Opal Lee calls for unity in letter to President Trump on inauguration day
An educator and civil rights advocate, Lee called for unity and hope, drawing deeply from Dr. Martin Luther King's enduring legacy.
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An educator and civil rights advocate, Lee called for unity and hope, drawing deeply from Dr. Martin Luther King's enduring legacy.
Dallas ISD student Deon Harris, this year's competition winner, visited the CBS News Texas studio on Saturday to share an excerpt from his powerful speech on Dr. King's vision of leadership and responsibility.
The national celebration for Dr. Martin Luther King Junior's birthday is Monday. Dallas is holding its parade on Saturday.
In Fort Worth, the message is clear: "Saddle up and bundle up" for the cold weather this weekend.
Volunteers started off at the MLK Community Center and were assigned to clean up one of eight zones in South Dallas.
A cold, powerful storm was affecting some planned activities this MLK Jr. holiday.
What started as a one-day MLK Jr. Day event has now turned into a week-long annual MLK End Hunger Challenge, an effort to combat hunger in the Fort Worth community.
DeSoto Mayor Rachel Proctor says DeSoto is reflecting Dr. King's "dream" through racial and ethnic diversity and expanding middle class.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. only made one visit to Fort Worth in his lifetime, but his brief trip left a lasting impact.
Around 250 organizations participated from non-profits to dancers to drill teams.
Marching bands and residents said they are proud to celebrate King's work and that they will carry the torch for the next generation.
North Texas elementary school students honored Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Friday by delivering original, inspirational speeches.
North Texas elementary school students honored Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Friday by delivering original, inspirational speeches.
We are off to a cold start with temperatures in the 30s. A beautiful MLK day ahead with sunny skies, light winds and highs in the lower 60s.
TBAAL Founder & President Curtis King says they're adapting to these challenging times, and they're not allowing even a pandemic to silence the music or the mission.
Due to COVID-19 concerns, Fort Worth will hold its MLK Day event virtually this year.
Martin Luther King Jr's birthday will be commemorated in Dallas with the unveiling of a city project meant to encourage unity.
"We usually get together in small groups of eight to 10 per table," explains Board Chair Beverley Wright, "and we have a facilitated conversation about race."
Finding a safe space to talk about race. That's been the goal of the Dallas Dinner Table for years.
Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day might have a different meaning for many Americans this year, that's because in 2020 the United States faced racial tensions similar to those that King experience during his lifetime.
"We have to do more... we have to do more," Mayor Johnson said. "MLK weekend, I feel, is the perfect weekend, the perfect time, the perfect moment for us to send a message to our entire city."
The Dallas student said he believes the best way to honor Dr. King's legacy is "to commit ourselves to his vision of nonviolence. Violence is not the solution to anything. Violence only breeds more violence."
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson issued a proclamation Friday declaring 2020 "a year of nonviolence" in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Luka Doncic had 18 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists for Dallas, which has lost four in a row. Jalen Brunson had 16 points.
The birthday of Martin Luther King Junior served as the inspiration for a project to restore dignity and respect to a cemetery where slaves are buried.
According to the press release, the driver lost control "in less than a minute" and crashed into a wooded area along the service road.
Frontier is offering a "divorce your old airline" deal after Southwest ends its longstanding "bags fly free" policy.
More than 400 homes were damaged, Oklahoma officials said, and a red flag warning was in effect Tuesday.
Hey, America: Give the Statue of Liberty back to France.
More than 24,000 federal probationary employees who worked across 18 agencies were fired as part of President Trump's efforts to reduce the size of government.
According to the press release, the driver lost control "in less than a minute" and crashed into a wooded area along the service road.
Frontier is offering a "divorce your old airline" deal after Southwest ends its longstanding "bags fly free" policy.
More than 400 homes were damaged, Oklahoma officials said, and a red flag warning was in effect Tuesday.
Hey, America: Give the Statue of Liberty back to France.
More than 24,000 federal probationary employees who worked across 18 agencies were fired as part of President Trump's efforts to reduce the size of government.
As Texas' measles outbreak grows, many North Texas doctors fear this is just the beginning, thanks to the increased vaccine hesitancy.
The new bill, introduced by Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL), seeks to add layers of protection to Bitcoin ATM transactions.
In one Tarrant County ZIP code, nearly two out of every 100 newborns aren't surviving their first year of life.
Perinatal palliative care remains rare. But for families like the Ngos, it provides a small sense of control when it's needed most.
Along with seasoned doctors and health care professionals working toward solutions, some medical students just getting started in their careers are also hoping to make a difference.
More than 24,000 federal probationary employees who worked across 18 agencies were fired as part of President Trump's efforts to reduce the size of government.
Russian President Vladimir Putin told President Trump that halting foreign aid to Ukraine is key to ending the war, the Kremlin says.
The government claimed it was not bound by the judge's order to block flights carrying gang members to El Salvador because it wasn't in writing.
Education advocates argue that Texas schools need even more funding to keep up with inflation and rising costs.
The Texas House proposed a competing resolution to the Texas Senate, which has proposed renaming the "New York Strip" as the "Texas Strip" and proclaiming that cut of meat as the official steak of Texas.
At Fort Worth ISD's North Side High School, the sounds of an American sport on the field meet mariachi music in the stands.
With new foods, such as the "Drowning Taquitos" and the "Beso de Angel," Tony's Taco Shop owners say they don't take their success for granted.
Latinas in Tech DFW started back up last year after the pandemic. They have lots of opportunities for Latinas to network, connect, and learn new skills.
Anchor Ken Molestina shows us how he makes his Cuban coffee for the CBS News Texas newsroom.
Del Olmo, who has played golf his entire life, recalls how rare the sport was for people like him growing up in Mexico City.
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.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
PepsiCo will acquire healthier soda brand Poppi as it strives to diversify into soda and snack offerings.
Organizers said the Expo was part of a national effort by the organization to reduce health and economic disparities.
Trader Joe's says some bottles of Gerolsteiner sparkling water may be cracked or damaged and should be discarded carefully.
Most cases have been from an outbreak in Texas and New Mexico, the CDC says.
Dr. Mehmet Oz, the former surgeon and television host, was nominated to head the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
These changes will take place May 28, right before the busy summer travel season.
President Trump's escalating trade war could impact the housing market in Texas, according to economists and industry experts.
Another retailer is relocating its headquarters to Plano.
The family that owns a parcel of land the historic building stands on agreed to donate it to the city.
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.
UCLA is the top overall seed in the women's NCAA March Madness tournament.
Auburn is the top overall seed in the NCAA Tournament, with Duke, Houston and Florida joining the Tigers on the No. 1 line in the March Madness bracket.
Mikko Rantanen tapped his heart as the video screen showed highlights of his Colorado Avalanche career, culminating with him hoisting the Stanley Cup.
Quentin Grimes scored 28 points in his first game against his former team and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Dallas Mavericks 130-125 in a matchup of injury-depleted clubs.
The Rockets' Tari Eason scored a career-high 30 points, and Jalen Green added 23 points with nine rebounds.
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their home last week in a gated community in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Fans could hardly contain themselves when rock icon Kid Rock took the stage in Fort Worth Wednesday morning.
Carl Dean, the husband of Dolly Parton, died Monday in Nashville, the singer said in a statement.
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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.
CBS News Texas viewers got out and enjoyed the snow day on Thursday and send us all of their best photos. Take a look.
CBS News Texas captured the excitement and energy of the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival through photos.
Cowtown lit up the streets of Downtown with smiles and lights during the annual Parade of Lights.
