Texas Firefighters Work To Contain Large Wildfires From Southern Plains Wildfire Outbreak
A Southern Plains Wildfire Outbreak happened across the panhandle of Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas on Dec. 15.
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A Southern Plains Wildfire Outbreak happened across the panhandle of Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas on Dec. 15.
The statewide gas price average for a gallon of regular unleaded is $2.91. That price is two cents less than last week and $1.01 more per gallon compared to last year.
The National Defense Authorization Act has passed the Senate and it includes military reforms prompted by the murder of Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen.
States and the federal government carried out 11 executions this year, the fewest since 1988.
Christmas is a week away and holiday spending is at an all-time high this year, according to the National Retail Federation.
Live Nation and ScoreMore are both denying any legal responsibility for the tragedy at the Astroworld music festival in Houston.
Kroger is ending some benefits for unvaccinated workers as the company attempts to compel more of their workforce to become vaccinated as cases of COVID-19 are again rising.
Officials in a county in Texas have approved a $5 million wrongful death lawsuit settlement with the family of a man who sheriff's deputies shocked with stun guns after a 2019 chase filmed by the police TV series "Live PD."
An morning boat ride was supposed to lead to a day of fishing but instead turned into hours of rescue attempts requiring a helicopter for two Texas men.
U.S. District Judge Karin J. Immergut held the 4-pound hammer that Jacob Gaines swung at the head of a federal marshal outside Portland's downtown federal courthouse before sentencing him to nearly four years in prison.
A Texas businessman and three others, including members of the Israeli military and US Marines, accused of conspiring in a murder-for-hire plot have been arrested.
The first major legal arguments started Monday in the murder case against former Fort Worth police officer Aaron Dean.
Some North Texas disaster relief organizations are planning trips to Kentucky to help in the aftermath of deadly tornadoes that touched down in several states.
Megan Thee Stallion is now a college graduate, crossing the stage at Texas Southern University on December 11 in cap and gown to receive her degree.
One person was shot dead and at least 13 others injured Sunday evening in a drive-by shooting during a candlelight vigil near Houston.
Houston native Michael Nesmith, a singer and guitarist for the hit group the Monkees, died Friday.
The Supreme Court is allowing Texas' new restrictive abortion law to remain in effect, but ruled that abortion providers can sue over the state's ban on most abortions.
At least 54 people were killed and more than 100 injured after a tractor-trailer overturned in southern Mexico.
The last piano on which Frederic Chopin played and composed is being renovated by a Texan who is giving it back its original 19th century characteristics.
A group on jet skis stormed a beach and opened fire at a resort in Cancun Mexico on December 7, sending tourists scrambling for cover.
A West Texas man was acquitted of murder Wednesday, Dec. 8 in the 2019 deadly shooting of a police officer who was shot while checking a security alarm at the man's home.
Prices at the pump have finally started to creep lower, and according to new government forecasts the trend should speed up significantly in the coming months.
One in three Americans are expected to travel during the Christmas holiday. This has some health officials on high alert as COVID cases rise across the country.
One person is recovering in Texas after being hit by gunfire at a shopping mall in Killeen.
Inadequate communication, planning, and risk management by a dredge operator likely led to the cutting of a propane pipeline and an explosion that killed five people in Texas.
The Potter's House Church shared in a statement that Jakes is stable and under the care of healthcare professionals.
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
Tortilla strips sold in grocery stores across the U.S. have been recalled due to concerns about an undeclared wheat allergen.
North Texas will enjoy an unusually warm Sunday with highs reaching 80 degrees, but a cold front is expected by Monday.
Democrats say they're concerned or scared Trump will threaten their rights, but fewer than half feel motivated to oppose him.
The Potter's House Church shared in a statement that Jakes is stable and under the care of healthcare professionals.
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
Tortilla strips sold in grocery stores across the U.S. have been recalled due to concerns about an undeclared wheat allergen.
North Texas will enjoy an unusually warm Sunday with highs reaching 80 degrees, but a cold front is expected by Monday.
Democrats say they're concerned or scared Trump will threaten their rights, but fewer than half feel motivated to oppose him.
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.
Democrats say they're concerned or scared Trump will threaten their rights, but fewer than half feel motivated to oppose him.
Republican Representative David Spiller of Jacksboro and Democratic Senator Roland Gutierrez of San Antonio weigh-in on President-elect Donald Trump's mass deportation plan. Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller discusses a new agreement between the state and Mexico over badly needed water in the Rio Grande Valley. State Representative Jared Patterson discusses his newly filed bill to keep Texas children off social media. (Original air date: November 24, 2024.)
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
The sprawling U.S. Department of Agriculture controls policies, regulations and aid programs related to farming, forestry, ranching, food quality and nutrition.
The Texas Supreme Court has overturned a lower court ruling that state Attorney General Ken Paxton testify in a whistleblower lawsuit at the heart of impeachment charges brought against him in 2023.
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.
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Alice Brock, whose Massachusetts-based eatery helped inspire Arlo Guthrie's deadpan Thanksgiving standard, "Alice's Restaurant," has died at age 83.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
Ridley Scott returns to ancient Rome with "Gladiator II" nearly 25 years after the Oscar-winning original.
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.
