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Tanner Horner sentenced to death in murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand
Horner pleaded guilty to the crime just moments before his trial began last month.
Texas gas prices now above $4 per gallon, AAA says
The AAA data shows some counties in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro hovering at or around the $4 mark.
Cool and cloudy for North Texas ahead of possible Mother's Day storms
The cold front responsible for bringing us these cooler temperatures is stalling out to our south and as a result there are better chances there to see a shower or spot storm.
Pair of shootings, 1 deadly, shut down Deep Ellum overnight, police say
The shootings happened just hours apart and a block away from each other.
3 evacuated from hantavirus cruise as Spain says it will dock in Tenerife
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
13-year-old student kills 2 women at school in Brazil
A 13-year-old student admitted carrying out the attack at the public school Instituto Sao Jose in Rio Branco, officials said.
Lutnick testifying in House committee's Epstein probe
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is being questioned Wednesday before the House Oversight Committee as part of its investigation related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults OK'd by FDA in major shift under Trump
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
Employers are demanding AI skills. What's the best way to learn them?
Career experts say workers and job seekers should take charge of their own AI education. Here's how to get started.
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See all results for the May 2 North Texas municipal elections
Voters across North Texas weighed billions in bond proposals, transit participation and local leadership races in the May 2 municipal elections.
Riders disappointed DART service will in Highland Park after voting results
Tammy Greenberg has taken the DART bus just about every day for 19 years, and she is relieved service will continue to University Park.
Here's which school bonds passed during North Texas elections
Dallas ISD voters passed a record-breaking bond that covers school buildings, classroom upgrades and more.
Two new North Texas mayors elected; Frisco heads to June runoff
Voters in Irving and Keller selected new mayors in open North Texas races as each city faces ongoing growth and development challenges.
Incumbent Jim Ross re-elected as Arlington mayor
Arlington voters decided a closely watched mayoral race shaped by debates over taxes, budgeting, growth and the city's future direction.
2 North Texas cities to stay in DART
Voters in three North Texas communities weighed whether to remain part of Dallas Area Rapid Transit.
Dallas ISD voters greenlight record $6.2 billion school bond package
Dallas ISD voters weighed in on a historic $6.2 billion Dallas ISD bond package aimed at replacing aging schools and upgrading campuses across the district.
Fort Worth voters approve full $845 million bond package funding streets, parks, public safety projects
Fort Worth voters weighed a sweeping $845 million bond package to fund streets, parks, public safety, housing and other city improvements in the May 2 election.
What's at stake in Saturday's Texas municipal elections
Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. As long as a voter is in line by 7 p.m., they will be able to cast their ballot.
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Cool and cloudy for North Texas ahead of possible Mother's Day storms
The cold front responsible for bringing us these cooler temperatures is stalling out to our south and as a result there are better chances there to see a shower or spot storm.
Chance of storms in North Texas Tuesday night
Throughout the day, we'll notice plenty of clouds in the sky, and breezy southerly winds increasing our humidity as well. The timing of the storms will still be between 6-10 p.m. tonight.
Tuesday evening storm chances in the cards for North Texas
We didn't wake up to rain, but expect storm chances as the evening gets underway.
Chance for severe weather, including large hail, returns to North Texas Cinco de Mayo
A First Alert Weather Day is in effect due to the potential of severe weather. The risk is conditional based on a capping inversion. However, considering the atmospheric conditions, if there are storms that ignite, they could be very strong, producing large hail, damaging winds and even a tornado.
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Lt. Gov., House Speaker offer flexibility on camp internet rule
Last month, some camps filed suit against the state to block the requirement for a fiber-optic connection to the internet.
Texas lawmakers want answers after third assassination attempt against President Trump
Republican U.S. Representative Pat Fallon was one of the members of Congress who sat on a task force following the first two assassination attempts on President Trump in 2024.
Supreme Court's ruling to further restrict use of race when drawing Congressional districts could impact redistricting in Texas
The nation's highest court increased restrictions on the use of race when drawing congressional, state legislative and other districts.
North Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett reveals future plans after she leaves office at the end of the year
It was the first time she revealed her future plans after she is set to leave Congress at the end of the year.
