Warehouse in Dallas sends signals to deep space
Continental Electronics has a contract with NASA, and tracks asteroids that could be heading to Earth.
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Continental Electronics has a contract with NASA, and tracks asteroids that could be heading to Earth.
A habitable zone is an area just the right distance from a star so water can exist on a planet's surface and the conditions are neither too hot nor too cold for life.
The moon stole some of the Quadrantid meteor shower's shine this morning.
Cunningham was one of three men who served on the first human test flight of the Apollo spacecraft, a mission that helped pave the way for astronauts to walk on the moon for the first time just months later.
The tidal disruption event provided astronomers with an "unprecedented view" of how a corona is formed and evolves.
The successful return to Earth marks a major milestone in NASA's plans to return astronauts to the surface of the moon.
Managers say the unpiloted Orion spacecraft is "operating just tremendously well" halfway through its planned 25-day mission.
"We're going to be sending people down to the surface and they're going to be living on that surface and doing science," NASA official Howard Hu said.
Scientists say the new observations are just the tip of the iceberg of new discoveries coming in from Webb.
Blackwell-Thompson is the first woman to direct a NASA launch. She celebrated by cutting off the end of her tie.
A fresh leak sprouted as NASA fueled its new moon rocket Tuesday for a middle-of-the-night launch, its third try to put an empty capsule around the moon for the first time in 50 years.
Engineers concluded hurricane-damaged insulation poses no credible threat to the $4.1 billion rocket.
High winds caused a thin strip of caulk-like material known as RTV to delaminate and pull away from the base of the crew capsule's protective nose cone at the top of the rocket.
NASA said the eclipse will provide a little "celestial magic" during the so-called Beaver Moon.
The sun appeared to be "smiling" down on Earth ahead of Halloween weekend. But what does it mean?
Unidentified aerial phenomena are of interest for both national security and air safety and the study aligns with one of NASA's goals to ensure the safety of aircraft.
The Orionids travel at 148,000 mph and, because of their speed, can sometimes become fireballs when they enter Earth's atmosphere, NASA said.
With the Crew Dragon's splashdown, NASA completed a complex sequence of flights to replace the station's seven-member crew.
The test verifies a possible technique for nudging a threatening asteroid or comet off course before it could impact Earth.
38-year-old Anna Kikina is the only active-duty female in Russia's cosmonaut corps.
The 14,000-mph impact is designed to test whether a future threatening asteroid can be nudged off course.
NASA managers have ruled out a third attempt to launch the Artemis 1 moon rocket Tuesday.
NASA aims for Tuesday launch of oft-delayed Space Launch System rocket, but forecasters are 80% no-go.
Engineers are reviewing test data to determine if NASA can press ahead toward a September 27 launch target.
The rover is collecting samples rich in the raw materials of life, but laboratory analysis on Earth will be needed to draw conclusions.
AAA advises travelers to book the earliest flight and reserve parking in advance to allow enough time for long lines.
The preliminary investigation determined that the driver and the victim were traveling eastbound on Northwest Highway when they lost control of their vehicle.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down in New York earlier this month, and there has been some celebration on social media of the suspected killer.
North Texas will enjoy mild weather on Sunday and Monday, but a First Alert Weather Day is in effect for Christmas Eve.
With playoff hopes fading, the Dallas Cowboys are primed to play spoiler against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 16.
AAA advises travelers to book the earliest flight and reserve parking in advance to allow enough time for long lines.
The preliminary investigation determined that the driver and the victim were traveling eastbound on Northwest Highway when they lost control of their vehicle.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down in New York earlier this month, and there has been some celebration on social media of the suspected killer.
North Texas will enjoy mild weather on Sunday and Monday, but a First Alert Weather Day is in effect for Christmas Eve.
With playoff hopes fading, the Dallas Cowboys are primed to play spoiler against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 16.
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.
Ken Molestina fills in for Jack Fink this week as Texas outlines another strategy to handle security on the southern border. Collin County Elections Administrator Bruce Sherbet recently announced he's retiring and reflects on his time in the role in a conversation with Jack. Jack also spoke to Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney about the city's growth and new developments. (Original air date: December 22, 2024.)
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down in New York earlier this month, and there has been some celebration on social media of the suspected killer.
Over half of Americans see the drones that have been spotted over the East Coast as a threat to the U.S.
Trump's election is a big part of the positive outlook, especially for Republicans.
Mark Burnett helped produce hits like "Survivor" and "The Voice," but is perhaps best known for teaming up with President-elect Donald Trump for "The Apprentice," which first aired in 2004.
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.
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 sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
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.
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
"America's Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys" is coming to Netflix in 2025.
Rick Welts was previously the president and COO of the Golden State Warriors.
Before they step on the field, the SMU Mustangs football team has to get through finals first.
The Dallas Open takes place Feb. 1-9, 2025.
The lawsuit lays out Blake Lively's allegations against Justin Baldoni during their time working on "It Ends with Us."
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
This year, the team wanted to be sure more visitors could enjoy the trains.
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
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.
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.
