Winter storm limiting some MLK Jr. holiday events across US
A cold, powerful storm was affecting some planned activities this MLK Jr. holiday.
A cold, powerful storm was affecting some planned activities this MLK Jr. holiday.
What started as a one-day MLK Jr. Day event has now turned into a week-long annual MLK End Hunger Challenge, an effort to combat hunger in the Fort Worth community.
DeSoto Mayor Rachel Proctor says DeSoto is reflecting Dr. King's "dream" through racial and ethnic diversity and expanding middle class.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. only made one visit to Fort Worth in his lifetime, but his brief trip left a lasting impact.
Around 250 organizations participated from non-profits to dancers to drill teams.
Marching bands and residents said they are proud to celebrate King's work and that they will carry the torch for the next generation.
North Texas elementary school students honored Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Friday by delivering original, inspirational speeches.
North Texas elementary school students honored Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Friday by delivering original, inspirational speeches.
We are off to a cold start with temperatures in the 30s. A beautiful MLK day ahead with sunny skies, light winds and highs in the lower 60s.
TBAAL Founder & President Curtis King says they're adapting to these challenging times, and they're not allowing even a pandemic to silence the music or the mission.
Due to COVID-19 concerns, Fort Worth will hold its MLK Day event virtually this year.
Martin Luther King Jr's birthday will be commemorated in Dallas with the unveiling of a city project meant to encourage unity.
"We usually get together in small groups of eight to 10 per table," explains Board Chair Beverley Wright, "and we have a facilitated conversation about race."
Finding a safe space to talk about race. That's been the goal of the Dallas Dinner Table for years.
Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day might have a different meaning for many Americans this year, that's because in 2020 the United States faced racial tensions similar to those that King experience during his lifetime.
"We have to do more... we have to do more," Mayor Johnson said. "MLK weekend, I feel, is the perfect weekend, the perfect time, the perfect moment for us to send a message to our entire city."
The Dallas student said he believes the best way to honor Dr. King's legacy is "to commit ourselves to his vision of nonviolence. Violence is not the solution to anything. Violence only breeds more violence."
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson issued a proclamation Friday declaring 2020 "a year of nonviolence" in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Luka Doncic had 18 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists for Dallas, which has lost four in a row. Jalen Brunson had 16 points.
The birthday of Martin Luther King Junior served as the inspiration for a project to restore dignity and respect to a cemetery where slaves are buried.
The Dallas MLK Parade is part of three-day series of faith based and community activism events.
Wesley Stoker won first place at the 26th annual Gardere MLK Jr. Oratory Competition - beating out 121 students from 16 DISD schools.
Martin Luther King Jr.'s eldest son is calling out President Donald Trump following accusations the president used a vulgarity to describe African countries.
Today Americans honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Junior. There are nearly a dozen events taking place across North Texas.
See what there is 'to do' around DFW this weekend.
North Texas will likely see the Heat Advisory extended into next week.
The state attorney general is investigating the shooting of Nyah Mway, who was born in Myanmar and is a member of its Karen ethnic minority.
Polls show Americans' trust in the Supreme Court has never been lower, especially in light of ethical lapses that lead observers to question the impartiality of the justices.
Some Democrats question Biden's ability to campaign in the 2024 presidential election, divide over whether he should be the nominee, after voters say Trump won debate.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
North Texas will likely see the Heat Advisory extended into next week.
The family of Richard Applegate says he was killed around 6:15 a.m. June 21 at home near Skyline Drive.
The driver of an 18-wheeler is dead after crashing into a home in South Texas.
The state attorney general is investigating the shooting of Nyah Mway, who was born in Myanmar and is a member of its Karen ethnic minority.
Polls show Americans' trust in the Supreme Court has never been lower, especially in light of ethical lapses that lead observers to question the impartiality of the justices.
Thousands of items disappeared from the DeSoto Police Department evidence room, an internal audit found.
When 72-year-old Tom England received his Medicare statement in the mail, he immediately sensed something was wrong.
Jeremiah Cottle is selling all the intellectual property rights for the manufacture of bump stocks.
In 2017, investigators found bump stocks attached to the guns used in the 2017 Las Vegas mass shooting, which killed 58 people - the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history.
According to Tarrant Appraisal District records, the owner claimed the horses "stayed on the property year around," but inspectors said the evidence indicated otherwise.
Some Democrats question Biden's ability to campaign in the 2024 presidential election, divide over whether he should be the nominee, after voters say Trump won debate.
