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.
Border Crisis In Spotlight As Democrat, Republican Lawmakers Take Dueling Trips To Texas
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.
Biden's Executive Actions Questioned By Texas Sen. John Cornyn After Call For Unity During Inauguration Speech
"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.
Texas Sen. John Cornyn Wins Fourth Term After Defeating Challenger MJ Hegar
Incumbent U.S. Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) has won a fourth term after defeating Democratic challenger Mary "MJ" Hegar.
US Senate Candidate MJ Hegar Rallies Supporters In North Texas Hours Before Election Day: 'It's 4th And Goal'
The decorated combat veteran has crossed the state during the past couple of days from Houston, Austin, San Antonio and the Rio Grande Valley.
Texas Sen. John Cornyn Calls For Public Hearing On Fort Hood Disappearances, Deaths
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. Cornyn, Cruz Urge Trump Administration To Continue Federal Funding Of Testing Sites In Texas
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 To File Bill To Make Juneteenth A Federal Holiday
Texas Sen. John Cornyn announced Thursday that he will be introducing a bill to make Juneteenth a federal holiday.
'Texas Sized Justice': Senate Republicans Unveil Proposed Changes For Police
Senate Republicans unveiled proposed changes to police procedures and accountability Wednesday, aiming for what Sen. John Cornyn calls "Texas sized justice."
Sen. John Cornyn Drafting Bill On Immunity From COVID-19-Related Lawsuits For Businesses, Health Care Workers
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.
Cornyn: Texas To Receive $237M Federal Grant For Coronavirus Response
The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) will receive a $236 million federal grant to aid its response to the coronavirus pandemic. $236,756,360.44 to be exact.
Senator John Cornyn's Victory Speech On Super Tuesday
Senator John Cornyn victory speech for the Republican nomination for Senate in 2020
US Senator John Cornyn Weighs In On Trump Impeachment Before Trial Begins
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-Texas) said Friday there's a better option to dismissing the articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump before the trial begins.
Latina voting organizer Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez enters race for Cornyn's Senate seat
The founder of a Latino progressive group in Texas is joining the growing list of Democrats challenging Republican Sen. John Cornyn in 2020.
Leaders Disagree Over Calls For Texas Legislature, Congress To Pass Gun Reform
In the wake of a mass shooting that left 20 dead in El Paso, leaders in Texas continue to disagree on calls for legislature and Congress to pass gun reform laws.
CBS News Texas — Watch Live 24/7
Latest News
Garland police searching for gunman after 15-year-old found dead
The shooting happened around 6 p.m. on Dec. 6 in the 3900 block of Roanoke Drive.
Donald Trump heading back to court today as New York fraud trial nears end
Former President Donald Trump has attended the trial eight times and testified on Nov. 6. He is also expected to be the final defense witness next week.
Desoto High School teacher on leave after controversial video surfaces on social media
Police are investigating a Desoto High School teacher after a video surfaced on social media of what appears to show a physical altercation between him and a student.
Affordable housing a "crisis" in Dallas, speakers urge council to boost funding
A clearer picture has emerged in Dallas of the priorities in a proposed $1-billion bond package in the works for next year.
Your Dollars & Sense: Is it time to cut the cord?
CBS News Texas' Keith Russell tackles personal finance in this weekly segment.
Latest News
More Latest News
Garland police searching for gunman after 15-year-old found dead
The shooting happened around 6 p.m. on Dec. 6 in the 3900 block of Roanoke Drive.
Family services needs help identifying child abandoned outside Baylor emergency room
Do you recognize Alejandra? She was dropped off at Baylor's ER on Monday, Dec. 4. Hospital workers said they think she's 6 years old.
Donald Trump heading back to court today as New York fraud trial nears end
Former President Donald Trump has attended the trial eight times and testified on Nov. 6. He is also expected to be the final defense witness next week.
Desoto High School teacher on leave after controversial video surfaces on social media
Police are investigating a Desoto High School teacher after a video surfaced on social media of what appears to show a physical altercation between him and a student.
