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Failing Schools Could Get Special Districts

The Texas House is considering a proposal that would create special districts operated by turnaround experts to improve struggling schools.

2013/05/21

Senate Approves Rules On Sex Offender Prosecution

New tools for prosecutors in cases of sexual assault against children are advancing through the state Capitol.

2013/03/26

Sen. West, Civil Rights Groups Join Calls For Jail Closure

Civil rights groups gathered in Austin at the Texas state capitol to release a report asking for the closure of Dawson State Jail in Dallas.

CBS 11–2013/02/25

Charges Against Dez Bryant Could Be Dropped

The criminal case against Dallas Cowboys receiver, Dez Bryant, for a violent encounter between Bryant and his mother this past July, could be dropped if he stays out of trouble for a year.

CBS 11–2012/11/14

Dez Bryant was arrested on July 16, 2012 for allegedly assaulting his mother at her home. (credit: DeSoto Police Department)

Dez Bryant Close To Plea Bargain In Family Violence Case

Dez’s lawyers and the Dallas Co. DA are extremely close to a plea bargain in which the Dallas Cowboys’ receiver will plead guilty to a reduced charge of a Class C misdemeanor for Family Violence.

2012/09/07

Dez Bryant and Jay Novacek talk on the sidelines at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas (Photo R. Whitt, CBSDFW)

The Fallacy Behind The So-Called “Dez Rules.” Hint: There Are No “Dez Rules.”

Hear that? The “rules” released to the media by Bryant’s adviser, David Wells, earlier this week weren’t conceived or authored by Jones or the Cowboys.

2012/08/29

The Fab Fifty

It’s my 8th annual 50 Most Powerful People in Dallas-Fort Worth Sports and, I’ll be honest, this was probably the toughest year to find a clear-cut winner.

2012/07/25

Attorney Says Dez & Mom Had ‘Disagreement’

“Did a family disagreement occur? Yes. Did Dez Bryant commit family violence against his mother? No.” said West who was reading from a prepared statement. “Like all families, the Bryants have disagreements.”

2012/07/24

Authorities Say Dez’s Mom Doesn’t Want Case

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant’s mother has told authorities that she doesn’t want to pursue a case against her son after an argument allegedly turned violent.

2012/07/23

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Dallas Officials ‘Commit’ To Public Education

A new campaign in Dallas, backed by powerful public officials, is targeting broader investment in public education, from cradle to eventual career.

2012/05/04

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Dallas Senator Proposes Changes To Self-Defense Law

State Senator Royce West of Dallas plans to file legislation that requires all cases involving deadly force, including self-defense, to go before the Grand Jury.

2012/04/10

Gov. Perry Tours Damaged Area Of Lancaster

After touring Lancaster, one of the hardest hit areas by spring tornadoes Tuesday, Governor Rick Perry issued a disaster declaration for Dallas, Tarrant, and Kaufman Counties.

2012/04/05