Texas lawmaker blasts operators of Camp Mystic "Y'all are not ready to handle kids"
At a legislative hearing, a Texas lawmaker blasts operators of Camp Mystic, where 25 campers died in severe flooding on July 4: "Y'all are not ready to handle kids."
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At a legislative hearing, a Texas lawmaker blasts operators of Camp Mystic, where 25 campers died in severe flooding on July 4: "Y'all are not ready to handle kids."
An American flag with quite a story to tell came to Tarrant County on Thursday.
Banks and post offices will close on July Fourth, but many grocery stores, restaurants and other retailers plan to remain open. Here's what to know.
There are several family-friendly events across North Texas. Check out what's happening here.
Addison's Kaboom Town! is one of the biggest Independence Day celebrations around, ranked among the top three shows in the country.
If you're buying fireworks this year, some items may be pricier because of the tariff war between the U.S. and China.
About 525 drones will take flight as part of Sky Elements' highly anticipated show at the city's Sparks and Stripes Fourth of July celebration.
A family with a patriotic vision has people coming from all around to see what they've made.
AAA said 5.7 million Texans are expected to get out of town this weekend.
The U.S. trade war with China has sharply curbed fireworks imports. "The timing of the tariffs couldn't have hit at a worse time," one industry rep says.
Hundreds of volunteers will plant flags in front of homes, businesses, and places of worship to celebrate the 4th of July.
Witnesses told Fort Worth Police he put his baby in his car, but he turned back with a rifle in hand and opened fire.
Ahead of July 4, here are the states where fireworks sales are legal, where they're illegal and where various restrictions apply.
Stars, stripes and plenty of fun in the sun is how Fort Worth celebrates the Fourth of July.
Another year of Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest means a lot of calories consumed. Here's the breakdown.
Fireworks can make dogs feel anxious and scared. Veterinarians from around the country explain why and share advice for protecting your pets and keeping them calm on the Fourth of July.
If you're not one of the millions of people traveling for the holiday, here's where you can go to shop and eat.
Flags will be in front of homes, businesses, and places of worship throughout Irving to celebrate the Fourth of July.
CBS News Texas anchor Steve Pickett will emcee the event.
About 5.6 million Texans are expected to travel during the holiday week.
Bronshay Minter's family pushed back against the suggestion he would have been involved in a gunfight that police needed to stop, or that he may have threatened police with a firearm.
Captain Game Warden Cliff Swofford with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is stressing the importance of wearing a life jacket.
Arlington's police and fire departments say using drones through the Aviation Unit helps decrease response times and saves manpower.
Oak Cliff's Marsalis Park neighborhood is full of mainly seniors, who—this year—enjoyed a safe and mostly silent Independence Day.
The men's hot dog eating contest was delayed for nearly two hours on New York's Coney Island after thunderstorms hit the area.
The court dealt a blow to Gov. Abbott and state Republicans in their efforts to severely punish more than 50 Democrats.
The trial was scheduled for next week. What led to the postponement remains unclear.
The district will establish new boundaries for each school that will take in students from the consolidated campuses.
Friday will be warm and windy with increasing humidity.
Jalisco cartel boss Audias Flores Silva was arrested in an operation by Mexican Navy special forces based on information provided by U.S. agencies.
The court dealt a blow to Gov. Abbott and state Republicans in their efforts to severely punish more than 50 Democrats.
The trial was scheduled for next week. What led to the postponement remains unclear.
The district will establish new boundaries for each school that will take in students from the consolidated campuses.
Friday will be warm and windy with increasing humidity.
Jalisco cartel boss Audias Flores Silva was arrested in an operation by Mexican Navy special forces based on information provided by U.S. agencies.
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
State records show regulators ordered the removal of a plastic gas pipe installed in the early 1970s after it was linked to multiple explosions and deaths in North Texas.
The court dealt a blow to Gov. Abbott and state Republicans in their efforts to severely punish more than 50 Democrats.
Sens. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois and Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin say their concern is there may be more emergency exit doors than flight attendants in the event of an evacuation.
The FBI said Thursday that it's still trying to locate Monica Witt, who is accused of defecting to Iran in 2013 and revealing highly classified U.S. intelligence.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government plans to file a defamation lawsuit against The New York Times.
The launch is being backed by the American Mexican Leadership Council, a new national organization also debuting Thursday to elevate Mexican American leadership and advance U.S.-Mexico collaboration.
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.
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.
A Texas couple is filing a lawsuit accusing the AI company of guiding their teenage son in using drugs, resulting in a fatal overdose.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
More than 100 people from a cruise ship dealing with an outbreak of the rare and deadly hantavirus are set to be disembarked.
In 2002, Zermeño found out he contracted hantavirus after cleaning the family house following the death of his mother and sister. He had been exposed to rodent droppings and became infected.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
Expensive tickets, trouble getting visas and anti-American sentiment may all be contributing to underwhelming demand.
Herring said that in the year before tariffs, used car sales were just under half of his business at his dealership in Irving; Now, they are nearly 75 percent.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Weiser said "the last few years has required a heavy financial lift to continue operating."
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
Minnesota closed out a tight fourth quarter with clutch execution on both ends, holding off a late Dallas push to secure its second win of the season.
A fully rebuilt natural‑grass field, an advanced grow‑light system, and major interior upgrades prepare the Arlington venue for nine FIFA World Cup 2026 matches.
Arike Ogunbowale led Dallas (1-1) with 20 points in a similar fashion to the Wings' game one win against the Indiana Fever.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at the age of 29, the team announced.
Morton started Super Bowl V for the Dallas Cowboys and Super Bowl XII for the Denver Broncos, losing both.
Pop singer accuses electronics manufacturer Samsung of using a copyrighted image of her face to sell TVs.
"The question is what do they get themselves into that requires a visit to the mayor's office? I don't know, but I would love to," said Mattie Parker in an interview with CBS News Texas.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year on one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.
David Allan Coe also had hits with "You Never Even Called Me By My Name" and "The Ride" among others.
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.
