Brittney Griner arrives in U.S. following prisoner swap
Her plane landed in San Antonio, Texas. Griner was freed from Russia in exchange for notorious international arms dealer Viktor Bout.
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Her plane landed in San Antonio, Texas. Griner was freed from Russia in exchange for notorious international arms dealer Viktor Bout.
While securing the swap may have scored points for President Joe Biden at home, the same goes for Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
Cherelle Griner told the "CBS Mornings" co-host she got a call from the White House about a week ago saying they were "feeling optimistic."
Griner has been sentenced for drug possession after vape canisters containing cannabis oil were found in her luggage.
North Texans and many people around the world are mourning the loss of basketball star and coach, Tiffany Jackson.
Tiffany Jackson, a former standout at the University of Texas who was the No. 5 pick in the WNBA draft in 2007 and played nine years in the league, has died of cancer, the school announced.
A Russian court has set a date for American basketball star Brittney Griner's appeal against her nine-year prison sentence for drug possession.
Griner's teammates say they approached Thursday's game "with a heavy heart": "It's like you're just waiting for a bomb to drop."
Russian officials said Thursday that negotiations had been taking place for a possible prisoner swap between the United States and Russia, but that a deal had not yet been reached.
Hundreds of emails have been sent by players to an account Griner's agent set up.
The Wings not only believe this could be the year of their first WNBA title, they also believe they have a major role to play in the community.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says he is working with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to bring Brittney Griner home.
Griner, one of the league's biggest stars, remains detained in Russia since arriving at a Moscow airport in mid-February.
A court in Moscow has announced that it has extended the arrest of American basketball star Brittney Griner until May 19.
The mystery surrounding Brittney Griner's detainment in a country she's worked in for years has come to symbolize the growing tensions between the US and Russia during Russia's continued invasion of Ukraine.
Dallas congressman Colin Allred is working with the U.S. State Department to bring Texas native and WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner home from a Russian prison.
The arrest of WNBA superstar and former Baylor Lady Bear Brittney Griner over alleged drug charges in Russia has left family members, friends and supporters with little information about her well-being.
Texas native and WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner was arrested last month at a Moscow airport after Russian authorities said a search of her luggage revealed vape cartridges.
Last season, Dallas-native and WNBA star Moriah Jefferson had a chance to host basketball phenom Zaila Avant-garde from Louisiana.
The Wings return to play on Saturday, but the players say the conversations had on those nights when games were postponed were important, as the struggle for social justice continues.
Thursday's games involving the Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Wings and Texas Rangers have been postponed as teams stand in solidarity over racial injustice following the recent police shooting of Jacob Blake.
The Wings' center is using the #IAm campaign to allow everyone's personal experience to be heard when it comes to social injustice and police brutality.
The Dallas Wings will be hitting the court soon, but not at their home in Arlington.
Tamika Catchings, a former Duncanville High School star and WNBA Legend, will have a chance to showcase her talents whens he participates in the first ever NBA HORSE Challenge.
Dallas Wings center Imani McGee-Stafford has decided to sit out the next two seasons of the WNBA to pursue a law degree from Southwestern Law School. She has been placed on the team's suspended list.
Palm Sunday's forecast will be vastly different.
Bank of America has reached a $72.5 million settlement in a lawsuit that alleges the financial giant helped facilitate the sex trafficking operation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Hundreds of federal aviation employees received groceries at DFW Airport, with more support events planned as the shutdown continues.
A startup in North Dallas is building a fleet of humanoid robots for parties, conventions, and corporate events – and demand is growing fast.
Police said the suspect approached a parked vehicle, argued with a woman inside, and opened fire before allegedly taking his own life.
Police said the suspect approached a parked vehicle, argued with a woman inside, and opened fire before allegedly taking his own life.
Hundreds of people are expected to attend nearly a dozen different "No Kings" protests planned across North Texas on Saturday.
Palm Sunday's forecast will be vastly different.
Bank of America has reached a $72.5 million settlement in a lawsuit that alleges the financial giant helped facilitate the sex trafficking operation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
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Since early February, residents of the Big Bend region have been outspoken about border wall plans.
The moratorium does not affect companies already enrolled in Medicare.
The state is already home to nearly 400 data centers, but hundreds more are in the works.
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.
Ten U.S. service members were injured in an attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, according to multiple U.S. officials.
SMU political science professor Matthew Wilson discusses the May U.S. Senate GOP primary runoff between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton. Wilson tells Jack Fink that James Talarico is giving Democrats one of their best chances to win a statewide office in 32 years.
Texas governor nominee Gina Hinojosa discusses her March 3 victory in a crowded Democratic primary. Hinojossa tells CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink about her priorities in her run against Governor Greg Abbott in the November general election.
New Texas regulations taking effect March 31 will cap THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
The House passed a measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security for 60 days — but it's still unclear how the shutdown will end as the Senate, which approved its own funding plan, is on recess.
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
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.
New Texas regulations taking effect March 31 will cap THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
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.
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.
The teams traded baskets and chances most of the night.
Ilya Sorokin made 26 saves to help the Islanders beat the Stars 2-1 on Thursday night.
Kyle Schwarber and Alec Bohm both went yard, and Cristopher Sánchez struck out 10 batters as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Texas Rangers, 5-3, on Opening Day.
Jack Hughes scored twice in a four-goal first period as New Jersey beat Dallas 6-4, ending the Stars' run without consecutive regulation losses.
Marc Bindel will be formally welcomed as both the head coach and athletic coordinator at a March 30 school board meeting.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Local reports estimate that roughly 40,000 people gathered across central Seoul to watch K-pop band BTS reunite.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island was released to the media Friday.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
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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