Safety Technology That Helped NASCAR Driver Ryan Newman Survive Major Crash Protects Us, Too
Passenger car "safety cells" have gotten a lot better says automotive engineer Neil Hannemann.
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Passenger car "safety cells" have gotten a lot better says automotive engineer Neil Hannemann.
Ryan Newman was released from a Florida hospital on Wednesday, two days after his frightening crash on the final lap of the Daytona 500.
The Vice President and General Manager of Texas Motor Speedway Eddie Gossage said, "That's breathtaking. It really is a scary, scary moment and you hope and pray that Ryan is OK."
J.D. Gibbs died last month following a long battle with a degenerative neurological disease and Denny Hamlin dedicated this NASCAR season to Gibbs' memory.
The first leg of the 'Danica Double' was a bust after Danica Patrick crashed out of the Daytona 500. But she still has the Indianapolis 500 ahead of her in May.
Danica Patrick's final NASCAR race captured her career to perfection. She had photojournalists embedded with her, social media buzzing, and a crumpled car towed to the garage.
The No. 3 is No. 1 again at Daytona, on a day, in a race and at a place forever linked with the great Dale Earnhardt.
GoDaddy has a new ad that will air during the Daytona 500, showcasing the growth of Danica Patrick and the company that helped make her one of the most famous female athletes ever.
Danica Patrick has secured the money needed to race in both the Daytona 500 and the Indianapolis 500. GoDaddy has reunited with Patrick for the final two races of her career.
Kurt Busch used a last-lap pass to win the crash-filled Daytona 500 on Sunday in the opening race of Monster Energy's new role as title sponsor of NASCAR's top series
Busch used a last-lap pass to win the crash-filled Daytona 500 on Sunday in the opening race of Monster Energy's new role as title sponsor of NASCAR's top series.
Four-time NASCAR champion Jeff Gordon will drive the honorary pace car for the Daytona 500 on Sunday. Gordon will lead the field to green behind the wheel of a 2017 Camaro ZL1.
Authorities say a man suspected of killing his uncle during a land dispute in Texas was arrested after coming to Florida to attend NASCAR races at Daytona International Speedway.
Chase Elliott nipped Dale Earnhardt Jr. on the final qualifying lap to win his second straight pole for the Daytona 500.
Waltrip is a two-time Daytona 500 winner, and the Feb. 26 race will mark his 30th career start in "The Great American Race."
Owen Wilson is set to lend his voice to one of racing's biggest events, this time as the grand marshal for the Daytona 500.
After missing the final 18 races of last season because of a concussion, NASCAR star Dale Earnhardt Jr. has been medically cleared to return next year. He is set to take part in the season-opening Daytona 500.
The Daytona 500 had been held on Presidents Day weekend from 1968 to 2011. But NASCAR officials tweaked the date beginning in 2012, anticipating changes to the NFL schedule.
Hamlin raced to his first Daytona 500 victory Sunday, the first for Toyota, and the first in 23 years for Joe Gibbs Racing.
Kyle Busch won the second qualifying race Thursday night for the Daytona 500, but several contenders wrecked their prized cars in a last-lap accident.
Stewart is sidelined for the start of his final NASCAR season with a fractured vertebra. He was hurt riding an all-terrain vehicle.
Kyle Busch has undergone surgery on his left foot, broken in a hard crash at Daytona International Speedway.
Joey Logano had a shot to win the NASCAR championship last year. A flawed late pit stop cost him the chance, and he went into the offseason determined to get back into contention.
The final practice before the Daytona 500 qualifying races was free of chaos. Of course, only five cars turned laps during the 1-hour, 25-minute practice session Thursday.
Purdy will drive the new Toyota Camry that was redesigned for 2015. She won her medal in snowboarding in 2014 at the Sochi Paralympics.
With all the lingering questions about the future of coach Mike McCarthy, they won for the fourth time in their last five games.
The Container Store said it is filing for bankruptcy protection after years of losses and declining sales.
Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty Monday to state charges in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Jamir was riding his bike home from Winniford Park in Mckinney on Saturday around 6 PM when McKinney police say a driver in a dark four door sedan hit him and kept on going. Police are asking for the public's help to find that driver.
As the season of giving is underway, CBS News Texas has teamed up with Tom Thumb, Albertsons to highlight nonprofits making a difference in their communities year-round, while offering a $1,000 donation.
With all the lingering questions about the future of coach Mike McCarthy, they won for the fourth time in their last five games.
The Container Store said it is filing for bankruptcy protection after years of losses and declining sales.
Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty Monday to state charges in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Jamir was riding his bike home from Winniford Park in Mckinney on Saturday around 6 PM when McKinney police say a driver in a dark four door sedan hit him and kept on going. Police are asking for the public's help to find that driver.
As the season of giving is underway, CBS News Texas has teamed up with Tom Thumb, Albertsons to highlight nonprofits making a difference in their communities year-round, while offering a $1,000 donation.
When a former Cedar Hill police officer was accused of soliciting sex from a DWI suspect he was already under investigation for similar behavior with a victim of domestic violence, internal records reveal.
Amber Crum was just 2 years old when she disappeared from the Pleasant Grove area the day after Christmas in 1983.
A nationwide gift card scam linked to Chinese organized crime involving gangs prompted law enforcement and DHS to take action.
"The events are not a mismanagement of business, but an intentional act to deceive and deprive," an investigator said.
For weeks, the I-Team traced the cups dropped inside seven locations in Garland, Plano, Frisco, Irving, Hurst, Highland Park, and Fort Worth.
Pillen's office did not specify what injuries he sustained or how serious they were, but noted he was expected to remain in the hospital for several days.
Granger released a statement after a Dallas news site reported that she was living in a memory care facility.
Rep. Kay Granger has not cast a vote in Congress since July and stepped down from the powerful House Appropriations Committee in March.
Ken Molestina fills in for Jack Fink this week as Texas outlines another strategy to handle security on the southern border. Collin County Elections Administrator Bruce Sherbet recently announced he's retiring and reflects on his time in the role in a conversation with Jack. Jack also spoke to Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney about the city's growth and new developments. (Original air date: December 22, 2024.)
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down in New York earlier this month, and there has been some celebration on social media of the suspected killer.
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.
A North Texas couple vetted and hired a local company for their move to Oregon, not knowing someone else would be taking their things.
Big solar companies oftentimes outsource on-the-ground sales efforts to third-party companies.
As more seniors fall victim to financial scams, citizens and lawmakers search for stronger consumer protections.
Following an I-Team investigation, Sunnova Energy is facing legal action from nearly a dozen Texas families.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
A Chicago man was stuck with a big medical bill after undergoing a colonoscopy that found no evidence of cancer. Here's why.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
Many participants are amputees but the program also supports those with neurodivergent conditions, brain injuries, military injuries and more.
"The mystery has finally been solved," Congo's health ministry says, after an unidentified disease outbreak started killing mainly women and children in a remote region.
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
The concept is simple: a menu with no prices. Guests pay what they can afford.
The new Fort Worth facility is expected to create hundreds of new jobs to help build long-range assault aircraft.
The Dallas City Council voted Wednesday to approve a contract which includes a $15 million upgrade to the convention center.
"The events are not a mismanagement of business, but an intentional act to deceive and deprive," an investigator said.
According to the report, 15,151 Texas workers are owed back wages.
With all the lingering questions about the future of coach Mike McCarthy, they won for the fourth time in their last five games.
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
"America's Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys" is coming to Netflix in 2025.
Rick Welts was previously the president and COO of the Golden State Warriors.
Before they step on the field, the SMU Mustangs football team has to get through finals first.
The lawsuit lays out Blake Lively's allegations against Justin Baldoni during their time working on "It Ends with Us."
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
This year, the team wanted to be sure more visitors could enjoy the trains.
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
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.
Check out photos of cars, trucks and SUV's on display this year at the Texas Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas.
We take a look back at Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia's time in Dallas.
Stars, stripes and plenty of fun in the sun is how Fort Worth celebrates the Fourth of July.
