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How to watch Trump's address to Congress tonight
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Thousands of North Texas residents are without power Tuesday morning, with Tarrant County reporting the most outages.
Kings beat Mavs 122-98 for fourth consecutive win
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The U.S. has been a key supplier of weapons for Ukraine as it continues to fend off the invasion launched by Russia three years ago.
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Why hundreds of millions of eggs are thrown away every year
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First Alert Weather Day Tuesday for early morning storms, powerful winds and possible tornadoes
A tornado watch has been issued for parts of North Texas until 5 a.m. Tuesday.
90-year-old piano-playing North Texan's golden years are anything but boring
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Fort Worth ISD works for overcome literacy crisis, multi-million dollar deficit
Marvin Hurst went to Edward J. Briscoe Elementary School and Alice Contreras Elementary School to get a better understanding of their differing test scores.
Bill designed to outlaw THC in Texas has its first test in front of a Senate committee
Over the past decade, thousands of CBD shops have opened across Texas. Allen Police Chief Steve Dye said marijuana on the market today is stronger and more addictive than ever.
Father and daughter killed in Forest Hill car wash shooting
Fort Worth rapper Lil Ronnie and his daughter were fatally shot at a car wash late Monday morning, family and friends told CBS News Texas.
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Michelle Rigsby used puzzle time to reconnect with her busy family. In the process, she gave birth to a puzzle business.
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Dallas Black Dance Theatre special performance of "Lift of Every Voice"
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North Texas under tornado watch until 11 a.m. Tuesday
Damaging winds and large hail are the main threats with these storms.
First Alert Weather Day Tuesday for early morning storms, powerful winds and possible tornadoes
A tornado watch has been issued for parts of North Texas until 5 a.m. Tuesday.
Severe weather with higher-than-usual-tornado-risk heads for North Texas
From 4 a.m. to 6 a.m., the storms will be moving into the metroplex, first into Tarrant, then into Dallas counties. We'll watch for supercells ahead or along the line, they could produce large hail. The tornado threat will be along the leading edge of these fast-moving storms.
Damaging winds, brief tornadoes, and large hail possible in North Texas Tuesday morning
Intense winds start up overnight ahead of the storms. Gusts up to 50mph possible.
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Dallas Mavericks to increase season ticket prices
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North Texas under tornado watch until 11 a.m. Tuesday
Damaging winds and large hail are the main threats with these storms.
How to watch Trump's address to Congress tonight
President Trump will address a joint session of Congress tonight, marking his first speech to both chambers since he returned to office. Here's how to watch his 2025 address.
Power outages hit North Texas amid strong storms
Thousands of North Texas residents are without power Tuesday morning, with Tarrant County reporting the most outages.
Kings beat Mavs 122-98 for fourth consecutive win
Zach LaVine scored 22 points and DeMar DeRozan added 20, each sitting out the fourth quarter, as the Sacramento Kings beat Dallas 122-98 Monday night with the Mavericks losing Kyrie Irving late in the first quarter to a left knee sprain.
Examining the literacy challenge at Fort Worth ISD
CBS News Texas went inside two Fort Worth ISD elementary schools to see how the system is trying to resolve its literacy issue.
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Three staff members spoke on the condition of anonymity to share messages and pictures that were exchanged after a report of raw chicken.
North Texas trafficking survivor reunites with heroes, finds strength in closure
The reunion has been nearly three years in the making.
With paper tags going away in Texas, officials fear toll dodgers will use fake metal plates
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Lewisville played key role in law targeting illicit massage businesses
The city helped a state lawmaker develop new ways to crack down on illicit businesses.
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Fort Worth Catholic Diocese sues HHS over refugee resettlement money
Catholic Charities alleges its has not been paid since the Trump Administration moved to freeze to federal funding, but later rescinded the order.
Vaccine critic RFK Jr. backs measles vaccine amid deadly Texas outbreak
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Hispanic Heritage Month
Mariachi music fills the stands at North Side High School's homecoming game
At Fort Worth ISD's North Side High School, the sounds of an American sport on the field meet mariachi music in the stands.
Success at the State Fair is both savory and sweet for Tony's Taco Shop
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.
North Texas non-profit aims to increase the number of Latinas in technology careers
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A taste of Cuban coffee with Ken Molestina
Anchor Ken Molestina shows us how he makes his Cuban coffee for the CBS News Texas newsroom.
Golf professional Pablo Del Olmo works to grow the game among Hispanic communities
Del Olmo, who has played golf his entire life, recalls how rare the sport was for people like him growing up in Mexico City.
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Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas agricultural commissioner calls for ban on additives in public water
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
With paper tags going away in Texas, officials fear toll dodgers will use fake metal plates
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Activists call for boycott of Target following rollback of DEI initiatives
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Target is ending its diversity goals
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
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Pope Francis has calm night after breathing crisis caused recovery setback
Pope Francis had a peaceful night with no crises after a bronchial crisis prompted a worsening of his health.
Flu shot less effective this season for some kids, CDC report suggests
Overall effectiveness against flu hospitalization was still high, the CDC said.
FDA cancels meeting to update next season's flu vaccines
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Infectious disease doctor answers measles FAQs
"It is the most contagious infection or virus that we know of."
First confirmed case of measles reported in North Texas
The first confirmed case of measles has been reported in North Texas, officials with Rockwall County announced.
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Neiman Marcus flagship store's future uncertain, Saks says closure plans have not changed
The family that owns a parcel of land the historic building stands on agreed to donate it to the city.
Delta faces first lawsuits in Toronto plane crash
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Daughters of Target cofounder express alarm at company's DEI rollback
The daughters of one of the cofounders of Target are expressing their alarm and shock at the discounter's recent moves to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion program.
Joann to close about 500 fabric stores nationwide. Here's where.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has announced it will be closing approximately 500 stores nationwide, almost a year after filing for bankruptcy.
Google scraps diversity hiring goals as it complies with Trump's contractor rules
Google is scrapping some of its diversity hiring targets, joining a lengthening list of U.S. companies that have been abandoning or scaling back their diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
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Dallas Mavericks to increase season ticket prices
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Former Mavs CEO Cynt Marshall speaks exclusively with CBS News Texas and shared how she thinks the team can regain fans' trust.
Female athletes excluded from White House event after criticizing new NCAA policy
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Super Bowl reporter found dead had sedative in his system, police say
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Luka Doncic says he's glad the first game facing his former team is over
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Dolly Parton says Carl Dean, her husband of 60 years, has died
Carl Dean, the husband of Dolly Parton, died Monday in Nashville, the singer said in a statement.
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Angie Stone, soul singer behind hit "Wish I Didn't Miss You," dies in crash
Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip hop trio The Sequence, was killed early Saturday in a car crash. She was 63.
David Johansen, punk icon and Buster Poindexter alter ego, dies at 75
David Johansen, the gravelly-voiced singer, was last surviving member of the glam and protopunk band the New York Dolls.
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Texas Health NICU babies celebrate first Valentine's Day in style
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
Mavericks fans call for GM Nico Harrison's firing ahead of Anthony Davis' first home game
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
Your North Texas snow day photos
CBS News Texas viewers got out and enjoyed the snow day on Thursday and send us all of their best photos. Take a look.
Fans cheer on runners at the 2024 BMW Dallas Marathon Festival
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Fort Worth kicks off the Holidays with the Parade of Lights
Cowtown lit up the streets of Downtown with smiles and lights during the annual Parade of Lights.
