Texans Join In Silence Friday For School Victims
Gov. Rick Perry has asked Texans to join him in a moment of silence Friday in memory of the 26 victims of the Connecticut school shootings.
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Gov. Rick Perry has asked Texans to join him in a moment of silence Friday in memory of the 26 victims of the Connecticut school shootings.
Five days after the murder of 20 children and six faculty members at a Connecticut elementary school, President Obama announced the formation of a task force to provide immediate recommendations of how to reduce gun violence.
The National Rifle Association is breaking its silence four days after a school shooting in Newtown, Conn., where 26 were killed, including 20 children.
Following the events in Connecticut last Friday, there is a fundamental question that keeps crossing my mind: Why did this have to happen? How many more schools need to be shot up before we act? How many children need to die over a Constitutional Amendment that addressed the right for Americans to possess muskets?
J.J. Pearce High School in Richardson will be holding a candlelight vigil on Tuesday night at 7 p.m. in remembrance of the victims of last week's school shooting in Newtown, Connecticut.
The tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut has once again ignited a conversation about gun control – across the country and in North Texas.
The uncle of a six-year-old victim in the Connecticut elementary school shoot says his niece was friendly girl who offered him and his wife support.
The tragedy may have happened 1600 miles away, but at Liberty High School in Frisco, students are grieving.
A tragedy like the one that hit the small Connecticut town of Newtown underscores the concern of parents everywhere that their community may not be immune to senseless violence.
State officials are directing Texas school districts to review their emergency operation plans in the wake of the school massacre in Connecticut.
Parents across the country are struggling to find words to talk to their children regarding the Newtown, Connecticut shooting that killed 20 young children.
President Barack Obama spoke at about 2:15 local time for about five minutes regarding the tragic elementary school shooting in Newtown, Connecticut.
A student at McKinney Boyd High School was detained on Monday night after making threatening statements on facebook. The McKinney Police Department received several tips on the posts, which included details on how to carry out a mass shooting at the high school.
Police shot and killed an armed 15-year-old student Wednesday at a Texas junior high school.
Students and professors could soon be 'packing heat' at universities across the state. Proponents say the move could deter a 'Virginia Tech' type of situation. Opponents think the proposed bill will make campuses less safe.
A Dallas County Community College was on lockdown for about an hour Monday after a report that a suicidal male student with a gun was barricaded in a campus bathroom.
Hundreds of federal aviation employees received groceries at DFW Airport, with more support events planned as the shutdown continues.
A startup in North Dallas is building a fleet of humanoid robots for parties, conventions, and corporate events – and demand is growing fast.
Police say the suspect approached a parked vehicle, argued with a woman inside, and opened fire before allegedly taking his own life.
Police say the dog that mauled the boy and his mother belonged to the mother's boyfriend and was euthanized, and that the owner is not facing charges.
Ten U.S. service members were injured in an attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, according to multiple U.S. officials.
Police say the suspect approached a parked vehicle, argued with a woman inside, and opened fire before allegedly taking his own life.
Hundreds of federal aviation employees received groceries at DFW Airport, with more support events planned as the shutdown continues.
A startup in North Dallas is building a fleet of humanoid robots for parties, conventions, and corporate events – and demand is growing fast.
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Police say the dog that mauled the boy and his mother belonged to the mother's boyfriend and was euthanized, and that the owner is not facing charges.
Since early February, residents of the Big Bend region have been outspoken about border wall plans.
The moratorium does not affect companies already enrolled in Medicare.
The state is already home to nearly 400 data centers, but hundreds more are in the works.
The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
It started with a complaint from a male officer.
Ten U.S. service members were injured in an attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, according to multiple U.S. officials.
SMU political science professor Matthew Wilson discusses the May U.S. Senate GOP primary runoff between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton. Wilson tells Jack Fink that James Talarico is giving Democrats one of their best chances to win a statewide office in 32 years.
Texas governor nominee Gina Hinojosa discusses her March 3 victory in a crowded Democratic primary. Hinojossa tells CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink about her priorities in her run against Governor Greg Abbott in the November general election.
New Texas regulations taking effect March 31 will cap THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson said he hasn't made up his mind yet on the future of Dallas City Hall, the iconic landmark designed by renowned architect I.M. Pei. But in an exclusive interview with CBS News Texas Thursday afternoon, he said he remains confident in the cost estimates to fix it.
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.
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.
New Texas regulations taking effect March 31 will cap THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
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 teams traded baskets and chances most of the night.
Ilya Sorokin made 26 saves to help the Islanders beat the Stars 2-1 on Thursday night.
Kyle Schwarber and Alec Bohm both went yard, and Cristopher Sánchez struck out 10 batters as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Texas Rangers, 5-3, on Opening Day.
Jack Hughes scored twice in a four-goal first period as New Jersey beat Dallas 6-4, ending the Stars' run without consecutive regulation losses.
Marc Bindel will be formally welcomed as both the head coach and athletic coordinator at a March 30 school board meeting.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Local reports estimate that roughly 40,000 people gathered across central Seoul to watch K-pop band BTS reunite.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island was released to the media Friday.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
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.
