Eye on Politics: Lawmakers react to allegations of mistreatment of migrants
This week Jack dives into border outrage, a gag order in the impeachment trial of AG Ken Paxton and Mayor Eric Johnson's property tax relief idea.
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This week Jack dives into border outrage, a gag order in the impeachment trial of AG Ken Paxton and Mayor Eric Johnson's property tax relief idea.
The suspect is accused of killing Barbara Villarreal, who was found dead on Nov. 7, 1986, in Garland, about 20 miles from Dallas.
In it, the trooper voices concern over alleged orders that were given when handling migrants at the border.
A trooper-medic expressed concerns to a supervisor over the "in humane [sic]" treatment of migrants along the border in Eagle Pass, Texas.
Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents thwarted a human smuggling attempt to hide 13 migrants crossing the border unlawfully hidden inside hay bales.
Funding will come from $5.1 billion approved by the state legislature to secure the border.
Another plane carrying migrants arrived in Sacramento on Monday, marking the second flight in recent days that California officials allege was coordinated by Florida.
Anadith Danay Reyes Alvarez, who suffered from sickle cell anemia and heart disease, died after she and her family spent over a week in Border Patrol custody.
U.S. officials are preparing to distribute 1,250 appointments each day to migrants in Mexico so they can present themselves at ports of entry for an opportunity to be allowed to seek asylum.
Anadith Tanay Reyes Alvarez, 8, died on May 17 after spending more than a week in Border Patrol custody alongside her parents and siblings.
The mother of an 8-year-old girl who died in Border Patrol custody says agents repeatedly ignored pleas to hospitalize her medically fragile daughter as she felt pain in her bones, struggled to breathe and was unable to walk.
The girl's death marks the first known death of a migrant child in Border Patrol custody since the Trump administration, when several minors died.
On Friday, the first day since March 2020 in which the U.S. could no longer cite Title 42 to expel migrants, Border Patrol apprehended 6,300 migrants, a sharp drop from earlier in the week.
During a news conference just after sunrise Monday, the Governor held a news conference with military aircraft as the backdrop. "We are deploying a new National Guard unit. It's called Texas Tactical Border Force."
The program, which will initially apply to migrant families heading to four U.S. cities, is part of a larger Biden administration effort to deter migrants from crossing into the U.S. illegally.
The rule represents a major pivot by President Biden, a Democrat who campaigned on restoring access to the U.S. asylum system.
Seven people were killed and up to six were injured Sunday after they were struck by a vehicle while waiting at a city bus stop outside of a migrant shelter in the border city of Brownsville.
The Biden administration announced a new plan Thursday that it hopes will reduce the numbers of people coming across the southern border.
The U.S. will set up migrant processing centers in Latin America, increase deportations and expand legal migration pathways to reduce the number of unlawful border crossings.
At a time of intense controversy over immigration, Homeland Security chief Alejandro Mayorkas tells Sharyn Alfonsi why he won't call the situation at the southern border a crisis.
The fire broke out overnight in the facility in Ciudad Juárez, right on the U.S. border. Most of the dead were Guatemalan nationals.
"They threw tear gas at us," said one of the Venezuelans frustrated by a new U.S. government app meant to handle asylum applications.
Despite safety concerns, travel agents are seeing a spike in Spring Break travel to Mexico.
Kinney County Sheriff Brad Coe says so far in 2023, they are on pace to break previous human smuggling records.
GOP lawmakers have incorrectly blamed the spike in fentanyl overdoses on migrants, whom they blame for bringing the drugs across the border.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday announced the names of the 15 modern-era finalists who advanced from a group of 25 to the final stage of voting.
Olivia Hussey won a Golden Globe for best new actress for her part as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 adaptation of William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet."
The First Alert Weather team is tracking rain and storms across the Metroplex.
Even though Dallas Animal Services said, they took in more than 5,000 unhoused animals than last year, the department saw some success.
The 35-year-old man is being held in an Oklahoma City jail with an "active ICE detainer hold" because of his immigration status, police said.
The First Alert Weather team is tracking rain and storms, some potentially severe, across the Metroplex.
The search for 8-year-old Clara Robinson entered its fourth day on Friday as rescue teams continue to comb through floodwaters that swept her away on Christmas Eve.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday announced the names of the 15 modern-era finalists who advanced from a group of 25 to the final stage of voting.
Olivia Hussey won a Golden Globe for best new actress for her part as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 adaptation of William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet."
Even though Dallas Animal Services said, they took in more than 5,000 unhoused animals than last year, the department saw some success.
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.
In a Dec. 11 Senate hearing, U.S. Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger testified that there had been more than 50 so-called "swatting" attacks on members of Congress over the previous month.
Former Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price says she had heard Congresswoman Kay Granger had had some health issues, but didn't realize they were more serious. Price says Granger's decision to come forward and stay in office are a personal decision and praises Granger's years of service.
The Chairman of the Texas GOP, Abraham George says he would have liked to have seen more transparency from Congresswoman Kay Granger after news of her health issues were shared publicly. He also praised Granger for her service to Texas. George also told Jack Fink about where the GOP stands in terms of the race for House Speaker.
Republican State Representative Carl Tepper of Lubbock supports Rep. Dustin Burrows for House Speaker. He tells Jack Fink that the House GOP Caucus is broken.
State Rep. Mihaela Plesa of Plano tells Jack Fink what she plans to prioritize in the next legislative session including increasing teacher salaries.
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 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.
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 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.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday announced the names of the 15 modern-era finalists who advanced from a group of 25 to the final stage of voting.
Greg Gumbel, the renowned CBS Sports anchor and commentator, has died of cancer at the age of 78.
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
Beyoncé surprised fans by bringing out Shaboozey to perform "Sweet Honey Buckiin," and Post Malone joined her for "Levii's Jeans."
Sophie Hediger, a member of Switzerland's snowboard cross team, competed at the 2022 Beijing Games.
Olivia Hussey won a Golden Globe for best new actress for her part as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 adaptation of William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet."
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
A judge ruled that a woman who says she was raped by Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs when she was 13 can proceed anonymously, for now, in her lawsuit against the rap moguls.
Hudson Meek, the 16-year-old actor known for his performance in the 2017 film "Baby Driver," died Dec. 21 in Alabama, authorities said.
Beyoncé surprised fans by bringing out Shaboozey to perform "Sweet Honey Buckiin," and Post Malone joined her for "Levii's Jeans."
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.
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