Senator defends campaign donations amid push to legalize gambling in Texas
Nathan Johnson said his work to keep revenue flowing in the state is not rooted in political contributions for legalized gambling.
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Nathan Johnson said his work to keep revenue flowing in the state is not rooted in political contributions for legalized gambling.
Texas AG Ken Paxton is investigating whether Dallas ISD broke state law by allowing trans athletes in girls' sports.
Filming of the second season of "Landman" is underway in North Texas and you could be an extra in one of the shows.
At Tulsa Welding School in Irving, students can complete programs in welding, HVAC, or electrical work in just a few months, rather than years.
The city council meeting wrapped up just before 2 a.m. Friday.
As the Irving City Council was set to talk about a contentious issue Thursday night – whether or not to allow the construction of a destination resort, the Las Vegas Sands Corporation announced it is pulling the casino-style gaming component until they gain traction on the state level.
Even if city leaders sign off, the project faces a larger hurdle.
Thursday night, the Irving City Council will take up a contentious issue – whether or not to allow the construction of a destination resort.
Gambling is currently illegal in Texas, meaning lawmakers would need to change state law before voters could weigh in on a constitutional amendment to legalize it.
City officials and residents discussed with the local planning and zoning commission what could happen to the city if the billion-dollar project moves forward. CBS News Texas reporter Marvin Hurst has the story.
The Las Vegas Sands aims to establish a presence in Texas.
Friday night, the Las Vegas Sands Corporation is set to present details about a destination resort development in Irving. The corporation is owned by the Adelson family, who also own the Dallas Mavericks.
More than 350 residents had to be evacuated from two apartment buildings in Irving.
Strong to severe storms moved through North Texas on Tuesday morning, causing widespread damage and power outages.
The first severe weather of 2025 may have come and gone, but it left a big mess across North Texas.
More than 350 residents had to be evacuated from two apartment buildings in the city.
During their investigation, Irving police obtained surveillance footage of three suspects and their vehicle.
Officials believe Alison Ramirez-Lopez is in a neighboring state, possibly Alabama. She was last seen leaving her house Sunday morning for a birthday party.
A historic rebrand of the Boy Scouts of America has been followed by a small uptick in young people joining what will now be called Scouting America.
Lanes on I-635 and the President George Bush Turnpike are closed in Irving due to a deadly two-vehicle crash Wednesday evening.
An Irving Independent School District administrator resigned this week after Texas Governor Greg Abbott called for his firing.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said the Texas Department of Public Safety is assisting federal authorities.
A spiker monkey seized by police after an alcohol-related car crash has been returned to its owner.
Due to the busy holiday schedule and logistics involved, the Holiday Parade is not being rescheduled.
Irving Police, an animal refuge, and attorneys try to figure out who gets to keep the spider monkey.
Firefighters arrived just after 11 a.m. to reports of heavy smoke at a one-story residence.
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Stephanie Horowitz said she knew what was happening on Florida State's campus before the shooting was confirmed Thursday because she is a survivor of the 2018 shooting in Parkland.
The stock and bond markets are closed for Good Friday, but will reopen on Monday, following the Easter holiday.
A tranche of records on Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 killing are being unsealed at the urging of the senator's son, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
First Alert Weather Days have been issued for Saturday and Sunday.
The person visited three shopping areas in the county on April 10-12 while infectious, officials said.
Firefighters arrived just after 11 a.m. to reports of heavy smoke at a one-story residence.
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Stephanie Horowitz said she knew what was happening on Florida State's campus before the shooting was confirmed Thursday because she is a survivor of the 2018 shooting in Parkland.
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.
A tranche of records on Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 killing are being unsealed at the urging of the senator's son, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
The White House is starting to rebuild the National Security Council with aides top officials believe are staunchly aligned with President Trump's agenda.
Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen says he met Thursday with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who immigration officials admitted was deported by error to El Salvador.
The president said the FSU shooting was "terrible" and a "shame," but suggested new gun laws are unlikely, calling himself a "big advocate of the Second Amendment."
Food safety inspections would be left to state and local authorities under the plan being developed by the FDA.
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.
The person visited three shopping areas in the county on April 10-12 while infectious, officials said.
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.
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
"There are a lot of sleepless nights," said Nicole Berryman, Tierra's mother.
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.
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."
Moritz Seider had a tiebreaking, power-play goal early in the third, Lucas Raymond scored midway through the period and Vladimir Tarasenko added an empty-net goal to lift the Detroit Red Wings to a 6-4 win over the Dallas Stars.
Economic impact anticipated as Paige Bueckers joins the Wings, Boosting Local DFW Economy
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.
Want to catch the 2025 NCAA March Madness championship games? Here's how and where to watch them live.
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.
