Texas Senate expected to approved school choice bill this week
It was approved nearly one week ago by the House in a historic vote.
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It was approved nearly one week ago by the House in a historic vote.
Housing finance corporations were created to address affordable housing needs. But many say they're being abused.
For decades, local governments have used HFCs to create affordable housing. But recently, developers have found some small towns willing to go far beyond their limits to broker deals all across the state.
Filing a tax extension is easy. But it's important to know what you're getting into, including what to do if you owe money to the IRS.
The IRS has agreed to share immigrants' tax data with ICE for to help authorities identify and deport undocumented immigrants.
Beijing fires back at Trump's latest tariffs with a matching 34% tax on all U.S. imports and tightened export controls on rare earth elements.
The House is adding language that the program will be capped for the first year to $1 billion.
Top households are grabbing a larger share of the nation's wealth, a trend experts say could accelerate due to tax cuts and tariffs, experts say.
IRS' top lawyer replaced amid DOGE's alleged push to share taxpayer info with other federal agencies.
IRS data shows that the average refund check so far is about $2,200, or $1,000 less than a year earlier. Here's what experts say.
With tax season underway, here's what you need to know about tracking your tax refund and your new 2025 tax brackets.
The new tax season is here. Read on to learn when you can file your 2024 tax return and get your refund.
Tool Fire and Rescue has budgeted money, but it is insufficient to replace outdated equipment as the city grows.
Over the next 140 days, lawmakers will have to develop and approve their spending blueprint.
Millions of taxpayers continue to struggle with delays in refunds from the IRS, a new tax advocate report says.
Some states are ushering in lower income tax rates in January, part of a recent push to cut taxes for their residents.
Homeowners will qualify for new tax savings, while several Texas counties and cities will see sales and use tax changes.
President-elect Donald Trump has said he wants to extend the 2017 tax cuts, plus throw in a few more. Here's what to know.
Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election is likely to have a major impact on the economy. Here's what to know.
2025 contribution limit for 401(k) plans is $23,500, up from $23,000 in 2024. IRA contribution limit remains $7,000.
Donald Trump's plans could undermine Social Security's financial stability and lead to a large benefits cut, nonpartisan think tank says.
The IRS adjusts its tax brackets and other provisions each year for inflation. Here's what experts say to expect in 2025.
Former President Donald Trump's pledge to cut taxes that seniors pay on their Social Security income would ultimately hurt the program, experts say.
Project 2025, a blueprint for the next Republican president, proposes major economic changes that could impact millions of Americans.
The Internal Revenue Service plans to end another major tax loophole that could raise more than $50 billion in revenue over the next decade.
Members are set to vote on a development agreement that would allow a nonprofit to build a new 10-and-a-half-acre community park near Fitzhugh and Lagow.
Arlington PD said officers responded to the incident at the intersection of Treecrest Drive and the I-20 frontage road around 2:30 p.m. on Feb. 18.
The victims described to Allen police detectives how Benjamin Shroats allegedly groomed and sexually abused them.
Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has apologized to staff of his foundation over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
The winner of Democratic primary will be heavily favored to win the general election in November.
Members are set to vote on a development agreement that would allow a nonprofit to build a new 10-and-a-half-acre community park near Fitzhugh and Lagow.
Arlington PD said officers responded to the incident at the intersection of Treecrest Drive and the I-20 frontage road around 2:30 p.m. on Feb. 18.
Racing fans—get ready. The Java House Grand Prix of Arlington is set to roar into town this spring, bringing a brand‑new kind of excitement to North Texas.
The victims described to Allen police detectives how Benjamin Shroats allegedly groomed and sexually abused them.
Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has apologized to staff of his foundation over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Austin medical supply business accused of Medicare fraud, funneling millions overseas, federal complaint says.
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.
The winner of Democratic primary will be heavily favored to win the general election in November.
The bill would ban distribution of taxpayer money for any "January 6th compensation fund" and any further refund of damage payments made by convicted Capitol rioters.
President Trump delivered his 2026 State of the Union address on Tuesday night. Read the transcript and watch the full video.
During his State of the Union, President Trump honored several service members and an Olympic athlete with awards that included the Purple Heart, the Congressional Medal of Honor, the Legion of Merit and the Medal of Freedom.
Connor Hellebuyck stopped 41 of Team Canada's 42 shots in the Olympic gold medal match.
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 McKinney Fire Chief already has AED's placed in all police and fire vehicles.
Linda Potthoff of University Park says she had been short of breath for weeks before her condition suddenly worsened.
Nothing surgical could prepare her family for June 18, 2004, when her father was shot and killed on duty for the Grand Prairie Police Department.
The American Heart Association is partnering with Fort Worth PD to equip 150 patrol cars with the life-saving devices. Since officers are often first on the scene, this AHA-backed initiative aims to drastically improve survival rates across the community.
Even though life in a cancer center may be monotonous, the patients opened up once they saw the golden pile of fur.
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.
Connor Hellebuyck stopped 41 of Team Canada's 42 shots in the Olympic gold medal match.
The Mavericks beat the Nets 123-114 on Tuesday night after both teams arrived in New York earlier in the day.
The U.S. men's hockey team also visited the White House on Tuesday following their gold medal win at the Winter Olympics.
Slam dunks, highlight reels and the best regular season record in school history: that's the resume the Little Elm Lobos basketball team has built this season.
Mikko Rantanen is expected to miss some time for the Dallas Stars after returning from the Olympics.
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert slammed CBS again on Tuesday night after the network issued a statement about his interview with Texas Democrat James Talarico.
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.
