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Texas "redoubling" efforts at the southern border in response to Biden's immigration order
A National Guard military base was added last week at the border in Eagle Pass.
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A National Guard military base was added last week at the border in Eagle Pass.
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Hundreds of demonstrators from across the country gathered in Eagle Pass, Texas, to express their opposition to illegal immigration during a protest that featured a passionate call for tighter border security.
Biden is still urging Congress to pass immigration reform.
Shelby Park previously served as a processing center for the U.S Border Patrol, but since the seizure of the park by the Texas Military Department on order of Governor Abbott, the Border Patrol has been limited to only having boat ramp access at the park.
A two-day trip to the Texas southern border has two North Texas mayors calling for more local elected leaders to visit and amplify calls to better manage the number of migrants crossing into the state.
Jack Fink covers the biggest political stories of the week in the latest episode of Eye on Politics.
The lawsuit claims the administration assisted and encouraged illegal border crossings by removing fencing.
Jack Fink covers the biggest political stories of the week in the latest episode of Eye on Politics.
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas explained that he waived over two dozen federal laws to expedite the construction of border walls because the administration was bound by law to do so.
With the number of border crossings soaring, the administration seemed to reverse its stand on such construction and turned to a Trump-era funding technique.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized 13,440 rounds of unreported ammunition on Aug. 23.
"Cockfighting is an inhumane, age-old practice that is primarily associated to other illegal activities such as gambling and trafficking."
A 54-year-old U.S. citizen was busted at the Texas-Mexico border trying to smuggle three children into America
"They threw tear gas at us," said one of the Venezuelans frustrated by a new U.S. government app meant to handle asylum applications.
New York Mayor Eric Adams says cities where immigrants are flowing to need help from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Since the first length of fencing went up last week along the Mexican border near El Paso, the Texas National Guard has installed over two miles of the barricade and is expected to build more.
United States Border Patrol agent Raul Humberto Gonzalez, Jr. was killed in an ATV crash while chasing a group of illegal immigrants crossing the border near Mission.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers arrested a man who was wanted for sexual assault in Dallas.
She's the highest ranking female agent in the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at El Paso area ports of entry seized fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine in the last week.
A man previously convicted of sexual assault in Dallas was one of two arrested by U.S. Border Patrol agents after re-entering Texas illegally.
Former presidential adviser Steve Bannon was once a defendant in the case, but ex-President Donald Trump pardoned him as he left office.
Former President Donald Trump looked on Tuesday night as his onetime rivals for the nomination lined up to support him.
While the city of Dallas is non-partisan and run by a city manager, it is the largest in the U.S. with a Republican mayor.
"Oftentimes, it takes something like messing up the national anthem on live TV in order for a person to get some help."
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
After four years in college and five years in the minors, the versatile 28-year-old Cleveland Guardians player made the All-Star team in his first full season in the big leagues.
Former President Donald Trump looked on Tuesday night as his onetime rivals for the nomination lined up to support him.
While the city of Dallas is non-partisan and run by a city manager, it is the largest in the U.S. with a Republican mayor.
"Oftentimes, it takes something like messing up the national anthem on live TV in order for a person to get some help."
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
After four years in college and five years in the minors, the versatile 28-year-old Cleveland Guardians player made the All-Star team in his first full season in the big leagues.
A year after Andre Craig was killed in a high-speed Fort Worth police chase, his grieving family seeks answers.
The judge cited the company's cruel treatment of the animals for, "unreasonably depriving the animals of necessary care or shelter."
Thousands of items disappeared from the DeSoto Police Department evidence room, an internal audit found.
When 72-year-old Tom England received his Medicare statement in the mail, he immediately sensed something was wrong.
Jeremiah Cottle is selling all the intellectual property rights for the manufacture of bump stocks.
Former President Donald Trump looked on Tuesday night as his onetime rivals for the nomination lined up to support him.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
Three Republican National Convention delegates from North Texas discuss former President Trump entering the convention hall two days after being shot, his Vice President pick, and more.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Sen. Bob Menendez tried to shift the blame to his wife, Nadine Menendez, but was found guilty on all 16 felony counts for a scheme involving bribery and business favors.
Richardson residents continue to recover from storms that hit North Texas with winds that created debris and damages to homes.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
Over the past several months, the CBS News Texas I-Team has reported on solar panel horror stories. This time, we set out to find a success story.
Self-driving 18-wheelers have longtime truckers worried about their livelihood and others concerned that the technology needs more testing to make sure the public is safe.
McDonald's concept restaurant CosMc's has taken its drink-focused menu to Dallas for its second-ever location.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
Tahjana Lewis suffered burns to her chest, arms and legs, according to a recent lawsuit the Connecticut woman filed.
"Remember, viruses don't really care what time of year it is, or who you are."
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Consumer confidence in the deal remains as unguaranteed as a nod from the feds.
Dallas-based American Rounds says more than 200 stores in Texas are requesting a machine.
Massive flames and heavy smoke could be seen coming from Baby Doll's for hours as firefighters worked to put the fire out.
If you're not one of the millions of people traveling for the holiday, here's where you can go to shop and eat.
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
Marcus Semien, Kirby Yates and Corey Seager will represent the Texas Rangers Tuesday night in Arlington.
Witt was the No. 2 overall pick by the Royals in 2019 out of Colleyville Heritage High School, about 15 miles north of the Rangers' stadium.
The defending champions won seven of their last 10 games to enter the All-Star break in third place in the AL West.
"Oftentimes, it takes something like messing up the national anthem on live TV in order for a person to get some help."
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
The Republican National Convention continues on Wednesday at Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum, where the focus is expected to be on foreign policy.
During the public comment portion of the Fort Worth ISD school board meeting, parents expressed concerns about Superintendent Angelica Ramsey's performance.
Rain and cooler temperatures are on the way.
Law enforcement said the gunman who shot at former President Trump worked at a nursing home and asked for the day off Saturday.
There is a good chance for some much-appreciated rain on Thursday.
Stars, stripes and plenty of fun in the sun is how Fort Worth celebrates the Fourth of July.
Severe storms made way across North Texas on May 28, leaving behind a path of destruction.
Damage from across North Texas that was left behind by two tornadoes on May 25.
A storm chaser not only captured a massive tornado touching down in Hawley, Texas on Thursday but ended up rescuing a family of four whose home was destroyed by it.
Dallas artist Roberto Marquez traveled to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt, the U.S. capital and will attend this weekend's statewide protest in Austin.