Dallas County Wants Elderly To Beat The Heat
In neighborhoods across Dallas, the concern during the current string of 100+ degree days North Texas is the connection between elderly homeowners and their reluctance to run air conditioning units.
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In neighborhoods across Dallas, the concern during the current string of 100+ degree days North Texas is the connection between elderly homeowners and their reluctance to run air conditioning units.
After 25 consecutive days of triple digit weather North Texans are resorting to just about anything to bring relief.
The Texas Department of Transportation is asking those who use a stretch of FM 1378 from Lucas to Fairview to attend a public meeting in at at Sloan Creek Middle School today.
If North Texans have had more heat than they can stand this summer, the same can be said for their water lines.
Veterinarians and state health officials say an increase in rabies cases, particularly in parts of North Texas, may be due to the drought forcing wild rabid animals into more populated areas to find water.
When Barbara Van Poole decided to put a South Dallas home up for rent last month, she didn't have to wait long for interest. Ten applications came in almost instantly for the modest three-bedroom house.
Dry, warm climates are usually good news for grape growers, but this year even North Texas vineyards are struggling. At Lone Oak Vineyard and Winery in Burleson, the drought means an earlier harvest.
A North Texas teen is fighting for his life after collapsing on the basketball court. His family says he was the picture of health. Now, the mother of another Plano athlete who lost her child is reaching out to help save lives.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has come out with 700 jobs for North Texas. All sorts of jobs. It's interesting to see how many professions stack up.
Triple digit temperatures have become somewhat of a fixture in North Texas. Yet, despite the oppressive heat, many families still ventured to the Fort Worth Zoo Saturday.
Ian McCrery has not seen his mother Julianne McCrery since she was arrested last month. The body of his six-year-old brother Camden Hughes was found in a wooded area near the New Hampshire-Maine border.
A North Texas man has been convicted of capital murder in the deaths of his pregnant wife, daughter and father-in-law.
In the heart of Ellis County, sprawled across 2,200 acres of land, you'll find Calvert Farms. "We primarily grow cotton, corn, wheat and this year – we're growing some sunflowers," farmer Lee Calvert said.
As temperatures eclipse the century mark, several area energy companies want to ensure that North Texas residents have working air conditioners. They may even pay to have it inspected.
North Texas stands out as one of the few bright spots after a disappointing jobs report showed U.S. unemployment ticked up again in the month of April.
The state budget includes $856 million that will help build new bridges and improve roads to relieve congestion throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Area.
The United Way of Dallas is expected to announce funding recipients Wednesday morning that for the first time in decades, will not include groups like the Boy Scouts and the Volunteer Center of North Texas.
Dark clouds hung in the sky and doomsday warnings spread like wildfire leading up to this supposed judgment weekend. But when the clock finally struck 6 p.m., this May 21, 2011, North Texas seemed, well, the same as usual, actually.
What a great stretch of weather we have seen. Monday has featured another great sunny day with low humidity. We will get one more really nice day with low humidity and not much wind.
A man facing a charge of driving while intoxicated has been elected mayor of a small North Texas town, defeating the incumbent.
The debates are finished, the yard signs are in full-force and voters can finally descend to the polls to speak with their ballots on this Election Day.
The strong upper level low that has influenced our weather the past few days is now centered over Central Kansas. This upper level system like all upper level lows has a lot of cold air in it.
Most of North Texas saw some much needed rain earlier this month. However, the National Weather Service says it barely made a dent in the historic drought the state is suffering.
Zarmina Anwary's husband Nico is overseas serving in Afghanistan. They are one of a growing number of North Texas families with family members overseas, concerned about a backlash following Osama bin Laden's death.
"Puffing," leaving your car running and unattended to warm up, is illegal under Texas law and can lead to fines of up to $500.
A 24‑year‑old woman describes living in her car before securing a rare emergency bed, while Elevate North Texas works to keep vulnerable young adults out of the cold.
The National Transportation Safety Board announced it has opened an investigation into Waymo robotaxis following a series of incidents in Austin involving school buses filled with children.
A Florida man faces dozens of child pornography charges following an investigation that began with a referral from law enforcement officials in California, authorities said on Friday.
North Texas' incoming ice storm forced the national cheer competition in Fort Worth to end early, leaving families scrambling to compete quickly and get home before roads and flights deteriorate.
Saturday began with rain, sleet and snow in parts of North Texas, with temperatures falling into the low 30s by 3 a.m.
"Puffing," leaving your car running and unattended to warm up, is illegal under Texas law and can lead to fines of up to $500.
North Texas is feeling the impact of the winter storm that is sweeping across the region. With forecasts calling for freezing rain, sleet and snow, roads are expected to be hazardous.
More than 1,000 flights into or out of DFW on Saturday have already been canceled.
A 24‑year‑old woman describes living in her car before securing a rare emergency bed, while Elevate North Texas works to keep vulnerable young adults out of the cold.
A CBS News Texas investigation found those daily meals no longer being delivered to schools, despite the nonprofit's claims to the contrary.
It once fed thousands of kids. So, how did a Dallas non-profit's core mission fall apart? CBS News Texas investigates.
A Fort Worth firefighter severely burned in the line of duty is speaking out after his family, the public and politicians said the workers' compensation system failed him, denying him of much needed care.
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.
European veterans, families of the fallen, and politicians are voicing outrage over Trump's claim NATO allies stayed behind the front lines in Afghanistan.
One year after President Trump announced it, the U.S. has finalized its withdrawal from the World Health Organization. Infectious disease experts call the decision "scientifically reckless."
The Department of Homeland Security disputes a Minnesota school district's claims that ICE agents used a 5-year-old boy as bait before taking the boy and his father into custody Wednesday.
The Justice Dept. suggested independent journalist Don Lemon could be charged after he was seen in video of a protest inside a church in St. Paul on Sunday.
Geraldo Lunas Campos died following an altercation with guards at Camp East Montana, a tent facility on the grounds of Fort Bliss.
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 state of Texas is investing $50 million in research on psychedelic therapies.
Walk with a Doc invites community members to join low-pressure group walks led by physicians.
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.
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.
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.
Kevin Johnson died from "blunt head trauma and stab wounds" at a homeless encampment, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner said.
Ryan Wedding, a 44-year-old Canadian national, was added to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list last year.
Parker was previously the secondary coach for the Philadelphia Eagles.
Jason Robertson scored two goals, Justin Hryckowian had a goal and two assists, and the Dallas Stars ended a three-game skid while snapping the Boston Bruins' six-game winning streak, 6-2.
Carlos Beltrán was a nine-time All-Star during his 20-year MLB career. Andruw Jones was a five-time All-Star and won 10 Gold Gloves.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
An assistant for "Queer Eye" star Karamo Brown told "CBS Mornings" he would not be joining Tuesday's interview with the cast ahead of the release of the series' 10th and final season.
The publisher of the Daily Mail tabloid denies claims by Prince Harry and other celebrities of "unlawful information gathering."
A new class at Texas Christian University is drawing students in with a hit TV series and a clear path toward a real-world career.
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
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.
