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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has accused the Biden administration of creating a war zone on the border by failing to enforce federal immigration law. Abbott is defending Texas' controversial actions to deter illegal crossings.
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Abbott, who spoke from the Panhandle town of Borger, said that hundreds of structures have been lost, and "there's nothing left but ashes on the ground."
The former president toured Eagle Pass with Gov. Abbott on Thursday, meeting with border patrol agents and law enforcement, and was briefed on the state's operations.
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Abbott is backing most of the GOP incumbents in North Texas because they support school choice. Paxton though is pushing for their challengers because the Republican incumbents voted to impeach him last year.
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
One resident said she is exhausted with the situation in Eagle Pass.
Governors from Montana to New Hampshire joined Abbott, saying the issue was not just a Texas problem.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott returned to the Eagle Pass border with more than a dozen GOP governors Sunday to talk about illegal migrant crossings.
A swell of supporters dissatisfied with US border policies are traveling in and camping out before a rally near Eagle Pass on Saturday.
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.
Wednesday, a federal appeals court reversed an order requiring Texas to move a floating barrier on the Rio Grande.
The city says it has received more than 33,000 asylum seekers in total.
After seizing control of Shelby Park, Texas National Guard units deployed by Republican Gov. Greg Abbott have prevented Border Patrol agents from entering the area.
The New Sanctuary Movement of Philadelphia says people, not buses, are caught in the middle of Texas' policy of sending immigrants to Democratic-led cities.
The last straw for the mayor was apparently Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's decision to send buses to New Jersey train stations connecting to New York City to thwart an executive order.
Starting in March, Texas will give police even broader power to arrest migrants while also allowing local judges to order them out of the U.S. under a new law signed by Republican Gov. Greg Abbott.
The lawsuit on behalf of El Paso County comes one day after Gov. Greg Abbott signed SB 4 into law
While lawmakers on Capitol Hill negotiate immigration reform, Texas has passed a new law that gives local law enforcement the authority to arrest people suspected of crossing the southern border illegally. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott predicts that illegal border crossings will plummet in Texas as a result of a new bill he signed into law.
Republican Gov. Greg Abbott of Texas on Monday signed one of the harshest state immigration laws in modern U.S. history, authorizing state officials to arrest and seek the deportation of migrants suspected of crossing the border with Mexico illegally.
Every week, CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Add this to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's high ambitions: Parachuting from a plane.
The incoming winter weather is causing painful flashbacks for people who lived in Texas in February 2021.
The University of Texas and Ohio State University will go head-to-head in one of the two playoff games this week ahead of the College National Championship.
Cold weather continues ahead of a wintery mix of precipitation Thursday morning and snow Thursday night.
Dallas police said the officers "gave loud commands" for the suspect to drop the weapon.
President-elect Donald Trump said renaming the gulf is "appropriate," blasting Mexico for the migrants crossing the southern border.
Cold weather continues ahead of a wintery mix of precipitation Thursday morning and snow Thursday night.
The incoming winter weather is causing painful flashbacks for people who lived in Texas in February 2021.
The team at Park Row Ace Hardware stocked up on extra faucet covers and pipe covers ahead of this weekend.
The University of Texas and Ohio State University will go head-to-head in one of the two playoff games this week ahead of the College National Championship.
Dallas police said the officers "gave loud commands" for the suspect to drop the weapon.
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.
President-elect Donald Trump said renaming the gulf is "appropriate," blasting Mexico for the migrants crossing the southern border.
Former President Jimmy Carter is being remembered in six days of state funeral events.
Unpaid medical bills will no longer appear on credit reports under a final rule announced by the Biden administration.
A number of House Republicans from around North Texas joined Paxton in backing David Cook.
With Trump's pledge to issue pardons and shut down the investigation, many of those who breached the Capitol four years ago could see their convictions erased.
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.
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
Several Western states are seeing rates worse than last year's peak of flu season.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says the recent surge in violence in the subway "cannot continue." She says she will include new legislation in the executive budget to change New York's involuntary commitment standards.
The proposed rule is required under a law passed by Congress last year, and is intended to ensure the safety of makeup and baby powder.
A Chicago man was stuck with a big medical bill after undergoing a colonoscopy that found no evidence of cancer. Here's why.
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.
Dallas guard Kyrie Irving is expected to miss one to two weeks with a bulging disc in his back, and Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said a timeline for his return was not immediately known.
Mike McCarthy says he absolutely wants to return as the coach of the Dallas Cowboys.
Now, the Cowboys await the fate of coach Mike McCarthy, who is on an expiring contract.
Expect the unexpected, such as Trey Lance and Will Grier getting possible reps.
Officers responded to Doncic's residence just after 10:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 27.
Peter Yarrow was a singer-songwriter and a social activist, but he was best known as one-third of the folk-music group Peter, Paul and Mary.
Here is the full list of winners who took home awards at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards.
Melania Trump is the focus of a new documentary that's set for release by Amazon Prime Video later this year, the company announced Sunday.
Known for her brutally honest style, comedian Nikki Glaser took the stage Sunday as host of the 2025 Golden Globe Awards tonight.
Jeff Baena was an indie screenwriter and director. He and actress Aubrey Plaza wed in 2021.
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.
