A Black student's family sues Texas officials over his suspension for his hairstyle
According to the lawsuit, the teen's in-school suspension violates the CROWN Act and his constitutional rights.
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According to the lawsuit, the teen's in-school suspension violates the CROWN Act and his constitutional rights.
Several North Texas school districts, including Dallas, Fort Worth and Prosper ISDs joined the lawsuit.
Scott was questioned for several hours in a deposition he gave in connection with hundreds of lawsuits filed against him and others over the deaths and injuries at the 2021 Astroworld festival.
The lawsuit was first filed in June 2016.
Lawyers for several families of victims of the Sandy Hook school shooting are criticizing Alex Jones' personal spending as they seek nearly $1.5 billion they won in lawsuits against the Infowars host.
Last week, a judge ordered Texas to remove the so-called border buoys by Sept. 15 at the state's expense.
Trotter implicated Jones by referring to a conversation he had with the Cowboys owner in 2020.
The judge ordered the buoys removed at Texas' expense by Sept. 15.
U.S. District Judge David Ezra ruled a child protections bill signed by Gov. Abbott in June violates free speech rights.
A federal judge is set to consider whether Texas can keep a floating barrier on the U.S.-Mexico border.
Joshua Washington was working as personal assistant to Takeoff's uncle and bandmate Quavo at the time of the shooting.
While one person in the Tuohy family said they're "devastated" by Oher's allegations, another says they "get why he's mad."
The Arlington monastery at the center of a summer-long dispute reopened its gates again for the first time in more than three months.
"You will spend the rest of your life trying and failing to wipe yourself off the internet," the ex-boyfriend messaged, according to suit.
The judge also declared a citizen-enforced abortion ban unconstitutional.
Lizzo said claims that she criticized dancers over their weight and pushed them to engage with nude performers in Amsterdam are "sensationalized stories."
One of the accusers said they were pressured into going to a sex show in Amsterdam. "At that time, we had been fearing for our jobs and being ostracized," she said.
The lawsuit accuses Trump family members and Trump Organization executives of orchestrating a fraudulent scheme related to property valuations and Trump's personal financial statements.
The Carmelite nuns will not appeal the decision made last month by a civil court judge, who determined the court did not have jurisdiction to hear their complaints.
Former Georgia election workers Ruby Freeman and Wandrea "Shaye" Moss filed a defamation lawsuit against Rudy Giuliani in December 2021.
The lawsuit argues the law is unconstitutionally vague, a violation of free speech rights and an undue burden on booksellers. It seeks to block the law before it takes effect.
In its lawsuit filed in federal court Monday afternoon, the Biden administration said the state's barrier of buoys violate the Rivers and Harbors Act.
The facility's CEO said he would like there to be "some closure" for the deceased person to whom the remains belonged.
The hearing resumed Tuesday morning.
The trial has been postponed, as the judge wants to dig deeper into the case.
The Deep Ellum Block Party transforms the neighborhood into a hub of musical performances, local art and family-friendly activities.
After a chilly start, temperatures will soar into the 70s and near 80 degrees this weekend.
Officials said the man, a tourist in his 60s, was kayaking with friends in the Franklin River when he slipped and became trapped.
Glioblastoma typically kills within 18 months, but a new type of treatment has kept Nadya El-Afandi's scans clear 17 months after diagnosis.
Neighbors who live near Singleton Boulevard say they have suffered from decades of sickness and hope to use science and data to get their voices heard.
The Deep Ellum Block Party transforms the neighborhood into a hub of musical performances, local art and family-friendly activities.
After a chilly start, temperatures will soar into the 70s and near 80 degrees this weekend.
Officials said the man, a tourist in his 60s, was kayaking with friends in the Franklin River when he slipped and became trapped.
Glioblastoma typically kills within 18 months, but a new type of treatment has kept Nadya El-Afandi's scans clear 17 months after diagnosis.
Neighbors who live near Singleton Boulevard say they have suffered from decades of sickness and hope to use science and data to get their voices heard.
A study found that Elon Musk is the most common celebrity used in deepfake scams.
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.
A Collin County man is facing an extremely rare traffic citation after an encounter that was caught on video.
The CBS Data Team learned there are about 5600 mail thefts reported every year in the North Texas region- that's more than 15 reported thefts a day.
A newly filed bill by State Representative Jared Patterson, R-Frisco, would require social media platforms to verify a new user is 18 or older. The legislation would also allow the Texas Attorney General to target a social media platform if there are minors on the platform. Patterson told Jack about the bill, and also discussed the upcoming Texas House Speaker's race.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller says a new deal with Mexico to secure much-needed water for the Rio Grande Valley will provide significant benefits to farmers and cities in the region. However, he also noted in a conversation with CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink that the state needs to implement more long-term solutions to address water needs comprehensively.
U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey, feeling the sting of this month's election results, says he and other Democrats are committed to making changes. Veasey of Fort Worth was recently selected as a vice chair for the New Democrat Coalition, a group of 100 pragmatic, center-left members of Congress. He spoke with CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink days before his appointment as vice chair.
State Rep. David Spiller, a Republican from Jacksboro, supports President-elect Donald Trump's plan to use the military for mass deportations, arguing that the economic concerns are outweighed by the billions already spent by the federal government. He disagrees with State Sen. Roland Gutierrez, who believes the policy will harm the economy.
State Sen. Roland Gutierrez, a Democrat from San Antonio, has voiced strong opposition to President-elect Donald Trump's mass deportation plan, warning that it could severely damage the economy.
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.
Cook Children's Medical Center has reported a record-high number of visits for respiratory viruses.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
Auri and her sister Suri were preparing to walk their dogs when the 8-year-old started choking.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
Seventeen thousand workers depend on those containers to arrive by train or truck transport inside southern Dallas County’s International Inland Port.
Following an I-Team investigation, Sunnova Energy is facing legal action from nearly a dozen Texas families.
Elliott Hill is a TCU graduate and currently serves on the school's board of trustees.
Chevron Corporation announced Friday it would relocate its headquarters from San Ramon to Houston, Texas before the end of the year.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
The announcement comes days after the Wings won the first pick in the 2025 WNBA draft.
The Mavericks said Thursday their five-time All-Star will be re-evaluated in a week.
After another home blowout, fans are left wondering what to look forward to with seven games remaining.
The front office remains behind head coach Mike McCarthy, and QB Cooper Rush will continue to start.
Joe Mixon ran for three touchdowns, Derek Barnett returned a fumble 28 yards for a score and the Houston Texans beat the Dallas Cowboys 34-10.
Alice Brock, whose Massachusetts-based eatery helped inspire Arlo Guthrie's deadpan Thanksgiving standard, "Alice's Restaurant," has died at age 83.
Ridley Scott returns to ancient Rome with "Gladiator II" nearly 25 years after the Oscar-winning original.
Family and friends of One Direction star Liam Payne, who died after falling from a Buenos Aires hotel room, have gathered for his funeral in England.
Jake Paul's promotions company says the fighter's unanimous decision over Mike Tyson was the highest-grossing combat sports event in Texas since 2021.
For years, actor and comedian Katt Williams has claimed he lied about his age as a teenager to join the Marines and passed boot camp before being drummed out. The Marines have no record of him ever serving.
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.
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.
