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Historic Texas school choice bill nears Gov. Abbott's desk, possible third Republican in Senate prim
All the Republican majority in the Senate will have to do is approve SB 2, as they've already done on the original bill.
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All the Republican majority in the Senate will have to do is approve SB 2, as they've already done on the original bill.
Eleven months before the March primary election in Texas, Republican Senator John Cornyn and his newly announced challenger, Attorney General Ken Paxton, are trashing each other's records.
The owner of two North Texas car dealerships talks about how he's preparing his business and employees, and the impact on consumers. Celebrities Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson are lobbying lawmakers for big bucks to lure movie and TV show producers to Texas. The new Texas Democratic Party Chairman details his plans to rebuild ahead of the 2026 elections.
Dallas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett faces a censure resolution after calling Greg Abbott "Governor Hot Wheels". Senator John Cornyn starts his 2026 re-election campaign with a video starring President Trump. Members of Congress sound off on the vandalism and violence at Tesla dealerships and about Elon Musk's controversial cutbacks at the federal government.
Texas Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Flower Mound, filed impeachment articles against U.S. District Judge James Boasberg in Washington, D.C.
CBS News Texas followed various lawmakers throughout the day of the vote for SB2, including nearly 11 hours of debate over the bill.
Analysts have said the candidates must raise a lot of money to get their message out in this large state.
Texas taxpayers will pick up the tab if lawmakers agree to fund it.
Early this week, President Trump talked about sending U.S. citizens who commit violent crimes to El Salvador, and wants his attorney general to look into the idea.
For the Trump administration, these tariffs are meant to pressure other nations into more favorable trade deals
On Wednesday, President Trump unveiled a universal import duty of 10%on all products, as well as reciprocal tariffs on imports from 90 nations.
Texas Republican state representatives Katrina Pierson and Mike Olcott express excitement over school choice Education Savings Account passing in the House. They counter Democratic criticisms by stating that the bill is designed to benefit families who are dissatisfied with public school outcomes and want alternatives such as private or charter schools.
Texas Democratic state representatives John Bryant and Mihaela Plesa express their disappointment over the passage of the School Choice Education Savings Account bill. They urge voters to support public education by voting for Democratic candidates in the next elections.
GOP consultant Vinny Minchillo discusses the primary for U.S. Senate, including potential candidates in the race. He also discusses the impact of tariffs and the Trump administration's promises.
While analysts give Cornyn the advantage in fundraising, they give Paxton the advantage when it comes to his support among the grassroots, who are more likely to vote in the primary.
SMU Political Science Professor Matthew Wilson analyzes the Cornyn-Paxton GOP U.S. Senate primary. "I think it's going to be a bitter, hotly contested, very expensive primary campaign."
Former Texas Republican Party Chair Matt Rinaldi discusses why he supports Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the GOP primary for U.S. Senate.
Republican Texas Rep. Mitch Little of Lewisville discusses judgment against the Texas Attorney General's Office and his priorities for this session.
Former Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price discusses why she supports Senator John Cornyn in the GOP primary for U.S. Senate.
Texas Sen. Nathan Johnson discusses the nearly $6.7 million judgment against the Texas Attorney General's Office in the whistleblower case.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has officially entered the U.S. Senate race, plans to run against incumbent Senator John Cornyn. Conservative political consultant Matt Mackowiak of the Potomac Strategy Group says he expects this to be "one of the nastiest races in Texas political history".
Genevieve Collins, the Texas Director of Americans For Prosperity, discusses why she believes school choice would help Texas students and families if passed.
Zeph Capo, President of AFT Texas (American Federation of Teachers) discusses the school choice bill. He also discusses the public school funding bill.
New Texas Democratic Party Chairman Kendall Scudder discusses how the party should respond to Trump. He also comments on how Democrats are preparing for 2026.
Owner of Don Herring Mitsubishi and Chairman for the North Texas Auto Dealers Association, Don Herring, discusses 25% tariffs President Trump has placed on all vehicles made outside the U.S. He tells Jack Fink how it could impact his dealerships and what he's doing to prepare for the long term effects this could have.
Texas Rep. Gene Wu, Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus discusses his opposition to a $1 billion bill to send students to private school
GOP Congressman Randy Weber discusses the censure resolution he filed versus Dallas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett after her "Governor Hot Wheels" remark.
Texas Congressman Greg Casar of Austin discusses the censure resolution proposed against Rep. Jasmine Crockett. He also discusses the planned protests against Tesla.
Conservative political consultant Matt Mackowiak discusses Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett's "hot wheels" comment and Senator John Cornyn's bid for re-election.
Democratic political consultant Matt Angle discusses Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett's "hot wheels" comment and Senator John Cornyn's bid for re-election.