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Here's which school bonds passed during North Texas elections
Dallas ISD voters passed a record-breaking bond that covers school buildings, classroom upgrades and more.
Fort Worth ISD managers vote to close a school, cut some staff
Dozens of speakers took to the podium to try saving International Newcomer Academy,
Fort Worth ISD board to vote on staff reductions, closing another school
As superintendent Dr. Pete Licata restructures the district, staff in these areas have been identified as potential targets for that reduction in force.
TEA names new Lake Worth ISD superintendent amid state takeover
The Texas Education Agency announced Thursday that Ena Meyers will be leading the district.
North Texas school bond elections on the ballots as early voting starts
Voters can approve or deny specific layers of the bond if they don't want to approve the whole package.
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Making Ends Meet: Steps to take with storm damage
Severe weather season is upon us in North Texas. Doug Dunbar shares the steps you need to take when facing storm damage and how to protect yourself from scams.
Cool start for North Texas Wednesday, tracking possible storms for Mother's Day
North Texas is much cooler and less humid this morning with temperatures in the 50s. Some of our Red River Counties this morning may dip into the upper 40s. Keep in mind highs yesterday at DFW were in the lower 90s! Jackets will be needed to start your day.
Carrollton's Korean community reels from shootings at K Towne Plaza
Two people were killed and three others were injured in a pair of shootings Tuesday morning in Carrollton that police say stemmed from a business dispute. Seung Han Ho, 69, has been arrested in connection with the shootings, Carrollton Police Chief Roberto Arredondo said. Lacey Beasley shares how the Korean community is feeling the impacts of the shootings.
Overnight Deep Ellum shootings leave security dead, 5 others wounded
A pair of shootings unfolded just hours apart and within a block of each other overnight in Dallas' Deep Ellum neighborhood, according to officers on the scene. One shooting ended up claiming the life of a security officer. Trevor Sochocki and Deneeka Hill have the latest.
Gas surpasses $4/gallon in Texas, AAA reports
Gas prices are still rising amid tensions with Iran. In Texas, prices have now gone past $4 per gallon in Texas, including in North Texas.
Beyond the Border
Dilley residents' opinions split on living near controversial immigration detention facility
The self-proclaimed "Watermelon Capital of Texas" was once best known for its fruit output.
Fort Worth DACA recipient on edge awaiting work authorization ruling
An ongoing legal case threatens to strip work authorization from tens of thousands of Texas DACA recipients.
How the U.S. immigration landscape looks more than a year into President Trump's second term
More than a year into his second term, President Trump has maintained an aggressive approach to immigration.
North Texas pastor forced to self-deported could return sooner than thought after change in visa policy
Pastor Albert Oliveira said that prayers were definitely answered for him and for thousands of foreign-born religious workers who are caught up in a visa backlog.
How more Texas law enforcement agencies are working with federal immigration authorities
While the 287(g) program isn't new, it's dramatically grown in Texas over the past 12 months.
Trump's support among Latinos slips, Pew report shows
A new Pew survey shows Trump's support among Latinos slipping as many say his immigration and economic policies have worsened their situation.
Amid visa backlog, foreign-born North Texas pastor self-deports
Pastor Albert Oliveira is one of many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States forced to make the difficult decision to self-deport.
North Texas pastor among foreign-born religious workers forced to self-deport
Pastor Albert Oliveira is just one of the many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States choosing to self-deport amid a visa backlog.
U.S. immigrant population sees decline after record high, report finds
For decades, the nation's overall immigrant population has been climbing. But shifting policies are reversing that trend.
I-Team Investigations
North Texas firefighters say workers' comp coverage for cancer cases is battle
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
Texas is investigating the rooftop solar industry, after years of CBS News Texas reporting
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
Texas lawmakers look to address "notification fatigue"
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
How police departments' poorly-enforced rules enable off-duty misconduct
Across the U.S., police officers moonlight in bars, clubs, and private security jobs with little oversight. A CBS News and Howard Center investigation reveals how weak policies allow misconduct, corruption, and threats to public safety to persist.
The Amber Alert has a problem. Texans are tuning out.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
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North Texas explosion video raises concerns about old gas pipes
State records show regulators ordered the removal of a plastic gas pipe installed in the early 1970s after it was linked to multiple explosions and deaths in North Texas.
