Are Texans Losing Their Twang?
A study out of the University of Texas called the Texas English Project is trying to answer that. We asked some North Texans what they think about it.
A study out of the University of Texas called the Texas English Project is trying to answer that. We asked some North Texans what they think about it.
They're doing essential research and educating en masse the next generations of scientists and engineers. But a new report argues the mission of the country's 101 major public research universities is imperiled by budget cuts.
The average student at a state university in Texas is paying 55 percent more for their education than a decade ago, when state lawmakers deregulated tuition and allowed campuses to start setting their own prices, according to a newspaper analysis.
Every person at the University of Texas at Austin was ordered to evacuate campus buildings Friday morning. Officials with the university say someone called at 8:35 a.m. claiming to have placed bombs all over campus.
The University of Texas is getting an $18.5 million federal grant for a new engineering research center that will focus on turning advances in nanoscience into innovations.
A new study shows that the most popular kids in school are also the most likely to be smoking.
Texas has a new Thanksgiving opponent. New Big 12 member TCU will play the Nov. 22 in Austin.
The University of Texas System has approved a new plan that lets presidents and other top leaders at its 15 campuses earn pay bonuses if graduation rates improve or donations increase.
The Obama administration on Monday threw its support behind the University of Texas' use of race as a standard in its admissions policies, asking the Supreme Court not to interfere with the consideration of racial preferences in college admissions.
The University of Texas has filed a brief with the U.S. Supreme Court defending its use of race as a factor in admissions.
Housing is tight at the University of Texas at Austin because more freshmen than usual are expected. About 1,200 students were told that it is unclear if space will be available.
Fifty-year-old Terry Weaver, of Grand Saline, labored five days a week as an ironworker, then spent his weekends working on cranes.
A University of Texas student accidentally stepped into the path of a moving bus today.
University of Texas System regents have approved letting UT-San Antonio move to Conference USA in 2013.
The University of Texas Austin is paying nearly a million dollars for legal aid in a case over its use of race and ethnicity in school admissions.
The Cotton Bowl and Dallas' Fair Park may soon get a $25 million upgrade via a fast-track proposal to keep a tradition going at the State Fair of Texas.
The editorial board of the University of Texas student newspaper has apologized for a racially charged cartoon about media coverage of the killing of a Florida teen.
With six freshmen, Texas coach Rick Barnes planned on the Longhorns needing more than one year to come of age.
The Supreme Court will again confront race issues in university admissions in a case by a white student denied a spot at the University of Texas.
A new University of Texas report says the school can raise four-year graduation rates to 70 percent with better early academic advising for students and other proposals, such as offering flat-rate summ
Ricky Williams is retiring from the NFL. Again. This time, however, it appears to be for good.
Texas soccer player Kylie Doniak was in critical condition Friday after being struck by a car in downtown Austin, Texas.
Brown is paid $5.2 million per year. He won't get any more money out of the deal, but will keep getting annual raises of $100,000 that are in his current contract.
Texas athletic director DeLoss Dodds says he's committed to keeping football coach Mack Brown for as long as Brown wants to stay.
Texas went 8-5 in Browns' 14th season in 2011, rebounding from his first losing season and winning the Holiday Bowl.
Saturday morning will be cool, dry and crisp.
Bill Pyles' Halloween display in Oxford, Ohio, often resulted in a steady stream of hate mail from angry neighbors.
She excelled at Trinity High School, where her shot put and discus records remain 35 years after she set them.
His family evacuated in advance of the storm. He watched the storm on his video doorbell until they lost power.
The defensive standout was injured late in the fourth quarter as the Cowboys tried to preserve a five-point lead.
Saturday morning will be cool, dry and crisp.
Bill Pyles' Halloween display in Oxford, Ohio, often resulted in a steady stream of hate mail from angry neighbors.
She excelled at Trinity High School, where her shot put and discus records remain 35 years after she set them.
His family evacuated in advance of the storm. He watched the storm on his video doorbell until they lost power.
The defensive standout was injured late in the fourth quarter as the Cowboys tried to preserve a five-point lead.
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.
Recent polling reveals most Texans are worried about climate change even as some lawmakers downplay the concern.
CBS News Texas found that property owners claimed their land was used for livestock, resulting in a huge tax break.
In March, the 9-county region around Dallas transitioned its foster care services to a private organization.
Eye on Politics Reporter Jack Fink spoke with Dallas County Republican Party Chair Lt. Colonel Allen West, Ret. and Dallas County Democratic Party Chair, Kardal Coleman about the Senate and presidential races and the upcoming CBS News Vice-Presidential debate between Democratic Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota and Republican Senator JD Vance of Ohio.
Dr. Ben Voth, SMU Debate Professor and Director of Debate tells Jack Fink what he expects as the candidates square off and what each needs to do to win.
Here are the rules of the CBS News vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz.
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
During a visit to the U.S.-Mexico border, Vice President Kamala Harris said she intends to keep President Biden's asylum crackdown in place.
There will be productions from around the world, food, music and dancing.
As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, a Fort Worth ballet company is celebrating through dance by blending classical ballet with the vibrant culture of Spain.
The chill of a Dallas Stars game at the American Airlines Center will transform into the warmth of Latin culture.
Cultura Markets organizer Mariah Zurita has created a community of local business owners showcasing their culture.
Check out the events happening across the DFW metroplex in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
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.
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.
Many of the pertussis infections have been reported in older children and adults.
Meat processor's marketing of industrial beef products as "climate-smart" misleads consumers, environmental group alleges.
Some of the earliest U.S. cases of the new COVID-19 variant XEC were reported in Virginia.
The American Cancer Society says about 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime.
The new white paper is the most comprehensive look at 988's data to date.
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.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
The defensive standout was injured late in the fourth quarter as the Cowboys tried to preserve a five-point lead.
The CBS Sports Texas team all believe that the Cowboys will defeat the Giants in Week 4.
It's moment nearly 400 days in the making.
Hall of Fame NFL quarterback Brett Favre said during testimony before Congress Tuesday he has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Currently, there is no known cure, but a variety of medications can provide relief.
The Cowboys are at the New York Giants in their first NFC East game Thursday night.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
The adventure begins for 16 ordinary Americans as they embark on their trek to the top of the treacherous New Zealand Alps in 'The Summit.'
Since their debut nearly 35 years ago, Pearl Jam has been one of the world's most popular and influential rock groups. Lead singer Eddie Vedder and bassist Jeff Ament talk about success, friendship, creativity, and giving back to their loyal fans.
MrBeast's production company, along with Amazon Studios, is facing a lawsuit involving contestants from the reality show "Beast Games."
United said demand for its flights surges wherever Taylor Swift jets off to for her next concert.
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.