Affordable housing a "crisis" in Dallas, speakers urge council to boost funding
A clearer picture has emerged in Dallas of the priorities in a proposed $1-billion bond package in the works for next year.
The I-Team
More The I-Team
Dallas man caught at the border allegedly trying to smuggle 187 guns into Mexico
Santiago Ramirez, 26, of Dallas faces up to 30 years in prison on multiple gun trafficking charges.
$100 cap on ambulance rides – new recommendation would end surprise billing
Every year, more than 3 million Americans are rushed to a hospital by an ambulance. For many, this unexpected ride can cost hundreds, if not thousands of dollars, out of pocket.
North Texas sex trafficking case closed without arrest
Nearly 20 months has passed since a North Texas girl disappeared from a Mavericks game, only to be found days later with sex traffickers.
Local woman believes solar contractors exploited late stepmother
The popularity of solar panels is exploding. But with popularity comes the potential for abuse.
Unexpected property tax statements deliver anxiety to Tarrant County homeowners
When the statements arrived with a red-outlined "Pay This Amount" listed on a payment coupon, Tarrant County homeowners couldn't make sense of what appeared to be a bill.
Politics
More Politics
Donald Trump heading back to court today as New York fraud trial nears end
Former President Donald Trump has attended the trial eight times and testified on Nov. 6. He is also expected to be the final defense witness next week.
Kevin McCarthy announces he will retire at the end of December
"I have decided to depart the House at the end of this year to serve America in new ways," McCarthy wrote in an op-ed for the Wall Street Journal.
Trump says he would be a dictator only on "Day One" if he wins a second term
Former President Donald Trump would not say whether he plans to go after political opponents if he were re-elected president .
State Rep pleads no contest to attempting to impersonate a public servant charges
State Representative Frederick Frazier of McKinney came to the Collin County Courthouse to plead no contest to two class "A" misdemeanor charges.
Biden says he's "not sure" he'd be running if Trump weren't
President Biden made the comment during a campaign fundraiser in Boston on Tuesday.
Consumer News
More Consumer News
Amazon facilities in North Texas prepped, ready for Cyber Monday orders
To prepare for Cyber Monday, the Amazon Fulfillment Center in Grapevine hired an additional 800 employees to handle the influx of packages coming in and out of the facility.
Are the days of the mad rush to stores for Black Friday discounts over?
The days of chaotic lines, doorbuster sales, and the mad rush for discounts inside stores seem to be fading as more people shop online.
Your favorite Thanksgiving side could be more expensive this year
Thanksgiving is just around the corner! If you're hosting dinner this year, get ready for a rise in prices.
Shopping on Amazon Prime Day? Here's what you need to know
At one of the largest Amazon delivery hubs, associates and drivers are hitting the ground bright and early for Amazon Prime Day.
Schumer asks FDA to investigate Logan Paul's energy drink
PRIME faces scrutiny from lawmakers and health experts over its potentially dangerous levels of caffeine.
Health News
More Health News
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Protein bars recalled after hairnet and shrink wrap found in products
Recalled Burn Boot Camp snacks were sold at locations run by gym franchises throughout the U.S.
COVID variant BA.2.86 triples in new CDC estimates
A highly-mutated descendant called JN.1 could be to blame.
Millions of U.S. women face obstacles to getting maternity care
More than a third of counties in the U.S. don't have a hospital or birth center that offers obstetric care or any obstetric health care providers, one report says.
Most applesauce lead poisonings were in toddlers, FDA says
One family said their son had eaten the pouches up to six times a day.
Business News
More Business News
Are the days of the mad rush to stores for Black Friday discounts over?
The days of chaotic lines, doorbuster sales, and the mad rush for discounts inside stores seem to be fading as more people shop online.
Feds: Southwest's customer service failed during flight cancellations last winter
The federal government may be preparing to penalize Southwest Airlines for thousands of flight cancellations that affected more than 2 million travelers last December.