Nearly 30 years after a federal safety warning, another gas explosion raises questions in Lake Dallas
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Abandoned baby raises new questions about Texas' Baby Moses law
A North Texas baby placed under the safe haven law is at the center of a rare custody fight after the biological family came forward months later seeking to reclaim him.
After I-Team report uncovering pattern of complaints, Fort Worth City Council discusses first responders workers' comp issues
The city's human resources department presented plans to improve outcomes, including more accountability and adding new support positions to help employees navigate the process.
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Sen. Ted Cruz discusses SCOTUS decisions on redistricting, third attempted assassination of Trump
Republican Texas U.S. Senator Ted Cruz discusses the SCOTUS decisions on two redistricting cases in Texas and Louisiana. "The Supreme Court is right that the Constitution protects all of us regardless of race, and moving towards a colorblind society is a good thing." He also discusses the third attempted assassination on President Trump." This is the third attempted assassination of Donald Trump in the last two years, and it is horrific."
Texas U.S. Rep. Fallon discusses security concerns following third assassination attempt
U.S. Representative Pat Fallon, R-Frisco, was one of the members of Congress who sat on a task force following the first two assassination attempts on President Trump in 2024. He tells Jack Fink what was asked then and what he will be asking now that there has been a third attempted assassination on President Trump. "There's got to be accountability set," said Fallon. "The outer perimeter is always going to be the most dangerous, so what was the outer perimeter, and were these guests going through magnetometers?"
Texas U.S. Rep. Veasey denounces Supreme Court redistricting ruling, talks attempted assassination
Democratic U.S. Representative Marc Veasey of Fort Worth denounced the Louisiana v. Callais ruling by the nation's highest court on Wednesday. The ruling increased restrictions on the use of race when drawing congressional, state legislative, and other districts. Veasey also discusses his thoughts on the third attempted assassination of President Trump.
The tariff impacts on one North Texas dealership's vehicle sales and customers
Nearly a year after speaking with North Texas Mitsubishi dealership owner Don Herring, Jack Fink revisits the conversation to discuss the impact the tariffs have had on his dealerships and customers.
Marcos Velez discusses his plan to win the Democratic vote for Lt. Governor
Candidate Marcos Velez tells Jack Fink about his plan to win the Democratic vote for Lt. Governor in the Primary runoff election on May 26.
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Yankees beat Rangers 7-4 for 15th win in 17 games
The New York Yankees beat the Texas Rangers 7-4 on Tuesday night for their fifth straight win and 15th in 17 games.
Mavs name Masai Ujiri as new president months after firing Nico Harrison
The Mavericks touted Ujiri's experience, saying he has a decade of experience leading NBA front offices.
Derby-winning trainer hopes more women will succeed after historic win
Cherie DeVaux reflected on her place in history after becoming the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner with Golden Tempo.
Torkelson's home run lifts Tigers past Rangers, 7-1
Spencer Torkelson hit a two-run homer and the Detroit Tigers pulled away to a 7-1 victory over the Texas Rangers.
Detroit Tigers beat Texas Rangers 5-1 after Montero's efficient start
Dillon Dingler hit a three-run homer, Keider Montero pitched into the seventh inning and the Detroit Tigers beat the Texas Rangers 5-1.
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Tanner Horner sentenced to death in murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand
Horner pleaded guilty to the crime just moments before his trial began last month.
Texas gas prices now above $4 per gallon, AAA says
The AAA data shows some counties in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro hovering at or around the $4 mark.
Cool and cloudy for North Texas ahead of possible Mother's Day storms
The cold front responsible for bringing us these cooler temperatures is stalling out to our south and as a result there are better chances there to see a shower or spot storm.
Pair of shootings, 1 deadly, shut down Deep Ellum overnight, police say
The shootings happened just hours apart and a block away from each other.
3 evacuated from hantavirus cruise as Spain says it will dock in Tenerife
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
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North Texas firefighters say workers' comp coverage for cancer cases is battle
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
Texas is investigating the rooftop solar industry, after years of CBS News Texas reporting
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
Texas lawmakers look to address "notification fatigue"
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
The Amber Alert has a problem. Texans are tuning out.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
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North Texas explosion video raises concerns about old gas pipes
State records show regulators ordered the removal of a plastic gas pipe installed in the early 1970s after it was linked to multiple explosions and deaths in North Texas.
