Hurricane Laura Evacuees Safe In North Texas But Face Uncertainty About Returning Home
Although Hurricane Laura evacuees are safe in North Texas, many of them face uncertainty about returning to their homes -- or what's left of them.
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Although Hurricane Laura evacuees are safe in North Texas, many of them face uncertainty about returning to their homes -- or what's left of them.
First responders in North Texas are answering the call for help along the coast, deploying teams to take part in the Hurricane Laura response.
Hurricane Laura made landfall in southwestern Louisiana as a ferocious Category 4 storm with 150 mph winds early Thursday morning.
Oil and gas producers have evacuated platforms and rigs in the Gulf of Mexico and companies are shutting down refineries in the path of Hurricane Laura.
Tropical Storm Marco is quickly approaching landfall in Louisiana, with Laura -- which could become a strong hurricane -- following right behind this week. Texas could see activity from both of these storms.
Marco was upgraded to a Category 1 hurricane Sunday and is expected to make landfall on the Louisiana coast Monday. The latest track has it moving northwest through North Texas.
Tropical Storm Cristobal made landfall on the U.S. coast Sunday, bringing 50 mph winds and heavy rain.
Tropical Storm Cristobal continues to progress toward the U.S. Gulf Coast and is expected make landfall on Sunday.
Cristobal strengthened into a tropical storm on Friday as it approaches the U.S. Gulf Coast, the National Hurricane Center said.
Both men who worked at the Richwood Correctional Center had diabetes, their families said.
At least seven people were killed Wednesday after severe storms and tornadoes ripped through parts of Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana.
Texas state troopers are now screening travelers coming into the state from Louisiana in accordance with an executive order issued by Gov. Greg Abbott.
Ruby Alexander, 79, died Tuesday night. The Baylor guard was the youngest of her nine grandchildren. Mulkey said Alexander, who she described as "vivacious," spent weeks at a time in Waco and attended many Baylor games.
Ellis Marsalis Jr., a jazz pianist whose talents and teachings spread from New Orleans around the world, died on April 1 after medical complications related to COVID-19.
The DPS said in it would not disclose details about enforcement, adding there would be no checkpoint on the Louisiana border at this time.
Saying the move is being made to slow and manage the growing pandemic, Texas is ratcheting up restrictions one of the growing hot spots for COVID-19 -- neighboring Louisiana.
A 2002 Ford F-350 truck driven by Willy Buchan of Tyler, Texas struck the pregnant mother's Camry from behind — killing her, her soon-to-be twins and her 7-year-old son.
A Texas attorney has pleaded guilty and been sentenced to five years in a Louisiana prison for breaking his girlfriend's eye socket and knocking out a tooth.
Four Texas men are accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of jewelry from a Louisiana store Thursday evening.
Police are investigating after a Dallas Fire-Rescue ambulance was stolen on February 2.
The United States Marshal's Service in Shreveport, Louisiana, arrested a 31-year-old woman for the stabbing death of Antonio Merle, who was murdered in Arlington last weekend.
An East Texas deputy has died after being shot multiple times during a traffic stop early Tuesday morning, authorities said.
A small dog almost caused a huge mess on a Louisiana road last week while its owner was left mostly helpless.
Doncic highlighted his triple-double by scoring eight of his 25 points in the final five minutes, and the Mavericks topped New Orleans 123-116 in the Pelicans' home opener Friday night.
Burrow delivered all the big throws for the Tigers in a wild 45-38 win over the No. 9 Longhorns Saturday night in one of the biggest nonconference matchups of the season.
Families pressed state officials for answers Wednesday as the Texas Education Agency confirmed it will replace the superintendent, appoint a board of managers, and begin oversight aimed at improving failing campuses.
Whole milk is heading back to school lunch cafeterias.
A shooting occurred Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after ICE officers were attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Five congressional Democrats say they have received inquiries from the DOJ after they appeared in a video urging members of the military not to follow "illegal orders" — a move the lawmakers allege is political intimidation.
The animals are evidence in a DOJ‑led cruelty investigation after a video surfaced of the ranch owner shooting a dog.
Families pressed state officials for answers Wednesday as the Texas Education Agency confirmed it will replace the superintendent, appoint a board of managers, and begin oversight aimed at improving failing campuses.
Whole milk is heading back to school lunch cafeterias.
A shooting occurred Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after ICE officers were attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Five congressional Democrats say they have received inquiries from the DOJ after they appeared in a video urging members of the military not to follow "illegal orders" — a move the lawmakers allege is political intimidation.
The animals are evidence in a DOJ‑led cruelty investigation after a video surfaced of the ranch owner shooting a dog.
From laptops to vapes, lithium‑ion devices are driving emergency landings and evacuations as airlines push for stronger rules and better containment tools.
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.
A shooting occurred Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after ICE officers were attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Five congressional Democrats say they have received inquiries from the DOJ after they appeared in a video urging members of the military not to follow "illegal orders" — a move the lawmakers allege is political intimidation.
Jonathan Ross, who shot Renee Good in Minneapolis last week, suffered internal bleeding after the incident, two officials said, though it's not clear how extensive the bleeding was.
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
The official proclamation says the road will ensure "that his legacy continues to inspire future generations."
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.
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.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
'Tis the season: for sniffles, but before you blame the holiday gathering at grandma's for your coughing, sneezy misery, look around.
In Plano, Dragonfly Scans is a healthcare company that wants to show you what's happening inside your body.
Salad and Go, a drive-thru salad chain, said on Wednesday that it will close all remaining Texas and Oklahoma stores.
Venezuela is said to have the largest amount of these reserves in the world.
Trump said the "whole infrastructure" of Venezuela has to be rebuilt and that American companies would be used to rebuild it.
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.
After years in the making, Texas Instruments' semiconductor factory in Sherman has officially begun production.
Two past Dallas Open champions, Americans Tommy Paul and Riley Opelka, are also set to compete.
Amber Glenn can now add Olympian to her resume after putting together a phenomenal free skate, which won her a third consecutive U.S. Figure Skating title.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
Cooper Flagg scored 27 points and matched a season high with three blocks, and Naji Marshall had three straight baskets down the stretch and finished with 22 points as the depleted Dallas Mavericks beat the Brooklyn Nets 113-105.
The Bulls put seven players in double figures, outscored the Mavericks 38-8 in fast-break points and never trailed.
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
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.
