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Texas Monthly’s Ben Rowen says political campaigns are increasingly using social media influencers to push their messages directly to targeted audiences. Republicans leaned on influencers effectively in 2020 and 2022, and Democrats have expanded similar efforts heading into 2024. The discussion highlights how influencers now play a significant role in shaping political messaging outside traditional media channels.
A twist in the Texas treasure hunt: the medallion has been found, but organizers say the winners won’t get the prize, and the hunt is starting over.
As the one‑year mark of the deadly Hill Country flooding approaches, CBS News Texas spoke with Texas Monthly reporter Peter Holley about deep divisions within the Camp Mystic community. Holley described how recent court hearings have drawn supporters and opponents of the camp, with each side signaling their stance through colors worn in the courtroom. The legal battles, financial strain, and emotional fallout from the tragedy have fractured relationships among former campers, families, and staff, creating what Holley calls a “shattered sisterhood” still struggling to heal.
South by Southwest opens this week in Austin, and while it’s still a major draw for music, film, and tech, Texas Monthly notes the festival’s true peak came between 2011 and 2019 — years when global stars and tech leaders packed the lineup, and SXSW dominated spring‑break culture. Since then, the event has faced shifts and challenges that have made it harder to recapture that momentum.
After the primaries, Texas Democrats and Republicans are ramping up strategies to win young voters in the fall elections.
John Walker Wingate’s barrier‑breaking role in Texas baseball — first detailed in Texas Monthly — was distilled again on Thursday during a CBS News Texas segment, which highlighted how he integrated the sport in 1951 with the Lamesa Lobos and how SABR researcher Jeff Miller pieced his forgotten career back together from scattered archival records.
Rising anti-Muslim rhetoric in Texas is drawing scrutiny as Gov. Abbott labels CAIR a “foreign terrorist organization,” sparking debate.
Rising anti-Muslim rhetoric in Texas is drawing scrutiny as Gov. Abbott labels CAIR a “foreign terrorist organization,” sparking debate.
Texas A&M cancels gender studies courses and implements new class policies, sparking debate on campus freedom.
A massive AI data center is rising in Abilene—bringing jobs, investment, and big questions about power, growth, and the future of a conservative Texas town.
From cult-favorite Texas burgers to a national expansion, Whataburger is leveling up with its app, merch, and high-tech kitchen design.
After devastating floods stripped thousands of trees along the Guadalupe River, a major replanting effort is taking root.
Prestonwood Baptist Church’s long-running annual show, The Gift of Christmas, features pyrotechnics, lasers, elves on trapezes, peacocks, and a flying Santa. Oh, and a nativity.
Lionfish, an invasive species in the Gulf of Mexico, are drawing concern in Texas for their destructive impact on marine ecosystems and the economy. Described as the “feral hogs of the sea,” lionfish consume massive amounts of native species, including commercial fish such as red snapper, tuna and shrimp. Scientists say reefs where lionfish thrive have seen up to an 85% reduction in biomass, underscoring the scale of the threat.
Gina Hinojosa announced her candidacy for governor from her hometown of Brownsville. Hinojosa is in her ninth year as a member of the Legislature, and is running on being a people-first alternative to longtime current Governor Greg Abbott.
Membership is a tightly guarded secret, though it wasn’t always that way.
Texas Monthly spotlighted Binh Tran — better known as Pineapple Man — during a segment on CBS News Texas, highlighting his long-overdue recognition after 25 years as a beloved State Fair of Texas vendor. Known for his inventive tropical treats, Tran’s booth has become a fan favorite, especially for the Coconut Quadruple — a coconut-pineapple slushie topped with coconut soft serve and toasted flakes — which was named a finalist in this year’s Big Tex Choice Awards.
Texas Monthly highlights a Dallas school’s success with diversity, raising questions about why other districts aren’t following its lead.
Two Texas start-ups are racing to get back to the moon. Why the return trip is so important and how the mission to Mars is complicating efforts.
Texas Monthly, in a report featured on CBS News Texas, explores the end of local ownership at The Dallas Morning News as it prepares to be acquired by Hearst. The move marks a major shift for the historic paper, raising questions about its future identity and editorial independence.
A Texas Monthly representative discusses Texas Democrats walking out to block a GOP redistricting plan that could add five congressional seats. The move delays the vote, but the analyst calls it a last-ditch tactic with limited influence. Once the map passes, the fight is expected to shift to the courts.
