Residential solar industry growing with help of "sales bros"
Big solar companies oftentimes outsource on-the-ground sales efforts to third-party companies.
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Big solar companies oftentimes outsource on-the-ground sales efforts to third-party companies.
Following an I-Team investigation, Sunnova Energy is facing legal action from nearly a dozen Texas families.
Over the past several months, the CBS News Texas I-Team has reported on solar panel horror stories. This time, we set out to find a success story.
"I just jumped up and went woo-hoo!"
A Garland woman was surprised when she received a $97,000 bill for solar panels she doesn't have.
Families across Texas are sharing similar stories of their experience with the solar company Sunnova.
"I literally busted out crying."
A vast solar farm with over 621,000 panels shimmer like a mirage but with the capability to power close to 60,000 residential customers — or one very big stadium.
A North Texas family is stuck dealing with debt they say their father was tricked into taking on.
A viewer asked CBS News Texas this question about solar panels: "Based on the sales pitch we get from the solar guys, they must be a huge savings on the electric bills. True or not?"
CBS News Texas recently received a viewer question about solar power's contributions to the grid.
Anthony Davis could be close to returning to the Dallas Mavericks after a six-week injury absence.
Texas' season ended when the Longhorns blew a 13-point lead in an 86-80 loss to Xavier and finished 19-16 overall.
When Arlington officers arrived at the scene, they found a car fully engulfed in flames.
The press release said, the man was "experiencing hallucinations and acted on the delusional belief that he was under attack and that his family had been killed."
As for Sunday, temperatures will climb in the 80s and gusty winds up to 25 mph will be possible ahead of an advancing front.
Anthony Davis could be close to returning to the Dallas Mavericks after a six-week injury absence.
The body of a 1-year-old boy has been recovered after a car crashed into the Trinity River, officials confirmed Sunday morning.
Texas' season ended when the Longhorns blew a 13-point lead in an 86-80 loss to Xavier and finished 19-16 overall.
When Arlington officers arrived at the scene, they found a car fully engulfed in flames.
The press release said, the man was "experiencing hallucinations and acted on the delusional belief that he was under attack and that his family had been killed."
Dozens of videos are posted to an account under the name Ahmer Saeed, featuring frightened sales staff along for the ride.
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.
By Oct. 1, all Canadians will be required to use the entrance to the Haskell Free Library and Opera House on Canada's side of the border, the U.S. government said.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett said she doesn't believe the president when he said programs will be shifted to other federal agencies and education funding will be sent to the states.
Republican and Democratic lawmakers have filed legislation in the Texas Senate and House to clarify medical exemptions to the state's near abortion ban.
A Texas congressman filed impeachment articles against Judge James Boasberg following an order that temporarily blocked the president's mass deportations.
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro had suspended flights on March 8, after the U.S. Treasury Department announced the withdrawal of Chevron's license to export Venezuelan oil.
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.
A group of North Texas moms are stressing a fentanyl poisoning can happen to anyone.
Measles cases in West Texas are still rising two months after the outbreak began.
Many allergy sufferers in North Texas are buzzing about a sweet remedy.
"People that are really allergic need to stay indoors more than outdoors," said Dr. Alfred Johnson.
The White House is searching for a new pick to head the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
A one-of-a-kind Dallas small business is aiming to change the way you think about scent with a focus on clean beauty and the science behind fragrance.
The lack of affordable, high-quality childcare options is not only impacting working families, but the economy too.
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.
Anthony Davis could be close to returning to the Dallas Mavericks after a six-week injury absence.
Texas' season ended when the Longhorns blew a 13-point lead in an 86-80 loss to Xavier and finished 19-16 overall.
Defenseman Thomas Harley scored his second goal of the game nine seconds into overtime, giving the Dallas Stars a 3-2 win over the Philadelphia Flyers.
Spencer Dinwiddie scored a season-high 31 points.
Van Lith added 13 points and seven assists for the Big 12 champion Horned Frogs (32-3), who have an 11-game winning streak.
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.
"Anora" won big at the 2025 Oscars. Here's the full list of who won and was nominated for this year's Academy Awards.
Hollywood's biggest stars turned out for the 97th annual Academy Awards. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2025 Oscars.
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.