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Lutnick testifying in House committee's Epstein probe
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is being questioned Wednesday before the House Oversight Committee as part of its investigation related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults OK'd by FDA in major shift under Trump
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
Pete Hegseth defends strategy to Congress as Iran conflict costs U.S. billions of dollars
The Pentagon says the war in Iran has already cost roughly $25 billion — and counting. Lawmakers are raising concerns over strategy, rising costs and strained weapons stockpiles as tensions escalate.
To avoid risk of mines, Navy directs ships on path farther from Iran
The U.S. warns that transiting the normal route could be "extremely hazardous" because of mines laid in the Strait of Hormuz by Iran.
Hegseth says "ceasefire is not over" after Strait of Hormuz exchange of fire
Iranian vessels fired on U.S. ships guiding vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in the U.S. sinking several small Iranian boats.
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Bimbo Bakeries moves headquarters to Texas after 17 years in Philadelphia area
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Nearly 30 years after a federal safety warning, another gas explosion raises questions in Lake Dallas
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Driverless taxi company Zoox to begin testing in Dallas
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Lawsuit accuses McDonald's of deception on grounds that McRib has no rib meat
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.
See which retailers are changing their return policies for the holidays
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.
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3 evacuated from hantavirus cruise as Spain says it will dock in Tenerife
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
Fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults OK'd by FDA in major shift under Trump
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
North Texas firefighters say workers' comp coverage for cancer cases is battle
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
North Texas girl turns heart transplant journey into message of hope
After months waiting for a new heart, 9-year-old Penny found hope through music—and a second chance at life.
New Texas hemp rules now in effect. See which items are banned.
New Texas regulations took effect March 31 that capped THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
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North Texas auto dealer discusses the impact of tariffs on business, customers
Herring said that in the year before tariffs, used car sales were just under half of his business at his dealership in Irving; Now, they are nearly 75 percent.
Bimbo Bakeries moves headquarters to Texas after 17 years in Philadelphia area
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Dallas-based chocolatier Kate Weiser Chocolate to permanently close
Weiser said "the last few years has required a heavy financial lift to continue operating."
Bridge removal leaves Downtown Dallas businesses searching for customers
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.
Video shows Amazon delivery drone crashing into apartment building
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
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Yankees beat Rangers 7-4 for 15th win in 17 games
The New York Yankees beat the Texas Rangers 7-4 on Tuesday night for their fifth straight win and 15th in 17 games.
Mavs name Masai Ujiri as new president months after firing Nico Harrison
The Mavericks touted Ujiri's experience, saying he has a decade of experience leading NBA front offices.
Derby-winning trainer hopes more women will succeed after historic win
Cherie DeVaux reflected on her place in history after becoming the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner with Golden Tempo.
Torkelson's home run lifts Tigers past Rangers, 7-1
Spencer Torkelson hit a two-run homer and the Detroit Tigers pulled away to a 7-1 victory over the Texas Rangers.
Detroit Tigers beat Texas Rangers 5-1 after Montero's efficient start
Dillon Dingler hit a three-run homer, Keider Montero pitched into the seventh inning and the Detroit Tigers beat the Texas Rangers 5-1.
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Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reach settlement in "It Ends With Us" lawsuit
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
Shakira draws 2 million spectators in free concert on Copacabana Beach
The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year on one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.
David Allan Coe, singer who wrote "Take This Job and Shove It," dies at 86
David Allan Coe also had hits with "You Never Even Called Me By My Name" and "The Ride" among others.
Trump calls for Kimmel to be fired over jokes made before correspondents' dinner
First lady Melania Trump said that jokes Jimmy Kimmel made on his show days before the White House Correspondents' Dinner were "hateful and violent rhetoric."
Rob and Michele Reiner's son, Jake, speaks out about his parents' deaths: "My world, as I knew it, had collapsed"
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
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Photos: Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returns to North Texas
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.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
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.
Texas Health NICU babies celebrate first Valentine's Day in style
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
Mavericks fans call for GM Nico Harrison's firing ahead of Anthony Davis' first home game
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
