JFK historian takes a deep dive into newly released unredacted files
As a former FBI analyst, Rookstool served as the agency's primary resource for the JFK Task Force, reviewing nearly all 6 million classified documents related to the investigation.
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As a former FBI analyst, Rookstool served as the agency's primary resource for the JFK Task Force, reviewing nearly all 6 million classified documents related to the investigation.
Farris Rookstool highlighted newly confirmed details about Oswald's movements and disputes within U.S. intelligence agencies.
One professor said this JFK assassination files release is "certainly the most useful" of any so far "because of the redactions being removed."
Trump said about 80,000 pages of documents related to JFK's assassination will be released Tuesday.
"His entire career was defined by roughly 5/10 of a second."
"I'll live with that to my grave," a weeping Clint Hill told Mike Wallace on "60 Minutes" in 1975.
President Trump said he'll declassify any remaining files from John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassinations.
"This is remarkable, in color, and you can feel the 80 mph," said the executive vice president of the auction house.
There's an old school in southern Dallas' Highland Hills area with a new name.
"Nobody leaves their doors open now, churches lock their doors, people are weary of other people," he said. "That's what changed it—that moment. And it's still with us."
The owner, Pat Hall, admits she won't be around to look after the Oswald Boarding House forever, but while she can, she's vowed to fend off any developer that comes her way.
As we continue to remember the anniversary of the assassination, our Steve Pickett reports on the moniker "city of hate" attached to Dallas for decades.
On Nov. 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas. CBS News takes a look back at the day that changed America — and how history was televised.
Every year, hundreds of thousands of people from across the country and around the world visit Dealey Plaza, where the president was shot on Nov. 22, 1963.
She was fearless, charming, and single when she was introduced to Washington's most eligible bachelor. Biographer Carl Sferrazza Anthony, and Martha Bartlett, the Georgetown hostess who paired up Bouvier with John F. Kennedy, talk about Jacqueline Bouvier.
Nearly 60 years ago, reporter Bill Mercer broke the news to Lee Harvey Oswald on camera that he had been charged with murdering President John F. Kennedy.
Tuesday marks the 59th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Kennedy was shot and killed on November 22, 1963, while riding in a motorcade through Dallas.
Some of the most iconic items associated with the late President John F. Kennedy are now on the auction block. That includes a rocking chair that JFK used in the Oval Office.
People were anticipating a bright moment as President Kennedy's motorcade made its way into Dealey Plaza. When three shots rang out, hope faded into darkness.
President Trump ordered Friday the release of all of the documents on former President John F. Kennedy.
Today the public might get to see thousands of long-secret government documents pertaining to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
Thursday marks the deadline, written into law 25 years ago, for the release of government records related to President John F Kennedy's assassination.
President Trump announced on Twitter that he will allow the release of thousands of classified documents about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy after years of delays.
John F. Kennedy didn't make it even halfway to 100 — a milestone he might have celebrated next week — but the slain U.S. president's legacy is being lived out by his descendants.
President John F. Kennedy's daughter reminisces about her father in a new video released ahead of what would have been his 100th birthday.
When Arlington officers arrived at the scene, they found a car fully engulfed in flames.
The press release said, the man was "experiencing hallucinations and acted on the delusional belief that he was under attack and that his family had been killed."
As for Sunday, temperatures will climb in the 80s and gusty winds up to 25 mph will be possible ahead of an advancing front.
A 12-year-old student faces a hate crime charge for her alleged involvement in an attack on Muslim sisters at their Connecticut middle school.
Currently, about 35% of the food North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) distributes consists of fresh produce, funded in part by USDA funds.
When Arlington officers arrived at the scene, they found a car fully engulfed in flames.
The press release said, the man was "experiencing hallucinations and acted on the delusional belief that he was under attack and that his family had been killed."
As for Sunday, temperatures will climb in the 80s and gusty winds up to 25 mph will be possible ahead of an advancing front.
A 12-year-old student faces a hate crime charge for her alleged involvement in an attack on Muslim sisters at their Connecticut middle school.
Currently, about 35% of the food North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) distributes consists of fresh produce, funded in part by USDA funds.
Dozens of videos are posted to an account under the name Ahmer Saeed, featuring frightened sales staff along for the ride.
As Texas' measles outbreak grows, many North Texas doctors fear this is just the beginning, thanks to the increased vaccine hesitancy.
The new bill, introduced by Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL), seeks to add layers of protection to Bitcoin ATM transactions.
In one Tarrant County ZIP code, nearly two out of every 100 newborns aren't surviving their first year of life.
Perinatal palliative care remains rare. But for families like the Ngos, it provides a small sense of control when it's needed most.
A Texas Congressman filed impeachment articles against Judge James Boasberg following an order that temporarily blocked the President's mass deportations.
Republican and Democratic lawmakers have filed legislation in the Texas Senate and House to clarify medical exemptions to the state's near abortion ban.
Representative Jasmine Crockett said she doesn't believe the President when he says programs will be shifted to other federal agencies and education funding will be sent to the states.
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro had suspended flights on March 8, after the U.S. Treasury Department announced the withdrawal of Chevron's license to export Venezuelan oil.
Polygraph tests were also used by the Department of Homeland Security to identify potential leakers.
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.
A group of North Texas moms are stressing a fentanyl poisoning can happen to anyone.
Measles cases in West Texas are still rising two months after the outbreak began.
Many allergy sufferers in North Texas are buzzing about a sweet remedy.
"People that are really allergic need to stay indoors more than outdoors," said Dr. Alfred Johnson.
The White House is searching for a new pick to head the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
A one-of-a-kind Dallas small business is aiming to change the way you think about scent with a focus on clean beauty and the science behind fragrance.
The lack of affordable, high-quality childcare options is not only impacting working families, but the economy too.
These changes will take place May 28, right before the busy summer travel season.
President Trump's escalating trade war could impact the housing market in Texas, according to economists and industry experts.
Another retailer is relocating its headquarters to Plano.
Defenseman Thomas Harley scored his second goal of the game nine seconds into overtime, giving the Dallas Stars a 3-2 win over the Philadelphia Flyers.
Spencer Dinwiddie scored a season-high 31 points.
Van Lith added 13 points and seven assists for the Big 12 champion Horned Frogs (32-3), who have an 11-game winning streak.
George Foreman, an Olympic gold medalist and two-time heavyweight champion, competed between 1967 and 1997.
Outside of making sure the Rangers' historic season went smoothly, Fischer's work stretches beyond Arlington.
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their home last week in a gated community in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Fans could hardly contain themselves when rock icon Kid Rock took the stage in Fort Worth Wednesday morning.
Carl Dean, the husband of Dolly Parton, died Monday in Nashville, the singer said in a statement.
"Anora" won big at the 2025 Oscars. Here's the full list of who won and was nominated for this year's Academy Awards.
Hollywood's biggest stars turned out for the 97th annual Academy Awards. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2025 Oscars.
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.
