Cornyn kicks off re-election campaign as Ken Paxton weighs primary challenge
With the potential for Attorney General Ken Paxton challenging him in the Republican primary, his campaign video emphasized his support for President Trump.
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With the potential for Attorney General Ken Paxton challenging him in the Republican primary, his campaign video emphasized his support for President Trump.
Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett mocked her state's governor during a weekend appearance, referring to Greg Abbott as "Gov. Hot Wheels" while speaking at a banquet in Los Angeles.
"I think that's right that the taxpayers of Texas should not bear the burden of what should be and is a national responsibility," Cruz said.
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.
Four crime scenes frame a familiar foe in North Texas for police and those who want it to end.
Two people have died after a gathering in an East Fort Worth city park led to a fight and two shooting calls Monday night, police said.
The suspect died from what is believed to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.
Due to his height, 24-year-old Jordan Wilmore was encouraged to play basketball his entire life. But policing was his true calling.
Shock and disbelief rippled through McKinney on Sunday after a former city manager and his wife were found dead inside their home.
Four crime scenes frame a familiar foe in North Texas for police and those who want it to end.
Two people have died after a gathering in an East Fort Worth city park led to a fight and two shooting calls Monday night, police said.
The suspect died from what is believed to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.
Due to his height, 24-year-old Jordan Wilmore was encouraged to play basketball his entire life. But policing was his true calling.
Shock and disbelief rippled through McKinney on Sunday after a former city manager and his wife were found dead inside their home.
Texas veterans could be at risk of losing the help they need to stay home.
A North Texas couple tracked their stolen airport luggage across Dallas using an AirTag — only to learn police couldn't act on the data alone.
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
It took Azellia Thompkins nearly a year to watch the video of her attempted suicide in the Scurry County jail. Now, she's hoping others will watch it.
The U.S. military has hit at least 30 alleged drug vessels in the region since early September, killing 107 people.
President Trump said the U.S. hit a "big facility" last week linked to alleged drug boat operations, as tensions ratchet up with Venezuela.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also announced President Trump will receive the Israel Prize for his work on peace negotiations.
Brian Cole told investigators he believed that the 2020 election had been tampered with and he felt "someone needs to speak up," the DOJ alleges in court documents.
French politicians were divided on Monday over how to pay tribute to the late Brigitte Bardot who, despite her screen legend, courted controversy in later life with her far-right views.
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.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
The first state-run psychiatric hospital will open next summer under the direction of UT Southwestern Medical Center in the heart of Dallas' Medical District.
A Georgia family celebrates their first Christmas with baby Anna Claire after life-saving heart surgery at Cook Children's in Fort Worth, a procedure other hospitals wouldn't attempt.
'Tis the season for holiday parties, air travel, and respiratory viruses.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
It's the Christmas surprise that no one wants to unwrap: a heart attack, and it happens more often than you may realize.
After years in the making, Texas Instruments' semiconductor factory in Sherman has officially begun production.
Smith and other Main Street businesses complained to Frisco about the impact on business.
Rodeo Dallas, a popular but controversial Deep Ellum nightclub, is getting back in the saddle. In Uptown.
"This is a Texas-sized investment in the future of our great state," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement.
American Airlines has announced plans to cut management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in North Texas.
Caleb Hawkins ran for two touchdowns and caught a scoring pass, Ashton Gray added a pair of rushing touchdowns and Cameron Dormer had two scoring catches as No. 23 North Texas beat San Diego State 49-47 in the New Mexico Bowl on Saturday night.
Russell Westbrook scored 21 points and moved past Magic Johnson for seventh place on the NBA's career assists list while leading the Sacramento Kings to a 113-107 win over the Dallas Mavericks.
The university fired ex-coach Sherrone Moore on Dec. 10 for having an "inappropriate relationship" with a female staffer.
Call it a Cowboys Christmas. It could be a new tradition for Cowboys fans.
Dak Prescott threw for 307 yards and two touchdowns, and the Dallas Cowboys blew most of an 18-point lead before squeezing past the Washington Commanders 30-23.
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
Actor Mario Rodriguez alleged in the lawsuit filed last week in California that Tyler Perry sexually assaulted him during encounters between 2014 and 2019.
French politicians were divided on Monday over how to pay tribute to the late Brigitte Bardot who, despite her screen legend, courted controversy in later life with her far-right views.
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
Mickey Lee, a former "Big Brother" houseguest known for her vibrant personality and bold gameplay, has died, her family announced in a social media post shared Friday.
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.
