Searching for Answers - A CBS News Texas special
CBS News Texas journalists spent weeks investigating solutions to mass shootings. Survivors, teachers, law enforcement, scientists and politicians have ideas, some you've never heard of.
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CBS News Texas journalists spent weeks investigating solutions to mass shootings. Survivors, teachers, law enforcement, scientists and politicians have ideas, some you've never heard of.
Governor Greg Abbott told CBS 11 that laws passed after the deadly Santa Fe High School shooting in 2018 didn't go far enough in making sure school districts follow state safety and security standards.
Hundreds, including families of Uvalde and Santa Fe victims, turned out for the March For Our Lives rally at the Texas Capitol to demand Governor Abbott take action on guns.
Hundreds, including families of Uvalde and Santa Fe victims, turned out for the March For Our Lives rally at the Texas Capitol to demand Governor Abbott take action on guns.
They say the "Texas miracle died in Uvalde," referring to the school massacre there. It wasn't clear who posted them or why.
Pete Arredondo was fired during a Uvalde CISD Board meeting on Aug. 24, three months after the shooting at Robb Elementary school.
An attorney representing some families impacted by the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School has filed a $27 billion claim against Uvalde CISD, the city of Uvalde, and Uvalde County.
The district is considering whether or not to fire the chief who has been blamed for the department's response to the Robb Elementary Shooting.
The Senator spoke to CBS 11's Jack Fink at CPAC in Dallas today.
The Hondo City Council voted 4-1 to rescind the rental agreement for the Friends of the NRA to hold its fundraiser there.
The new leader of the school district talked about how she intends to protect students.
Principal Mandy Gutierrez was placed on administrative leave with pay this week.
The report from Texas state lawmakers was sharply critical of law enforcement at all levels. Parents didn't hold back in addressing board members.
Texas lawmakers released a report that found "systematic failures and egregious poor decision making" contributed to the failures in the Uvalde shooting response.
The House committee report details the colossal law enforcement and school district breakdowns, and victims' families want accountability.
Eva Mireles contacted her husband Ruben Ruiz as she lay dying inside one of the classrooms with the gunman.
Ken Molestina speaks with State Sen. Roland Gutierrez (D-San Antonio), represents Uvalde in Austin
"It started with Sandy Hook. We are going to fight tooth and nail for change."
State and local officials agreed to release some surveillance footage from inside the hallway of Robb Elementary School during the May 24 massacre, which killed 19 fourth graders and two teachers.
Arredondo, the police chief for the Uvalde school district, will resign from his position on the city council.
Arredondo, the police chief for the Uvalde school district, will resign from his position on the city council.
Uziyah Garcia's funeral was held Saturday at the Immanuel Baptist Church in San Angelo, where he lived before moving last year to Uvalde, Texas.
Two Texas House committees are holding a joint hearing on the Uvalde school shooting, with 20 panels of witnesses
The talks come a day before the one month anniversary of the Uvalde school shooting where 19 children and two teachers were murdered.
Delays in the law enforcement response have been the focus of federal, state and local investigations of the mass shooting.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
A picture obtained by TMZ shows the man with multiple loops of tape around his wrists, torso and head.
Prosecutors said Mexican smuggler Luis Carlos Davalos-Lopez helped run an illicit operation that charged migrants as much as $30,000 to cross into the U.S.
The federal indictment against ICE officer Christian Castro has been unsealed, detailing charges accusing him of lying to investigators about a north Minneapolis shooting of a Venezuelan immigrant in January.
A former Johnson County police officer was sentenced to consecutive life terms after being convicted of possessing child pornography and soliciting a minor.
A picture obtained by TMZ shows the man with multiple loops of tape around his wrists, torso and head.
Prosecutors said Mexican smuggler Luis Carlos Davalos-Lopez helped run an illicit operation that charged migrants as much as $30,000 to cross into the U.S.
The federal indictment against ICE officer Christian Castro has been unsealed, detailing charges accusing him of lying to investigators about a north Minneapolis shooting of a Venezuelan immigrant in January.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, has forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
A former Johnson County police officer was sentenced to consecutive life terms after being convicted of possessing child pornography and soliciting a minor.
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.
Prosecutors said Mexican smuggler Luis Carlos Davalos-Lopez helped run an illicit operation that charged migrants as much as $30,000 to cross into the U.S.
Securing American Greatness, a nonprofit with ties to Mr. Trump's super PAC, MAGA Inc., unveiled its first ads to air nationwide.
Thomas Ross allegedly tried to get his campaign manager to plant cocaine and Adderall on his opponent, federal prosecutors in Missouri 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.
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.
This a period of transition for the U.S. with a young roster that includes the trio of Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese.
Milton backed up Prescott in 2025, his second year in the league after the Cowboys acquired him in a trade with New England.
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.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
