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Mattress Mack offers advice to Dak Prescott after losing $2 million bet on Cowboys-49ers game
Jim McIngvale wagered $2 million in cash for the Cowboys to beat the 49ers on Sunday. If the Cowboys won, he could have raked in over $3 million.
Mattress Mack places bet on Cowboys beating the 49ers, could rake in over $3M
Houston-based furniture store owner Jim McIngvale, also known as Mattress Mack, has placed a bet on the Dallas Cowboys beating the San Francisco 49ers that could win him $3,350,000.
Mattress Mack places $3.1+ million bet on TCU winning National Championship
Houston-based furniture store owner Jim McIngvale, lovingly known as Mattress Mack, placed a nearly $3.1 million bet on the TCU Horned Frogs.
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Dolly Parton and Garth Brooks to host ACM Awards in Frisco
Asking "Who's ready to party, party, party?!" Dolly Parton announced that she's returning for a second consecutive year as host of the Academy of Country Music Awards in Frisco.
Best spring cleaning deals at Amazon in April 2023
Shop the top spring cleaning deals at Amazon, including savings on iRobot Roombas, Samsung Jet Bots and more.
First Alert Weather: Severe storms possible for North Texas Thursday, Friday
The threat for severe weather will be conditional upon the placement of the dry line west of North Texas and a strong cap in place.
2-year-old girl hospitalized after possibly shooting herself at Fort Worth home
Police said the girl's mother stated she may have accessed the gun from an unsecured drawer and fired it—striking herself.
Russia arrests Wall Street Journal reporter, claims he was "spying"
The Journal "vehemently denies" the claim that Evan Gershkovich "was collecting classified information" about Russia's "military industrial complex" for the U.S.
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Dolly Parton and Garth Brooks to host ACM Awards in Frisco
Asking "Who's ready to party, party, party?!" Dolly Parton announced that she's returning for a second consecutive year as host of the Academy of Country Music Awards in Frisco.
CMT Music Awards
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Best spring cleaning deals at Amazon in April 2023
Shop the top spring cleaning deals at Amazon, including savings on iRobot Roombas, Samsung Jet Bots and more.
First Alert Weather: Severe storms possible for North Texas Thursday, Friday
The threat for severe weather will be conditional upon the placement of the dry line west of North Texas and a strong cap in place.
2-year-old girl hospitalized after possibly shooting herself at Fort Worth home
Police said the girl's mother stated she may have accessed the gun from an unsecured drawer and fired it—striking herself.
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Parents speak out after their 15-year-old disappeared from a Mavericks game with sex traffickers
Kyle Morris and his daughter went to a Mavs game, like they had many times before. Just before halftime, she went to the restroom. That was the last time her father saw her that night.
Texas bill would outlaw 'swoop and settle' insurance tactic after car crashes
"Unfortunately, not all carriers document settlements in writing and they utilize a practice known as 'swoop and settle' with an oral release," said State Representative Julie Johnson (D – Farmers Branch), who authored a bill that would outlaw oral automobile insurance releases.
Sleep apnea patients left frustrated & waiting as massive Philips CPAP recall drags on
"You are afraid to go to sleep because if you go to sleep without it, you might die. But if you go to sleep with it, it might kill you down the road," Janet Gray said.
Texas emergency rooms becoming front lines in the youth mental health crisis
Part of the solution: How an Oak Cliff school leads the way in use of research-based mental health tools for students.
I-Team: Handcuffed and restrained in hallways
According to a CBS Analysis, the I-Team has learned, in three school years (2018-19, 2019-20, 2020-21), school personnel, or police, restrained Texas children with disabilities at least 83,416 times.
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Senate votes to end COVID-19 emergency, 3 years after initial declaration
The Senate on Wednesday passed a bill that would end the national COVID-19 emergency declared by then-President Donald Trump on March 13, 2020.
After meeting with Mexico's president, Senator Cornyn hopes flow of fentanyl into US will drop
After leading a bipartisan congressional delegation to Mexico, Senator John Cornyn told CBS News Texas this week that the country's president agreed to do more to stem the flow of the deadly drug fentanyl into the U.S.
Sen. John Cornyn on border security, the 2024 primary, foreign policy
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink discussed border security, foreign policy and the 2024 primary with Sen. John Cornyn.
Why was Donald Trump campaigning in Texas this weekend?
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink spoke with the Texas Politics Project Research Director Dr. Joshua Blank about the 2024 Republican Primary and why former President Donald Trump was campaigning in Texas this weekend.
Trump to Texas Republican officials: "If they don't endorse me, I say don't even come"
Former President Donald Trump attracted thousands of supporters to Waco for his first campaign rally of the year. "In 2024, we're going to have the greatest victory of them all."
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Dream swimming pools turn into nightmares for dozens of North Texans
Dozens of North Texans paid a pool contractor for projects it never completed. Now they're trying to figure out what happens next.
Tesla recalls 'Full Self-Driving' to fix flaws in behavior
Electric automaker Tesla is recalling nearly 363,000 vehicles.
Are Super Bowl ads still worth the money?
It's no secret that Super Bowl ads are the most expensive advertisements on the air. But are they still worth the money?
