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Isolated storms, showers may bring gusty winds, large hail to North Texas
Monday will be hot, breezy and cloudy. A low-level jet is increasing moisture and wind; gusts could reach 40 mph in the afternoon.
Divers find bodies of 4 Italians in Maldives sea cave
Italy's Foreign Ministry said Monday rescuers located the bodies of four Italian divers who were believed to be deep inside an underwater cave in a Maldive atoll.
What you need to know as early voting kicks off for 2026 Texas primary runoff election
Voters who participated in the March primary election may only vote in that same party's primary runoff for the remainder of the election cycle, officials say.
2 Americans arrested over stunt at viral baby monkey Punch's zoo in Japan
Two Americans were arrested in Japan after social media posts showed a person jumping into an enclosure at the zoo where viral baby monkey Punch found fame.
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Iran war "re-escalation risks" keep oil prices volatile as talks stagger on
Oil prices remain volatile due to Iran war "re-escalation risks," as Tehran says it has shared another set of revised peace deal terms with the U.S.
Inside the "troubled teen" industry, when help sometimes does more harm
A CBS News investigation into youth residential treatment programs finds allegations of abuse, a lack of federal oversight, and families left to navigate a multibillion-dollar industry largely on their own.
Hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrives in Netherlands
The cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has docked at the Dutch port of Rotterdam for disinfection, wrapping up a troubled journey that put world health authorities on alert.
From life sentence to SMU graduation: Chris Young's story of redemption and resilience
Chris Young's journey to his college commencement could be a college course on resilience, redemption, righting his wrongs and the wrongs righted for him.
Austin shooting spree: 3 held after at least 12 incidents, police say
Mayor Kirk Watson said no motive has been identified and the shootings appear to be random.
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What you need to know as early voting kicks off for 2026 Texas primary runoff election
Voters who participated in the March primary election may only vote in that same party's primary runoff for the remainder of the election cycle, officials say.
Cornyn, Paxton fight in GOP runoff for Texas Senate seat
It's a clash of some of the Texas GOP's biggest titans, and only one of them will move on to run against Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico in the general election in November.
Johnson and Allred blast each other's records in battle for District 33
Former Democratic Congressman Colin Allred and Democratic Congresswoman Julie Johnson of Farmers Branch, are now in a battle for the primary runoff in the newly drawn 33rd District
Oak Cliff voting coalition pushes last-day registration ahead of primary runoff election
On the last day to register before the primary runoff election, a voting coalition in Oak Cliff helped young voters get on the rolls.
Democratic candidates for Texas lieutenant governor discuss the runoff
State Rep. Vikki Goodwin and labor leader Marcos Velez both spoke recently with Jack Fink.
Fight over precinct-based voting plan for May 26 primary continues
Voters in both parties will not be able to go to any voting center in the county on May 26.
Texas AG candidates call school choice, Ten Commandments laws unconstitutional
Democrats running for Texas attorney general are challenging two high-profile Republican-backed laws ahead of the May 26 runoff.
Dallas County GOP Chair Allen West resigns more than one month after being re-elected
The party's executive committee will select an interim Chairman at their meeting on Monday.
Texas Democrats to propose bills after Dallas County primary voting confusion
Republicans won't require precinct voting on election day for the upcoming primary runoff on May 26. So, voters in both parties will be able to go to any voting center in the county.
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Isolated storms, showers may bring gusty winds, large hail to North Texas
Monday will be hot, breezy and cloudy. A low-level jet is increasing moisture and wind; gusts could reach 40 mph in the afternoon.
First Alert Weather Day active for Monday, Tuesday amid severe storm chances in North Texas
A dryline and shortwave will lead to the possibility of a few isolated strong storms popping up on Monday afternoon. The threat of storms is conditional and very dependent if the storms can break a capping inversion. Some cities could see the potential of severe weather, while others may not get a drop of rain. Those who do see a storm will likely see it in the late afternoon and early evening; anything that flares up will fizzle out after dark.
North Texas heats up Monday as severe storm chances increase
A dryline and shortwave will lead to the possibility of a few isolated strong storms popping up on Monday afternoon. The threat of storms is conditional and very dependent if the storms can break a capping inversion.
Severe storm chances rise as First Alert Weather Days begin for North Texas
Showers and thunderstorms move into North Texas as warm, windy conditions continue, with First Alert Weather Days in effect Monday and Tuesday for the threat of strong to severe storms.
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Texas organizations weigh in on telehealth abortion access debate
The U.S. Supreme Court set aside a ruling that blocked women from being able to get the pills in the mail after having a telehealth visit.
