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FedEx Prepared For Record Setting Day

FedEx is getting ready for its busiest day ever. A record 19 million packages are expected to ship on Monday. That is more than twice the amount handled on a typical shipping day.

2012/12/10

Security Alarms, Surveillance Cameras Did Not Stop Thieves

A rash of break-ins near Keller has residents in two gated neighborhoods on edge.

CBS 11–2012/11/26

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Holiday Shopping Season Off To Record Start

A survey released by the National Retail Federation on Sunday is showing that U.S. shoppers hit stores and websites at record numbers over the Thanksgiving weekend.

2012/11/26

Thanksgiving Sales Did Not Deter Black Friday Shoppers

Even with stores like Wal-Mart and Target opening their doors on Thanksgiving, a lot of people still woke up early and stood in line on Black Friday.

2012/11/23

Cowboys Fans Call For Change After Thanksgiving Loss

Dallas Cowboys fans are a little jaded after Thursday’s loss to the Washington Redskins.

CBS 11–2012/11/23

Day After Thanksgiving A Big Day For The ER

Friday could be one of the busiest days of the year in your local emergency room.

2012/11/23

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Dogs In Paradise While Owners Travel

About 100 dogs are spending their Thanksgiving weekend in luxury at a premier pet resort at DFW Airport.

2012/11/23

For Firefighters, Working Holidays Part Of The Job

It may be Thanksgiving, but not everyone gets the day off. At Arlington Fire Station No. 12, there is much to be thankful for.

CBS 11–2012/11/22

The Wait Is Over, Let The Shopping Begin

Wal-Mart, Toys ‘R’ Us and Target stores in Dallas opened their doors to massive crowds Thanksgiving evening.

CBS 11–2012/11/22

Shoppers Get A Jump On Black Friday

It’s been said that the early bird gets the worm—but, who cares about worms when retailers are offering great deals on electronics?

CBS 11–2012/11/22

North Texans Give Back On Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving kindness played out over and over across North Texas today. People helping people was the order of the day.

CBS 11–2012/11/22

US soldiers enjoy their Thanksgiving Day meal on the premises of the Kabul International Airport on November 22, 2012. The meal was served to mark the US celebration of the Thanksgiving Day holiday. (credit: SHAH MARAI/AFP/Getty Images)

U.S. Troops Celebrate Thanksgiving In Afghanistan

Huge hunks of beef greeted the estimated 2,500 diners as soldiers lined up in the dining hall. Red-white-and-blue decorations filled the room. Brochures titled “Learn about combat stress” served as table centerpieces.

2012/11/22