Historic vote for school choice bill through the eyes of Texas lawmakers
CBS News Texas followed various lawmakers throughout the day of the vote for SB2, including nearly 11 hours of debate over the bill.
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CBS News Texas followed various lawmakers throughout the day of the vote for SB2, including nearly 11 hours of debate over the bill.
The House will take a final vote later on Thursday. The bill will then go to the Texas Senate.
Nate Paul, whose relationship with Paxton was at the center of his historic impeachment trial, was sentenced for lying to a financial institution.
Abbott told CBS News Texas what his message was to the House GOP Caucus.
There's talk a Republican lawmaker will propose an amendment that would require a voter referendum.
With Texas' school choice bill one step closer to becoming a reality, one public educator is addressing how it will impact public schools.
More than 400,000 students in Texas benefit from 504 plans in school, according to the Texas Education Agency.
If Texas' proposed school choice bill is passed, it could send shockwaves through private and public schools.
Longtime GOP Consultant Vinny Minchillo said there is no need for the president to pick sides this early.
A North Texas man has overcome pain, loss, jail and drug addiction to become a business owner and a decorated first responder in his community.
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn and Rep. Jasmine Crockett weigh in on the state of President Trump's tariffs.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is promising to appeal a multi-million judgment against his office in the ongoing whistleblower case.
Texas taxpayers will pick up the tab if lawmakers agree to fund it.
Analysts have said the candidates must raise a lot of money to get their message out in this large state.
Paxton said he wants Texas public schools allowing trans teens to play in girls' sports to be "held accountable."
Gov. Abbott announced that the special election to fill the late Democratic U.S. Rep. Sylvester Turner's seat won't be held until November.
The bill would not only allow an abortion to save the life of the mother, but also if the woman's major bodily function would be at risk.
He also allegedly made online threats against Gov. Greg Abbott and U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem.
The Texas Democratic Party elected its new Chairman: Kendall Scudder of Dallas. He details his plans to rebuild ahead of the 2026 elections.
Don Herring owns the Don Herring Mitsubishi dealerships in Plano and Irving and serves as Chairman of the North Texas Automobile Dealers Association.
At the Texas Capitol, actor and Texas natives Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson made their pitch to state Senators of both parties.
Texas natives and Hollywood stars Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson attended the meeting in support of the bill.
The bills will now head to the full House for consideration.
A bill that would spend $1 billion in tax dollars to send students to private schools in Texas is headed to the full House.
This could be the biggest GOP political battle since 2010 when Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison challenged Governor Rick Perry.
The time change known as daylight savings is set to start for 2026, meaning most Americans will lose an hour of sleep when they "spring forward" on Sunday, March 8.
"I just want to know what happened," Rachel Reyes told CBS News during her first TV interview since the death of her son, Ruben Ray Martinez, a U.S. citizen shot and killed by an ICE agent in Texas last year.
Kingdom Culture Dallas is facing back‑to‑back disasters, but the Cedar Hill church is moving forward with plans for a new sanctuary on the same property.
After a stunning primary upset, Amber Givens is expected to become the county's first Black female district attorney. In an exclusive interview, she addresses past courtroom controversy and outlines her vision for the justice system.
There were no other details about the case immediately available.
The time change known as daylight savings is set to start for 2026, meaning most Americans will lose an hour of sleep when they "spring forward" on Sunday, March 8.
"I just want to know what happened," Rachel Reyes told CBS News during her first TV interview since the death of her son, Ruben Ray Martinez, a U.S. citizen shot and killed by an ICE agent in Texas last year.
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.
Kingdom Culture Dallas is facing back‑to‑back disasters, but the Cedar Hill church is moving forward with plans for a new sanctuary on the same property.
After a stunning primary upset, Amber Givens is expected to become the county's first Black female district attorney. In an exclusive interview, she addresses past courtroom controversy and outlines her vision for the justice system.
The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
It started with a complaint from a male officer.
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.
"I just want to know what happened," Rachel Reyes told CBS News during her first TV interview since the death of her son, Ruben Ray Martinez, a U.S. citizen shot and killed by an ICE agent in Texas last year.
After a stunning primary upset, Amber Givens is expected to become the county's first Black female district attorney. In an exclusive interview, she addresses past courtroom controversy and outlines her vision for the justice system.
GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales had been in a runoff with Brandon Herrera after Tuesday's primary in Texas.
Relations between the two countries were cut off in 2019, during the first Trump administration.
Latino community leaders in Texas are warning that growing frustration with enforcement-only approaches is pushing some voters away from the Republican Party.
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.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
The McKinney Fire Chief already has AED's placed in all police and fire vehicles.
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.
Wendell Carter Jr. made a go-ahead dunk with 1.4 seconds left, and the Orlando Magic beat the Dallas Mavericks 115-114 to spoil Cooper Flagg's return from injury.
The Texas Rangers and veteran outfielder Andrew McCutchen have agreed to a minor league contract.
NBA Hall of Famer Chauncey Billups and former player Damon Jones are among 31 people charged in the federal case. They have pleaded not guilty.
Holtz coached Notre Dame from 1986 to 1996, winning 100 games with the school, including a 12-0 national title-winning season in 1988.
The Frogs had never won a Big 12 title or been to the NCAA Sweet 16 until last year.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
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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