CPSC considering gas stove ban due to 'hidden hazards'
A federal agency is considering a ban on gas stoves, a source of indoor pollution linked to childhood asthma.
Plumbers in high demand across North Texas as travelers return to broken pipes
While the damage was mild compared to the major Texas freeze of 2021, the full scope may not be clear until after Jan. 1, one company owner pointed out, with many people still out of town for the holiday.
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Senate votes to end COVID-19 emergency, 3 years after initial declaration
The Senate on Wednesday passed a bill that would end the national COVID-19 emergency declared by then-President Donald Trump on March 13, 2020.
National Kidney Month: Doctors aiming to spread awareness on kidney cancer
Kidney cancer is among the 10 most common cancers in both men and women.
Biweekly fresh produce drive opens at West Dallas Multipurpose Center
A new effort in West Dallas aims to help make sure all residents are able to access fresh and healthy food.
Whole Woman's Health opens New Mexico clinic after closing Texas locations
Almost exactly nine months after closing their Texas locations, Whole Woman's Health (WWH) has opened a brand-new clinic in New Mexico.
Death toll climbs in outbreak linked to recalled eye drops
The CDC says three people have died, eight have lost their vision and four had an eyeball removed.
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Survey: Business economists push back US recession forecasts
A majority of the nation's business economists expect a U.S. recession to begin later this year than they had previously forecast, after a series of reports have pointed to a surprisingly resilient economy despite steadily higher interest rates.
Record numbers of tourists brought billions in business to Fort Worth in 2022
At their annual meeting, Visit Fort Worth touted that the city saw a record number of tourists in 2022.
Are Super Bowl ads still worth the money?
It's no secret that Super Bowl ads are the most expensive advertisements on the air. But are they still worth the money?
The last surviving Blockbuster has an ad timed for the Super Bowl
When you're the last lone surviving store in any industry, you've earned the right to have fun and hype it up.
Biden, López Obrador, Trudeau meet in Mexico City for summit
President Joe Biden, Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are set to meet for a series of talks on migration, trade and climate change.
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Embiid, Harden power 76ers past Mavericks, 116-108
Joel Embiid had 25 points and nine rebounds, James Harden added 15 points and 12 assists and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Dallas Mavericks 116-108 on Wednesday night.
Debut for deGrom in Texas to be limited against familiar foe
Jacob deGrom will be limited to about 65 pitches when he makes his debut for the Texas Rangers on opening day.
If the Houston Astros win the 2023 World Series, Mattress Mack could be $11.4M richer
Jim McIngvale, also known as Mattress Mack, placed a $1.9 million bet on the Astros winning the 2023 World Series.
Mavericks end 4-game skid vs. Pacers to stay in playoff hunt
Luka Doncic finished with 25 points, seven rebounds and six assists just hours after his most recent technical foul and one-game suspension were rescinded and led the Dallas Mavericks past the Indiana Pacers 127-104.
AP source: Texas reaches deal with Terry as full-time coach
A person with knowledge of the deal says Texas has reached an agreement with Rodney Terry to be the Longhorns' full-time head basketball coach.
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Prepare for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour stops at AT&T Stadium this weekend
Are you ready for it? Here's what you need to know if you are attending any of the Eras Tour concerts in North Texas.
Miranda Lambert's dad shares pride in his daughter's music career ahead of CMT Awards
Miranda Lambert spent most of her childhood in Lindale—about an hour-and-a-half east of Dallas.
From North Texas to Nashville, Mansfield's Drake Milligan is taking over country music
The 24-year-old got his first big break playing the King of Rock and Roll in CMT's TV series "Sun Records."
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Arlington's own Maren Morris earns CMT Music Award nomination
The parents of country music star Maren Morris knew she could one day be a star.
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Texas Rangers announcer Chuck Morgan celebrates 40 years on the job
When the season starts later today, Morgan will begin his 40th year in his role with the team.
CMT Music Awards: What goes into country music's biggest night?
Curious about what goes on before a big show, or in this case, the CMT Music Awards? Well, our Nicole Nielsen recorded her day out in Austin Wednesday to give you a firsthand look!
First Alert Weather: Some potential for severe storms later today
Areas north of the Metroplex could see some damaging winds and large hail.
Dozens of Dallas families head to Austin in support of gun reform
Families who lost their loved ones to gun violence are in the state's capitol today to advocate for change.
Tailgaters set up in Arlington ahead of tonight's Rangers game
The gates opened earlier this morning, and eager fans were ready to get in.
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Hail, ominous storm clouds seen across North Texas
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International Women's Day: Celebrating the ones who raised, shaped & taught us
Want to share your appreciation for an important woman in your life? Send a photo of them through our website, along with their name and why you're celebrating them today!
Aftermath of severe storms across North Texas
Many North Texans are recovering after severe storms rolled through Thursday evening.
Cupid visits little sweethearts in NICU
Where there is love, there is life and Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth says it's overflowing with bundles of love. Happy Valentine's Day!
Winter weather in North Texas: Beautiful ice photos
Despite the chaos caused when freezing rain falls in North Texas, the silent and stunning beauty of ice is something to admire.
