Lt. Gov. Patrick says his plan can eliminate school property taxes for homesteads
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott released his own plan with the same goal but a different method of achieving it.
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott released his own plan with the same goal but a different method of achieving it.
Months after a flash flood killed over two dozen campers and counselors, Camp Mystic is installing new high-tech river monitors and safety upgrades — as families push for accountability and lawsuits continue.
One state lawmaker claims the new rule will lower insurance costs, but businesses worry about the economic impact.
Texas moves closer to rolling out school choice.
Hours after federal judges blocked Texas from using a newly drawn Congressional map, state leaders filed an appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court.
The lawsuit claims the Texas law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public schools violates religious freedom and the separation of church and state.
Democrat Taylor Rehmet finished in first place, earning 47.6% of the vote. Republican Leigh Wambsganss, who received 36%, will face him in the runoff.
Supporters say the measure targets only the most serious offenses, while critics warn of unintended consequences.
The list of Democrats vying for the U.S. Senate seat includes Crockett, who is testing the waters, as well as Talarico and Allred, who announced endorsements.
With filing set to open soon, a federal court has yet to rule on Texas' new congressional maps, leaving candidates uncertain about which districts they'll run in.
Three candidates are running in the heavily conservative district: Republicans Leigh Wambsganss and John Huffman, and Democrat Taylor Rehmet.
As early voting begins, North Texas homeowners say they will vote for the constitutional amendments aimed at lowering their property taxes.
Plaintiffs hope to block the newly drawn Congressional maps approved during last month's special session.
Federal judges will consider a lawsuit by a variety of plaintiffs against the State of Texas.
The board is considering a new K-5 curriculum called "Bluebonnet Reading," which includes some biblical text.
Out of 59 North Texas school districts the CBS News Texas I-Team surveyed, five adopted Bluebonnet Learning RLA for this school year.
"I'll say to the general public that we want to make sure we do everything we can to protect our kids," Gov. Abbott said
The Texas lieutenant governor has been one of the most vocal proponents of a ban on THC.
With the GOP field in flux and high-profile Democrats still weighing bids, the race is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable in recent Texas political history.
One of the big issues during the second special session centered around the state's response to the deadly Central Texas flooding.
The bill banning THC will not make it out of this special session, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced Wednesday.
The Texas House has approved House Bill 8 on Wednesday night, paving the way to eliminate the STAAR exam and replace it with three shorter assessments starting in the 2027-28 school year.
As dozens of new laws take effect across Texas this month, the ban on THC-infused vape products is already having a visible impact on small businesses across North Texas.
Following the enactment of a strict ban on abortions, research has shown more Texas families are losing newborns.
Republicans favored the measure because they say Democrats shouldn't be rewarded for leaving the state and avoiding the House session.
According to Dallas Fire-Rescue, just after 5:05 a.m., crews were called to a structure fire at a home in the 1700 block of South Marsalis Avenue.
A cold front moving into the region will bring clouds and a chance for a few showers along and east of I-35 on Tuesday morning and into the afternoon.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Don Lemon says he offered to turn himself in to face charges over his coverage of a protest at a church but federal agents were sent for him anyway.
Thomas Harley scored at 2:05 of overtime, and the Dallas Stars matched their longest winning streak of the season at five games with a 4-3 victory over the Winnipeg Jets.
According to Dallas Fire-Rescue, just after 5:05 a.m., crews were called to a structure fire at a home in the 1700 block of South Marsalis Avenue.
A cold front moving into the region will bring clouds and a chance for a few showers along and east of I-35 on Tuesday morning and into the afternoon.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Don Lemon says he offered to turn himself in to face charges over his coverage of a protest at a church but federal agents were sent for him anyway.
Thomas Harley scored at 2:05 of overtime, and the Dallas Stars matched their longest winning streak of the season at five games with a 4-3 victory over the Winnipeg Jets.
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.
It once fed thousands of kids. So, how did a Dallas non-profit's core mission fall apart? CBS News Texas investigates.
A Fort Worth firefighter severely burned in the line of duty is speaking out after his family, the public and politicians said the workers' compensation system failed him, denying him of much needed care.
Don Lemon says he offered to turn himself in to face charges over his coverage of a protest at a church but federal agents were sent for him anyway.
While the U.S. saw its slowest population growth since the COVID pandemic — amid President Trump’s immigration crackdown — Texas is still booming - and that could lead to shift in political power at the national level.
All federal immigration agents in Minneapolis will begin wearing body cameras, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem said Monday, a policy that could be rolled out nationwide.
A slew of notable individuals appear in the latest Justice Department release of Jeffrey Epstein files.
The proposed site is situated along a flight path for nearby Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Virginia.
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.
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.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
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.
Venezuela is said to have the largest amount of these reserves in the world.
Thomas Harley scored at 2:05 of overtime, and the Dallas Stars matched their longest winning streak of the season at five games with a 4-3 victory over the Winnipeg Jets.
Munn was promoted from defensive coordinator after Riley Dodge joined the staff at SMU.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
It was an emotional morning at Edge Ice Arena in Littleton, Colorado, as the Santa Clarita Lady Flyers took the ice for the first game of a weekend tournament after a crash involving their van and a snowplow on Interstate 70.
President Trump announced that an IndyCar race, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, will be held through the streets of Washington, D.C., as part of America's 250th birthday celebrations.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the best of the best in music from last year, with big wins for Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
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.