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump duke it out in their first debate in four years. In a one-on-one interview with Jack Fink, Sen. John Cornyn criticizes the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms over a recent rule change for gun sellers. Plus, grassroots Republicans in North Texas share who they'd like to see as Trump's running mate. Jack Fink covers these stories and more in the latest edition of Eye on Politics (original air date: June 30).
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
In a roundtable, political reporter Jack Fink speaks with four North Texas Republican grassroots activists about who their top three picks for former President Donald Trump’s running mate are.
Jack Fink speaks with spoke with Republican Michael Williams, a former Texas Education Agency Commissioner and Former Railroad Commissioner, and former Democratic State Representative Lorraine Birabil Of Dallas following the Presidential debate held on June 27. The next presidential debate is set for September 10th.
Richardson residents continue to recover from storms that hit North Texas with winds that created debris and damages to homes.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
Over the past several months, the CBS News Texas I-Team has reported on solar panel horror stories. This time, we set out to find a success story.
Self-driving 18-wheelers have longtime truckers worried about their livelihood and others concerned that the technology needs more testing to make sure the public is safe.
McDonald's concept restaurant CosMc's has taken its drink-focused menu to Dallas for its second-ever location.
The FDA said its study better simulated how commercial milk processing kills the bird flu virus, H5N1.
The healthcare system called the Texas Health and Human Services Commission process "deeply flawed."
The advisory issued by Dr. Vivek Murthy came as the U.S. grappled with another summer weekend marked by deadly mass shootings.
MedStar says the biggest thing to stay safe this summer is to know the signs of heat-related illnesses. If you feel dizzy or incoherent call 911. Medics also advise people to hydrate often, because dehydration can sneak up on you days later.
Dr. David Moore said Baylor Scott & White Medical Center partners with the non-profit organization Haiti Cardiac Alliance and has performed surgeries on 40 Haitians since 2016.
Change is coming to the Fort Worth Stockyards in the form of a billion-dollar development project.
In a letter to Southwest's board, the investment firm complained that Southwest's stock price has dropped more than 50% in the last three years.
"Bad Boys: Ride or Die" opened with an estimated $56 million in theater sales over the weekend.
TXSE Group aims to launch by 2026.
The closures will impact hundreds of employees at locations in Dallas, Richardson, Las Colinas, Lake Highlands and Denton.
Orlando Cepeda, the slugging Hall of Fame first baseman and Giants great nicknamed "Baby Bull," has died at 86.
Corbin Burnes scattered nine hits over seven innings, rookie Heston Kjerstad homered and drove in three runs and the Baltimore Orioles pummeled the struggling Texas Rangers 11-2.
Bronny James has been picked by the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round of the NBA draft.
The judge said the lawsuit lacked merit and the plaintiff's claims of sexual assault and defamation were unfounded.
America's Team is headed back to Oxnard, California from July 25 through August 21.
Martin Mull came to national fame with a recurring role on the Norman Lear-created satirical soap opera "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," and the starring role in its spinoff, "Fernwood 2 Night."
The Oscar-winning actor and director spoke with CBS News Texas ahead of the release of his passion project.
The original 1997 illustration for the front of the first Harry Potter book has set a record for Potter-themed memorabilia on the auction block.
"CBS News 24/7," a daily flagship show featuring live reporting from CBS News and Stations' local-to-global newsrooms, brings viewers a dynamic and immersive news experience.
In 1999, a series about a New Jersey crime family premiered on HBO; it would change television. Series creator David Chase, and stars Edie Falco, Steven Van Zandt, Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa, discuss the personal and cultural impact of "The Sopranos."
The heat and sunshine continue into the middle of the week, keeping feels-like temperatures each afternoon around 105-109.
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump duke it out in their first debate in four years. In a one-on-one interview with Jack Fink, Sen. John Cornyn criticizes the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms over a recent rule change for gun sellers. Plus, grassroots Republicans in North Texas share who they'd like to see as Trump's running mate. Jack Fink covers these stories and more in the latest edition of Eye on Politics (original air date: June 30).
A fugitive led White Settlement police on a car chase before attempting to escape on foot across a busy freeway. It was all caught on video.
The driver of an 18-wheeler is dead after crashing into a home in South Texas.
A suspect in a deadly shooting in south Fort Worth has been arrested nearly 1,000 miles away.
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.
A storm chaser not only captured a massive tornado touching down in Hawley, Texas on Thursday but ended up rescuing a family of four whose home was destroyed by it.
Dallas artist Roberto Marquez traveled to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt, the U.S. capital and will attend this weekend's statewide protest in Austin.
On Friday, hundreds of thousands of fans gathered outside and all around Globe Life Field in Arlington to celebrate the Texas Rangers historical World Series win!