Texas lawmakers discuss President Trump's "big beautiful bill", proposed tax and spending cuts
Senate Republicans hope to pass the "big, beautiful bill" by July 4th. It will then go back to the House for consideration.
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Senate Republicans hope to pass the "big, beautiful bill" by July 4th. It will then go back to the House for consideration.
Goodwin, who was first elected in 2018, will have to give up her legislative seat in southwest Austin to run for Lt. Governor.
The New York Times reported a plan to have Texas legislators redraw the state's Congressional districts to help Republicans gain more seats.
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink breaks down this week's political news.
Goodwin, who was first elected in 2018, will have to give up her legislative seat in southwest Austin to run for Lt. Governor.
The New York Times reported a plan to have Texas legislators redraw the state's Congressional districts to help Republicans gain more seats.
Burt Thakur pulled off an upset on Saturday by beating an incumbent to earn a seat on the city council.
The law will require county jails across Texas to check with ICE to see if inmates are in the U.S. illegally or not.
Teachers and non-administrative staff across Texas will receive salary increases under the new legislation.
SBA administrator Kelly Loeffler visited DSG Technology in Arlington as part of the SBA's Made in America manufacturing initiative.
For the first time in 15 years, Tarrant County will see new precinct boundaries.
The DOJ sued Texas on Wednesday over a long-standing state education policy, which it says illegally favors undocumented foreign students.
For over 20 years, thousands of undocumented students have benefited from the Texas Dream Act.
Nearly half of that new funding will go towards teacher pay raises.
The Irving Professional Firefighters Association said they are investigating multiple false statements made by two men that city firefighters support human trafficking.
Less than a day after commissioners approved a controversial redistricting proposal, a group of citizens filed a lawsuit claiming intentional discrimination.
The 89th legislative session ended on June 2. Here's a look at bills that passed and bills that failed.
Opponents, including Rep. Vikki Goodwin, D-Austin, argue the bill violates the separation of church and state.
President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" has U.S. Representatives Jasmine Crockett and Brandon Gill at odds with each other.
The end of the Texas legislative session brings changes that impact public schools, property tax relief, criminal justice, abortion and more.
Beto O'Rourke said he's listening to the people to decide where he can do the most good in determining whether to run for office.
Teachers and non-administrative staff across Texas will receive salary increases under the new legislation.
The Texas House has passed the largest public school funding increase in state history, sending the measure to Abbott's desk for final approval. Here's what else could be signed this weekend.
SB 2880 wasn't scheduled for review in the Texas House.
A push in Texas to ban children under 18 years old from social media platforms is fading in Austin.
Thousands gathered along Southern roadsides, often in unusually chilly weather, to watch the monks' quiet procession that began in late October.
Ben Ogden of Team USA won the silver medal in the cross-country sprint Tuesday at the Winter Olympics in Italy.
Testing that measures student growth during the school year shows significant improvements in FWISD.
According to posts on her daughter's Facebook page, Price had been battling cancer.
TxDOT said it's developing the plan to "guide future investment decisions" for all on-system roadways in Fort Worth, and the input from residents is a key factor.
Thousands gathered along Southern roadsides, often in unusually chilly weather, to watch the monks' quiet procession that began in late October.
Ben Ogden of Team USA won the silver medal in the cross-country sprint Tuesday at the Winter Olympics in Italy.
Testing that measures student growth during the school year shows significant improvements in FWISD.
According to posts on her daughter's Facebook page, Price had been battling cancer.
TxDOT said it's developing the plan to "guide future investment decisions" for all on-system roadways in Fort Worth, and the input from residents is a key factor.
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.
A CBS News Texas investigation found those daily meals no longer being delivered to schools, despite the nonprofit's claims to the contrary.
Democratic leaders a say White House proposal doesn't make the grade as they demand new restrictions on ICE and threaten a shutdown of the Homeland Security Department.
Chappell Roan says she's left her talent agency after its CEO, Casey Wasserman, was named in files related to late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The U.S. military struck its 39th alleged drug-carrying boat on Monday, killing two people and leaving one survivor who is now the focus of a search-and-rescue effort.
"I offered him a chance to apologize, and he declined to do that," said Allred.
U.S. Olympian Hunter Hess said "there is so much that is great about America, but there are always things that could be better," a day after President Trump lashed out at him.
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.
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.
Salad and Go, a drive-thru salad chain, said on Wednesday that it will close all remaining Texas and Oklahoma stores.
Ben Ogden of Team USA won the silver medal in the cross-country sprint Tuesday at the Winter Olympics in Italy.
When the stage is big and the lights are at their brightest, Brooksby's superpower is on full display.
U.S. Olympian Hunter Hess said "there is so much that is great about America, but there are always things that could be better," a day after President Trump lashed out at him.
Some 2026 Winter Olympics athletes say their winning medals are falling apart, coming detached from their ribbons.
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is one of the most-streamed artists on the planet.
Chappell Roan says she's left her talent agency after its CEO, Casey Wasserman, was named in files related to late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is one of the most-streamed artists on the planet.
For the first time, a major U.S. automaker is putting a team up against the European giants of Formula One. Can Cadillac be a contender?
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny took the stage on Sunday dressed in all white, donning a jersey with his last name, Ocasio, and the number 64.
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.