Cornyn, Paxton fight in GOP runoff for Texas Senate seat
It's a clash of some of the Texas GOP's biggest titans, and only one of them will move on to run against Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico in the general election in November.
How Texas women could be impacted by the Supreme Court's pending decision on abortion pills
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito or the entire Supreme Court could decide the next steps for the abortion drug mifepristone.
Johnson and Allred blast each other's records in battle for District 33
Former Democratic Congressman Colin Allred and Democratic Congresswoman Julie Johnson of Farmers Branch, are now in a battle for the primary runoff in the newly drawn 33rd District
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Keller ISD board approves plan to close three intermediate schools
The district will establish new boundaries for each school that will take in students from the consolidated campuses.
Keller ISD considers closing 3 intermediate schools over declining enrollment
According to a press release from the district on April 2, Shady Grove Elementary was originally included in the closure plans.
Texas school districts face first deadline from law requiring seat belts on buses
Districts must report to the TEA how much it will cost them to retrofit or replace their buses by May 29.
Texas public schools facing decline of 75,000 students this year, TEA says
Next year, public education is expected to lose 120,000 students or more, according to demographer Bob Templeton, who testified in Austin on Monday.
State Board of Education says thousands of corrections needed to Bluebonnet Learning
This curriculum is controversial in some Texas public schools because portions of the reading lessons include Biblical texts.
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Shootings over the weekend leave Austin shaken
A manhunt over the weekend led to the arrest of three teens in Austin, accused of a string of shootings across the city. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee shares the latest.
Early voting begins for Texas primary runoffs
Polls are open this week for early voting in Texas' primary runoffs. Bo Evans shares what you need to know.
First Alert Weather Day active for Monday, Tuesday amid severe storm chances in North Texas
A dryline and shortwave will lead to the possibility of a few isolated strong storms popping up on Monday afternoon. The threat of storms is conditional and very dependent if the storms can break a capping inversion. Some cities could see the potential of severe weather, while others may not get a drop of rain. Those who do see a storm will likely see it in the late afternoon and early evening; anything that flares up will fizzle out after dark.
CBS News Radio signs off one last time this weekend
CBS News Radio will shut down on Saturday, May 23, 2026, after nearly a century on the airwaves. Here's a look back on the legacy it's leaving behind.
New poll shows many Americans don't believe war in Iran is helping U.S. interests
This new CBS News poll comes as President Trump warns Iran the "clock is ticking" as Pakistan pushes for a return to peace talks.
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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
Down the drain: how massive donations went to defunct Dallas nonprofit
Weeks after an I-Team report, the IRS posted that it had revoked Hunger Busters' nonprofit status in May 2025.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Avow Texas on mifepristone safety debate following Supreme Court ruling on the abortion medication
Ja’Loni Owens of Avow Texas discusses the latest U.S. Supreme Court decision allowing continued access—for now—to the abortion pill mifepristone under the FDA’s 2023 rule. Owens discusses why she supports the ruling, citing decades of FDA approval and global research supporting the safety of medication abortion.
Texas Values reacts to Supreme Court mifepristone abortion medication decision, what it means
Jonathan Saenz, President of Texas Values, discusses the latest U.S. Supreme Court decision involving the abortion pill mifepristone. Saenz also outlines how advocacy groups like Texas Values are responding, including legal filings and potential legislative action in Texas.
Grapevine Mayor William Tate celebrates five decades in office, discusses his time served and legacy
William D. Tate, one of the state's longest-serving mayors in the state of Texas, is celebrating five decades as Grapevine's mayor on Sunday, May 17th. Tate said he hopes the younger generation will continue the family's tradition of service and said he believes his legacy will be determined by residents.
Political Science Professor discusses heated battle between Sen. John Cornyn and Texas AG Ken Paxton
SMU Political Science Professor Matthew Wilson breaks down the heated battle between Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton in the GOP primary runoff for U.S. Senate. He and Jack Fink also discuss other races in Texas.
Republican Texas Sen. Bryan Hughes hopes the U.S. Supreme Court will uphold ruling on abortion drugs
Republican Texas Sen. Bryan Hughes of Tyler said he hopes the U.S. Supreme Court will uphold the Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling. The ruling currently blocks the FDA's 2023 rule allowing women to have a telehealth visit before receiving a prescription for the abortion drug mifepristone.
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Ronda Rousey defeats Gina Carano seconds into joint comeback match
Ronda Rousey used her signature armbar to stop Gina Carano just 17 seconds into a comeback bout between the two MMA fighters.
