96-Year-Old WWII Vet Gets Degree Nearly 7 Decades After Last Class
A World War II veteran who flew planes for the Navy received his college degree to a standing ovation 68 years after he took his last class.
A World War II veteran who flew planes for the Navy received his college degree to a standing ovation 68 years after he took his last class.
Police in Rowlett evacuated a neighborhood and closed down part of the President George Bush Turnpike (PGBT) for more than an hour after an undetonated World War II mortar was found.
Microsoft co-founder's mission to locate sunken warships in the South Pacific has chalked up another victory with the discovery of the USS Helena after nearly 75 years.
Fire officials say a World War II explosive device was found by a couple remodeling a Virginia home.
Dole, 94, accepted Congress' highest civilian honor, the Congressional Gold Medal, for his World War II service and decades of work in the House and Senate.
Shelby Dawson will be awarded the Purple Heart on January 6, 2018. The process usually takes up to 180 days but the US Navy told the I-Team, due to Dawson's health issues, it is "rushing" the process.
Families of Navajo war veterans who were honored Monday at the White House say they were dumbfounded that President Donald Trump used the event to take a political jab at a Massachusetts senator.
It has been more than 70 years since Jack Lyle flew into combat during World War II. Now, one of the last living Tuskegee Airmen has been celebrated with a beer named in his honor.
The American public is getting a chance to view newly discovered Jewish documents that had been presumed destroyed during the Holocaust.
An online retailer has pulled a costume from its website that depicted Holocaust victim Anne Frank.
Eighteen-year-old Andy Fancher has interviewed 54 WWII veterans in the past two years. His goal is to keep their stories alive after they are all gone.
Police say bomb disposal experts have successfully defused a massive World War II-era bomb in the German financial capital Frankfurt that forced the evacuation of more than 60,000 residents.
Yisrael Kristal, the world's oldest man who lived through both World Wars and survived the Auschwitz concentration camp has passed away just a month short of his 114th birthday, his family said Saturday.
The family of a World War II veteran now has a big piece of his history back.
A rusted fragment of the battleship USS Arizona, a woman's munitions plant uniform and ration books all tell the complex story of life on the homefront in a new exhibit at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans.
A wounded veteran dedicated to helping others that came home injured received a special gift Saturday as thanks for his service.
German authorities were evacuating around 50,000 people from their homes in the northern city of Hannover while five suspected aerial bombs from World War II were made safe for removal.
In this report: There was a woman who traveled with our eight veterans back to Normandy, and she has a connection to WW II that these men had to see for themselves. Most had not met Peggy Harris before this trip, but now they'll never forget her or her story.
A Texas border town is working to restore what is believed to be the only remaining site that once helped process the millions of Mexicans who came to the U.S. as temporary guest workers under a program that started during World War II.
It took more than 70 years to happen, but a World War II veteran's photograph has finally joined those of his high school classmates.
Surprise, fear, anger and pride. That's what Pearl Harbor survivor Jim Downing recalls about the attack that plunged the U.S. into World War II.
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Monday he will visit Pearl Harbor with U.S. President Barack Obama at the end of this month.
The Presbyterian Village North senior living facility in Dallas honors its residents who served in the military every year on Veterans Day.
After being lost and sealed for more than 60 years, the Commemorative Air Force cracked open a pair of metal drums Tuesday to reveal the World War II era finds inside.
If you've ever dreamed of flying in an open cockpit Bi-Plane with the wind in your hair, you can do it this weekend in Terrell. JD Ryan is Around Town.
The last time a presidential election was on the ballot, more than 22,000 voters turned up at the Rowlett Community Centre.
While the start date and location are new, the purpose remains unchanged: charity.
Check out photos of cars, trucks and SUV's on display this year at the Texas Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas.
The Biden administration is planning to issue a regulation to cement the sweeping asylum restrictions it enacted at the southern border over the summer.
Angel Nunez had inappropriate sexual contact with multiple patients at Little Spurs Pediatrics, police say.
The last time a presidential election was on the ballot, more than 22,000 voters turned up at the Rowlett Community Centre.
While the start date and location are new, the purpose remains unchanged: charity.
The Biden administration is planning to issue a regulation to cement the sweeping asylum restrictions it enacted at the southern border over the summer.
Angel Nunez had inappropriate sexual contact with multiple patients at Little Spurs Pediatrics, police say.
Oklahoma has executed a man for his role in the 1992 shooting death of a convenience store owner during a robbery.
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.
The Biden administration is planning to issue a regulation to cement the sweeping asylum restrictions it enacted at the southern border over the summer.
The CEO of troubled hospital operator Steward Health Care was held in criminal contempt of Congress after he failed to appear at a hearing.
Some of the ideas he's proposing, like punitive tariffs, were features of his own presidency and had mixed results.
President Biden said he is "at peace" with his decision to step aside from the presidential race.
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.
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 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.
Marcus Semien's line single into the left field corner scored Leody Taveras as the Rangers rallied from a five-run deficit.
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.
Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing three charges, including sex trafficking, stemming from an investigation by federal authorities.
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.