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In 1969, two University of Texas students who seemed destined for great things were inexplicably killed. Today their loved ones are still haunted and grieving.
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In 1969, two University of Texas students who seemed destined for great things were inexplicably killed. Today their loved ones are still haunted and grieving.
We're taking a look at a different kind of bracket. Our media partners at Texas Monthly are tackling the tastes of Texas and you have a chance to vote for your favorite. We're talking about Whataburger, tamales, breakfast tacos, brisket and so much more. Dan Solomon is keeping an eye on the bracket and tells us how it all works.
Nearly three years ago, 53 migrants died in a smuggling attempt in San Antonio. A federal trial is underway for those involved. Elliott Woods of Texas Monthly provides insight after meeting with the victims' families.
Can Southwest soar by changing so much of what has made it distinctive—without alienating passengers and employees?
A writer from Texas Monthy delves into what's going on with downtown Dallas and how the community feels about it.
Experts predict most people will buy chocolates on Valentine's Day, but a different sweet treat is gaining popularity in Texas. Swedish candy is selling out across the state. Local businesses are struggling to keep it in stock due to high demand and supply shortages. Suppliers prioritize Nordic countries, making it hard for Texas stores to get enough inventory.
A Texas Monthly journalist recounts the history of a Catholic Church managing a public school in a small town southeast of Waco decades ago.
Several teachers saved his life. Years later, he returned to the classroom to pay it forward.
A look at some of the issues expected to come up within this session and what a new speaker could mean going forward.
Texas Monthly is showcasing small-town Christmas festivals that are worth visiting. Anna Mazurek, the article's author, highlights the benefits of these festivals, such as less traffic compared to big city events and a charming, less crowded atmosphere.
As North Texas celebrates its newly recognized restaurants in the Michelin Guide, Texas Monthly food critic Patricia Sharpe reflects on the evolving culinary landscape. Having dedicated decades to reviewing restaurants, she witnessed dramatic changes, particularly in the realm of fine dining.
In a segment with Texas Monthly, CBS News Texas anchor Nicole Baker leads a discussion about the recent U.S. Senate race in Texas. Incumbent Sen. Ted Cruz secured a decisive victory over Democratic challenger Colin Allred, despite pre-election polls indicating a close contest.
Jack Herrera from Texas Monthly joins CBS News Texas to discuss the border crisis and its broader impacts on groceries, housing and the economy.
It's a hard job... but someone has to do it! Texas Monthly Taco Editor Jose Ralat has visited over 400 taco places all over the state and picked out his top 50. Find out how he narrowed down the competition.
Where will baseball, basketball, and hockey fans in North Texas be able to see their teams play? Texas Monthly explores.
Jim Magill from Texas Monthly discusses the rise of drone deliveries in North Texas.
“Landman,” a new Paramount Plus series featuring Billy Bob Thornton, John Hamm, and Demi Moore, is based on the Texas Monthly podcast “Boomtown.”
How is the race between challenger Colin Allred and incumbent Ted Cruz for the U.S. Senate seat shaping up?
What does it take to make the Big Tex Choice Awards?
Senior editor Alex Samuels examines which Texas races have the potential to be swayed by the Harris campaign's momentum.
The school voucher debate is back in Texas. Gov. Abbott’s proposal failed, but the topic was revisited in recent meetings. Texas Monthly is reviewing a similar plan in North Texas.
Texas Monthly's David Courtney discusses the impressive performances of Texans at the Olympic Summer Games in Paris, noting they have won nearly 40 medals, roughly one-third of Team USA’s total.
Without water, there’s no fracking. Without fracking, there’s no twenty-first-century Texas oil boom. Water’s role is evident in the full name of the process—hydraulic fracturing.
Tequila and Texas go way back, all the way back to 1873. Kimya Kavehkar with Texas Monthly goes over the history of tequila that's so intertwined with the state on National Tequila Day.
Drawing on biblical concepts, Texas politicians reacted to the shooting by saying the former president is chosen to rule.
Jahmyr Gibbs and the Detroit Lions have beaten the Dallas Cowboys to stay atop the NFC wild-card race.
