Attorney General Ken Paxton appeals judge's ruling upholding State Fair gun ban
It bars most people from carrying guns on the grounds – with an exception for peace officers.
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It bars most people from carrying guns on the grounds – with an exception for peace officers.
If you love Fletcher's Corny Dogs and beer, there's a new cold treat for you at the State Fair of Texas.
The City of Dallas says the gun ban is all about the safety of fairgoers. Attorney General Ken Paxton says it's a violation of Texans' rights.
Just in time for the State Fair of Texas, Fletcher's Corny Dogs and Martin House Brewing Company have a new concoction that corn dog and beer fans will love.
Preparations are underway at Fair Park as opening day of the State Fair of Texas approaches.
A front approaches Sunday evening along with a scattered shower/storm chance.
An iconic State Fair of Texas symbol is going up on Friday.
Under the new rules announced last month, only active and retired police officers can carry firearms.
Texas AG Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against the State Fair of Texas and the city of Dallas late last month over the fair's policy that prohibits most visitors from carrying guns or other weapons.
A Dallas County judge is hearing arguments Thursday on whether to issue an injunction that would force the State Fair of Texas to allow visitors to carry guns.
The extra routes will be in place between the opening day of the fair on Sept. 27 through closing day on Oct. 20.
The hearing on Thursday is set to challenge the State Fair of Texas' decision to ban guns this year.
DART is offering more service on the Green Line in addition to a fair discount.
The State Fair of Texas announced new food vendors a few weeks before opening day.
"Neither the City of Dallas nor the State Fair of Texas can infringe on Texans' right to self-defense," the Attorney General said.
The State Fair of Texas is just weeks away and one of the most beloved traditions of the fair is the Arts and Crafts contest.
Winners were named in three categories: "Best Taste – Savory," "Best Taste – Sweet," and "Most Creative."
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has threatened to take legal action after the State Fair banned firearms.
The Texas Attorney General says the State Fair of Texas' new gun policy violates state law.
The policy change comes after 23-year-old Cameron Turner opened fire, injuring three, at Fair Park last year.
Fair officials will announce the final three winners later this month.
The State Fair of Texas is just under two months away and on Wednesday morning, fair officials announced the top 10 finalists for the 20th annual Big Tex Choice Awards.
Semi-finalists have been announced for the awards, featuring "incredible, edible innovations" for fairgoers to try this fall.
The victim is suing companies involved with security and the suspected gunman. The lawsuit alleged negligence and is asking for $1 million.
Headliners in this year's music lineup include North Texas' own Bowling For Soup and the University of North Texas' Four O'Clock Lab Band.
A packed crowd in Frisco watches Ben Shelton and Tommy Paul battle under the lights as the Nexo Dallas Open heats up.
Shaw's daughters are renewing their push for answers nearly five years after he was killed outside a Dallas bar.
The two suspects were tracked to an apartment complex near Dallas and arrested without incident.
After a rare match and a successful transplant, the high school senior finally met the man who helped save her life.
Authorities on Thursday released the first physical description of a male suspect wanted in connection with the Arizona disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
A packed crowd in Frisco watches Ben Shelton and Tommy Paul battle under the lights as the Nexo Dallas Open heats up.
Shaw's daughters are renewing their push for answers nearly five years after he was killed outside a Dallas bar.
The two suspects were tracked to an apartment complex near Dallas and arrested without incident.
After a rare match and a successful transplant, the high school senior finally met the man who helped save her life.
Authorities on Thursday released the first physical description of a male suspect wanted in connection with the Arizona disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
As Texas, in recent years, has experienced an increase in its infant mortality rate, it has seen a growing interest in bereavement care for families.
Internal turmoil, missing records, and clashing narratives raise new questions about the nonprofit's management and oversight.
The CEO a Dallas nonprofit resigned after a CBS News Texas I-Team investigation that revealed the organization had failed to follow through on its core promises.
Seven years after a deadly school bus-train crash in Athens, the same crossing still lacks gates or lights—despite repeated promises to fix it.
A CBS News Texas investigation found those daily meals no longer being delivered to schools, despite the nonprofit's claims to the contrary.
The CIA has released a new Mandarin-language recruitment video aimed at Chinese military officers, hoping to persuade those disenchanted with corruption to turn to the U.S.
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to facilitate the return of Venezuelan migrants who were deported to a Salvadoran prison last year and then released into other countries.
Dallas voters will decide on a historic $6.2 billion school bond in May, the largest school bond proposal in Texas history.
Border czar Tom Homan announced Thursday that Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota is concluding, with a drawdown of federal immigration officers set to occur over the course of next week.
Vilma Palacios is one of thousands who have given up their immigration cases and voluntarily left the U.S. after being detained. More detainees are opting for voluntary departure than ever before, a CBS News analysis found.
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.
Even though life in a cancer center may be monotonous, the patients opened up once they saw the golden pile of fur.
U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 years in 2024 - the highest mark in American history. But the U.S. still ranks below dozens of other countries.
Weather-related closures left Carter BloodCare 4,000 units of blood and blood components short of what it needs.
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.
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.
Salad and Go, a drive-thru salad chain, said on Wednesday that it will close all remaining Texas and Oklahoma stores.
A packed crowd in Frisco watches Ben Shelton and Tommy Paul battle under the lights as the Nexo Dallas Open heats up.
They restring up to 60 racquets a day—and sometimes in just 10 minutes mid-match. Meet the team keeping the pros match-ready in Dallas.
A former U.S. Open champion is quietly making a run at the Nexo Dallas Open. At 37, Marin Cilic is chasing another title—and proving he's still a serious threat.
While most of the fans are watching from their seats, there are other ways to watch the Nexo Dallas Open up close and in style.
Two North Texas sports legends will have a prominent place in the next big sporting event coming to Arlington.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
Chappell Roan says she's left her talent agency after its CEO, Casey Wasserman, was named in files related to late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is one of the most-streamed artists on the planet.
For the first time, a major U.S. automaker is putting a team up against the European giants of Formula One. Can Cadillac be a contender?
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.