Exorbitant World Cup ticket prices creating sticker shock for soccer fans
FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."
Napoleon Solo wins Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park
Napoleon Solo hustled to first place at the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, coming out on top against 13 other horses.
Meet the horses who ran in the Preakness Stakes
The Preakness Stakes featured its biggest field in 15 years with 14 horses in the middle jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.
Natasha Howard and Courtney Williams fuel Lynx's 90–86 win over the Wings
Minnesota closed out a tight fourth quarter with clutch execution on both ends, holding off a late Dallas push to secure its second win of the season.
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Isolated storms, showers may bring gusty winds, large hail to North Texas
Monday will be hot, breezy and cloudy. A low-level jet is increasing moisture and wind; gusts could reach 40 mph in the afternoon.
Divers find bodies of 4 Italians in Maldives sea cave
Italy's Foreign Ministry said Monday rescuers located the bodies of four Italian divers who were believed to be deep inside an underwater cave in a Maldive atoll.
What you need to know as early voting kicks off for 2026 Texas primary runoff election
Voters who participated in the March primary election may only vote in that same party's primary runoff for the remainder of the election cycle, officials say.
2 Americans arrested over stunt at viral baby monkey Punch's zoo in Japan
Two Americans were arrested in Japan after social media posts showed a person jumping into an enclosure at the zoo where viral baby monkey Punch found fame.
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Iran war "re-escalation risks" keep oil prices volatile as talks stagger on
Oil prices remain volatile due to Iran war "re-escalation risks," as Tehran says it has shared another set of revised peace deal terms with the U.S.
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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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CBS News poll finds many voice frustration with Trump's economic approach
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
Texas organizations weigh in on telehealth abortion access debate
The U.S. Supreme Court set aside a ruling that blocked women from being able to get the pills in the mail after having a telehealth visit.
Cornyn, Paxton fight in GOP runoff for Texas Senate seat
It's a clash of some of the Texas GOP's biggest titans, and only one of them will move on to run against Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico in the general election in November.
Letlow, Fleming advance to runoff in Louisiana GOP Senate primary, CBS News projects
Incumbent GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, who had occasionally broken with the Trump administration, lost his bid for a third term.
Days after Trump's summit in Beijing, Putin will meet with China's Xi
Russia's Putin will travel to Beijing next week to meet China's Xi. The announcement came one day after President Trump returned from his own summit with the Chinese leader.
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California to provide 400 free diapers for newborns at dozens of hospitals
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 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.
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Hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrives in Netherlands
The cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has docked at the Dutch port of Rotterdam for disinfection, wrapping up a troubled journey that put world health authorities on alert.
Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda declared global health emergency
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
Controversial FDA official leaving drug center post in latest departure at agency
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
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Parents sue OpenAI over teen's death after he used ChatGPT to get drug info
A Texas couple is filing a lawsuit accusing the AI company of guiding their teenage son in using drugs, resulting in a fatal overdose.
Americans from hantavirus-hit ship arrive in U.S., including 1 who tested positive
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
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World Cup hotel bookings short of expectations in Texas
Expensive tickets, trouble getting visas and anti-American sentiment may all be contributing to underwhelming demand.
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.
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Ronda Rousey defeats Gina Carano seconds into joint comeback match
Ronda Rousey used her signature armbar to stop Gina Carano just 17 seconds into a comeback bout between the two MMA fighters.
Exorbitant World Cup ticket prices creating sticker shock for soccer fans
FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."
Napoleon Solo wins Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park
Napoleon Solo hustled to first place at the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, coming out on top against 13 other horses.
Meet the horses who ran in the Preakness Stakes
The Preakness Stakes featured its biggest field in 15 years with 14 horses in the middle jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.
Natasha Howard and Courtney Williams fuel Lynx's 90–86 win over the Wings
Minnesota closed out a tight fourth quarter with clutch execution on both ends, holding off a late Dallas push to secure its second win of the season.
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A "Survivor" finalist's mission to prove his late sister was murdered
"Survivor" 48 and 50 contestant Joe Hunter believes his sister Joanna, whose death was ruled a suicide, was murdered. He and their mother are working to be Joanna's voice and advocate for others who have experienced domestic violence.
Dua Lipa alleges Samsung uses copyrighted image of her to sell TVs
Pop singer accuses electronics manufacturer Samsung of using a copyrighted image of her face to sell TVs.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker says she'd like to make a cameo appearance on Taylor Sheridan's Landman
"The question is what do they get themselves into that requires a visit to the mayor's office? I don't know, but I would love to," said Mattie Parker in an interview with CBS News Texas.
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.
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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.
