The road to a property tax relief agreement for Texans
It has been a major priority for state lawmakers this year. So why did it take so long to get to this point?
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It has been a major priority for state lawmakers this year. So why did it take so long to get to this point?
After weeks of public disagreements, Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dade Phelan announced a deal Monday morning
Jack covers the latest in the standoff over property tax relief and LGBTQ lawmakers' concerns over legislation they say targets their community.
Jack covers the start of a second special session, a dispute over where the impeached Attorney General should be getting paid and the SCOTUS ruling against affirmative action in this week's episode.
Political reporter Jack Fink covers the two major stories unfolding at the Texas Capitol: the impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton and the political showdown between the state's Republican leaders over property tax relief.
Some Texas residents think the state should be using much of its nearly $33 billion surplus to give Texans a break on their property taxes.
Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, both Republicans, took shots at each other on social media
Gov. Greg Abbott is siding with the property tax relief bill passed by the Texas House Tuesday evening.
Lawmakers spent the first day of the special session discussing property tax relief.
The Texas Lieutenant Governor is spoke at an event hosted by the Texas Public Policy Foundation.
Violators could face up to a year in jail, and businesses hosting performances deemed illegal could be fined $10,000 for each violation.
Political reporter Jack Fink travels to Austin following a Texas House Committee's recommendation that Attorney General Ken Paxton be impeached.
One year after the deadly massacre in Uvalde, new bills are advancing in the Texas Legislature that will require school districts to comply with the state's safety and security requirements.
After the Uvalde school shooting, state lawmakers are advancing bills that ensure school districts in Texas comply with safety requirements.
With the legislative session wrapping up next week, the clock is ticking for Texas lawmakers to agree on important bills. Brooke Katz and CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink break down where things stand on some of the biggest issues.
From gun reform to school choice, Jack Fink is taking a look at how much lawmakers have to accomplish before May 30.
Texas is now poised to join at least 17 other states that have enacted similar bans.
Collin County Parents Against Gun Violence formed after the mass shooting to spark change in the state's gun laws.
Jack Fink speaks with lawmakers and activists about what comes next in the gun control debate.
A House investigative committee found State Rep. Bryan Slaton had inappropriate sexual conduct with a 19-year-old intern
CBS News Texas decided to look into what Texas' laws say about who can own firearms and where it's legal to carry them.
Democratic State Sens. Roland Gutierrez and Sarah Eckhardt are speaking at the state capitol, alongside relatives of the victims of last year's mass shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde.
House Bill 2744 would raise the legal age to 21 for someone to buy an AR-style firearm, and prohibit the sale of a firearm to someone who's intoxicated or who has an active protective order
There is no word yet on what impact, if any, Saturday's shooting in Allen will have on the final weeks of the Texas Legislature.
A North Texas State Representative may be forced out of the Legislature.
After last season's early exit, the Warriors are carrying a "win or win" mentality that has already produced a statement victory over All Saints.
Henry Bolte recorded the first multihomer game of his career as the Athletics erased an early deficit with nine unanswered runs to avoid a sweep in Texas.
Investigators say he offered minors up to $1,000 for one-hour sessions involving sexually explicit images and threatened to contact their families.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump executive order that would prevent certain people from automatically becoming U.S. citizens at birth.
For the first time since a judge rejected a new murder trial for Kamelo Anthony, his parents are speaking publicly.
After last season's early exit, the Warriors are carrying a "win or win" mentality that has already produced a statement victory over All Saints.
Henry Bolte recorded the first multihomer game of his career as the Athletics erased an early deficit with nine unanswered runs to avoid a sweep in Texas.
Investigators say he offered minors up to $1,000 for one-hour sessions involving sexually explicit images and threatened to contact their families.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump executive order that would prevent certain people from automatically becoming U.S. citizens at birth.
For the first time since a judge rejected a new murder trial for Kamelo Anthony, his parents are speaking publicly.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
"Maybe this is one of those times that we just need to be loud and make people hear us that they're not being treated fairly," she said.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump executive order that would prevent certain people from automatically becoming U.S. citizens at birth.
The Pentagon will begin requiring male service members ages 30 and older to get screened for testosterone deficiency, after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called for the change over the summer.
James Talarico's Senate campaign is accusing Ken Paxton and his campaign treasurer of "illegally spending" $1 million that was routed to a Paxton-aligned super PAC.
The Trump administration is withholding approval from Texas for about $9.8 billion in the next year.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
Team USA begins its pursuit of a fifth consecutive World Cup title against China on Friday, Sept. 4, in Berlin in the first of three games in group play.
The longtime Dallas Cowboys quarterback and CBS Sports football analyst said he came to rely on alcohol to get off pain medications after multiple back surgeries.
The game was nationally televised, and video shared on social media of the incident has been viewed millions of times.
The move with Milton presumably means Sam Howell has won the No. 2 job behind Dak Prescott, a spot that Milton held last season.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
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.
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