A Texas Monthly report raises concerns about influencers operating in disaster zones, highlighting the urgent need for journalistic standards in crisis coverage.
A discovery dug up north of the Alamo is caught up in some controversy. While some say what was unearthed provides answers about the Texas landmark, others aren't convinced.
The James Avery company got its start in Kerrville, Texas, when James Avery, the person, began his craft out of his mother-in-law's garage. Girls at Camp Mystic would purchase James Avery charms to remember their summer moments. Now, the company is using the tradition to help raise funds for their hometown.
J.B. Sauceda, reporting for Texas Monthly, shared updates from flood-affected areas along Texas Highway 39. He spoke with locals, RV park residents, and family members of Jane Ragsdale, highlighting the emotional and physical toll of the recent Guadalupe River flooding.
The Democrats running for Texas Attorney General are taking aim at two high-profile state laws approved by Republicans last year. Former Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski and State Senator Nathan Johnson of Dallas are vying for their party nomination during the primary runoff on May 26th.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker discusses a controversial data center project. She tells Jack Fink about a city bond election for $845 million towards improvements for streets, parks, libraries, affordable housing, police and fire facilities, and animal care and the shelter.
Minnesota scored three times early in the second period and got 27 saves from rookie Jesper Wallstedt to hand Dallas another home loss in a series opener.
Police found Thomas King's body Friday in an open field on Fort Worth's East Side after days of searching.
A skydiver crashed into the scoreboard before Virginia Tech's spring football game.
Police found Thomas King's body Friday in an open field on Fort Worth's East Side after days of searching.
Ten years after the Midlothian mother was murdered inside a church, her husband and daughters share how they've navigated loss, public scrutiny, and the moments that still catch them off guard.
The order outlines staggered entry times, bans recording, and directs the sheriff's office to enforce heightened courtroom security.
The Democrats running for Texas Attorney General are taking aim at two high-profile state laws approved by Republicans last year. Former Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski and State Senator Nathan Johnson of Dallas are vying for their party nomination during the primary runoff on May 26th.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker discusses a controversial data center project. She tells Jack Fink about a city bond election for $845 million towards improvements for streets, parks, libraries, affordable housing, police and fire facilities, and animal care and the shelter.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
A North Texas baby placed under the safe haven law is at the center of a rare custody fight after the biological family came forward months later seeking to reclaim him.
The city's human resources department presented plans to improve outcomes, including more accountability and adding new support positions to help employees navigate the process.
An I-Team investigation found workers' comp issues for first responders are not isolated, raising questions about a system many describe as slow and adversarial.
Since early February, residents of the Big Bend region have been outspoken about border wall plans.
Joseph DiGenova, a conservative attorney, is being tapped by the U.S. Justice Department to lead an ongoing criminal investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan.
An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
President Trump has lobbed insults at Pope Leo XIV in response to his criticisms of the war in Iran, marking an unusually pronounced rupture between the leaders of the world's most powerful country and the world's largest Christian denomination.
Sources close to Supreme Court Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas tell CBS News neither is planning to retire this year.
State Senator and Democratic candidate for Texas Attorney General Nathan Johnson discusses his campaign for the primary runoff and his priorities.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
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.
New Texas regulations took effect March 31 that capped THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
Weiser said "the last few years has required a heavy financial lift to continue operating."
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
The UConn star is now joining what many are calling one of the best revamped rosters of the upcoming 2026 season.
The agenda for next week's city council meeting includes a proposal to contribute what will be $273 million in upgrades to the stadium.
Jake Oettinger stopped 21 shots and two of Buffalo's four shootout opportunities.
Mavrik Bourque had his first NHL hat trick and added an assist as the Dallas Stars rallied from a pair of deficits and beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-5.
The Minnesota Lynx selected guard Olivia Miles with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA draft on Monday.
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
Federal magistrate Renee Harris Toliver told Pooh Sheisty that the evidence against him is strong.
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
"Beverly Hills, 90210" actress Tori Spelling was involved in a two-car crash in Temecula on Thursday night, according to her manager and Riverside County Sheriff's Office officials.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was concerned about Kanye West's planned appearances at a London festival, given the rapper's past antisemitic remarks.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
