Trump vows to try banning mail-in voting before 2026 midterm elections
President Trump says he plans to sign an executive order "to end mail-in ballots, because they're corrupt." Here's what to know about his claims.
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President Trump says he plans to sign an executive order "to end mail-in ballots, because they're corrupt." Here's what to know about his claims.
Kamala Harris or Donald Trump will need to secure at least 270 votes in the Electoral College to win the 2024 presidential election.
Voting in Texas in the 2024 election is underway. Here are some key dates to know.
Forty-seven states and the District of Columbia allow voters to track the status of their ballot. Find out how to check yours.
Weeks before the 2024 election, early voting by mail or in person will be available in most states — here's a map with more information about early voting options.
Requests to vote by mail in three North Texas counties during this year's midterm election show a sharp decline from the midterm election four years ago.
New statistics show that nearly 24,636 mail-in ballots statewide were rejected, a rate of 12.38%.
A federal judge is criticizing the U.S. Postal Service for failing to comply with a deadline to sweep several facilities for missing mail-in ballots on Election Day.
A federal judge has ordered U.S. Postal Service inspectors to sweep locations in several states for left behind mail-in ballots and to send them to be counted immediately.
Weeks before early voting began and Election Day arrived, the U.S. 2020 Presidential Race was already the most litigated in memory.
Court filings confirm ballots are getting to some American voters late now a federal judge is stepping in, ordering the United States Postal Service to take the "extraordinary measures" the agency announced earlier this week to address the slow down.
New statistics show the U.S. Postal Service is doing a worse job of delivering the mail on time, raising concerns that some election may be delayed.
With the 2020 election a little more than two weeks away, the legal back-and-forth over the number of drop-off locations for hand delivered absentee ballots in Texas continues.
The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has sided with Republican Governor Greg Abbott and reinstated his order to shutdown dozens of mail-in ballot drop-off locations across the state of Texas.
On Wednesday the Texas Supreme Court ruled that more than 2 million people in the states most populous county -- and one of the worst impacted by COIVD-19 -- cannot send mail-in ballot applications to all registered voters.
The fight over mail balloting in Texas grew Monday when the state sued to stop more than two million registered voters around Houston from receiving applications to submit their ballots by mail.
Reaching back to a decision from the year 2000, President Donald Trump's lawyers are now trying to revive the Supreme Court decision that awarded George W. Bush the presidency to fight mail-in voting practices.
"If they follow through on that that will be a great thing because we have a lot of letter carriers who take pride in their job," said Kimetra Lewis, President of the National Association of Letter Carriers, Dallas Branch.
More Americans than ever are likely to cast a ballot by mail in this year's presidential election, and that means voters could face a learning curve in completing it properly and ensuring it arrives in time to be counted.
The Supreme Court has denied a request from Texas Democrats to fast-track a case concerning access mail-in voting amid the coronavirus pandemic.
With thousands expected for the FIFA World Cup, DFW homeowners could cash in – but only if they navigate strict city rules, taxes and Airbnb's eligibility requirements.
The self-proclaimed "Watermelon Capital of Texas" was once best known for its fruit output.
Authorities said the shootings unfolded behind a home off Irion Avenue after the three men walked into the alley together.
Homeowners near the Tyler Street traffic circle say years of collisions pushed the city to install a concrete barrier now under construction.
Isis Brantley, once arrested for braiding without a license, now teaches natural hair traditions nationwide and prepares for the 11th annual Braid Freedom Crown Fair Festival.
With thousands expected for the FIFA World Cup, DFW homeowners could cash in – but only if they navigate strict city rules, taxes and Airbnb's eligibility requirements.
Racing fans—get ready. The Java House Grand Prix of Arlington is set to roar into town this spring, bringing a brand‑new kind of excitement to North Texas.
The self-proclaimed "Watermelon Capital of Texas" was once best known for its fruit output.
Authorities said the shootings unfolded behind a home off Irion Avenue after the three men walked into the alley together.
Homeowners near the Tyler Street traffic circle say years of collisions pushed the city to install a concrete barrier now under construction.
Austin medical supply business accused of Medicare fraud, funneling millions overseas, federal complaint says.
As Texas, in recent years, has experienced an increase in its infant mortality rate, it has seen a growing interest in bereavement care for families.
Internal turmoil, missing records, and clashing narratives raise new questions about the nonprofit's management and oversight.
The CEO a Dallas nonprofit resigned after a CBS News Texas I-Team investigation that revealed the organization had failed to follow through on its core promises.
Seven years after a deadly school bus-train crash in Athens, the same crossing still lacks gates or lights—despite repeated promises to fix it.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Friday that the Pentagon would be canceling troops' attendance at some of the nation's top universities.
Voters in every precinct will have a distinct ballot, depending on what races are in play where they live.
Sen. John Cornyn, Ken Paxton and Rep. Wesley Hunt will all join Mr. Trump on his visit.
The usually low-key race has taken on a bigger profile this year with a contested Republican primary.
Former President Bill Clinton denied any knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes in an opening statement before the House Oversight Committee in New York.
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.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
The McKinney Fire Chief already has AED's placed in all police and fire vehicles.
Linda Potthoff of University Park says she had been short of breath for weeks before her condition suddenly worsened.
Nothing surgical could prepare her family for June 18, 2004, when her father was shot and killed on duty for the Grand Prairie Police Department.
The American Heart Association is partnering with Fort Worth PD to equip 150 patrol cars with the life-saving devices. Since officers are often first on the scene, this AHA-backed initiative aims to drastically improve survival rates across the community.
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.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
The wide receiver will be guaranteed a $27.3 million salary for the 2026 season.
"Chasing Victory: An INDYCAR Exhibition" showcases the speed, innovation and legacy of open-wheel racing.
Wyatt Johnston scored his 30th and 31st goals of the season as the Dallas Stars beat the Seattle Kraken 4-1.
"I know, like, later on, there'll be a full invite for all Team USA athletes to go to the White House like there has been in the past," decorated U.S. women's hockey veteran Kelly Pannek told CBS News.
Connor Hellebuyck stopped 41 of Team Canada's 42 shots in the Olympic gold medal match.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
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.