Smith and other Main Street businesses complained to Frisco about the impact on business.
A group of North Texas women has been working hard to preserve a style of dancing that had its heyday in the early part of the 20th century.
As intrigue grows over whether Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett plans to announce a U.S. Senate campaign next week, she confirmed to CBS News she's spoken with would-be opponents.
Dallas Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb suffered a concussion against the Detroit Lions on Thursday night and was ruled out for the rest of the game.
Jahmyr Gibbs and the Detroit Lions have beaten the Dallas Cowboys to stay atop the NFC wild-card race.
Smith and other Main Street businesses complained to Frisco about the impact on business.
A group of North Texas women has been working hard to preserve a style of dancing that had its heyday in the early part of the 20th century.
As intrigue grows over whether Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett plans to announce a U.S. Senate campaign next week, she confirmed to CBS News she's spoken with would-be opponents.
Dallas Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb suffered a concussion against the Detroit Lions on Thursday night and was ruled out for the rest of the game.
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
It took Azellia Thompkins nearly a year to watch the video of her attempted suicide in the Scurry County jail. Now, she's hoping others will watch it.
The average wait for a bed in a maximum-security psychiatric facility in Texas is over eight months.
At a legislative hearing, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick blasted Judge Rob Kelly for being absent in his county's time of need.
Texas House Democratic Caucus Chair Gene Wu of Houston discusses his reaction to the Supreme Court's ruling upholding the 2025 map so that they can be used for the March primary and next year's midterm elections. He told Jack Fink, "it's beyond disappointing."
Gov. Greg Abbott discusses the redistricting battle an hour before the U.S. Supreme Court announced that they would allow the newly drawn maps to be implemented.
As intrigue grows over whether Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett plans to announce a U.S. Senate campaign next week, she confirmed to CBS News she's spoken with would-be opponents.
The decision from the U.S. Supreme Court to allow the new Texas redistricting maps is a big win for Republicans in the state. Texas Republicans stand to gain up to 5 seats with the implementation of these new maps for the March 3rd primary and 2026 midterm elections. Political reporter Jack Fink explains what's next.
The U.S. Supreme Court Justices will keep the 2025 congressional maps in place for next year's all-important midterm elections.
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.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
A group of North Texas women has been working hard to preserve a style of dancing that had its heyday in the early part of the 20th century.
It's called H3N1, and it can not only cause more severe illness in older adults, but it's also proving to be resistant to flu vaccines.
A North Texas man serves the community as a full-time Crowley police officer; however, that young officer is the one who needs help after he received a life-threatening diagnosis over the summer.
The toolkit includes tips for caretakers and applies to anyone with dementia.
Louisiana Surgeon General Ralph Abraham, a critic of government vaccine mandates, has been quietly appointed to one of the CDC's top positions.
Smith and other Main Street businesses complained to Frisco about the impact on business.
Rodeo Dallas, a popular but controversial Deep Ellum nightclub, is getting back in the saddle. In Uptown.
"This is a Texas-sized investment in the future of our great state," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement.
American Airlines has announced plans to cut management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in North Texas.
President Donald Trump's plan to cut record beef prices by importing more meat from Argentina is running into heated opposition from U.S. ranchers.
Jahmyr Gibbs and the Detroit Lions have beaten the Dallas Cowboys to stay atop the NFC wild-card race.
Dallas Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb suffered a concussion against the Detroit Lions on Thursday night and was ruled out for the rest of the game.
The Detroit Lions host the Dallas Cowboys in Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season on Thursday.
The Dallas Stars shut out the New Jersey Devils 3-0 on Wednesday night.
The Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are the top two teams in the hunt for an NFC wild card and are still holding on to hopes to compete for division championships.
The heavy metal band has not only changed lives with their music; they've also changed lives with their philanthropy – from donations to food banks and disaster relief, to their charity, All Within My Hands, which has donated to workforce education and other critical services.
Stoppard was often hailed as the greatest British playwright of his generation.
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
The man, Johnson Wen, was sent back to Australia and "has been barred from re-entering Singapore," the city-state's immigration authority said in a statement quoted by broadcaster CNA.
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.