State Representative Nate Schatzline of Fort Worth (R), discusses his support for abolishing the U.S. Department of Education. He also tells Jack Fink about his other priorities when it comes to children in the state of Texas.
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett shares her thoughts on tariffs being implemented by the Trump Administration. She says there is a niche area in farming and agriculture for Texas to localize some processes.
Republicans are looking to extend the tax cuts from 2017 and say if they're not made permanent, everybody's taxes are going to increase. Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett of Dallas (D) weighs in on the conversation.
"It is a blessing and a curse to be a Democrat," Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett tells Jack Fink. She tells Jack if she believes it is time for new leadership in the Senate.
"They are trying to starve this agency and bring it to its knees one way or another," U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Dallas told Eye on Politics reporter Jack Fink.
Pope Francis made it his mission to change the perception of the Catholic Church around the world.
This will be the first time Nico Harrison addresses the media directly, on camera, since the shocking Luka Doncic trade in February.
The former Bishop of Dallas will lead the Vatican while the papacy is vacant.
Lewisville PD said officers arrested the victims' grandson for the stabbing.
Fort Worth Bishop Michael Olson said his passing will be mourned with gratitude for his service to the Catholic Church.
The fight against squatters in Texas could soon affect every renter in the state.
Housing finance corporations were created to address affordable housing needs. But many say they're being abused.
For decades, local governments have used HFCs to create affordable housing. But recently, developers have found some small towns willing to go far beyond their limits to broker deals all across the state.
In the wake of the fatal stabbing at a Frisco high school track meet, a surge of misinformation has swept through social media platforms, causing confusion and fear.
The I-Team followed the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office's human trafficking unit as it offered help to the women and men caught in prostitution stings.
The messages were sent the same day Hegseth shared similar details in a separate Signal chat that inadvertently included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief.
Current and former Seattle Police officers who attended President Trump's Jan. 6 rally are seeking to keep their identities out of public records related to the insurrection.
Minutes after sharing a more traditional Easter message on Truth Social, President Trump posted a longer, grievance-filled message.
Republicans say the legislature is not defunding public schools, and instead, is on its way to approving billions of dollars of new money for public schools.
Under the SB2, students will receive $10,000 each year if they attend a private school. Disabled students would receive up to $30,000 a year and home-schooled students would get $2,000.
At Fort Worth ISD's North Side High School, the sounds of an American sport on the field meet mariachi music in the stands.
With new foods, such as the "Drowning Taquitos" and the "Beso de Angel," Tony's Taco Shop owners say they don't take their success for granted.
Latinas in Tech DFW started back up last year after the pandemic. They have lots of opportunities for Latinas to network, connect, and learn new skills.
Anchor Ken Molestina shows us how he makes his Cuban coffee for the CBS News Texas newsroom.
Del Olmo, who has played golf his entire life, recalls how rare the sport was for people like him growing up in Mexico City.
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.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
The person visited three shopping areas in the county on April 10-12 while infectious, officials said.
Some employees working on the CDC's measles response were warned they could face layoffs.
The father of identical twins on the Autism spectrum shares his family's journey and challenges.
A majority of the agency's COVID-19 vaccine work group now backs narrower "risk-based" recommendations.
A Texas judge has thrown out a federal rule that would have capped credit card late fees.
Nvidia announced Monday morning that it wants to build two factories in Texas — one in Houston and one in Dallas.
Economic impact anticipated as Paige Bueckers joins the Wings, Boosting Local DFW Economy
P. Wade Ross leads a group of Black farmers and ranchers who are used to losing some---and, then, losing some. Now, they are hoping for a win.
DRAFTED, the first culture-driven media company focusing on Latina sports, was officially launched in 2023.
This will be the first time Nico Harrison addresses the media directly, on camera, since the shocking Luka Doncic trade in February.
The WWE's 41st WrestleMania event is finally here. Here's what time it starts and how to watch all the action on night 2.
Excitement is building for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It's been 31 years since North Texas hosted the tournament.
PlayersTV says it's the first and only media network owned and operated by professional athletes with all original content from their lives off the court and field.
"There's no regrets on the trade," Harrison said during a round table discussion. "Part of it is doing the best thing for the Mavs."
The WWE's 41st WrestleMania event is finally here. Here's what time it starts and how to watch all the action on night 2.
PlayersTV says it's the first and only media network owned and operated by professional athletes with all original content from their lives off the court and field.
Filming has been canceled for Tuesday but will resume Wednesday.
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
A pair of critically endangered, nearly 100-year-old Galapagos tortoises at the Philadelphia Zoo have become first-time parents.
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.
CBS News Texas viewers got out and enjoyed the snow day on Thursday and send us all of their best photos. Take a look.
CBS News Texas captured the excitement and energy of the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival through photos.
Cowtown lit up the streets of Downtown with smiles and lights during the annual Parade of Lights.