American Airlines posts $545 million loss on higher labor costs in a time of big profits for rivals
American Airlines is reporting a $545 million loss for the third quarter due to higher labor costs.
Amazon will start testing drones that will drop prescriptions on your doorstep, literally
Amazon will soon make prescription drugs fall from the sky when the e-commerce giant becomes the latest company to test drone deliveries.
Wanna get away? Southwest adds 5 new enhancements to rewards program
The changes begin next month.
Sports News
More Sports News
Coming soon, longtime Red River Rivalry extended to stay at the Cotton Bowl
The University of Texas and University of Oklahoma have agreed to a contract extension to keep the historic Allstate Red River Rivalry football game at the Cotton Bowl through 2036.
Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy to get appendix removed
According to the team, McCarthy experienced abdominal pain Wednesday morning "that warranted further evaluation and resulted in a diagnosis of acute appendicitis."
Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland shrugs off blip in historic season as Eagles await
Dallas cornerback DaRon Bland has gone from pick-6s to getting picked apart in his breakthrough NFL season.
Vasilevskiy, Kucherov help Lightning end 4-game skid in 4-0 win over Stars
Vasilevskiy stopped 25 shots for his first shutout of the season, NHL points leader Kucherov had a goal and an assist, and the Lightning beat the Stars 4-0 to snap a four-game skid.
Texas will make first College Football Playoff appearance in program history
The third-seeded Longhorns (12-1) are in the CFP for the first time.
Weather
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Your Dollars & Sense: Is it time to cut the cord?
CBS News Texas' Keith Russell tackles personal finance in this weekly segment.
Norman Lear, legendary TV producer, dies at age 101
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
Taylor Swift is TIME's 2023 Person of the Year
"This is the proudest and happiest I've ever felt," Taylor Swift told TIME after being named the magazine's Person of the Year for 2023.
1958's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" tops Billboard chart for first time
Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" outperformed familiar chart-topper Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You."
Grand Theft Auto VI trailer: 7 things we learned from the teaser
Grand Theft Auto is one of the best-selling entertainment franchises of all time, with millions of fans awaiting its next release.
Latest Videos
More Latest Videos
Latest Videos
Shane James held on capital murder charges after 6 killed in string of shootings
Thirty-four-year-old Shane James has been charged with capital murder after he allegedly went on a shooting rampage killing his parents and four others, as well as injuring two police officers.
Warm, breezy weather pushes in overnight
Warm, breezy weather pushes in for Thursday and Friday. On Thursday, highs will be near 70. South winds could gust to 35 mph at times. We'll see partly cloudy skies.
Desoto High School teacher on leave after controversial video surfaces on social media
The Desoto school district said the teacher was placed on leave as soon as it was made aware of the video.
Dallas ISD’s Career Institute South carpentry students crafting gifts
This holiday season carpentry students at Dallas ISD’s Career Institute South are crafting special gifts to help put a smile on the faces of sick children at the Ronald McDonald House.
Ancient methane escaping from melting glaciers could potentially warm the planet even more
Carbon dioxide emissions from cars and factories are the primary driver of climate change, and can stay in the atmosphere for hundreds of years.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
Painting for peace: Texas artist joins Israel–Hamas war protests
Dallas artist Roberto Marquez traveled to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt, the U.S. capital and will attend this weekend's statewide protest in Austin.
Went And Took It: Texas Rangers 2023 World Series victory parade
On Friday, hundreds of thousands of fans gathered outside and all around Globe Life Field in Arlington to celebrate the Texas Rangers historical World Series win!
Sweeter than candy: NICU babies too cute to spook!
Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at several Texas Health hospitals were dressed in creative costumes for Halloween.
Fried food & Ferris wheels: Colorful sights from the State Fair of Texas
Is that the smell of cotton candy, beignets and brisket wafting over Fair Park? It sure is, and we are here for it!
Life in plastic — it's fantastic! NICU babies living the Barbie life
No one puts these dolls back in their boxes. Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth are pretty in pink!
